The Comedian's Comedian Podcast
Stuart Goldsmith 568 episodes Nov 11, 2026
A podcast that interviews comedians about their creative process, how they write and perform comedy, and how they handle the challenges of a creative life. Hosted by Stuart Goldsmith, it features in-depth conversations with over 500 comedians from around the world, including James Acaster, Bill Burr, and Bo Burnham. The show is praised for its insightful look into the craft of stand-up comedy.
Episodes
Remembering Dai Henwood
Today we’re revisiting our conversation with the incredible Dai Henwood, who has sadly passed away after living with colon cancer for six years.One of New Zealand’s most accomplished stand-ups enjoying success around the world and countless awards, Dai was also a regular fixture on TV screens across the country with 7Days, Taskmaster and host of Dancing With The Stars.In this episode Dai shared hi
Paul Foot Returns
Paul Foot, one of the most prominent voices in alternative comedy, returns to the show 266 episodes later as we dig into his last show Dissolve which explored how he found the secret to life in Lancaster’s outskirts, and his new show exploring the future. We discuss:the difference between the new and old Paul Foot on stagewhat happens to your creativity when you stop being anxioushow to push the e
Elf Lyons Returns
Elf Lyons, Queen of Edinburgh, returns to the show 8 years and 252 episodes later as we dig into the award winning show, The Woman on the Edge which combines the best of comedy, theatre, and performance art. We discuss:what happens the moment people start saying your work is goodthe post-Fringe comedown and why it feels like a break-uphow her family taught her not to accept failurethe need to deba
Larry Dean (2020): ComCompendium
We’re delving back into the archives once again and opening up episode 345 with Larry Dean! Recorded before his rise to global fame with SNL UK, we discuss:being manipulated into working hard by people who understand youdeliberately mining opportunities for embodying the jokesand the thrill of writing for revengeJoin the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you can instantly get access to
Doc Brown (2019): ComCompendium
Once again we’re back in the archives of ComComPod towers with Ben Bailey Smith aka Doc Brown, a prodigious talent, with clean-cut standup and roof-raising comedy rap, as well as a parallel career as an influential and respected rapper. We discuss:the state of mind that led him to turn down a 220-date national tourhow his stage name became a millstoneand why he struggles to make a meal he wouldn't
Greg Proops Returns
The Smartest Man In The World, Greg Proops, returns to the show 13 years and 468 episodes later to discuss his new album, Kidding. But STILL.A stand-up comic and improvisor from San Francisco, Greg is best known for his appearances on Whose Line is it Anyway? but also as one of the two-headed pod racer commentators from The Phantom Menace! We discuss:the process of riffing a whole album live like
Stevie Martin (2021): ComCompendium
Welcome back for another ComCompendoum, this time with Stevie Martin where we discuss:the huge amount of time and prep that goes into her workthe internal battle to feel like a “proper comedian” in an industry that prioritises certain styles, backgrounds and looks.her brilliant former sketch outfit Massive Dad and whether their aesthetic made them “unapproachable” as performersthe relative lonelin
I'm In Edinburgh!
