Some Laugh

This week the boays are joined by comedian MC Hammersmith (aka Will Naameh). An improvised-rapper who regularly sends comedy audiences into eruptions of laughter and energy, Will discusses the preparation and pitfalls that accompany his act, reveals the most unusual items crowds have given him to rap about, and demonstrates his skills with a couple of raps specifically about Glasgow phrases and the pod itself.. Plus, he explains to the boays what it’s like to go to private school,...

Marc is joined by Ed Campbell of PoliticsJOE for a rundown of the upcoming UK general election following last week's surprise announcement from Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. They discuss the Tories' plan to introduce national service for 18 year-olds, consider the prospect of a Keir Starmer Labour government (with various football analogies on Marc's part) and weigh up how new First Minister John Swinney's SNP and the various other parties will fare at the ballot box come July. Plus...

This week the boays are joined by comedian Jin Hao Li. Having cut his teeth on the Scottish comedy circuit whilst studying at St Andrews, Jin reveals the unusual living conditions Prince William was rumoured to have whilst living on campus. Jin recalls having to do military conscription (which is now unexpectedly topical) in Singapore , recounts his experience of performing at the final of last year's BBC New Comedy Award at The King's Theatre in Glasgow - and explains the effects...

This week the boays are joined by comedian Alison Spittle. Alison chats about growing up in rural Ireland, spending her teenage years going to parties in a creepy old man's house and trying to catch out predators in online chatrooms. Plus, Alison recounts how she ended up reviewing films for the radio while still in high school, how radio led to her start in stand-up (and writing a joke at her first gig entirely from things someone told her not to talk about), and how lockdown ins...

This week the boays are joined by comedian Iain Stirling. Known best as "The Voice of Love Island", Iain discusses how he landed the gig narrating goings-on at Casa Amor (and realising how big a deal it when he seen his crowd's reaction to him bringing a Love Island water bottle onstage), reflects on his time doing kids TV including experiences with Jedward and rehearsing for the Queen's death. Plus, Iain chats about his time commentating on (and playing in Soccer Aid), working wi...

This week the boays are joined by Scot Squad creator and comedy commissioner at Channel 4 Joe Hullait. Joe tracks his rise from starting out at open mics in Glasgow to becoming a high-heid yin in TV, gives advice for budding comedy writers looking to get their scripts made (and whether or not it's all about social media clout these days), and explains the origins and process behind making BBC Scotland's hit comedy Scot Squad. Plus - Joe discusses hanging about with David Ha...

This week the boays are joined by Irish comedian Chris Kent. Chris reminisces about his time living in Australia while he was starting out as a comic (while still working as an electrician and having a side-hustle in copper), discusses how much of his laid-back style is typical of the Cork sense of humour, and explains why he once had to break into his own car. Plus, the boays ask Chris about the praise bestowed upon him by James Acaster, he recalls the sight of a shoeless heckler...

This week Marc and Steve are joined by comedian Ashley Storrie. Ashley chats about starring in the new BBC sitcom "Dinosaur", her experiences of writing and playing an autistic character and why it was important to portray an authentic reflection of her own experience. They also chat about Ashley starting standup at the age of 11, her experiences of being on the road (including with a live show of Frozen), and how an early childhood encounter with Still Game's Greg Hemphill ended ...

Marc chats with comedian Rachel Parris ahead of her tour shows in Scotland at the beginning of May. Star of The Mash Report (and the videos from it which went viral online), Rachel discusses becoming known for something that's not completely reflective of her stand-up, what it was like when she took over as host during the ill-fated weeks where Liz Truss became Prime Minister and the Queen died, and explains why she's not a fan of the phrase "Be Kind". Plus, Rachel reflects on her...

This week Steve and Marc are joined by comedian Ray Bradshaw. They discuss doing DIY, how your approach to lad's holidays changes from your 20s to your 30's, and Ray explains why he's out looking for fellow bald-gingers as part of his new tour show. Plus, Ray recalls his time sharing a place with Marc in Australia, Steve explains his "slippy floor" party-piece, and Marc calls out Ray for simultaneously being one of the nicest guys around but also a bit of a dick.A video version o...