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Sep 2020
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Ep 72: Michael McKean

Plosive
About this episode

We’re cranking this episode up to 11 to welcome Michael McKean – star of ‘This Is Spinal Tap’, ‘A Mighty Wind’ and ‘Better Call Saul’ and all round comedy legend – into the dream restaurant.


Watch Michael McKean in ‘Breeders’ on Sky One and NOW TV.

Follow Michael McKean on Twitter: @MJMcKean


Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive Productions.

Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design) and Amy Browne (illustrations).


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