Some people have been in Edinburgh all month long... well, the cool kids are now finally in town! Starting today, I'll be at Monkey Barrel Comedy's Cabaret Voltaire everyday at 2.25pm until 30th August.Although it's about the climate, this show isn't bleak! I tackle our hypocrisy, the barefaced lies of big oil companies, and the things we tell ourselves to cope with it all.It's consistently hilari
Nish Kumar Returns, Again! | Part Two
Welcome back to the second part of Nish Kumar's return (again!) where we discuss:whether comedy actually changes minds or just offers comfortwhether anger or hope is the bigger driving force for Nishhow we can still win the climate crisis battlehas he finally learned to mix with James Acaster properlyand is Nish Kumar happy...Join the Insiders Club at Patreon.com/ComComPod where you can instantly
Nish Kumar Returns, Again! | Part One
You know him. I know him. Nish Kumar (Pod Save The UK, The Mash Report and in his own words, one of Taskmaster’s greatest losers) returns for his third appearance on the show ahead of embarking on his new tour, Nish Kumar: Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy. In the first part of this special, we discuss:how Bridget Christie, The Mash Report and Taskmaster all gave him permission to be both seriou
Kristen Schaal
Chances are you’re already familiar with Kristen Schaal's work. You've seen her in What We Do in the Shadows, The Last Man on Earth, The Muppets, Bill & Ted Face the Music, My Spy, The Boss and A Walk in the Woods. And as a voice actor, you’ve heard her as Louise Belcher in Bob's Burgers, alongside memorable roles in Toy Story, Gravity Falls, and BoJack Horseman.Kristen now comes to the UK wit
Bilal Zafar
Bilal Zafar is an award-winning stand-up comedian who first broke through with a lastminute.com Best Newcomer Award for his debut show, CAKES. He’s now back with Rubicon, a multimedia, interactive hour with games, prizes and stories, promising a genuinely life-changing experience.Bilal has appeared on screen in Catastrophe, Sick of It and Paul Feig's Last Christmas and to many people, he’s known b
Daniel Sloss (2015): ComCompendium
We’re delving back into the archives and going back to episode 152 with Daniel Sloss, recorded live at the Edinburgh Fringe! We discuss:the pleasures and pitfalls of really committing to an anglelearning who urinated on whose bagand why he likes to get his teeth into an argumentJoin the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you can instantly get access to the full back catalogue of extras.👉
Joe Sutherland
Joe Sutherland is a stand-up, actor and writer with sold out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe who has appeared on Roast Battle and Hypothetical, acted opposite 30 Rock's Jack McBrayer on Urban Myths, and picked up a walk-on role on EastEnders as a Head Judge of a Walford beauty competition!Joe has also done tour support for the likes of Sophie Duker and Ellie Taylor, as well as RuPaul's Drag Race star
Sasheer Zamata (2017): ComCompendium
We’re delving back into the archives and going back to episode 220 with Sasheer Zamata, the former SNL cast-member, phenomenally accomplished standup and recent star of Masters of the Universe! We discuss:the confidence with which she frames her actwe delve into her first standup special "Pizza Mind"and uncover her enthusiasm for life-coaching and it's effect on the finely-honed application of her
Amy Annette
Amy Annette has been described by the Guardian as a ‘delight to behold’. Her debut hour 'Thick Skin' was a total sell-out at Edinburgh and was nominated for Best New Show at the Leicester Comedy Festival. Prior to stand-up, she was an experienced producer, script editor and editorial consultant - and is currently working on the comedy drama, Pretty Face. She’s now back with Say What You Like About
Joe Wells
Joe Wells is known best for his shows exploring mental health and his neurodiversity being autistic, while before that he first made his name as a political comedian with shows like Night of the Living Tories. Joe also hosts the podcast Neurodivergent Moments with Abigoliah Schamaun, of which their book is out today! We discuss:how performing for a neurodivergent audience can change the mechanics
Suzi Ruffell (2019): ComCompendium
We’re back in the archives with Suzi Ruffell from 2019, where we discuss:making sure that LGBTQ+ people in the audience feel seenhow punishing she found being a new act (and whether she could do it all again)and why she finds happiness terrifyingJoin the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you can instantly get access to the full back catalogue of extras, including 25 minutes with Suzi!👉
Sara Pascoe Returns
Exactly 500 episodes later one of the UK’s most acclaimed comics, Sara Pascoe, returns to the show. Fresh off her latest tour, I Am A Strange Gloop, we discuss:how comedians become addicted to rejectionthe imbalance of what the circuit means for different comedianswhy there should be a workshop for comics to survive panel showsthe impossible balance between truth and funny in stand-upwhether using
A Very Important Announcement...
