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Abigail's Party. Image shows from L to R: Laurence (Tim Stern), Beverly (Alison Steadman). Copyright: BBC Quiz

British Comedy Quiz #159

Wednesday 23rd June 2021

This time: Mike Wozniak, Alan Partridge, Abigail's Party, Mrs Pike, and more.

Spaced. Image shows from L to R: Marsha Klein (Julia Deakin), Mike Watt (Nick Frost), Daisy Steiner (Jessica Hynes), Brian Topp (Mark Heap), Tim Bisley (Simon Pegg), Twist Morgan (Katy Carmichael) Features

Some great Spaced episodes

Tuesday 22nd June 2021

It was back in 1999 that the first episode of Spaced appeared on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom, introducing viewers to the characters of Tim, Daisy, Marsha, Mike, Brian and Twist.

8 Out Of 10 Cats. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Zeppotron Features

Who is the Funniest British Comedian?

Monday 21st June 2021

The title of the 'funniest British comedian' is often hotly debated. There is no definitive answer to the question... but here are four names who are often talked about.

Lee Evans - So What Now?. Image shows from L to R: Stuart (Steven O'Donnell), Lee (Lee Evans). Copyright: Little Mo Films Features

Comedy Rewind: Lee Evans - So What Now?

Sunday 20th June 2021

2001 comedy Lee Evans - So What Now? saw the stand-up star bringing his madcap energy to the world of sitcom.

The League Of Gentlemen. Alvin Steele (Mark Gatiss) Quiz

British Comedy Quiz #158

Wednesday 16th June 2021

Tommy Cooper, Rising Damp, Bob Mortimer and The League Of Gentlemen are amongst the topics in this quiz.

Dream Horse. Image shows from L to R: Jan Vokes (Toni Collette), Brian (Owen Teale). Copyright: Warner Features

Stop horsing around! Three horse racing jokes

Tuesday 15th June 2021

There are more jokes surrounding horses and racing than you might imagine. As Royal Ascot gets underway, here are three horse racing gags.

Alex Lynch Live

Random 8: Alex Lynch

Tuesday 15th June 2021

His podcast Out Of Character gives guests a novel test, but why did Alex Lynch have nightmares for Children In Need?

Big Zuu's Big Eats. James Acaster TV

James Acaster interview

Monday 14th June 2021

Ahead of appearing on Big Zuu's Big Eats, James Acaster talks about his love of food, and the benefits of having a pot-washing job when you're growing up.

Four Comedy Stooges Features

Comedy Chronicles: That's Me In The Corner - Four Comedy Stooges

Sunday 13th June 2021

You don't really see them these days: those odd, idiosyncratic, seldom-speaking comic characters whose entire raison d'être is to be the recurring butt of a well-known comedian's jokes. Go back forty years or more, however, and they were a common sight. Graham McCann looks at the careers of Jackie Wright, Johnny Vyvyan, Arthur Tolcher and Johnny Hutch.

Rosie Wilby Live

First Gig, Worst Gig: Rosie Wilby

Friday 11th June 2021

With her Breakup Monologues now on bookshelves, headphones and live stages, Rosie Wilby talks us through some great and gruesome gig memories.

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