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Gareth Gwynn. Credit: Rhiannon Moore Pro

My Comedy Career: Gareth Gwynn

Wednesday 2nd July 2025

You'll have seen and heard Gareth Gwynn's name at the end of many comedy programmes. Here he gives us insight into his various roles.

6 Dates With Barker. Image shows left to right: Alan Curtis, John Sharp, Ronnie Barker, Pat Gorman Quiz

British Comedy Quiz #364

Wednesday 2nd July 2025

To get top marks this time you'll have need to see comedies featuring Ronnie Barker, Michael Palin, Ringo Starr and Jocelyn Jee Esien.

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Quickies

Tuesday 1st July 2025

We all enjoy quickies, so let's take a look at them.

Ellen Turnill Montoya. Credit: Tian Khee Siong Live

Random 8: Ellen Turnill Montoya

Tuesday 1st July 2025

Boasting surely the biggest hand at this year's Edinburgh Fringe, Ellen Turnill Montoya takes the eight poser challenge.

This Country. Image shows from L to R: Mandy Harris (Ashley McGuire), Lee 'Kurtan' Mucklowe (Charlie Cooper), Kerry Mucklowe (Daisy May Cooper). Copyright: BBC Pro

A is for... Authenticity

Monday 30th June 2025

Authenticity is crucial for up-and-coming writers and comedians.

Frankie Howerd: In His Own Words. Frankie Howerd Features

Comedy Chronicles: Setbacks & Fightbacks #3 - Frankie Howerd, The serial survivor

Sunday 29th June 2025

Biographer Graham McCann charts the varied ups-and-downs in the long, remarkable career of comedy icon Frankie Howerd.

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My Comedy Career: Michael Fenton Stevens

Friday 27th June 2025

As his My Time Capsule podcast passes a significant milestone, we talk to Michael Fenton Stevens about the skills one needs to build up to establish a career as a comedy performer.

Dale Elliott Jr. Credit: Fern Elise Live

First Gig, Worst Gig: Dale Elliott Jr

Friday 27th June 2025

Jetting in for some UK sun, Dale Elliott Jr talks Hollywood headaches and the hecklers back home.

Amandaland. Image shows left to right: Anne (Philippa Dunne), Amanda (Lucy Punch), Felicity (Joanna Lumley) TV

Win Amandaland Series 1

Thursday 26th June 2025

We've got one copy of the acclaimed, high-rated sitcom spin-off Amandaland to give away.

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Opening your set

Thursday 26th June 2025

We offer some advice on opening your stand-up set. Getting it right is pretty crucial.

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