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Steve N Allen interview
"I've always dreamed of a talk-based radio station that was actually funny."
Alex Finch, Comedy To Watch, 17th May 2019
Bill Bailey interview
He says there's nothing like the thrill of a great stand-up show. "It's a singular experience. I don't think there is anything that quite matches up to it in all of performance art. When you're in a play or a band, it's still a collaborative thing."
Andy Richardson, The Shropshire Star, 17th May 2019
UKIP candidate claims he's saving comedy with rape joke
The UKIP candidate who has 'joked' about raping a Labour MP has claimed he is fighting for the future of British comedy. Carl Benjamin, also known by YouTube handle Sargon of Akkad, told Jess Phillips during a Twitter debate that he 'wouldn't even rape her'.
Chortle, 17th May 2019
Tom Lucy: interview
The stand-up comedian and Leicester Mercury award winner on the things that make him laugh the most.
Harriet Gibsone, The Guardian, 17th May 2019
Review: Leah MacRae
The script doesn't always sparkle - she's no Sue Townsend. Still, it's authentic, and there's some very funny observational humour (particularly about the film Ghost).
Jay Richardson, The Scotsman, 17th May 2019
How comedy-dramas use humour to tackle mental health
From Fleabag to Flowers - the Brits have a real knack for tragicomedy.
Ellie Harrison, Radio Times, 17th May 2019
Victoria Wood statue unveiled in memory of comedian
The likeness sits across from the library where she stole books as a child because she was too shy to ask about membership.
Sky News, 17th May 2019Wallace & Gromit celebrate 30 cracking years
It's been 30 years since Bristol's famous comedy duo Wallace & Gromit were brought to life on screen.
ITV, 17th May 2019Pieter Dirk-Uis review
Seeing the avuncular Pieter Dirk-Uis now, it's hard to see him as a radical comedian on the cutting edge of South African satire.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 17th May 2019Eleanor Colville: Google Me
As seen and heard on BBC Radio 4 and BBC3, character comedian Eleanor Colville returns with her brand new one-woman show.
Brighton.co.uk, 17th May 2019Chris Grace interview
If you were paying attention at last year's Edinburgh Festival you might have heard about - or seen - a well-received show called Voldemort & The Teenage Hogwarts Musical Parody. If you missed out in 2018, then celebrations are in order, because it's back at the Fringe again this year.
Caro Moses, ThreeWeeks, 17th May 2019Videos
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11:30am30 min
Hugo Rifkind's Search For Power
Episode 3The journalist takes an offbeat look at the topic of authority, looking at groups deemed to be important and elite, and asking if they truly are as important as people think.
1:30pm30 min
The Funny Life Of...
Series 2, Episode 2 - Elaine C SmithJulia Sutherland is joined in conversation by the actor and comedian Elaine C Smith as she looks back over her life and career.
6:30pm30 min
The News Quiz
Series 99, Episode 6The wonderfully salty Miles Jupp is joined by broadcaster Julia Hartley Brewer and comedians Fred MacAulay, Neil Delamere and Geoff Norcott. Theresa May almost definitely agreed to step down as Prime Minister, Donald Trump declared a State of Emergency over Huawei and Alabama voted to outlaw abortion in almost every circumstance.
7pm30 min
Josh Berry's Fake News
Series 2, Episode 5Join impressionist Josh Berry as he says - forget the facts - it's fake news!
9pm30 min
Have I Got News For You
Series 57, Episode 7Comedian Rhod Gilbert guest presents. Fellow comedian Tom Allen & broadcaster Emma Barnett appear as panellists alongside team captains Ian Hislop & Paul Merton.
10pm40 min
Sliced
Series 1, Episode 3Naomi is rightly furious when she gets sent a rather saucy gift. Ricky gets propositioned whilst on a delivery, and Mario's looking for someone to have a bit of fun with.
10pm60 min
The Last Leg
Series 17, Episode 1Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker reunite live on Fridays with their honest and upbeat brand of satirical comedy as the UK continues the journey towards Brexit. Tonight's guests are Jonathan Ross and Katherine Ryan.
10:35pm50 min
The Graham Norton Show
Series 25, Episode 7 - Jack Whitehall with Gwendoline Christie, Luke Evans, Peter Crouch, David Walliams, Sam FenderGuest-hosted by Jack Whitehall. Gwendoline Christie talks about Game Of Thrones; Luke Evans says he had a 'pinch me' moment with Jennifer Anniston; Peter Crouch has a cheeky response for Prince Harry; David Walliams jokes about Simon Cowell; and Sam Fender performs live in the studio.