Julia Lang

Julia Lang (1921–2010) was a film and radio actress and radio presenter.

Quotes

 * Are you sitting comfortably? Then I'll begin.
 * Originated as an 'ad lib' in 1950 on BBC radio programme Listen with Mother. Used as the consistent opening line until end of series in 1982.
 * BBC web-site - Accessed 25 Jan 2011
 * Note that Frieda Fordham (a psychologist who advised the BBC) has also been credited with coining it.