BCG Daily Monday 26th February 2018
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Morecambe and Wise: Rescuing a 'lost' film
An old BBC broadcast of Morecambe and Wise from 1968 has been restored using a groundbreaking new technique. Once thought unsalvageable by experts, the badly damaged old film was scanned using X-rays, then an algorithmic reconstruction method was used to digitally reconstruct the images. Now they have 30 seconds of restored film which can be seen for the first time in decades.
BBC, 26th February 2018Ross Noble wins What's On Stage Award
Ross Noble has won Best Supporting Actor in a Musical for his role as Igor in Young Frankenstein at the eighteenth What's On Stage Awards.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 26th February 2018I talk to: Paul Chahidi
This Country was the breakthrough comedy hit of 2017 and this week the series returns to BBC Three with Paul Chahidi returning as. Rev. Francis Seaton aka the Vicar.
Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 26th February 2018Irish stars remember Dermot Morgan, who 20 years ago
He died nearly 20 years ago - yet Dermot Morgan was still making people laugh last night.
Cillian O'Brien and Mikie O'Loughlin, The Irish Mirror, 26th February 2018Interview: Sara Pascoe
Comedian, author, actress, singer, playwrite - Sara Pascoe is the quadruple threat. She speaks exclusively with Victoria Nangle about her new show LadsLadsLads, sisters, and Taskmaster.
Victoria Nangle, The Latest, 26th February 2018Rich Hall's Hoedown review
A deadpan delight of stand-up and toe-tapping Americana.
Kevin Ibbotson-Wight, The Wee Review, 26th February 2018Louise Reay libel case is no joke for comedians
Reay's defence is that of the comedian's right to freedom of speech. But her ex-partner claims that portions of her act constituted a public accusation of misconduct against him. The results of the trial will surely have repercussions for all comedians.
Ian Wilkie, The Conversation, 26th February 2018Review: Finding Your Feet
Finding Your Feet manages to transcend some of its more egregiously patronising and cringeworthy moments thanks to deeply felt performances by Imelda Staunton and Celia Imrie.
Alistair Harkness, The Scotsman, 26th February 2018Stars warn 'shadow of death' will loom over new series
Still Game's fans have been warned that "the shadow of death looms large" in the new series of the hit comedy - as its creators admitted they have been tempted to place secret bets on who is going to be killed off.
Brian Ferguson, The Scotsman, 26th February 2018This Country Series 2 Episodes 1 & 2 review
Series 2 begins with Kerry and Kurtan telling us how "loads has happened" since we were last with them. Of course this isn't true, and Kurtan has evidently suppressed his ambitions of going to college. He has, however, got himself a girlfriend, but the relationship is already showing signs of wavering. Baffled by her annoyance when he casually turns off his phone for two days, Kurtan is far from boyfriend material.
Sophie Davies, Cult Box, 26th February 2018Sherrie Hewson interview
Benidorm's Sherrie Hewson reveals she hasn't been on a date in four years and doubts she'll ever find love after seven years on her own.
Sue Crawford, The Sun, 26th February 2018Are we set for a resurgence in right-wing comedy?
A new generation of right-wing comics are taking on the left - but can they avoid guilt by association?
Rohan Banerjee, The New Statesman, 26th February 2018Lee Mack complains about alcohol adverts
Lee Mack nearly pulled the plug on sitcom Not Going Out in a row about his work "being used to sell booze".
Radio Times, 26th February 2018Timothy Spall interview
Finding Your Feet star Timothy Spall on finding out he had leukaemia - and the 'uncomfortable' feeling of being famous and unemployed.
The Big Issue, 26th February 2018Interview: Imelda Staunton
Imelda Staunton has been baking soda bread, lots of it. And binge watching Peaky Blinders. Having a rest.
Janet Christie, The Scotsman, 26th February 2018Alan Carr films scenes for Hollyoaks
Alan Carr has filmed some scenes for an upcoming episode of Hollyoaks.
Metro, 26th February 2018This Country, Series 2 review
Another welcome chance to keep it real with our lovable country cousins.
Benji Wilson, The Telegraph, 26th February 2018Sharon Horgan interview
Comedy star Sharon Horgan reveals secrets to her overwhelming success - but admits she still struggles to believe in her abilities.
The Irish Sun, 26th February 2018Loaded probably won't get a second series
If you were a fan of Channel 4's sitcom Loaded last year, we have some bad news if you were waiting for series two.
Ian Sandwell, Digital Spy, 26th February 2018Shakespeare & Hathaway review
A nice, cosy drama full of cliches.
Benji Wilson, The Telegraph, 26th February 2018Videos
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10am25 min
This Country
Series 2, Episode 1 - Random Acts Of KindnessKerry has turned over a new leaf and is trying to give back to her community. Meanwhile, Kerry's cousin Kurtan is coming to terms with his decision not to go to Swindon College - and is struggling to get back in to the swing of village life.
11:30am30 min
To Hull And Back
Series 3, Episode 2 - Stockholm SyndromeSophie tries to find some new customers for the salon. However, she unwittingly attracts the attention of some animal rights activists who are looking for somewhere to protest.
2:15pm45 min
Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators
Series 1, Episode 1 - O Brave New WorldFrank Hathaway finds an unlikely partner in Lu Shakespeare when the pair are thrown together to catch a killer and clear Lu's name.
2:15pm45 min
Twenty Four Hours From Tulse Hill
Would-be writer Mark and artist Lisa long to escape from their uncreative lives as estate agents. A chance encounter with a wealthy client offers them an unexpected ray of hope.
5:20pm10 min
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 1, Episode 1 - Meeting WaffleEvie's mum, Jess, has just married Doug's dad, Simon. The new family get home to discover a lost puppy hiding in their wedding presents. Evie wants to keep him and call him Waffle.
6:30pm30 min
Just A Minute
Series 80, Episode 2Nicholas Parsons invites Shappi Khorsandi, Jo Caulfield, Julian Clary and Paul Merton to speak for 60 seconds on the subjects like Chicken Nuggets, Cowboys and The Grand Canyon.
6:30pm30 min
Splott
Episode 1 - The DateThis week, Mandy decides to get back in the dating game, where a blast from the past seems too good to be true...
10pm60 min
Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit
Series 3, Episode 3Matt Forde and Jessica Knappett play five video games; Gauntlet, The Sims, Need For Speed, Headmaster VR and special endgame Jurassic Lark in a bid to become this week's Champions.
10pm30 min
Two Doors Down
Series 3, Episode 5 - Party PiecesLosing the pub quiz is the starting point for an evening of revelations, from past career aspirations, to surprising party pieces.