BCG Daily Friday 15th July 2016
Press clippings
Iain Stirling interview
You might not be familiar with Iain Stirling's face, but if you've watched a little show on ITV2 called Love Island, then his Scottish accent will be very familiar to you.
Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 15th July 2016Jake Yapp interview
After seven years away, Jake Yapp returns to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe with a brand new show, One In A Million.
Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 15th July 2016Birthday Girls interview
This year, Fringe favourites Birthday Girls return to Edinburgh with their third show, Sh!t Hot Party Legends.
Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 15th July 2016Damian Clark interview
Born in Australia, Damian Clark first came to Ireland in 2002 and from around 2005 has been entertaining audiences up and down the country with his stand-up.
Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 15th July 2016The Rebel preview
The Rebel is a welcome addition to Gold's ever-growing original comedy slate and Simon Callow is a wonderful actor and perfect for the role.
Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 15th July 2016Ed Gamble interview
From back hair to a leather trenchcoat, the comedian reveals the things that make him laugh the most.
Rachel Aroesti, The Guardian, 15th July 2016TV review: Wasted, E4
Hilarious slacker comedy starring Sean Bean, Danny Kirrane, Rose Reynolds, Gwyneth Keyworth and Dylan Edwards.
Katherine McLaughlin, The List, 15th July 2016Jordan Brookes: Edinburgh Fringe 2016 interview
One of the revelations of last year, Jordan Brookes was the name on most comedian's lips as for who to see at the 2015 Fringe. And there are plenty of good reasons why, combining sold joke telling with naturally funny physicality and deep, gnawing awareness.
Laugh Out London, 15th July 2016How to fail at the Edinburgh Fringe
I have been seeing a lot of previews recently and, earlier this week, I saw one which was fully written, rehearsed and well-performed. Unusually, the show was in a packed-to-overflowing venue and went down a storm. The audience LOVED it, as well they might, because it was skilfully crafted to appeal to them. And, as I watched it, I saw - minute by minute, second by second - an almost 100% Edinburgh Fringe disaster unfolding before me.
John Fleming, John Fleming's Blog, 15th July 2016A Quick Chat With... Cariad Lloyd
It looked like Cariad Lloyd wouldn't have room left on her CV for anything else.
Gavin Collinson, BBC Writersroom, 15th July 2016Five fast Fringe questions with...Andrea Hubert
With over 3000 shows at the world's biggest arts festival, here at The Reviews Hub, we want to make the job of choosing your Edinburgh Festival Fringe shows that little bit easier. So here's Andrea Hubert answering our annual Five Fast Fringe Questions.
The Reviews Hub, 15th July 2016Five fast Fringe questions with...Impromptunes
With over 3000 shows at the world's biggest arts festival, here at The Reviews Hub, we want to make the job of choosing your Edinburgh Festival Fringe shows that little bit easier. So here's Impromptunes answering our annual Five Fast Fringe Questions.
The Reviews Hub, 15th July 2016Podcast: Lynne Jassem 'Como to Homo'
In the 1950s, Lynne Jassem was a pre-teen with a successful TV career. Sixty years later she talks to Martin Walker about her Edinburgh show, 'From Como to Homo'. Her story is told with tap dancing, mime, physical comedy - and a song or two.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 15th July 2016BWW Q&A - In Tents and Purposes
We talk to the creators of In Tents and Purposes ahead of their run at the 2016 Edinburgh Fringe.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 15th July 2016BWW Q&A - Abi Roberts
BWW speaks to comedian Abi Roberts about her 2016 Edinburgh Fringe show Anglichanka.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 15th July 2016BWW Q&A - Andrea Hubert
BWW speaks to Andrea Hubert about her 2016 Edinburgh Fringe show Week.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 15th July 2016BWW Q&A - Bella Younger
BWW speaks to Bella Younger about her 2016 Edinburgh Fringe show Deliciously Stella.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 15th July 2016BWW Q&A - Phil Dunning
We speak to Phil Dunning about his 2016 Edinburgh Fringe show The People's Prince.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 15th July 2016BWW Q&A - Dame Nature
BWW speaks to Tim Bell about 2016 Edinburgh Fringe show Dame Nature: The Magnificent Bearded Lady.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 15th July 2016Piff the Magic Dragon interview
I was very lucky to be able to catch up with the amazing Piff the Magic Dragon ahead of his performance on the opening night of Just For Laughs London.
Ben Drummond, TV Rage, 15th July 2016Review: Nick Helm at Latitude 2016
No one who saw him in full unsettled mode, as in this afternoon's performance, can never forget him, for better or worse. There might be funnier, slicker, more consistent comedians at Latitude, but few so memorable.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 15th July 2016Roger Daltrey re-records 'My Generation' for The Rebel
The Who's Roger Daltrey has sung a new version of their classic '60's anthem My Generation for Gold's latest comedy, The Rebel starring Simon Callow.
Doug Lambert, ATV Today, 15th July 2016How a cartoon came to life
Andrew Birch explains how his strip about an elderly hooligan in 'The Oldie' has been turned into a TV sitcom.
Andrew Birch, i Newspaper, 15th July 2016Simon Callow interview
"I think this show speaks for the older generation who hate feeling that they're being sidestepped."
Lisa Sewards, Daily Mail, 15th July 2016Chris Forbes Q&A - Edinburgh Fringe 2016
Interview with Chris Forbes.
Short Com, 15th July 2016Tom Ballard Q&A - Edinburgh Fringe 2016
Interview with Tom Ballard.
Short Com, 15th July 2016Spencer Jones Q&A - Edinburgh Fringe 2016
Interview with Spencer Jones.
Short Com, 15th July 2016Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
Breaking The News
Series 4, Episode 1Host Des Clarke is joined by comedians Tiffany Stevenson, Raymond Mearns and Keiron Nicholson plus author Val McDermid for a satirical swipe at the week's big news.
Scream Street
Series 1, Episode 23 - The Zombie Body ShopOtto's latest money-making scheme consists of stealing zombie body parts and selling them back. It ends up with him and the gang being mobbed by angry zombies. Can they find a way to escape and stop the zombies from tearing them all limb from limb?
Dead Ringers
Series 16, Episode 5It's a momentous week for Theresa May as she makes her first appearance on Dead Ringers as Prime Minister. Ministers sacked, the Labour party in meltdown, Brexit fears remain unabated this is a fabulous time for Laura Kuenssberg, Andrew Neil, Robert Peston, Jon Snow, Andrew Marr, Kirsty Wark , Hugh Edwards, all feeding off the trough of political failure.
The Last Leg
Series 8, Episode 6The final episode of the current series of the award-winning topical comedy show. The team are joined by guest Katherine Ryan.
BBC New Comedy Award
2016, Episode 5 - Heat 5Ten new comedians perform in the fifth heat from The Glee Club, Cardiff, hosted by Rhod Gilbert.
Artsnight: A Tribute To Carla Lane
BBC Two's Artsnight pays tribute to comedy writer Carla Lane.