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 Thursday.
Steve Bugeja
Thursday 27th September 2018
From Bishops Stortford to Soho via the States, Steve Bugeja opens up about his pianist fingers and bucket issues.
Helen Duff
Thursday 20th September 2018
Loop pedals, cheesecake and mum-made flaps - it's the unique comedy history of the heroic Helen Duff.
Sleeping Trees
Thursday 13th September 2018
Josh from sketch group Sleeping Trees talks us through a never-again 8am show on the Isle of Wight.
Gavin Webster
Thursday 30th August 2018
A great northern institution, Gavin Webster embarks on his first ever tour, with whisky in the glove box, no doubt.
Mr Twonkey
Thursday 23rd August 2018
Edinburgh Fringe favourite Mr Twonkey on being banned from The Stand, and a disgraceful puppet attack.
Romina Puma
Thursday 16th August 2018
The Germany-born, Italy-raised comic reckons her second-homeland isn't quite ready for her stuff.
Nick Elleray
Thursday 9th August 2018
An oasis of calm at a frenetic Fringe, Nick Elleray talks us through a memorably less-fun evening at Gillingham FC.