The News Quiz
This is an imaginary version of the News Quiz on BBC Radio 4 with past panellists and hosted by Sandi Toksvig. Host: Sandy ToksvigNewsreader: Peter Donaldson (eternally booming from the archives)Panel: Jeremy Hardy, Andy Hamilton, Francis Wheen, Mark Steel News Quiz Week (Ending 26th September) The News Quiz (Mock 2025 Continue Reading
The Enduring Legacy of I, Claudius
BBC2’s I, Claudius (1976) immerses viewers in ancient Rome through the life of Tiberius Claudius Drusus Nero Germanicus. Adapted from Robert Graves’ novels, the series excels in character-driven storytelling, showcasing themes of ambition and betrayal. Its powerful performances, especially Derek Jacobi’s Claudius, ensure its lasting relevance and acclaim.
‘Shifty’ and the Shattered Mirror of Britain’s Past
In an age where reality feels more like a negotiated consensus than an objective truth, Adam Curtis returns with Shifty, a bold five-part documentary series that delivers a uniquely British post-mortem on society’s gradual unravelling. Curtis, the ever-polarising documentary-maker, again deploys his signature arsenal: a swirling collage of archive newsreels, Continue Reading
“Who Do You Think You Are Kidding, Mr. Hitler?” – How Dad’s Army Won Over a Nation
In the winter of 1968, as the smell of coal smoke clung to the air and the Beatles threatened to break up, a new type of war story was about to invade the British airwaves. But this one wasn’t about heroics or medals—no, this was a war story that dared Continue Reading
Billie Piper Returns to ‘Doctor Who’ in Shocking Regeneration Twist
In a twist that left fans reeling, the season finale of Doctor Who unveiled a dramatic regeneration: Ncuti Gatwa’s Fifteenth Doctor transformed into a character portrayed by Billie Piper, the actress renowned for her role as Rose Tyler. This unexpected development has ignited fervent speculation about Piper’s potential new role Continue Reading
BBC Three’s “IDEAL” Review
“Ideal” is a British television series that aired on BBC Three from 2005 to 2011. Created by Graham Duff, the show is a dark comedy that revolves around the life of a pot dealer named Moz, played by Johnny Vegas. The series is set in Manchester and captures the chaotic Continue Reading
