BCG Daily Wednesday 19th November 2014
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Critics aren't comedy snobs
A new book suggests that critics 'tell people what's funny' - and that I personally prefer stand-up that's not funny at all. But our role as taste-makers is limited.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 19th November 2014Noel Fielding, Eventim Apollo review
'Pleasingly nutty, utterly childish and executed with vaudevillian glee'.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 19th November 2014These two quotes expose Russell Brand's hypocrisy
Today Russell Brand claimed he would 'NEVER endorse' a 'system for chatting up women' as used by pick-up artists. But he once endorsed a whole book!
Us vs Th3m, 19th November 2014Adrienne Truscott: the day I lost my job
In the latest Women of Letters anthology, the comedian Adrienne Truscott recalls being fired from her waitressing job in New York after challenging a male customer's throwaway remark.
Adrienne Truscott, The Guardian, 19th November 2014Mackenzie Crook on creating Detectorists
Mackenzie Crook talks about writing, performing and creating BBC Four's Detectorists.
Mackenzie Crook, BBC Writersroom, 19th November 2014University honours 'Dr Barbara Windsor'
From Carry On films to EastEnders, Barbara Windsor MBE is famous for her cheeky laugh and cockney charms, and now her acting career has been recognised academically.
The much-loved British actress will be awarded an honorary doctorate on 20 November by the University of East London.
BBC News, 19th November 2014Rarely Asked Questions - Ian Stone
Bruce Dessau interviews Ian Stone.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 19th November 2014Paul O'Grady settlement with News of the World
Television personality Paul O'Grady has settled a phone hacking claim against the publisher of the News of the World.
Mr O'Grady received "substantial" damages as part of the settlement, the High Court in London heard.
News Group Newspapers - formerly News International - accepted Mr O'Grady's voicemail had been hacked and there was "a misuse of his private information".
BBC News, 19th November 2014Shappi Khorsandi review: gags about porn & prejudice
Shappi Khorsandi review - perky gags about porn and prejudice. Soho Theatre, London.
The Anglo-Iranian comedian ranges entertainingly from racism to combative encounters at the school gate.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 19th November 2014Sarah Millican on the terror of Live at the Apollo
Everyone told the comedian her third time at the Apollo would be as easy as riding a bike-- except she can't ride a bike...
Sarah Millican, Radio Times, 19th November 2014TV review: Live At The Apollo
Make sure to put Live At The Apollo on record, as this series looks set to be the best yet.
Emma Atkinson, Giggle Beats, 19th November 2014Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully
Series 2, Episode 6 - Exit StrategyUljabaan is determined to fail his annual inspection, in order to be sent to a better posting. But he will need Kat and Lucy's help in order to make it work.
Millie Inbetween
Series 1, Episode 8 - Boy BandLauren's favourite band are planning a secret gig, and she abandons her previous plans of going to the cinema with Millie in favour of seeing the Temper Hearts - taking Amber with her. Feeling left out, Millie and Dad try to make some of their own plans, but things just aren't the same without Lauren and Amber. Mum tries to get Craig to share some family time and soon regrets it.
Sweat The Small Stuff
Series 4, Episode 4Team captains Rochelle Humes and Melvin Odoom are joined by pop stars Rixton and Stacey Solomon and comedians Ed Gamble and Sam Simmons.
Live At The Apollo
Series 10, Episode 1 - Sarah Millican, Russell Kane, Joe LycettThe series kicks off with Sarah Millican as host with special guests Russell Kane and Joe Lycett.
James Acaster's Findings
Episode 3 - WheelsThis week's episode sees James analysing the stylistic perfection of 'The Wheels on the Bus', refusing to divulge his roulette wheel exploits (what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas...) and reinventing the Ferris wheel so it's proportionally more thrilling.