BCG Daily Saturday 5th August 2017
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Alexander Bennett: Edinburgh Fringe 2017 interview
A former 'most beautiful baby's smile' winner who's performing both a solo hour and hosting last years cult hit game show Hell to Play.
Laugh Out London, 5th August 2017Paul Chowdhry interview
He's not a TV favourite, but the actor and comedian has built one of the most diverse audiences of any current standup, partly through the subversive use of social media. Now he's written his most personal show yet - and is booked to play Wembley.
Emine Saner, The Guardian, 5th August 2017Dave Johns interview
'One minute I'm at a food bank, the next I'm being flown in a private plane'
Claire Smith, i Newspaper, 5th August 2017Preview - Billy Connolly: Portrait of a Lifetime
Originally broadcast on BBC Scotland, this programme looking into the life of one of Britain's greatest stand-up's reaches a national audience.
Ian Wolf, On The Box, 5th August 2017Our guide to the best stand-up shows
Some recommendations.
Rebecca Monks, Edinburgh Evening News, 5th August 2017Dave Johns on returning to the Fringe
Dave Johns's experience of playing the lead role in a multi-award-winning Ken Loach film has inspired him to share it with us, writes Kate Copstick.
Kate Copstick, The Scotsman, 5th August 2017Not to miss at Fringe: The Edinburgh Comedy Gala
The yearly highlight of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival will be the Comedy Gala. The Edinburgh Comedy Gala launched back in 2003 and has been making people snort unattractively ever since.
Verdict, 5th August 2017Hannah Gadsby on her award-winning comedy show Nanette
Her latest show won a major comedy award, so why is the Australian threatening to quit stand-up?
Claire Smith, The Scotsman, 5th August 2017Comedian Sayle almost walked away from career
The comedy artist tells Sky News why he almost left the business and what has brought him back to Edinburgh.
Katie Spencer, Sky News, 5th August 2017Edinburgh Festival should be in July says city leader
Edinburgh's new culture chief has called for a major shake-up of the city's main festivals to ensure they coincide fully with Scottish school holidays.
Brian Ferguson, The Scotsman, 5th August 2017Sean Kelly on bringing his show to the Edinburgh Fringe
How did a US Army soldier with top-secret clearance end up as the motormouth auctioneer in an international TV hit?
Alan Shaw, The Sunday Post, 5th August 2017EdFringe70 Interview: Alice Sainsbury
Take a heady voyage with four ancient Goddesses, Bambi, Debbie, Sindy and Mandy, as they attempt to navigate the choppy waters of modern dating, drug taking and social media ratings.
The New Current, 5th August 2017Interview: Christel Bartelse, All KIDing Aside
Through thoughtful and funny observations, while awaiting a pregnancy test, Bartelse shares her fears about becoming a mother, a possibility that comes as a surprise after years of thinking she was infertile.
The New Current, 5th August 2017Interview: Jake Mace, The Girl Who Loved Stalin
The Girl Who Loved Stalin pulls apart the modern perceptions of romance in an albeit roundabout way. The original script, written by Jake Mace, is blended with audience interaction and occasional improvisation alongside a biting satirical wit and many wild characters - all played by a cast of five.
The New Current, 5th August 2017EdFringe70 Interview: Leyla Josephine, Hopeless
Leyla Josephine is hopeless. She's had enough. She's been staying in bed all day, refusing to watch the news, eating full Viennettas at 1pm. She's been struggling through these difficult times.
The New Current, 5th August 2017Loyiso Gola on language
South African comedian Loyiso Gola says speaking Afrikaans freaks out the Dutch when he uses it in Holland.
Chortle, 5th August 2017+3 interview: Annie McGrath: Ambivert
"The cast is absolutely sensational- a real pleasure to work with."
Dan Lentell, Edinburgh49, 5th August 2017+3 interview: Sleeping Trees at the Movies
"...it'll be a different show each day for three days."
