BCG Daily Thursday 16th June 2022
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Geoff Norcott: How I prepare for the Edinburgh Fringe
I am going to the Edinburgh Festival this August. That declaration could be said in a number of ways. Celebratory (unlikely). Showing off (possibly). Self-promotion (in there somewhere).
Geoff Norcott, The Spectator, 16th June 2022
Katherine Ryan claims colleagues on TV show were refused insurance because they were pregnant
Appearing on Lorraine today, Katherine spoke about how being in the industry was a "constant state of vigilance and assessment" and that she hadn't been trying to "name or out anyone".
Rose Hill, The Mirror, 16th June 2022
Iain Stirling signs up for Love Island's US version
Iain Stirling's distinctive commentary has been an essential part of Love Island since it launched in 2015. Now the comedian is to provide the voiceover for the US version of the reality TV show.
Chortle, 16th June 2022
Every episode of QI is now on BBC iPlayer
This is not a drill: every single episode of QI is now available to stream on BBC iPlayer. The long-running panel show is a fountain of Quite Interesting facts, with each season tackling topics from a different letter of the alphabet (currently ranging from A-S, with more episodes on the way, but not including the XL versions).
David Craig, Radio Times, 16th June 2022
Interview: David Baddiel - Funny Man
David Baddiel talks about getting fired up on Twitter, coping with his dad's death and how laughter keeps his marriage strong.
Kathryn Knight, Saga Magazine, 16th June 2022
How to write a sitcom script that doesn't suck
The road is long. And the way is hard. But we've established that you don't need qualifications or specialist expensive equipment - but because of that, everyone's a writer and it's competitive. But a good script is hard to find and will get you noticed. Honestly.
James Cary, Sitcom Geek, 16th June 2022
The Fringe is almost upon us, so embrace it
It doesn't seem that long away at all, and there's already people commenting in newspapers and social media. So I thought I had better join in.
Fiona Duff, Edinburgh Evening News, 16th June 2022
Brian And Charles review
A bit of whimsy is not enough to bring robot-buddy picture Brian And Charles to life.
Robert Abele, LA Times, 16th June 2022
Matt Forde: Clowns To The Left Of Me, Jokers To The Right review
Despite Matt Forde's position as one our foremost political comedians, he struggles to alchemise these apparently bottomless reserves of Westminster shitstormery into pin-sharp comedy.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 16th June 2022
The films showing sex workers in a new light
New films like Good Luck To You, Leo Grande are challenging cinematic tropes about sex workers. It's a refreshing change.
Rafa Sales Ross, BBC, 16th June 2022
Ian Katz: privatised Channel 4 will not be funny
Comedy was cited as a genre that he expects to come under threat from a private owner, citing risky commissions including Stath Lets Flats, Derry Girls, We Are Lady Parts and The Lateish Show With Mo Gilligan.
Marian McHugh, Broadcast, 16th June 2022
Patrick Kielty: Borderline - review
A witty and wise dissection of life's heavy-duty issues while not ignoring the silly stuff.
Jay Richardson, The List, 16th June 2022
Eryn Tett on forging her own chaotic path through the comedy scene
"I thrive on chaos".
Blizzard Comedy, 16th June 2022Edinburgh 2022: Pick of the Programme - Circus
With over 3000 shows now on sale for the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, trying to narrow down what to see can be a bit of a task. BWW reviewer Natalie O'Donoghue has selected her top ten picks across the festival programme to highlight the shows you really don't want to miss this year.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 16th June 2022Clive Andreson interview
It's an on-stage version of my podcast My Seven Wonders.
On The Mic, 16th June 2022Isabelle Farah interview
I have to be very careful about how much of myself I give and really look after myself when writing and performing.
On The Mic, 16th June 2022Lucy Porter interview
To be perfectly honest, I chose the title Wake-Up Call because I wanted to do the photoshoot for the poster in my pyjamas - I've found returning to proper clothes a bit of a challenge after lockdown.
On The Mic, 16th June 2022Richard Hardisty interview
In a nutshell, it's about my SILLY life and my SILLY brain and why I am the way I am, and the things I've gone through and what I've learned from those experiences that have helped me that I think might be of some value.
On The Mic, 16th June 2022Tom Ward interview
It's about all my obsessions really - love, music, identity, the planet.
On The Mic, 16th June 2022Videos
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6:30pm30 min
Thanks A Lot, Milton Jones!
Series 5, Episode 5 - Thanks Allotment, Milton Jones!Fed up with the local veg box delivery, Milton decides to get an allotment. But when's he smells something fishy, it's time to dig a little deeper.
9pm60 min
Taskmaster
Series 13, Episode 10 - The House QueensArdal O'Hanlon, Bridget Christie, Chris Ramsey, Judi Love and Sophie Duker compete, as the furious race to claim Greg Davies' gleaming golden head trophy reaches its glorious climax in the Taskmaster grand final. Able sidekick and administrator Alex Horne keeps tabs on everything with his usual relentless efficiency. Will Ardal wear that red leather jacket? Why would Sophie use chopsticks to remove valve caps? Why is Chris rapping about aubergines? Can Bridget whistle? And can Judi finally win an episode?
10pm50 min
CelebAbility
Series 6, Episode 1The game show returns, with team captain Scarlett Moffatt leading three friends hoping to win a slew of prizes by defeating Megan McKenna, Melvin Odoom, Jamie Laing and Josh Jones in a series of silly games based on the unusual abilities the celebs believe they possess.
10:30pm30 min
DMs Are Open
Series 1, Episode 5DMs Are Open sees show hosts Athena Kugblenu and Ali Official dissecting the big stories alongside Will Hislop, Meggie Foster and Tom Lawrinson. Tune in for sketches, one-liners and voice notes about over-eager tree surgeons, a Brexit nightclub and the gritty origin story of Donkey Kong.
10:45pm25 min
PRU
Episode 4The future of The Spring is under threat as the school inspector visits, whilst the kids take part in the annual PRU 'Bake Off'. What could go wrong?
11:10pm10 min
PRU
Documentary - Behind The ScenesDocumentary following production of the first series, featuring discussions on the open-casting process, script workshops and the actors' authentic portrayals of their characters.