Wooden Overcoats

Wooden Overcoats

Wooden Overcoats Ltd
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Award Winning Sitcom || Rudyard Funn and his equally miserable sister Antigone run their family’s failing funeral parlour, where they get the body in the coffin in the ground on time. But one day they find everyone enjoying themselves at the funerals of a new competitor – the impossibly perfect Eric Chapman! With their dogsbody Georgie, and a mouse called Madeleine, the Funns are taking drastic steps to stay in business…

Episodes (51)

Wooden Overcoats Live at the London Podcast Festival

Wooden Overcoats Live at the London Podcast Festival

September 03, 2025 5m
Our tenth anniversary special will be available to stream anywhere in the world. https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/whats-on/comedy/wooden-overcoats-online-streaming/

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Rudyard Ruins Everything

Rudyard Ruins Everything

July 29, 2025 5m
On 7 September 2025, Wooden Overcoats will celebrate ten years of getting the body in the coffin in the ground ontime with a never before heard lost episode - Rudyard Ruins Everything!

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Season 4 Episode 10: A Funn Farewell

Season 4 Episode 10: A Funn Farewell

March 31, 2022 1h 36m S4E10
It’s the end – but has the moment been prepared for?
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Season 4 Episode 9: The Last Nail in the Coffin

Season 4 Episode 9: The Last Nail in the Coffin

March 24, 2022 40m S4E9
Eric is unable to fulfil his next funeral. That means there's only one option left open to him…
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Season 4 Episode 8: Once Upon a Long Time Ago

Season 4 Episode 8: Once Upon a Long Time Ago

March 17, 2022 36m S4E8
Typical. You wait years for a clue to Eric’s mysterious past and then two turn up at once.
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Season 4 Episode 7: In the Buff

Season 4 Episode 7: In the Buff

March 10, 2022 34m S4E7
When Antigone volunteers for a charity calendar, she doesn’t quite realise what it involves.
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Season 4 Episode 6: Radio Drama

Season 4 Episode 6: Radio Drama

March 03, 2022 37m S4E6
Georgie’s relationship with Jennifer is put to the test when Funn Funerals is surrounded by an angry mob.
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Season 4 Episode 5: Dead Man's Chest

Season 4 Episode 5: Dead Man's Chest

February 10, 2022 36m S4E5
Rudyard’s in charge of an historically themed parade, with a yo-ho-ho and a bottle of rum.
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Season 4 Episode 4: A Match Made in Piffling

Season 4 Episode 4: A Match Made in Piffling

February 03, 2022 37m S4E4
Could there really be romance between Antigone and... Dr Edgware?
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Season 4 Episode 3: The Big Cheese

Season 4 Episode 3: The Big Cheese

January 27, 2022 37m S4E3
Madeleine saves Eric’s life and becomes a local hero, but Rudyard isn’t too pleased.
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Season 4 Episode 2: Old School Funn

Season 4 Episode 2: Old School Funn

January 20, 2022 39m S4E2
A return to their old school sends Rudyard and Antigone on a trip down memory lane.
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Season 4 Episode 1: The Body Snatchers

Season 4 Episode 1: The Body Snatchers

January 13, 2022 40m S4E1
It’s the dead of night and the Funns are in the cemetery – because Eric needs their help!
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Trailer: Rudyard Ruins Hallowe'en

Trailer: Rudyard Ruins Hallowe'en

October 28, 2021 1m
Three terrifying tales of terror! The restless dead walk the streets of Piffling Vale, and only one man can possibly ignore them... Rudyard Ruins Hallowe'en is available to buy as part of our The...
The Wooden Overcoats 5th Birthday Party

The Wooden Overcoats 5th Birthday Party

September 24, 2020 1h 44m
Wooden Overcoats launched its first episode on 24 September 2015. To celebrate five years, the team came together over a video chat to talk about the show. A massive thank you to everyone who sent in...
Wooden Overcoats: The Trouble With Rudyard

Wooden Overcoats: The Trouble With Rudyard

May 07, 2020 17m
Rudyard falls into a tricky situation.
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Funn Fragments: The Smart Coffin

Funn Fragments: The Smart Coffin

November 12, 2019 8m
The future is here. Join us at King's Place in King's Cross on Saturday 30 November for Wooden Overcoats LIVE at London Podcast Festival Presents... Audio Drama.
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Funn Fragments: Graveyard Shift

Funn Fragments: Graveyard Shift

November 05, 2019 9m
Georgie lends a hand. We have ten days left on our Indiegogo campaign. Back Season Four before 15 November 2019 to ensure you get a copy of Rudyard Ruins Hallowe'en.
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Funn Fragments: Rolo

