The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC
The Now Show

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 64, Episode 3

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches. Starring Geoff Norcott on cynical advertising strategies, Rachel Fairburn on our nation's obsession with conspiracy theories and an original song from Rachel Parris. With voices from Jon Culshaw and Laura Shavin.

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 29th March 2024
Time
6:30pm
Channel
BBC Radio 4
Length
30 minutes
Recorded
  • Thursday 28th March 2024, 19:30 at BBC Radio Theatre

Repeats

Show past repeats

Date Time Channel
Saturday 30th March 2024 12:30pm Radio 4
Monday 1st April 2024 11:00pm Radio 4 Extra

Catch-up

Cast & crew

Cast
Steve Punt Host / Presenter
Hugh Dennis Host / Presenter
Laura Shavin Ensemble Actor
Guest cast
Geoff Norcott Guest
Rachel Parris Guest
Rachel Fairburn Guest
Jon Culshaw Ensemble Actor
Writing team
Hugh Dennis Writer
Laura Shavin Writer
Jon Culshaw Writer
Rachel Parris Writer
Geoff Norcott Writer
Rachel Fairburn Writer
Tasha Dhanraj Writer (Additional Material)
Cameron Loxdale Writer (Additional Material)
Christina Riggs Writer (Additional Material)
Pravanya Pillay (as Privanya Pillay) Writer (Additional Material)
Production team
Sasha Bobak Producer
Richard Morris Executive Producer
Bill Dare Creator

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