HUGE NEWS: I'M GOING ON TOUR!I'm heading on my first UK tour in nearly a decade with Canary. As the miners scrambled to safety, they’d try to grab the dead canary and then immediately revive it with pure oxygen, condemning it to a constant loop of singing, panicking, dying and then singing again. Which is a tiny bit like medicating your chronic dread by making people laugh about the climate c
Rose Matafeo (2018): ComCompendium
This week we’re delving into the archives and going back to episode 259 in 2018 with that year's Edinburgh Comedy Award winner, Rose Matafeo! We discuss:how she ensured her hilarious material about female sexuality in Horndog brought the whole room along with ithow she's actively mining for hot takesand why she has a quintuple-threat approach to performanceJoin the Insiders Club at patreon.com/com
Ian Smith
This week I’m joined by two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee, Ian Smith! You may also know him best as the co-host of the Northern News podcast with Amy Gledhill, as well as appearances on Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News For You and on his own Radio 4 series, Ian Smith is Stressed!He’s now back with Ian Smith: Foot Spa Half Empty - a sharp, surreal and painfully relatable look at stress, lo
John Robins Returns
313 episodes later… the critically acclaimed comedian, award-winning broadcaster and Taskmaster champion, John Robins returns to the pod!John first spoke on stage with an incredible level of honesty and introspection about his alcoholism with Howl (which you can listen to on his here). This week he’s continuing to share that story with the release of his memoir, Thirst: the story of his life throu
John Tothill
John Tothill is one of the most exciting stand-ups to come out of the UK in recent years. Debuting in 2023, he’s now on his third show with This Must Be Heaven - the story of his near death experience and an underwhelming cruise. In this episode we discuss:the brutal truth about moving from open mics to pro gigswhy early WIPs are often funnier than complete showsthe loneliness of being trapped on
Jonno Johnson
Most people in the comedy world will know Jonno Johnson as a third of the sketch trio Sheeps, but most recently he’s taken up the role of Head Writer at SNL UK! In this episode recorded in January 2026, we discuss:the hidden world of sketch writing and script editingwhy he wanted to be the Chuckle Brothershow he manages on-stage anxiety in real timeJonno’s musical talents from writing pantomimes t
Ellie Taylor (2019): ComCompendium
Welcome back for another delve into the ComComPod archives, this time with episode 308 with Ellie Taylor where we discuss:the absurd concept of Show Me the Funnyhow her happy life outside of comedy protects herthe weird science of writingand why she "can't do clever topics"Join the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you can instantly get access to the full back catalogue of extras.👉 Sign
Flo & Joan (2019): ComCompendium
This week we’re delving back into the archives and going to episode 320 with the musical comedy genius of Flo & Joan where we discuss:going from open mics to a special on Amazon Prime in just four yearsthe inside story on their Royal Variety Performancewhy going viral makes you turn your phone offwhat they learnt from the Canadian improv sceneand how shaking an egg is harder than it looks...&n
Charlene Kaye
Charlene Kaye is a musician and comedian based in New York who has toured the world, opening for bands like the Arctic Monkeys and Metallica. You may have seen her "Every Taylor Swift Song" skit which now sits at out 100 million views - or in her two cover bands, Guns N’ Hoses (all-girl GNR) and Labiahead (all girl Radiohead). She's now back with her new show Diversity Shredder, including dates at
Johnny Marriott from PET NEEDS: NonComPod
I’m joined by Johnny Marriott from PET NEEDS for a very special NonComPod. The Colchester punk-fuelled melodic rock four-piece who’ve supported The Hives, Frank Turner and Flogging Molly are back with their fourth studio album, ELBOWS OUT! THIS IS CAPITALISM, which is out today. We discuss:how the band survived through playing in strangers' living roomsthe real economics on being in a band in 2026
Chris Fleming (2019): ComCompendium
