BCG Daily Wednesday 18th August 2021
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Interview: Kunt and the Gang
He talks about Britain's biggest cunt, Christmas chart success, Shannon Matthews: The Musical, and more... Plus, we host the first annual Cunt Awards.
David E. J. A. Bennett, Capers Magazine, 18th August 2021
Rob Auton interview
Auton looks forward to rescheduled Glasgow and Edinburgh shows.
Ross Crae, The Sunday Post, 18th August 2021
Harry Hill on Sean Lock
"The comedian's comedian who took us all by surprise".
Harry Hill, The Guardian, 18th August 2021
Piers Morgan shares joke Sean Lock made about him
"If I could have my ashes spread anywhere I wanted, I'd have them spread in Piers Morgan's eyes".
Isobel Lewis, The Independent, 18th August 2021
Comic dodged punch from heckler who wouldn't shut up
James Kilvington thought quickly on his feet as a heckler swung for him after he mocked her for talking on the phone.
James Hockaday, Metro, 18th August 2021
Bill Bailey pays tribute to 'dearest friend' Sean Lock
Speaking to 5 Live's Naga Munchetty, Bailey said he had been friends with Sean for 30 years with the pair going on family holidays together.
Naga Munchetty, BBC, 18th August 2021
People Just Do Nothing film is a fun misadventure
Like every other movie spin-off, People Just Do Nothing: Big In Japan is for people who can't get enough of these characters. Even in a story that feels like Spinal Tap lite, their antics will ensure the fanbase will get what they paid for.
James Luxford, City AM, 18th August 2021
Sean Lock obituary
Comedian known for his deadpan observational humour and as a longstanding team captain on TV's 8 Out Of 10 Cats.
Anthony Hayward, The Guardian, 18th August 2021
Sean Lock obituary
Writing comedy did not come easily, involving 'tedious hours straining over a blank sheet of paper trying to think of something funny'.
The Telegraph, 18th August 2021
My Teenage Diary is delightful & embarrassing as ever
The tenth series of Rufus Hound's hit show opens with Jane Horrocks and an adventurous "coming of age" holiday to Sorrento.
Anna Leszkiewicz, The New Statesman, 18th August 2021
Sean Lock obituary
Deadpan comedian and panellist on TV shows such as 8 Out Of 10 Cats who worked as a goat herder before finding fame.
The Times, 18th August 2021
Stephen Fry says best QI episodes always had Sean Lock
Stephen Fry has said that the best episodes of QI were the ones to star Sean Lock, as he spoke out after the comedy legend's death.
Louise Griffin, Metro, 18th August 2021
How Tony Way met Paul McCartney thanks to Sean Lock
"I met Paul McCartney because of Sean Locke [sic], just after meeting Sean himself," his Twitter post began. "He shouted 'Oi Paul!' Across Soho Sq, Paul waved back, came over and chatted for half an hour."
Tom Skinner, NME, 18th August 2021The Fringe an example of Adam Smith's "invisible hand"
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is the biggest arts festival in the world. But its incredible success isn't down to careful planning, says Dominic Frisby. It's the result of pure self-interest.
MoneyWeek, 18th August 2021Review: It's Your Funeral!
This book is really for everyone. Because - sorry to break it to you - everyone is going to die, and this book explains exactly how to prepare for that.
Gevera Bert Piedmont, BookTrib, 18th August 2021Videos
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2:15pm30 min
Angst!
Episode 3 - PlasticMicroplastics can be found everywhere, from the snows of Mount Everest to the placenta of unborn babies. They pollute our seas and the very air we breathe, threatening the future of the planet. So when a plastic-eating enzyme is created that can munch through an Evian bottle in 2.93 seconds, it should be a giant step in the fight against climate change. Or at least it would be if the enzyme wasn't self-replicating. And if it didn't fall into the wrong hands and end up at the bottom of the sea.
5pm
Almost Never
Series 3, Episode 6 - Spot The DifferenceWhen Harry refuses to attend a Wonderland event, the band is forced to improvise to cover his absence. With Fabio away, Chloe helps Sasha prepare for an interview.
6:30pm30 min
My Teenage Diary
Series 10, Episode 1 - Jane HorrocksIt's the first in the new series and Rufus Hound's guest is Ab Fab star Jane Horrocks. Jane's diary tells of sunny days and crazy nights at the disco on holiday in Sorrento back in 1980.
9pm60 min
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains
Series 2, Episode 1Rhod returns with the show in which he invites celebrities to revisit their teenage years, beginning with Jason Manford, Scarlett Moffatt and Dane Baptiste.
10pm30 min
This Way Up
Series 2, Episode 6The approach of the first Covid lockdown casts a shadow. A tragic loss has lasting repercussions, and Aine's friendship with Bradley is stronger than ever. Shona prepares for Vish to come home.
10:15pm60 min
11pm15 min
Jordan Brookes On...
Episode 4 - Mental HealthJordan won the Edinburgh Comedy Award in 2019 but did it make him happy? In this episode, Jordan talks about his own mental health struggles and how they have affected his life. Comedian (and friend) Sunil Patel provides any audio description that might be required.
2am60 min
A League Of Their Own
Series 16, Episode 1The sports-based comedy quiz returns, with Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Romesh Ranganathan joined by Tom Davis, Maisie Adam, George North and Laura Woods.