Joe Wells is known best for his shows exploring mental health and his neurodiversity being autistic, while before that he first made his name as a political comedian with shows like Night of the Living Tories. Joe also hosts the podcast Neurodivergent Moments with Abigoliah Schamaun, of which their book is out today! We discuss:

• how performing for a neurodivergent audience can change the mechanics of live comedy
• the impact parenthood has on the kind of comedy you want to make
• how comedy can be a tool for processing your neurodivergence
• writing a book about OCD at 15
• how focusing on personal experiences stops your material becoming dated
• the problem with saying “we're all on the spectrum”
• and how Joe's viral clip didn't change his approach to making stuff

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Catch Up with Joe: Joe's book with Abigoliah Schamaun, Neurodivergent Moments, is out today in all good book stores and Joe Wells: Daddy Autism is on tour later this year. Find all the info and more at joewells.org.uk.

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