Best Wesley Cherry Podcasts (2024)

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Season 2, Episode 20: From Amsterdam to Global Media Mogul, with Wesley ter Haar 42:36

2h ago42:36

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Wesley ter Haar, the visionary founder behind a global media powerhouse, shares his inspiring journey from growing up in Amsterdam as a working-class kid to becoming a young entrepreneur. Discover how he transformed his passion and creativity into a business that has become the envy of the media world.…

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Season 2, Episode 19: From Gender Bias to Global Boardrooms with Anamika Gupta 1:03:48

2h ago1:03:48

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Anamika Gupta shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming cultural stereotypes in India to becoming one of the most respected b2b marketers in the world.By Lynn Lester

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Season 2, Episode 18: From Bus Trips and Campsites to Brand Building Creative, with John Cherry 53:46

16d ago53:46

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John Cherry is an Executive Creative Director working for some of the biggest advertising agencies in the world. He reminisces about family holidays by bus, living with dyslexia, and his rise to success.By Lynn Lester

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Season 2, Episode 17: From unstable upbringing to business founder, with Jodene Van Lienden 40:43

1M ago40:43

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Jodene Van Lienden re-lives her turbulent upbringing, a breakdown in relationships, and bullying at school, all of which has fuelled her need and want to help others become their best selves today.By Lynn Lester

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Season 2, Episode 16: From Waco, Texas to the Glitz of Hollywood, with Scott Velasquez 1:15:08

3M ago1:15:08

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Music supervisor, Scott Velasquez, was brought up in a religious household where being gay was taboo. He candidly discusses his rise to success, working with global superstars like Lil Wayne, Chamillionaire, and Pitbull.By Lynn Lester

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Season 2, Episode 15: From Vietnam to an advertising veteran, with Joe Nguyen 43:38

3M ago43:38

43:38

Joe Ngyuen shares his deeply personal story of life as a refugee, overcoming challenges that gave him the positive mindset to build a successful career.By Lynn Lester

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Season 2, Episode 14: From Macquarie Fields to Ultra Marathon Runner, with Jeff Tan 55:45

4M ago55:45

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Jeff Tan talks about bullying, religion, and not fitting in, and how this adversity focused him on becoming the success he is today.By Lynn Lester

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Twits in Peril, Chapter 5 - My Short but Brilliant Acting Career 26:29

4M ago26:29

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When we last saw Cyril he was being carried on the shoulders of a mob bent on confronting the evil tycoon Cyril Chippington-Smythe. They little suspect that the heroic “Johny” who is leading their little uprising is, in fact, the very Chippington-Smythe they despise. Quite a sticky wicket for our hero, but every step is bringing him closer to the r…

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Twits in Peril, Chapter 4 - I Get a Job 23:47

4M ago23:47

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We left Cyril and Binky packed like sardines on a creaky old mattress. Binky has put his foot in it by passing himself off as a leader of the Welsh Underground in order to impress Judy. A new day has dawned, however, bringing with it the promise of new adventures... and pancakes! Judy has arranged jobs for them and they happily head off to experien…

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Twits in Peril, Chapter 3 - Wales is a Mysterious Place 24:23

4M ago24:23

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We left Cyril horrified by the arrival of his Aunt Hypatia, Uncle Hugo, Cousin Binky and C. Langford Cheeseworth, who have come to join him in the amusing game they call, “Slumming”. Will they scuttle Cyril's chance to win his wager? Will he be forced to slink back to the Club in disgrace? The relatives retire to Cheeseworth's camouflaged land yach…

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Twits in Peril, Chapter 2 - I Eat a Cherry 23:45

4M ago23:45

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We left our hero in shorts and flip-flops, preparing to infiltrate a world without privilege. Can he survive for a week without cheesy eggs? without a girdle? Without Bentley? Ernie leads him into the topsy-turvey world inhabited by the working poor and Cyril's eyes slowly begin to open. A cherry causes him to re-evaluate his beliefs. NOW AVAILABLE…

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Twits in Peril, Chapter 1 - An Ill-Advised Wager 22:44

