As Robin's cold continues, he talks about tone, discussing what it is, how to get the right tone, the use of humour as a change of tone, and the risks of an insensitive or controversial tone. Tone! We also examine a superb mix of comedy and horror via the excellent Shaun of the Dead.

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Written and presented by Robin Taylor
Edited by Peter Thompson
Music by Chris Stamper
Illustration by Matt Miles
Design by Adam Smith