Secret Policeman's Ball – Deary me that was terrible. I caught Channel 4's broadcast (which I understand was missing a lot of material) and most of it was devoid of laughs. I did like the Boosh and the chap from the Hollow Men's miming. Russell Brand can be a bit hit or miss for me, but I liked his bit too. Even if I was distracted by trying to work out what percentage of his personality is Frank Spencer. At least he's getting material out of the pruient interest in his ubiquity. Sarah Silverman was OK, more for the reaction of an audience unfamiliar with her material. But for me that material was overly familiar. And her delivery of it has gotten weaker in stand up terms. She's gotten better as an actress, but it seems to have sapped the energy of her stand up.
Never Mind The Buzzcocks – That's better. Changing the presenter has suddenly made this seem fresh again. Mark Lamarr had looked bored of it for the last 5 years. Hasn't he pretty much given up on comedy now anyway? Also Jupitus looks sizes smaller. Surprising return to form all told.
30 Rock – This is still good. In fact getting better, as Fey seems to relax into the role. Strange that Jane Krakowski seems to have been sidelined somewhat. But if it means more Jack McBrayer, Scott Adsit and Judah Friedlander that seems OK. But still odd. Also has Rachel Dratch been doing different characters in each episode like she was supposed to do after getting nudged out of the Krakowski role? I've not noticed her if she has, but then again I may be an idiot.