YouTube-famous glam-rock showpig Chris Fleming has amassed a legion of fans through brilliantly funny music videos, such as "I'm Afraid To Talk To Men", "Grad-Student Shuffle" and "Polyamorous". Chris Fleming: Live at The Palace, is now streaming on HBO Max so what better reason to resurface this episode originally released on Halloween in 2019, where we talk about:drowning in stand-up and clawing
Joyelle Nicole Johnson
Joyelle Nicole Johnson is a US comedian known for bringing joy to the stage! Joyelle has performed on Late Night with Seth Meyers, is the permanent guest host on Sirius XM's Godfrey Complex and is currently the warm up comic for Hasan Minhaj's Patriot Act on Netflix.In this episode we discuss:why American comedians are seriously considering leaving the USlearning to tell brutal truths while still
James Acaster | Hecklers Welcome (2024): ComCompendium
With James Acaster's Hecklers Welcome hitting over 400 cinema screens this weekend - we’re looking back at his 2024 appearance on the show. Originally released in two parts, we go in depth into the creation of the show including:the moment that led to James taking breaking from stand-upwhat it was like touring the show and if James still hates hecklersand I put your questions to James, where we ta
Ken Cheng
Ken Cheng is a stand-up comedian, writer and professional poker player, but is probably best known for being the master of going viral on LinkedIn with over 200,000 followers!Outside of poking the corporate world, Ken has written for Have I Got News For You, Mock the Week and even created a Doctor Who audio episode. We discuss:how LinkedIn satire accidentally became the biggest career pivot of his
Lindsey Santoro
Lindsey Santoro shot to prominence at 2023’s Edinburgh Fringe, winning Next Up’s Biggest Award in Comedy with her show, Pink Tinge.Since then, Lindsey has created her hit BBC Radio 4 comedy series, The Lively Life of Lindsey Santoro, appeared on Live at the Apollo and supported Joe Lycett on tour! We discuss:using comedy as a tool for connectionbalancing a NHS day job with the crushing anxiety of
Shenoah Allen
Shenoah Allen is the co-creator of the legendary The Pajama Men, as well as a writer, actor and director with credits across the Soho Theatre, the West End, and projects developed with the BBC and HBO - as well as even appearing on Breaking Bad!Now he's now created the dazzling work of genius that is Sunlight with Nina Conti and is currently on tour with Bloodlust Summertime. We discuss:using a mo
Sophie Duker
Sophie Duker is a comedian, writer, improviser, and storyteller whose fearless, sharp, and subversive comedy has earned her sellout shows across the world, along with a nomination for Best Newcomer 2019 and a spot on Taskmaster! We discuss:why financial awareness is essential for new comedianshow visibility can be both empowering and exhaustingthe unique challenges Black women face in comedywhy st
Reggie Watts
Episode 500… I'm joined by REGGIE WATTS! His work sits right on the fault line between music and comedy using looping pedals, his voice, and a huge amount of imagination to create shows that are completely unique every night. Whether it’s being bandleader on The Late Late Show with James Corden, featuring on Comedy Bang! Bang!, embarking on worldwide sold-out tours or DJing the Emmys, Reggie’s car
Sarah Millican 2012: ComCompendium
Episode 500 is NEARLY here, but first we're going all the way back to episode 7!Recorded in 2012, I chat to fellow comedy nerd, Sarah Millican, as we discuss her writing process, some of the unique challenges faced by a high-profile act, including playing large rooms and preparing for panel shows, as well as plenty of tips for newer acts on how to escape the day-job and turn pro!Join the Insi
Were Comedians Happy In 2025: Vol 3
Welcome to the final part of finding out if comedians were happy in 2025 with Russell Howard, Mark Simmons, Aparna Nancherla, Nick Mohammed, Kemah Bob, Daniel Foxx & Adam Riches.Join the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you can get access to exclusive extras including Russell Howard on what’s it like being rich and famous, Aparna Nancherla on the worst comedy advice she's ever rece
Were Comedians Happy In 2025: Vol 2
Welcome back to the second part of this end of the year special as we find out whether comedians were actually happy in 2025 with Max Fosh, Lucy Pearman, Pete Lee, Marjolein Robertson, Damien Power, Huge Davies & Josie Long!Join the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you can get access to exclusive extras including Max Fosh's secret to build retention in online content, Josie Long on
