BCG Daily Saturday 25th June 2016
Press clippings
John Robins interview
John Robins talks about going on tour in The Elis James & John Robins Experience.
Ben Drummond, TV Rage, 25th June 2016EU referendum: cartoonist Gerald Scarfe sketches Brexit
Cartoonist Gerald Scarfe joined the BBC's Nick Robinson to sketch some politicians post-Brexit. He said "Farage is wonderful material", while portraying David Cameron[ as a pear.
Nick Robinson, BBC News, 25th June 2016Fringe preview: Mark Watson
I'm not quite sure why Mark Watson isn't a bigger star.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 25th June 2016Mum, series 1 review
This comedy is an exploration of a variety of humanity's biggest fears, spanning from bereavement and loneliness to relationships and family values. Humble and sympathetic, Mum presents a narrative that has plenty of scope to flourish within a second series.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 25th June 2016GM Fringe: Fast Fringe with Justin Moorhouse review
The premise is simple yet incredibly entertaining.
Donna Kelly, The Reviews Hub, 25th June 2016Review: Eddie Izzard, The Stand, Glasgow
After he ran 27 marathons in 27 days, there's a danger of becoming blasé about Eddie Izzard's comedic powers. But his evolving efforts to deliver stand-up in different languages are scarcely less remarkable.
Jay Richardson, The Scotsman, 25th June 2016Patrick Monahan interview
Stand up comedian, Patrick Monahan talks to Martin Walker about his latest Edinburgh offerings, 'That 80s Show' and 'Pub Quiz for Kids with Patrick Monahan'. And how does the Irish Iranian feel about Brexit?
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 25th June 2016Comic Bruce Morton weaves a tale about historic strike
Paisley's key role in the history of Scottish trade unionism is the background to a new play by stand-up comedian and actor Bruce Morton.
Natalie Waker, The Scotsman, 25th June 2016Videos
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Sam Delaney's News Thing
Highlights Special - Best Of News Thing 4Assuming we've still all got electricity, Sam will be back with a Brexit special next week. For now take your mind off imminent Armageddon with a selection of our favourite moments from 2016.