BCG Daily Wednesday 29th December 2021
Press clippings
Best of 2021: Comedy
Everybody in the comedy industry started out with so much hope that, finally, things could get back to normal in 2021 - and for a while they did, and there were some gems as live comedy returned to clubs and theatres.
Veronica Lee, The Arts Desk, 29th December 2021
Kiri Pritchard-McLean's GISDA Giggles 2 to take place in Bangor
Kiri Pritchard-McLean is organising a comedy night to support three LGBTQ+ youth clubs in Gwynedd.
Twm Owen, The National (Wales), 29th December 2021
When live comedy was illegal... 10 memorable gigs of 2021
Twelve months ago it seemed uncertain whether it would be possible to produce this annual list of my ten most memorable gigs. But lockdown eventually eased, and the resilience and sprightliness of the comedy world meant live gigs sprung back instantly. Even the Edinburgh Fringe took place - albeit in a slimmed-down version, more chilled and friendlier than normal, barely recognisable without its usual intensity.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 29th December 2021
John Thomson celebrates 15 years sober
The Salford-born actor and comedian was all smiles as he marked 15 years sober - and he said it's the 'greatest life changing decision' he's ever made.
Katie Fitzpatrick, Manchester Evening News, 29th December 2021
Jenny Eclair: I'm in uncharacteristic floods of tears over Love Actually
What sort of joyless person could possibly sneer at romcoms? Well, me - until 10 days ago.
Jenny Eclair, The Independent, 29th December 2021
What's it like to see your life story on TV?
Telling your story in a book is hard enough. But what if it ends up on screen? Adam Kay, writer of This Is Going To Hurt, and Dolly Alderton, who penned Everything I Know About Love, relive the shocks.
Duncan Barrett, The Guardian, 29th December 2021
6 reasons why Starstruck is the perfect show to start the new year
I'd be happy to have these two hilarious leads star opposite each other in every single rom-com I will inevitably be watching in 2022.
Danica Creahan, BuzzFeed, 29th December 2021
Simon Pegg and Nick Frost share snaps from reunion lunch
Nick Frost and Simon Pegg delighted fans on Tuesday as they shared social media snaps of themselves after enjoying a reunion lunch together.
Owen Tonks, Daily Mail, 29th December 2021
Rob Brydon reveals he thinks Uncle Bryn was gay
Gavin & Stacey star Rob Brydon has revealed he thinks his character Uncle Bryn was gay in the much-loved show.
Amelia Wynne, Daily Mail, 29th December 2021
Viewers claim Worzel Gummidge littered with 'crude sex jokes'
The BBC has come under fierce scrutiny after eagle-eyed Worzel Gummidge viewers claimed the kids' show was littered with sexual innuendos.
The Sun, 29th December 2021Podcasts
TV & radio
9:45am15 min
Just William - The Great Performer
Episode 3 - William The Great ActorWilliam befriends a famous actor staying in the village. William considers his own contribution to the Literary Society's play, off-stage sound effects, is the star role.
6:15pm15 min
Sandi Toksvig's Hygge
Series 2, Episode 3 - Andy HamiltonJoining Sandi Toksvig in her cosy log cabin today is comedian and writer Andy Hamilton.
7:15pm55 min
Worzel Gummidge
Christmas Specials - Calliope JaneSusan and John are excited when they learn that F R Peregrine's Travelling Fair is coming to Scatterbrook, and Worzel recalls the legend of a fairground organ that an send humans to sleep.
10pm45 min
Frankie Boyle's New World Order
New Year Special - Frankie Boyle's 2021 New World OrderFrankie Boyle is joined by Jamali Maddix, Sophie Duker, Susie McCabe and Miles Jupp.
10:45pm30 min
Frankie Boyle's New World Order
Frankie Boyle's 2021 New World Order, Highlights Special - Unseen & Best BitsHighlights and unseen footage from the most recent series, featuring Miles Jupp, Sophie Duker, Kiri Pritchard-McLean, Jamali Maddix, Ahir Shah and Desiree Burch.
11:30pm30 min
Breaking The News
2021 Specials, New Year Special - Breaking The YearDes Clarke, Jim Smith and guests Susie McCabe, Neil Delamere and Susan Riddell take a wry look back at the biggest stories and events of the year, from the end of lockdown to the rebirth of Scotland as a footballing force.