BCG Daily Wednesday 18th November 2015
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Lincolnshire funny-men launch comedy academy in Lincoln
Award-winning actor, writer and comedian, Ben Keaton has teamed up with fellow comedian and businessman Paul Mutagejja to create The Lincoln Comedy Academy.
Linconshire Echo, 18th November 2015Toast of London Series 3 preview
In later episodes, as RadioTimes.com has previously revealed, we also meet Steven's Dad in the form of Brian Blessed and Toast gets a charisma lesson from Mad Men star Jon Hamm.
Ben Dowell, Radio Times, 18th November 2015Camden Comedy Club celebrates a storming first year
The Camden Comedy Club is celebrating a successful first year during which it has established itself as one of London's most popular funny venues.
Zoe Paskett, Ham & High, 18th November 2015BBC to cut entertainment and comedy
Comedy, entertainment and factual programming at the BBC will be hit by a £12m spending cut , but the corporation said it would use money saved from dropping The Voice to making homegrown Saturday night shows.
Jasper Jackson, The Guardian, 18th November 2015Why there's a bit of Hyacinth Bucket in all of us
In the week the BBC announced it was reviving Keeping Up Appearances, Debora Robertson celebrates the little bit of Hyacinth that blossoms in us all.
Debora Robertson, The Telegraph, 18th November 2015Why Toast of London is so funny
The misadventures of actor and would-be lothario Steven Toast return for a third series. And it is as uproariously absurd as ever.
Hannah J Davies, The Guardian, 18th November 2015Seven questions with... Luke Toulson
October's Comedian Of The Month, Luke Toulson, is an immediately likeable stand up comedian, with his relaxed and casual delivery enabling him to secure an immediate audience connection. Undeniably slick yet simultaneously coming across as sincere, Toulson is a comic who excels on the live circuit.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 18th November 2015Josh Widdicombe and Tom Craine debate TV flatmates
The writers of Josh debate on the best and worst TV flatmates.
Josh Widdicombe and Tom Craine, BBC Blogs, 18th November 2015Super Hans' real name revealed - or do they?
Writers Sam Bain and Jesse Armstrong say the truth might not be so simple, even though series nine episode two appears to confirm his real name.
Huw Fullerton, Radio Times, 18th November 2015Toast of London, Channel 4, review: 'surreal'
You know your quirky little comedy has become A Pretty Big Deal when Lorraine Kelly agrees to appear in it.
Isabel Mohan, The Telegraph, 18th November 2015Lenny Henry reiterates his call for greater diversity
Eighteen months after he first sounded the alarm on black and minority ethnic representation in TV, the actor calls on Ofcom to take responsibility for industry standards.
Richard Vine, The Guardian, 18th November 2015Have you been watching: You, Me and the Apocalypse?
This increasingly addictive, end-of-the-world show is full of intricate plotting and great sight gags, but also manages to be a moving drama about loneliness.
Sarah Hughes, The Guardian, 18th November 2015Toast of London, TV review
Yes it's silly, childish and crude, but Matt Berry and co deserve to be celebrated.
Amy Burns, The Independent, 18th November 2015Josh, episode 2: Mum & Dad review
Continuing on from last week's debut, Josh Widdicombe's new sitcom seems to becoming something of a damp squib, despite some good guest appearances.
Ian Wolf, On The Box, 18th November 2015Toast of London: Matt Berry is as funny as ever
Judging from what we were shown at the screening I have a feeling that this might be the most accomplished series of Toast so far. With all the jokes hitting the right notes and the high level of respectable guest stars I do feel that Toast of London is fast becoming one of Channel 4's most reliable shows and I'll definitely be watching even if I can't always hear exactly what Clem Fandango is saying.
Matt, The Custard TV, 18th November 2015Scott Gibson interview
Comedian Scott Gibson battles back from brain aneurysm to embark on solo tour.
Lewis McKenzie, The Herald, 18th November 2015Trevor and Simon interview
"Looking back, we're a little bit surprised at some of the things we got away with".
Paul Kirkley, Radio Times, 18th November 2015The sneering hatred of today's so-called comics
Remember when comedians were all about making us laugh? Nowadays they seem more interested in making us feel like morons. They don't so much crack jokes as crack our heads together, like schoolteachers ticked off with their silly pupils.
Brendan O'Neill, Daily Mail, 18th November 2015Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
How Does That Make You Feel?
Series 6, Episode 3Caroline has found a new niche - a 'cruelty aunt' role on a local newspaper. This has met with mixed success.
The Lentil Sorters
Episode 2 - Multi-Parameter Database SearchA database linking of Ribena and MI5 makes Graham reach for his stress cardigan. Also, Jane Austen and a brick.
Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups
Series 3, Episode 1 - Broadband On The RunTom and his dad fret about some potentially uncomfortable brushes with the law, while his mum prepares for the arrival of a new lodger.
You, Me And The Apocalypse
Episode 87 days to go. With seven days to go until the predicted end of the world, Jamie seriously underestimates Ariel's intelligence when the pair come face to face in uncertain circumstances.
Ankle Tag
Pilot, Episode 0 - The BeginningNew parents Gruff and Alice's lives are disrupted when Gruff's dad appears on their doorstep unexpectedly, wanting to stay.
Peep Show
Series 9, Episode 2 - Gregory's BeardJez's life coaching career is going well and it seems a new client could bring more to his life than just a steady source of money. Super Hans in the meantime is getting ready for his wedding day...
Josh
Series 1, Episode 2 - Mum & DadIn this week's episode, Josh goes on a date with Lily an old classmate who used to be the 'hottest girl in school'.
Toast Of London
Series 3, Episode 1 - Over The MoonLive on chat show Lorraine Toast tells a tale that could not only topple the US Government but also destroy the entire world. Meanwhile, he's got an outdoor production of Macbeth to prepare for.
Little Lifetimes By Jenny Eclair
Series 2, Episode 1 - Lorna's HolidayAs Lorna recuperates in a five star hotel in Dubrovnik she acidly observes the two families staying in the villa next door, but what she sees threatens her own future as well as theirs.