Olga Koch: From Russia With Laughs - Coming From Money and Hating Pranks

Olga Koch: From Russia With Laughs - Coming From Money and Hating Pranks

📺 Episode Overview

In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn chats to the hilarious Olga Koch, a comedian whose sharp humour has made her one of the UK’s funniest imports. They dive into:

• From Scientist to Stand-Up: Olga Koch’s Unconventional Comedy Journey
• Cultural Clashes & Comedy: Navigating Life as a Russian Comedian in the UK
• Social Media: Comedian’s Ally or Enemy? Olga on the Perils of Late-Night Tweets
• Comedy, Culture & Controversy: How badly edited episodes of Sex and the City Shaped Olga’s View of the World

This episode will appeal to comedy enthusiasts, fans of cultural commentary, and anyone intrigued by the intersection of personal identity and humour. It’s perfect for listeners who love sharp, relatable stand-up and want to hear more about the realities of navigating life as an outsider in the UK.

🧠 About Olga Koch

Olga Koch is a Russian-born stand-up comedian, writer, and performer based in London. Known for her hilarious takes on culture and identity. Olga has appeared on shows like QI, Mock the Week, and Richard Osman's House of Games, and she's the creator of the critically acclaimed BBC Radio 4 series Olga Koch: OK Computer. She’s also made waves with her solo shows, Prawn Cocktail, and Olga Koch is From Money.

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Podcast: Television Times with Steve Otis Gunn

Host: Steve Otis Gunn

Guest: Olga Koch – Stand-Up Comedian & Writer

Duration: 50 minutes

Release Date: May 25, 2024

Season: 2, Episode 12

All music written and performed in this podcast by Steve Otis Gunn

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