BCG Daily Thursday 5th November 2015
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Jessica Knappett: The six stages of modern dating
From Tinder to dick pics, modern dating is a minefield. Luckily, the star of E4 sitcom Drifters has a foolproof guide to getting it right/not wrong.
Jessica Knappett, The Guardian, 5th November 2015Alfie Moore interview
A former police sergeant turned stand-up comedian, Alfie Moore's shows are packed with hilarious anecdotes drawn from his 18 eventful years on the beat.
Lydia Fallon, Cambridge News, 5th November 2015Dara O Briain: 'Awards make zero difference'
He's a funny one, Dara O Briain. Funny, obviously, in the sense of making the public laugh (his stand-up tours are always sell-outs, he's sold more than a million DVDs and for the past 10 years been at the helm of BBC Two's panel show Mock The Week), but physically too.
Julia Llewelyn Smith, The Telegraph, 5th November 2015Matt Lucas explain where Vicky Pollard came from
Little Britain's Vicky Pollard was the typical chav roaming the streets of the UK in the early noughties. Now, Matt Lucas has revealed how he and David Walliams came to realise the character.
Rachel Babbage, Digital Spy, 5th November 2015Harry Enfield and Paul Whitehouse interview
Why now? "It's the right time to do it," laughs 57-year-old Paul, "before we die!"
Sarah Walters, Manchester Evening News, 5th November 2015Mathew Baynton interview
Mathew Baynton on making Bill, the cheeky charm of Horrible Histories - and the disconcerting effects of his own success.
Adrian Lobb, The Big Issue, 5th November 2015Bill Bailey's stolen tour bus found in Liverpool
Comedian Bill Bailey's tour bus, stolen during his recent gig in Liverpool, has been found.
BBC News, 5th November 2015Alfie Brown review
Brown gives us a show of two halves, with endearing routines about early fatherhood leading to social commentary.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 5th November 2015Alfie Brown, comedy review: a new spin on dad jokes
Brown's new show is inspired by turbulent recent events in his world, and he proves himself eloquent and a skilful mimic, says Bruce Dessau.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 5th November 2015Bobby Pattinson had last laugh on his last ever show
King of North East comedy Bobby Pattinson had the last laugh when he performed his final show in front of star studded audience. At the age of 81, Bobby has decided slow down after 70 years in the business.
Lisa Hutchinson, Newcastle Chronicle, 5th November 2015Why it might not be the end for Peep Show after all...
Peep Show's creators have floated the idea that the next series might not be the last we hear of Mark and Jeremy after all.
Chortle, 5th November 2015We peep into the new Peep Show
Obviously, it is very, very funny. The first two episodes definitely retain the dismal Britishness and atmosphere of previous series.
Annie Mellor, Funny Women, 5th November 2015Catastrophe review
There's something about the crudeness of the Channel 4 comedy series Catastrophe that is insanely addictive.
Gareth Hargreaves, On The Box, 5th November 2015You, Me And The Apocalypse - Episode 6 review
Well, excuse me while I get my breath back because that was quite an episode of You, Me & The Apocalypse!
Sarah Hughes, Frame Rated, 5th November 2015Bridget Christie's top ten stand-up comedians
The multi-award winning political stand-up and author reveals her favourite comics.
Ben Williams, Time Out, 5th November 2015Videos
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4:30pm30 min
Hank Zipzer
Series 2, Episode 13 - Last DayIt is the last day of the summer term and Hank is determined to make it through without a detention. An incident with an egg in assembly changes all of that and Hank finds himself in danger of being excluded from school permanently.
9pm60 min
The Almost Impossible Gameshow
Series 1, Highlights Special - Best BitsA collection of 'best bits' from the series.
9pm60 min
Bring The Noise
Episode 3With Nicole away, Ricky Wilson and captains Joel Dommett and Tinie Tempah are joined by Melanie C, Laurence Fox and singer Foxes on the music and comedy show.
9pm30 min
Drifters
Series 3, Episode 3 - VanillaMeg meets an old school friend who's done very well for herself. Re-kindling that friendship brings Meg an exciting job opportunity. Gary reveals a surprising internet enthusiasm and Bunny is on the run from her dad having maxed-out her emergency credit card.
10pm50 min
Celebrity Juice
Series 14, Episode 9Guests tonight are former The Wanted member Nathan Sykes, football legend and host of Ninja Warrior Chris Kamara, talk show host Jerry Springer, and Jessica Wright.
10pm60 min
BBC New Comedy Award
2015, Episode 9 - Semi Final 1Patrick Kielty hosts the first semi-final of the 2015 BBC Radio New Comedy Award, recorded at the Glee Club in Cardiff.
10pm30 min
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 10, Episode 3Russell looks at new scientific findings that link bacon to cancer, the proposed tax credit cuts and a campaign to explain consent using tea.
10pm60 min
The Football's On
Series 3, Episode 4Ian Stone returns for more football chat. This episode features special guest Omid Djalili.
10pm30 min
Detectorists
Series 2, Episode 2Andy spots something suspicious and Sophie's cracking on with her new friend at the library. The club is visited by the local mayor on a matter of some delicacy, and some old enemies seem unusually interested in Peter's quest to find his grandfather.
11pm30 min
Robert Newman's Entirely Accurate Encyclopaedia Of Evolution
Episode 4Comedian Rob Newman guides listeners through a unique A-Z of evolution.