PODCAST · comedy
Comedy in a Nutshell
by thecomedynerd
In this podcast I ask the big questions, What is comedy? Who is it, and why is it? To help me define the meaning of this broad term I’ve enlisted the help of comedians, performers, creators and promoters, as well as fans like myself, to discuss what comedy means to them.
Episodes
-
174. Jim Hooker
In this episode I spoke with comedian Jim Hooker who talked about long dark nights of the soul, the bald men of Edinburgh, talking to the dog and seeing the world like a Simpsons episode. Instagram @jimhcomedy jimhcomedy.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a...
-
173. Lawrence Dodd
In this episode I spoke with comedian Lawrence Dodd who talked about a capacity for vulnerability, something accidentally profound, keeping it interesting and having hands. Instagram @pleaselozplease The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram...
-
172. Lizzie Allan
In this episode I spoke with comedian and therapist Lizzie Allan who talked about Hilarapy, a sophisticated house party, small town fame and a place of wellness. Instagram @lizzieallanvision YouTube @lizzieallanvision lizzieallan.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com…
more -
171. Nicole Harris
In this episode I spoke with comedian Nicole Harris who talked about being more different, making a connection and doing the work. Instagram @nicoleharriscomedy YouTube @NicoleHarrisComedy The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell...
-
170. Stacey Edwards
In this episode I spoke with comedian Stacey Edwards who talked about headmistress energy, Al Pacino's sausage and a comedy daddy. Instagram @lestass The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
-
169. Alex Mason
In this episode I spoke with comedian Alex Mason who talked about a few mathsy bits, friends to lean on, being bitchy and a child crying. Instagram @masonmakesjokes The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell...
-
168. CeeKay Brown
In this episode I spoke with comedian CeeKay Brown who talked about long-winded storytelling, a horrible car crash, a bitey personage and staying grounded. Instagram @ceekaycomedy punchup.live/ceekay The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram...
-
167. Gail Porter
In this episode I spoke with presenter and comedian Gail Porter who talked about messing with the dark side, Greyfriars Bobby's nose, back-to-back Top of the Pops and panic. Instagram @iamgailporter The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram...
-
166. Mark Vigeant
In this episode I spoke with comedian Mark Vigilant who talked about warrior training, tracking a moose, consensual clowning and a certain set of skills. Instagram @mark_vigeant YouTube @markvigeant markvigeantcomedy.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a...
-
165. Spooky Dookie
In this episode I spoke with Claire McFadden and Maureen Monahan, sketch duo Spooky Dookie who talked about cleaning up vomit, getting granular, long walks and crawling on the ground looking for a ukulele in the dark. Instagram @spookydookieduo, @czmcfadden, @maurmon...
-
164. Mark Forward
In this episode I spoke with comedian Mark Forward who talked about a marionette without strings, premeditated heckling, a McDonalds metaphor and Peter! Instagram @markforwardd You Tube @ForwardMark www.markforward.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a…
more -
163. Chloe Reynolds
In this episode I spoke with comedian Chloe Reynolds who talked about a vision board, balancing sincerity with silliness, a creative sweet spot and scotch eggs behind an Asda. Instagram @chloereynoldscomedy The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram...
-
162. Mel Hudson
In this episode I spoke with actor and comedian Mel Hudson who talked about showbiz abuse, a magic porridge pot, spreading joy and a prescription for sanity. Instagram @mc_melhudson The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell...
-
161. John Achkar
In this episode I spoke with Lebanese comedian John Achkar who talked about Arabic comedy, reflection, connection, entrepreneurship and being part of something. Instagram @johnachr YouTube @TheJohnAchkar www.johnachkar.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a...
-
160. Bilal Zafar
In this episode I spoke with comedian Bilal Zafar who talked about not fitting in, a different audience, jealousy and finding happiness. Instagram @zafarcakes_ YouTube @Zafarcakes The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell...
-
159. Raj Poojara
In this episode I spoke with comedian Raj Poojara who talked about insufficient bullying, a brutally honest barber, bursting for a pee and being groomed. Instagram @lord_rajj rajpoojara.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram…
more -
158. Kathryn Higgins
In this episode I spoke with comedian Kat Higgins who talked about wardrobe malfunctions, getting inspired, taking command of the pub and an echoey cement shell. Instagram @kat.higginscomedy The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram…
more -
157. Richard Stott
In this episode I spoke with comedian Richard Stott who talked about emotional vulnerability, a journey of discovery, a grey area and a sense of achievement. Instagram @the_rstott The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell...