Dan Lentell, Edinburgh49, 5th August 2017+3 interview: Sisters: White Noise
"This year we're bringing our first full debut hour to the Pleasance Courtyard and we can't wait to put it in front of a Fringe audience."
Dan Lentell, Edinburgh49, 5th August 2017Ian Smith's picks his Perfect Playlist
'Every character is an idiot'
Ian Smith, Chortle, 5th August 2017Pat Cahill: Edinburgh Fringe 2017 interview
A must-see at every Fringe now, Pat Cahill is Simon Munnery's rightful heir to the crown for absurd, playful philosophizing, pushing comedy to its silliest limits.
Laugh Out London, 5th August 2017Stuart Laws: Edinburgh Fringe 2017 interview
A favourite of Laugh Out London for several years now, Stuart Laws has a dynamism and energy that can get any audience on board with his often absurd streams of thought.
Laugh Out London, 5th August 2017The Edinburgh interviews 2017: James Adomian
James Adomian is a highly acclaimed American stand up comedian and impressionist whose new show, Lacking In Character, explores the implications of being a gay man in Hollywood. Adomian will be performing at the Gilded Balloon throughout August.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 5th August 2017The Edinburgh interviews 2017: Rachel Jackson
Rachel Jackson's debut Edinburgh hour is described as 'part biopic, part therapy,' with the comic bringing her endearing openness along with hints of instability to effortlessly charm audiences. Jackson's show, Bunny Boiler, will be at the Pleasance Courtyard, Bunker 1, throughout August.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 5th August 2017Festival preview: Wild Bore
Wild Bore might show you some buttocks, but it won't give you a bum steer on bad reviews, Claire Smith discovers.
Claire Smith, The Scotsman, 5th August 2017Flo & Joan interview
The Dempsey sisters tell us about their hotly-anticipated new show.
Kevin Wight, The Wee Review, 5th August 2017+3 interview: Olaf Falafel
"The new show is more good clean stupid surreal fun."
Dan Lentell, Edinburgh49, 5th August 2017+3 interview: We Are Ian
"We're still sorta learning the ropes."
Dan Lentell, Edinburgh49, 5th August 2017+3 interview: Tamar Broadbent: Get Ugly
"...been here enough times to know to only pack waterproof shoes."
Dan Lentell, Edinburgh49, 5th August 2017+3 interview: Curse of the Mummy
"We were sick of going to auditions to be footballer number 5."
Edinburgh49, 5th August 2017An interview with Marina Margarita
Marina Margarita interview.
The Mumble, 5th August 2017What's the worst Fringe review you ever had?
Edinburgh comedians share their pain.
Chortle, 5th August 2017Harriet Kemsley: Edinburgh Fringe 2017 interview
Harriet is bad at doing a lot of life's simple tasks, but she is among the best at finding the funny in those failings and creating Edinburgh shows of real heart and humour.
Laugh Out London, 5th August 2017Interview: Alex Salmond
The Student got to sit down with former First Minister of Scotland and former SNP MP for Gordon Alex Salmond to talk about Alex Salmond... Unleashed, his show which is being produced by Cahoots Theatre Company. It features Mr Salmond (according to the Edinburgh Fringe website) "unleashed from the restraints of public office." We got to ask him about his show as well as some of his experiences of being in public office.
James Hanton, The Student Newspaper, 5th August 2017TW:TALKS with Rosie Wilby
Wilby explains how her music career led to comedy, talks us through her Edinburgh Fringe experiences to date, and tells us all about her new book.
ThreeWeeks, 5th August 2017Quick Quiz: Barry Cryer and Ronnie Golden
Today Barry Cryer and Ronnie Golden, Fringe legends who are in town for just two performances this year.
ThreeWeeks, 5th August 2017Interview with Asher Treleaven
Asher Treleaven takes some time to talk to Voice about Peter and Bambi Heaven, inspirations, and to give advice to young people.
