British Comedy Guide

Michael Hogan

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Tommy Tiernan on missing Derry Girls, Irish unity, and comedy's right to offend

How did a stand-up best described as the missing link between Eddie Izzard and Roy 'Chubby' Brown become TV's go-to Irish dad?

Michael Hogan, The Telegraph, 18th May 2022

The Chris & Rosie Ramsey Show, review

A ramshackle affair held together with winning enthusiasm and sheer charm.

Michael Hogan, The Telegraph, 17th May 2022

Why a return to Doctor Who will regenerate Catherine Tate's career

One of our finest comic actresses deserves better than The Nan Movie or Hard Cell. Will a trip in the Tardis erase our memories of both?

Michael Hogan, The Telegraph, 16th May 2022

Dylan Llewellyn: ​''I call things wee​ ​when they're not even small​'

As the final Derry Girls series airs, its 'wee English fella' recalls his transition from schooldays struggling with dyslexia to being an honorary Irishman.

Michael Hogan, The Observer, 24th April 2022

Steve Coogan's TV roles ranked ... from worst to best

Paul Calf, Tommy Saxondale and a little known Norfolk radio presenter: as the actor returns to the screen in Channel 4's Chivalry, we ask which of his roles is the best.

Michael Hogan, The Guardian, 21st April 2022

Starstruck Series 2 review

Rose Matafeo makes a triumphant return as BBC Three's not-so-hidden gem really comes into its own.

Michael Hogan, The Telegraph, 5th February 2022

Jamie Demetriou: 'Crisps are the sensory soundtrack of childhood'

The actor, 34, on gherkins, slugs and choosing his own bedtime.

Michael Hogan, The Guardian, 18th December 2021

Michael Spicer review

The YouTuber drily responds to some chucklesome internet footage, and plays the part of a frustrated political adviser, in onstage re-enactments of his best clips.

Michael Hogan, The Guardian, 5th December 2021

The Royle Family's finest hour: The Queen of Sheba

On the 15th anniversary of The Royle Family's landmark episode, its cast remember making TV's funniest, most emotional hour.

Michael Hogan, The Telegraph, 2nd November 2021

Victoria Coren Mitchell interview

The writer, presenter and professional poker player on taking part in Taskmaster, her pub quiz dilemma and a life surrounded by comedians.

Michael Hogan, The Observer, 10th October 2021

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