Comedy writer and performer Dave Cohen - one of the founding Comedy Store Players, and latterly a contributor to shows such as Have I Got News For You, Horrible Histories and Not Going Out - hosts What Are You Laughing At?, a podcast all about British comedy. With an array of special guests, plus regulars James Cary (writer: Hut 33, Miranda, Another Case Of Milton Jones) and stand-up Tony Cowards, Dave discusses the latest comedy news, TV and radio programmes, and the live circuit.

Dave Cohen and James Cary are joined by top script editor Andrew Ellard. Together they discuss ITV's latest moves back into the field of sitcom, and Andrew's impressive CV, including The IT Crowd (with Graham Linehan) and Red Dwarf (with Doug Naylor). Andrew also talks about his work co-writing The Brian Butterfield Movie with James and Peter Serafinowicz, as well as the use of Twitter in the comedy industry, and more in-depth writing discussion including the mechanics and use of character and gags.

To keep up-to-date with what Andrew Ellard is up to, and get some of his witty posts, follow him on Twitter: @ellardent

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