BCG Daily Thursday 24th October 2019
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How did Richard Herring become the podcast king?
Richard Herring's Leicester Square Theatre Podcast, or RHLSTP, is built on a fanbase of chunky bearded men who stay away from social situations - and it's huge.
Robert Jackman, The Spectator, 24th October 2019Billy Connolly: I feel 'duty bound to be dead'
Billy Connolly has admitted he feels "duty bound to be dead" after being overwhelmed with plaudits and tributes.
The Scotsman, 24th October 2019Frayed up for five top Australian TV awards
Sarah Kendall's Sky One comedy Frayed has been shortlisted for five Aacta awards - Australia's equivalent to the Baftas.
Chortle, 24th October 2019Jack Whitehall and his parents join Gogglebox
Jack Whitehall has joined Celebrity Gogglebox - along with dad Michael and mum Hilary.
Chortle, 24th October 2019More goodies for Slapstick Festival
Actor Paul McGann, broadcaster Samira Ahmed and comedians Shappi Khorsandi and Lucy Porter are among the latest celebrities to join the guest list for Bristol's annual celebration of silent screen and classic comedy - SLAPSTICK - as the festival adds another 16 events to its January 23 to 26 programme.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 24th October 2019Ricky Gervais shares first look at After Life series 2
Ricky Gervais has shared a first look at Netflix's After Life series two.
Jill Robinson, The Sun, 24th October 2019Review: Fern Brady @ The Stand, Newcastle
Following a sold-out Edinburgh fringe run, Fern Brady popped into The Stand on her massive UK tour as part of the venue's Newcastle Alternative festival.
Jordan Best, Narc Magazine, 24th October 2019Darius Davies: Persian of Interest review
Its a shame the job of 'being Dave Gorman' is already taken, because Darius Davies would make a fine candidate for the job, given the way he uses PowerPoint and mischief to mock how everything is not always what it seems in this online world.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 24th October 2019Women of improv month - Becky Webb
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 Casino Improv - Becky Webb.
Phoenix Remix, 24th October 2019Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
The Country Girls
The Lonely Girl, Episode 9Whilst Baba fears she is pregnant, Kate and Eugene's relationship begins to curdle.
So Awkward
Series 5, Episode 7 - Open MiceMartha and Mr Malone make an unlikely comedy double-act for open mic night.
Alone
Series 2, Episode 3 - A Few Loose EndsEllie meets Kath, an old friend of Mitch, at a teachers' conference and invites her to visit. But there's more to Kath's story than she first suggested and Mitch and Will soon find themselves at loggerheads. Meanwhile, Louisa poses as Morris's partner at a party.
Blockbusters
Series 2, Episode 516-year-old solo-player Evan plays against teenage sweethearts Manreet and Nyah. Can the couple keep their cool to bag the cash and get across the board victorious?
There's Something About Movies
Series 2, Episode 3One does not simply walk onto a mad movie quiz show. Not unless they're Sean Bean. Yorkshire's favourite star of movies and memes alike joins the panel along with comedians Josh Widdicombe and Suzi Ruffell for a Halloween-inspired selection of Hollywood hi-jinks with series regulars Michael Sheen, Jennifer Saunders and host Alan Carr.
Frayed
Series 1, Episode 5After a harsh realisation, Sammy aims to reclaim her worth by helping at the school disco. But the dance soon turns into a debacle.
Celebrity Juice
Series 22, Episode 3Reality star Gemma Collins, Silent Witness actress Emilia Fox, presenter Denise Van Outen and Love Island's Maura Higgins join Keith, Holly and Mel B for the cheeky game show.
Guilt
Series 1, Episode 1In a residential street in Edinburgh, two disparate brothers, high flying lawyer Max and Jake a record shop owner accidentally run down an old man, Walter, on their way home from a wedding. Uninsured and under the influence, Jake is persuaded by Max to cover up their deathly deed.
Newsjack Unplugged
Series 4, Episode 1The week's news stories lovingly bashed, mashed and moulded into sketches and one-liners by the public with host Darren Harriott and Katia Kvinge. Plus a chance to hear a classic Newsjack sketch from the archives.
The Nether Regions
Episode 1One-off comedy sketch show, written and performed by Rob Grant and Andrew Marshall, with Helen Cripps, Edward Rowett and Holly Morgan. Highlights include a visit to Mrs Amazon's Corner Grocery Shop, from before the internet, and a dizzying journey through speedy box sets, including a chance to enjoy The Crown in 90 seconds.