BCG Daily Wednesday 26th May 2021
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Still Game stars launch personal brand of Scotch whisky
From today the first batch of Jack and Victor Whisky is exclusively available for 48 hours to those who have pre-registered for a bottle online. It comes ahead of Friday's general public sale.
Gregor Young, The National (Scotland), 26th May 2021Cockneys Vs. Zombies (2006) review
Is it the best zombie film I've ever seen? No. Is it the best comedy film I've ever seen? Also no. Though what it lacks in Oscar nominations it makes up for in fun and buckets of blood.
Rebecca Sayce, Capers Magazine, 26th May 2021Life according to... Pursuit Of Love star Shazad Latif
Romantic drama star Shazad Latif on going to the pub with Emma Thompson and trying everything - even veggie haggis.
Stevie Gallacher, The Sunday Post, 26th May 2021Tim Brooke-Taylor left just £2,000
Tim Brooke-Taylor left just £2,000 after his death last year, it has been revealed today.
Chortle, 26th May 2021More acts announced for Fringe's only venue (so far)
Jason Byrne, Andrew Maxwell, Mark Nelson and Kiri Pitchard-Mclean to play Corn Exchange.
Chortle, 26th May 2021Josie Long, Brighton Festival 2021 review
Tonight's version is not a straight rerun, Long is very aware that a lot has happened since she last performed it.
Thomas H. Green, The Arts Desk, 26th May 2021Tanya Qureshi promoted to BBC interim comedy head
Takes temporary charge two months after joining.
Max Goldbart, Broadcast, 26th May 2021Omid Djalili interview
The comedian and actor, 55, on cash under the mattress, working with Celine Dion and being seen as 'too British'.
Paul Simper, Metro, 26th May 2021Farewell Friday Night Dinner
This brilliantly odd slice of comedy gold has lit up our screens for 10 years. As its creator announces it has come to an end, we give thanks for all the belly laughs and squirrel gags.
Rachel Aroesti, The Guardian, 26th May 2021Hackers hijack Daniel Kitson's album sales
Daniel Kitson has warned his fans not to buy any of his shows from Bandcamp after he was targeted by hackers.
Chortle, 26th May 2021Interview: ComedySportz returns to The Stage
This month has seen lots of acts return to the stage after a long break due the Pandemic and Covid restrictions. One group that is returning to theatres in Manchester is none other than ComedySportz and they are returning with a bang.
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 26th May 2021Bill Bailey: UK Eurovision performance "underwhelming"
"There has to be a bit more drama, a bit more theatre".
Ella Kemp, NME, 26th May 2021Michael McIntyre nominated for Pollstar Award
Pollstar - the leading trade publication for the global concert industry - have announced their 2021 award nominees, with Michael McIntyre being the only British nominee for Comedy Touring Artist of the Decade.
Off The Kerb, 26th May 2021Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
The Theo The Mouse Show
Episode 8 - HistoryWendy teaches Theo about ordering the past using her family photos, but Theo is more interested in a whoopee cushion.
The Football's On
Series 6, Episode 14On this week's episode Ian Stone is joined by Elis James and Ivo Graham to look at the lighter side of this week's talking points from the world of football.
Wragg And Wragg
Series 2, Episode 17 - Getting to know us Part 2Tom and Calum get to know their followers.
Bloods
Series 1, Episode 4 - Bike PatrolAfter their screw-up with the kid, Maleek is punished with pushbike duty, while Wendy has to work under Jo's observation. As Wendy experiences a new partner and Maleek finally gets to work alone, they both start to appreciate what they had together. Gary discovers Kareshma has a twin sister working in A&E who's even more ruthless than her.
Jamie MacDonald: Life On The Blink
Series 1, Episode 4 - Love Is BlindJokes, stories and revelations about life and love without sight.