BCG Daily Tuesday 2nd April 2019
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Corden: 'chubby' actors are shut out of romantic roles
James Corden has criticised the exclusion of "chubby" people in films and on TV, saying they "never really fall in love... never have sex".
BBC, 2nd April 2019Review: Scott Agnew's "Work in Progress"
Having seen Agnew headlining the fellow Glasgow Comedy Festival show Commissioned earlier that same week, I was delighted to be able to get tickets to his "Work in Progress" show at the State Bar.
James Nixon, Mumble Comedy, 2nd April 2019Joe Lycett tackles your consumer complaints
Ahead of his new Channel 4 show in which he seeks justice for the aggrieved, the comic offers some sage advice.
Rich Pelley, The Guardian, 2nd April 2019Graham Norton to return as host for Bafta TV Awards
Graham Norton is to return as host for the 2019 Bafta Television Awards.
BBC, 2nd April 2019The Likely Lads creators on the unearthed episodes
As two lost episodes of the comedy classic are found - and released on DVD - Mark Braxton catches up with Bob and Terry's creators, Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais.
Mark Braxton, Radio Times, 2nd April 2019The Comedy About A Bank Robbery extended till 2020
The Comedy About a Bank Robbery today announces an extension of its Olivier Award-nominated show to run until Sunday 3 May 2020, as it celebrates its third birthday in the West End.
Broadway World, 2nd April 2019Review - David Kay at Glasgow Comedy Festival
Laconic comic avoids slickness in favour of heightened foolishness.
Jay Richardson, The List, 2nd April 2019Hundreds take part in 'silly walk' parade in Hungary
Hundreds of people took part in a Monty Python-inspired "silly walk" parade in the Hungarian capital Budapest to mark April Fools' Day.
BBC, 2nd April 2019Dave Fulton: Adapt, Adopt, Adapt Again review
As Dave Fulton acknowledges, this deeply emotive storytelling hour is a significant departure from his usual sardonically dismissive stand-up.
Jay Richardson, Chortle, 2nd April 2019Toby Jones failed his coach driving test three times
The Detectorists star talks Brexit, Bognor Regis -- and why his coach driving lessons hit a bump in the road.
Flora Carr, Radio Times, 2nd April 2019Interview: Tom Lucy
Tom Lucy discusses his upcoming tour and a 'surreal' call from comedy hero Michael McIntyre.
Angela Johnson, Entertainment Focus, 2nd April 2019I talk to Anna Morris
"I was a bit worried in series one that everyone thought she was a bitch..."
Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 2nd April 2019Why Still Game will be sorely missed
Scotland's best-loved sitcom has bowed out. Here's how its hilarious blend of Glasgow banter and bunnets captured a nation.
Megan Wallace, The Guardian, 2nd April 2019Still Game finale saw Jack & Victor bow out on a high
Jack and Victor's final stroll over the hill in Still Game was a subtle, touching and in many ways perfect ending to their 16-year love story.
The National (Scotland), 2nd April 2019William Andrews on his Unforgettable Five gigs
As William Andrews prepares to play London's Soho Theatre next week, here he recalls his most memorable gigs.
Chortle, 2nd April 2019Review - Shit-Faced Showtime: Oliver with a Twist
My verdict? Raucous, ridiculous fun, but with conspicuous gaps in the hilarity.
Ellen Casey, Mind the Blog, 2nd April 2019Why comedy is necessary
Comedy comes in all kinds of different forms, all with the common goal of triggering laughter and feelings of happiness. It may have started out very primitively but it has developed into an essential pillar of society, there are events, jobs, movies and many more that all use comedy as their platform to reach the world.
Deadline News, 2nd April 2019Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
Coach Karen's Half-Time Team Talk
Episode 2Polly's Dad makes an appearance in the dressing room with some very unwelcome advice to Karen.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 3 - Waffle The GuestWaffle tries to be a purr-fect house guest for Mrs Hobbs but he misses the Brooklyn-Bells.
Derry Girls
Series 2, Episode 5 - The PromJenny Joyce organises a 50s style prom but the girls are more intrigued by the arrival of a new girl at Lady Immaculate. Erin, Clare and Michelle are looking for prom dates but Orla has already got someone special in mind.
Home
Series 1, Episode 5Sami joins the black economy as a tutor but ends up getting much more than he bargained for.
...At The Stand
Fred At The Stand 2, Episode 1Fred MacAulay presents a showcase for comedians Ria Lina, Eshaan Akbar, Susan Riddell and Hal Cruttenden, recorded at The Stand Comedy Club in Glasgow.