Comedy in a Nutshell

In this episode I spoke with stand-up and sketch comedian Claire Haus, who talked about not opening a dog shelter, finding the middle ground and rambling as a German.

Claire was described by Time Out…

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Lisa May who talked about having a meltdown, finding your voice, starting a comedy night and what the fox says.

I met Lisa May in March 2023, when I fou…

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Roman Harris who talked about unlikely inspiration, a nice reputation, and 'opening' for Dave Chappelle.

I heard about Roman on the circuit and saw that…

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Alexandra Haddow who talked about fear of vomiting, turning it flirty, the comedian brain and introducing Dylan Moran.

I've seen Alex perform so many ti…

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Jamie Allerton who talked about creating something good, playing with self-loathing, being a dickhead and when German expressionism isn't German express…

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Michelle Shaughnessy who talked about too high expectations, opening up to audiences, and knowing your worth.

I was aware of Michelle as a comedian befo…

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Sara Palomarr who talked about the mystery of greeting cards, the power of a duo and not being Buster Keaton.

Sara is another comedian I happened upon d…

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Hajar J. Woodland who talked about writing a Christmas song for the Spice Girls, no thin jokes, confidence in religion and nice tits.

I was delighted to…

In this episode I spoke with creator and Director of the Leicester Comedy Festival Geoff Rowe, who talked about playing the piano badly, the Tony Slattery next door, and a lifetime contribution.

The …

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Aideen McQueen, who talked about Seanchaí, alcoholism, a different generation of feminism and getting Mr O'Hanlon an apple.

I've been fortunate to see A…

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Stella Graham, who talked about comedy in New Zealand, wasting an hour, hiding at the back, and ringing Highways England.

Stella has been going for some…

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Kate Martin, who talked about women in comedy, talking to the crowd, and trying to have a normal life.

Kate Martin is one of those comedians I first enc…

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Alex Hylton, who talked about the worst Jongleurs gig, high-fiving your partner, and hanging out with Good Kids at an all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet.

Al…

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Tony Law, who talked about the NFL, the AI and comedy being cyclical.

I think I've seen Tony Law perform maybe thirteen times. From the first time I saw…

Live from the Leicester Comedy Festival in it's 30th Anniversary Richard Gill and Mark Duqueno join forces to talk about a few of their experiences at the festival. 

Richard Gill Instagram: @R.W.Gill

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Fiona Ridgewell, who talked about getting in the bin, not being the most boring, and looking at watches.

Instagram @Fiona_Ridgewell

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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Victoria Olsina, who talked about comedy in Argentina, boring conferences, LGBT+ comedy and the funniest police report.

Instagram @victoria_comedian 

Tw…

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Michael Odewale, who talked about taking inspiration, taking your time, and the woman with the powerful grip.

Instagram @michaelodewalecomedy

Twitter @M…

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Martin Graham, who talked about shouting at Romesh, imposter syndrome, when the material doesn't fit and racing to the punchline.

Instagram @Martinstagr…

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Juliette Burton, who talked about mental health in comedy, boundless energy, slogan t-shirts and glitter, Rogue from the X-Men, and getting enthused by …