Electrician & Comedian Alan Bissell’s Hilarious Journey

Send us Fan MailIn this electrifying episode of Off the Tools, host Pete welcomes Alan Bissell—founder of Artek Electrical, London cabbie, and rising stand-up comedian. Alan shares his candid and hilarious journey from driving double-decker buses to mastering the Knowledge and becoming a proud London taxi driver—all while building a successful electrical business and stepping into the unpredictable world of stand-up comedy.We dive deep into:How Alan juggled college, work, and bus driving to become an electricianThe ups and downs of the London cab trade (and Uber's impact)Starting Artek Electrical and the pressures of running a businessHis leap into stand-up comedy—and winning Up The Creek’s BlackoutDealing with difficult audiences and finding your voice on stageTattoos, family, ADHD, and honest takes on trades, life, and laughterThis is more than a tradesman’s tale—it’s a raw, funny, and inspiring chat about graft, grit, and growing into your purpose.🔧 Comedy, trades, and London life—this episode has it all.📣 Sponsored by Flexigas – the flexible gas pipe specialists: https://flexigas.com/💥 Powered by Ridgeline – seamless copper tubes built for the trade: https://ridgelinetubes.com/🎁 EXCLUSIVE PODCAST OFFERGet 30% OFF your Yearly Subscription to Gas Certificate App!Use code: POD30 at checkout📲 Download the Gas Certificate App nowhttps://onelink.to/hbv69u⚠️ Warning: Contains adult humour and strong language. Tradesmen banter ahead.🔗 Follow us on Socials📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offthejobpodcastuk📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offthejobpodcastuk