Comedians Jack Dee and Jake Lambert navigate challenges of Kyrgyzstan’s roads in 2025
This week’s top picks for comedy across TV, radio, and streaming feature a variety of hilarious and entertaining shows. One highlight is “World’s Most Dangerous Roads,” where Jack Dee and Jake Lambert embark on a thrilling journey through Kyrgyzstan’s wild terrains, facing dangerous mountain roads and a mysterious illness that threatens their trip. This episode airs on U&Dave at 8 pm, with episodes featuring Alex Brooker and Ellie Taylor in Java and a compilation episode hosted by Rhod Gilbert also available for streaming.
For charity, “The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer” presents stand-up Phil Wang, Sophie Willan, and Gbemisola Ikumelo competing against TV presenter Kate Garraway in a baking challenge on Channel 4 at 7:30 pm. In “Fantasy Park,” a documentary on Radio 4 at 7:15 pm, you’ll learn about a legendary radio spoof from 1975 that convinced American listeners of a fictitious rock festival with iconic musicians like the Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Elton John, and the Beatles. Mixing fake and actual archive material, this show produced by Jon Holmes and presented by Bob Harris explores this legendary event, dubbed the Woodstock version of War Of The Worlds.
On Monday, “Richard Osman’s House of Games” features comic Susie McCabe alongside TV presenter Scarlette Douglas, singer Max George from The Wanted, and wine expert Olly Smith on BBC Two at 6 pm. The following day, “Meet David Sedaris” on BBC Radio 4 at 6:30 pm presents witty essays by the American humorist, including a story about his unexpected invitation to join an international group of comedians at the Vatican for an audience with the Pope.
As the week progresses, Friday features the 69th series of “Have I Got News For You” with Alexander Armstrong hosting and guests Phil Wang and Steph McGovern on BBC One at 9 pm. Additionally, the comedy “Austin” follows the journey of children’s author Julian, played by Ben Miller, on a tour of Australia where he meets a young man named Austin claiming to be his son. Sally Phillips and Michael Theo star in this series on BBC One at 9:30 pm.
Ending the week, “Paddy and Nigel’s Tourist Trap” presents Paddy Raff and his alter-ego Nigel exploring Northern Ireland beyond the usual tourist spots, from the history-filled Moy in Co Tyrone to the woodlands of Forkhill in Co Armagh and the countryside of Ballybogey, Co Antrim. Joining the pair throughout the series are various guests including comedians like Mickey Bartlett and Russell Kane, to create an entertaining and unpredictable travelogue. Finally, the “Big Fat Quiz: Best Bits” compilation on Channel 4 at 10 pm showcases highlights from 20 years of the beloved quiz show, featuring famous guests like James Corden, Sarah Millican, and more, hosted by Jimmy Carr.