Opinion
Opinion, lists, analysis and more from our writing team, looking at some of the latest and greatest series from the small screen. Also home to our Pod People series on our favourite podcasts.
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ComedyICYMI: John Aggasild on Marion & Geoff
Stand-up and host of Glasgow's Vision Board night, John Aggasild takes a look at early-noughties hidden gem Marion & Geoff Read more »| 06 Jan 2020 -
ComedyICYMI: Amy Matthews on Smack the Pony
Scottish Comedy Award Best Newcomer Amy Matthews sheds some light on seminal late-90s sketch show, Smack the Pony Read more »| 29 Nov 2019 -
OpinionThe Skinny's TV shows of 2019
Nuclear apocalypse, a chronically depressed equine, and the most toxic family in the history of TV were among our favourite shows of the last 12 months Read more »| 27 Nov 2019 -
ComedyPlease can we talk about Harry Hill’s Clubnite?
The big-collared comedian strikes gold with his latest telly outing Read more »| 20 Nov 2019 -
ComedyICYMI: Elf Lyons on Documentary Now!
Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee and Chortle Student Comedy Award Winner Elf Lyons falls deep into genre-busting parody series Documentary Now! Read more »| 03 Oct 2019 -
ComedyICYMI: Planet Caramel on Sorry I've Got No Head
Scottish sketch comedy group Planet Caramel have a blast watching kids TV sketch show, Sorry I've Got No Head Read more »| 09 Sep 2019
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ComedyICYMI: Stephen Buchanan on I'm Alan Partridge
BBC New Comedy Award Winner Stephen Buchanan dives headfirst into the wonderful world of Partridge. Jurassic Park! Read more »| 23 Jul 2019 -
ComedyICYMI: Hari Kanth on The Mighty Boosh
BBC New Comedy Award Finalist Hari Kanth takes us on the ultimate journey through time and space as he takes a look at The Mighty Boosh Read more »| 12 Jul 2019 -
ComedyICYMI: Rachel Jackson on Amy Schumer's Growing
No room for haters here! Growing is all about love and loving for both its star Amy Schumer, and comedian and actor Rachel Jackson Read more »| 03 Jun 2019 -
ComedyICYMI: Christopher Macarthur-Boyd on Fleabag
Long live Fleabag creator and star Phoebe-Waller Bridge. May her knowing glances and wicked wit forever grace our screens 'cos she’s really good at it. Read more »| 26 Apr 2019 -
FilmEnd of an Era: Avengers: Endgame & Game of Thrones
It's time to quit worrying about your favourite piece of pop culture – whether its Game of Thrones, Avengers, or any other series – coming to an end and enjoy it while it lasts Read more »| 18 Apr 2019 -
ComedyICYMI: 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 -
OpinionAre 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 -
OpinionRicky 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 -
OpinionAn Interactive Bear Grylls Adventure
Bear Grylls is next up for Netflix's interactive storytelling format – to help you with your decision-making, we've crafted a little adventure for everyone's favourite Boy Scout Read more »| 19 Mar 2019