BCG Daily Monday 15th December 2014
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Adam Buxton's favourite TV
The presenter and comedian on his love of I'm A Celebrity and why watching Gogglebox makes him weepy.
Rachel Aroesti, The Guardian, 15th December 2014The Play That Goes Wrong producers in marketing fail
Adding to a list of marketing catastrophes the team has accrued since moving into the Duchess Theatre earlier this year - which includes printing adverts upside down and a rather lame attempt at a Christmas photo (below) - the motley crew of amateurs sent a letter from 594 years in the past to invite us to their production of The Ploy that Goes Wrong.
Ben Hewis, What's On Stage, 15th December 2014Review: Top night of comedy at Lemon Grove in Exeter
Exeter has a new venue for top comedy if Friday night's entertainment was anything to go by. Review of Paul Ricketts, Geoff Alderman, Rick Right and Toju.
Simon Larkins, Exeter Express and Echo, 15th December 2014Dr. Who's voice of Daleks is voice of God in Good Omens
Ever wanted to hear what a Dalek (aka Nicholas Briggs) sounds like when it's playing God (when are they not?) The Radio 4 adaptation of Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman's Good Omens might just be your chance...
Huw Fullerton, Radio Times, 15th December 2014Bernard Manning's 'iconic' Embassy club for sale
One of the landmarks of Manchester's clubland is up for sale. The World Famous Embassy Club in Harpurhey was owned by the late controversial comedian Bernard Manning.
BBC News, 15th December 2014Review: Mrs Barbara Nice at The Railway Inn, Didsbury
It shouldn't work; she shouldn't have such control over a crowd but she cajoles even the most heartless into a smile, a dance and a song.
John Stansfield, The Skinny, 15th December 2014Six things you should know about the Derek special
From wedding bells to hospital beds, the final episode of Ricky Gervais's Channel 4 comedy offers a fitting farewell to Broad Hill...
Susanna Lazarus, Radio Times, 15th December 2014The British Comedy Awards 2014: predictions
As the biggest night in the British comedy calendar rolls around, Time Out offers predictions for the four big categories. Plus see the full list of nominees.
Ben Williams, Time Out, 15th December 2014The British Comedy Awards drinking game 2014
Not enjoying the ceremony? Make it funnier by playing our BCAs drinking game.
Ben Williams, Time Out, 15th December 2014Bernard Manning's 'iconic' Embassy club for sale
One of the landmarks of Manchester's clubland is up for sale. The World Famous Embassy Club in Harpurhey was owned by the late controversial comedian Bernard Manning.
BBC News, 15th December 2014Lost Voice Guy interview
Lee Ridley is a stand-up who can't speak. The Newcastle comedian - who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at six months old and has never been able to talk - tells jokes using a text-to-speech app on his iPad, with hilarious results. This week, he performs in the final of the prestigious BBC New Comedy Award, competing alongside five other stand-ups for the chance to win £1000 and their own BBC Radio pilot. How does he fancy his chances at beating the odds once again? Andrew Dipper finds out.
Andrew Dipper, Giggle Beats, 15th December 2014Micky Flanagan: comedians are not natural competitors
As Flanagan joins the ranks of comedians doing travel-themed TV series, he says comics aren't looking to do well at the expense of others.
Emma Daly, Radio Times, 15th December 2014David West death: Stephen Fry heard 'screams' from flat
Stephen Fry has overheard "horrifying screams" believed to be of his murdered neighbour David West. The club owner, 70, was killed on Friday night in his Piccadilly home, next to his Abracadabra restaurant and HeyJo nightclub. His son, David West, known as "Little Dave", has been charged with his murder and will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court today.
Ella Alexander, The Independent, 15th December 2014Ben Rosen interview
Ben Rosen is a stand-up comedian based in New York and a Creative for Buzzfeed.
Comedy Blogedy, 15th December 2014Videos
TV & radio
4 O'Clock Files
Episode 1 - TeamworkMr Bell has been given the task of filming a video prospectus for Elmsmere. His first tricky challenge is to show how well everyone at the school works together.
Start/Stop
Series 2, Episode 6 - Date NightThe three couples end up on a 'date night' together, and Evan is a surprise convert to French cinema. Meanwhile Barney tries to get his smartphone to answer some of life's big questions.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 26 - Picture PerfectBitzer has completed all his chores and is at a bit of a loss. He's delighted when he discovers the barn needs a good tidy-up. Until he comes across a wonky picture that just won't hang straight.
Strange Hill High
Series 2, Christmas Special - A Strange Hill ChristmasAs Mitchell attempts to escape school and bring his Christmas holidays to an early start, the entirety of the staff and students become locked inside.
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue
Series 62, Episode 5A visit to the Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury for Graeme Garden, Susan Calman, Tony Hawks and John Finnemore, with Jack Dee in the chair.
Trollied
Series 4, Episode 7Rose and Margaret receive a blast from the past when they realise they know each other from a former life. A special guest stops by the store, too.
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 28, Episode 11Rhod Gilbert and regular team captains Noel Fielding and Phill Jupitus are joined by actress Yasmine Akram, DJ Steve Aoki, comedian Bobby Mair and singer Rumer.
Some Girls
Series 3, Episode 5Much to the annoyance of her friends, Amber is selected to do a trial for Chelsea Ladies football team. Her grand behaviour annoys everyone. Holli's romantic life becomes more complicated than ever - the girls need to help her choose which of her boyfriends she should keep. Saz discovers there's a boy at Greenshoots who really likes her - unfortunately she doesn't know who it is.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 18, Highlights Special - Best BitsIn tonight's episode, it's a trip down memory lane to revisit the best bits from the past series of 8 Out Of 10 Cats with host Jimmy Carr, team captains Jon Richardson and Sean Lock and a host of celebrity guests.
Bob Servant
Series 2, Episode 3 - WeddingBob reacts badly when he learns that Frank has plans to marry and leave Broughty Ferry.