BCG Daily Wednesday 23rd October 2019
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Features
Press clippings
Sir Billy Connolly on Parkinson's disease & forgiveness
"I've got Parkinson's disease," Sir Billy Connolly writes in his new book, Tall Tales And Wee Stories, "and I wish he'd f***ing kept it to himself!"
Luke Rix-Standing, The Herald, 23rd October 2019Guilt, BBC Scotland/BBC2: meeting writer and cast
The channel's first scripted commission is a darkly comic tale of two brothers involved in a hit-and-run. Vicki Power meets writer Neil Forsyth and the cast.
Vicki Power, Broadcast, 23rd October 2019Harry and Chris on finding hope for humanity
"Even in a 25 date tour every show feels different."
Blizzard Comedy, 23rd October 2019Ben Elton brings stand-up show to Birmingham - review
He may have been away from the limelight for 15 years, but Ben Elton remains the firebrand stand-up comic everyone knows and loves.
The Express and Star, 23rd October 2019Eddie Izzard: Everyone's cup of tea
Eddie Izzard has mastered sketches about talking dogs, run multiple marathons and condensed a Dickens novel. But his next career move might be his most surreal yet - a move into politics.
Brian Donaldson, Big Issue North, 23rd October 2019Five questions for... Samantha Baines
Comedian Samantha Baines talks to us about her first book for children, Harriet Versus The Galaxy, which features a young female protagonist whose hearing aid has very special capabilities.
The Bookseller, 23rd October 2019Women of improv month - Emily Jane
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 an improviser that is part of the all female musical improv troupe Notflix - Emily Jane.
Phoenix Remix, 23rd October 2019Sophie Duker is not your Venus
"I don't have time for anyone whose feminism isn't intersectional".
Diva Mag, 23rd October 2019Film review: Farmageddon: A Shaun the Sheep Movie
While children will no doubt be enthralled by the colourful visuals and sound effects the most, adults will enjoy the various in-jokes and homages to other works from the science fiction hall of fame.
Adam Zawadzki, The Edinburgh Reporter, 23rd October 2019Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
The Country Girls
The Lonely Girl, Episode 8Kate realises that living with Eugene means putting up with his mother, his friends and constant comparisons to his ex-wife.
God's Work
Episode 3Rev. Bill Tinsey ends up on a date, Rev. Wilson Penn gets a visit from his mother, and Rev. Richard Crisp plans to meet some old friends.
Daliso Chaponda: Citizen Of Nowhere
Series 2, Episode 1 - Cultural RelativismIn this episode Daliso talks about cultural differences, exploring the complicated topic of cultural relativism and how it is more than just 'agreeing to disagree'.
Your Face Or Mine
Series 6, Episode 4This week's couple are both from Hertfordshire and share the same name, Charlie. Charlie works as an estate agent, and 'Chaz' for the purpose of the show to save confusion, works as a Pensions Consultant. Both guys face comparison for cash!
Taskmaster
Series 9, Episode 8 - ShaqinahatAll the key areas of entertainment are covered in this episode: slapstick, singing, dancing, balloons and, of course, throwing one thing into another thing. Ed Gamble dons a baby's bonnet, Katy Wix makes Alex Horne wince and Rose Matafeo does a spot of screaming.
Doc Martin
Series 9, Episode 5 - Wild West CountryMartin investigates a shooting after local farmer Dennis Thorpe shoots Robert, after he took some of his eggs. Meanwhile, Emily returns to the surgery to see Martin after her acne medication causes a bad reaction, and a secret bidder buys the Crab and Lobster pub.
Comedy Legends
Series 2, Episode 2 - Lily TomlinBarry Cryer reflects on the life and career of multi-Emmy-winning comedian and actress Lily Tomlin.
Comedians Giving Lectures
Series 1, Episode 6Sara Pascoe is joined by sketch trio Massive Dad, Russell Kane and Phil Wang.
Russell Howard & Mum
Globetrotters - Series 2, Episode 3 - Going Underground In TokyoRussell and Ninette are in Tokyo but ignoring the usual tourist traps, they're heading underground and embracing the truly weird and wonderful side of this metropolis. They're meeting some magical maids, renting some mates and Russell's having a go at being a gigolo at one of Tokyo's infamous Host Clubs.
Don't Hate The Playaz
Series 2, Episode 5Maya Jama, Keisha Buchanan and London Hughes go up against Lady Leshurr, Cariad Lloyd and Mist as they go head to head in rap battles, dance-offs and freestyling challenges.
In The Long Run
Series 2, Episode 2Bagpipes feels threatened by Leon's arrival. Meanwhile, Valentine gets ripped off and Agnes and Kobna come to his aid.
Charlotte And Lillian
Series 2, Episode 3 - The BrotherhoodCharlotte is forced to intervene when Lillian becomes involved with a group from the local church with a suspicious agenda.