Episode 70: Sir Michael Palin

Episode 70: Sir Michael Palin

From On the Marie Curie Couch by Marie Curie UK

July 30, 2025 · 41 min · Season 1 · Episode 70

About this episode

In this episode, comedian and actor Sir Michael Palin discusses his career and experiences.

Michael is a comedian, actor, writer and TV presenter. Best known as a member of the legendary comedy troupe Monty Python, Michael has made numerous travel documentaries and is a prolific author. In 2013, he was awarded the BAFTA Fellowship and received a Knighthood in 2019. You can watch a subtitled version of the conversation on YouTube . On the Marie Curie Couch aims to open up conversations about death, break down the taboo and encourage people to share their end of life plans. This podcast is made by Marie Curie – the UK’s leading end of life charity. For more information about the vital work we do, head to mariecurie.org.uk On the Marie Curie Couch is produced and edited by Marie Curie , with support from Ultimate Content . The music featured is Time Lapse by PanOceanic. Sir Michael Palin headshot copyright, John Swannell, used with permission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Guest: Sir Michael Palin

Topics covered

  • comedy
  • travel
  • documentaries
  • end of life
  • charity

Keywords

  • Monty Python
  • BAFTA Fellowship
  • Knighthood
  • travel documentaries

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Time Lapse

Books & works: the BAFTA Fellowship

Places: UK

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