Lee and Herring (radio series)

Lee and Herring were a British comedy double act consisting of Stewart Lee and Richard Herring. They created and starred in several radio series for BBC Radio, known for their innovative use of the medium and metatheatrical humour.

Their radio work includes:

• Fist of Fun: (1993-1995) This series was a fast-paced, sketch-based show featuring surreal humour, recurring characters, and observational comedy. It established their distinctive comedic voice.

• Lee and Herring's Radio Show: (1997-1998) Also known as This Morning With Richard Not Judy, On the Hour Radio Show (to tie in with their television show This Morning With Richard Not Judy), this series saw them developing more narrative-driven pieces, alongside observational humour and character comedy. The show often satirized broadcasting conventions.

• Lee and Herring's Concrete Cow: (2002-2003) A more experimental series recorded in front of a live audience in a pub. It featured a mix of stand-up, sketches, and philosophical discussions, often deconstructing comedic techniques and audience expectations.

Lee and Herring's radio work is characterized by its intellectual and self-aware approach to comedy, often exploring themes of irony, cynicism, and the nature of performance. Their influence can be seen in later generations of British comedians.