BCG Daily Friday 8th April 2011
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Sitcom made woman laugh so much her waters broke
A pregnant woman laughed so hard watching Channel 4's Friday Night Dinner that her waters broke and she went into labour.
Nicola Methven, The Mirror, 8th April 2011Ronni Ancona: My heart still aches over stillborn Seth
Comedian Ronni Ancona has spoken for the first time about the tragic loss of her stillborn son - in a bid to save lives.
Ben Spencer, Daily Record, 8th April 2011Omid Djalili interview
Omid Djalili's been teetering on the brink of oblivion.
Tommy Holgate, The Sun, 8th April 2011Steven Moffat: Creating comedy, start to finish
Counting down the days until Doctor Who-mania kicks in with the combined U.S./UK premiere of series 6 on 23 April, I'm reminded of the comedy genius side of the Steven Moffat brain in the pre-Doctor Who, pre-Sherlock days of Coupling.
Bill Young, Tellyspotting, 8th April 2011HarperCollins buys two more books from Frankie Boyle
HarperCollins has bought another two books from controversial comedian Frankie Boyle.
Graeme Neill, The Bookseller, 8th April 2011Video: Ken Dodd tips Alex Ferguson's horse for National
After that vital victory over Chelsea in the Champions League, could Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson continue his winning streak on a rather different field at the weekend?
Dianne Bourne, Manchester Evening News, 8th April 2011Dave's Comedy Map
Dave's One Night Stand has got us thinking. If there's one thing that Britain really is great at, it's comedy.
UKTV, 8th April 2011Video: Why Janey Godley is horsewoman of the apocalypse
Before Sunday's show for the Glasgow Comedy Festival, Janey Godley talked to STV about hecklers, the new radio pilot she's been commissioned to do and her recent travels.
STV, 8th April 2011Campus: Channel 4 Telly Review
Green Wing Goes back to school.
A. Pinter, Comedy Critic, 8th April 2011Michael Barrymore for 'Celebrity Coach Trip'
Michael Barrymore is among the celebrities taking part in series two of Celebrity Coach Trip.
Alex Fletcher, Digital Spy, 8th April 2011Interview with Alex Horne
Here we talk to fringe favourite Alex Horne, who has consistently been interesting (and perhaps more importantly, funny) throughout his career.
The Humourdor, 8th April 2011Videos
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TV & radio
10am30 min
What's So Funny?
Series 1, Episode 1Rufus Hound is joined by Dom Joly with news, reviews and previews of what's happening in comedy this week.
11:30am30 min
Spread A Little Happiness
Series 2, Episode 6It's not Hope's birthday, so why is everyone bringing her presents?
6:30pm30 min
The Now Show
Series 33, Episode 6Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis host the last in the series of topical stand-up and sketches. They are joined by Jon Holmes, Jess Robinson and stand-up Alun Cochrane. Mitch Benn and Joe Stilgoe provide the music.
9pm60 min
Benidorm
Series 4, Episode 6Les/Lesley discovers some of Donald's clothes on the nudist beach - and it seems that Donald has left Jacqueline a note.
9pm30 min
Have I Got News For You
Series 41, Episode 1Jack Dee hosts the satirical panel game, with guest panellists Caroline Wyatt and Jon Richardson.
9:30pm60 min
A League Of Their Own
Series 3, Episode 5England rugby captain Mike Tindall and comedian Jimmy Carr are this week's guests on the panel show presented by James Corden and starring Jamie Redknapp and Freddie Flintoff.
10pm30 min
Friday Night Dinner
Series 1, Episode 6 - The DateAdam comes home to find the house looking immaculate, with classical music playing in the living room, Mum's posh bowls on the dinner table, Dad in a smart suit, and most mysteriously - the table is set for five.
10pm30 min
Frank Skinner's Opinionated
Series 2, Episode 3 - GlasgowFrank is in Glasgow with guests Greg Davies and Victoria Coren.
10:35pm60 min
John Bishop Live: Elvis Has Left The Building
John Bishop performs stand-up comedy in front of his home crowd, illustrating why he has become one of the nation's top comedians.
11:45pm70 min
Steve Coogan Live: The Man Who Thinks He's It
Steve Coogan stars as some of his best known characters including Alan Partridge, Paul and Pauline Calf, and Tony Ferrino.