Britain's BBC and Channel 4 have held preliminary talks with the government about a broader tie-up of some operations, ​two people with direct knowledge of the discussions said, in a potential shake-up of the country's public broadcasters.

Series two kicks off with acclaimed comedian, actor, writer and broadcaster Richard Ayoade. Joining Joe for a train journey between dates on his Afterthoughts live tour, Richard reflects on the experiences that have shaped his career and made him one of comedy’s most distinctive voices.