BCG Daily Wednesday 20th April 2011

Peter Capaldi talks Malcolm Tucker's future

When the third series of Armando Iannucci's political satire The Thick Of It ended in 2009, we feared it might be the end of the road for foul-mouthed government spin doctor Malcolm Tucker. Out of favour with a party which was subsequently chucked out of office, it was difficult to see how the rudest man in Scotland would fit back into series four.

Candy Cabs finale was utterly charmless

Candy Cabs has left our screens for the time being, but beware, because the writers have left the door open for a second series.

Gary: Tank Commander to lead RockNess comedy

Gary: Tank Commander yesterday revealed he will lead an invasion of this year's RockNess by an army of comedy stars.

The art of the preview: Dylan Moran At Stockton Arc

Dylan Moran's tour Yeah, Yeah will officially begin later this month, but last Wednesday he previewed his new show at Stockton Arc. Sean Prower went to see the inner workings of Moran's comedy.

Russell Brand: a new lease of life

Playing the sozzled lead in the remake of Arthur may seem a little close to home for Russell Brand. But this time the hedonism is just an act, he tells Gill Pringle.

Psychoville 2 - Meet the Characters

Here for the first time are the beautiful new character stills from Psychoville series two. Some familiar faces, and some new ones. We can't wait to meet them all when the series starts on 5th May.

Audio: A coffee and a chat with Russell Brand

While promoting his new film Arthur, comedian and actor Russell Brand breaks off midway through interviews to grab a coffee.

What does he say when he returns? Brand told Colin Paterson on BBC Radio 5 Live: "I needed some caffeine!"

"I popped to the lavvy, caffeine... refreshed, reinvigorated, ready to get on the BBC and chat to you."

Barrymore 'falls off horse' on 'Coach Trip'

Michael Barrymore has had an accident while filming Channel 4 reality show Celebrity Coach Trip, say reports.

Campus episode 3 review: Hurricane George

Is Campus losing its mean streak? And is this to the detriment of the series? Louisa checks out the latest episode...

An interview with Neil Cole: busy man

Neil Cole is nothing if not busy. This year, he's debuting his show Neil By Mouth at Edinburgh, and is a host on the new videogaming channel GINX.

Funny Women responds in pay-to-play row

The organisers of the annual Funny Women competition have defended their decision to start charging contestants a registration fee of £15.

Nicholas Lyndhurst: 'It's nice playing a baddie!'

Rock & Chips, the prequel to Only Fools and Horses, is back. Freddie Robdal is still up to no good, as Nicholas Lyndhurst reveals...

A quick chat with comic Dave Gorman

Dave Gorman plays a one-night stand on his namesake channel...