Kidding

Reece Kidds interviews the talented comedian, podcaster, and content creator, Ali Woods, in episode eleven of "Kidding" 🎧 

Ali, a half-English, half-Scottish comedian, brings a refreshing mix of the 'every man' and the 'modern man' to his comedy. With a genuine interest in men's mental health and a perspective on lad culture, Ali's comedy combines humor with heart as he touches on topics like football, the environment, and social causes close to his heart.

Fresh off his first sold-out show at the Edinburgh Fringe, Ali has been making waves both on and off the stage. He won Hackney Empire New Act of the Year 2020 and has appeared on BBC Radio 4, TalkRadio, and TalkSport. His online comedy sketches, under the tag @aliwoodsgigs, have garnered millions of views and likes, and he's been featured on platforms like LadBible and Buzzfeed UK. Ali's growing fanbase discovered him after he supported Russell Kane on tour in 2022. 

In this episode, we delve into Ali's comedy career and recent successes on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok. We discuss his sold-out debut show at the Edinburgh Fringe, the story behind his entry into comedy after breaking his leg, and his drive to find fulfillment through his work.

We also explore Ali's creative process, from writing comedy to crafting engaging sketches. We touch on the challenges of show structure, the pursuit of consistency in creative work, and the importance of creating diverse content that resonates with audiences.

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Watch Ali's special "Best Friend Ever": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4e9T2oAU0g

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Welcome to episode ten of "Kidding," where I had the privilege of interviewing the incredible comedian, Logan Murray.  Logan, who is also one half of the infamous '90s double act 'Bib and Bob' with Jerry Sadowitz, has had a glittering showbiz career that will leave you in awe.From their West End run at the Criterion Theatre, where the police were called twice and critics hailed it as the best bad taste show ever, to Logan was the voice behind 'The Beano's Dennis the Menace and Gnasher TV Show.' He also played the character Ronnie Rigsby.

We dive deep into Logan's forty year journey in comedy, starting in alternative cabaret and transitioning into traditional stand-up comedy. He shares the challenges and rewards of the early days of stand-up, emphasizing that comedy is an individual art that requires the right attitude.

We also discuss the importance of learning from bad gigs and the value of structured comedy. Logan opens up about the wild times at the early Edinburgh Fringe and the significance of saying yes to every opportunity that comes your way.

We delve into Logan's role as a comedy tutor and the immense impact he has had on the comedy scene. His course, London Stands Up, is renowned for nurturing and shaping the careers of comedians such as Greg Greg Davies, Josh Widdicombe, Rhod Gilbert,  and we explore the creativity that comes from play and the power of embracing one's comedic voice. 

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In this interview new comedian Reece Kidd interviews Elf Lyons. Elf is an award winning comic, actor and writer. Her awards for her work have included: 
-The Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Show at the Edinburgh Fringe,
-The Malcolm Hardee Award for Comic Originality, 
-TheBritish Comedy Guide's Comedians Choice Award and Fringe World Perth's Best Comedy Show. 
-Adelaide Fringe's Pick of the Fringe 2018
I-n 2020 her show Unlikely Darlings with Helen Duff was one of The Telegraphs 50 Best Cultural Moments of the year.  
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She currently leads the Soho Theatre's Labs + course for emerging artists alongside directing artists in the UK and abroad.

Since January 2022, Elf has created and performed three different one hour comedy shows - each touring separately around the UK and internationally from 2023 onwards. 
HEIST an absurdist comedy show conducted entirely in BSL with Duffy; TALK DIRTY - a one hour straight stand-up show about filth.
RAVEN - her five star mad-cap comedy horror show.

You can listen to her hit podcast Elfonomics where she discusses economics with her dad on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 

Elf discusses her multiple Edinburgh shows. Her role in the Misandrist. Her early days. The importance of a supportive family. How to build your own show. How she's improved over time and her upcoming work. 

Follow Elf on Twitter at @elf_lyons
Follow Elf on Instagram at @elflyons

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In this podcast, Reece Kidd interviews Australian comedian Peter Jones.

Peter has performed stand-up on the TV series Comedy Up Late (ABC), appeared in Why Are You Like This? (Netflix), and has written for a bunch of TV shows in Australia that won’t mean anything to you if you haven’t lived there, including: The Project (Channel 10),  The Weekly (ABC) and for the one week Narrow World Of Sports (FOX Sports) existed before everything was shut down back in 2020.

He is the co-host of the very funny and occasionally spooky podcast Oooh, Spooky. He also co-hosted Kentucky Fried Chattin’ the only show that dared to try every item on the KFC menu. He has also made regular appearances on the Stupid Old Studios web series Gamey Gamey Game.

Peter has performed stand-up all over the world including having sell-out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe. He’s twice been a RAW Comedy state finalist, and was named by the Herald Sun as one of the New Faces To Watch for his debut show at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

 In this interview. Peter talks about his comedic beginnings and his experience with stand-up comedy. Doing his first gig in his teenage years before waiting ten years till his next performance.

