The Bill Podcast

In this clip from the exclusive Patreon audio commentary, director Stuart Urban explains how he had to recast the main guest star of "The Negotiator" and remake the entire episode... Lots more gold-dust in the full Commentary, available along with 40+ more commentaries to unlock for Chief Super patrons on patreon.com/thebillpodcast

In Part 2 of this Podcast with the mighty Lolita Chakrabarti, we walk the beat down memory lane of her time on The Bill, discussing specific storylines, plus her hopes for the future. Since recording this interview, Lolita has been appointed an OBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List! Follow the legend on Twitter - @lolitachakra The Bill Podcast is brought to you in association with: George Fairb...

There's banter galore in this three-part Podcast with Natalie Roles (D.S. Debbie McAllister), presented by her friend and co-star Suzanne Maddock (P.C. Cass Rickman). In this clip, Suzanne reminds Natalie of decorating their dressing room... #Sergeant Patrons and higher ranks are enjoying this feature-length interview on patreon.com/thebillpodcast right now. Fancy sewing on your stripes and joinin...

JAMILA'S BACK! The mighty Lolita Chakrabarti OBE joins us for a two-part special! In Part 1, we chat about Lolita's fantastic dual career as actress and writer - looking at her recent successes, her latest production "Hymn" and the struggles with Lockdown, analyse her early career and how she joined a certain police station in Sun Hill... even more gold dust to follow in Part 2 in a few weeks time...

In Part 2, Rob discusses his final regular episodes and subsequent guest returns, life after "The Bill", working with John Godber and his hopes for the future. You can read more about the great man's early life and career (plus 39 more cast and crew) in "Witness Statements: Making The Bill (Series 1-3)" On offer from www.devonfirebooks.com The Bill Podcast is brought to you in association with: Ge...

Mike Burnside played semi-regular D.A.C. Trevor Hicks on "The Bill" for ten years! In this clip from his Audio Commentary for Series 9's "Compliments of the Service", he recalls what appealed to him about playing Hicks. Mike has recorded two Audio Commentaries for the Podcast's Patreon channel. Join the ranks now and unlock over 40 Cast & Crew Commentaries -https://www.patreon.com/thebillpodcast

SURPRISE! Special Guest Presenter Suzanne Maddock (PC Cass Rickman) takes her friend and fellow legend Natalie Roles (DS Debbie McAllister) for a trip down memory lane, in Part 1 of a feature-length Podcast, launched now on Patreon! In the first 30 minute chat of the trilogy, these two talented ladies reflect on life in lockdown, motherhood and fitness, whilst Natalie discusses her early dance and...

J.C. Wilsher is one of Britain's most prolific TV crime writers, writing over 50 episodes of "The Bill" as well as creating the seminal police drama "Between The Lines". In this clip, he recalls the inspiration behind his Series 6 cracker "C.A.D.". J.C. Wilsher has recorded three Audio Commentaries for the Podcast's Patreon channel. Join the ranks now and unlock over 40 Cast & Crew Commentaries -h...

YORKIE'S BACK! In the first part of this two-part special, the mighty Robert Hudson shares gold dust from the early half hour episodes of "The Bill", before they make their way into “Witness Statements 2” If you are interested in learning more about Rob's early life and career, you can do so as a Patreon of the Podcast, where Rob has recorded an Audio Commentary for the seminal "Fat'ac" -https://w...

Part 2 of this chat with a true Sun Hill legend features Colin's thoughts on whether Taffy was a moaner, his memories of Series 3's "Domestics", being mistaken for a real life police officer and the dangers of celebrity! Plus the great man discusses his reasons for leaving the series and life after Sun Hill, including writing for television. Follow the great man on Twitter @ColinBlumenau If you en...

Part 1 of a two-part chat with one of the original stars of "The Bill", who was there right from the off in the "Woodentop" pilot. Here we chat to Colin about his early life and career and landing a role that was only supposed to last four episodes... The Bill Podcast has been played over 400,000 times in 50 countries worldwide. Since 2023, The Bill Podcast has been presented by Natalie Roles (DS...

The Bill Podcast Patreon channel is looking for new recruits to join the ranks and here’s a look at what you could unlock this April for £2.49… EXCLUSIVE - THE BILL REUNION 5 HIGHLIGHTS All Patrons will have exclusive access to highlights of the recent Bill Reunion 5 from Misty Moon Events, featuring anecdotes and banter from Jon Iles, Andrew Mackintosh, Suzanne Maddock, Natalie Roles and Barbara...

