BCG Daily Wednesday 25th November 2015
News
Press clippings
Bridget Jones and why she's not a feminist
What Helen Fielding has actually created is an ultimately pathetic and highly dependent character.
Helen Elston, The Student Newspaper, 25th November 2015Dara O Briain interview: comedy, Isle Of Man, IMDB
Dara O Briain chats to us about tough gigs, writing books, touring, and comedy...
Simon Brew, Den Of Geek, 25th November 2015QI quizmasters release new book of jaw-dropping facts
The team behind the hit BBC TV quiz QI have released a new book packed with facts that will make your jaw drop.
The Daily Express, 25th November 2015Steven Toast reviews Michael Fassbender's Macbeth
Justin Kurzel's new take on Shakespeare's finest gets a resounding two thumbs down from veteran actor Steven Toast. Mind you, he only watched the trailer.
Matt Berry, The Guardian, 25th November 2015Interview with Jenny Collier
My first gig was in 2011 but I only started trying in the summer of 2012.
Comedy Blogedy, 25th November 2015Alfie Brown on being the son of Spitting Image staff
Alfie Brown is the son of two comedians - one an impressionist (Jan Ravens), and the other a comedy songwriter (Steve Brown) - but he has been determined to follow his own path into stand up and tackle subjects that jokes can negotiate better than conversation.
Sarah Walters, Manchester Evening News, 25th November 2015Kevin Bridges interview
"Initially I thought if I took that much time off, people would forget about me - but they haven't," Kevin Bridges says.
Plymouth Herald, 25th November 2015Stewart Francis interview
'Coming over to the UK eight years ago was the real turning point professionally for me'
Brian Donaldson, The List, 25th November 2015Max & Ivan, comedy review
Foster's Award nominees Max Olesker and Ivan Gonzalez stretch the sketch format to its limit with their crafted narrative about an imminent coastal apocalypse, says Bruce Dessau.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 25th November 20155 reasons why Toast of London is comedy gold
Here's a quick 5-point list detailing why Toast of London is the funniest show out there.
Jason Palmer, Entertainment Focus, 25th November 2015Joe Lycett, comedy review
Despite a love of painful puns, this Birmingham comic has a sharp tongue and a number of hilarious anecdotes, says Bruce Dessau.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 25th November 2015Josh, Episode 3: Wedding & Waiting review
Good news - it looks like Josh Widdicombe's sitcom might have finally found its feed in this third episode.
Ian Wolf, On The Box, 25th November 2015Peep Show: Series 9, Episode 3 - Threeism review
The season so far has been marked by a heightened level of energy and general 'wackiness', which carries on in this episode, possibly one of the most chaotic and fast-paced episodes of the entire 9 series. It will probably annoy a few purists, as the set-ups become ever more far-fetched, but I can forgive it if the lines are as funny as these - Jeremy's explanation of his new sexual status, and Mark's discomfort as he tries to eat his yoghurt was fantastic.
Joshua Worth, On The Box, 25th November 2015Talkback hires Jonno Richards as first comedy chief
The executive producer of BBC4's Detectorists is to join Talkback as its first head of comedy. Jonno Richards will join the Fremantle Media label in January.
Alex Farber, Broadcast, 25th November 2015The inside story of James Mullinger's movie
Critically acclaimed British comedian James Mullinger talks about his movie.
James Mullinger, Mobtreal.com, 25th November 2015Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
The Lentil Sorters
Episode 3 - Researcher BiasDaniel and Audrey fight over the welfare state with the aid of a can of strong lager, a fake police uniform and a beloved British character actor.
Scream Street
Series 1, Episode 6 - Zoo Of The WeirdOtto is selling safari tickets to Scream Street.
Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups
Series 3, Episode 2 - The Madman In The AtticTom Wrigglesworth phones home for his weekly check-in with his mum, dad and gran. With Tom's dad advocating some rather drastic 'rationalising', Tom realises that it might be time for him to have a clear-out himself.
You, Me And The Apocalypse
Episode 924 hours to go. With just 24 hours until the comet crashes into Earth, the race to reach the bunker is on. Plus, the results of Operation Saviour are revealed to the world.
Peep Show
Series 9, Episode 3 - ThreeismJeremy's love life takes a surprising turn, as Mark is dealing with his own matters of the heart.
Josh
Series 1, Episode 3 - Wedding & WaitingJosh and Owen have tickets to the darts, but can't afford to get drunk in preparation.
Toast Of London
Series 3, Episode 2 - Beauty CallsToast's flatmate Ed is dating Penvelope, a former beauty queen, and finalist from the famous international beauty contest for women they used to have in the 70s.
Little Lifetimes By Jenny Eclair
Series 2, Episode 2 - Christine PaintsWhen Christine and Tony move to the country so Tony can write. Christine takes up watercolours and soon finds inspiration can be found in the most unexpected places and with surprising consequences.