Tom Inniss, Voice Magazine, 5th August 2017Interview with Patrick Turpin
Patrick Turpin interview.
Tom Inniss, Voice Magazine, 5th August 2017Interview with Funny Women Fest
Read an interview with the people behind Funny Women Fest, who talk about their show, and its importance in tackling misogyny.
Tom Inniss, Voice Magazine, 5th August 2017Interview with Frenchy
Frenchy takes some time to talk to Voice about the show, inspirations, and to give advice to young people.
Tom Inniss, Voice Magazine, 5th August 2017Interview with Annie McGrath
Annie McGrath takes some time to talk to Voice about the show, inspirations, and to give advice to young people.
Tom Inniss, Voice Magazine, 5th August 2017My First Edinburgh: Ed Byrne
Ed Byrne interview.
John Byrne, The Stage, 5th August 2017Phil Ellis recalls his unforgettable five shows
Don't leave me hanging...
Phil Ellis, Chortle, 5th August 2017Rob Cawsey: Edinburgh Fringe 2017 interview
Unhinged physical comedy on dating, sex and trying to find love.
Laugh Out London, 5th August 2017Fringe SOS: Otto & Astrid
The festivals are many things. But, mostly they are an exercise in survival. How is it possible to get to the end of August intact? Exclusively in Fest, Otto & Ingrid from Die Roten Punkte divulge their survival strategy.
Die Roten Punkte, Fest Mag, 5th August 2017Demi Lardner: "I just wanna get weirder"
The award-winning Australian comedian embarks on a surreal trip as a 46-year-old man named Gavin. George Sully joins Demi Lardner in the basement.
George Sully, Fest Mag, 5th August 2017Three To See 2017: Three helpings of musical comedy
This time three helpings of musical comedy.
Caro Moses, ThreeWeeks, 5th August 2017What's in a name? Just a few stars between comics
Kate Copstick looks at the highs, the lows and the whoas of comedy show titles at the Fringe.
Kate Copstick, The Scotsman, 5th August 2017Edinburgh Fringe day 4
Today, I saw the ferociously funny - and I do mean ferocious - Candy Gigi Present Becky Rimmer's Bat Mitzvah!...
John Fleming, John Fleming's Blog, 5th August 2017Dave Johns, Larry Dean & Colin Hoult previews
Previews of Dave Johns, Larry Dean and Colin Hoult.
i Newspaper, 5th August 2017Fringe fights for right to party amid corporate calm
Spectacular light show in New Town square has shut down smaller events and venues, say critics.
Vanessa Thorpe, The Guardian, 5th August 2017Review: A (Gay Disabled Transexual) Love Story...
A review of Stephen Keyworth's real-life inspired play A (Gay Disabled Transexual) Love Story Told to a Ticket Inspector at Alton Towers.
Yasmin Sulaiman, The Skinny, 5th August 2017Videos
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10:20am15 min
Little Roy
Series 2, Episode 14 - The Dancing O'BriensRoy and Becky practice ballroom dancing with Mr and Mrs Barker. They surprise Bill and Maura with this present at their wedding anniversary party. But when the time comes to perform, Roy is struck down by terrible stage fright and ends up freezing frame. Sad over letting his parents down, Roy finds a way to overcome his fears and finish the dance with Becky.
1pm30 min
Bennett Arron Worries About...
Series 2, Episode 2 - RegretBennett Arron worries whether he should have told his parents that he had been kicked out of Drama School, before they heard about it on the radio!
10:25pm30 min
Sam Delaney's News Thing
Episode 30 - Ann Widdecombe's News ThingGuest host Ann Widdecombe tries to keep the panel in order on Brexit, the NHS and the pay gap. And Daily Mail journalist Andrew Pierce gets told off for jeopardising EU negotiations. With Iain Lee, Zoe Lyons, Janice Atkinson and Francis 'the Viper' Higgins.