Lunchtime with Michael Fry - Episode 1. Ulster FM gets a mysterious new owner

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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 wedding in Marbella, pet expert Dr Alison Fluff takes calls about unusual animal behaviour, and investigative journalist Dick Windows heads to the North Pole to expose Santa Claus' alleged data-harvesting operation.
Featuring news, travel, fake adverts, listener calls and music from Agatha Christie Moore.
Written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton, Carl Kinsella and Mick McCullagh.

Performed by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight and Ruby Campbell.
Producer: Marc McElroy
Executive Editor: Andy Martin

Published on Saturday, 5th September 2026.

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