DALY'S BACK! The mighty Ray Ashcroft (D.S. Geoff Daly) shares his fantastic memories of "The Bill" as well as discussing his recent theatre work, weekly rep, early TV roles and coming up to date with his brand new writing project. Enjoy this rare chat with a true Sun Hill legend! The Bill Podcast is brought to you in proud association with georgefairbrother.com shop.saturdaymorningpress.co.uk vang...

STANTON'S BACK! The mighty Clara Salaman (D.I. Clare Stanton) shares her memories of playing Sun Hill's mole and Don Beech's nemesis in #BeechIsBack Plus we chat about her fantastic career as a novelist, currently writing as Natalie Daniels - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Natalie-Daniels/e/B07KJN25CX%3F The TV version of Too Close begins Monday 12th April 2021 at 9pm on ITV The Bill Podcast is brought...

JAMILA'S BACK! The mighty Lolita Chakrabarti (WPC Jamila Blake) has recorded a two-part #TheBillPodcast interview, which hits Patreon later this month, followed by a wider release this Spring. But exciting news before then is that The Almeida has announced live streamed performances of Lolita's new play Hymn! In this clip from her upcoming Podcast, Lolita discusses the themes of the play, which is...

To help keep fans entertained during lockdown this month, #TheBillPodcast #Patreon channel is making more exclusive content available to #Sergeant patrons Including a brand new Video Commentary for Series 5’s Mending Fences with Sun Hill #legend Larry Dann and director Niall Leonard. Later in February - Jamila’s back as Sergeants will also unlock Part 1 of a brand new Podcast with the mighty Lolit...

The conclusion of this brilliant interview with Russell Boulter features some of the best "The Bill" anecdotes ever recorded for the Podcast... so sit back and enjoy this extended chat with a true legend! The Bill Podcast has been played over 400,000 times in 50 countries worldwide. Since 2023, The Bill Podcast has been presented by Natalie Roles (DS Debbie McAllister) and brought to you in associ...

BOULTON'S BACK! One of Oliver's favourite interviews to date, Russell is an absolute gentleman and a brilliant interviewee! This one's a two parter, with Part 2 running to 40 minutes, releasing in two weeks. In Part 1, we discuss Oliver watching Russell's era as a child with his family, DVD covers, getting the acting bug and Russell's current work as a Life Coach and narrator for BBC Natural Histo...

The mighty Ray Ashcroft (D.S. Geoff Daly) recalls meeting Eric Richard on set for the first time. Not released until the Spring, you can enjoy the full interview with Ray NOW as a Sergeant Patrons of "The Bill Podcast", plus lots more bonus and exclusive content - https://www.patreon.com/posts/40375990

CATO'S BACK! The 2020 Christmas Special features an interview with the phenomenal actor, Philip Whitchurch. Oliver celebrates Philip's superb performance as Chief Insp. Cato and gets to know the legend who played him. As well as Sun Hill memories, we discuss Philip's early career and his recent stage production "Shakespeare, his Wife and the Dog" - written by Philip and co-starring his wife, actre...

Jaye Griffiths is quite simply one of the greatest actresses this country has ever produced. With over 400 television acting appearances to her name, she has enriched a string of hit drama series with her phenomenal talent. She made history as arguably the toughest D.I. ever to grace Sun Hill C.I.D. In this interview we discuss Jaye's interpretation of Sally Johnson, the tenth anniversary episode,...

We continue our chat with the brilliant Ciarán Griffiths, discussing Gary, stunts, fame, moving on from the show, whether The Bill should come back, his awesome performance in Shameless and beyond. The Bill Podcast is brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com and mistymoonfilmsociety.com

Part 1 of The Bill Podcast with the mighty Ciarán Griffiths as we chat about his new life in Australia, his love of Laurel & Hardy, breaking into the business and winning a part in "The Bill" as an 18 year old! More gold dust to follow in Part 2 #staytuned

Curtain Time is back! Part 2 of Gary's Podcast features discussion about his work with acting students plus he reveals an abandoned Riley storyline, his thoughts on his exit from the series, losing a summer to Fifa with Chris Simmons and directing a movie with Jeff Stewart. PLUS Gary and Oliver go off piste and discuss The Terminator and Rocky...

RILEY'S BACK! The mighty Gary Grant (D.C. Paul Riley) shares his memories of joining "The Bill" at a huge time of transformation for the show. We also chat about working with Peter Cregeen, joining "Hollyoaks" and his recent work on three movies! More gold-dust to follow in Part 2... #StayTuned