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Dave Cohen
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Freelance Writer, BBC
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crime, finance, business, court
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By Dave Cohen Verified| British Comedy Guide Verified What's next for topical comedy? Part 2 of Dave's deep dive looks at how Twittification almost killed the funny news industry. Last week I asked how we can continue to create topical comedy during this relatively rare moment in the country's history. Normally I wouldn't expect a new government to make any difference. But there were a number of recent changes in how we watched comedy that made me worry about how we make it in the future.
By Dave Cohen Verified| British Comedy Guide Verified Topical humour has been a staple of British comedy for decades and remains one of the most significant ways in which to forward your writing career. In the first of a three-part series, Dave Cohen charts the journey of jokes about the news and looks to the past for clues about what the future holds. I'm officially an extremely old git - this year I've joined Paul Weller, Kate Bush and Lenny Henry down the cyber Post Office to pick up my old age pension.
By Dave Cohen Verified| British Comedy Guide Verified What's next for topical comedy? Part 2 of Dave's deep dive looks at how Twittification almost killed the funny news industry. Last week I asked how we can continue to create topical comedy during this relatively rare moment in the country's history. Normally I wouldn't expect a new government to make any difference. But there were a number of recent changes in how we watched comedy that made me worry about how we make it in the future.
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BBC
BBC News is the news division of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), established in 1922. It is the largest broadcast news organization in the world, employing around 5,500 journalists and 7,000 staff globally. The organization produces over 120 hours of content daily across radio, television, and digital platforms, with its headquarters located in London and 50 international bureaus staffed by more than 250 foreign correspondents. BBC News provides comprehensive news coverage through its TV channel, regional programs, and specialized services. It delivers news via BBC Radio 4, BBC World Service, and local stations, while its digital platforms offer live updates and multimedia content. The division produces flagship news programs, in-depth documentaries, and podcasts, catering to both UK residents and international audiences. Funded primarily by the UK television license fee, BBC News focuses on delivering impartial news without subscription fees for its core services.
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Founded: 1922