Were Comedians Happy In 2025: Vol 1
We find out if comedians were happy in 2025 with Iain Stirling, Chloe Radcliffe, Scott Auckerman, Alan Davies, Chloe Petts, Alex Kealy, Marc Jennings & Emma Doran all in this first volume! Think of this as a quick glimpse into each episode, whether you’re brand new and catching up, or you’re a long-time listener revisiting.Join the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you can get acces
Ray Bradshaw
This week on episode 499… I'm joined by Ray Bradshaw - the multi-award-winning Scottish comedian who’s about to head out on his fourth UK tour with CODA. You may know Ray from BBC Scotland and Radio 4, he’s recently just finished supporting John Bishop, and hosts his own hit football podcast, Fantasy Fives! We discuss:growing up as a child of deaf parents and how that shaped Ray’s confidence, memo
Urooj Ashfaq
Today I’m joined by Urooj Ashfaq - the Mumbai-based comedian, writer and actor who’s quickly become one of the most exciting voices in stand-up. Bursting onto the scene winning Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards in 2023, she’s now back with her new show, How To Be A Baddie.We discuss the danger of optimising your honesty, the evolution of the Indian stand-up scene, can you be emotionally
John Kearns 2020: ComCompendium
Recorded in January 2020, John Kearns is a master at finding pathos in the prosaic, combining clowning and standup in a way that makes absolutely no sense written down. With influences from Jacques Tati to Neil Hamburger, we explored his sense of place within himself, overreaching in his writing, and ambition in his career...Join the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you
Josie Long Returns
405 episodes and 11 years later… the incredible Josie Long returns as we dig into NOW IS THE TIME OF MONSTERS, her new show about discovery, wonder, extinction and how to walk through a landscape of monstrous disaster. We discuss why it's not a bad thing to preach to the choir, the themes of climate dread and parenthood, how Josie created a jaw dropping immersive finale, the harsh reality of
Adam Riches
Adam Riches is known for his shows that teeter perfectly between crafted brilliance and sheer chaos with his fearless, high-energy characters performances - from Sean Bean, Coach Coach to Michael Ball. This is an incredibly rare look behind the mask and one you don't want to miss!We discuss why Edinburgh shouldn't be seen as the Olympics, Eddie Izzard's documentary that inspired him to rip up the
Doug Naylor
Doug Naylor is the co-creator of the long-running, hugely successful sci-fi comedy Red Dwarf, having written or co-written every single episode! Doug was also the Head Writer and Script Editor on the original Spitting Image, has written a number of award-winning radio shows and is a best-selling author.In this episode we dig into all things Red Dwarf, from the creation of the show with Rob Grant,
Alan Davies Returns
478 episodes later… Alan Davies returns! He’s an all-round fixture of British comedy as a respected stand-up, writer and actor - from the unflappable Jonathan Creek to the permanent mischief-maker on QI.His second memoir Just Ignore Him was widely praised for its honesty, and his follow-up, White Male Stand Up, continues that deeply personal journey. He’s now back on the road for the first time in
Emma Doran
Emma Doran did her very first stand-up gig while on maternity leave - she won best act that night and hasn’t stopped gigging since! As well as sold out tours across Ireland and the UK, Emma has appeared on Last One Laughing hosted by Graham Norton and published a bestselling memoir which explored family, friendship, young motherhood and taking risks.We discuss how becoming a parent built disciplin
Lucy Pearman
Lucy Pearman is one of the most inventive and original comedians in the UK, her shows are gloriously surreal, full of clowning, characters, props, audience interaction and ideas that feel like they’ve tumbled straight out of a wonderfully strange imagination.Her one-off BBC Three original comedy, Please Help, was nominated for a BAFTA, and she won the Malcolm Hardee Award for Comic Originality.We
Ivo Graham & Laura Lexx: Comedian Climate Confessions!
