Jayde Adams plunges into neighbourhood disputes
...for a new Radio 4 comedy show and podcast
26/05/2022 … Jayde Adams is making a new Radio 4 comedy show and podcast delving into community WhatsApp groups and internet messageboards.
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Thu 26 May 2022
© Netflix Ricky Gervais 'has become a role model for the alt-right'
...so says his former support act Robin Ince
26/05/2022 … Robin Ince has warned Ricky Gervais that he is becoming a ‘pin-up for the alt-right’ as his comedy dehumanises trans people.
Is Peter Kay ready to announce a tour?
Report suggests arena stand-up dates ahead
26/05/2022 … Peter Kay is making a comeback with a huge arena tour, it has been reported today.
Wed 25 May 2022
© BBC Henry Normal tapes another Radio 4 special
Returning to his Nottingham hometown to discuss community
25/05/2022 … Henry Normal is to record a ninth instalment of his occasional Radio 4 series.
© Hat Trick Productions Jon Richardson to host Have I Got News For You
25/05/2022 … Jon Richardson is to host Have I Got News For You tomorrow – with plenty to talk about following Sue Gray's report into lockdown parties at No 10.
Marc Maron signs new WTF podcast deal
Acast to host and monetise the show for the next three years
25/05/2022 … Marc Maron has signed a three-year deal to host his hit WTF podcast on the giant Acast platform.
Paul Zerdin to tape a new live show
Comic's theatre fundraiser will be recorded
25/05/2022 … Former America’s Got Talent winner Paul Zerdin is to tape a live show for release as a special.
Comedians' artwork goes under the hammer
Pieces by Vic Reeves, Bec Hill, Spencer Jones, Miriam Elia and Simon Munnery
25/05/2022 … Artworks by comedians Vic Reeves, Bec Hill, Spencer Jones, Miriam Elia and Simon Munnery are going under the hammer for charity from tomorrow.