The SnortCast with Diana Nguyen

Diana talks about her stage show Chasing Keanu Reeves, and how it reflects her journey in pursuit of pleasure.Keeping it snorting real!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Always one for a colourful introduction, the "host who works as hard as the acrobats" chats with our "Carmen Sandiego of nasal congestion" ahead of their respective Adelaide Fringe shows. Reuben and Diana talk about witty one-liners, breakout Gala performances, and what it means to be honest onstage. Check out Diana & Reuben's top picks at the Adelaide Fringe here: https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringe-listsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hung Le — comedian, author, director, musician — joins Diana to talk about performing government-censored stand-up, filming the documentary Mist of the Perfume River, and the joys of playing violin out of tune.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana is joined by Jordan Barr to talk about stand-up comedy, penguins, and knowing where to punch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lou Wall joins Diana to talk about exploring your interests, making space, and wanting to be a YouTuber.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Diana is joined by clown performer and producer Clare Bartholomew. They talk about volunteering as clown doctors, building a relationship with an audience, and allowing yourself to be vulnerable on stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke McGregor — comedian, writer, Legend of Zelda player — joins Diana to talk about how he learnt to relax, be funny, and bust some ghosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana can't swim — so why does she love surfing? In this short episode, Diana talks about the joy of pursuing your solo passions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana is joined by Emilie Bloom — a clown doctor, performer and creative entrepreneur who flew to Paris to be a clown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Diana is joined by writer, comedian and actor Nina Oyama. She talks about working with the Chaser and A Rational Fear, living with mean goths, and going viral during COVID.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New York stand-up and TV writer Ian Edwards joins Diana to talk about working hard, opening for Joe Rogan and Dave Chappelle, and the similarities between comedy specials and TED talks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Waiting in her car for a COVID rapid antigen test, Diana gives a heartfelt Oscars speech to wrap up 2021.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian and actor Dilruk Jayasinha joins Diana to talk about quitting accounting, finding an authentic comedy voice, and how COVID changed the joy of performing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana is joined by actor, comedian and broadcaster Libbi Gorr, who shares her early comedy inspirations along with the origins of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author, screenwriter and actor Michelle Law joins Diana to talk about portraying a fictionalised version of herself, having a funny family, being prolific on Twitter, and drying wigs in the shower.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In her longest SnortCast interview to date, Diana is joined by Peter Helliar – comedian, creator, children's author and family man. They talk about the joys of inspiring kids, discovering new films, and creating platforms where diverse talents can thrive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Diana is joined by Jo Stanley – radio host, TV star, and the creative entrepreneur behind Broad Radio, a radio station made by and for women over 35. They talk about their comedy origins, working on radio, and creating new spaces to tell stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vietnamese American comic Kayla Nguyen, better known as 'Vietglish', joins Diana to talk about viral fame, cultural cringe, and taking pride in your heritage.Keeping it snorting real!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana tells the story of her 2016 stage show 'Naked'.Keeping it snorting real!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana speaks with Samuel Gebreselassie about seeking refuge in New Zealand, the Black Lives Matter movement, and finding a voice in standup comedy while working full-time as a physio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celia Pacquola joins Diana to reflect on Melbourne lockdowns, writing for stage and TV, and doing a flip on Dancing with the Stars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana asks Kevin Kropinyeri about performing and painting, #BlakLivesMatter, and how comedy can help us through hard times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recently crowned as the overall winner of the 2021 40 Under 40: Most Influential Asian-Australians Awards, Diana Nguyen reflects on Australia's need for media diversity, how not to use your platform, and her own path to building communities that are proudly diverse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana Nguyen is joined by Lizzy Hoo to talk about the power of comedy, ticking boxes, and popping pimples.Happy snorting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Globetrotting clown Pedro Fabião joins Diana to chat about the importance of clowning, improv comedy and physical theatre.Happy snorting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana Nguyen is joined by the irreverent Bev Killick to talk hecklers, noise complaints, and growing up funny in Townsville.Happy snorting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana explains how pursuing joy led her to a career in the performing arts.You can watch Diana's TEDx talk here.Keeping it snorting real!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana Nguyen is joined by Sri Lankan comedian, writer and lawyer Sashi Perera to talk about Melbourne's comedy scene and the importance of 'punching up'.Happy snorting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Kirsty Webeck joins Diana Nguyen to talk about becoming the class clown, speaking Mandarin, and performing her standup show 'Chuck A Sickie'.Happy snorting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this short solo episode, Diana shares a bit of the SnortCast's origin story.Keep it snorting real!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana is back! Candy Bowers, TV writer and lockdown walking buddy, joins the SnortCast to talk about what makes us laugh and why diversity is the future of comedy. Happy snorting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nazeem Hussain joins Diana Nguyen on The SnortCast, they speak about the difficulties opening up to their parents and admitting that they were... comedians. Have fun snorting along to this one!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Geraldine Hickey makes her debut on The SnortCast with Diana. The pair speak about passionate agapanthus lovers (yes the flowers), and those that cannot stand agapanthus. They balance the gardening chat by going deep about diversity in comedy. Happy snorting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The chaos continues with our Chief Snorter, Diana Nguyen, and Aunty Donna. This time around they answer a few questions, kind of. Happy snorting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Snort Queen, Diana invites along Aunty Donna to chat all things comedy, before things get strange, really strange. Try and keep up listening to this! Happy snorting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chief Snorter, Diana Nguyen is joined by musical magician and feminist rock god, Alice Tovey. The pair snort along over songs about masturbation, getting hate from speaking about agapanthus too much, and being a 'mega bitch.' Happy snorting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana snorts along with writer, comedian, performer, and broadcaster, Sami Shah. The pair connect over trying to cut people off the list at an Asian wedding, who inspires their comedy, and if the Australian industry is welcoming diversity. Happy snorting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Chief Snorter Diana Nguyen is joined by comedian and radio host Annie Louey. Annie started comedy back in the schoolyard when she would write plays and force her friends to perform them, and now she's made it into a career. Annie and Diana bond over the trauma over bullies, stereotypes, and comedy. Happy snorting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana snorts with actor and comedian Nikki Britton, who is going from strength to strength.Diana finds out that cold hard facts about Nikki, like that she learnt to poach eggs like a superstar from a Flemish chef working in Paris, and she's actually a qualified massage therapist, that's just the tip of the iceberg. Happy snorting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diana snorts alongside comedian Steph Tisdell. Steph is the youngest of four and a daughter of an aid worker and a 'weird bushman'. Steph is an open book who talks about being pigeonholed and fighting to be more than a tick of a box in a lineup. Her infectious laugh paired with Diana's snort means we're in for a wild ride! Happy snorting!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The SnortCast. A pet project with Melbourne comedians when they were out of work and lockdown in 2020 somehow became a haven of comedy process and snort show. Diana Nguyen is the creator and no 1 snorter on show, who interviews and discovers the comedy hero journey of funny people who just want to share their story and have some attention. Always keeping it real, welcome to The SnortCast! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.