Welcome to this bonus episode where Georgia Elliott-Smith and I have joined forces to take on the grubbiest little sustainability secrets of my fellow comedians. We'll be offering compassion, insight and some counter-argument, if not actual absolution to both Ivo Graham and Laura Lexx!We'll be back to regular scheduled programming in the next few weeks in the run up to the BIG EPISODE 500! Don't f
Episode 500: I Need Your Help!
Complete the ComComPod survey 👉 stuartgoldsmith.com/surveyWell, episode 500 is nearly here... who'd have thought it?!To mark the milestone, we're gathering SOME DATA. Your favourite guests, moments, future plans and all that jazz which will be used in some extremely self indulgent special plans. The majority of the questions are optional, so feel free to skip if needed.As a thanks for taking part,
Aparna Nancherla (Live @ SXSW)
Aparna Nancherla is a self-described “silly-billy” with her dry sense of humour mixed with hints of the existential, absurd and whimsy.She’s the author of Unreliable Narrator: Me, Myself and Impostor Syndrome, and the voice behind Hollyhock on Bojack Horseman. Aparna has also appeared in A Simple Favor and Bob’s Burgers and written for Late Night with Seth Meyers and Mythic Quest. Rolling Stone na
Abby Wambaugh
Abby Wambaugh is an American comedian, writer, and improviser who has made their mark on the UK comedy scene with The First 3 Minutes of 17 Shows, which earned them the Best Newcomer ISH Edinburgh Comedy Award. This month, they return to the Fringe with their hit show before it transfers Off-Broadway in the Autumn.We discuss the cultural shifts moving from New York to Denmark, creating an env
Kemah Bob
Kemah Bob is a bold, fearless and sharply funny comedian, writer and producer originally from Houston, Texas and now based in London. Her debut show Miss Fortunate, which explored resilience, recovery and self-acceptance, was one of The Guardian’s Top 10 Comedy Shows of 2024.We discuss valuing authenticity over polished craft, navigating a bipolar diagnosis and turning a mental health episode into
Marjolein Robertson
Marjolein Robertson is an award-winning stand-up, improviser, and storyteller originally from Shetland. Nominated for the Channel 4 Sean Lock Comedy Award and the Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Comedy Award, her Fringe shows Marj and O both sold out and earned rave reviews!We discuss how she accidentally started with hour-long comedy shows, being influenced by Shetland folklore, why she won’
Daniel Foxx
Daniel Foxx is an award-winning comedian, writer and viral sketch sensation. His debut show VILLAIN earned rave reviews at the 2023 Fringe and has recently completed a worldwide tour.Off stage, Daniel co-wrote the hit musical Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch, and is now developing a series based on one of his much-loved online characters.In this episode, we discuss the product
Marc Jennings
Marc Jennings is one of the leading voices in Scottish comedy and this summer, he returns to the Edinburgh Fringe with Marc Jennings: Bread and Circuses featuring his observations on current events, politics and modern dating.In this episode, we discuss how “writing is the diet, and gigging is the gym”, chasing clip culture, tackling grief head-on, the eternal battle with risk vs reliability, what
Nick Mohammed Returns | Part Two
Welcome back to the second part of this Nick Mohammed special!We're discussing how Nick evolved his character in Ted Lasso from the original script, the effect the show has had on his touring audience as Mr Swallow and will Nate return in Season 4 PLUS did magic give him a head start in Taskmaster, performing at the BAFTAs, The Celebrity Traitors and is Nick happy…Join the Insiders Club at patreon
Nick Mohammed Returns | Part One
Nick Mohammed is a double Emmy-nominated actor, comedian, and writer. He's featured on-screen in Ted Lasso, Intelligence and Taskmaster, and on-stage with his creation of Mr Swallow, which is now touring throughout the UK.In the first part of this special, we discuss the exploration of identity through Mr Swallow, Derren Brown and the positioning of magic, the creative vision for Show Pony, initia
Alex Kealy
