It was the first of times, it was the worst of times. In this interview column edited by Si Hawkins we probe comedians' murky pasts. A new interview every Friday.
Shit-faced Shakespeare
Friday 18th October 2019
They throw a boozy spanner into the great Bard's works, but how did Shit-faced Shakespeare begin their unique take on his oeuvre?
Tania Edwards
Friday 11th October 2019
As she gears up for the Laugh Till it Hurts fundraiser, Tania Edwards recalls one of comedy's most traumatic crisp packets.
Stewart Francis
Friday 4th October 2019
He's heading off Into the Punset - the last show ever is in December - but can Stewart Francis remember where it all began?
Zach Zucker
Friday 27th September 2019
He's spawned a monster with Jack Tucker, but how many walkouts did Zach Zucker add up in Adelaide?
Sally-Anne Hayward
Friday 20th September 2019
She's about to head out on tour with Hayley Ellis - but what's that about eye masks and a Shewee?
Laurence Clark
Friday 13th September 2019
Back on tour and with a new play also in the bag, Laurence Clark takes us through his highs and lows.
Andrew Bird
Friday 6th September 2019
He's flying into Biggleswade next week - but why was Andrew Bird marched from the building in Brum?
Liza Treyger
Friday 30th August 2019
Athens! Amsterdam! Southend-on-Sea! Liza Treyger will definitely remember her debut European tour.
Giants as Fjord
Friday 9th August 2019
Nordic pop duo Fjord have taken Giants' slot at this year's Edinburgh Fringe - but will Ulrik's papa be there to see it?