BCG Daily Tuesday 22nd October 2019
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Charlie George talks faith and identity
"We can find the meaning together!"
Blizzard Comedy, 22nd October 2019
Reece Shearsmith and Steve Pemberton on Gogglebox
The League Of Gentlemen stars Reece Shearsmith and Steve Pemberton will make their debut on Celebrity Gogglebox this Friday.
Channel 4, 22nd October 2019
TV Review: Dave Gorman: Terms And Conditions Apply
It's never less than amusing and the show comes into its own during a section on infomercials where we see a shovel put to some rather violent use.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 22nd October 2019
Fans' fury as Jim Davidson gig pulled with minutes left
Jim Davidson fans have been left fuming after a gig was pulled with less than an hour to go.
Chortle, 22nd October 2019
David Baddiel on God, gags and being trolled
The comedian has written his first play - on whether science can prove that the Almighty exists. But first, there are some hecklers to deal with...
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 22nd October 2019
How Shaun the Sheep went interstellar for Farmageddon
Shaun the Sheep is Britain's most famous movie star. With his second feature film Farmageddon seeing the globe-conquering creature going to infinity and beyond, we caught up with directors Richard Phelan and Will Becher plus veteran Aardman producer Paul Kewley to discuss the secrets of Shaun's appeal.
Steven MacKenzie, The Big Issue, 22nd October 2019
Live review: Ali Macofsky, Omid Singh, Helen Bauer
I bought tickets for Ali Macofsky expecting to see a full show from the comedian as that's what the page on Angel Comedy's website suggested it would be, but in fact we were presented with only half an hour from the US comedian, with Helen Bauer doing an opening fifteen and Omid Singh rushing through a quick eight minutes. Which in some way is a bit frustrating, for reasons I'll get on to soon.
Alex Finch, Comedy To Watch, 22nd October 2019
Mythbusting: 5 myths about Edinburgh Fringe challenged
There is a lot of preconceived notions of what Edinburgh Fringe is and isn't! I'm here to put some of those ideas to bed.
Mary Strickson, Voice Magazine, 22nd October 2019
Stath bares all about life as UK's worst lettings agent
It's not often that the property world inspires a BAFTA-nominated sitcom, so we took notice when the second series of Channel 4's Stath Lets Flats hit our screens in August and September.
Rightmove, 22nd October 2019
Nina Conti: working with puppets makes her feel safe
Ventriloquist comedian Nina Conti usually lets a primate puppet do all the talking. But ahead of her upcoming Australian tour, she chats to Joe Dolan about finding her own voice through the cheeky chimp.
Joe Dolan, The Music, 22nd October 2019
Golden Globes predictions: Fleabag will win Best Comedy
When it comes to predicting Best Comedy Series at the 2020 Golden Globes, look no further than our Top 24 Users. These savvy prognosticators did the best when predicting last year's event at Gold Derby, so their predictions are now featured in a league that competes against our Experts and Editors. As of this writing, 20 of our Top 24 Users believe Fleabag will win the top trophy at the Golden Globes, which translates to leading 82/85 racetrack odds.
Marcus James Dixon, Gold Derby, 22nd October 2019
Women of improv month - Fiona Sagar
This month I chatted to over 30 female improvisers from all over the UK to celebrate the talent that we have - we also discuss some of the important debates surrounding this topic as well. Today I talk to improviser who also is an actress - Fiona Sagar.
Phoenix Remix, 22nd October 2019Podcasts
TV & radio
10:45am15 min
The Country Girls
The Lonely Girl, Episode 7Kate's father enlists the help of the Church to remove her from Eugene's house and Kate becomes scared that she will burn in hell for living in sin with a married man.
6:30pm30 min
Clare In The Community
Series 12, Episode 5 - Ray Of SunshineThe Sparrowhawk office receive a visit from old team member Ray. He has gone up in the world and has a proposition for them. Brian is becoming suspicious about Clare's behaviour.
9:30pm30 min
How To Burn A Million Quid
Episode 6 - Rule 6Finally, having landed on the Isle of Jura, Bill, Jimmy, Gimpo, and one chosen witness check into the Jura hotel carrying two suitcases containing a million quid. They must pass the night before committing the act for which they have come. Burning one million pounds. Can they really go through with it?
10pm30 min
Defending The Guilty
Episode 6Faced with a drug addict failed by an uncaring system, Will should be his element. But reeling from the break-up of his relationship, he's less certain of his path and wondering whether law is really for him.
10pm30 min
Zomboat!
Episode 3The gang arrive at the hotel where Sunny and Amar spent their stag weekend. Amar insists they check if their mates are alive.