Alex Kealy is one of the country's most exciting up-and-coming stand-ups, currently touring throughout the UK with "The Fear". He’s also the host of Gig Pigs with Ivo Graham, and has featured on BBC Radio 4’s The Now Show as well as writing for Mock The Week and The News Quiz.In this episode, we discuss the comedian’s fear of the comedian, weaponising vulnerability, the secret superpower of audien
Scott Aukerman (Live @ SXSW)
Scott Aukerman is best known as the host of Comedy Bang Bang - the hit comedy radio show which blends interviews with real guests and off-the-wall improvised characters, as well as being the co-creator and director of Between Two Ferns with Zach Galifianakis, the Emmy-winning Funny or Die series!In this episode, we discuss Scott’s editorial instinct and shaping of Comedy Bang Bang, the gentle danc
Chloe Radcliffe
Chloe Radcliffe is a stand-up comic, actor, and writer from Midwest USA, recently named one of Deadline’s 15 Comedians Ready to Break Out in 2025. Following a sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe, her hit show CHEAT is now being developed for TV.In this episode, we discuss the impact of childhood experiences on identity and performance, the differences of scale between the US and UK, shooting Brad
Pete Lee (Live @ SXSW)
In the first of three SXSW specials, I’m joined by Pete Lee!Raised in Wisconsin, in 2008 Pete made his network television debut performing on NBC’s Last Comic Standing, where he subsequently went on in the same year to earn his very own Comedy Central Half Hour Special. Now, he's a frequent face on late night television with 9 appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and has featured
Shazia Mirza
Shazia Mirza is an award winning British Asian Muslim stand-up comedian. Her latest show, Coconut - a hilarious and uplifting joyride into the art of survival in a world of crocodiles, solitary confinement and alpha males - was nominated for 'Best Stand-up Tour' at the National Comedy Awards. Shazia has also appeared on TV screens across the country, from SAS ‘Who dares Wins’ to QI!In this episode
Iain Stirling
Iain Stirling is best known as the razor-sharp voice of Love Island, you may also know him from Series 8 of Taskmaster, hosting ITV2’s hit game show CelebAbility, his very own sitcom, Buffering, or maybe even his days on CBBC! He’s now back with Relevant, a brand-new stand-up show touring throughout the UK.In this episode we discuss the creative freedom working within kids' television, growing up
Damien Power
Damien Power is one of the most exhilarating voices in Australian comedy. His bold, thought-provoking stand-up has made him a three-time nominee for Most Outstanding Show at the Melbourne Comedy Festival and taken him all around the globe. His latest special, Not So Funny Now Is It?, is now streaming on YouTube.In this episode we discuss neatly treading the line, the trap of chasing industry valid
Huge Davies
Huge Davies is a stand-up comedian and musical act known for his deadpan delivery, dark humour, and unique performances using a custom-built keyboard.His debut solo show, The Carpark, was a sell-out at the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe, earning an Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nomination, which was followed up with two more hit shows, Whodunnit and Album 4 My Ancestors (dead), both selling out and
Mark Simmons
This week I’m joined by one of the UK’s top one-liner comedians (and 2024’s Dave’s Funniest Joke of the Fringe winner), Mark Simmons! Known for his razor-sharp wordplay, inventive misdirection and relentless punchlines - Mark’s new special, Quip Off The Mark, is now available to stream for FREE on YouTube.In this episode we discuss why some jokes just don’t work, discovering underground comed
Live At The Apollo: Behind The Scenes
Take a peak behind the curtain of my Live At The Apollo "journey" where we discuss booking the gig, the preparation of the set, performing live to over 3,800 people (plus everyone at home) and the immediate aftermath! You can now watch Live At The Apollo with myself, Tim Renkow and Janine Harouni on BBC iPlayer.Join the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you can WATCH this episode,
