John Kearns is the first and only comedian in history to win both the best newcomer and best show at the Edinburgh Festival in consecutive years. In this episode we chat about sad music, his love of Bruce Sprinsteen and how music impacted his upbringing.

 

Track 1:  Bruce Springsteen – Racing In The Street. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecunQO_uoIg)

 

Track 2: Anohni +  Bryce Dessner – I Was Young When I left Home.(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__1DMJfS7Hc)

 

Track 3: Radiohead – House Of Cards.(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nTFjVm9sTQ)