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|title = Stephen Fry's Podgrams |image = |caption = The title screen for the first series of Stephen Fry's Podgrams. |host = Stephen Fry |url = http://www.stephenfry.com/media/ |rss = http://www.stephenfry.com/podcasts/rss.xml |status = No set schedule |began = 20 February 2008 |ended = 21 July 2009 |episodes = 8 |genre = Comedy }} Stephen Fry's Podgrams is a series of podcasts performed and recorded by British comedian and author Stephen Fry. First made downloadable on 20 February 2008, the series of podgrams is a collection of Fry's writings, speeches and collective thoughts. The podgrams vary in length and are not released at any set date. The podgrams are one of the most downloaded podcast series on the internet, and have appeared in the top five most downloaded podcasts from iTunes.[1] Critical reception has been positive, as reviewers have found the podgrams interesting and engaging. ContentThe subject of Stephen Fry's Podgrams differs from episode to episode. Normally, each podgram begins with an update from Fry about what he has been doing recently,[2] his activities since the last podgram,[3] and any housekeeping that he needs to do concerning his website, www.stephenfry.com.[4] Fry then continues to discuss his recent activities; although in other editions the introduction leads into the main subject.[4] The text of the podgrams is sometimes published as part of Fry's web logs, or "Blessays".[5] Fry's podgrams consist of anecdotes, such as how he broke his arm while filming a documentary in Brazil.[2] He has also presented lectures, discussed certain themes in detail, or argued against things he sees as being wrong in today's society. In discussing his hatred of dancing, he said of music, "I do not want to use it as an exercise track for a farcical, meaningless, disgusting, brainless physical public exhibition of windmilling, gyrating and thrashing in a hot, loud room or hall."[3] The material is usually original for each podcast, but he may revisit topics that he has previously discussed. For example, one podgram consisted of a speech he had previously made concerning public service broadcasting. His apologetic explanation for the repeated subject matter described his busy life, and he stated that the podgram was "all I can offer you."[6] ReceptionStephen Fry's Podgrams have been well received by critics. The series has been in the list of the top five most downloaded podcasts on iTunes, even though only a few episodes have been made so far.[1]Chris Campling of The Times said that Fry was smug, "but then he has a lot to be smug about, not least the ability to waffle for 30 to 45 minutes about not very much without being boring or condescending."[1] The Good Web Guide also recommends the series, saying that "whether he is bringing you up to date with his recent adventures of just riffing on something that interests him, he is always compelling company." The guide also states, "Stephen Fry is one of those very rare people who are incapable of being boring."[7] Jacques René Zammit of The Malta Independent reviewed one episode in which Fry talked about the problems within journalism. Zammit wrote positively on Fry's comments saying, "I share Stephen's worries completely. Every time I sit down to type my excessively long column, I am burdened by the thought that after all this is just a collection of thoughts by someone who may very well be perceived as a pompous ass – and if Stephen Fry has these disquisitions, then I definitely should be doing some worrying myself."[8] EpisodesThe podgrams are released sporadically, with gaps between different podgrams being from one month up to several months. The length of each podgram varies widely as well.[5] The second series began after Fry's website was revamped.[4] Series 1
Series 2
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References1. ^1 2 {{cite news|last=Campling|first=Christ|url=http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/tv_and_radio/article4618509.ece|title=Podcast of the week: Stephen Fry's elegant rambles|publisher=The Times|date=30 August 2008|accessdate=2008-09-07}} 2. ^1 {{cite podcast|url=http://www.stephenfry.com/media/|title=Broken Arm|website=www.stephenfry.com|host=Stephen Fry and The Positive Internet Company|date=20 February 2008 |accessdate=17 October 2008 }} 3. ^1 {{cite podcast|url=http://www.stephenfry.com/media/|title=Bored of the Dance|website=www.stephenfry.com|host=Stephen Fry and The Positive Internet Company|date=7 March 2008 |accessdate=17 October 2008 }} 4. ^1 2 {{cite podcast|url=http://www.stephenfry.com/media/|title=Stephenfry.com 2.0|website=www.stephenfry.com|host=Stephen Fry and The Positive Internet Company|date=15 October 2008 |accessdate=17 October 2008 }} 5. ^1 {{cite web|last=Fry|first=Stephen|authorlink=Stephen Fry|url=http://www.stephenfry.com/media/|title=Stephen Fry's Podgrams|publisher=www.stephenfry.com|date=17 October 2008|accessdate=2008-10-17}} 6. ^{{cite podcast|url=http://www.stephenfry.com/podcasts|title=Broadcasting|website=www.stephenfry.com|host=Stephen Fry and The Positive Internet Company|date=25 June 2008 |accessdate=17 October 2008 }} 7. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.thegoodwebguide.com/index.php?art_id=1275&|title=Stephen Fry's Podgrams|publisher=The Good Web Guide|accessdate=2008-09-07}} 8. ^{{cite news|last=René Zammit|first=Jacques|url=http://www.independent.com.mt/news.asp?newsitemid=75250|title=J'accuse: The meaning of life|publisher=The Malta Independent|accessdate=2008-09-18}} External links
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