BCG Daily Saturday 28th March 2015
Press clippings
Seven questions with... Rod Woodward
Rod Woodward is a Welsh stand up comedian with a particular interest in sport, which adds an interesting and 'niche' dimension to some of his material.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 28th March 2015Review: Shappi Khorsandi
Although our entertainer for the evening portrays herself as a screwy aunt teaching herself how to "talk to young people again", it becomes apparent that there are depths that she has still to absorb - and strengths which led to an increased response from the audience as the night moved to a close.
Stephen Watt, The Mumble, 28th March 2015Review: Burnistoun: Live and For Real!, Glasgow
On the basis of giving the fans what they wanted, this live debut for Robert Florence and Iain Connell's rascally sketch show can only be declared a success, the affection the audience roared for their favourite characters more than justifying the show's forthcoming television return.
Jay Richardson, The Scotsman, 28th March 2015'Peter Kay' conman back in jail after Derby frauds
A 'professional conman" scammed £5,300 from six people shortly after being released from jail for pocketing money intended for a young boy with cancer. Peter Stead has in the past been convicted for claiming he was the brother of Peter Kay.
The Derby Telegraph, 28th March 2015Muslim comedian who is laughing in the face of terror
"How many of you are Muslim?" the comedian asks the 400 pupils sitting excitedly in the school hall. More than half raise their hands. "Guys," he shouts, "we can take over! We can free the white people!"
Greg Hurst, The Times, 28th March 2015Where have all the comedies gone?
Rhys Thompson asks why few comedy programmes are being made, while repeats continue to be enjoyed by millions.
Rhys Thompson, Nouse, 28th March 2015Review - Rich Hall: Hoedown @ Garage
Rich Hall has won the most prestigious comedy prizes and also has a claim as the real-life inspiration for bartender Moe Szyslak from The Simpsons. This makes for high expectations and Hoedown doesn't disappoint its sell-out crowd.
Ben Venables, The Skinny, 28th March 2015James Corden hails 'overwhelming' US chat show reaction
James Corden has talked of the "overwhelming" reaction to his US late night chat show, saying he had feared a "terrible onslaught" of criticism.
BBC News, 28th March 2015Podcasts
TV & radio
11am60 min
Fighting Talk
Series 12, Episode 32Georgie Ainslie is joined by sports commentator and writer Steve Bunce, former Everton and England footballer Rachel Brown-Finnis, broadcaster Dougie Anderson and comedian Justin Moorhouse.
11am25 min
Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 19 - Day At The BeachRobert cannot go to the real beach, so Justin and Mac turn Justin's house into a beach instead. Guest starring Paul Hawkyard from Old Jack's Boat.
8:25pm60 min
You're Back In The Room
Series 1, Episode 3Join Phillip Schofield and Keith Barry for the show in which five strangers take on simple tasks - while hypnotised. Tonight's show includes special guests Joe Swash, Vincent Simone and Vicki Michelle.
9:25pm60 min
The Jonathan Ross Show
Series 8, Episode 10 - Keanu Reeves, Lucy Beaumont, Russell Brand, Olly MursJonathan welcomes Hollywood actor Keanu Reeves, stand-up Lucy Beaumont, firebrand Russell Brand and platinum-selling singer Olly Murs, who chats and performs live in the studio.