Episode 3 - Doug Naylor

In this episode of Channel Hopper, host and TV/film historian John Mabey sits down with acclaimed writer Doug Naylor for a lively conversation spanning his remarkable comedy career and his latest creative leap.Doug reflects on his past successes, including the cult sci-fi sitcom Red Dwarf and the ground-breaking satirical series Spitting Image, sharing behind-the-scenes stories, early inspirations, and the quirky moments that shaped both shows.He then introduces his brand-new children’s adventure novel, Sin Bin Island, a humorous and heartfelt story about a group of mischievous kids sent to an island where they must build their own world—chaos, creativity, and plenty of laughs included. Doug discusses the themes behind the book, the joy of writing for younger readers, and how his signature comedic voice carries into this new genre.A warm, funny, and insightful conversation with one of Britain’s most inventive storytellers.Sin Bin Island is available now.