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Would I Lie To You? At Christmas, review
Would I Lie To You? is a blissfully funny format, but it does highlight the dearth of real chat shows on TV.
Christopher Stevens, Daily Mail, 21st December 2021
Having a laugh with Lolly Adefope
One of London's funniest women has been nominated for a National Comedy Award, and to honour the occasion, we sat down with her to discuss all things comedy, star signs and what it takes to get into stand-up.
Jade Wickes, The Face, 21st December 2021
How to spot a comedy creep
As a female comic who's gigged in multiple cities and countries, I've encountered my share of Comedy Creeps. And the thing about Creeps is they tend to have very similar playbooks. I've put together a few tips on how to tell the difference between Comedy Creep and a legit promoter in the hopes that other women won't have to go through some of the stuff that I did.
Anita Senaratna, Funny Women, 21st December 2021
Ben Elton at the Harold Pinter Theatre review
Forty years after his debut as a stand-up, the comedian's still got it.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 21st December 2021
Christmas Strictly: interview with Mel Giedroyc & partner Neil Jones
"It took me about one second to decide, not even that."
BBC, 21st December 2021
New tour for Matt Forde
Matt Forde has announced his new 2022 tour, Clowns To The Left Of Me, Jokers To The Right.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 21st December 2021
The secrets of Mr Blobby's everlasting popularity
In a mission to pin down the indefatigable success of Mr Blobby, the i Newspaper spoke to fans and haters of the character that began as a prank on unwitting celebrities but has continued to deliver chaos for decades.
Jasmine Andersson, i Newspaper, 21st December 2021
Armando Iannucci: Veep writer on No 10's pandemic behaviour
Since the pandemic cancelled most of his film and television work, Iannucci has responded with a new book - a mock-epic poem about the government's handling of the crisis and his fears about the future. We asked him how he took on writing about something as deeply tragic as the pandemic.
Jon Snow, Channel 4, 21st December 2021
Michael Palin, Isy Suttie, Milton Jones on what they're grateful for
Writers, broadcasters and comedians share memories, family stories and the little things in life that bring them comfort at this time of year.
Kasia Delgado, i Newspaper, 21st December 2021
We Wish You a Mandy Christmas review
A 'festive special' with a splash of cynicism.
Carol Midgley, The Times, 21st December 2021
Have you heard? With Nish Kumar
We asked the comedian to help us out for our End of Year Singles Special!
DIY, 21st December 2021
Billy Connolly interview
'Parkinson's? I don't joke about it, but I'm light about it'.
Andrew Billen, The Times, 21st December 2021Videos
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5pm6 min
The A-Z Of Blackness
Episode 3 - G-JDane everything from G-J. Ranging from everything black spiritually to finding out just why black people love to put the letter H in front of everything.
6:30pm30 min
The Missing Hancocks
Christmas Special - The Christmas Eve PartyWhen Hancock throws a noisy party, his neighbours - full of the Christmas spirit - take him to court.
8pm120 min
Agatha Raisin
Christmas Special - Kissing Christmas GoodbyeDuring the dark, grey days of early December, the sleuth is obsessed by two things - the looming festivities, and her ex James Lacey. In order to drive the latter from her thoughts, Agatha concentrates on planning the perfect Christmas for her friends, but when there's a poisoning in the village, it's down to her to solve the case before the 25th rolls around.
9pm60 min
Landscapers
Episode 3Christopher opens up about his past as the couple's relationship with Susan's parents comes under the spotlight. Lancing and Wilkie have a breakthrough.
10pm60 min
Dating No Filter
Christmas Special - Under The MistletoeThe UK's funniest comedians return for the Christmas special, with unfiltered commentary as members of the public go on blind dates with a seasonal twist.