What Are You Laughing At?

Episodes

1. 15

   Episode 15 - Miles Jupp

   The multi-talented Miles Jupp joins Dave Cohen to talk about his stand-up tour, acting in Rev, developing his radio and TV show In And Out Of The Kitchen, the writing process generally, cricket, how he uses Twitter without actually having an account, and more.

   May 22, 2014

   1h 03m
2. 14

   Episode 14 - Chris Addison

   The British Comedy Guide's podcast is back! Chris Addison chats in-depth to Dave Cohen about his comedy career, including how he started in stand-up comedy, and his work on shows including Lab Rats, The Thick Of It, and Veep. He also introduces Trying Again, the new sitcom for Sky Living which he...

   Apr 14, 2014

   1h 22m
3. 13

   Episode 13 - Sean Hughes

   In the first WAYLA? podcast of 2013, Dave Cohen and BCG editor Aaron Brown are joined by Sean Hughes. The comedian, novelist and actor is back on tour with a life-affirming show about death. He chats with Dave and Aaron about his career; early 1990s sitcom Sean's Show; how the stand-up industry…

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   Jan 17, 2013

   1h 11m
4. 12

   Episode 12 - Mark Thomas & Caroline Norris

   We're back! After a busy few months, WAYLA? returns for more top-quality discussion about comedy - and now in a studio! In this show, host Dave Cohen is joined by activist comic Mark Thomas to talk about his Edinburgh show Bravo Figaro!, all about opera and his dad; and top comedy producer…

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   Jul 24, 2012

   1h 12m
5. 11

   Episode 11 - Andrew Ellard

   Dave Cohen and James Cary are joined by top script editor Andrew Ellard. Together they discuss ITV's latest moves back into the field of sitcom, and Andrew's impressive CV, including The IT Crowd (with Graham Linehan) and Red Dwarf (with Doug Naylor). Andrew also talks about his work co-writing…

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   Apr 5, 2012

   1h 04m
6. 10

   Episode 10 - Watson & Oliver

   Dave Cohen and Tony Cowards are joined by TV's newest comedy duo, Lorna Watson and Ingrid Oliver. The girls - whose debut BBC Two sketch show began on Monday - open up about their partnership, their writing process and background in live comedy, plus the reception to their new sketch show Watson…

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   Feb 24, 2012

   50m
7. 9

   Episode 9 - Jim Tavare

   It's 2012, and What Are You Laughing At?: The British Comedy Podcast is back. Host Dave Cohen is once again joined by stand-up comedian Tony Cowards and BCG Editor Aaron Brown to chat comedy. This week the trio are joined by top stand-up and comedy ex-pat Jim Tavare, who's popped back to the UK…

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   Jan 21, 2012

   59m
8. 8

   Episode 8 - Gina Yashere

   Dave Cohen and James Cary are joined by Gina Yashere, who left the UK for the Californian sun after feeling frustrated by the limited opportunities she was getting in Britain as a black woman. Gina talks openly about the differences between the US and UK stand-up circuits, her experience of…

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   Oct 18, 2011

   1h 02m
9. 7

   Episode 7 - Al Murray

   Dave Cohen and Tony Cowards are joined by star guest Al Murray - aka the Pub Landlord. On the table today is the sad news of the death of sitcom supremo David Croft, a director, writer and producer whose impressive CV includes 'Allo 'Allo!, Dad's Army and Steptoe & Son; we also talk about Private...

   Sep 28, 2011

   1h 11m
10. 6

    Episode 6 - Adrian Poynton

    Dave Cohen and James Cary are joined by Adrian Poynton, a stand-up comedian and writer of BBC Three's hit sitcom White Van Man. This episode will be of particular interest to budding writers, as Adrian talks in-depth and charmingly openly about the development, commissioning and writing of White...

    Sep 16, 2011

    1h 07m
11. 5

    Episode 5 (Edinburgh Special)

    Karen Koren, Tim FitzHigham and Dr Phil Hammond are the special guests joining Dave Cohen. On the agenda is finance; the madness, stress, and uniqueness of a concentrated month of performing; the So You Think You're Funny? competition; some medical advice; and a little bit of reminiscing, gossip,...

    Aug 27, 2011

    40m
12. 4

    Episode 4 - David Tyler

    Dave Cohen and Tony Cowards are joined by veteran comedy producer David Tyler, responsible for Another Case Of Milton Jones, Bigipedia and Cabin Pressure... to name just his most recent series. On the table this week are the comedy changes at BBC Three, panel shows, the Edinburgh festival, and an...

    Aug 17, 2011

    41m
13. 3

    Episode 3 - John Finnemore

    Dave Cohen is joined by regular co-host James Cary to talk to John Finnemore, the writer and co-star of Radio 4's hit sitcom Cabin Pressure. Topics on the table this week are Campus, radio pilots, My Family, and John's brand new Radio 4 sketch show.

    Jul 6, 2011

    50m
14. 2

    Episode 2 - Simon Godley

    Dave Cohen and the BCG's Aaron Brown are joined by special guest Simon Godley, dentist to the stars. On the table this week is a brand new microphone, plus the BBC Television Centre sell-off, Lee Mack's All Star Cast, the sad death of Simon Brint, Lucas & Walliams, reviews from the message board,...

    Jun 23, 2011

    51m
15. 1

    Episode 1 - Vivienne Clore

    Dave Cohen and Tony Cowards are joined by legendary comedy agent Vivienne Clore. Topics on the agenda include the pros and cons of the Edinburgh Festival, new comedy commissions, BBC Four, family sitcoms, and Rufus Hound - movie star. Plus a round-up of comedy news, and views from the British...

    Jun 14, 2011

    35m