James Bond: Sex, Spies and Soggy Towels (Ep1)

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Wednesday, 12 August 2026 - 26 minutes

Ian Fleming was a former spy, proud philanderer and true upper-class bon vivant - who better to write the ultimate spy thriller?

Welcome to the definitive podcast series on the story of James Bond, hosted by Richard Osman and Marina Hyde.

Our first chapter follows the life of Ian Fleming, from his hell-raising days at Eton to extreme S&M escapades.

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