The Pod of Delights
By Paul Emmines
An occasional podcast about John Masefield's classic children's book 'The Box of Delights' and the 1984 BBC TV adaption. Paul Emmines chats with the cast and fans of the show, who celebrate it every Christmas and keep the enchanting tale alive for future generations.
Latest episode
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Forty Years of the Box
It’s been 40 years since the beloved John Masefield novel The Box of Delights was adapted for BBC TV, and in this special episode, Paul sits down with Masefield scholar Dr Philip Errington and Time & Tide documentary producer Chris... -
The Sound of the Box
In this episode, Paul chats with Alan Taylor, the Location Sound Supervisor on the 1984 BBC TV version of the 'Box of Delights.' How do you create the sound for a silent car-o-plane aeroplane? Which sound gear is best for attracting wolves?... -
The Ladies of the Box
In this episode, Paul chats with Patricia Quinn who played Sylvia Daisy Pouncer and Carol Frazer, who brought Kay's guardian Caroline Louisa to life in the BBC TV adaption of the Box of Delights. -
New Wolves are Running
In this episode, the Director of Big Finish's fantastic new adaptation, Barnaby Edwards chats about his love for the book and the 1984 TV version of the Box of Delights. -
Mouse, Washing Powder Snow and Foxy Faced Charles
In this episode, Paul presses to the right to go small and meets Simon Barry who played Mouse in the 1984 BBC TV adaption. Nick Poulter catches up with Production Manager Tony Guyan, who lifts the lid on the secrets behind the scenes and Foxy... -
Books, BritBox and Joe
In this episode, Paul speaks with Phil Errington about his new book 'Opening the Box of Delights,' Craig Morris from BritBox tells us why John Masefield's classic tale is perfect for the streaming service and one of the actors from the 1984 BBC...