Harford: An Oral History

The Competition

15 min · 30. mar. 2026
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A man dreams of a better life but is held back by his family. Then one day he wins a competition that sets him on a new path and into a world of the elites. You can support the show by visiting https://ko-fi.com/harford [https://ko-fi.com/harford], sharing the show with a friend or rating and reviewing it. Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10 to 14 minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.” You can contact Dan at danhooper86@gmail.com. Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10- to 14-minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.” Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/harford [https://ko-fi.com/harford?utm_source=acast&utm_medium=show_page&utm_campaign=show_support] Written, produced & performed by Dan Hooper. Contact: danhooper86@gmail.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

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The Change

A self help guru returns to Harford to share his wisdom. But the question is, is he ready to learn from the town?  This episode was written and performed by Dan Hooper. The music is Atlantis Particles by Johann Erickson. If you like the show, please rate and review it, share it with a friend or consider supporting the show here https://ko-fi.com/harford [https://ko-fi.com/harford] You can contact Dan at danhooper86@gmail.com. Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10- to 14-minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.” Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/harford [https://ko-fi.com/harford?utm_source=acast&utm_medium=show_page&utm_campaign=show_support] Written, produced & performed by Dan Hooper. Contact: danhooper86@gmail.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

4. maj 202613 min
episode The Competition artwork

The Competition

A man dreams of a better life but is held back by his family. Then one day he wins a competition that sets him on a new path and into a world of the elites. You can support the show by visiting https://ko-fi.com/harford [https://ko-fi.com/harford], sharing the show with a friend or rating and reviewing it. Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10 to 14 minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.” You can contact Dan at danhooper86@gmail.com. Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10- to 14-minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.” Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/harford [https://ko-fi.com/harford?utm_source=acast&utm_medium=show_page&utm_campaign=show_support] Written, produced & performed by Dan Hooper. Contact: danhooper86@gmail.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

30. mar. 202615 min
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The Corporation

A man starts to understand the influence companies have over his life. But instead of fighting it, he decides to embrace it, and opens himself up to market forces.  You can contact Dan at danhooper86@gmail.com. To support the show visit https://ko-fi.com/harford [https://ko-fi.com/harford] Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10- to 14-minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.” Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/harford [https://ko-fi.com/harford?utm_source=acast&utm_medium=show_page&utm_campaign=show_support] Written, produced & performed by Dan Hooper. Contact: danhooper86@gmail.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

27. feb. 202611 min
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The Mascot

The town rallies around a new mascot. But the man in the suit starts to think that maybe the reason he’s been selected for the role isn’t as simple as it once appeared. The Mascot was written and performed by Dan Hooper. The music is Sylvan Harmony by Syntropy Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10- to 14-minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.” Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/harford [https://ko-fi.com/harford?utm_source=acast&utm_medium=show_page&utm_campaign=show_support] Written, produced & performed by Dan Hooper. Contact: danhooper86@gmail.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

29. jan. 202613 min
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The Drift

THE DRIFT: A man lies awake at night, thinking about his life. He starts to suspect the problem isn’t him, it’s the system. Everything seems to function, but nothing actually works.  The Drift was written and performed by Dan Hooper. The music is The illusion of choosing by polar nights.  You can contact Dan at danhooper86@gmail.com. To support the show visit https://ko-fi.com/harford [https://ko-fi.com/harford] Harford: An Oral History is a monthly surreal comedy podcast uncovering the strange and forgotten history of Haverfordwest. In each episode, a town inhabitant recounts their role in a key moment of its past—from a disastrous attempt to build the world’s tallest building to a battle reenactment that spiraled into real conflict. Written, produced and performed by Dan Hooper Winner: Golden Lobes — Best Scripted Comedy. The Observer said “These punchy 10- to 14-minuters crackle with bible-black, absurd, twisted humour.”and The Guardian described the show “Strange little monologues brimming with dry wit and unlikely twists.” Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/harford [https://ko-fi.com/harford?utm_source=acast&utm_medium=show_page&utm_campaign=show_support] Written, produced & performed by Dan Hooper. Contact: danhooper86@gmail.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

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