-
156. Lianna Holston
In this episode I spoke with comedian Lianna Holston who talked about the cake you buy yourself, crying upright, loudly not laughing, a capacity for delight and a dramatic monologue. Instagram @liannaholston liannaholston.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a...
-
155. Olaf Falafel
In this episode I spoke with comedian Olaf Falafel who talked about floaters, not being Swedish, last words, going for a walk and the Blue Danube. Instagram @olaffalafel YouTube Olaf Falafel Art Club www.olaffalafel.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a…
more -
154. Zoe Wohlfeld
In this episode I spoke with comedian Zoe Wohlfeld who talked about being bad, sitting on the floor, the craft and banana peels. Instagram @zoewohlfeld The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
-
153. Hamish Lloyd Barnes
In this episode I spoke with comedian Hamish Lloyd Barnes who talked about Wally's son, Legionnaire's Disease and accents. Unfortunately Barnes’ Edinburgh Fringe show has been cancelled due to ill health. Instagram @hamishlb123 hamishlloydbarnes.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd...
-
152. Paul Hilleard
In this episode I spoke with comedian Paul Hilleard who talked about a little bit of looseness, a substitute teacher, the funny bits and taking a step. Instagram @acatnamedpeaches The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell...
-
151. Kate Hammer
In this episode I spoke with comedian Kate Hammer who talked about the apple butter & cheese festival, a philosophical awakening, naturally high energy and goat-fisting. Instagram @katethehammer katethehammer.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell...
-
150. Mitch Benn
In this episode I spoke with comedian Mitch Benn who talked about a big tent, a lot of contrivance, a pizza wheel, a wooden block and a hatstand and the one about the badgers. Instagram @mitch_benn YouTube @mitchbennpatreon3997 mitchbenn.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd...
-
149. Rachel Creeger
In this episode I spoke with comedian Rachel Creeger who talked about a crossroads, a little poem, a lump of clay and 'nachas'. Instagram @rachcreeger rachelcreeger.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell...
-
148. John Robertson
In this episode I spoke with comedian John Robertson who talked about a 5-year vendetta, a wall untouched, transparent video cases filed with offal and the Pagliacci game. Instagram @mr_dark_room YouTube robbotron www.thejohnrobertson.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com...
-
147. Andy Barr
In this episode I spoke with comedian Andy Barr who talked about breaking the spell, a bag of wine, a benefit gig and being in step. Instagram @catballbag andybarrcomedy.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell...
-
146. Lara Ricote
In this episode I spoke with comedian Lara Ricote who talked about filling a hole, a special relationship, watching women think and faffing. Instagram @lararicote YouTube @lara.ricote lararicote.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram...
-
145. Bec Hill
In this episode I spoke with comedian Bec Hill who talked about confidence, finishing high school all over again and becoming Neil Buchanan. Instagram @bechillcomedian YouTube @BecHillComedian bechillcomedian.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell...
-
144. Ali Brice
In this episode I spoke with comedian Ali Brice who talked about fake glasses, finding your people, a wheelie bin and an experiment. Instagram @twicebricebrice alibrice.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell...
-
143. Tom Mayhew
In this episode I spoke with comedian Tom Mayhew who talked about going back to bed, karaoke and knowing what to do with a stick. Instagram @tommayhewcomedy YouTube @TomMayhew tommayhew.co.uk The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram...
-
142. Cheryl Hurst
In this episode I spoke with comedian Cheryl Hurst who talked about friendship, the title police and following the rules. Instagram @cherylhurstcomedy YouTube @cherylhurstcomedy The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell...
-
141. Ray O'Leary
In this episode I spoke with comedian Ray O'Leary who talked about Pangea, a captive audience, Immanuel Kant and mattress protectors. Instagram @rayolearycomedy YouTube @rayolearycomedy The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell...
-
140. Kate Smurthwaite
In this episode I spoke with comedian and activist Kate Smurthwaite who talked about where the chairs are, the Oasis effect, Fringe funding, the film game and a thermal lunchbox. Instagram @kate_smurthwaite YouTube @KateSmurthwaite www.katesmurthwaite.co.uk The Comedy Nerd Instagram…
more -
139. Jordan Gray
In this episode I spoke with comedian Jordan Gray who talked about groupies, grandad, a yogic stance, a man named Igor and Crimson-on-the-Nase. Instagram @talldarkfriend www.jordangraycomedy.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram...
