Just what is The Skewer?

The Skewer is a sketch show on BBC Radio 4. It’s got an open door policy for writers. I’m one of many contributors.

It’s something of an oddity. For such a long-running, multi-awarding show, it’s tricky to explain what it actually is. I’ve seen it described as a mix between a sketch show, a concept album and a fever dream.

I’d say the best way to find out is to listen for yourself.

Here’s a sample. Selfishly, I’m going to share one of my own sketches – hey, it’s my website – the latest one I wrote (with my writing partner Owen Pullar).

With the final episode of the current series of #TheSkewer @BBCradio4 his week, a flashback to last week when #BritishGas continued to rob us all blind. Contains swears.

Full ep @BBCSounds https://t.co/ZbTjZ7ytpN pic.twitter.com/sZFLTOejPO

— Jon Holmes (@jonholmes1) August 7, 2023

Find the whole show over at the BBC’s website.