Comedy of the Week
BBC Radio 4Brighten your week with the latest BBC Radio 4 comedy.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 52 | Founded | 16 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Comedy | |||
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- Audience sound effects?!
I don’t need canned audience laughter and applause, it’s a podcast, I actually want to hear the dialogue.
Apple Podcasts2JesCuz907
United Statesa month ago This is a great podcast. I especially liked the one with collaboration with Dr Matt on collaboration. His job is crying out for an app to help even more people connect with the details of matching tissues and cells. Relying on chance meetings at ransom events is hardly the best way to get connected
Podcast Addict5a month agococobiskitz- Rarely worth bothering with
There have been many fine comedy series from BBC Radio 4 over the years. There has never been one good new one a week. This podcast demonstrates this tactical error on an almost weekly basis.
Apple Podcasts2User872
Sweden2 months ago - A selection of mostly drivel as in Sunil Patel, Ashley Storrie and Julian Clary. More Miss Than Hit
Alexei Sayle, Alfie Moore and Call Jonathan Pie stand out among the dross and its getting worse.
What ever happened to the great R4 comedy of yore like Our Brave Boys and No Commitments?
Apple Podcasts1Mac an tSionnaighUnited States2 months ago - A selection of mostly drivel as in Sunil Patel, Ashley Storrie and Julian Clary. More Miss Than Hit
Frank Skinner, Alexei Sayle, Alfie Moore and Call Jonathan Pie stand out among the dross and its getting worse.
What ever happened to the great R4 comedy of yore like Our Brave Boys and No Commitments?
Apple Podcasts1Mac an tSionnaighUnited States3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #78 |  United Kingdom/Comedy |
Apple Podcasts | #198 |  Canada/Comedy |
Apple Podcasts | #103 |  Australia/Comedy |
Apple Podcasts | #172 |  Italy/Comedy |
Apple Podcasts | #207 |  Germany/Comedy |
Apple Podcasts | #250 |  New Zealand/Top Podcasts |
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What is Comedy of the Week about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A sharp, panel-driven comedy show that blends topical politics, current events, and everyday absurdities with rapid-fire banter and crowd-work. Episodes frequently feature a rotating cast of comedians and guest contributors who riff on headlines, social media culture, and humorous takes on modern life, while hosting segments that mix satire, sketches, and lighthearted games. Notable for its lively tone, meta-commentary on pranks and media narratives, and a knack for turning timely topics into quick-fire humor, it often ends with a teaser for upcoming installments and a collage of bits that stick with listeners.
What stands out is the balance between political satire and accessible, relatable humor, plus a roster of recognizable guest comed... more
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Comedy of the Week launched 16 years ago and published 52 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Comedy of the Week include:
1. Ashley Storrie
2. Harriet Kemsley
3. Kyrah Gray
4. Amy Annette
5. Helen Bauer
6. Tabitha Beckworth
7. Stuart Laws
8. Femi Baden
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