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 4

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches. Starring Jon Holmes on animals making headlines, Angela Barnes on theft and an original song from Jonny & the Baptists. With voices from Ed Jones and Roisin O'Mahony.

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 5th April 2024
Time
6:30pm
Channel
BBC Radio 4
Length
30 minutes
Recorded
  • Thursday 4th April 2024, 19:30 at BBC Radio Theatre

Repeats

Show past repeats

Date Time Channel
Saturday 6th April 2024 12:30pm Radio 4
Monday 8th April 2024 11:00pm Radio 4 Extra

Catch-up

Cast & crew

Cast
Steve Punt Host / Presenter
Hugh Dennis Host / Presenter
Jon Holmes Self
Guest cast
Angela Barnes Guest
Paddy Gervers (as Jonny & The Baptists) Self
Jonny Donahoe (as Jonny & The Baptists) Self
Ed Jones Ensemble Actor
Roisin O'Mahony Ensemble Actor
Writing team
Hugh Dennis Writer
Jon Holmes Writer
Angela Barnes Writer
Paddy Gervers (as Jonny & The Baptists) Writer
Jonny Donahoe (as Jonny & The Baptists) Writer
Ed Jones Writer
Roisin O'Mahony Writer
Mike Shephard Writer (Additional Material)
Tasha Dhanraj Writer (Additional Material)
Alex Bertulis-Fernandes Writer (Additional Material)
Peter Tellouche Writer (Additional Material)
Production team
Sasha Bobak Producer
Pete Strauss Executive Producer
Bill Dare Creator

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