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Series 1: Episode 1
Elis James explores the history of Welsh comedy and meets some of the biggest stand-up comedians, writers and performers the nation has produced. In this first episode, stars such as Rob Brydon, Ruth Jones and Rhod Gilbert discuss the role of stereotypes in comic portrayals of the Welsh and how our relationship to stereotypes has changed over time. Elis also meets some of the new generation of performers who are breaking through and hears about their attitudes towards Welsh cliches in comedy.
Source: BBC 2
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Most popular episodes of Elis James: Funny Nation
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Series 1: Episode 3
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BBC 2
Elis James: Funny Nation
Series 1: Episode 1
Elis James explores the history of Welsh comedy and meets some of the biggest stand-up comedians, writers and performers the nation has produced. In this first episode, stars su ...
26-01-2021
BBC 2
Elis James: Funny Nation
Series 1: Episode 2
Elis James explores the influence of Wales's different performance traditions on the nation's comedy and on its biggest stars. He'll discover the lasting legacy of the popular 7 ...
19-01-2021
BBC 2