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In this episode I spoke with comedian Katie Norris who talked about The Angel Agency, not taking their clothes off and the Bloomsbury connection. ‘Katie Norris: Go West, Old Maid’ at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @KatieNorris26 The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshe…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Juliet Meyers who talked about trembling bum cheeks, the open mic scene, getting a dog and willies. Instagram @JulesyMeyers The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Charlie Vero-Martin who talked about a potted plant, an unwanted dog cage, birthing characters and being a weirdo. Instagram @CharlieVMartin CharlieVeroMartin.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Lucas Jefcoate who talked about being a terrible employee, confidence in your voice and a full-circle moment. Instagram @LucasJefcoate LucasJefcoate.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com…
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In this episode I spoke with singer and comedian Anna Hale who talked about an idea for a tune, a mix of two therapists and an ever-ready kazoo. ‘Anna Hale: Control Freak’ at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @AllHaleAnna AnnaHale.co.uk The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinan…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Abby Wambaugh who talked about the Danish comedy scene, being a vacuum cleaner, a surprising big number 9, winning 12 pairs of shoes and finishing something. Instagram @AbbyWambaugh AbbyWambaugh.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell com…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Alex Kitson who talked about the Bristol comedy scene, an un-soundproofed yurt and doing something different. ‘Alex Kitson: This is Water’ at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @AlexKitson0 Alex Kitson on Bandcamp The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutsh…
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In this episode I spoke with founder and editor of Chortle.co.uk Steve Bennett who talked about local newspapers, a passion for comedy, eighteen hour days and Jimmy Saville The Musical. Instagram @ChortleSteve Chortle.co.uk The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshel…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Davina Bentley who talked about accolades, self-doubt and the friends we made along the way. Instagram @davinabentleycomedy Twitter @DavinaBentley The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Milo Edwards who talked about fixing the Yaris, disgusting meats, the constant logistics of life and a bat in the house. Instagram @milo_edwards Twitter @milo_edwards miloedwards.co.uk Milo Edwards YouTube channel The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @Comedy…
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In this episode I spoke with alternative comedian Lillian Wenker who talked about Uncle Gary, a hunger for alternative comedy, clown school and cling-film hands. Instagram @not.little.wenker chekhovsgum.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Ruby Carr who talked about telling stories, celebrating other peoples successes, bringing joy and bullying Stuart Laws. Instagram @rubyvroomvroom rubycarrcomedy.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com…
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In this extended episode I spoke with comedian Steffan Alun who talked about the Welsh comedy scene, a community drill, a different perspective and a little Italian restaurant in Swansea. Instagram @SteffanAlun Twitter @StAlun The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy …
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Aalex Mandel-Dallal who talked about time, therapeutic writing, making friends and gorilla's willies. Instagram @aalexmandeldallal The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Robin Morgan who talked about avoiding adult life, radio boot camp and being a little bitch. Instagram @RobinJMorgan Twitter @RobinJayMorgan Robin Morgan webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Nick Kirk who talked about an element of sympathy, arguing with a puppet, comedy mates and Terry Two-pints. Instagram @ThatBaldyFella Twitter @ThatBaldyFella The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Leslie Gold who talked about a supportive partner, women on mixed bills, American humour and getting a fair shake. Instagram @RealLeslieGold Twitter @RealLeslieGold Leslie Gold webpage Sofa So Funny webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyI…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Alex Franklin who talked about trans joy, the speaking mime, laughing in weird places and making a connection. Instagram @Alex_Franklin_Hallo Twitter @AWildFranklin The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage…
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In this extended episode I spoke with comedian Rob Kemp who talked about joke books, falling, a concept to hang your hat on, an unopened packet of crisps and snowboarding. Instagram @RobotKemp Twitter @RobotKemp The Elvis Dead webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell…
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Dee Allum who talked about a camp Sheriff of Nottingham, a co-dependent relationship, the comedic self and Inside-Out 2. Instagram @Dee_Allum Twitter @Dee_Allum The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpa…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian and cabaret artist Dan Wye who talked about being balls-out on stage, laughing at your own jokes and queer joy. Instagram @Dan.Wye Twitter @DanielWye The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage…
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Alexander Bennett who talked about cartoons, specific references and the personal and the weird. Instagram @AlexanderyBennett Twitter @AlexyBennett Alexander Bennett webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A N…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Bella Humphries who talked about fitting in, PMDD, the magic roundabout and ticking off lists. Instagram @hella.bumphries Twitter @BellaHumphries_ The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Freya Mallard who talked about terrifying pubs, having the wrong attitude and the voice inside. Instagram @FreyaMallard Twitter @FreyaMallard The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage…
