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Martin Clunes on Manhunt; final Doc Martin series; turning 60; Covid's impact on actors; SA's Adrian Gardiner; and more

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In this podcast, British actor Martin Clunes joins BizNews editor Alec Hogg for a wide ranging discussion which moves from the star's latest hit series where he plays DCI Colin Sutton in Manhunt; the 10th and final season of the iconic Doc Martin; his successful spousal business partnership with Philippa Braithwaite; the counter-intuitive impact of Covid on the entertainment industry; visiting South Africa and turning 60 (next month). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 Oct 2021 12PM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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