BCG Daily Wednesday 26th April 2017
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Press clippings
Sophie Willan review
Flashes of tenacious positivity illuminate a gleeful set that ranges over Willan's troubled early years in care, from teenage delinquency to a run-in with Santa.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 26th April 2017Forever FM taken off air
Steve Penk announced today that he's dropped the project and pulled the station after an objection was raised against him using the station name "Forever FM".
Radio Today, 26th April 2017James Acaster on his Trelogy tour
James Acaster is on the road with a re-cap of his three Edinburgh award-nominated shows.
Ben Williams, The Nottingham Post, 26th April 2017Video: Ellie Taylor talks about The Nightly Show
It's fair to say that The Nightly Show wasn't exactly a hit for ITV, and Ellie Taylor, who appeared served as a guest announcer, has now shared her theory on how it could be improved.
The Huffington Post, 26th April 2017This Country, Series 1 review
This Country expertly leaves certain things unsaid, creating an interestingly discomforting mood.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 26th April 2017Stand-Up is the ultimate lesson in common ground
We chatted to some stand-up comedians to find out their secrets to making the audience feel connected with one another.
Jennifer Barton, The Huffington Post, 26th April 2017The Comedy Happening review
Phil Nichol was the headliner, and Bobby Davro was the most famous name on the bill. But the comedian who'll be best remembered from this Comedy Happening gig was the relatively unknown Chris McGlade. 'Relatively unknown' for not much longer, I'd wager.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 26th April 2017Machynlleth: the best festival you've never heard of
James Acaster has a message for anyone reading this article and thinking of going to the Machynlleth Comedy Festival. "Do not go to the Machynlleth Comedy Festival."
Ben Williams, i Newspaper, 26th April 2017Sharon Horgan and Phoebe Waller-Bridge interview
A chat with Catastrophe's Sharon Horgan and Fleabag's Phoebe Waller-Bridge.
Entertainment Weekly, 26th April 2017Videos
TV & radio
Murder In Successville
Series 3, Episode 2 - A Murder In Ye Olde SuccessvilleThis week we're thrown back in time to Victorian Successville where guest rookie Martin Kemp is tasked with solving the very first murder in Successville. Rita Ora has been found slayed in an alley and DI Sleet and Kemp are tasked with retracing her last steps around the cobbled streets of Successville.
Believe It!
Series 3, Episode 3 - LegacyAfter a recent brush with death, Richard considers the legacy he will leave behind.
Tonight At The London Palladium
Series 4, Episode 2Tonight's bill sees the cast of hit musical Half A Sixpence, music from James Blunt, Louisa Johnson, and Grammy and Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson, the hair-raising sword skills of Samurai Hayashi, plus British street dance champions Notorious share their trophy-winning talent on the hallowed London Palladium stage.
Benidorm
Series 9, Episode 8Concerns for Liam's wellbeing leads to confusion and rubbish exam results makes Rob question his future. Suspicion surrounds Malcolm's identity and Kenneth is intent on an expose. Eddie's bad news from home falls on deaf ears.
Drunk History
Series 3, Episode 8Ashley Walters and Mark Benton star in Judi Love's mortal tale of Charles I's downfall. Miles Jupp takes on Operation Mincemeat with Jack Howard and Dean Dobbs as the WW2 heroes.
Tom Parry's Fancy Dressed Life
Episode 4 - TexasIt is the final party of the year, and Tom is off to a wedding. Can a sweepstake, some cowboy boots and a little bit of line dancing end Tom's fancy-dressed year on a high?
Beef And Dairy Network
Series 1, Episode 1We interview Dr David Pin from the European Space Agency about the possibility of cows on Mars, and hear your letters about getting too attached to meat beasts.