Everyone Relax

The planets finally align and we're joined by Australian comedy royalty, Dave O'Neil. Dave and Wil reminisce on the early days of the stand-up scene, including the pioneers (like Dave) who helped pave the way. Dave is now 60 and a father, he talks about the gigs he has to turn down, how music influenced his act, and what he learned as a writer on some of Australia's seminal sketch comedy shows.

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A fire alarm causes a studio evacuation and producer Mike III kicks into action as the only fire warden on site before a quick detour into 'fortnite emoting' and the sad world of Musk. Then, what you've been waiting for — the culmination of Charlie's longstanding obsession with boyband, Five and its missing member. It turns out Jay is more than OK — he's back in the band and only TOFOP can unpack it.

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Laura Daniel (NZ) describes the influence of Taskmaster and how her appearance on the show has helped her build a new audience in the UK, where she's currently giving it a crack. Laura talks about meeting her husband and collaborator, fellow comedian, Joseph Moore. Also, the influence of theatre sports (and a group called SNORT), and chasing happiness — including the influence of the notorious 'Landmark' group and re-connecting with her father.

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Grab a pickle juice and kick back for a hot-take-free zone — nobody does it quite like Wil and Charlie and it's not just because they haven't watched this week's games. What's the deal with Rum'un, Tasmania's new mascot? (spoiler: we love him). Will a new father-son rule hurt St Kilda again? When a Blues fan uses therapy language, Charlie's realisation about the parallel between the Saints and Carlton goes deeper. And a million midfielders rejoice — Wil's Bulldogs celebrate a milestone, despite a painful loss. 

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"People are freaks, give them a chance and they'll do something weird". Eastern suburbs native and outstanding improv and stand-up artist, Jess Fuchs shares their story from specialty needs student to Psychology dropout to the stages of New York City. Jess' comedy influences are eclectic — Curb Your Enthusiasm, Carl Barron, and Fawlty Towers. Find out why Jess has never experienced FOMO, how comedy can be used for personal growth, and the importance of sacrifice.

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He bolted down his wheelie bin. He bought cable ties. He walked around the house with a torch. Charlie breaks down his experience preparing and living through Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Hope picks up when Charlie gets his hands on a black market 'genny' but can he set it up in time? A 100-year-old window might threaten to shatter but Wil believes Charlie's personal growth has never been stronger.

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Rhys Darby (Flight of The Concords, Yes Man, Hunt For The Wilderpeople) is bringing his new physical stand-up comedy show to Australia. Before he arrives, Wil finds out how Rhys' 'slow and steady' career approach has brought him success, how his time in the army shaped his discipline, and why Jim Carrey tried to make his son laugh. Rhys also reflects on his role as a New Zealand comedian on the world stage, and the hilarious countrymen he's loved to work alongside.

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Richmond is back, but not how we know it and does Charlie now feel sympathy for Carlton fans? Bevo's Bottom Boys start the season right and confirm that Happy Days is the cultural touchstone for people of a certain vintage. Is there to much Fortnite emoting in games and what exactly is Fornite emoting?

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Alice Tovey doesn't take shit from anyone. Their interests span horror films, music, songwriting, and comedy — Alice works as a writer on Wil's TV projects. She shares how a diagnosis emboldened her to be a more authentic version of herself. The importance of her partner puts up with her 'wild mood swings'. And importantly, Alice digs into their upcoming Melbourne Comedy show that deals with her personal experience with Australia's prison industrial complex. 

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Links to other Wilosophy episodes mentioned in this episode: Reuben Kaye, Gen Fricker, Bec Melrose, Michelle Brasier.

 

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We're taking a little break this week as Charlie slops his way out of the mud, post-Cyclone Alfred. In the meantime, here's Lizzy Hoo and Dave Thornton joining Wil and Charlie live on stage at the Basement Comedy Club, recorded  in Melbourne in November 2024.

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