BCG Daily Monday 4th October 2021

Dom Joly interview

Dom Joly says dads cry over the empty nest too.

Interview: Kathryn Bond (Funny Women Writing winner)

We caught up with Kathryn to talk about winning, her creative process and her acceptance speech...

'Harmful' Chinese character removed from Walliams book

A new edition of The World's Worst Children will be released next year without the story Brian Wong, Who Was Never, Ever Wrong.

Review: Sidesplitter, by Phil Wang

While there's a smart pun in the title of Sidesplitter, he artfully argues for a shared humanity that crosses divides.

Emily Atack interview

As The Emily Atack Show returns for a second series, the star explains how she's using comedy to reclaim her sexuality, and why she'll never regret The Inbetweeners.

Comedy Store agency signs first new talent in 3 years

The Comedy Store has announced their first new signings in 3 years to the agency arm of their company: Kate Cheka, Michael May and Chin Wang.

Spitting Image sketch branded sexist

Spitting Image has been accused of sexism over a sketch about Labour leader Keir Starmer and MP Jess Phillips. In the sketch, the Phillips caricature makes crass comments such as, "Convene my Labour vag," and, "You wanna suck some f*****g milk from my big Labour t**s?" Near the end of the video, Starmer can also be seen calling Phillips a "Brummie tart".

Blankety Blank back with a bang

The return of the comedy quiz show attracted just under 5.3 million viewers, getting a 35.7% audience share.

Luke Kempner becomes father to daughter

Steph McGovern has announced the safe arrival of her pal and regular guest Luke Kempner's daughter on Steph's Packed Lunch as she told the audience that she has some "good news for the family".

John Challis: Funeral for Only Fools And Horses star

The wife of Only Fools And Horses actor John Challis says fans' outpouring of support has been "overwhelming" in the run-up to his funeral.

Chris Ramsey: 20/20 review

Comedy of the everyday is harder than it looks, but Ramsey is authentic, effervescent and self-effacingly frank. The content is light, but Ramsey knows how to sell it, with his luminous presence ensuring a jolly night out.

Olga Koch: Homecoming at WICF review

Overall it's another solid hour of stand-up from this smart, sassy, electric performer whose star continues to rise.

The Goes Wrong Show, BBC1, review

Despite the name, this gag-heavy spoof series rarely trips up.

Josh Widdicombe discovers he is related to Henry VIII

Josh Widdicombe was left shell-shocked as he found out he hails from English and French royalty on Who Do You Think You Are?.

Paul Ritter leaves £80,000 estate to his wife

Friday Night Dinner star Paul Ritter has left his entire £80,000 estate to his wife after dying from a brain tumour aged 54.

Dawn French looks unrecognisable after drastic hair cut

Dawn French looks unrecognisable after chopping her hair off.

The 63-year-old recently ditched her brown bob for short cropped look - and fans are loving the fact she's embracing her natural colour.

Emily Atack travels north for reunion with dad

Emily Atack enjoyed a reunion with her dad Keith over the weekend.

The comedian, 31, admitted she was feeling lonely as she tours the country so was delighted to spend time with family.