An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to TV comedian and GB news' Simon Evans. He is one of the UK’s most respected and best loved comedians. Familiar from numerous TV and radio appearances, as well as for his live tour shows and festival appearances, he is particularly popular on the corporate and after-dinner circuit. Here is an overview of what...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to the amazing Don Biswas, an autistic, ADHD comedian with 17 years on the UK comedy circuit. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[07:54]] Comedy clubs taking too Long to pay and celebrities, doing a small tour pays more than club gigs [[15:06]] [[17:10]] I am an autistic dyspraxia comedian and how things...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to Candi Clare the head of talent and development for New york comedy club, one of the best comedy clubs in the USA. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[02:26]] You have to love comedy to remain in it for over a decade [[04:11]] [[06:41]] What have been memorable moments [[09:36]] [[10:46]] Being a...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we chat to the amazing, Lina Haman, an incredible comedian all the way from Sweden. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[08:43]] How dark humour can help deal with stressful situations [[11:43]] [[13:11]] Having a good base of people that like you for what you are [[16:32]] [[35:01]] My thoughts on comedy...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. We speak to Matt Lowes, a gay comedian who is an experienced and established open mic act now starting to break into paid work, who has also got into the final of the New forest comedian of the year. Here is what we discussed: [[10:39]] The greatest privilege of being a comedian and an elaborate picture being taken down, Ben pollard...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to award winning comedy writer Tasha Dhanraj, she has written for different TV and radio shows such as Breeders, Lloyd of the Flies, Have I Got News For You, Horrible Histories, Bloods, The Emily Atack Show, The Now Show, News Quiz and The Lenny Henry Show. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[03:08]] How...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this interview we talk to the friendly city comedy crew founders, a comedy club in South Africa, which was set up Chantal Harris and Nolwazi Nkwandla, here is an overview of what we discussed: [[01:11]] The journeys into comedy and setting up the friendly city comedy crew [[03:57]] [[04:25]] How has the comedy club changed them and...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode I talk about my favourite episodes and talk about what I look for in the future. Here is an overview of what I discussed: [[02:45]] Go straight for things don’t hide away [[04:58]] [[05:05]] Episodes I’ve liked recently and what I’ve gained from it [[07:20]] [[09:31]] Would love to talk to you guys [[10:50]] I have...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In todays episode we speak to Martin Davis, a professional comedian of 30 years, Known for his unique style and his hilarious take on themes of social awkwardness, everyday absurdities, and the quirks of modern society. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[02:34]] Standups are delivering their view of the world and comedy is a...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this interview we speak to clown experts Dick Monday and Tiffany Riley. Dick Monday and Tiffany Riley have been life partners and performing partners for the past twenty years, during which time they have headlined at circuses and festivals worldwide including Circus Sarasota, The Big Apple Circus, The Lone Star Circus, Hanneford...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. We talk to Michelle Matlock, the first first African American woman to create a main character in a Cirque du soleil production. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[02:07 How she became a clown [[05:30]] [[05:30 Clowning vs acting [[06:10 [[07:04 What is clowning [[08:13 ]] [[10:19]] Being an African American clown is a...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. We speak to Bangladesh comedian and comedy club owner, Naveed Mahbub. He was awarded Best Male Comedian in the 2007 Las Vegas Comedy Festival. In 2016, Mahbub was featured in US-based comedy television channel Comedy Central. He hosts a morning radio show, Good Morning Bangladesh, on ABC Radio. Here is an overview of what we...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode, we talk to Mark Gindick. Mark is a professional actor, clown, physical comedian, director, teacher and writer/creator of his own theatrical shows. Wing-Man, his original theatrical piece without one spoken word, won BEST ONE-MAN SHOW in United Solo Theatre Festival, the largest solo festival of it’s kind in the world....

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to clown and co-founder of the London clown festival, Dan Lees. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[05:53]] Being tripped up by the BBC [[08:17 ]] [[10:43]] The existence of clown [[12:23]] [[16:05]] What makes a good clown show [[19:03]] [[20:24]] Directing someones show [[23:22]] [[25:39]] The...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to clown Jeff Raz. Jeff Raz starred in 'Corteo' with Cirque du Soleil for over 500 performances. He was co-founder of the Clown Conservatory in San Fransisco. He has performed and taught in Eskimo villages in the middle of winter. He also founded the Medical Clown Project and repurposed his performing and...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to Johnny Melville a revolutionary clown, actor and mime who is part of the group of artists who in the 1970s revolutionised the world of the clown in Europe, alongside names like Jango Edwards and Nola Rae in the historic Friends Roadshow in Amsterdam. In recent years he has combined his work as a clown, mime...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode, we speak to Veteran road comic, Stewart Huff, a remarkable and amazing comedian with many tales to tell. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[10:07]] The clubs in America now [[14:10]] [[14:57]] Every stereotype about different parts of America is worse and better than he thought[[19:35]] [[28:26]] Turning...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. Viv Gee is a comedian and comedy teacher who has been teaching comedy for 20 years and has performed comedy from L.A to Bangkok. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[01:23]] How she got the name viv gee [[02:11]] [[08:58]] Who are the comedians of the world [[15:36]] [[15:36]] Theatre schools [[20:18]] [[20:18]] Theatre vs...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to Daniel Inniss, a man who is a comedy promoter and comedian based in Sheffield. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[03:20]] Football rivalries [[05:22]] [[07:33]] The Yorkshire scene, difference between London and the north comedy scene [[13:53]] [[13:56]] Yorkshire comedy scene beef...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to Norther Irish comedian,Luke Mcgibbon, a man who has written many informative chortle articles on comedy and a therapist. Here is an overview of what we discussed : [[08:22]] The hard thing about running a gig and mcing [[15:24]] [[15:50]] Its better promoters feel they are being watched [[21:53]] [[22:06]]...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. Comedian, actor and writer Gareth Berliner has firmly established himself as an accomplished comic performer. He almost died long before ever becoming a stand-up and this affords him the ability to tell some intricately woven anecdotes and sharply crafted gags with an edge.In 2005 he used this edge when he performed his first Solo...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. We speak to Xavier Rossey, a man who has been organising comedy shows in Brussels since 2012. Originally a musician, Xavier knew absolutely nothing about the comedy world, and what started as a one-off gig passing the hat has developed into a compulsory stop for comedians touring in Europe. Here is what he has to say on his experience...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In todays episode we speak to Jonathan Rollins. He joined the US Air Force, met his future wife and learned about his future home country of Sweden. In 2013 they moved to Sweden for good and he now calls Stockholm his home. He began podcasting in 2014 and stand-up comedy in 2015. He has performed in Sweden, the US and the UK. Here is an...

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In todays episode we speak good friend of Marvin, Adam Riley, a terrific gag merchant who was cancelled from a few comedy clubs in London a few years back, he is making a swift recovery on the circuit and still performing at many of the best comedy clubs in London. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[00:35]] The sexiest ginger...