Funn Fragments: Rolo

October 29, 2019 8m
Eric finds a canine companion. Make sure you get a copy of the backers-only holiday special: Rudyard Ruins Hallowe'en by going to https://igg.me/at/woodenovercoats
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Funn Fragments: Autumn Cleaning

Funn Fragments: Autumn Cleaning

October 22, 2019 7m
Antigone struggles to let go. We are raising money for the last season of Wooden Overcoats. Search "Wooden Overcoats Indiegogo" to help us finish the story.
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Funn Fragments: Eric's Pal

Funn Fragments: Eric's Pal

October 15, 2019 8m
A heavy soul unburdened. Wooden Overcoats is fundraising for Season Four! Find the link to our Indiegogo campaign on our website or social media and help us finish the story.
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TRAILER: The Season 3 Summer Special

TRAILER: The Season 3 Summer Special

June 21, 2018 1m
The Season 3 Summer Special is now available to buy on our website at woodenovercoats.com/shop for whatever you think it's worth. (Choose The Specials from the product list).
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Season 3 Episode 8: Putting the Funn in Funerals

Season 3 Episode 8: Putting the Funn in Funerals

April 12, 2018 1h 5m S3E8
Against the backdrop of a village in celebration, a private tragedy forces Georgie to make an important decision.
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Season 3 Episode 7: The Sunshine Treatment

Season 3 Episode 7: The Sunshine Treatment

April 05, 2018 39m S3E7
Dr Edgware needs a holiday and Eric seems the perfect choice to take some patients off his hands.
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Season 3 Episode 6: Tinker Tailor Undertaker

Season 3 Episode 6: Tinker Tailor Undertaker

March 29, 2018 38m S3E6
There is a thief on the village council! Agatha Doyle and Rudyard are on the case.
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Season 3 Episode 5: Antigone in the Spotlight

Season 3 Episode 5: Antigone in the Spotlight

March 22, 2018 41m S3E5
A dead playwright’s final production brings Antigone into conflict once again with the Ringmistress, Marlene Magdalena.
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Season 3 Episode 4: The Race for Piffling

Season 3 Episode 4: The Race for Piffling

March 15, 2018 37m S3E4
When Eric runs for office in the Mayoral elections, Georgie is determined to ensure his defeat.
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Season 3 Episode 3: Rudyard Takes a Hike

Season 3 Episode 3: Rudyard Takes a Hike

March 08, 2018 33m S3E3
A funeral goes wrong when Rudyard gets lost in the woods with a troop of Scouts and a dead body.
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Season 3 Episode 2: Altar Ego

Season 3 Episode 2: Altar Ego

March 01, 2018 39m S3E2
Antigone agrees to help the Reverend write a raunchy novel, so long as nobody else finds out about it…
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Season 3 Episode 1: The Loneliness of the Short-Tempered Rudyard

Season 3 Episode 1: The Loneliness of the Short-Tempered Rudyard

February 22, 2018 39m S3E1
Rudyard is delighted when Lady Templar books a funeral with him - but Eric won't let it happen without a fight.
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Funn Fragments: The Full Works

Funn Fragments: The Full Works

September 07, 2017 9m
Rudyard faces construction disruption. || Back our Season 3 Kickstarter until 30 September 2017 and help us return to Piffling.
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Funn Fragments: Practical Magic

Funn Fragments: Practical Magic

September 04, 2017 11m
Georgie is entirely spellbound. || Back our Season 3 Kickstarter until 30 September 2017 and help us return to Piffling.
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Funn Fragments: The Social Rudyard

Funn Fragments: The Social Rudyard

September 03, 2017 10m
Rudyard joins the 21st century. || Back our Season 3 Kickstarter until 30 September 2017 and help us return to Piffling.
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Funn Fragments: At Home in the Dark

Funn Fragments: At Home in the Dark

September 01, 2017 9m
Where were you when the lights went out? || Back our Season 3 Kickstarter until 30 September 2017 and help us return to Piffling.
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Funn Fragments: Antigone Antagonized

Funn Fragments: Antigone Antagonized

August 31, 2017 9m
A mortician's medical records are examined. || Back our Season 3 Kickstarter until 30 September 2017 and help us return to Piffling.
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TRAILER: Rudyard Ruins Christmas

TRAILER: Rudyard Ruins Christmas

December 22, 2016 1m
Buy the full episode at www.woodenovercoats.com/shop
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Season 2 Episode 8: There Ought to be Clowns

