BCG Daily Wednesday 30th October 2019
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John Kearns: why he dons badly-fitting wig & fake teeth
When stepping out onto the stage, most stand-up comedians adopt some sort of persona as part of their act. But John Kearns makes it a whole lot more obvious - donning a badly-fitting wig and huge fake teeth.
Ross Crae, The Sunday Post, 30th October 2019Lubna Kerr interview
"How stupid are people that they think we're all the same?"
Blizzard Comedy, 30th October 2019Leicester Comedy Festival launches 2020 programme
Headline acts for 2020 include Jo Brand, Stewart Lee, Milton Jones, Shappi Khorsandi, Fascinating Aida, Paul Sinha, Josie Long, Jason Byrne, Tony Slattery, Angela Barnes, Griff Rhys Jones, Andy Parsons, John Shuttleworth, Dane Baptiste, Rhod Gilbert, Mark Steel, Flo & Joan, Arthur Smith and Reg D Hunter.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 30th October 2019Harry Hill: My kids told me to host Junior Bake Off
Harry Hill on why he listened to his daughters when he was offered the chance to present Junior Bake Off.
Caren Clark, What's On TV, 30th October 2019Women of improv month - Mariana Feijó
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 20% Less, C3?, Portugaysian and Queerdos - Mariana Feijó.
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 30th October 2019Billy Connolly - Tall Tales and Wee Stories review
Although the collection is structured roughly by theme (Childhood & Family, Scotland & Beyond, Accidents & Adventures for three), it's sometimes slightly discombobulating to read one tale that seems to originate in the 70s or 80s straight to another that's from a more modernised world.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 30th October 2019Rob Beckett: 'My mum always likes to have a go'
The popular London comic takes his Wallop show across the nation and insists that this is definitely not a kids-say-the-funniest-things tour.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 30th October 2019Not Going Out: Halloween Special review
Despite the growing popularity of trick or treat, special Halloween episodes of British sitcoms are still relatively rare.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 30th October 2019Frank Skinner review
Poking fun at the Wolves' Portuguese contingent, the Black Country accent and Dudley Zoo, comedy legend Frank Skinner enjoyed bringing his latest tour home.
Megan Archer, The Express and Star, 30th October 2019Review: Tall Tales and Wee Stories, by Billy Connolly
Review of The Big Yin's autobiography.
David Robinson, The Scotsman, 30th October 2019Iannucci's David Copperfield leads Bifa nomination
The Dickens adaptation starring Dev Patel emerges as the front runner for the British independent film awards with 11 nominations.
Andrew Pulver, The Guardian, 30th October 2019Mae Martin: WiP (2019)
I could tell you that we were looking to try out a new comedy venue and that's why we ended up down a back street in Islington on a cold Monday night. I could tell you that, but I would be lying. We were there to see Mae Martin, that's it, pure and simple... discovering another cool quirky festival style venue in North London was just a huge bonus.
Clownster, 30th October 2019Review: Douglas, by Hannah Gadsby
Rose Johnstone writes on the dog jokes and righteous fury of Hannah Gadsby's new show, "Nanette's even more rebellious and revolutionary sister".
Rose Johnstone, Exeunt Magazine, 30th October 2019Simon Brodkin: How I pranked FIFA and Sepp Blatter
"I thought, 'Sepp Blatter is really old, can I really prank this guy?' Then I remembered he was the epicentre of FIFA corruption"
Wil Jones, JOE, 30th October 2019TV review: Zomboat Series 1 Episode 4
When I reviewed the first episode of Zomboat I found myself slightly annoyed that it had been overhyped and was only an okay comedy horror show, and unfortunately three episodes on and nothing has really changed. It's still a likeable enough series but it continues to suffer from the same flaws that the first episode did, and has chucked in a couple more for good measure.
Alex Finch, Comedy To Watch, 30th October 2019TV preview: Not Going Out Halloween Special, BBC One
Is Lee Mack trying to muscle in on Inside No 9 territory? This Halloween edition of the enduring light-hearted domestic sitcom has scarier ambitions than usual. It is even scheduled later than it usually goes out. Although don't worry too much about the kids having nightmares. I'm sure they watch nastier stuff on their phones in bed.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 30th October 2019Guilt, BBC Two review
Neil Forsyth stylish drama gathers conviction and momentum after a slow start.
Markie Robson-Scott, The Arts Desk, 30th October 2019Guilt, review
The writing was sharp, bleak, and of-the-moment.
Barbara Speed, i Newspaper, 30th October 2019Guilt: A fabulously funny black comedy
In this moral satire, two Scottish brothers discover the perfect victim. Can they get away scot-free?
Peter Crawley, The Irish Times, 30th October 2019Guilt, episode 1 review
This witty, gritty new thriller is no guilty pleasure.
