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Scott Bennett's Stand-up Show on Radio 4

This week’s highlight in comedy includes Scott Bennett's stand-up show airing on BBC Radio 4, featuring a personal story about his daughter’s battle with congenital hyperinsulinism.

Comedy on TV, Radio, and Streaming

Here is a selection of top comedy shows to watch and listen to this week:

Richard Osman's House of Games

Contestants include comedian Ashley Storrie, journalist Krishnan Guru-Murthy, TV zoologist Megan McCubbin, and EastEnders actor Adam Woodyatt.
BBC Two at 6pm.

Mark Steel’s In Town

Mark Steel visits Lerwick, the main town on the Shetland Islands, to perform a special routine for locals.
BBC Radio 4 at 6.30pm.

Leanne Morgan: Unspeakable Things

Leanne Morgan returns to Netflix with her second stand-up special, known for her folksy humor about family life.
The special follows her 2023 show "I'm Every Woman" and a self-titled sitcom produced by Chuck Lorre.

Scott Bennett: Blood Sugar Baby

An adaptation of Bennett’s stand-up show focusing on his daughter’s rare genetic illness, congenital hyperinsulinism.
BBC Radio 4 at 6.30pm.

BBC New Comedy Awards

Contestants Charlie Ashton, Murph, Zoe Cousin, Ciara O'Connor, and Shugufta Choudhry compete in Newcastle.
Judged by Phil Dunning, Dan Tiernan, and Fatiha El-Ghorri.
BBC Three at 9pm.

Have I Got News For You

Katherine Ryan hosts with Maisie Adam as one of the panellists.

"An adaptation of the comic’s stand-up show about how his daughter fell ill with a rare genetic condition called congenital hyperinsulinism."

Summary: Scott Bennett's heartfelt stand-up about his daughter's rare illness joins a strong lineup of diverse comedy shows across TV, radio, and streaming this week.

Chortle Comedy — 2025-11-02