Peter Jones discusses leaving tech support to pursue comedy full time. How he wrote for Australian shows to supplement his income while working as a standup in the evening.

Peter Jones shares his favourite bombing story. He reveals how he copes with bombing now.

Peter shares his experiences at the Edinburgh fringe. Discussing the success of his first show and his experience recording a podcast.

Peter discusses the importance of varied audiences to make your comedy international.

Peter and Reece laugh at Reece falling apart at a gig they both went on.

Peter gives Reece some advice on his upcoming Edinburgh show.

Peter talks about his plan to continue to grow and improve in London.

Peter Jones Instagram
25 Days in Edinburgh Podcast
Oooh Spooky Podcast 

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In this podcast, Reece Kidd interviews Romanian comedian Radu Isac. Radu talks about his comedic beginnings and his experience with stand-up comedy in Romania, the United States and in the UK.

Radu discusses leaving his day job to pursue comedy full time. Having to prove himself to a UK audience that he was a professional. 

Radu shares his experiences in the UK. Getting round, getting gigs and getting noticed.  He discusses his writing  process.

Radu explains why Science needs more criticism and why the Pandemic was the best.

Radu and Reece discuss chess and chess streaming.

Radu talks about he despises social media and how he could 4x his income if he could be bothered to do an hour extra admin a day. 

Radu talks about his new special, how he grew his audience and released it himself. 

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Radus Website

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In episode three of "Kidding I had the pleasure of interviewing the  talented and award-winning comedian, Rob Copland!  Rob's electric live performance style has made him one of the most exciting and inventive comedians on the circuit. With accolades like being a finalist in esteemed new act competitions and winning the unique gong show, Brian Gittens' The Honk Show, Rob's comedic prowess is undeniable.

In 2022, Rob made his Edinburgh Fringe debut with 'MAINSTREAM MUCK (gimme some of that),' a show that received critical acclaim and became a word-of-mouth must-see among audiences and fellow performers. It even earned Rob the prestigious Best Show award in the Comedians Choice Awards, making him the first comedian to achieve this honor with a debut show.

But there's more to Rob than just his exceptional stage presence. He's also a gifted comedic actor, having produced, directed, and co-written several online sketches and short films. With a first-class degree in film studies and experience working in television, Rob's unique perspective allows him to shine both in front of and behind the camera.

In this episode, we dive deep into the inner workings of a comedian's life. Rob shares insights into his early years in stand-up, the adrenaline-filled excitement of taking the first steps towards his Everest. We explore the importance of effective communication and delivering great performances, shining a light on the skills that make a comedian truly exceptional. We also discuss the significance of writing, finding inspiration, and the dedication required to hone one's craft.

Links

Rob Copland instagram
Mainstream muck

People mentioned

Jeff Innocent
Sam Simmons
Matt Hudson
Hannah Layton

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 Dane Buckley, the the world’s only Irish, Indian, gay comedian…possibly. He's an  award-winning comic & writer, he draws upon his unique heritage with a cheeky charm & effortless mischief. Dane has done tour support for Tom Allen and Rosie Jones.  
Dane spoke with Reece Kidd about his experiences with comedy, writing, and life in general. Buckley has a strong connection with Ireland, which he attributes to his mother's Irish heritage and his summers spent there as a child. He learned the Irish language at a summer school in the Irish-speaking regions of Donegal. Dane's comedy is heavily influenced by his Irish roots and his experiences with his mother and aunts.

Buckley worked for the London Irish Center for ten years, which also had a significant impact on his life. He currently runs a day center for Irish pensioners in London and uses their stories and characters in his comedy set. He is working on a sitcom about a gay man running a day center with pensioners in a nursing home, which takes a humorous approach to the asylum system.

During the interview, Buckley also shares his writing process, which involves creating individual documents for different subjects and slowly linking them together to form a narrative. He also talks about his approach to new material, trying out new jokes during gigs and refining them based on audience reactions. However, he also shares a horror story of performing at a gig where the audience was drinking excessively.

Buckley also discusses his experience starting stand-up comedy during lockdown and his approach to writing, preferring to build up a lot of material and then edit down to the best bits. He also shares a joke he developed during a comedy course about wearing Asian bangles on his hand.

In addition to discussing his comedy career, Buckley also touches on personal topics such as therapy, resilience, and protecting himself before a performance. He follows a shielding exercise to protect himself and draws on happy moments in his life, visualizes his ancestors cheering him on, and goes to his happy place at Dun Aengus on Inishmore.

Throughout the interview, Buckley's humor and unique perspective shine through, making for an enjoyable and insightful conversation.

Shownotes

Gaeltacht
Glencolmcille  (Irish speaking school)
Aran Islands
Barmbrack
Gavin and Stacey
King Gong
Larry Dean on the worst heckle he's had

Books
Camping by Julia Davis
No shame by Tom Allen
Michael Mcantyre's books
Alan Carr books
Joe Lycetts books

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