BCG Daily Friday 3rd September 2021
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Poor viewers of Joe Lycett's 'Watchdog' sold a pup
It's meant to be a knockabout version of Watchdog, an hour-long sally into consumer affairs with plenty of comedy. If either part of the format was strong, Joe might have a hit. But the endless toilet jokes aren't funny and the crusades are pathetic.
Christopher Stevens, Daily Mail, 3rd September 2021Greg Davies interview
'There will always be someone who finds your work offensive'.
Dominic Cavendish, The Telegraph, 3rd September 2021The Good Life stage adaptation tour announces full cast
Full casting has been revealed for the stage adaptation of The Good Life, which will open on tour next month.
Appearing will be Preeya Kalidas as Margo Leadbetter, Dominic Rowan as Jerry Leadbetter, and Sally Tatum as Barbara Good, joining the previously announced Rufus Hound as Tom Good. Also featured will be Nigel Betts and Tessa Churchard.
Alex Wood, What's On Stage, 3rd September 2021Jason Manford admits his first marriage 'disintegrated'
Comedian Jason Manford has revealed his first marriage "disintegrated" because did not put enough "care and time" into it.
The 40-year-old split from his first wife Catherine, who he welcomed four children with, in 2013 and admitted that he spent too much time working to give his kids a better childhood than he had than on the relationship.
Lisa McLoughlin, The Sun, 3rd September 2021Olga Koch interview
It may come as a shock to learn that up until a month ago, Koch still hadn't quit her day job in computer science. Like lots of live performers, she was thrown slightly off course by the pandemic.
Rowena Henley, Bustle, 3rd September 2021Simon Amstell review
The comedy is user-friendly, but what is he trying to say?
Dominic Maxwell, The Times, 3rd September 2021Michael Spicer interview
"I've never been heckled, I'm an online comedian".
The Guardian, 3rd September 2021Matt Richardson on the tech he can't live without
The comedian on his retro record player, bootleg AirPods and wine fridges.
Samantha Rea, Metro, 3rd September 2021Simon Amstell review
The comedian flops in a New York hotel room, sheds his inhibitions at an ayahuasca ceremony and visits a Berlin sex club as he explores his midlife crisis.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 3rd September 2021Have I got work for you
Do you want to make a living as a comedy writer? It can be done. Everyone dreams of writing that hit sitcom or comedy screenplay. But if you want to fulfil those dreams, topical comedy has long been a proven point of entry.
Dave Cohen, Dave Cohen's Blog, 3rd September 2021Simon Amstell, Spirit Hole, review
Sex, drugs, neurosis and moments of comedy bliss.
Alice Jones, i Newspaper, 3rd September 2021Late Night Mash: why were the BBC scared of this?
The satirical news show has moved to Dave after being cancelled by the BBC, but its innocuous comedy is hardly controversial.
Emily Baker, i Newspaper, 3rd September 2021Review: Late Night Mash, Dave
And thus, like a monster they couldn't kill - Monster Mash, if you like - it has risen from the dead.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 3rd September 2021Michael Spicer - The Room Next Door, review
His short satirical films have had 60 million views online, but this live show fails to replicate their undeniable comic magic.
Tristram Fane Saunders, The Telegraph, 3rd September 2021Funny Women stage award shortlist revealed
In our search for the 10 acts to go through to final of the 2021 Funny Women Stage Award, our team and a select panel of industry judges scored 372 submission videos in multiple stages; two preliminary rounds, 13 virtual heats rounds and four live online semi-finals, all in these crazy times!
Funny Women, 3rd September 2021Celebrating Britain's loveliest, most jubbliest sitcom
1989's sixth series of the BBC's Only Fools And Horses was the pukka deal. It was the series that solidified the show's already record-breaking audiences and critical success.
Mark O'Connell, Yahoo, 3rd September 2021Caitlin Moran: Bob Mortimer became my fantasy husband
As his new memoir reveals, Bob Mortimer's early life was heartbreakingly sad. Our columnist went to his home town of Middlesbrough to hear how a shy, lonely young man became a comedy legend. This is what happened...
Caitlin Moran, The Times, 3rd September 2021Jimmy Carr spotted pushing a pram
Jimmy Carr was pictured pushing a pram on a stroll in London, the first public sighting of the presenter since the death of friend and colleague Sean Lock. The comedian has never confirmed having children with long-term partner Karoline Copping.
Metro, 3rd September 2021Videos
TV & radio
No More Jockeys
Set 4, Episode 13 - Set 4, Game 14A critical win for Tim Key last week means the set continues, with himself and Alex Horne having won five games each. Mark Watson trails on three victories. Will Watto narrow the lead, Key get his first set point, or can Horne secure a match point as this week we go downtown. With guest voice Luke McQueen.
Sunshine And Laughter
Episode 5At the height of their brilliant career, Eric Morecambe has a serious heart attack, and a fatal one in 1984. Ernie will spend the rest of his life looking for Eric.
The Good, The Bad And The Unexpected
Series 9, Episode 1This week Mark has three stand-up comedians hot off the back of a very different Fringe festival, each with their own amazing stories. Amy Matthews tells her tale of what it is like to be on the menu, Craig Hill serves up a treat in a very wrong way, and Fred MacAulay feels like he's fed 4000 after becoming father of the bride.
The News Quiz
Series 106, Episode 1Andy Zaltzman is joined by Ian Smith, Rachel Fairburn, Helen Lewis and Hugo Rifkind to discuss the week's news.
Harry Secombe: Unsung Comedian
To mark 100 years since the birth of Sir Harry Secombe, comedy writer Gareth Gwynn speaks to family members, friends and fans about The Goon Show star's comedic legacy.
King Gary
Series 2, Episode 6 - The Wedding - Part 2The epic 'sten do' has really taken its toll on Gary and Terri's wedding party. It's hangover city, no one's in charge, and everyone from wedding caterers to florists to DJs Fabio and Grooverider are stuck in a farmer's field, not knowing where the wedding venue is.
The Last Leg
The Last Leg Of Tokyo 2020, Episode 11Para-legend and show favourite Tully Kearney is finally back from Tokyo and joins the studio audience. Vick Hope and Ali Jawad take part in tonight's discussions.