BCG Daily Tuesday 19th June 2018
News
Features
Press clippings
Charlie Higson: Comedy sometimes needs to be offensive
Charlie Higson has said he believes comedy should sometimes be transgressive and offensive in order to be effective.
Yahoo, 19th June 2018The Graham Norton Show wins Televisual Bulldog Award
It won in the Quiz, Panel or Chat Show category.
Televisual, 19th June 2018Fleabag series 2 could shoot this summer
Fleabag series 2 might be inching closer to production, with a report suggesting that filming could resume on Phoebe Waller-Bridge's hilarious and heartbreaking series later this summer. The show is a co-production between BBC Three and Amazon Studios.
Rob Leane, Cult Box, 19th June 2018Adam Kay interview
From tragedy to comedy for former junior doctor turned best-selling author and performer.
Yvette Huddleston, The Yorkshire Post, 19th June 2018Christian Finnegan: the Edinburgh interviews 2018
Christian Finnegan interview.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 19th June 2018Faye Treacy: the Edinburgh interviews 2018
Faye Treacy interview.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 19th June 201815 Fringe comedy shows you should book now
August may feel a lifetime away, but it won't be long until Edinburgh Festival and Fringe season rolls around.
Alex Watson, Edinburgh Evening News, 19th June 2018Comedy review: Jon Culshaw
Although the Dead Ringers impressionist has a distinctive timbre, there appears to be almost no one he can't nail.
Dominic Maxwell, The Times, 19th June 2018Ten shows to catch before they get to the Fringe
Impress all of your theatre friends by being ahead of the curve this Fringe.
Alex Wood, What's On Stage, 19th June 2018James Corden on turning veggie, and more
When it comes to TV, the British chat show host is enjoying Ozark and The Handmaid's Tale - but what he's really obsessed with is a decent night's sleep.
Adam Tanswell, Radio Times, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Peter Michael Marino
Peter Michael Marino interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Michael Griffiths
Michael Griffiths interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Micky Overman
Micky Overman interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Milo McCabe
Milo McCabe interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Myq Kaplan
Myq Kaplan interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Narin Oz
Narin Oz interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Nathan Cassidy
Nathan Cassidy interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Nathaniel Metcalfe
Nathaniel Metcalfe interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Nick Dixon
Nick Dixon interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Norris & Parker
Norris & Parker interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Olivia Rhee
Olivia Rhee interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Paul Cox
Paul Cox interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Paul Flannery
Paul Flannery interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Paul Wady
Paul Wady interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Pelican
Pelican interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Rahul Kohli
Rahul Kohli interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Ray Fordyce
Ray Fordyce interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Rhys Nicholson
Rhys Nicholson interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Ross Voss
Ross Voss interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Russell Hicks
Russell Hicks interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018A piggy interview with Samantha Pressdee
Samantha Pressdee interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 19th June 2018'Oxbridge white blokes' have had their day
A young Monty Python would not get their big break on the BBC today because they are "six Oxbridge white blokes", the corporation's head of comedy has said as he launched a new drive for diversity.
Anita Singh, The Telegraph, 19th June 2018BBC would shun Monty Python and Goodies today
Shows like Monty Python that feature "six Oxbridge white blokes" would not be commissioned by the BBC today, the corporation's head of comedy has admitted.
Comedy stars from John Cleese and Eric Idle to Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie built successful television careers after honing their craft at Cambridge Footlights, but the national broadcaster is now looking for more diversity.
Matthew Moore, The Times, 19th June 2018Tim and Simon interview
An interview with podcasters Tim and Simon.
Why Did The Chicken?, 19th June 2018Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 5 - Incredible Duck TrekMummy duck is trying to lead her ducklings from their nest in Bitz's castle to the lake, but it's a long way, so Bitz and Bob help guide them there safely.
My Teenage Diary
Series 8, Episode 2 - John FinnemoreJohn Finnemore reads from his hilarious diary, which tells of his six months teaching English to school children in Poland.
Phil Ellis Is Trying
Series 1, Episode 3 - It's A Nice Day For A White Lightning WeddingPhil finds himself in a quandary when he is asked to organise a wedding at short notice, but finds himself falling in love with the bride.
Unexpected Fluids
Series 1, Episode 1 - Getting Wet With The SlumflowerGrab your umbrella, Riyadh & Alix are about to get proper wet with The Slumflower. Thanks to "Frank" and all the other brave anons for your stories of sex going wrong!