Michael Hogan, The Telegraph, 30th October 2019Join campaign for C4 Alternative Election Night 2019
Back in 2017 we ran a campaign to bring back The Alternative Election Night after the success of the previous one in 2015. Due to the fact it was a snap general election we were worried C4 wouldn't be able to pull it together in time, but despite the short notice they did. The coverage beat ITV and Sky's in the ratings! But, now it's even shorter notice, time is of the essence, so here's what we need you to do...
Jazzy Janey, A Dose Of David Mitchell, 30th October 2019Emma Thompson got George Michael's blessing
Emma Thompson got the late George Michael's blessing for her Last Christmas romantic comedy movie, which is based around his songs.
Female First, 30th October 2019Tom Basden pilots BBC mockumentary
Tom Basden is piloting a BBC mockumentary set in Africa.
Jay Richardson, Chortle, 30th October 2019Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
Almost Never
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Stadium ShowUndecided about Coleen's offer, the boys give AJ one more chance.
God's Work
Episode 4It is the annual North East Vicar of the Year Awards and current champion Bill Tinsey is up against Wilson Penn and Richard Crisp.
Almost Never
Series 2, Episode 3 - ManagersThe boys meet some potential managers, including scary Jordan.
Almost Never
Series 2, Episode 4 - Do The FandangoThe boys have signed with Jordan, who soon falls victim to one of Sasha's evil schemes.
Almost Never
Series 2, Episode 5 - The MallThe boys get badly lost on the way to a gig, and Dan panics when a food vlogger turns up.
Almost Never
Series 2, Episode 6 - The Sound Of SilenceOakley clumsily tries to get Nate and Chloe together at the Palais' silent disco.
GiggleQuiz
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Lost Pirate's TreasureThe Lost Pirate's search for buried treasure makes a mess in the GiggleQuiz studio. Meanwhile, Nana Knickerbocker's panto bees hunt for her missing keys in a gloopy Panto Showdown.
Daliso Chaponda: Citizen Of Nowhere
Series 2, Episode 2 - ApologiesDaliso Chaponda talks about the sins of the past and how we atone for them.
Your Face Or Mine
Series 6, Episode 5From the TV show Ibiza Weekender, couple Jordan Davies and Isobel Mills put their relationship on display to win money for Mind charity. Jordan was smitten with Isobel from the start, but let's see how this couple fare in the Face Your Demons round, where a series of mystery guests take to the stage, including Jordan's ex Chyna Ellis who dumped him.
Taskmaster
Series 9, Episode 9 - Don't Like Them Go BangThe five comics go undercover as they try to impress Greg Davies with their attempts at high-level espionage. Results, involving a white van, a newspaper and a paper cup, are mixed. Meanwhile, Greg's simpering secretary Alex Horne observes with barely concealed glee as Ed Gamble shaves his knees and Jo Brand finds an alternative use for her earring.
Doc Martin
Series 9, Episode 6 - EquilibriumMartin and Louisa have their first fertility consultation with Dr Emma Ryder. Well aware that Martin is able to perform the tests himself, she reminds him that he is the patient now, not the doctor.
Comedy Legends
Series 2, Episode 3 - Richard PryorThis week, Barry Cryer takes a look at the life an career of one of the most influential stand-up comics of all time, Richard Pryor, who collaborated with Gene Wilder in four films including Stir Crazy and Silver Streak.
Comedians Giving Lectures
Series 1, Episode 7Sara Pascoe is joined by Lolly Adefope, Nick Mohammed (as Mr Swallow) and Miles Jupp.
Russell Howard & Mum
Globetrotters - Series 2, Episode 4 - New Year In ThailandIt's Chinese New Year so obviously Russell and his mum Ninette are in... Thailand. Chinese New Year is massive in Thailand and the Howards are getting fully involved in the celebrations of the Year of the Dog. Along the way they're sampling some of the more unusual activities Thailand has to offer before literally chasing the dragon in the New Year parade.
Don't Hate The Playaz
Series 2, Episode 6Maya Jama, Richard Blackwood and London Hughes go up against Lady Leshurr, Katherine Ryan and Fleur East as they go head to head in rap battles, dance-offs and freestyling challenges.
In The Long Run
Series 2, Episode 3As the strike at the factory continues, money in the Easmon household is tight, so Agnes begins to work for the local council.
Not Going Out
Series 10, Special - Halloween SpecialLee and Lucy take the children out trick or treating for Halloween, but the night soon turns disastrous for Lee when he loses his phone on the porch of a spooky Victorian house. Once he returns to the house to retrieve his phone, Lee discovers that the house is full of secrets that would be far better left undisturbed.
Charlotte And Lillian
Series 2, Episode 4 - The PatientLillian returns from a stay in hospital to find Charlotte's taken over the house, and is being her usual irritating self. Lillian is keen to get rid of her, but there's just one problem - she can no longer ignore the fact she is getting older and needs help around the house.