4M ago22:44

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Cyril is happily swilling down a Brandy and Prozac at the Club Bar when his old friends, Ford and Lincoln join him. The conversation turns to the gulf between the privileged class and the masses and Cyril is goaded into betting that he can pass for a member of the working class for a week. His cousin Binky arrives and places his bet on Cyril. Alas,…

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Season 2, Episode 13: From Ayrshire to an A-Class Football Legend, with Gordon Smith. 43:27

5M ago43:27

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Gordon Smith, well known for his performances at Kilmarnock, Rangers, and Manchester City, tells his story of living the dream as a football professional.By Lynn Lester

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Twits in Peril, Trailer (Season 2) 0:52

5M ago0:52

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Cyril Chippington-Smythe (Michael Urie) never met a wager he didn't like. When his old friends, Ford (Nik Walker) and Lincoln (James Rana), bet him that he can't survive living like an average citizen named “Johny” for a week he jumps in with both feet and his cousin Binky (Christian Borle) jumps with him. Alas, Bentley (Dakin Matthews) must stay a…

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Season 2, Episode 12: From high rise flats to broadcast journalist, with Bernard Ponsonby 50:07

5M ago50:07

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Bernard Ponsonby, a high profile broadcaster, tells how he could never have dreamt as a child that one day he’d be interviewing countless Prime Ministers and every single First Minister of Scotland.By Lynn Lester

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Season 2, Episode 11: From a Golfing Caddy to a Global Creative King, with Sir John Hegarty 47:02

6M ago47:02

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Sir John Hegarty, one of the most prolific and respected figures in advertising takes a trip back down memory lane, reminiscing about the good old days.By Lynn Lester

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Season 2, Episode 10: From Car Boot Sales to a Creative Award Winner, with James Cross 51:05

6M ago51:05

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Sometimes life is about being in the right place at the right time, and James Cross, Founder of Meanwhile, tells me about his serendipity past which led him to become an award-winning creative.By Lynn Lester

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Season 2, Episode 9: From cleaner to TV creator and producer, with Rosemary Reed 52:24

6M ago52:24

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Rosemary Reed tells her fascinating story that changed her world from a proud cleaner to a TV Producer, mingling with the stars.By Lynn Lester

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Season 2, Episode 8: From Working Class Glasgow to London Strategist, with Allan Blair 42:20

6M ago42:20

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Working class, Allan Blair talks about his rising career, which now sees him as strategist for one of the biggest influencers in marketing, Gary Vaynerchuk of Vayner Media.By Lynn Lester

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Season 2, Episode 7: From Baltimore to Global CEO boss, with Beth Ann Kaminkow 56:39

6M ago56:39

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Beth Ann Kaminkow tells her emotional story of growing up in a single parent family and how many lessons in life set her up to become one of the most successful CEOs in advertising. * This recording was made prior to the launch of VML, through a merger of VMLY&R Commerce & Wunderman ThompsonBy Lynn Lester

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Season 2, Episode 6: From Knightswood to Hollywood, with Ross King 52:00

7M ago52:00

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Ross King, who has embraced our TV screens for over 3 decades tells his humble story, which eventually led him to Hollywood.By Lynn Lester

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Season 2, Episode 5: From a kid in Kinross to the Olympic Games, with Eilidh Doyle 46:30

7M ago46:30

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Eilidh Doyle, the most medalled Olympian in Scotland, for track and field, talks about her rise to the top with the support of her family.By Lynn Lester

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Season 2, Episode 4: From a fish town to Forbes, with Russ Lidstone 53:14

7M ago53:14

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Russ Lidstone shares his journey coming from a fishing town to working for and advising some of the biggest businesses in the world.By Lynn Lester

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Season 2, Episode 2: From a council house in Bradford to a billion dollar business, with Lee Puri 59:00

8M ago59:00

59:00

Business entrepreneur, Lee Puri, shares his working class journey that drove him to create a billion dollar business.By Lynn Lester

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Season 2, Episode 1: From the local park to Twickenham Stadium, with Meg Jones 41:30

8M ago41:30

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Meg Jones, Rugby Union legend shares her very candid story of how she became elite in her sport, whilst overcoming challenges along the way.By Lynn Lester

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From a spiritual upbringing to CEO of Sakara Life, with Whitney Tingle 43:20

