The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC
The Now Show
- Radio comedy / stand-up
- BBC Radio 4
- 1998 - 2024
- 466 episodes (64 series)
Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present a mix of stand-up, sketches and songs in this popular topical comedy show for Radio 4. Also features Jon Culshaw, Marcus Brigstocke, Jon Holmes, Mitch Benn, David Quantick and more.
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Series 48, Episode 5
Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis are joined by Mike Wilmot, Jake Yapp, Gemma Arrowsmith and Harry The Piano. On its 100th anniversary, Jake Yapp makes a plea for us to keep British Summer Time 365 days a year, Mike Wilmot takes a crack at Canadian political satire, and Deputy Arts Editor for The Independent Alice Jones discusses the TV BAFTA nominations.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Friday 1st April 2016
- Time
- 6:30pm
- Channel
- BBC Radio 4
- Length
- 30 minutes
Repeats
Show past repeats
| Date | Time | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday 2nd April 2016 | 12:30pm | Radio 4 |
| Monday 4th April 2016 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Tuesday 5th April 2016 | 9:00am | Radio 4 Extra |
Cast & crew
| Steve Punt | Host / Presenter |
| Hugh Dennis | Host / Presenter |
| Alice Jones | Guest |
| Jake Yapp | Self |
| Mike Wilmot | Self |
| Gemma Arrowsmith | Ensemble Actor |
| Paul Harris (as Harry the Piano) | Musical Performer |
| Steve Punt | Writer |
| Hugh Dennis | Writer |
| Jane Lamacraft | Writer (Additional Material) |
| Jon Hunter | Writer (Additional Material) |
| Jake Yapp | Writer |
| Gemma Arrowsmith | Writer |
| Mike Wilmot | Writer |
| Liam Beirne | Writer (Additional Material) |
| Joe Nunnery | Producer |