BCG Daily Sunday 15th November 2015
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True stories of the heroic men who inspired Dad's Army
The hugely popular TV series is being transformed into a film but the stories of those who inspired it are even more amazing.
Boudicaa Fox-Leonard, The Mirror, 15th November 2015Jason Byrne review
He's been doing stand-up for 20 years; our reviewer has been watching him live for ten, and he's as funny as ever.
Helen Dalby, Newcastle Chronicle, 15th November 2015Review: Frank Skinner On Demand With..., BBC iPlayer
What with Matt Berry Does... and various comedy pilots online programmes seem to be multiplying like rabbits at the moment. And this one does rather peter out.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 15th November 2015Second series of The Kennedys in 2016?
Writer/creator Emma Kennedy was answering a Twitter enquiry about whether the first series would be available on DVD* and wrote: "Not for a very long time (ie next year when series 2 goes out)" she later added that "We don't know for SURE until end of Nov."
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 15th November 2015Strongest hints yet of Still Game TV return
Still Game stars Ford Kiernan and Greg Hemphill have dropped the biggest hints yet that the show will be making a TV comeback.
Brian Ferguson, The Scotsman, 15th November 2015Scottish comedian Des Clarke talks panto
Now firmly established as one of Scotland's favourite pantomime stars, Clarke will be appearing in this year's Glasgow King's Theatre pantomime Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The Reviews Hub had a chance to catch up with Des at the recent pantomime launch show.
The Reviews Hub, 15th November 2015Vic Reeves wants to star in Coronation Street
Imagine comedian Vic Reeves walking the Weatherfield cobbles. Well it could happen if he gets his own way.
Katie Fitzpatrick, Manchester Evening News, 15th November 2015Radio Times review
This is one for the middle-aged men in your life. Or for those who like watching middle-aged men slowly realise the oblivion that is their future. Who doesn't like that? As Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon go on a tour of the North's most expensive restaurants, it's not quite clear whether they're playing or parodying themselves. And therein lies the joy.
Kasia Delgado, Radio Times, 15th November 2015Radio Times review
Teen dramas are often full of glossy, rich models, but it's good to have a dose of reality now and then. Sure, we all need escapism but this witty and moving series, starring Sharon Rooney, follows the life of Rae as she copes with body image issues, mental health problems and a complex family. Good for all humans, but especially any young adults who could benefit from a non-conformist role model...
Kasia Delgado, Radio Times, 15th November 2015Radio Times review
The ideal show for anyone who complains about how eccentric their family is. Because Caitlin and Caroline Moran's sitcom is about a loving, hilarious brood who are also really quite unusual. The show smashed taboos every week when it first aired -- and the destruction was a joy to witness. It's also about the universal, tricky experience of being a teenager. And a female one at that.
Kasia Delgado, Radio Times, 15th November 2015Radio Times review
[The boxset is] the perfect TV present for the masochists in your life. The agony of watching Mark, Jez and Super Hans navigate awkward situations is addictive and glorious. And part of that joy comes from the fact that we all recognise ourselves in the characters. So as the glorious show enters its final ever series, this is a perfect present for anyone who loves watching TV that makes them laugh -- and also want to die inside.
Kasia Delgado, Radio Times, 15th November 2015Car Share wins 4 gongs at RTS North West Awards
Peter Kay picked up four gongs at the RTS North West Awards for Car Share.
Royal Television Society, 15th November 2015Stewart Lee: The Sun gets a rise out of me
As I walked home past a decorated war memorial, the stirring began again, and I realised to my horror that accidentally viewing the image of the semi-naked woman on the Sun cover alongside their story on Corbyn and the Cenotaph had caused me to associate subconsciously Remembrance Day with mild sexual arousal.
Stewart Lee, The Guardian, 15th November 2015Videos
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Episode 10 - Vicious VegFlesh-eating plants and dancing flowers are featured in this week's show.