Comedy uncovered - the stories behind the humour. A Seriously... collection.
Greg Proops looks back at the life of Bob Hope, whose career spanned the 20th century.
David Schneider looks back at the history of British Jewish comedy.
The cellist Steven Isserlis explores the silence of his idol, Harpo Marx.
Exploring the legacy of musician and broadcaster Jack Jackson.
Fifty years since Lenny Bruce died, Mark Steel explores his legacy in the 21st century.
As Private Eye nears 50, Michael Crick traces its ups and downs and assesses its impact.
Henning Wehn explores the story of one of Monty Python's most bizarre adventures.
Natalie Haynes attempts to find the algorithm to determine the perfect joke.
Roger Law, co-creator of Spitting Image, discovers South Africa's satirical puppets.
