BBC Radio Ulster

Lunchtime with Michael Fry

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Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton and Carl Kinsella. It’s performed by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight and Ruby Campbell. Producer: Marc McElroyExecutive Editor: Andy Martin

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BBC Radio Ulster

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Comedy

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www.bbc.co.uk

Latest episode

Sep 5, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 6. Has anybody seen Michael Fry? 05.09.2026

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. Rebecca Spaghetti-Junction refuses to give up hope of finding missing former host Michael Fry, despite mounting pressure from Ulster FM's owner Beevan ABBA Bjorn to move on. As sightings of Michael continue to pour in from across Northern Ireland, Rebecca becomes increasingly concerned about the fate of her former...

Episode 5. Rebecca takes over while Michael struggles to move on 05.09.2026

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. With Michael Fry fired and Rebecca Spaghetti-Junction now hosting the show, the newly rebranded ‘Junchtime’ faces its first major challenge. Unable to accept his downfall, Michael repeatedly attempts to force his way back onto the airwaves, disguising himself as callers, reporters and even a pizza delivery guy. El...

Episode 4. Sir Maurice Ulster's will changes everything 05.09.2026

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. Ulster FM mourns the death of founder Sir Maurice Ulster following his fatal skydiving accident at Rock on the Lough. As tributes pour in from friends, rivals and former associates, Michael tries to navigate his grief while anxiously awaiting the reading of his father's will. Convinced he is about to inherit both...

Episode 3. Michael's new earring crashes the gold market 05.09.2026

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. Michael Fry debuts a new gold earring in a desperate attempt to appeal to younger listeners, but the fashion choice appears to trigger a catastrophic collapse in the value of gold worldwide. As markets panic, Ulster FM's new owner Beevan ABBA Bjorn demands answers. Angela from Downpatrick returns to demand compens...

Episode 2. How unhealthy is Michael Fry? The answer will shock you 05.09.2026

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. The new owners of Ulster FM have arrived. As Swedish technology giant Sauron Tech begins auditing the station, Michael Fry tries to convince himself that corporate oversight, data harvesting and efficiency targets are all excellent news. Elsewhere, Northern Ireland's most decorated astronaut explains why space tra...

Episode 1. Ulster FM gets a mysterious new owner 05.09.2026

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. Series three begins with shocking news for Michael Fry: David Beckham has sold his stake in Ulster FM, leaving Michael Fry facing an uncertain future as a mysterious new owner prepares to take control of the station. Elsewhere, sports reporter Ali McCafferty provides live match-style coverage from his daughter's w...

Episode 1. Michael takes an ancestry DNA test 05.07.2025

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. A genealogy expert has some surprises about Michael’s family history, and Dick Windows goes undercover in Teletubbyland. Written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton and Carl Kinsella. Performed by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight and Ruby Campbell. Producer: Marc McElroy Executive Editor:...

Episode 2. Why does the Minister for Treasury need a map? 05.07.2025

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. What do Seagulls really want? The answer will surprise you. Listen now. Written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton and Carl Kinsella. It’s performed by Michael fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight and Ruby Campbell. Producer: Marc McElroy Executive Editor: Andy Martin

Episode 3. Send in your dares for the Ulster FM Daredevil 05.07.2025

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. We’ve got live stunts by the Ulster FM Daredevil, and did somebody finally find the buried prize? Written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton and Carl Kinsella. Performed by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight and Ruby Campbell. Producer: Marc McElroy Executive Editor: Andy Martin

Episode 4. Can a woman marry the Blarney Stone? Yes! 05.07.2025

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. Michael speaks to the Monopoly Man and the lucky woman who married the Blarney Stone. Written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton and Carl Kinsella. Performed by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight and Ruby Campbell. Producer: Marc McElroy Executive Editor: Andy Martin

Episode 5. Irish signs in Jurassic Park? No thanks! 05.07.2025

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. We address the real danger of opening a Jurassic Park in Omagh: Dual language signage. Michael grills Frosty the Snowman and Popstar Amy Fast performs live. Written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton and Carl Kinsella. Performed by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight and Ruby Campbell. Prod...

Episode 6. The death of Michael Fry 05.07.2025

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. Rebecca, David Beckham and the Prankmaster share their fondest memories of Michael and we hear a collection of his best moments on air including a confrontation with minister for bedtime Wee Willy Winky. Written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton and Carl Kinsella. Performed by Michael Fry, S...

Episode 6: Happy Purge Day! Lock down and tune in 17.07.2024

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. Today we’re talking Purge tips. And did someone finally catch the Ulster FM Burglar? Written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton and Carl Kinsella. Performed by Michael fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight and Ruby Campbell. Producer: Marc McElroy Executive Editor: Andy Martin

Episode 5: Are children’s curfews a good idea? We ask the Boogeyman 10.07.2024

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. Michael tackles the tough subjects: Curfews, Cottage cheese and Girl Boss Energy. Written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton and Carl Kinsella. Performed by Michael fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight and Ruby Campbell. Producer: Marc McElroy Executive Editor: Andy Martin

Episode 4: Listeners beware! The Prank-Master General is on the loose 03.07.2024

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. Dr Apoca-lypse of the Doomsday party joins us for a debate and we catch up with the Prank-Master Gen-eral. Written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton and Carl Kinsella. Performed by Michael fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight and Ruby Campbell. Producer: Marc McElroy Executive Editor: Andy Martin

Ep3. Climate change and average lovers. 26.06.2024

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. Today’s debate: Is climate change real? Dick Windows investigates workplace safety concerns in Mordor, and our musical guest tells us how we can meet that perfectly average someone. Written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton and Carl Kinsella. Performed by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knigh...

Episode 1 19.06.2024

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton and Carl Kinsella. It’s performed by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight and Ruby Campbell. Producer: Marc McElroy Executive Editor: Andy Martin

Episode 2: Nut Allergies. Are they real? 19.06.2024

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. Join Michael as holds a debate on the nut allergy myth and does an exclusive interview with the Titanic. Written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton and Carl Kinsella. Performed by Michael fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight and Ruby Campbell. Producer: Marc McElroy Executive Editor: Andy Martin

Welcome to Lunchtime with Michael Fry 14.06.2024

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music.

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