BCG Daily Thursday 10th September 2015
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David Walliams 'to be granted quickie divorce' today
David Walliams and Lara Stone are set to be granted a quickie divorce on Thursday (10 September), according to reports.
The Huffington Post, 10th September 2015Comedian explains how his Fringe show was axed
Comedian Stephen Carlin has written on his blog about being axed from Peter Buckley Hill's Free Fringe on Monday August 24, towards the end of this year's Edinburgh Festival. Carlin fell foul of the Free Fringe ethos of not being able to do runs on PBH's Free Fringe if also doing a full run at certain other venues.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 10th September 2015TV review: Cradle to Grave, episode 2, BBC2
Cradle to Grave certainly doesn't hang about. It's the second episode and we are already doing that well-trodden comedy trope, the holiday away from home. Except on this occasion it's only a quick caravan break and barely takes up more than one scene.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 10th September 2015TV preview: Rotters, Sky Arts
When Sky commissioned Rotters as part of their silent comedy season they thought they had cast two recent Edinburgh Comedy Award winners.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 10th September 2015Josh Widdicombe gig cancelled due to power cut
Josh Widdicombe was forced to cancel the opening night of his 'What Do I Do Now...' tour last night after a powercut hit the Playhouse Theatre in Oxford.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 10th September 2015The Absolutely Radio Show review
You'd never believe it's been 22 years - there are laughs aplenty as the cast are reunited for gags about divorce, Facebook and, of course, Stoneybridge.
Hannah Verdier, The Guardian, 10th September 2015Bobby Ball and Paula Wilcox interview
I speak to comedy legends Bobby Ball and Paula Wilcox who play Barry and Pauline. Barry is Lisa's dad and Pauline is Dan's mum. From what they had to say it sounds like it's going to be a brilliant series.
Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 10th September 2015Cradle to Grave, episode two, BBC Two, review
This comedy based on the childhood of writer and broadcaster Danny Baker was successful in breathing the essence of growing up in the 1970s, says Gerard O'Donovan.
Gerard O'Donovan, The Telegraph, 10th September 2015Boy Meets Girl episode 2 review
Potential pitfalls of the relationship are explored.
Emma Jeweks, Cult Box, 10th September 2015New plan unveiled for 'Fawlty Towers' hotel
Housebuilder Churchill Retirement Living, has submitted a new planning application for 33 apartments at the former Gleneagles Hotel in Torquay.
Tina Crowson, The Torquay Herald, 10th September 2015TV review: Rotters
Rotters, about a hapless bunch of thieves attempting an antiques heist, couldn't bring the same inventiveness to the silent comedy genre as Sam Simmons, John Kearns and Phil Burgers (aka Doctor Brown) bring to the live field.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 10th September 2015Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 22 - Hotel BeanMr Bean has some unexpected guests who think he runs a hotel!
Hank Zipzer
Series 2, Episode 5 - Hank's HeroHank and Stan are whipped into a frenzy when they hear that new headmaster, Mr Joy - keen to make a splash - is bringing their favourite footballer, Alex Broman to Westbrook Academy for an official visit.
The Museum Of Curiosity
Coding Special - Meeting Forty-Three: Coding SpecialJohn Lloyd is joined by another new curator, Sarah Millican, to present this special episode about coding as the Museum takes a trip up to the Edinburgh Fringe. On the steering committee are the Festival of the Spoken Nerd's Matt Parker, CEO of Raspberry Pi Eben Upton, and Canadian graphic novellist Sydney Padua.
Cradle To Grave
Episode 2Bet persuades Spud to expand their horizons and take in such rich new experiences as wine, the Bermondsey Small Retailers annual dinner dance, and a caravan holiday in Dymchurch. As for Danny, there are lessons to be learned in biology, both at school and in the bedroom.
Rotters
Slapstick comedy observing a team of idiot robbers who attempt to rob an auction house.
Boy Meets Girl
Series 1, Episode 2Leo and Judy have a relaxed Sunday lunch date planned, but when Pam answers his phone and manages to find out the venue, it's inevitable that nothing will go to plan. Judy bumping into a pre-transition friend adds to the colour of the day.
Mock The Week
Series 14, Episode 7Dara O Briain and the team return after the summer break. Featuring guests Ed Gamble, Milton Jones, Katherine Ryan and Josh Widdicombe.
Celebrity Juice
Series 14, Episode 1Keith Lemon is back. Holly Willoughby returns as team captain, alongside stand-in captain Gino D'Acampo. Keith welcomes guests Jonathan Ross, Made in Chelsea's Jamie Laing, stand-up Chris Ramsey and EastEnders landlady Kellie Bright.
Newsjack
Series 13, Episode 1Nish Kumar returns to present the 13th series of the satirical sketch show anyone can write for. Sketches including a right-wing relaxation tape, Jeremy Corbyn introduces some of his more unsavoury friends, and the problems of sending whisky into space.
Richard Marsh: Cardboard Heart
Episode 1 - New JobThe team battle each other for a new job that has just opened up in the office. Will tries to make himself the model candidate and takes to the street to learn what the public really want when it comes to greetings cards.