BCG Daily Monday 17th October 2016
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On The Hour: revisiting a brilliant radio comedy
Armando Iannucci & Chris Morris' BBC Radio 4 news spoof not only gave rise to Alan Partridge but also launched countless comedy careers.
Andrew Blair, Den Of Geek, 17th October 2016Harry Hill writing new musical?
Hill's first musical I Can't Sing! played the Palladium in 2014.
Ben Hewis, What's On Stage, 17th October 2016Al Murray review
There's no doubt that Murray is a talented comedian but now that his rallying cry of "back off Brussels" has come true, his alter-ego seems to be stuck in no man's land. Is it time to call last orders on The Pub Landlord or can he surprise us with a late night lock-in?
Donna Kelly, The Reviews Hub, 17th October 2016Bill Bailey interview
British comedian Bill Bailey is back in Australia for an epic three-month tour for his new show, Larks in Transit. He chats to ABC News Breakfast about Stephen Fry, QI, and the "calamitous act of self-harm" that was Brexit.
ABC News (Australia), 17th October 2016Still Game interview
Still Game's Ford Kiernan and Greg Hemphill on the hit show's timeless nature - and why they want to make everyone happy.
The Big Issue, 17th October 2016Jo Brand interview
Jo Brand on being a nihilistic teenager, her 'humiliating' stage debut - and the most important thing in life.
Adrian Lobb, The Big Issue, 17th October 2016Victoria Wood statue to be of Bren
Fans of Victoria Wood have voted for her memorial statue to depict Bren, the character she portrayed in the BBC sitcom dinnerladies.
BBC News, 17th October 2016Yonderland review
Great news! Yonderland continues to be basically the best thing on television.
Sami Kelsh, Cult Box, 17th October 2016Al Porter reveals he struggles with loneliness
The Tallaght funny-man never wants his audience to 'feel like that' when he's on stage.
Sylvia Pownall, Dublin Live, 17th October 2016John Thomson: my depression helped me play Pete
The star of ITV's comedy drama explains why he likes the "darker side of things".
Michael Hodges, Radio Times, 17th October 2016Michael Brunstrom interview
Many people debate the use of the term "alternative comedian". Does it actually mean anything anymore when someone who would have been considered an "alternative comedian" can sell out the Apollo? Someone who does fit definition in the truest sense of the word is Michael Brunström. A true alternative in the sense that there's nobody like him on the circuit.
Laugh Out London, 17th October 2016
Eric Morecambe's widow burgled as she unveils statue
Burglars struck while Eric Morecambe's widow was unveiling a new statue paying tribute to her husband and his sidekick...
Blackpool Gazette, 17th October 2016Prevenge - review
Prevenge was screened in the 'laughs' comedy strand of the London Film Festival, but the humour in Alice Lowe's directorial debut most definitely of the jet-black tone. Its tone is bleak and unnerving, with only the occasional dry comic moment offering relief from the brutal actions of its serial-killing anti-heroine, Ruth.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 17th October 2016Cold Feet episode 7 recap
Pete embraces mindfulness, David anticipates a jail term but it's mainly all about Adam and Tina.
Ben Dowell, Radio Times, 17th October 2016Cold Feet recap: episode seven
Pete's the new Gwyneth Paltrow, David's officially a snake - and Adam's finally registered the romance every Cold Feet 2.0 fan has seen since the start.
Sam Wollaston, The Guardian, 17th October 2016Videos
Online
Podcasts
TV & radio
7:20am15 min
Little Roy
Series 1, Episode 6 - Stormy Nighty KnightThere's a storm brewing outside and it's making everyone jumpy. When the lights go out, Roy whirls into a cartoon panic!
10:45am15 min
Incredible Women
Series 5, Episode 1 - AstridJeremy spends 24 hours in the company of Astrid the robot to see whether he can distinguish her from a real woman.
11:30am30 min
Lemn Sissay's Origin Stories
Episode 3 - Is it a Bird?The poet finds common ground with Superman, comparing how he concealed his feelings to fit in as a child with Clark Kent keeping his special powers a secret.
6:30pm30 min
The Unbelievable Truth
Series 17, Episode 3David Mitchell is joined by Tony Hawks, Richard Osman, Clive Anderson and Vicki Pepperdine as they lie on the subjects of chairs, medicine, prisons and video games.
6:45pm15 min
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 47 - Thanks A Minion!Penfold's chances of winning a Sidekickie award are in peril when Stiletto attempts to snatch the prize. Greenback plots to destroy the world with termites, and DM gets overly enthusiastic.
9pm60 min
10pm30 min
Morgana Robinson's The Agency
Episode 4At Mann Management, Vincent is fielding calls from Fearne Cotton - who sees television show ideas everywhere she looks.
10pm30 min
Drifters
Series 4, Episode 2 - The Third WayMeg is struggling to make a go of her relationship with dependable but boring Andrew, Laura tries to dump Gary for good this time, and Bunny becomes a relationship guru. Maybe Hot and Cold has the solution to all this relationship drama when he explains to Meg about the Third Way. No need to be tied down by labels, we should all sleep with whoever we want.