Season 2 Episode 8: There Ought to be Clowns

December 15, 2016 1h 0m S2E8
The future of Funn Funerals hangs in the balance as Antigone faces the biggest challenge of her life. || Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Tumblr, or e-mail us on...
Season 2 Episode 7: Undertakers Underground

Season 2 Episode 7: Undertakers Underground

December 08, 2016 39m S2E7
Tensions are running high when Antigone and Eric find themselves trapped down a mineshaft together, all alone and in the dark. || Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Tumblr, or...
Season 2 Episode 6: Rudyard Makes a Friend

Season 2 Episode 6: Rudyard Makes a Friend

December 01, 2016 36m S2E6
Rudyard at last finds somebody who hates Eric as much as he does. || Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Tumblr, or e-mail us on hello@woodenovercoats.com.
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Season 2 Episode 5: Flip Flap Flop

Season 2 Episode 5: Flip Flap Flop

November 24, 2016 37m S2E5
When Funn Funerals hosts an undertakers’ convention, Rudyard is called upon to provide the keynote address. || Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Tumblr, or e-mail us on...
Season 2 Episode 4: The Sweet, Sweet Taste of Death

Season 2 Episode 4: The Sweet, Sweet Taste of Death

November 17, 2016 33m S2E4
Antigone is going to design her own chocolates – but is Piffling Vale ready for them? || Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Tumblr, or e-mail us on...
Season 2 Episode 3: Take a Letter, Miss Crusoe!

Season 2 Episode 3: Take a Letter, Miss Crusoe!

November 10, 2016 35m S2E3
Georgie quits the funeral business for a job elsewhere and Rudyard has no idea how to win her back. || Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Tumblr, or e-mail us on...
Season 2 Episode 2: A Funeral House Divided

Season 2 Episode 2: A Funeral House Divided

November 03, 2016 36m S2E2
Antigone and Rudyard lock horns when they devise entirely different plans for defeating Eric Chapman. Guest starring Hugh Fraser. || Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Tumblr,...
Season 2 Episode 1: The Ghost of Piffling Vale

Season 2 Episode 1: The Ghost of Piffling Vale

October 27, 2016 36m S2E1
To steal a client away from Eric Chapman, Rudyard must obey a very spooky request. Guest starring Caroline Quentin. || Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Tumblr, or e-mail us on...
Piffling Lives: Island of Passion

Piffling Lives: Island of Passion

June 29, 2016 24m
by Veronica Night. Read by Prof. Virgil Sodbury. || Become a Piffling islander! Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr and Instagram to see what other listeners are saying, and let us know...
Piffling Lives: Sid / Desmond

Piffling Lives: Sid / Desmond

June 19, 2016 19m
An epic battle for the truth. || Become a Piffling islander! Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr and Instagram to see what other listeners are saying, and let us know you think. Or...
Piffling Lives: The Casebook of Dr Edgware

Piffling Lives: The Casebook of Dr Edgware

June 03, 2016 22m
Henry Edgware runs a general practice on the island of Piffling. He used to be the only one. He is still the only one. || Become a Piffling islander! Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr...
Piffling Lives: Agatha Doyle and the Honeytrap

Piffling Lives: Agatha Doyle and the Honeytrap

May 29, 2016 21m
Agatha Doyle is in the hives and on the case. || Become a Piffling islander! Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr and Instagram to see what other listeners are saying, and let us know...
Piffling Lives: Random Mouse

Piffling Lives: Random Mouse

May 27, 2016 12m
An insightful look into the working practices of the Random Mouse Publishing House. || Become a Piffling islander! Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr and Instagram to see what other...
Season 1 Episode 8 - The Trial of Rudyard

Season 1 Episode 8 - The Trial of Rudyard

November 12, 2015 38m S1E8
Rudyard stands accused of a dastardly crime and only Antigone can discover the truth. || Become a Piffling islander! Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr and Instagram to see what other...
Season 1 Episode 7 - The Cliffhanger

Season 1 Episode 7 - The Cliffhanger

November 05, 2015 37m S1E7
Whilst Antigone vows to leave Piffling forever, Rudyard's wildest scheme to besmirch Eric Chapman goes horrendously wrong. || Become a Piffling islander! Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook,...
Season 1 Episode 6 - Georgina and the Waves

Season 1 Episode 6 - Georgina and the Waves

October 29, 2015 33m S1E6
A drunken lighthouse keeper pits Rudyard and Eric against each other in the strangest contest of their lives. || Become a Piffling islander! Find Wooden Overcoats on Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr and...

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Wooden Overcoats Ltd
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