Now, this is something to brighten up a Thursday. Not only because of the shining white shirt. Or the luxurious mane. But this article by Radio Times includes a fabulous little video of Richard not only talking about his latest Audible recording, but he even gives us a tour of his “home studio”.
Man, he really looks like a demi-god in white there *fans and then thuds anyway*
Comments:
- I’m still not convinced that that is a wardrobe 😂. It’s massive. But I am glad to see that RA has all the top paraphernalia for audio recording there. Røde and all. Very impressive.
- Also, as usual loving his little shpiel about the book (or short stories) he is reading. As always very eloquent.
- I thought it was interesting to see him read that little excerpt – he really couldn’t help but *act* what he read, looking up to the horizon and gesticulating. Definitely an audio book performer, not a mere narrator.
- And now, Richard, that wasn’t so hard, was it, making a little clip to let us see what you are up to? Quite fun. I really liked it. (And I appreciate that you put on a fresh white shirt, just for us!) Thank you!
Guylty Pleasure 
Thank you for this. I wish he understood how much it means to us to watch a short video like this one. It is especially comforting to hear from him during this pandemic. A few tears may have escaped here and there…
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I thought the same. I don’t need daily video journals from Mr A, but a little glimpse every now and again, really really keeps the spirit up (and the flame alive). And tbh, the clip didn’t feel as if he was reluctant or uninspired or annoyed. I kept thinking “there you go, Richie” 😂
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I did too! Words fail me. 😍
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Amazing how he can make us shut up and be happy so easily…
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That’s right. Now, can you imagine hearing that voice say your name?
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I think I heard him say the name on stage…
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I think I would faint if I actually heard him say my name.
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Well, depends on whether it was directed at me or not…
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Damn fine picture! Wowza. I love his hair longer like this and he does look superb in a white shirt. This audio book sounds really great. I wonder how much he gets paid for the audiobook narrations?
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I never thought it was that lucrative. Probably depends individually in the bankability of the performer. I wonder though, whether he has a contract that gives him a cut on the proceeds? Might explain the effort he puts into promoting Audible over his TV and film work?
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Makes sense. I didn’t think it paid a lot either. It’s obviously something Richard enjoys doing.
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Yep. And it shows in his work. He is doing it very well.
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The hair.
The shirt.
The Recordrobe.
I’m a very happy fangirl. ♥️
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Same here. It’s basically all that I wanted. A little glimpse into what he is occupying himself with and what it actually looks like. Plus a bit of his dulcet tones and some romantic hero hair. Shirt a nice bonus. Could’ve done with a bit of beard care, but that’s just niggling for the sake of it.
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Since I don’t mind the shrubbery, I won’t niggle at all. 😉
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Hehe, I knew I could get you to disagree 😉
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You know I can’t resist beard bait. 🧔🏻
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Hehe, must keep that in mind – to drive viewing stats up
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I have to admit this made me a little weak in the knees. I wonder if his “wardrobe” is actually just a walk-in closet? It really was a welcome pleasure to get a peek at him working at home while looking so gorgeous and speaking so eloquently. Lovely.
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It really looked like a closet to me, too, except that such are really not a thing in Europe. I wonder whether he has somehow put two wardrobes together back to back, leaving out the backs and accessing through one of doors. Talented DIYer that he is…?
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Haha…you just made me think of Dr Scott White and his trusty hammer! He might just have the mad DIY skills to do it but I have a feeling he had help from whoever supplied him with the recording equipment/soundproofing supplies 😉
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I think you could be right there… After many years of living comfortably, his DIY skills may be a little bit rusty. Not to mention lack of tools.
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I think I would faint if I actually heard him say my name.
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Oh, it’s The Fans, the Rich and the Wardrobe, there before our very eyes. It’s almost a nineteenth century
poet-ish/Thornton-esque white shirt – very appropriate for the reading matter.
(Belated thankyous for the roundup and praise for the lovely RAPS. I’ve been out of action for a while.)
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Oh, I hope you didn’t suffer anything heinous like the virus, Jenny 😱
And oh yes, that white shirt is reaching a new high. Who would’ve thought? Works devastatingly well without a tie.
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Just a migraine, fortunately, nothing to worry about, but they tend to hang on for a couple of days. So this was literally a sight for sore eyes! 😂 I hope you and everyone else are staying safe. 💕
Kathy’s Ode was genius, meanwhile.
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Glad it was “only” a migraine.
All safe here.
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Ode to the white shirt, the hair and Wardrobe.
In his shirt so crisp and white,
And glossy hair combed just right.
RA is in his wardrobe recording,
While fans are busy preordering.
There’s a mystery that’s brewing,
While his majesty we are viewing.
Where do you suppose,
He hangs up all his clothes?
Kathy Jones
If only the beard,
Would disappear.
His
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OMG, Kathy – you are spot on. None of us even wondered what happens to his 76 leather jackets if the wardrobe has been requisitioned for recording! 😱Maybe the leather jackets are homeless now?
If only the beard would disappear – that two-liner is spot on!
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Late, but with a lot of enthusiasm: Big thunderous applause from my end!! re Kathys hilarious poem and Kathys view of the beard!!! 😉
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i bet they’re dumped in a corner! lol
great poem as always 🙂
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Great ode , Kathy, and a fellow beard-phobe?
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At least someone benefits from not getting a haircut for a couple of months! Love his longer locks (and the beard/shrubbery). And the white shirt, voice, excitement about this audiobook, etc. 🙂
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This was definitely a mood lifter. He seemed very cheerful, too, chuckling about his make-shift studio. It’s always nice to see him in good form. And looking good, too.
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He’s a dream boat.
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Short and apt. Yes.
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Lordy he’s gorgeous!! *flails* All that white really brings out his eyes. Is it possible that his lashes could be longer than I remember?!!
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Didn’t notice that the lashes were longer, but boy, yes, all that white really made him look radiant.
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God-like is what struck me too. RA in his white firmament, which does really does emphasise his beautiful eyes.
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That whole impression was also created by the pristine white background he was sitting in front of. Wall of his room? Carefully chosen, so as to not give *anything* away of his personal environment 😁. Anyway, the whole thing looked kind of like heaven. It was only missing a few wispy clouds drifting across the screen ☁️
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