Opinion
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OpinionICYMI: Ashley Storrie on Murphy Brown
Extra! Extra! Stand-up Ashley Storrie gives us the inside scoop on trendsetting newsroom sitcom Murphy Brown Read more »| 11 Apr 2019 -
Tv RadioAre these really the best British sitcoms?
The Radio Times' recent poll on the Best British Sitcoms of all time is full of tired, toothless shows that lack innovation and edge. The Skinny team suggest some alternatives Read more »| 10 Apr 2019 -
Tv RadioRicky Gervais is trolling us with After Life
Some commentators may find Ricky Gervais’ new series After Life hopeful, but behind saccharine guitar music and rousing declarations, it's the same old bullshit from the 'maverick' jokester Read more »| 04 Apr 2019 -
OpinionBest Heckle: Krystal Evans
Love them or hate them, heckles happen to even the most experienced comics, and Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year 2019 finalist Krystal Evans is no stranger to audience jibes Read more »| 25 Mar 2019 -
OpinionICYMI: Richard Hanrahan on Hi-de-Hi!
Each month, we ask one of Scotland's finest alternative comedians to delve into the world of 'classic comedy telly' – this month, Richard Hanrahan says hello to holiday camp sitcom Hi-de-Hi! Read more »| 13 Mar 2019 -
OpinionFringe Dog's Glasgow Comedy Festival guide
Fringe Dog runs away from home to give us a guide to Glasgow International Comedy Festival Read more »| 11 Mar 2019
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OpinionStill Game, BBC Scotland, and the future of TV comedy
Launching a new TV channel in 2019 sounds like an idea that'd need a battalion of loyal support. Lucky for BBC Scotland, its rabbit’s foot is the premier of Still Game's final series. But will this impact future comedy content for the channel? Read more »| 18 Feb 2019 -
OpinionICYMI: Mara Joy on Toast of London
Mara Joy of The Spontaneous Players delves into the ridiculous world of Steven Toast. Are we excited? "Yes. Yes. Yeeeeeessss." Read more »| 05 Feb 2019 -
OpinionICYMI: Amelia Bayler on The Young Ones
In this new series, we ask comedians to get a hold of some cult comedy they've never seen before. First up, rising star of the Scottish circuit Amelia Bayler drops some truths on the alternative comedy catalyst Read more »| 18 Jan 2019 -
OpinionOur Favourite Comedy Moments from 2018
From stand-up at the Fringe and across the Atlantic, to the funniest specials on TV and within paperback thrillers, our comedy team found a lot to smile about in 2018 Read more »| 19 Dec 2018 -
OpinionFringe Dog's Christmas Gift Guide
The Christmas gift guide for humans on a budget, as curated by Fringe Dog Read more »| 07 Dec 2018 -
FestivalsComedians on their Fringe Bugbears
From revolting rooms to soggy sarnies, we speak to several Fringe folk about what really grinds their gears in August Read more »| 01 Aug 2018 -
FestivalsJohn Dowie: Before Comedy Captured the Edinburgh Fringe
Ahead of his appearance at Fringe by the Sea with his memoir, John Dowie speaks to The Skinny about being the first solo comedian in Edinburgh Read more »| 27 Jul 2018 -
FestivalsEdinburgh Fringe 2018: What the Star Ratings Mean
While digging through Edinburgh Fringe comedy reviews, canine critic Fringe Dog uncovers a scandal Read more »| 06 Jul 2018 -
ComedyThe Darkest Animation: Monkey Dust
With animated comedies on the ascent, Emma O'Brien looks back at Monkey Dust, one of the genre's most overlooked gems Read more »| 04 Jul 2018