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BCG Daily Friday 13th December 2024

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Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Nessa (Ruth Jones), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

I'm still recognised for my cult Gavin & Stacey scene

She appeared in just one scene of Gavin & Stacey, but Catrin-Mai Huw still gets recognised for her role in the show.

Rosie Mercer, BBC, 13th December 2024
Have I Got News For You. Ian Hislop

Ian Hislop bandaged after being hit by electric bike

Ian Hislop was hit by an electric bike as he crossed the road, leaving him needing medical treatment and a head bandage.

Milo Pope, Daily Mail, 13th December 2024
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows left to right: Smithy (James Corden), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Credit: Tidy Productions, Fulwell 73 Productions, BBC, Tom Jackson

Inside new Gavin & Stacey Christmas special

Ahead of its hugely anticipated Christmas Day return, I have been invited down for an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at Gavin & Stacey.

The Sun, 13th December 2024
Steve Delaney

Count Arthur Strong Is Charles Dickens In A Christmas Carol review

A unique take on a familiar festive tale.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 13th December 2024
Edinburgh Fringe 2022 - It's Great To Be Back

Edinburgh Fringe Society hikes its ticket commission 25%

The charity behind the world's biggest arts festival is increasing the cut it takes on sales from its box office from four to five per cent from next year. In more positive news for performers, it has vowed to freeze registration fees for yet another year, and pledged to to the same in 2026, meaning this cost will not have risen in 20 years. The full £393 fee would now be £648 had it keep up with inflation.

Chortle, 13th December 2024
Milton Jones. Copyright: Steve Ullathorne

Milton Jones interview

Comedy star brings Ha!Milton to all corners of the nation.

Stuart Rolt, BN1 Magazine, 13th December 2024
John Kearns

John Kearns on straddling the cult and the mainstream

"Take the wig and teeth off? That's what everyone would do... not me!"

Jay Richardson, Chortle, 13th December 2024
Chris McCausland

Daring Strictly routines and wit - what's next for Chris McCausland?

The blind comedian, who is in the running to win the Strictly Come Dancing title, has extended his tour Yonks! and could see a raft of offers for TV roles.

Alex Farber, The Times, 13th December 2024
Liam Withnail

My favourite holiday: Liam Withnail

Withnail recalls how a dreaded stag adventure in the world capital of hedonism took a playful turn.

Liam Withnail, The List, 13th December 2024
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

When the Jolly Boys went to Margate: Inside David Jason's favourite Only Fools episode

The Trotters' Xmas trip to the beach had pathos, an exploding coach and Rodney punching a yuppie. Thirty-five years on, it's still a classic.

Tom Fordy, The Telegraph, 13th December 2024

Robin Hood pantomime at The London Palladium - review

The London Palladium pantomime has scored another bullseye!

Tom Millward, What's On Stage, 13th December 2024

Adam Riches and John Kearns ARE Ball and Boe review

Although the hour never drags, there are a few slow moments, like the Naughty or Nice skit, that aren't particularly funny or clever.

Richard Maguire, The Reviews Hub, 13th December 2024

Videos

TV & radio

BBC Radio Scotland 1:30pm
30 min
Breaking The News. Des Clarke. Copyright: BBC Studios

Breaking The News

Series 29, Episode 10

Des Clarke is joined by guests Felicity Ward, Geoff Norcott, Josie Long and Raymond Mearns.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The Naked Week. Andrew Hunter Murray

The Naked Week

Episode 3

The team look at the week's news and, while trying understand how rebels took Syria so quickly, a military strategist helps us to take the Warwickshire stronghold of Nuneaton. Plus Rupert the Jorkiepoo helps solve the prison overcrowding crisis.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 8pm
60 min
Junior Taskmaster

Junior Taskmaster

Episode 6 - You Can't Milk A Pigeon

It's the first semi-final, which means we're getting dangerously close to finding out who'll be taking home Junior Taskmaster Rose Matafeo's golden bonce. The contestants are on tenterhooks, Rose is scrutinising their every move, and Rose's assistant Mike Wozniak has even combed his moustache. Our semi-finalists perform a poem about their favourite celebrity and tell some secrets to a milkman called Mark.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Stephen Mangan

Have I Got News For You

Series 68, Episode 10

Stephen Mangan guest hosts. Liberal Democrats leader Ed Davey makes his debut appearance, as does comedian Rachel Parris.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
65 min
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 31, Episode 8

Adam, Josh and Alex are joined by Jameela Jamil and Fin Taylor.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10:30pm
30 min
Breaking The News. Des Clarke. Copyright: BBC

Breaking The News

Series 3, Episode 10

Join Des Clarke and guests Felicity Ward, Geoff Norcott, Josie Long and Raymond Mearns as they offer their own take on the last seven days.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:40pm
50 min
The Graham Norton Show. Image shows left to right: Daniel Craig, Nicola Coughlan, Graham Norton, Jesse Eisenberg, Kieran Culkin

The Graham Norton Show

Series 32, Episode 11 - Daniel Craig, Jesse Eisenberg, Kieran Culkin, Nicola Coughlan, Flo

Daniel Craig says he couldn't have made Queer while he was still doing Bond, Nicola Coughlan can't say anything about Doctor Who, Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin talk about their new movie, and Flo performs live in the studio.

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