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The OPERATE Guide to Funny is a six part series considering the evolution of 1 of the most popular forms of entertainment today. A funny agent and administrator himself, Jonathan Give offers an insider's view to the UK comedy scene as well as offering advice to new comedians making their way on the circuit. Fun for all the Family: With funny now an enormous business it is becoming safer and safer on TV. The severe limitation of budgets, a far more conservative perspective from many - compounded by happenings like the Sachsgate phone call - and a want to appeal to the many has recommended that mainstream stand up is now proceeding back to a similar state it is at thirty years before, albeit a far more Laptop or computer one. Even on the live circuit 'Family' comedians like Michael McIntyre, Peter Kay, Jason Manford and John Bishop are now the theater fillers, as politics and 'substitute' comedy runs further out of fashion. But could there be considered a change coming? In this episode Jonathan offers insight into what it takes to be a comedian just starting out, and interviews 2009 Musical Funny Honours 'Best Newcomer' winner Jay Foreman.
