Back To Basics Comedy

I’ve wanted to get Luke Craig on the podcast for a while, so I’m really pleased we were finally able to persuade him to chat with us. I first saw Luke at the Cavendish Arms about 18 months ago and was immediately impressed with his act – you can get a taste of his material … Continue reading "Back to Basics Comedy Podcast Episode 9 – Luke Craig"

Red Richardson has been described by Chortle as one of the most exciting new comedians in recent years, and you only need to watch him in action to understand why. In this episode, Red explains how he went from knowing almost nothing about stand-up comedy to becoming a full time comic in under five years. … Continue reading "Back to Basics Comedy Podcast Episode 8 – Red Richardson"

Anybody on the open mic scene in London over recent years will recognise Ross Smith, as a long-standing host of the popular Comedy Virgins night at the Cavendish Arms, as well as Angel Comedy at the Bill Murray Pub. He’s created two succesful Edinburgh shows, and is a regular face at comedy clubs in London … Continue reading "Back to Basics Comedy Podcast Episode 7 – Ross Smith"

Just five years into his stand-up career, Eshaan Akbar already has an impressive comedy CV, including three Edinburgh shows, supporting Dane Baptiste and Micky Flanagan on tour, and BBC appearances. In this episode of the podcast, Eshaan talked to us about his journey from open mic act to full time stand-up comedian. He offered a … Continue reading "Back to Basics Comedy Podcast Episode 6 – Eshaan Akbar"

Daniel Muggleton is an Australian pro comic, currently living in London, with a new special out on Amazon called Let’s Never Hang Out. You can find his website here, and follow him on Twitter too. We recorded this podcast at the Vauxhall Comedy Club, shortly before Dan did a set there, and in it he … Continue reading "Back to Basics Comedy Podcast Episode 5 – Daniel Muggleton"

Fatiha el-Ghorri is a rising star of the UK comedy scene – rapidly progressing from open mic act to professional gigs, she’s already building a formidable profile. In this episode she gives us some great insight into how she was able to develop so quickly as an act, and explains how she deals with abusive … Continue reading "Basic Comedy Podcast Episode 4 – Fatiha el-Ghorri"

In this episode Mouch interviews Jamie Allerton, who runs the Rubber Shark Comedy gig at South Kensington Comedy Club (Lance couldn’t be arsed showing up for this one). Jamie’s on the Twitter, and here’s a video of his recent set at Comedy Moochabout. There are more podcast episodes here.

In this episode Mouch and I interviewed Ken Grinell, who’s been working his way up the comedy ladder for a few years. I really enjoyed this interview, because although I’d seen Ken at a few gigs I didn’t really know him very well, and he turned out to have a lot of useful advice for … Continue reading "Basic Comedy Podcast Episode 2 – Ken Grinell"

In this first episode of the Basic Comedy Podcast, we interview Akin Omobatin about his journey so far in standup comedy, from his very first open mic nights to success in competitions, and taking a show to the Edinburgh Fringe. Also, barebacking. You can find Akin’s website here (along with his podcast “It Dies Here”, … Continue reading "Basic Comedy Podcast Episode 1 – Akin Omobitan"