1+ y ago43:20

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Whitney Tingle, CEO of Sakara Life tells what it’s like growing up in an entrepreneurial household - having everything one minute and nothing the next.By Lynn Lester

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From struggling school kid to Executive Producer and Managing Director, with Sarah Drummond 42:44

1+ y ago42:44

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In this week's episode I chat with the wonderfully engaging Sarah Drummond on her journey to success as a renowned producer and champion of the film industry.By Lynn Lester

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From Camden Market to Macy’s Department Store with Wayne Hemingway 42:59

1+ y ago42:59

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Wayne Hemingway, one of the most recognisable designers tells his remarkable rags to riches life story.By Lynn Lester

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From the football field to worldwide DJ, with Colin Dale 32:59

1+ y ago32:59

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Colin Dale, ex Kiss FM presenter and DJ talks about his journey from the football field to the world of techno.By Lynn Lester

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From business studies to chief marketing officer, with Emma Springham 41:36

1+ y ago41:36

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Emma Springham shares what can happen when you stumble upon something you’re good at, and how it can transform your career!By Lynn Lester

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From an Arsenal fan to creator of AFTV, with Robbie Lyle 50:15

1+ y ago50:15

50:15

Robbie Lyle, creator of AFTV, tells the story of how he took his football passion and turned it into a career dreamBy Lynn Lester

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From a bullied child to a Brit Awards judge, with Bee Adamic 49:50

1+ y ago49:50

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This episode delves into the music sector as I chat with Bee Adamic, a Music PR founder, who shares her fascinating story of breaking into the sector through pure hustle and a street wise attitude.By Lynn Lester

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From a Derbyshire boy to a leader of a global marketing business, with Ian Millner 49:11

1+ y ago49:11

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Join me this week as I talk with Ian Millner, Co-Founder of Global Marketing agency iris on how adopting a risk positive attitude, facing problems front on and nurturing the talent around you, can help to achieve global success.By Lynn Lester

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From a childhood of crime and neglect to a charity founder and digital expert, with Lisa Goodchild 51:23

1+ y ago51:23

51:23

Imagine living a life surrounded by poverty, drugs and crime. Lisa Goodchild, digital expert and charity ambassador, talks candidly about how her upbringing developed the hustle and determination to succeed.By Lynn Lester

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From street smart skater to global advertising supremo, with Yusuf Chuku 58:24

1+ y ago58:24

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Joining me this week is Yusuf Chuku, born and brought up in North London, a son of Nigerian immigrant parents. Hear how Yusuf went from being a skating obsessed, Dungeons & Dragons kind of kid, to living and working in New York as the EVP of Strategy and Insights at NBCUniversal.By Lynn Lester

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From a humble upbringing to a global creative hero, with Nicky Bullard 50:31

1+ y ago50:31

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This week, I talk with Nicky Bullard, one of the top creative directors and business leaders in the advertising and marketing world. She explains her journey to the top and the prejudices she faced along the way.By Lynn Lester

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From a factory in Kings Langley to a king of punk rock, with Frank Carter 39:57

1+ y ago39:57

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This is the story of Frank Carter, lead singer of The Rattlesnakes, who talks me through growing up as a little boy who knew he was different, happy to stay under the radar at school. Now he is a punk star sensation, who owns that stage as he entertains tens of thousands of ‘his people’.By Lynn Lester

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From the heart of the Amazon to stardom of marketing, with Fernando Machado 43:37

1+ y ago43:37

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It gives me great pleasure to share the inspiring story of one of the most famous chief marketing officers in the world. Fernando Machado talks candidly of an army family lifestyle and what it was like living in the Amazon.By Lynn Lester

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From $4 dollars per day to a billion dollar success story, with Chatri Sityodtong 1:11:07

1+ y ago1:11:07

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This week, join me for a truly fascinating episode with Chatri Sityodtong, founder of ONE Championship, Asia's largest global sports media property. Hear from Chatri about his early life and how many of the challenges he faced growing up, have provided the motivation for the huge success he enjoys today.…

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From schoolgirl dreamer to global digital leader, with Debbie Ellison 48:37

