BCG Daily Wednesday 8th September 2021
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Life according to... Greg Davies
Greg Davies talks about working with a great actress, strangers shouting at him in the street, and cleaning up blood and gore.
Stevie Gallacher, The Sunday Post, 8th September 2021OFAH archive found on 40th anniversary
Hundreds of previously unseen photos taken during the filming of Only Fools And Horses have been unearthed in the BBC Archive.
BBC, 8th September 2021Mandy & Myrtle: 'the worst show ever made'
Viewers are calling comedy 'beyond doubt the worst show ever made'.
The Independent, 8th September 2021Sir Harry Secombe: Treasure trove shared on centenary
One hundred years ago today, entertainer Sir Harry Secombe was welcomed into the world.
BBC, 8th September 2021Godley apologises for 'horridly offensive' past tweets
Janey Godley has apologised for "horridly offensive" social media posts after they surfaced online. The comedian said her profession was "no excuse to use disgusting and hurtful words".
Angus Cochrane, The National (Scotland), 8th September 2021Sex Education Series 3 review
The beloved spunky show is starting to buckle under its own weight.
Emily Baker, i Newspaper, 8th September 2021Big Comedy Night review
Laughter proves a powerful medicine for London.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 8th September 2021New tour for Paul Chowdhry
Paul Chowdhry has announced a new 22-date tour, called Family-Friendly Comedian... although the subtitle explains: no children.
Chortle, 8th September 2021Chubby Brown: Sheffield cancellation backed by council
A council leader has said his authority "wholeheartedly" supports a venue's decision to cancel a show by comedian Roy "Chubby" Brown.
BBC, 8th September 2021The Holden Girls: Mandy & Myrtle review
The whole show seems to have been built around the pun that The Holden Girls sounds a bit like The Golden Girls. Yet the result never even matches that mediocre standard. But you can at least say Holden is consistent. This is just as bad as her BBC comedies Big Top (rating 3.3/10 on IMDB) or Mad About Alice (3.4) - both long-forgotten, and for good reason.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 8th September 2021Only Fools And Horses: does it stand the test of time?
First shown 40 years ago today, the classic sitcom's first episode flirted with some risque humour but at its heart were family and love
Benji Wilson, The Telegraph, 8th September 2021R.I.P. author/comic Lynn Ruth Miller...
Regular readers will know of the unique, seemingly indefatigable and gloriously multi-talented US comic Lynn Ruth Miller, an occasional and much-admired contributor to this blog.
John Fleming, John Fleming's Blog, 8th September 2021Sean Lock tribute graffiti appears in Northampton
An tribute to comedian Sean Lock, who tragically died from cancer aged 58, has been spray painted in Northampton town centre.
Will Jefford, Northants Live, 8th September 2021Scott Agnew being treated after heart attack
Scott, from Rutherglen, South Lanarkshire, is believed to be in a stable condition but his loved ones have described him as feeling "extremely lucky".
Ryan Carroll, Daily Record, 8th September 2021Magic Goes Wrong review
Magic Goes Wrong delivers all the mayhem and madness you would expect from Mischief Theatre without ever dazzling or pulling any rabbits from hats.
Phil Goodwin, The Reviews Hub, 8th September 2021Review: Groan Ups - Sheffield Lyceum
Many laughs are there to be found and an attempt at some tender dramatic storytelling will certainly stoke viewers nostalgic tendencies. A school days jaunt in September may just be the outing for you!
Charlotte Broadbent, The Reviews Hub, 8th September 2021Inside the very secret life of Amanda Holden's 'nan'
He's delighted fans with his slapstick turns as Keith Lemon, but now comedian Leigh Francis is rumoured to have taken on a new role as Amanda Holden's "nan".
Catriona Graffius, The Sun, 8th September 2021Back To Life doesn't give us what we want - but it's OK
There is so much about Back To Life that is absurd, but its handle on the many-headed, long-tendrilled shape of heartache is intensely recognisable.
Abby Robinson, Digital Spy, 8th September 2021The scene that made the BBC take OFAH seriously
Batman and Robin; the chandelier; Trigger's broom. The Trotter clan has given us 40 years of unforgettable moments - but one stands out.
Tom Fordy, The Telegraph, 8th September 2021Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 19 - Cheesy DreamsIt's bedtime, and Dave has eaten a cheesecake that was not meant for him - finding himself stuck inside a cheesy dream with the rest of the Spuds, the only way to escape is to admit what he has done and confront his cheesy guilt.
Almost Never
Series 3, Episode 9 - Fashion VictimsA fallout between The Wonderland pushes Nate closer than ever towards Sasha's solo offer. Nate and Chloe go on a date, while Tyra organises her first fashion event.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 20 - Krustee SlothAnna and Dave are building a toy sloth from the parts given away free with every Bran Cran Krustee cereal box - when finally complete, their toy ends up bigger than Grimsby Heights, and Dave and Anna must find a way to keep it under control.
My Teenage Diary
Series 10, Episode 4 - Joe ThomasRufus Hound's guest is Inbetweeners star Joe Thomas. Joe was a keen cub scout who loved rules and sometimes got his mum to write his diary for him.
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains
Series 2, Episode 4Josh Widdicombe, Clare Balding and Kiell Smith-Bynoe share their most mortifying teenage tales with Rhod Gilbert.
Code 404
Series 2, Episode 3Major and Carver are assigned an investigation into reports of a dangerous new drug used in an underground MMA fight ring.
Rockanory
Episode 3 - Status Quo And The Kangaroo, Part 3In the 1970s, in the Australia outback legendary rock combo Status Quo's tour bus hit a kangaroo. What happened next (as they say) will shock you.