BCG Daily Friday 7th December 2018
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Press clippings
Vic & Bob's Big Night Out: review
It's taken Bob 30 years to get his name alongside Vic's on the Big Night Out but now, as a cult hero in his own right, he not only deserves equal billing but an equal share of the credit.
Telly Binge, 7th December 2018Best comedy books and DVDs of 2018
There are lashings of laughter for Christmas. Bruce Dessau rounds up the pick of the comedy crop on screen and on the page.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 7th December 2018Duchess of Sussex inspires BBC musical comedy
The BBC has announced plans for a radio musical comedy based on the life of the Duchess of Sussex.
The Irish News, 7th December 2018Bill Bailey: Larks In Transit in the West End review
Bill Bailey must surely warrant national treasure status by now.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 7th December 2018Jessie Cave: Sunrise interview
Funny Women editor Kate Stone caught up with Jessie to talk about her show, face pillows and oversharing...
Kate Stone, Funny Women, 7th December 2018Danny Dyer hosts Have I Got News for You, review
"I forgot how highbrow this f***ing show is." So said guest host Danny Dyer on Have I Got News For You (BBC One). The EastEnders star's industrial language and nimble natural wit made for an uproarious installment of the hoary old satirical quiz.
Michael Hogan, The Telegraph, 7th December 2018Review: Burke And Hare at Jermyn Street Theatre
Step from twinkling Regent Street into the mist-shrouded streets of 1928 Edinburgh; Bodysnatching duo Burke and Hare is an interesting premise for a black comedy, and is skilfully carried out at Jermyn Street Theatre.
Belinda Liversedge, Londonist, 7th December 2018The Favourite
While based on real historical events, the film certainly indulges in the sensational.
Time Magazine, 7th December 2018Videos
TV & radio
Jo Brand: Born Lippy
Episode 5 - Being DifferentJo Brand turns advice giver in a typically irreverent guide to life.
The Cold Swedish Winter
Series 4, Episode 3 - EqualityLast week, Geoff launched himself onto the job market. This week he struggles to get his head round the differences between British and Swedish attitudes to gender issues. His son wants to be a witch, his family accuse him of being a male chauvinist and his brother-in-law the Death Metal fan, Anders, is too frightened to ask the love of his life for a date.
Breaking The News
Series 11, Episode 8Des is joined by Andrew Maxwell, Kirsty Wark, Susan Riddell and Stuart Mitchell.
Holding Back The Tide
Series 2, Episode 4 - Selling The CapstanWhen the local tearoom is threatened with takeover by a major coffee chain The Breck Howe Preservation Society decide to take direct action to save it; John Hector has big ideas but unsurprisingly things don't go to plan.
Dead Ringers
2018 Christmas Specials, Episode 1Satire and impressions from Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey, Lewis Macleod and Debra Stephenson.
Josh Berry's Fake News
Series 1, Episode 4Join impressionist Josh Berry as he says - forget the facts - it's fake news!
Have I Got News For You
Series 56, Episode 9Ian and Paul return for another look at the headlines, with guest host Danny Dyer and panellists Sara Pascoe and Judy Murray.
Dave's Advent Calendar
Episode 7 - Battle Of The Buffet With Kerry HowardKerry Howard on how to keep family and friends away from the sacred Christmas buffet.
The Last Leg
Series 15, Episode 8Joe Lycett and Rosie Jones join the regulars to help dissect the week's events and talking points.
The Mash Report
Series 2, Episode 6In the last episode of the series, Nish and Catherine Bohart address the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement and Northern Irish border; Rachel looks at MPs' PR disasters and public funding shortfalls; and Geoff Norcott investigates businesses aligning themselves with the latest popular causes and politically correct issues.
The State Of It
Episode 1 - PilotRobert Florence hosts a comedy show taking a look at the state of Scotland and the world right now, with explosive sketches, satirical animation and new Scottish comic talent.
The Graham Norton Show
Series 24, Episode 10 - Matthew McConaughey, John Cena, Hailee Steinfeld, Jamie Oliver, Mark Ronson, Miley CyrusMatthew McConaughey talks about his mum's film idea, John Cena dead lifts Graham, Hailee Steinfeld says she dived into the 80s, Jamie Oliver talks Italian, and Mark Ronson and Miley Cyrus perform together live in the studio.
Ministry Of Justice
Episode 2The Ministry tackles Britain's problem with weapons and sells some overpriced tickets to see a ticket tout.