1+ y ago48:37

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For this episode, I had the absolute pleasure of spending time with a lady who is proof that no matter what your background, no matter how much the odds are stacked against you, you can challenge expectations and achieve great things. Hear from Debbie as she talks about her journey to success as Global Chief Digital Officer for one of the world’s l…

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From a North Manchester lad to a digital master and mentor, with Phil Jones 1:05:08

2y ago1:05:08

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In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with the ever inspiring Phil Jones, someone who I not only admire but have known for many years. From hearing about life growing up in Manchester to how the working class values that were instilled in him, have informed and shaped a highly successful career at the forefront of digital marketing. Phil …

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From a council estate to a creative legend, with Dave Trott 1:08:14

2y ago1:08:14

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Who knew that the young boy from the rough streets of East End London, would go on to be one of the most celebrated creatives in the world? A truly inspiring chat with Dave Trott, the brilliant mind behind many of the worlds most legendary, iconic advertising campaigns.By Lynn Lester

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From a bedsit in Bristol to a billion dollar business, with Dame Mary Perkins 58:03

2y ago58:03

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Join me as I talk with the inspiring and charming Dame Mary Perkins, Co-Founder of Specsavers. Hear how her working class roots helped her to challenge convention to build one of the biggest and respected businesses across the world!By Lynn Lester

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From the streets of Glasgow to global stardom with Jim Kerr 1:01:16

2y ago1:01:16

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In this episode, I was privileged to talk with Jim Kerr about his childhood growing up in the gritty suburbs of Glasgow. He shares not only some of the challenges he faced in his journey to success but also how he used them to his advantage.By Lynn Lester

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From the banks of River Clyde to a super yacht in Cannes with Rankin 1:04:31

2y ago1:04:31

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In this first episode I was lucky and privileged to meet Rankin, one of the world’s most renowned photographers and cultural icons. He opens up about the working class values his parents instilled in him as a child, and how it has helped drive his life and career. A big thank you goes to Calvin and The Drum for filming the first ever episode.…

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Twits In Love, Chapter 5 - Showdown at the Hydrogen Plant 23:40

2+ y ago23:40

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Alice has rushed off to keep a mysterious date with destiny and left Binky lip to lip with Pansy, much to Cyril's chagrin. At last Binky reveals Alice's terrible plan and the whole company races after her on Cheeseworth's mechanical caravan to save civilization from certain destruction! How will it all end? Join us now for the final chapter- “Showd…

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Twits In Love, Chapter 4 - La Commedia E Almost Finita 16:33

2+ y ago16:33

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We last left Cyril Chippington-Smythe preparing for a luncheon pregnant with complications. He pines for the beauteous Pansy, who is preparing for the performance of a lifetime as part of Binky's plan to win the hand of the toothy Alice Witherspoon once and for all. It all takes place under the terrifying gaze of Aunt Hypatia. Join us now for Chapt…

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Twits In Love, Chapter 3 - A Hot Time at the Old Chateau 22:53

2+ y ago22:53

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Things in town have gotten a little too hot. Time to escape to the country... but behind the swampy grounds of the country estate danger lurks. Cyril's peace is invaded, first by his imperious Aunt Hypatia and Uncle Hugo and then by the eccentric C. Langford Cheeseworth and his beauteous ward, Pansy. Binky is still struggling to win the dentally-ch…

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Twits In Love, Chapter 2 - A Beastly Day at the Club 29:21

2+ y ago29:21

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Cyril flees to the safety of his club, “Twits” but peace eludes him even there as he has failed to get the notice that hats are now required. The Club Hatter, Ahmed Ben Fitzwilliam educates him on the supreme importance of headgear. Binky appears, behaving in a most eccentric manner and invites himself and Alice to Cyril's country estate for the we…

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Twits In Love, Chapter 1 - I Am Awakened 26:46

2+ y ago26:46

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Cyril Chippington-Smythe awakes from a drunken stupor to discover that he may be engaged to the horrifying Alice Witherspoon, whom his best friend, Binky has been in love with for years. He appeals to his steam-powered valet, Bentley, to devise a plan to shift Alice's affections from himself to Binky. The ever-resourceful Bentley complies and the m…

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