# The Leader

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Podcast: [Harford: An Oral History](https://stenobird.com/podcast/harford-an-oral-history-7199485)
Published: 2026-06-27T20:27:47+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/harford/episodes/the-leader
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## Resource

A civically minded archivist is thrust into the limelight as the new leader of Harford. But soon starts to wonder who is really pulling the strings. This episode was written and performed by Dan Hooper. The music is Raised by Wolves by Tellsonic. You can contact Dan at danhooper86@gmail.com . To support the show visit 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 Written, produced & performed by Dan Hooper. Contact: danhooper86@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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