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 Emily Davis a cabaret artist who is storming the Edinburgh fringe as Blodwen, here is an overview of what we discussed: [[05:10]] How Emily got started in cabaret to [[23:10]] [[23:28]] Opportunities that you get through the fringe [[35:57]] [[38:59]] What the fringe has given me [[40:00]] [[40:11]] 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 talk to comedian and award-winning burlesque performer, Joy Harvey, here is an overview of our episode: [[05:58]] How she started burlesque, burlesque making more money, drags being richer than burlesque and boundaries [[19:05]] [[19:05]] What are the dodgy things you have come across from performers drama is my job...

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 Nick Rado a professional comedian in New Zealand. He stands out in the comedy world as a six-time winner of the Best Comedy MC title at the NZ Comedy Guild Awards and as the Best Male Comedian of 2019. His exceptional talent has taken him to the prestigious Just for Laughs Sydney showcase at the Sydney...

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 PBHs free fringe Luke Meredith, a cabaret performer and one of the chief organisers of one of the biggest producers of the Edinburgh fringe. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[05:00]] Working with the PBH free fringe [[10:12]] [[10:12]] When the PBH used to get reviewers, why are all the risks...

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 teacher, parent and comedian, Jay Yoder. Jay Yoder is an accomplished comedian, podcaster, and content creator. As a part of the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour he has performed for thousands of people on numerous Sold-Out shows across the country. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[08:44]] The diversity...

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 comedian and comedy promoter, Kai Barron, here is an overview of what we discussed: [[04:39]] How Kai started his comedy journey [[14:05]] [[42:32]] My ethos for booking acts [[48:44]] [[48:44]] Dealing with drunk navy and terrible comedy experiences [[58:27]] [[58:30]] Cancel culture and dodgey people being...

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 interview we talk Nya Yeanafehn, a comedian who decided to move from the grumpy place of New York to Berlin. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[01:35]] Why I moved to Germany because of standup comedy and the artist visa in Germany [[13:43]] [[13:43]] Do Germans have a sense of humour and comparing New York 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. In this episode we speak to former homeless person, Kev Mud who has managed to change his life around to being an award-winning comedian. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[04:28]] My interesting story of how I became a comedian [[05:44]] [[06:26]] Being homeless and what the problem with the homeless is [[10:50]] [[13:51]] If...

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...