The Character of Comedy

In this episode host Jim Judges speaks to the super funny character comedian Rosalie Minnitt. We hear all about Rosalie's background and experience in comedy from improv, stand-up and other on-stage antics. We also find out about her first solo show "Clementine" and Rosalie's thoughts on stand-up, character comedy, Sylvanian Families, eating peas and so much more!

'Rosalie Minnitt: Clementine' is appearing at the Edinburgh Fringe at 2:25pm August 3-13th, 15-27th Underbelly Cowgate. Get there if you can; see ⁠EdFringe⁠ for more details.

In this episode host Jim Judges speaks to the wonderfully talented character comedian, improv artist, puppeteer and comedy tutor Charlie Vero-Martin. We hear how Charlie got started in the world of comedy and how her experience across different genres and styles of comedy and stand-up has resulted in awards, five star reviews and has led to the creation of her latest fun-packed Fringe sketch show 'Picnic'.

We hear about the creation of characters from the outside in and the inside out and get to meet Charlie's many varied and hilarious personas.

'Picnic' is on at the Bread & Roses London July 26th and also at the Edinburgh Fringe August 3-27th (not 14th) 6:55pm Underbelly Cowgate. See: www.charlieveromartin.com to find out more.

In this episode Jim Judges speaks to comedian, actor and writer Logan Murray. He is the author of the popular guide "Get Started in Stand-Up Comedy" and runs comedy performance and writing workshops in the UK and beyond. He has also collaborated with Jerry Sadowitz in the "Bib and Bob" show and appeared on television in many shows including Grange Hill, Peep Show, People Like Us and Karaoke Fish Tank. He is well known for his long-running comedy character, alter-ego, Ronnie Rigsby; described as a "cynical, foul-mouthed washed-up variety act from hell with at least fifty years at the bottom end of showbiz and nothing to show for it but utter contempt"! Welcome to this super interesting podcast that takes us form the early 1980s to present day with plenty of reflections on the world of entertainment, stand-up and the character of comedy.

In this episode comedian and comedy researcher Jim Judges speaks to Steve Lee about his comedy character and creation Mad Ron. He's described as 'The Third Hardest Man in Uxbridge' and he's also a multi award winning act earning accolades, laughter and appreciation wherever he performs.

In this super insightful episode we find out how Steve got started in comedy, we hear about his writing process and also some of Steve's ideas on what it takes to be successful at stand-up character comedy and in longer Fringe shows. Steve knows what he's talking about, because with almost 1000 gigs under his belt, this is Crime School meets the university of comedy and today the lesson is how to keep them laughing and coming back for more!

See www.madroncomedy.com and www.arushoflaughter.co.uk/mad-ron/

Also do not miss the London preview of Crime School 27th May Angel Comedy Club

And in August Crime School at Edinburgh Fringe 2023

In this episode we hear from Kev F Sutherland the comedian behind The Scottish Falsetto Sock Puppet Theatre. After hearing briefly from the socks we hear from performer, writer and comic strip artist Kev. We learn about his previous career from the early days of stand-up to performing with the Socks in his unique and very funny Sock Puppet Theatre and everything else in between. It's a bumper episode and is ideal for anyone with an interest in the characters and the people behind the world of live stand-up comedy.

Please note the main interview finishes at 55 minutes there is then an extra 10 minutes of bonus discussion about the world of stand-up comedy, venues, personas and more that was too good to edit out!

For more information about the Socks please see: scottishfalsettosocks.com and Kev F Sutherland (Comic Artist): kevfcomicartist.com

For more information about Jim Judges his writing, character comedy and research please see here: Writing | Jim Judges (safecutlery.com)

First up, and what a great start, comedian Jim Judges meets Steve Jameson who performs as the comedy character Sol Bernstein (“The world’s oldest living Jewish Comedian”). The character Sol has worked with them all: Elvis Presley, the Beatles, The Rat Pack, Lenny Bruce, Jack Benny, Tommy Cooper and Eddie Large. From The London Palladium, Caesars Palace Las Vegas, and Scunthorpe Baths, he's performed all over the world!

In this episode we hear about Steve Jameson the comedian behind the mask and get to hear about his background and journey to where he is today as well as finding out about the experiences, motivations and methods behind this highly entertaining comedy character.