In this episode of The Open Mic Comedy Podcast, Marc chats with Scottish comedian Thor Holt — a man with a story as big as his name. From growing up free-spirited in Shetland to finding his footing (and sometimes falling flat) on comedy stages across Scotland, Thor talks about what he’s learned along the way.
They get into everything from the highs and lows of performing live to how social media can both help and hurt a comic’s growth. Thor shares how his material has evolved, why audience connection matters more than ever, and what keeps him coming back to the mic.
The chat drifts into wider territory too — the therapy of laughter, the rise of podcasting, why amateur comedians are often the most relatable, and even how AI might change both comedy and coding. It’s a smart, funny, and honest conversation about creativity, confidence, and the human side of making people laugh.
LINKS:
Open Mic Comedy Pod: https://www.instagram.com/openmiccomedypod
ThorHolt:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thor_holt
LinkedIn : http://linkedin.com/in/thorholt
TikTok :https://vm.tiktok.com/ZNdnCxnGa/
Spotify - Thorapy Podcast
https://open.spotify.com/show/5627gIuO5RgEdhXDuAFJkF?si=xzECDeGfQ4CAFpWXrye44A
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