British Comedy Guide

Margaret Cabourn-Smith

  • English
  • Actor, writer and comedian

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50 funny podcasts to make you feel much better

Has your daily walk become an endless trudge to nowhere? These podcasts, chosen by comedians, podcasters, Guardian writers and readers, are guaranteed to bring a smile to your face.

The Guardian, 5th April 2021

John Finnemore's Flying Visit review

As a darling of Radio 4, and with several awards to his name too, John Finnemore is right up there as one of the country's most successful comics. His appeal has always mystified me, though, and his debut tour show did nothing to change that, rarely raising above the limp and extremely ordinary.

The Telegraph, 3rd December 2019

Brexit review

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 20th June 2019

The Half interview

A show about entertainment industry sexism and the dynamics of double acts is making Edinburgh audiences laugh and sob. Its writer and stars tell all.

Alex Needham, The Guardian, 24th August 2018

50 shows to see at the Edinburgh fringe 2018

Superstar standups, daring dance, Brexit cabaret and a Bon Jovi musical ... Dive into our guide to some of the shows at the world's biggest arts festival.

Brian Logan and Chris Wiegand, The Guardian, 29th June 2018

The Penny Dreadfuls: Le Carré On Spying preview

Take out the radio receiver concealed in your shoe and tune in.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 8th July 2017

The Penny Dreadfuls to present spy spoof on Radio 4

Comedy group The Penny Dreadfuls are to perform Le Carré On Spying, a new special as part of their long-running collaboration with Radio 4.

British Comedy Guide, 16th May 2017

Claudia Winkleman hosts Do The Right Thing TV pilot

Claudia Winkleman hosted the TV pilot of Do The Right Thing, a Channel 4 try-out based on the hit panel show podcast.

British Comedy Guide, 10th November 2016

Do The Right Thing podcast gets TV pilot

A TV version of Do The Right Thing, the hit panel show podcast, is being developed.

British Comedy Guide, 13th October 2016

Do the Right Thing review

A refreshing show that sets out to solve the general public's common dilemmas - but often just waffles on with joyous bad taste.

Hannah Verdier, The Guardian, 8th September 2016

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