BCG Daily Thursday 28th April 2011
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Get me out of here: Dom Joly's first ever live tour
The comedian explains why it's time for him to stand up and be counted.
Dom Joly, The Independent, 28th April 2011The Gobetweenies, Radio 4, preview
Gillian Reynolds previews a Radio 4 comedy about divorced parents, starring David Tennant.
Gillian Reynolds, The Telegraph, 28th April 2011QI: Quite interesting facts about philosophers
A quietly intriguing column from the brains behind the BBC quiz show. This week: QI gets philosophical.
Molly Oldfield & John Mitchinson, The Telegraph, 28th April 2011That 10 O'Clock Live: What we've learnt
Andrew Mickel looks back over the 10 O'Clock Live coverage to give his verdict on a brave attempt to mix politics and satire in front of a live audience.
Andrew Mickel, Such Small Portions, 28th April 2011Interview: Comedian Bethany Black
Bethany Black is one of comedies "new breed", making her mark on the scene after a steady succession of successes. She's not only featured in magazines like Bizarre and Diva but has written for The Guardian as well and has shared stages with the likes of Omid Djalili, Alan Carr, Rhona Cameron, plus written for comedians as diverse as Brendon Burns and Jimmy Cricket. Yes, she's quite a talented lady.
Panic Spot, 28th April 2011John Sullivan's Rock & Chips blog
While Rock & Chips was in production, John Sullivan kindly wrote this blog post for us. Here is his introduction to tonight's episode, which sadly only leaves us wanting more...
John Sullivan, BBC Comedy, 28th April 2011Two Pints: Meet new character Billy
I was eager to talk to Freddie, not only to find out what it's like to join a show in its ninth series, but because (and I'll be honest with you here) I have a thing for the scouse accent...
Collette Collins, BBC, 28th April 2011A gratuitous royal wedding/comedy article
London is Funny's inbox has been inundated with comedy nights that have hitched their wagon to the royal wedding, some more loosely than others. So it is only right and correct that this privilege is passed onto LiF's readers with a gratuitous weddingy article...
London Is Funny, 28th April 2011Radio 4 Extra's May anniversaries
With Union Jack flags fluttering the length of Regent Street, London, you can certainly tell that there's some sort of celebration in the air.
Mary Kalemkerian, BBC Blogs, 28th April 2011An interview with: Sara Pascoe
Sara Pascoe is a writer, stand-up comedian, and actress, but not necessarily in that order...
The Humourdor, 28th April 2011Comedy - could it be magic now?
Laughter is a magical thing - as I found out on stage at Magic Night in Madame JoJo's in London's Soho.
Tommy Holgate, The Sun, 28th April 2011Dermot Whelan's backstage blog
You know it's going to be a good day at work when you arrive at the venue to see two comedians hanging out the door of a black taxi wearing wigs.
Dermot Whelan, UKTV, 28th April 2011Steve Pemberton: "Psychoville 2 is coming..."
Psychoville co-creator Steve Pemberton has composed a special message for you. He even warns those of a spoiler-sensitive disposition to look away before it's too late...
Steve Saul, BBC Comedy, 28th April 2011Videos
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Podcasts
TV & radio
6:30pm30 min
The Simon Day Show
Series 1, Episode 2 - Tony BecktonReformed violent criminal Tony Beckton visits the Mallard Theatre to read from his memoirs as part of his rehabilitation.
9pm60 min
Rock & Chips
Episode 1 - The Frog & The PussycatJoan longs for a new life. Reg has found her a job as a charlady but it's not entirely suitable as her employer has a very different idea about her responsibilities. Meanwhile, Del wants to become a movie producer.
9pm60 min
Dave's One Night Stand
Series 2, Episode 3 - Dave GormanThe roaming comedy showcase reaches Birmingham, where the headline act is quick-witted Genius host Dave Gorman. Support comes from Isy Suttie and Simon Evans.
10pm60 min
10 O'Clock Live
Series 1, Episode 15The last episode of the topical comedy show broadcast live. David Mitchell, Jimmy Carr, Charlie Brooker and Lauren Laverne look forward to the Royal Wedding tomorrow.
10pm45 min
Celebrity Juice
Series 5, Episode 12Keith is joined by award-winning actor and director Noel Clarke, Danish actress Brigitte Nielsen, Irish singer-songwriter Una Healy and Hollyoaks model Gemma Merna. Rufus Hound acts as Team Captain.
10:30pm30 min
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 4, Episode 6While it is impossible to know what news will feature in this totally topical show, smart money must be on the forthcoming royal wedding joining the many other major stories going under the Good News spotlight this week.
11pm30 min
That Jan Ravens
Impressions sketch show pilot. Dame Maggie Smith discovers a shocking secret in Downton Abbey, the Queen discusses wedding plans with Mrs Middleton, and Baroness Warsi appears as a challenger on Countdown.