BCG Daily Tuesday 10th November 2020
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Why the funniest books are also the most serious
The fiction that makes us laugh the most is, paradoxically, often the most profound and intelligent, argues John Self. So why isn't it being rewarded?
John Self, BBC, 10th November 2020Tim Key writes a new book
He Used Thought As A Wife is described as an 'anthology of poems and conversations from inside' and is his first new title in almost a decade.
Chortle, 10th November 2020Michelle Keegan returns to the set of Brassic
Michelle Keegan has returned to the set of Brassic after she was forced to self-isolate after being exposed to coronavirus.
Shan Ally, The Sun, 10th November 2020Female comedians' best gags
Have you heard the one about the "sexist old fart" who says women are not very funny?
That would be veteran broadcaster Michael Parkinson, 85.
Dulcie Pearce, The Sun, 10th November 2020Sara Pascoe interview
Sara Pascoe talks about her father, her fears growing up and how she got her big break in the latest edition of The Big Issue.
Jane Graham, The Big Issue, 10th November 2020Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 15 - Boarding BeanoDoctor Pfooflepfeffer's first act as head of governors is to turn Bash Street School into a boarding school. However, the pupils devise a series of daring attempts to escape.
Keep It Light
Celeste Dring and Freya Parker of acclaimed sketch duo Lazy Susan present a spoof magazine show.
Greatest Celebrity Wind-Ups Ever!
Series 2, Episode 4Ant & Dec wind-up Gordon Ramsay; Ben Hanlin targets Joe Calzaghe; and Banzai's Mr Shake-Hands Man meets Bill Murray.
Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson
Series 1, Episode 4Jon is joined by actress and comedian Jessica Knappett, and regular guest Judi Love, as they navigate the world of ridiculous and wonderful international TV.
Don't Hate The Playaz
Series 3, Episode 4Maya Jama, Big Zuu and Dane Baptiste go up against Lady Leshurr, Raye and Darren Harriott in rap battles, dance-offs and freestyling challenges.
Out Of Her Mind
Episode 4 - Pop!Sara is persuaded to go on a date, Carol is happily back with her awful ex, and Sara tries to repair the damage she did to Marie.