In this podcast I ask the big questions, What is comedy? Who is it, and why is it? To help me define the meaning of this broad term I’ve enlisted the help of comedians, performers, creators and promoters, as well as fans like myself, to discuss what comedy means to them.
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In this podcast I ask the big questions, What is comedy? Who is it, and why is it? To help me define the meaning of this broad term I’ve enlisted the help of comedians, performers, creators and promoters, as well as fans like myself, to discuss what comedy means to them.
In this episode I spoke with comedian Amelia Hamilton who talked about the duality of stand-up, feeling the heft, winning comedy and play.
“Amelia Hamilton: Forget Me Not” at Soho Theatre
Instagram @ameliahamiltoncomedy
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Katie Pritchard who talked about a violin graveyard, amazing little treats, really good lights and peanuts.
Robin Hood at The Capitol Theatre, Horsham
Instagram @katiepritchards
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The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Adam Larter who talked about scruffy young urchins, not being that weird, pantomime and cardboard.
Instagram @adamlarter, @weirdoscomedy
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Heidi Regan who talked about film analysis, freaking out, a complete beam and not writing drama.
Instagram @heidi_regan
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The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Caroline McEvoy who talked about a lightening bolt moment, mad expeditions and someone else's kitten.
Instagram @carolinemcevoycomedy
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The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Laura Lexx who talked about a little puzzle game, a background in comedy and a bit of blue.
Instagram @lexxlaura
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Gareth Mutch who talked about wetting the bed, marmalade, a man with a gun and a pint before the rugger.
Instagram @garethmutch
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Zara Gladman who talked about a defence mechanism, a vocal steamer, TikTok and being a control freak.
Instagram @zanyzaz
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
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In this episode I spoke with comedy writer Annabel Edmonds who talked about hating pandas, predatory men and a good funny noise.
Instagram @annabel_edmonds_comedy
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Liam Withnail who talked about total control, a toxic environment and goblin mode.
'Liam Withnail: Big Strong Boy' at Edinburgh Fringe
'Liam Withnail: Big Strong Boy' UK Tour 2025
Instagram @liamwithnail
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Kayleigh Jones who talked about needing permission, life changing things, pushing the ridiculousness and a skill bucket.
‘Kayleigh Jones: I Fed My Dad to a Pelican’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @kayleigh_m_jones
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Marjolein Robertson who talked about the year of the funk, the Brothers Grimm, DMT and shadow work.
‘Marjolein Robertson: Lein’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @marjoleinrobertson
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
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In this episode I spoke with actor and comedian Charlie Mulliner who talked about facing a little drum, forgetting how to make conversation and being in it for the long game.
‘Love Hunt’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @cmulliner
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
In this episode I spoke with comedian Alfie Packham who talked about doing a little dance, a good fun friend and two different games.
‘Alfie Packham: My Apologies to the Chef’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @alfiepackham
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
In this episode I spoke with comedian Holly Spillar who talked about performing for bears, Grimes' rooftop instruments and determination.
‘Holly Spillar: Tall Child’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @hollyspillar
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
In this episode I spoke with comedian Ben Pope who talked about loneliness, Princes of Main, a new funny word and a big, juicy entertaining show.
‘Ben Pope: The Cut’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @popesbenedict
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
In this episode I spoke with comedian Sam Nicoresti who talked about identity, Weirdos unwashed wigs, splashing around in a puddle and having nothing.
‘Sam Nicoresti: Baby Doomer’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @samnicoresti
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
In this episode I spoke with comedian Sikisa Bostwick-Barnes who talked about choosing between bitches, ugly laughing, wrestling and immigration.
‘Sikisa: Serving Justice’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @sikisacomedy
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
In this episode I spoke with comedian Jonny Pelham who talked about digging into the truth, trying to be more silly and a French Post-Modernist.
‘Jonny Pelham: Is it Me?’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @jonny_pelham
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
In this episode I spoke with comedian Candace Bryan who talked about tequila, Meyers-Briggs, a giant statue of Elvis and Ping-Pong.
‘Candace Bryan: MILF - Mom I'd Like to Find’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @CandaceBryan
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
In this podcast I ask the big questions, What is comedy? Who is it, and why is it? To help me define the meaning of this broad term I’ve enlisted the help of comedians, performers, creators and promoters, as well as fans like myself, to discuss what comedy means to them.