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Ed Patrick who talked about a hair-cutting competition, releasing tension, the Good Old Boys and a broad fish. Instagram @EdPatrickComedy Twitter @EdPatrickComedy The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage…
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Bella Hull who talked about the inspirational Phil Wang, something uniquely humiliating, and being present. Instagram @BellaBellaHull Twitter @BellaBellaHull The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage…
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In this episode I spoke with Jack Robertson and Caden Elliott from sketch group Metroland who talked about Trigger Happy TV, Shakespearian Glaswegian, and the giggle game. Instagram @MetrolandComedy Metroland Comedy Youtube The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In …
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Amy Matthews who talked about the competition game, stretching your legs and that troublesome tree. Amy Matthews: Commute With The Foxes at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @AmyFMatthews Twitter @AmyFMatthews Amy Matthews webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a N…
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Sarah Roberts who talked about a sad book, the juxtaposition of womanhood, being forced to be brave and Only Fran. Instagram @SarahRoberts_69 Twitter @SarahRoberts_69 Sarah Roberts webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshel…
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In this episode I spoke with producer, director and comedian Stuart Laws who talked about other people's stories, running off stage and finally telling the truth. Stuart Laws Has to Be Joking? at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @StuartLaws Twitter @ThisStuartLaws Stuart Laws webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comed…
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Nerine Skinner who talked about roles and rolls, being yourself or not, the lion in The Wiz and that Prime Minister. Nerine Skinner: The Exorcism of Liz Truss at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @NerineSkinner Twitter @NerineSkinner Nerine Skinner webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy …
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian John Tothill who talked about guessing emails, sphincters relaxing, the teaching analogy and sensuously nice moments. Instagram @JohnTothill The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage…
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Patrick Monahan who talked about comedy legends, children and pensioners, and over-running. Patrick Monahan: The Talkinator at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @PatrickJMonahan Twitter @PatrickJMonahan Patrick Monahan webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutsh…
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Hannah Platt who talked about bad poetry, bad burlesque, what Hugh Dennis would say and plant pots. Hannah Platt: Defence Mechanism at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @HannahThePlatt Twitter @HannahThePlatt The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @Com…
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Jack Hester who talked about small town things, learning under pressure and gambling. Instagram @Comedian.Jack.Hester Jack Hester webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage…
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In this episode I spoke with character comedian Rosalie Minnitt who talked about ruining a play, entering the gladiatorial arena and an inspiring grandma. Rosalie Minnitt: Clementine at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @RosalieMinnitt Twitter @RosalieMinnitt The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram …
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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…
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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 Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @AimeeCooperforms; @HiyaItsMeKitty The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @C…
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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…
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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 Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @ElaineFellows Twitter @ElaineFellows_ The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instag…
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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 Co…
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In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Farah Sharp who talked about comedic thoughts bubbling over, being distracted and juicy juice. 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…
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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…
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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. 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…
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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. Sasha Ellen: My MILF-shake Brings all the Boys to the Yard at Edinburgh Fringe Character Building Experience at Edinburgh Fringe Twitter @SashaKEllen Sasha Ellen Webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram…
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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. Richard Cobb: Running Joke (WIP) at Brighton Fringe Instagram @theRichardCobb Twitter @theRichardCobb The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Insta…
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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…
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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. Instagram @AmyWebberComedian Twitter @AmyWebberSop Amy Webber webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Co…
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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…
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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 The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutsh…
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