BCG Daily Friday 25th November 2011
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Keith Lemon gets fruity with Fearne Cotton
Gorgeous Fearne Cotton was left red-faced when Keith Lemon unveiled his huge manhood.
The Sun, 25th November 2011Life's Too Short with Helena Bonham-Carter disappointed
Life's Too Short saw Helena Bonham-Carter join Warwick Davis, Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, but the cracks are starting to widen in this underwhelming series.
Rachel Tarley, Metro, 25th November 2011Stephen Merchant interview
As he releases his first stand-up comedy DVD, Stephen Merchant spares us some time to talk touring, movies and telly...
Simon Brew, Den Of Geek, 25th November 2011Jimmy Carr forced to apologise for Down Syndrome joke
The comedian Jimmy Carr was criticised by a Down Syndrome charity for a joke he delivered at a live stand-up show last weekend.
The Telegraph, 25th November 2011Black Mirror episode 1 spoiler-free review
Charlie Brooker offers a searing, look at modern society in a three-part drama series, Black Mirror. It doesn't always make for easy or cheerful viewing, but then again, we wouldn't expect anything less from a mind as creatively acerbic as Brooker's.
Ryan Lambie, Den Of Geek, 25th November 2011Jimmy Carr defends controversial sunshine joke
Jimmy Carr has insisted there are no taboo areas in comedy and any subject is "up for grabs".
The Huffington Post, 25th November 2011Lee Evans will bank over £8million in 2011
Lee Evans will earn more than £8million by the end of 2011 - making him the highest-paid stand-up comic in Britain this year.
Mark Jefferies, The Mirror, 25th November 2011Jan Moir: 'Jimmy Carr and the shameful cheap shot'
Another week, another comedy low. On his current stand-up tour, Jimmy Carr has been criticised for making a joke about children with Down's syndrome.
Jan Moir, Daily Mail, 25th November 2011Stephen Fry backs campaign to save China's tigers
Stephen Fry has urged his fans to back a campaign to stop the trade of tiger skins in China.
The Daily Express, 25th November 2011Life's Too Short, 1.3 - episode 3
On the one hand, I preferred this episode to the previous two because it was more focused on Warwick Davies and, for the first time, actually felt like a sitcom about his showbiz life. On the other hand, this was easily the least funny episode yet, capped by a woefully unfunny cameo from Helena Bonham Carter - continuing the running "joke" that most people, especially famous people, sneer down their noses at dwarfs.
Dan Owen, Dan's Media Digest, 25th November 2011Heard the one about the leftwing comedians?
Leftwing comedians are staging a comeback and thriving in Cameron's Britain...
Zoe Williams, The Guardian, 25th November 2011Lunch with the FT: Stewart Lee
The acclaimed British comedian talks about how being disliked has its uses.
Leo Robson, The Financial Times, 25th November 2011Tony Law interview
From relative obscurity to a rapidly swelling fanbase, the rise of Tony Law has been long overdue...
Ben Williams, Time Out, 25th November 2011Review: Black Pond (15) ****
Sometimes the most modest project can be the most surprising.
Tony Earnshaw, The Yorkshire Post, 25th November 2011Videos
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TV & radio
7:30am30 min
What's So Funny?
Series 2, Episode 8Ed Byrne and Lucy Porter bring a mix of news, reviews and interviews from the comedy world. With guests Brendon Burns and Veronica Lee.
10:45am15 min
How Does That Make You Feel?
Series 2, Episode 5Richard Fallon MP has hired himself a publicist to up his diminishing profile. But it turns out that anonymity and being on the back benches is the least of Richard's problems.
11:30am30 min
In And Out Of The Kitchen
Series 1, Episode 4 - September 18th To 24thAnthony's 'sensitive' goddaughter Libby comes to stay, and Damien is asked to make a pilot for his own cookery show. Includes Damien's recipes for crepes Suzette, and beef Oxford.
1:45pm15 min
...At The Stand
Hardeep At The Stand, Episode 5Hardeep Singh Kohli introduces stand-up comedy from Matt Kirshen, Boothby Graffoe and John Gillick.
5:25pm35 min
Dani's House
Series 4, Episode 11 - A Fine BromanceWhen Dani's gorgeous cousin Marco comes to visit, Dani decides to matchmake him with Ruby. Instead though, Marco and Jack become inseparable. Meanwhile Max and Ben's attempt to write a love song gets very bad online feedback. They realise they need to get some first-hand experience of love.
6:30pm30 min
The Now Show
Series 35, Episode 3Topical stand-up, sketches and comedy songs with Steve Punt, Hugh Dennis, Marcus Brigstocke, Mitch Benn, Josie Long and Laura Shavin.
7pm30 min
What's The Story?
Series 5, Episode 7Justin Waite poses questions about the week's news. The guests are Derek Brockway, Hannah Jones, Benjamin Partridge and Clint Edwards.
8:30pm30 min
Would I Lie To You?
Series 5, Out-takes - The Unseen BitsRob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for an episode of previously unseen material from the hit comedy panel show Would I Lie To You?.
9pm30 min
Have I Got News For You
Series 42, Episode 6Downton Abbey actor Dan Stevens is in the host's chair, with guest panellists Miles Jupp and Susan Calman joining Ian and Paul.
9pm30 min
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 12, Episode 9The regulars are joined by singer Olly Murs, former member of the Pussycat Dolls Kimberly Wyatt, and comedians Matthew Crosby and Russell Peters.
9:30pm30 min
Live At The Apollo
Series 7, Episode 3 - Alan Carr, Andi Osho, Patrick KieltyAlan Carr introduces, in his own inimitable style, sets from the fabulous Andi Osho and the always magnificent Patrick Kielty.
9:30pm30 min
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 12, Episode 10Team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson thrash out the hot stories of the week, from the silly to the serious, and are joined by comedian Jack Dee, singer Stacey Solomon, comedian David O'Doherty and musician Alex James.
10pm30 min
10pm65 min
Jimmy Carr: Making People Laugh
Television broadcast of Jimmy Carr's sixth stand-up DVD, recorded at the SECC Glasgow.
10:35pm45 min
The Graham Norton Show
Series 10, Episode 5 - Robin Williams, Elijah Wood, Jennifer Saunders, JLSGraham is joined by oscar-winning comedy icon Robin Williams; Lord of the Rings star Elijah Wood; and Jennifer Saunders, who introduces the new episodes of Absolutely Fabulous. With music from JLS.
11:05pm30 min
Pete Versus Life
Series 2, Episode 5 - The VeteranPete claims that he's been in the army in order to impress Mel, his new girlfriend. Unfortunately for Pete, her brother Tom is a genuine veteran. To make matters worse, Pete also runs over Mel's cat, yet fails to mention it in passing.
11:40pm50 min
Stand Up For The Week
Series 3, Episode 4Jon Richardson hosts another episode of the topical stand-up show. With Rich Hall and team newcomers Seann Walsh, Josh Widdicombe, Sara Pascoe and Paul Chowdhry.