What is behind the humour? Monica Vale De Gato

In this episode, I talk to Mónica Vale de Gato about what lies behind humour: shyness, fear of ridicule, vulnerability, and the pressure of creating when comedy stops being a hobby and becomes a profession.

Vasco Pereira Coutinho: “I was depressed. One day on the way to my parents' house, with the road empty, I thought: ‘I could just swerve the steering wheel now and it would all be over’"

The guest on the latest episode of Alta Definição is comedian Vasco Coutinho, known to morning radio listeners for his character Tia Bli. In an intimate conversation with Daniel Oliveira, he recalls the years he spent in a seminary in Rome, explains how the prejudices of the upper-class 'betos' ended up fueling his humor, and also reveals the depression he faced until he was able to fully accept his sexuality. “One day on the way to my parents' house, with the road empty, I thought: ‘I could just swerve the steering wheel now and it would all be over’”, he confesses. Discover his story of faith, identity, and acceptance in the podcast version of the program.

What to do? Wednesday is the day for Blind Justice and works by Vhils

Also on the programme are João César Monteiro's Vai e Vem, Orfãos by Teatro da Rainha, and Gilmário Vemba's 3rd Round.

Mel Brooks's infectious mayhem

A look at the director and comedian's exuberant, infectious brand of comic chaos.

Raphael Ghanem returns to Portugal with a new version of his stand-up show

"They're a very fun couple": Maya on Joana Marques and Daniel Leitão's trip to Australia

The comedians went to the Australian Open and shared photos from the trip.

Should they arrest Bordallo?

Putting humour exercises on trial always ends in a huge laugh.

Volksvargas. Is it dangerous for there to be no limits to humour?

Lawyer Miguel Pereira Coutinho believes there are no grounds to initiate court proceedings. Meanwhile, comedian Ricardo Araújo Pereira says the tweet's content is obviously satirical.

Life According to Mel Brooks: Anything Goes for a Laugh

'Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!' is the two-part documentary that debuts this week and revisits the history and work of a seminal figure in comedy — his past and what he is doing today.

On his way to Alvalade? César Mourão talks about his future as Sporting president

A Sporting fan at heart, the comedian did not rule out the possibility of becoming the leader of the Lions.

Marina Mota performs in a comedy at Casino Estoril

The show is based on a text by Fernando Schmidt and Christian Ibarzabal.

Is Ricky Gervais still funny? — Suggestions

Let's start the year well: the latest book from a great writer, the magic of a broken chair, that film everyone is (still) talking about, and conspiracies turned into a documentary — there's something for everyone.

'Heap of manure': Joana Marques insulted and it spills over to her husband

The comedian did the best she could to silence her 'enemies': she returned the 'manure' to them.

Wednesday on TV: 'Native Peoples', 'Adam's Passion' and a GNR 'Operation Stop'

The comedy by Marcello Hernández, the 'Grande Entrevista' with the Governor of the Bank of Portugal, and a prison experience are other highlights of the day.

"King Kong Fran": humour and reflection on machismo and consent return to Portugal in February

The show 'King Kong Fran', blending comedy with a critical look at machismo and conversations about consent, returns to Portugal in February for a run of performances that aim to entertain while encouraging reflection on gender dynamics and personal boundaries.

What's on: Weekend in Lisbon features Christmas markets and the finale of Porta dos Fundos' tour

A weekend in Lisbon offering Christmas markets and the closing night of comedy group Porta dos Fundos' tour.