Chloe Petts
This week I'm joined by fellow Live At The Apollo Series 19 alumni, Chloe Petts!She’s now about to embark on a headline tour across the UK with How You See Me, How You Don't - Chloe’s third headline show which debuted at last year's fringe to much critical acclaim! Chloe is also a co-founder of The Lol Word, a queer comedy collective that hosts sell-out shows celebrating female and non-binary tale
Russell Howard Returns | Part Two
Welcome back to part two of Russell Howard returns where we're talking Russell’s process of crafting new material, the different international expectations of “a show” and I put your questions to him including reflecting on the legacy of Russell Howard's Good News.Join the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you can WATCH and LISTEN AD-FREE to the full episode and get access to over 20 mi
Russell Howard Returns | Part One
Russell Howard returns to the podcast for the first time in 8 years ahead of the premiere of his new special, “Live At The London Palladium” - streaming worldwide on Wednesday 15th January! In the first part of this mammoth episode, we discuss his record-breaking 10-night run at the Royal Albert Hall, the business of selling stand-up and Russell’s intersection into the world of politics.Join the I
Max Fosh
Max Fosh has carved out his own unique path in the world of comedy, propelled by his over 4,000.000+ YouTube subscribers.His mischief has gained global news coverage, including writing “Welcome To Luton” at Gatwick, becoming the world's richest man (for 7 minutes) and causing a storm at London Fashion Week. We now catch up towards the end of his sold-out international tour with Loophole.In this ep
Milton Jones Returns
He's a true master of the one-liner, the king of wordplay, and the man with hair as wild as his mind - Milton Jones!In this episode, we discuss the perception of one-liners, evolving your persona, the journey of a national touring show and faith in comedy.Join the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you can WATCH the full episode and get access to over 20 minutes of extras including Milto
Rhys James
Rhys James is an accomplished comedian known for his prolific social media presence as well as having six solo shows under his belt, the latest of which (Split Milk) has recently just completed an international sell-out tour. Rhys is also a frequent face on British TV screens, with over 35 appearances on 'Mock The Week' as well as featuring on 'Live At The Apollo' and 'QI'.In this episode, we
Lise Mayer
Lise is best known as co-creator and writer of BAFTA winning cult BBC comedy series The Young Ones alongside Rik Mayall and Ben Elton. She’s also written for The Fast Show, been a consultant for the film The Borrowers, and is the co-writer of Flushed Away!In this episode we discuss all things The Young Ones, from it's conception to the incredible legacy it's left behind. We also touch on the roman
Remembering Dr Janey Godley
Join me as we remember the incredible Dr Janey Godley.If you've enjoyed this episode, you can donate to The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice.We talk about how she thrived despite abuse, poverty and alcoholism in her upbringing; detail her absolute conviction in the power of honesty; and learn how an early experience at the Edinburgh Fringe led her to reject the comedy industry and focus inst
Vittorio Angelone
Vittorio Angelone’s debut hour, Translations (which you can now watch for FREE on YouTube), took the Fringe by storm in 2022, being nominated for Best Newcomer in the Edinburgh Comedy Awards. You may also know Vittorio from his numerous viral clips or work on Fin Taylor vs The Internet.He's now touring across the UK with Vittorio Angelone: Who Do You Think You Are? I Am! - a show that sets out to
Ania Magliano
Ania Magliano is an incredible comedian, described as a "glittering new talent" by The iPaper for her sharp, wry writing and warm performance style.Her 2023 stand-up show, I Can’t Believe You’ve Done This, was a huge hit at the Edinburgh Fringe, earning an Edinburgh Comedy Award nomination for Best Show. Ania has written for TV shows like Frankie Boyle's New World Order and also writes for Amelia
