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Stainless Stephen Features

Comedy Chronicles: The comic that time forgot: The lives and deaths of Stainless Stephen

Sunday 3rd December 2023

One of the first British comedians to appear regularly on radio, Stainless Stephen was one of the busiest, best-loved and cleverest comedians in the country.

Bernie Clifton People

Bernie Clifton looks back at his career

Saturday 2nd December 2023

An interview with Bernie Clifton, as he publishes his autobiography. He reflects on the influence of Les Dawson, reducing the late Queen to tears, appearing on The Voice and retiring Oswald The Ostrich.

Disordered Radio

Comedy and mental health survival

Friday 1st December 2023

Magnus Mackintosh, the writer of Radio 4 sitcom Disordered, says the value of comedy as an art form is underappreciated within society.

Damien Warren-Smith Live

First Gig, Worst Gig: Damien Warren-Smith, AKA Garry Starr

Friday 1st December 2023

As he brings back the original Garry Starr vehicle, Damien Warren-Smith recalls clown inspirations and Berlin beginnings.

Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC Quiz

British Comedy Quiz #282

Wednesday 29th November 2023

How many years was Norman Stanley Fletcher sentenced to? If you remember the opening titles of Porridge, you'll be able to answer the first question in this week's quiz.

Rich Wilson Live

Rich Wilson interview: Crisis planning, insane podcasts and a bump

Tuesday 28th November 2023

A can-do sort of bloke, Rich Wilson even recorded a special on his honeymoon. But with a new show and a big Crisis benefit coming up, he's also prepping for an event that might just change everything.

The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Tom Good (Richard Briers), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC Features

Comedy Rewind: Back to basics on The Good Life

Sunday 26th November 2023

Initially conceived as a vehicle for comic actor Richard Briers, The Good Life has become an all-time British TV classic, as Comedy Rewind explains.

Dan Lees Live

First Gig, Worst Gig: Dan Lees

Friday 24th November 2023

He's bringing Edinburgh hit The Vinyl Countdown to Soho, but why won't Dan Lees listen to the odd albums he acquired?

Ivo Graham Live

Ivo Graham, Leila Navabi, Paddy Young - Mark Muldoon's Comedy Diary

Thursday 23rd November 2023

Ivo Graham is touring bigger venues following his Taskmaster 'achievements' - but how is the show stacking up? Also: We continue searching for the next big thing. This time it's the turn of newcomers Leila Navabi and Paddy Young.

The News Huddlines. Roy Hudd Quiz

British Comedy Quiz #281

Wednesday 22nd November 2023

Arnold Rimmer, Alf Garnett, Del Boy and Monty Python are amongst this week's question subjects.

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