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BCG Daily Monday 1st September 2014

Press clippings

Lenny Henry: My father never hugged me

The comedian turned acclaimed actor, talks about his lack of childhood affection, friendship with Dawn French and why Shakespeare is 'putting his head straight'.

Matthew Stadlen, The Telegraph, 1st September 2014

Everyone likes seeing stars, especially when there's 1

If you want your review to be read by everybody then there's only one rating that will do. EVERYONE reads a one-star review.

Nigel Lovell, Chortle, 1st September 2014

Eddie Izzard joins Stand-Up for Labour line-up

Eddie Izzard headlines a fundraiser for the Labour Party on September 21 at Manchester Opera House. The full bill for Stand Up With Labour has now been confirmed. Izzard is to be joined by Phill Jupitus, Ian Stone, Sara Pascoe and host Stephen K Amos. All proceeds from the event will go to the Labour Party.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 1st September 2014

How to be hilarious: A guide to stand-up comedy

So what does it take to become a stand up comedian and get a laugh? Comic Paul Smith reveals his tricks ahead of the Liverpool Comedy Festival.

Rebekah Holliday, Liverpool Echo, 1st September 2014

Two more acts announced for 2015 Glasgow Comedy Fest

Susan Calman and Henning Wehn will join Simon Amstell in performing at the Glasgow theatre next March.

David Bateman, STV, 1st September 2014

Videos

Crackanory. Image shows from L to R: Simon Callow, Ruby Wax, Sue Perkins, David Mitchell, Ben Miller, Katherine Parkinson, Meera Syal, Rik Mayall, Warwick Davis. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions TV

Crackanory - Series 2 trailer

Crackanory returns for a new run of dark stories from Wednesday 24th September.

The Alternative Comedy Experience. Image shows from L to R: Josie Long, David Kay, Stewart Lee, Henning Wehn, Simon Munnery, Paul Sinha, Phil Nichol, Tony Law, Paul Foot. Copyright: Comedy Central TV

The Alternative Comedy Experience - Fern Brady

Stewart Lee talks to Fern Brady about her set, which included a look at Embarrassing Bodies.

Bad Bridesmaid. Copyright: Fresh One Productions / GroupM Entertainment TV

Bad Bridesmaid - Episode 1 clip

Over four days Becky will need to convince her mates that the flamboyantly over the top Francesca, a PR/singer songwriter is a friend of her mum's whose joined the celebrations at the last minute.

Siblings. Image shows from L to R: Hannah (Charlotte Ritchie), Marion (Stella Gonet). Copyright: Bwark Productions TV

Siblings - Protection

Dan explains that he just likes to "keep it simple" in the bedroom.

Edinburgh Comedy Fest Live. Copyright: Open Mike Productions TV

Edinburgh Comedy Fest Live - Seann Walsh and his girlfriend

Since Seann was last in Edinburgh he's moved in with his girlfriend..

Edinburgh Comedy Fest Live. Copyright: Open Mike Productions TV

Edinburgh Comedy Fest Live - Kevin Bridges considers children in the future

Kevin Bridges considers children in the future and the potential differences in their upbringing.

Boomers. Image shows from L to R: Sara (Susannah Fielding), Inga (Tegan Griffiths), Maureen (Stephanie Beacham), Joyce (Alison Steadman). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions TV

Boomers - Listening exercises

Trevor has a heart to heart with John.

Boomers. Image shows from L to R: Sara (Susannah Fielding), Inga (Tegan Griffiths), Maureen (Stephanie Beacham), Joyce (Alison Steadman). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions TV

Boomers - Ever tried a ping pong ball?

The pitfalls of retirement parties...

A League Of Their Own. Image shows left to right: Jill Scott, Romesh Ranganathan, Micah Richards, Mo Gilligan, Jamie Redknapp TV

A League Of Their Own - The ALOTO gang learn netball

Tracey Neville (Gary and Phil Neville's sister) teaches the ALOTO teams how to play netball.

Seymour Mace Videos

Seymour Mace speak out about reviewers

Seymour Mace, appearing on the comedian rap battle show at the Edinburgh Fringe, takes a moment out to address what he thinks of reviewers, PR people and agents.

TV & radio

Radio 4 9:45am
15 min
Omid Djalili - Hopeful: The Autobiography. Omid Djalili. Copyright: BBC

Omid Djalili - Hopeful: The Autobiography

Episode 1

In the opening episode, Omid recalls occasions when he's provoked laughter for all the wrong reasons.

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
The Cold Swedish Winter. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Sissela Benn), Geoff (Adam Riches). Copyright: Unique Productions

The Cold Swedish Winter

Series 1, Episode 4 - Autumn

Linda and Geoff throw a house-warming party at cross purposes, and Sten campaigns for re-election as mayor.

BBC Radio Scotland 1:30pm
30 min
Conundrums My Dad Says. Copyright: Turmeric Media

Conundrums My Dad Says

Pilot written by Ashley Storrie about a father with Asperger's syndrome.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Just A Minute. Nicholas Parsons. Copyright: BBC

Just A Minute

Series 70, Episode 4

Gyles Brandreth, Stephen Mangan, Tony Hawks and Kerry Godliman try to talk on a variety of subjects for 60 seconds, without hesitation, repetition or deviation.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm
60 min
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Lee Mack. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 2, Episode 1

Lee Mack is joined by Got To Dance host Davina McCall, comedian Paddy McGuinness and actor Stephen Mangan.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
45 min
Virtually Famous. Image shows from L to R: Chris Stark, Kevin McHale, Seann Walsh. Copyright: Talkback / Hungry Bear Media

Virtually Famous

Series 1, Episode 7

Team captains Seann Walsh and Chris Stark are joined by Russell Kane, Cheska from Made in Chelsea, Sharon Rooney and Ed Gamble as they face questions and challenges all about clips, virals and YouTube celebrities.

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