BCG Daily Tuesday 31st July 2012
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Richard Herring reflects on his Fringe highlights
Richard Herring reflects on some of the memorable experiences he has had since he first appeared at the Edinburgh Fringe, 25 years ago.
Richard Herring, Metro, 31st July 2012Sarah Kendall: 'I have the weak pulse of a dying gazel'
In her opening blog, Aussie stand-up Sarah Kendall surveys the wild, wild plains of Edinburgh, and wonders which DVD she should watch.
Sarah Kendall, London Is Funny, 31st July 2012Fringe factions: The Freshers vs The Sophomores
Chris Stokes and Rob Beckett are no strangers to the Fringe, but this year they're back with their very own shows; that 'difficult second show' can be a challenge for some performers, but Cariad Lloyd and Doug Segal are full of enthusiasm.
Lizzie Cass-Maran, The Skinny, 31st July 2012Fringe factions: The Political vs The Surreal
"Politics is not a game," said Winston Churchill. "It is an earnest business." But that doesn't mean it can't be the subject of comedy, as Thom Tuck and Josie Long prove; Rhys Darby and Paul Vickers are two men who are very serious about being silly
Iain Gorman, The Skinny, 31st July 2012Frank Skinner: Baby son is a tough audience
New father Frank Skinner says his baby son is his toughest audience to date.
The Independent, 31st July 2012Misfits series 4 update
More details of the new characters and new superpowers in store for series 4 of Misfits have just been released...
Louisa Mellor, Den Of Geek, 31st July 2012Interview Cheryl Cole 'stormed out of' to be aired
An interview that Cheryl Cole is alleged to have walked out of is to be broadcast on the BBC, a new trailer for a comedy show has revealed.
Rachel Tarley, Metro, 31st July 2012Vexed: Series 2 Episode 1 review
There doesn't seem to have been much fanfare from the channel about the show's return which is hugely disappointing. BBC Two have got something incredible on their hands, again, and they should have faith in the viewers to enjoy a programme so full of character, life and humour. A rarity these days.
Cameron K McEwan, Cult Box, 31st July 2012Mark Diamond and Darren Walsh interview
Mark Diamond (6'6) and Darren Walsh (6'8) will be doing their utmost to provide Edinburgh with belly laughs even bigger than their physical proportions.
Howard Gorman, PPSF Webzine, 31st July 2012What's This Fringe Thing, Anyway?
Ah... the Edinburgh Fringe Festival -- or, is it the Edinburgh Festival Fringe? I've heard it both ways. I'll resort to calling it the Fringe and just assume people will know what I'm talking about.
Michael Blomquist, The Huffington Post, 31st July 2012Mad Mad World review - Episode 1.5
I think the premise of the show is quite good - it's like Tarrant On TV teamed with Celebrity Juice, with various bizarre clips being shown from TV shows around the world for a host of star guests and comedians to pass comment and answer questions on. Why then, why isn't it more entertaining to watch?
UK TV Reviewer, 31st July 2012Britain's Oldest Stand Up review
He finally achieved his dream and provided a sweet end to a sweet documentary.
UK TV Reviewer, 31st July 2012Videos
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2:05pm25 min
Laughing In All The Right Places
Episode 3 - Tom StadeCanadian comic Tom Stade and presenter Jo Caufield explore what makes audiences laugh in different countries.
11pm30 min
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 3, Episode 13 - The YearThis week's topics include Karl's thoughts on the insect world, and Stephen's embarrassment when buying condoms. Plus entries from Karl's diary about cutting avocados, dating twins and visiting his parents.
11pm30 min
Kevin Eldon Will See You Now
Series 1, Episode 1 - WelcomeFeaturing a robot king, a '50s spaceman, a ghastly lottery, some crabs, a kitten, disco and John Donne.