BCG Daily Saturday 27th October 2018
Press clippings
Comedy review: Abandoman Presents Pirate Radio
Having built a loyal following for his alter-ego Abandoman, [pRob Broderick's challenge has become keeping his unique brand of improvised rap comedy fresh. His skill at crafting witty rhymes off the cuff remains as impressive as ever, and the Irishman retains a garrulous charm that makes him easy to warm to. Yet after existing in a niche of essentially one for almost a decade, for returning audiences he no longer enjoys the degree of novelty he once did.
Jay Richardson, The Scotsman, 27th October 2018Sue Perkins interview
'My guiltiest pleasure? I like to dance to the BBC News 24 theme tune, preferably nude'.
Rosanna Greenstreet, The Guardian, 27th October 2018Vulcan 7, with Adrian Edmondson and Nigel Planer review
Whoever they play on stage, Planer and Edmondson are clearly not washed up just yet.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 27th October 2018How People Just Do Nothing struck comedy gold
From YouTube to a BAFTA and now a film, the old mates behind the BBC show have hit the big time.
Sam Wollaston, The Guardian, 27th October 2018The Bisexual: review
The Bisexual will hopefully be the start of dispelling the myths and stigma surrounding bisexuality, and will open people's eyes to the wonderfully diverse spectrum that is sexuality and gender.
Samantha Yates, Telly Binge, 27th October 2018Pickle Jar review
An enjoyable show that tries to address serious topics in the #MeToo era, but it's hard to judge how well that message is received.
Rob Warren, Everything Theatre, 27th October 2018TV & radio
11am60 min
Fighting Talk
Series 16, Episode 6Colin Murray acts as judge and jury as Martha Kelner, Spencer FC, Martin Kelner and Nish Kumar fight for punditry points whilst discussing the sporting stories of the week.
10:35pm65 min
The Jonathan Ross Show
Series 13, Episode 9 - Brendan O'Carroll, Chabuddy G, BoyzoneJonathan Ross is joined by the man behind Mrs Brown's Boys - Brendan O'Carroll. One of the biggest boybands of all time, Boyzone perform ahead of their farewell tour and Chabuddy G, star of the BAFTA award-winning comedy series People Just Do Nothing also guests.