BCG Daily Monday 9th April 2018
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Press clippings
Famalam's stars: 'We're the rap mixtape of comedy!'
Why are black sketch shows such a rarity in British comedy? As Famalam hits the screen, its team reveal why their show is perfect for the age of social media.
Lanre Bakare, The Guardian, 9th April 2018Sir Ken Dodd's last words to best friend Roy Hudd
Sir Ken Dodd told his best friend Roy Hudd that he would "never work again" just hours before he died aged 90.
The comedy icon confided in his friend the night before he passed away at his home in Liverpool on March 11.
Ed Riley, Daily Mail, 9th April 2018Interview: Daniel Sloss
Hitting bigger and harder than ever with spots on Conan, supporting Dave Chapelle, and in the middle of an international tour, Scottish comedian Daniel Sloss spoke with Victoria Nangle.
Victoria Nangle, The Latest, 9th April 2018Mel Giedroyc theatre interview
TV presenter and actress Mel Giedroyc explains why she's thrilled 2018 is, for her, the 'year of the boards'.
What's On Stage, 9th April 2018Desiree Burch interview
The LA-born, UK-based Desiree Burch is a rising star in both comedy and theatre circles, determined to keep offering audiences new and funny perspectives.
Arusa Qureshi, The List, 9th April 2018Happy 20th birthday The Stand
We meet two of the behind-the-scenes players keeping the laughs flowing through the iconic comedy club.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 9th April 2018Tom Lehrer at 90: why he's still as relevant today
I am one of those people who finds nothing more depressing than a song that is trying to make me happy; I have only to wake up to "What a Wonderful World" or "Walking on Sunshine" on the radio to be cast into gloom for the rest of the morning. What really cheers me up are songs about nuclear holocaust, venereal disease, racism, murder and drug dealers preying on children. So on behalf of all people of similarly depraved taste, let me salute our patron saint, the pianist, singer and songwriter Tom Lehrer, who is 90 today.
Jake Kerridge, The Telegraph, 9th April 2018Famalam, review
All hail Moses 'Motherf***in' Mountree of Midsomer.
Sarah Hughes, i Newspaper, 9th April 2018Aisling Bea is dating Michael Sheen
Michael Sheen is dating Irish comedian Aisling Bea -- who is the spitting image of his exes Sarah Silverman and Kate Beckinsale.
The Sun, 9th April 2018Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
Famalam
Series 1, Episode 1Watch the latest edition of William and Funke's over-raunchy morning chat show, and learn the secrets voodoo skills of Croydon's leading witch doctor Professor Lofuko.
How Does That Make You Feel?
Series 9, Episode 1Richard Fallon MP seems thus far to have avoided any major embarrassments on reality TV - but there is something in the offing that gives cause for alarm.
Ayres On The Air
Series 6, Episode 4 - HolidaysFeaturing sketches about choosing the perfect swimsuit, holiday one-upmanship, and how you know when it is time to get a bigger cabin.
Weekend Survivalist
Sitcom pilot about a man who heads into the wilderness.
The Unbelievable Truth
Series 20, Episode 2Richard Osman, Elis James, Sindhu Vee and Alan Davies are the panellists obliged to talk with deliberate inaccuracy on subjects as varied as Google, rugby, bananas and crabs.
Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit
Series 3, Episode 9Katherine Ryan and Phil Wang play five video games; Rayman, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Time Crisis 5, Bee Bee Q and special endgame Let's Get Freddie To Rumble.
Plebs
Series 4, Episode 1 - The AccidentFollowing a catastrophic industrial accident, the boys respond in their own ways: Marcus immediately seeks financial compensation, while Grumio prefers to 'go to seed' at home. Then Jason, a cheery out-of-work builder steps into their lives.
Russell Howard & Mum
USA Road Trip - Series 2, Episode 3 - Rocking Out In LARussell and his mum, Ninette, are in LA and they are ready to rock! They are enrolling in the Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp, where they have 48 hours to become full blown guitar heroes and perform their first ever gig in the heart of Hollywood. There is one snag, neither of them can play a note.
Plebs
Series 4, Episode 2 - The CriticDespite only being open a few days, the boys' bar receives a devastating '1 Fork' review from Athena, the leading food critic in Rome. Grumio invites her back for a re-match with his experimental new menu; while Jason can't stop hiring waitresses.