BCG Daily Friday 20th November 2015
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David Walliams & Edgar Wright make DreamWorks Animation
Edgar Wright has signed on to direct an animated film for DreamWorks Animation. The film, which he'll co-write with David Walliams, is centered on the concept of shadows.
Hollywood Reporter, 20th November 2015Michael McIntyre interview
Comedian talks fitness, family and what he has in common with Madonna.
The Sun, 20th November 2015Elis James on doing stand-up in Welsh
Elis James has shot his first stand-up special... in Welsh. Rhacs Jibiders will air on Welsh language channel S4C on December 19, with an English subtitled version available on BBC iPlayer the same day.
Jay Richardson, Chortle, 20th November 2015This week's new live comedy
Previews of Hal Cruttenden, Noel Fielding and Angela Barnes.
James Kettle, The Guardian, 20th November 2015Corbyn critic Robert Webb announces he has left Labour
Peep Show comedian says many members tell him he is not helping the party and he has decided to cancel his membership.
Nadia Khomami, The Guardian, 20th November 2015Comic Guz Khan to host BBC Asian Network show
A Coventry comedian who gave up his job as a teacher to follow his dreams is a step closer to become a household name. Guz Khan, known to most as Guzzy Bear, will become a BBC Asian Network presenter next Saturday, 28 November.
James Rodger, Coventry Telegraph, 20th November 2015Dara O'Briain interview
Funnyman Dara O'Briain is a TV regular both at home and in Britain, but said his first love would always be stand up comedy.
Elaine McCahill, Irish Herald, 20th November 2015BBC Radio New Comedy Awards 2015 review
If performing live to 7.5million Radio 2 listeners in the final of the BBC Radio New Comedy Award was daunting for any of the acts, it didn't show.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 20th November 2015Live review: BBC Radio New Comedy Awards final 2015
A review of the grand final.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 20th November 2015Matt Berry interview: My organ obsession...
Toast of London star Matt Berry discusses his collection of organs - which include those played by legendary rock stars.
The Big Issue, 20th November 2015Lunch with the FT: John Oliver
Over sushi in Manhattan, the satirical news anchor talks about failure in England, hosting his own US show and why he's not practising comedy as activism.
Matthew Garrahan, The Financial Times, 20th November 2015Don't let terrorists win TV: we need to make Dad's Isis
Chris Morris's Four Lions stands alone in its bonkers brilliance. Those who care about culture should end this silent surrender and make some risky TV.
Marina Hyde, The Guardian, 20th November 2015Patrick Kielty interview
Before he brings his nationwide tour Help to Bath, comedian Patrick Kielty tells us why he thinks of stand-up as therapy and how he feels about sharing his most personal moments with the world.
Bath Chronicle, 20th November 2015Videos
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10:45am15 min
How Does That Make You Feel?
Series 6, Episode 5Richard tells his therapist about his recent date at a Korean/Swedish fusion restaurant.
11:30am30 min
John Finnemore's Double Acts
Series 1, Episode 6 - Hot DeskFor a few minutes, twice a day, at precisely seven in the morning and seven in the evening, a receptionist and a security guard meet to swap ownership of a desk.
1:30pm30 min
Breaking The News
Series 2, Episode 6Host Des Clarke is joined by Phill Jupitus, Chitra Ramaswamy, Susan Calman and Alistair Barrie.
2pm180 min
BBC New Comedy Award
2015, Special - Grand FinalThe final for this year. Who will win? This episode will be broadcast live during Steve Wright in the Afternoon on Radio 2 (2pm - 5pm).
6:30pm30 min
The Now Show
Series 47, Episode 2Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis are joined by Freya Parker, John Robins, Mae Martin, Emily Taylor and Mitch Benn for a comic romp through the week's news.
6:30pm30 min
7:30pm30 min
Citizen Khan
Series 4, Episode 3 - Local HeroBaby Mohammad is having a few unsettled nights, and Shazia and Amjad are finding it difficult to cope with the lack of sleep. Meanwhile, Mr Khan tries to win a Pride of Birmingham award.
9:35pm30 min
Have I Got News For You
Series 50, Episode 7Regular team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Victoria Coren Mitchell and guest panellists Hal Cruttenden and Jacob Rees-Mogg.
10pm30 min
10pm65 min
Alan Carr: Chatty Man
Series 15, Episode 11 - Danny Dyer, Josh Widdicombe, Rita Ora, Fleur EastAlan's guests this week include actor Danny Dyer who talks about his book. Josh Widdicombe chats about his new BBC Three sitcom Josh, and pop star and X Factor judge Rita Ora pops in for a chat. Plus there's music from Fleur East performing her new single Sax live in the studio.
10:30pm30 min
Sam Delaney's News Thing
Episode 3 - TerrorismSam looks at how everyone on Facebook is planning to stop ISIS, Bobby Mair hunts down extremists in Chipping Norton, and human rights campaigner Peter Tatchell explains why our government is doing exactly what the terrorists want.
10:45pm50 min
The Graham Norton Show
Series 18, Episode 8 - Tom Hanks, Peter Capaldi, David Walliams, Duran DuranTom Hanks talks about Woody's run in with Disney lawyers, Peter Capaldi says Doctor Who needs a new companion, David Walliams reveals his latest book was inspired by his son, and Duran Duran perform live in the studio.
11pm30 min
BBC New Comedy Award
2015, DocumentaryMarcus Brigstocke takes a retrospective look at 20 years of the BBC Radio New Comedy Awards, featuring highlights from this year's final.