BCG Daily Saturday 2nd September 2023
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Will the Edinburgh fringe ever return to its pre-pandemic self? I hope not
Fresh from this year's jubilant festival, I'm not the only one hoping that it has given up its addiction to growth.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 2nd September 2023
British comedy's US disasters
As media continues to become more globally inclusive (largely thanks to the rise of streaming services) the idea of remaking anything to fit another culture is gradually becoming more of an outdated concept. But in the past, American TV producers have repeatedly tried and failed to remake many beloved British sitcoms with terrible consequences.
Jazzy Janey, The Comedy Blog, 2nd September 2023
Screw review
Channel 4 comedy-drama Screw avoids 'difficult second album syndrome' by ratcheting up the tension and building up the laughs.
Philip Cunnington, Edinburgh Evening News, 2nd September 2023
Johnny Flynn and Roisin Gallagher interview
Sky Atlantic's charming, absurd new romcom The Lovers isn't just about the sparks between its leads - it's in love with Belfast, too.
Jasper Rees, The Telegraph, 2nd September 2023Angus, Thongs And Perfect Snogging stars reunite
Angus, Thongs And Perfect Snogging stars delighted fans as they reunited 15 years after the first film.
Shan Ally, The Sun, 2nd September 2023AI took the stage. Here's what happened
A clown, a comic and a computer scientist walk into the Edinburgh Fringe festival. Can AI deliver a satisfying punchline?
Katie Collins, CNET, 2nd September 2023TV & radio
10am30 min
You're Dead To Me
Series 7, Episode 11 - HatshepsutGreg Jenner is joined by special guests Kemah Bob and Dr Campbell Price as they head back to Ancient Egypt to meet the unique and powerful ruler, Hatshepsut.
11am60 min
Fighting Talk
Series 21, Episode 1Rick Edwards takes over as host for the latest series of the sporting panel show. Joining him are football reporter Bianca Westwood, presenter David Alorka, broadcaster Dougie Anderson, and comedian & current Fighting Talk Champion of Champions Bob Mills.