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Frank Skinner

Mark Lawson, in one of his occassional BBC Four interviews, talks to Frank Skinner (pictured) to find out more about his long career. Lawson explores what drove him to succeed in stand-up, broadcasting and writing. Skinner also talks candidly about his personal life, including his former alcoholism. BBC Four, 10pm.

Also today: the characters from Shameless find themselves stuck underground as this half of this year's series comes to an end; and more from CBBC's jolly sitcom Pixelface. Radio offerings include Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show. Schedule

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Behind Watson & Oliver

In this web video, Lorna Watson and Ingrid Oliver talk about filming their cafe-based sketches. Watch

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On The Ropes

A new comic mockumentary based around the world of martial arts is out on DVD next month. Trailer

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