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Radio schedule Saturday 11th June 2011

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am
180 min
Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!. Count Arthur Strong (Steve Delaney). Copyright: Komedia Entertainment

Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!

Count Arthur Speaks!, Highlights Special - Extra Strong - Count Arthur Speaks!

Count Arthur Strong talks about his life, work and inspiration. Not only does he shed a little light on his humble beginnings and showbiz lifestyle, but listeners also learn how he came by his title. Includes 5 of the best episodes from the show's six series.

Radio 4 12:30pm (repeat)
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Series 34, Episode 1

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis are joined by Mitch Benn, Jon Holmes, Laura Shavin and special guest John Finnemore for the first in a new series of the topical gang-show.

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 1:05pm (repeat)
Rhod Gilbert

Jest A Minute

Series 2, Episode 2

Rhod Gilbert is joined by team captains Chris Corcoran and Lloyd Langford and guests Markus Birdman and Steve Williams for the comedy quiz.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2pm (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Lurgi Strikes Britain: Dr Seagoon is sent to tackle a curious epidemic. First aired in 1954.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 1, Episode 11 - Under Fire

When Frazer is on fire watch, he believes he has spotted someone signalling to the enemy. The suspect claims he is innocent, despite his German-sounding accent and the fact his dog is called "Fritz".

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
What's So Funny?. Rufus Hound. Copyright: Unique Productions / BBC

What's So Funny?

Series 1, Episode 10

Rufus Hound talks comedy with Andy Nyman as they gossip, banter and review what is happening in the world of comedy this week.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!. Count Arthur Strong (Steve Delaney). Copyright: Komedia Entertainment

Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!

Count Arthur Speaks!, Highlights Special - Extra Strong - Count Arthur Speaks!

Count Arthur Strong talks about his life, work and inspiration. Not only does he shed a little light on his humble beginnings and showbiz lifestyle, but listeners also learn how he came by his title. Includes 5 of the best episodes from the show's six series.

Radio 2 logo 10pm
30 min
BBC New Comedy Award. Image shows from L to R: Patrick Kielty, Angela Barnes

BBC New Comedy Award

2011, Episode 2 - Semi Final 2

Tonight at The Komedia in Bath, six acts go head-to-head to see who will make it to the final. Taking part are Ian Smith, Pat Cahill, Chris Turner, Michael J Dolan, Andrew Ryan and Tez Ilyas.

Radio 2 logo 10:30pm (repeat)
Kevin Eldon

Hamilton's Ode-ssey

A BBC Radio 2 sitcom pilot about a poet written by and starring Kevin Eldon.

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