-
138. Schalk Bezuidenhout
In this episode I spoke with comedian Schalk Bezuidenhout who talked about an afternoon in a strip club, a sufficient level of fame, a terrible thing to say and The Office SA. Instagram @schalkiebez YouTube @schalkiebez schalkbezuidenhout.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd...
-
137. Siblings
In this episode I spoke with character and sketch duo Siblings who talked about basking in the flop, the Glue Boys, what Alan Rickman said and a colander. Instagram @siblingscomedy siblingscomedy.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram...
-
136. Shalaka Kurup
In this episode I spoke with comedian Shalaka Kurup who talked about a learning experience, the Roast Battle community, funny sounds and a cat error. Instagram @shalakakurup The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell...
-
135. Ian Stone
In this episode I spoke with comedian Ian Stone who talked about 'Look at me' mode, watching Arsenal, a phone call from Paul Weller and fun. Instagram @ianstonecomedy www.ianstonecomedian.co.uk The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram...
-
134. Stuart Goldsmith
In this episode I spoke with comedian Stuart Goldsmith who talked about The Comedian's Comedian, door-kicking, the holy grail and joy. Instagram @stuartgoldsmithcomedy www.stuartgoldsmith.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram...
-
133. Jojo Maberly
In this episode I spoke with comedian Jojo Maberly who talked about being angsty as hell, a specific man and the loudest silence. Instagram @jojo_mahahaberly jojomaberly.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell...
-
132. Eoghan Collins
In this episode I spoke with comedian Eoghan Collins who talked about the Irish accent, walking a tightrope, having fun and being a good boy. Instagram @eoghancollinscomedy The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell...
-
131. Becky Goodman
In this episode I spoke with comedian Becky Goodman who talked about the New York comedy scene, the reality of tour support, being really stupid and the vulva. Instagram @beckygoodtimes beckygoodman.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram...
-
130. Amelia Hamilton
In this episode I spoke with comedian Amelia Hamilton who talked about the duality of stand-up, feeling the heft, winning comedy and play. Instagram @ameliahamiltoncomedy ameliahamiltoncomedy.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram...
-
129. Katie Pritchard
In this episode I spoke with comedian Katie Pritchard who talked about a violin graveyard, amazing little treats, really good lights and peanuts. Instagram @katiepritchards katiepritchard.co.uk The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram...
-
128. Adam Larter
In this episode I spoke with comedian Adam Larter who talked about scruffy young urchins, not being that weird, pantomime and cardboard. Instagram @adamlarter, @weirdoscomedy adamlarter.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram…
more -
127. Heidi Regan
In this episode I spoke with comedian Heidi Regan who talked about film analysis, freaking out, a complete beam and not writing drama. Instagram @heidi_regan heidiregan.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell...
-
126. Caroline McEvoy
In this episode I spoke with comedian Caroline McEvoy who talked about a lightening bolt moment, mad expeditions and someone else's kitten. Instagram @carolinemcevoycomedy comedybandits.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram…
more -
125. Laura Lexx
In this episode I spoke with comedian Laura Lexx who talked about a little puzzle game, a background in comedy and a bit of blue. YouTube The Comedy Bureau Instagram @lexxlaura lauralexx.co.uk The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram...
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
ABOUT THIS SHOW
In this podcast I ask the big questions, What is comedy? Who is it, and why is it? To help me define the meaning of this broad term I’ve enlisted the help of comedians, performers, creators and promoters, as well as fans like myself, to discuss what comedy means to them.
HOSTED BY
thecomedynerd
CATEGORIES
Loading similar podcasts...
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does Comedy in a Nutshell have?
Comedy in a Nutshell currently has 172 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Comedy in a Nutshell about?
In this podcast I ask the big questions, What is comedy? Who is it, and why is it? To help me define the meaning of this broad term I’ve enlisted the help of comedians, performers, creators and promoters, as well as fans like myself, to discuss what comedy means to them.
How often does Comedy in a Nutshell release new episodes?
Comedy in a Nutshell publishes regularly with 172 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.
Where can I listen to Comedy in a Nutshell?
You can listen to Comedy in a Nutshell on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.
Who hosts Comedy in a Nutshell?
Comedy in a Nutshell is created and hosted by thecomedynerd.
URL copied to clipboard!