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This page lists all the articles, interviews and other features BCG has published. There are more than 4,000 articles to read in this section.   RSS feed

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One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC Features

Classic Comedy Year: 1990

Monday 10th March 2014

A look back at 1990, the year that saw Mrs Thatcher leave No 10, the Buckets and Meldrews appear on television and Jim Davidson on the verge of a Big Break.

Frank Skinner Live

Frank Skinner interview

Wednesday 5th March 2014

With his first stand-up show in 5 years now ready to tour, Frank Skinner talks about life, sitcoms, his changing comedy and art.

W1A. Image shows from L to R: Simon Harwood (Jason Watkins), Siobhan Sharpe (Jessica Hynes), Tracey Pritchard (Monica Dolan), Ian Fletcher (Hugh Bonneville). Copyright: BBC TV

Meet the characters in W1A

Tuesday 4th March 2014

An introduction to the characters who will appear in W1A, the BBC-based spin-off from hit sitcom Twenty Twelve. This feature includes video interviews with some of the cast.

Marlon Davis Live

Marlon Davis: My Comedy 11

Monday 3rd March 2014

Football Manager obsessed stand-up Marlon Davis has imagined a fantasy team comprising of his hero comedians.

Donald MacLeod Live

Financial actuary to attempt 'most jokes in an hour' world record

Thursday 27th February 2014

Donald MacLeod, who works as Head of Actuarial at the finance company Scottish Friendly, is on the 5th March going to attempt to beat the world record for the most jokes told in an hour.

Richard Ayoade Shop

Richard Ayoade signs 3-book deal with Faber

Wednesday 26th February 2014

Actor, director and comic Richard Ayoade has signed a three-book deal with publishing house Faber & Faber. The first will be released this November.

Haunted House Prank Shop

David Bussell's Haunted House Prank

Tuesday 25th February 2014

Here's a funny extract from David Bussell's pranks and anecdotes book 'But... You're A Horse'. He tries to sell his house with photos featuring a creepy dummy. Read the email exchange he had with a potential buyer.

Scott's Lookalikes. Greg Ash Features

Scott's Lookalikes web series - interview

Monday 24th February 2014

BCG chats to Scott Johnson, the star of a new web series set around a celebrity lookalike business.

Ellie Taylor Live

Ellie Taylor interview

Monday 24th February 2014

Ellie Taylor talks about her new radio show, and reveals who in the comedy world she would Snog, Marry and Avoid.

This Is Jinsy. Image shows from L to R: Maven (Justin Chubb), Sporall (Chris Bran). Copyright: The Welded Tandem Picture Company TV

This Is Jinsy interview

Saturday 22nd February 2014

With Series 2 of the distinctive and striking This Is Jinsy out now on DVD, we discuss the show with creators and stars Chris Bran and Justin Chubb.

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