The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC
The Now Show
- Radio comedy / stand-up
- BBC Radio 4
- 1998 - 2024
- 466 episodes (64 series)
Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present a mix of stand-up, sketches and songs in this popular topical comedy show for Radio 4. Also features Jon Culshaw, Marcus Brigstocke, Jon Holmes, Mitch Benn, David Quantick and more.
- Continues today on Radio 4 at 6:30pm with Series 64, Episode 6
- Catch-up on Series 64, Episode 5
Episode menu
Series 43, Episode 3
Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis are joined by Marcus Brigstocke, John Finnemore, Laura Shavin and Grace Petrie for a comic round up of the week's news.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Friday 2nd May 2014
- Time
- 6:30pm
- Channel
- BBC Radio 4
- Length
- 30 minutes
Repeats
Show past repeats
| Date | Time | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday 3rd May 2014 | 12:30pm | Radio 4 |
| Tuesday 6th May 2014 | 9:30am | Radio 4 Extra |
Cast & crew
| Steve Punt | Host / Presenter |
| Hugh Dennis | Host / Presenter |
| Laura Shavin | Ensemble Actor |
| John Finnemore | Self |
| Grace Petrie | Self |
| Marcus Brigstocke | Self |
| Steve Punt | Writer |
| Hugh Dennis | Writer |
| Marcus Brigstocke | Writer |
| Laura Shavin | Writer |
| Andy Wolton | Writer (Additional Material) |
| Sarah Morgan | Writer (Additional Material) |
| John Finnemore | Writer |
| Grace Petrie | Writer |
| Glenn Moore | Writer (Additional Material) |
| Alexandra Smith | Producer |
Video
John Finnemore on the Royal Mail sell-off
John Finnemore talks about Royal Mail via the medium of a Frog and a Scorpion.
Featuring: John Finnemore.