From the creators of the record-breaking chart-topping comedy phenomenon 'The Ricky Gervais Show', The Ricky Gervais Guide To... is the best selling comedy audio podcast. Five volumes include: Volume 1 - Medicine - Ricky, Steve and Karl explore the treatment of human ailments through history. Volume 2 - Natural History - Explores the awesome beauty inherent in the natural world, drawing on observations by eminent biologists. Volume 3 - The Arts - The third authoritative analysis - join Ricky, Steve and Karl as they bring enlightenment to The Arts. Volume 4 - Philosophy - An exhaustive existential exploration, as they ponder the great philosophical axioms and concepts. Volume 5 - The English - In celebration of St. George's Day, Ricky, Steve and Karl take tea, maintain a stiff upper lip and comport themselves as fine examples of the Bulldog Breed.
Details:The autobiography everyone has been waiting for: a shockingly candid and raw confessional from an international treasure. The worlds most trusted and beloved television News Anchor, Ron Burgundy, pulls no punches in Let Me Off at the Top! Burgundy tells the tale of his humble beginnings in a desolate Iowa coal-mining town to his years at Our Lady Queen of Chewbacca High School to his odds-defying climb to the dizzying heights of Anchordom. In his very own words Burgundy reveals his most private thoughts, his triumphs - and his disappointments. His life reads like an adventure story complete with knock-down fights, beautiful women and double-fisted excitement on every page. He has hunted jackalopes with Bobby Kennedy and Peter Lawford, had more than his share of amorous exploits and formed the greatest on-air team in the history of televised news. Along the way, hes hobnobbed with people you wish you knew and some you honestly wish you didnt- celebrities, presidents, presidents wives, celebrities wives, dogs and, of course, Veronica Corningstone, the love of his life. This may well be the most thrilling book ever written, by a man of great physical, moral and spiritual strength and, not surprisingly, a great literary talent as well. We owe it to him, and to ourselves, to read it. Ideal for:A hilarious read for fans of the incredible film Anchorman and of course Will Ferrell! This hardback book has 223 pages and measures: 24 x 16 x 2.8cm.
Recorded at Brighton Dome as part of his twice extended sell-out Dingledodies tour (which played to over 125, 000 people), the show sees the star of Mock the Week (BBC Two) and Russell Howard s Good News (BBC Three) share his observations on life. Packed with his trademark mix of eloquent gags and deft storytelling this is the critically acclaimed show from one of the hottest names in stand-up.
This is the life story of one of the nation's favourite funny men, Dave Spikey. In this book, fans will be given an insight into the man behind the comedy. Centred around his personal experiences growing up and living in Lancashire, this funny memoir is filled with touching and laugh-out-loud anecdotes and family stories, from his childhood and adolescence, through his school days, to his first job and his medical career at Bolton General Hospital, as well as his early days in the crazy world of professional comedy. Self-deprecating, revelatory and told with real heart, this is an unmissable book not only for Dave's legions of fans, but also for aficionados of comedy and the North of England alike.
Critically acclaimed comedian Micky Flanagan presents the CD recording of his nationwide sell-out-tour, and best-selling debut DVD of 2011. Following much-lauded appearances on The Royal Variety Performance, Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow, Mock The Week and Live At The Apollo, Micky is the hottest property in comedy right now. An East End boy done good, Micky tells a rollicking tale of a working class upbringing where alphabetti spaghetti is a luxury much to the hilarity of the middle classes he now finds himself among - who dip bread in oil! Includes fantastic and infamous routines such as 'out, out', 'chicken children', 'going to America', 'the art of pulling' and 'ketchup'. This cheeky cockney strikes a chord with his captivating, plain-talking wit. You'll be crying with laughter! Contains strong language, not suitable for children.
A CD recording of Julian Clary live on stage. We know Julian from numerous radio and TV appearances but Julian live on stage is another matter. The material is just that bit broader, funnier and downright adult! Stuffed to the rim with innuendo, double entendres and smutty jokes, all laced with his devilish charm, this is a fantastic CD.
Stewart Francis is the Canadian comic famous for his razor-sharp one-liners and impeccable sense of timing. A TV regular on programmes such as Mock the Week, Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow and Live At The Apollo, Stewart has established himself as serious hot property on the comedy circuit, recently supporting Ricky Gervais as part of his Science tour. In this fantastic recording, Stewart brings us his Tour de Francis...a scenic ride full of gags from his fantastic British stand-up tour.
Everyone thinks they know Sid James ? the Carry On star and womaniser, who drank himself to death after the end of his affair with Barbara Windsor ? but despite hundreds of scandalous newspaper exposs the real story of this complex actor has never been told. Now, this fascinating biography lays bare the life of British entertainments most lovable rogue. Featuring never-before-published correspondence with Sids friends, family and colleagues, and exclusive tales from his inner circle, Robert Ross shows how a Jewish boy from South Africa grew up to become the archetypal wise-cracking cockney, and explores the many facets of a man who was variously a war hero, serial seducer, inveterate gambler and comic icon.
Few people would dispute that Peter Cook and Dudley Moore were two of the funniest men ever in the world of entertainment. The 22 tracks on this double CD are from the Not Only But Also era and show them at their very best - inventive, witty, clever and surreal. Tracks include: 'One Leg Too Few', 'Art Gallery', 'Lengths', 'A Bit Of A Chat', 'The Frog & The Peach' and 'Father & Son'.
Recorded in front of a packed house at the Liverpool Empire Theatre, it shows a man at the top of his game and illustrates why he has become one of the Nations favourite comedians. With an outlook that rings true with anyone and everyone, John is able to make his trials and tribulations of everyday life, from parenthood and middle age to supporting a football team, hilarious.