BCG Daily Thursday 11th February 2021
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Hypothetical, Dave, review: Fun if a little forced
While the panel show leans into host James Acaster's surreal nature, it can feel too organised.
Rachael Sigee, i Newspaper, 11th February 2021Thousands nominate lockdown legends in Chortle Awards
Almost 8,000 Chortle readers have praised comedy's Legends Of Lockdown for helping them through the pandemic.
Chortle, 11th February 2021Covid: London's comedy clubs on the fight for survival
From filming DIY sitcoms to hosting socially distanced stand-up gigs, we speak to the capital's grassroots comedy clubs about life under lockdown.
Jochan Embley, Evening Standard, 11th February 2021Venues & comics finding ways to fight against covid
The industry has always trodden its own path, but now it needs support.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 11th February 2021Review - Harriet Dyer: Bipolar Comedian
While in lockdown some of us consider it an achievement if we put on trousers for a Zoom call, comedian Harriet Dyer has written an autobiography, Bipolar Comedian.
Kate Stone, Funny Women, 11th February 2021James Dreyfus: can comedy survive our puritan age?
We deserve a laugh more than ever. But comedy has become a risky business.
James Dreyfus, Spiked, 11th February 2021He Used Thought As A Wife, by Tim Key, review
The comedian-poet's hilarious new collection is a portrait of lockdown - and of an artist on the edge.
Jay Richardson, i Newspaper, 11th February 2021Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
Elephant In The Room
Series 2, Episode 6Sarah Millican's hit panel show returns, using surveys to discover who is the most Average Jolene and who is the most Maverick Matilda. This week's sparkling panel features Ninia Benjamin, Bethany Black, Cal Wilson and Gary Delaney.
When Lorna Met Leo: Love In The Time Of Covid
Episode 1When comedian Lorna Prichard's gigs dry up in the pandemic, she decides to give online dating a go. A day after meeting a brainy Brazilian, she gets engaged.
The Treason TV Show
Series 3, Episode 1Featuring Jackie Weaver, the NHS contract scandals, Farage at sea, and a Treason take on the sea shanty craze.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 20 (Channel 4: Series 21), Episode 5Jon Richardson and Lucy Beaumont take on Roisin Conaty and Joe Wilkinson in the comedy words-and-numbers game, while Bec Hill joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner.
Back
Series 2, Episode 4The Barleycorn is called upon to host a pub quiz. Can Stephen redeem himself after he fumbled the jackpot question and incurred his dad's fury last time?
Rob And Romesh Vs
Series 3, Episode 2 - GolfRob and Romesh are learning all about golf. It's Rob's new hobby and he wants Romesh to become his new golfing buddy. On their journey they play their first ever round at the iconic St Andrews. Have a golfing lesson from Olympic Champion Justin Rose. Before each of them get to tee off at the world famous BMW PGA Championship - live on Sky Sports.
Only An Excuse?
Highlights SpecialA selection of sketches picked from 27 years of the hit Scottish comedy, mixing classic characters, favourite skits and hilarious media spoofs. Frankie Boy rocks up at the petrol station, King Kenny dispenses managerial advice on the golf course and Sir Fergie lectures on leadership at Harvard.