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 Twitter @PravanyaPillay The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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. Sitting Pretty With Kitty at Brighton Fringe  Sitting Pretty With Kitty at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @AimeeCooperforms; @HiyaItsMeKitty The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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. Steve Bugeja: Shiny at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @SteveBugejaComedy Twitter @SteveBugeja Steve Bugeja webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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. Elaine Fellows: Sugar & Lies (WIP) at Brighton Fringe Elaine Fellows: Sugar & Lies (WIP) at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @ElaineFellows Twitter @ElaineFellows_ The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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. Instagram @SianDocksey Twitter @SianDocksey Siân Docksey webpage Alternative Comedy Memorial Society webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Farah Sharp who talked about comedic thoughts bubbling over, being distracted and juicy juice. Pinch of Vault tickets and information "Farah Sharp: Normal (work in progress)" Brighton Fringe tickets and information "Farah Sharp: Normal (work in progress)" Instagram @FarahSharp Twitter @FarahSharp_ The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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 Michael May Webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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. Leicester Comedy Festival tickets and information "Shelf: Teenage Men", "Shelf: The Kids Show" Instagram @Shelfcomedy Twitter @Shelfcomedy Shelf webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage  

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Sasha Ellen who talked about putting a positive spin on things, character building, and an image of a crab. Leicester Comedy Festival tickets and information "Sasha Ellen: work in progress" Brighton Fringe tickets and information "Sasha Ellen: work in progress" Twitter @SashaKEllen Sasha Ellen Webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

In this episode I spoke with author and stand-up comedian Richard Cobb who talked about chopping up the story, seeing what happens and being gentle or not. Leicester Comedy Festival tickets and information "Richard Cobb: Couple's Massage" Brighton Fringe tickets and information "Richard Cobb: Running Joke (work in progress) Instagram @theRichardCobb Twitter @theRichardCobb The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram...

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Ginnia Cheng who talked about adding 0.36%, sex positivity, chess-boxing and having one weird thing. Instagram @Ginnypie Twitter @GinniaCheng The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage  

In this episode I spoke with musical comedian Amy Webber who talked about putting the ukulele in the cupboard, overcoming the broken cable and being a weird kid. Brighton Fringe info & tickets: “Amy Webber: No Previous Experience” Instagram @AmyWebberComedian Twitter @AmyWebberSop Amy Webber webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage  

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Luke Nixon who talked about being a little brother, the secret doctor sessions and Nick Helm's advice. Instagram @LukeNIxonComedy Twitter @LukeNixonComedy The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage  

In this episode I spoke with sketch comedy duo Hooked. Holly and Brooke talked about being funner, being Fringe first-timers and turning yourself inside out. Instagram @HollyandBrookeareHooked Twitter @HollyandBrooke The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage  

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Alex Farrow who talked about observational routines about bacteria, being the philosophy guy, performing to a car park and the dusty toaster bit. Instagram @AlexFarrowComedy Twitter @Alex_Farrow Alex Farrow webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage  

In this episode I spoke with stand-up and musical comedian Abi Carter-Simpson who talked about not being 'princessy' enough, saying something for the first time every time and living the dream. Instagram @AbiCarterSimpsonUK Twitter @abicartercomedy Laughing Lock website The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage  

In this episode I spoke with actor and stand-up comedian Thomasin Lockwood who talked about auditioning, going it alone, and when being happy is enough. Instagram @ThomasinLockwood Twitter @thomasin_london The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Ollie Horn who talked about the Asian comedy scene, circuit readiness and Joe Pasquale. London Show info & tickets :”Ollie Horn: Not Much” Instagram @olliehorncomedy Twitter @olliehorncomedy The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

In this episode I spoke with comedy and cabaret artist Angela Legg who talked about Mother's puppets, remembering to have fun and doughnuts. I recorded the intro while on holiday so apologies for the change in sound quality. I might re-record it when I get back but don’t hold your breath. Tickets and information "Angela Legg: Screwed" Instagram @AngelaLegg2303 Twitter @MissALegg The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell...

In this episode I spoke with musical comedian Alex MacKeith who talked about the dark and the breezy, the unsayable put to music and seeing the laughs. Instagram @AlexMackeith Twitter @AlexGMackeith The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Martha Burns who talked about the mystery of men and the horror of a gong show. Martha is a rising talent in comedy who I've seen doing spots at a few club nights and MCing her own night. She has an endearing joie de vivre, and it's the naked enthusiasm and excitement in her performance that make her such a joy to watch. Instagram @martha_burns The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A...

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Hubert Mayr who talked about poor apartment choices, defying the Gong show, the Anglo-German linguistic conundrum and his dark materials. I've seen Hubert perform a number of times over the last few years online and in person and each time he has been uniquely hilarious.  He has a very relaxed style and dark humour which I enjoy enormously, and despite his often bleak material, he is a lot of fun to be around. Instagram @HubsMayr Twitter...

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Joshua Bethania who talked about getting personal, building up to an hour and not bringing the energy. I've seen Joshua perform a couple of times on mixed bills and he has a subdued demeanour putting all the emphasis on his material, which is delivered in as deadpan a way as you can get. For this, he won the 2022 So You Think You're Funny? competition. Edinburgh Festival info & tickets: “Best of So You Think You're...

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Bronwyn Sweeney who talked about Funny Women, selling oneself and performing for your idol. The now London-based comedian is a citizen of the World, with her comedy informed by an international upbringing and a career in advertising. With a Funny Women final under her belt, her debut hour at this year's Edinburgh Fringe promises to be a smash with Bronwyn being consistently charismatic, stylish, sassy and very funny. Edinburgh Festival info &...

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Dave Chawner who talked about nurturing gratitude, the best Easter ever and Hell on toast. It's difficult to say enough about Dave Chawner, who is not only an excellent stand-up comedian but also a passionate mental health campaigner, whose dedication to the subject has resulted in a TED talk, an award-winning show and a best-selling book. I approached Dave after seeing his 2022 show "Underdog" at the Brighton Fringe, and was delighted to find...