In 2019 it seems that the ever-pressing and moral issue of charity remains a dominant thread running through the television schedule. The month of March has always been associated with red noses and more recently sporting achievement but now Channel … Read More
Forever in the political crossfire over the justification of the license fee, the BBC has undeniably endured some recent tough times in relation to its purpose and position in modern society. Yet its constant ability to laugh at itself and … Read More
So, the time is upon us once again when Britain dons those infamous red noses and does ‘something funny for money’ in aid of Comic Relief. I am well aware that I’ve already written a few things on this subject … Read More
Last Friday, you may have seen my face sprayed across the homepage of the BBC website in a bizarre twist of fate where I became an overnight internet sensation…even if it was for 24 hours! This began when I … Read More
The late, great Clive Swift
In the week when the comedy world bid farewell to comedy actor Clive Swift, it seems the perfect opportunity to reflect upon and celebrate his most celebrated role as the downtrodden but ever-reliable Richard … Read More
It seems that 2019 has continued in the same vein as 2018 ended in taking some of our most beloved TV faces from the golden era of Light Entertainment and as this generation slowly fades away, it’s a tidy reminder of the laughter and excitement that these stars brought into our living rooms. On the 17th January 2019 sitcom fans all over Britain woke to the sad news that comedy actor Windsor Davies had passed away at the age of 88 leaving a legacy of laughter in his wake.Read More
As the dust settles on 2019, our attention turns to the treats and surprises that the new year will bring and for our television viewing, that’s no exception. Yet with so much selection, it’s sometimes difficult to know what to … Read More
As we bid farewell to 2018, there was the usual review of the year which featured a celebration of those stars who we sadly lost in the past twelve months. Yet ironically one of the most significant passings, which … Read More
In such fast moving, exciting times with 360 content at our fingertips, it’s hard to imagine a time before unlimited choice. Online streaming services and e-content have made a massive impact to the way people consume television and this Christmas … Read More
As we settle in to the season of overindulgence, television has once again pulled out all the stops for another fantastic feast of entertainment which acts as the perfect crescendo to the year. But with so much choice, where do … Read More
