BCG Daily Wednesday 22nd April 2015
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They shouldn't have cast Vic Reeves...
Margo Milne says disabled actors should take disabled parts.
Margo Milne, Chortle, 22nd April 2015Marcus Brigstocke on Bristol
Bristol's first priority when it comes to green issues must be insulating our houses properly, according to comedian Marcus Brigstocke.
K. Pavid, The Bristol Post, 22nd April 2015Radio Times review
Darren Boyd's mildly irritating male midwife Matthew is back for a second stab at this gag-heavy and rather preposterous comedy. Here he has to deal with a father who has two women in labour at the same time (likely, huh?) and a silly subplot involving an altercation with the thuggish boyfriend of the colleague he fancies. There are some decent lines but a few gas-and-air duds you wouldn't expect from Green Wing writers Robert Harley and James Henry.
Ben Dowell, Radio Times, 22nd April 2015Milton Jones on Top Cat
My hero from the rubbish-strewn backstreets, where top-dogs and Officer Dibble had their come-uppance, always got the laughs.
Milton Jones, The Guardian, 22nd April 2015Review - Russell Brand: The Emperor's New Clothes
Following the premiere of the inequality-focused documentary, Russell Brand concluded a live question and answer session, babbling meaningless nonsense at Brian May.
Jay Richardson, Chortle, 22nd April 2015Ballot Monkeys: did the first episode get your vote?
The most impressive thing about Ballot Monkeys, though, is that it isn't simply a response to recent events. The characters - who, on most other shows, would be simple joke-delivery systems - are all distinct and well-rounded.
Stuart Heritage, The Guardian, 22nd April 2015Review: Ballot Monkeys
Comparisons with the The Thick Of It are inevitable. With less swearing and less cynicism, Ballot Monkeys doesn't have savage bite than Armando Iannucci's classic, but can still boast plenty of sharp lines as well as the ability to reflect the realities of campaigning.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 22nd April 2015Newzoids: more new puppets make their debuts
New characters appearing include Simon Cowell, Kate Moss and Cara Delevingne.
Danny Walker, The Mirror, 22nd April 2015Car Share's co-creator on how the show was made
The programme's co-creator Paul Coleman reveals the challenges of getting the show on the road.
Paul Coleman, The Independent, 22nd April 2015'Ballot Monkeys' (Channel 4) review
This opening episode of Ballot Monkeys certainly didn't get my vote in the way that it did other critics.
UK TV Reviewer, 22nd April 2015The spirit of W1A comes to the real BBC
It is a problem that would have Hugh Bonneville's bungling BBC executive Ian Fletcher reaching for his Blackberry: the real-life BBC has run out of paper.
Ben Dowell, Radio Times, 22nd April 20159 things Newzoids made us hope like hell never happen
A show of famous faces made into puppets is harmless right? A few wise-crack jokes here and there, a bit of banter. Just a general giggle, surely. Nope. Newzoids has made us entirely uncomfortable in suggesting things we hope never ever happen.
Katie Baillie, Metro, 22nd April 2015Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
4 O'Clock Club
Series 4, Episode 13 - RunawayWhen the school play looks like being cancelled Nero gets angry and runs away from home. Clem is forced to go with him and they are confronted by some very awkward truths.
Tim FitzHigham: The Gambler
Series 2, Episode 4Tim FitzHigham and his old nemesis Alex Horne recreate a 19th century bet - can Tim ride a horse from London to Dover and back before Alex makes 1 million dots on a piece of paper?
Newzoids
Series 1, Episode 2Boris Johnson gives David Cameron and George Osborne a lesson in clowning; there's reaction to the new Star Wars trailer; and Natalie Bennett appears her usual numerate self on Newsnight.
The Delivery Man
Episode 2 - TruthA 'double dad' has to rush between the bedsides of two expectant mothers, while Matthew realises he's landed Lisa's boyfriend in trouble. Ian is suspended and asks Matthew to find him a job in the hospital.
You, Me & Them
Series 2, Episode 3 - Joining The MasonsTensions fly when Keith's handyman skills see Ed and Lauren needing to seek shelter at the Masons'. Meanwhile Clive's dabble with technology leaves him scared for his future and Emma taking drastic measures...
The Now Show
The Vote Now Show 2015, Episode 2Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis, with the help of Jon Holmes, Pippa Evans, Laura Shavin, Mitch Benn and special guests from across the political spectrum, give their own unique take on the election news and shenanigans.