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BCG Daily Thursday 21st October 2010

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Radio review: An Audience with Ed Reardon

Like the sitcom, this was Reardon the curmudgeon ranting at more successful writers.

Elisabeth Mahoney, The Guardian, 21st October 2010

BBC confirms more 'Would I Lie To You?'

The BBC has confirmed that comedy panel show Would I Lie To You? will return for a fifth run.

Morgan Jeffery, Digital Spy, 21st October 2010

First look: Misfits series two - exclusive clip

The last series of E4's Misfits ended with a good news/bad news scenario for Nathan. Good news: he's immortal. Bad news: his friends don't know about it. Which is why they buried him ... So how is he getting on in that coffin?

The Guardian, 21st October 2010

Bill Bailey auditions for 'The Hobbit'

Bill Bailey has revealed that he auditioned for a role in Peter Jackson's Hobbit movies.

Simon Reynolds, Digital Spy, 21st October 2010

Waiting for God star Graham Crowden dies aged 87

Scottish actor Graham Crowden, known for his work on British radio, film and TV has died at the age of 87, his agent has confirmed.

BBC News, 21st October 2010

Dave Spikey: Why I fell out with Peter Kay

Dave Spikey's joy at recognition for Phoenix Nights turned to bitter disappointment when he claims co-writer and Bolton comic Peter Kay took all of the credit for himself.

Simon Donohue, Manchester Evening News, 21st October 2010

The Comedy Rich List: top 40 highest earning comedians

Comedians are the rock stars of the 21st Century, raking in loot from movies, TV and most of all, from stand-up tours. Here we look at our top 40 comedy earners this year.

Nick Francis, The Sun, 21st October 2010

Six to watch: panel show hosts

Never Mind the Buzzcocks is back tonight, but still without a permanent host - should it look at what the best anchors bring to a comedy quiz show?

Johnny Dee, The Guardian, 21st October 2010

Russell Howard Is Back!

Only hours to wait now until Russell Howard is back on your screens for a brand new series of Russell Howard's Good News. You'd think he'd be busy working on his show but it seems there are other things on his mind...like the takeover of Liverpool Football Club.

Dana Stevens, BBC, 21st October 2010

First show tonight!

It's the first show of series three tonight at 10:30 on BBC Three which all of Team Good News are very excited about. This is Russell explaining a little bit about what you can expect. Enjoy!

Tris Cotterill, BBC Blogs, 21st October 2010

Josh Howie: 'I got my granny into Star Trek'

In a world where every news item seems destined to talk about financial stability and deficit reduction Josh Howie took matters into his own hands when looking to save money for a house by moving in with his grandmother.

Such Small Portions, 21st October 2010

Tommy Cooper dominates list of best jokes

Heard the one about two aerials meeting on a roof, falling in love, and getting married? The ceremony was rubbish but the reception was brilliant.

Peter Hutchison, The Telegraph, 21st October 2010

The Final Lad's Night Out - review

The series wasn't exactly the best big thing but it was strangely brilliant and addictive. Of course, if you were of the wrong generation its just a blur of terrible language and inappropriate images.

The Custard TV, 21st October 2010

TV & radio

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8am
25 min
Me & My Monsters. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Me & My Monsters

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Fabulous Monsterettes

Eddie is convinced that his parents are splitting up and asks the monsters to help him stop his Dad running away. But the monsters are too busy reviving their singing group, The Fabulous Monsterettes, convinced that Angela wants them as her backing group.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Richard Herring's Objective. Richard Herring. Copyright: BBC

Richard Herring's Objective

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Hoodie

How has a tracksuit top with a hood attached to it come to inspire fear in modern Britain and is it actually used as an excuse to demonise the young?

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 40, Episode 2

Frank Skinner hosts tonight's edition with guests Reginald D. Hunter and Janet Street-Porter.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
Reggie Perrin. Reggie Perrin (Martin Clunes). Copyright: Objective Productions

Reggie Perrin

Series 2, Episode 2

Reggie continues his search for a fulfilling new career, but money worries are snapping at his heels. Meanwhile, the Perrins discover they have a new next-door neighbour.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
45 min
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Holly Willoughby, Rufus Hound, Leigh Francis, Fearne Cotton

Celebrity Juice

Series 4, Episode 7 - N-Dubz Special

Top band N-Dubz join the regulars as they battle it out to prove who knows the most about this week's celebrity gossip. How will Dappy, Fazer and Tulisa get on?

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm
30 min
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, John Bishop, Georgie Ainslie, James Corden, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 2, Episode 3

James Corden referees round three of the riotous sports panel show. This week, he welcomes Gavin & Stacey co-star Rob Brydon and heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis into the fold.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
30 min
PhoneShop. Image shows from L to R: Jerwayne (Javone Prince), Lance (Martin Trenaman), Janine (Emma Fryer), Christopher (Tom Bennett), Ashley (Andrew Brooke). Copyright: Talkback

PhoneShop

Series 1, Episode 3 - The First Temptation Of Chris

The arrival of area manager, Razz Prince, sets everyone on edge. Lance attempts to prove to the staff that he isn't boring, while everyone else prepares for a big night out.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Image shows from L to R: Phill Jupitus, Noel Fielding. Copyright: TalkbackThames / BBC

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 24, Episode 1

Featuring guest host Mark Ronson, with Alesha Dixon and Saturday Mollie King joining Phill, and Tiny Tempah and comedian Paul Foot joining Noel's team.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10:30pm
30 min
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, John Bishop, Georgie Ainslie, James Corden, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 2, Episode 4

James Corden hosts round four of the panel show. This week, Jamie Redknapp and Freddie Flintoff are joined by comedian Jack Whitehall and Manchester United striker Michael Owen.

BBC Three 10:30pm
30 min
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 3, Episode 1

Russell Howard is back for a third series of his hit BBC Three show. The mystery guest is Colin Furze, who souped up a mobility scooter to reach 69mph. The Good News Extra stand-up is Jimmy McGhie.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 10:35pm
40 min
Mark Watson Kicks Off. Mark Watson. Copyright: World's End Productions

Mark Watson Kicks Off

Episode 1

A brand new irreverent sports panel show hosted by the comedian Mark Watson. The guests are Simon Day, Graham Taylor and Josh Widdicombe.

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