In this podcast I ask the big questions, What is comedy? Who is it, and why is it? To help me define the meaning of this broad term I’ve enlisted the help of comedians, performers, creators and promoters, as well as fans like myself, to discuss what comedy means to them.
In this episode I spoke with comedian Ed Patrick who talked about a hair-cutting competition, releasing tension, the Good Old Boys and a broad fish.
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In this episode I spoke with Jack Robertson and Caden Elliott from sketch group Metroland who talked about Trigger Happy TV, Shakespearian Glaswegian, and the giggle game.
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Bella Hull who talked about the inspirational Phil Wang, something uniquely humiliating, and being present.
Instagram @BellaBellaHull
Twitter @BellaBell…
In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Amy Matthews who talked about the competition game, stretching your legs and that troublesome tree.
In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Sarah Roberts who talked about a sad book, the juxtaposition of womanhood, being forced to be brave and Only Fran.
Instagram @SarahRoberts_69
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In this episode I spoke with producer, director and comedian Stuart Laws who talked about other people's stories, running off stage and finally telling the truth.
In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Nerine Skinner who talked about roles and rolls, being yourself or not, the lion in The Wiz and that Prime Minister.
In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian John Tothill who talked about guessing emails, sphincters relaxing, the teaching analogy and sensuously nice moments.
Instagram @JohnTothill
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Patrick Monahan who talked about comedy legends, children and pensioners, and over-running.
Instagram @PatrickJMonahan
Twitter @PatrickJMonahan
In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Hannah Platt who talked about bad poetry, bad burlesque, what Hugh Dennis would say and plant pots.
Instagram @HannahThePlatt
Twitter @HannahThePlatt
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Jack Hester who talked about small town things, learning under pressure and gambling.
Instagram @Comedian.Jack.Hester
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In this episode I spoke with character comedian Rosalie Minnitt who talked about ruining a play, entering the gladiatorial arena and an inspiring grandma.
Instagram @RosalieMinnitt
Twitter @RosalieMi…
In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Pravanya Pillay who talked about the academic year, the Bollywood scene, the Milliband rap and swimming.
Instagram @PravanyaPillay69
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In this episode I spoke with character and stand-up comedian Aimee Cooper who talked about permission to relax, crying on the toilet and Alan Bennett on a bus.
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Steve Bugeja who talked about learning in a very public way, a surprising level of pride and Debate Club.
Instagram @SteveBugejaComedy
Twitter @SteveBug…
In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Elaine Fellows who talked about strong women, being terrified and excited, too many words and jazz hands.
Instagram @ElaineFellows
Twitter @ElaineFellow…
In this episode I spoke with pole-dancing comedian Siân Docksey who talked about the scowling lizard, the Dutch postal service, the lemon and the cruise ship, a sexy funeral and too many legs.
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Farah Sharp who talked about comedic thoughts bubbling over, being distracted and juicy juice.
Instagram @FarahSharp
Twitter @FarahSharp_
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Michael May who talked about being an envoy, a trip in someone else's brain and a terrible short film awards.
Instagram @MichaelMay3000
In this episode I spoke with comedy duo Shelf who talked about when hysterically funny isn't funny at all, microphone anxiety and getting a dog.
Instagram @Shelfcomedy
Twitter @Shelfcomedy