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Suzi Ruffell interview
Wednesday 7th March 2018
Suzi Ruffell started writing her latest show, Keeping It Classy, she intended to examine the world she now inhabits. But then unexpected events intervened...
The struggle of being a working class comedian
Thursday 1st March 2018
Comedian Tom Mayhew explains how coming from a working class background puts up extra barriers in terms of trying to forge a career in stand-up comedy.
First Gig, Worst Gig: Ari Eldjárn
Thursday 1st March 2018
Iceland's top comic is in town for the Soho Theatre's Alternative Gala soon, and his own show, which is there too. Good planning. Then again, this is the guy who once tried telling financial gags to under-10s.
Lee Nelson interview
Thursday 1st March 2018
Lee Nelson, who is currently on tour, talks about his current relationship status in this joke-filled interview.
First Gig, Worst Gig: Jess Robinson
Thursday 22nd February 2018
The gifted impressionist / singer / actress takes us right back to her childhood - and ChuckleVision.
First Gig, Worst Gig: Bobby Mair
Thursday 15th February 2018
Canadian comic Bobby Mair has met a sometimes scary array of audiences on both sides of the pond.
UK Pun Championships 2018: Meet the finalists
Saturday 10th February 2018
The UK Pun Championships 2018 final takes place as part of the Leicester Comedy Festival this Monday. Here's a guide to the eight finalists, with a gag from each.
First Gig, Worst Gig: Rosie Jones
Thursday 8th February 2018
Researcher-turned-performer Rosie Jones remembers a misguided punter, one bizarrely horrendous MC, and her first gag for Jimmy Carr.
Stuart Goldsmith interview
Thursday 8th February 2018
Stuart Goldsmith is setting off on a tour the country with his live show, Like I Mean It. He's been busy recently with a baby, marriage and some high profile podcast guests. We caught up with him to find out the latest...
David Baddiel interview
Friday 2nd February 2018
A lot of people think David Baddiel's new stand-up show is a serious play. It isn't. And his next one looks set to take on the trolls. Plus: kid's books, years of hurt, and the great lost Newman & Baddiel tape.