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Comedy in a Nutshell

In this podcast I ask the big questions, What is comedy? Who is it, and why is it?To help me I’ve enlisted the help of comedians, performers, promoters, and fans like myself, to discuss what comedy means to them, and to sum all their experience up in a nutshell.Please remember to like, subscribe, rate, review and share. Thank you!For information about me and the more than 2000 comedians I’ve seen live over the last 40+ years, as well as links to upcoming live comedy shows and more, visit my website

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108. Darran Griffiths

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2025/05/17

In this episode I spoke with comedian Darran Griffiths who talked about being unreasonable, dark comic moments and redemption.Instagram @DarranGriff DarranGriffiths.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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49:48

107. Katie Norris

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2025/05/01

In this episode I spoke with comedian Katie Norris who talked about The Angel Agency, not taking their clothes off and the Bloomsbury connection.‘Katie Norris: Go West, Old Maid’ at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @KatieNorris26 The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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01:05:18

106. Juliet Meyers

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2025/04/17

In this episode I spoke with comedian Juliet Meyers who talked about trembling bum cheeks, the open mic scene, getting a dog and willies.Instagram @JulesyMeyers The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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01:00:49

105. Charlie Vero-Martin

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2025/04/09

In this episode I spoke with comedian Charlie Vero-Martin who talked about a potted plant, an unwanted dog cage, birthing characters and being a weirdo.Instagram @CharlieVMartin CharlieVeroMartin.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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47:29

104. Lucas Jefcoate

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2025/04/02

In this episode I spoke with comedian Lucas Jefcoate who talked about being a terrible employee, confidence in your voice and a full-circle moment.Instagram @LucasJefcoate LucasJefcoate.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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01:06:51

102. Abby Wambaugh

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2025/03/13

In this episode I spoke with comedian Abby Wambaugh who talked about the Danish comedy scene, being a vacuum cleaner, a surprising big number 9, winning 12 pairs of shoes and finishing something.Instagram @AbbyWambaugh AbbyWambaugh.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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53:37

100. Steve Bennett

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/12/16

In this episode I spoke with founder and editor of Chortle.co.uk Steve Bennett who talked about local newspapers, a passion for comedy, eighteen hour days and Jimmy Saville The Musical.Instagram @ChortleSteve Chortle.co.uk The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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48:11

86. Bella Humphries

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/07/23

In this episode I spoke with comedian Bella Humphries who talked about fitting in, PMDD, the magic roundabout and ticking off lists.Bella Humphries: Square Peg at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @hella.bumphries Twitter @BellaHumphries_ The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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50:28

85. Alexander Bennett

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/07/23

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Alexander Bennett who talked about cartoons, specific references and the personal and the weird. Alexander Bennett: Emotional Daredevil at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @AlexanderyBennett Twitter @AlexyBennett Alexander Bennett webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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59:04

82. Metroland

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/07/09

In this episode I spoke with Jack Robertson and Caden Elliott from sketch group Metroland who talked about Trigger Happy TV, Shakespearian Glaswegian, and the giggle game.Metroland Live: The Box at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @MetrolandComedy Metroland Comedy Youtube The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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46:07

81. Bella Hull

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/07/09

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Bella Hull who talked about the inspirational Phil Wang, something uniquely humiliating, and being present. Bella Hull: Piggie at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @BellaBellaHull Twitter @BellaBellaHull The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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46:22

80. Sarah Roberts

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/07/02

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Sarah Roberts who talked about a sad book, the juxtaposition of womanhood, being forced to be brave and Only Fran.Sarah Roberts: Silkworm at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @SarahRoberts_69 Twitter @SarahRoberts_69 Sarah Roberts webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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59:08

79. Amy Matthews

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/07/02

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Amy Matthews who talked about the competition game, stretching your legs and that troublesome tree. Amy Matthews: Commute With The Foxes at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @AmyFMatthews Twitter @AmyFMatthews Amy Matthews webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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56:19

77. Nerine Skinner

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/06/18

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Nerine Skinner who talked about roles and rolls, being yourself or not, the lion in The Wiz and that Prime Minister.Nerine Skinner: The Exorcism of Liz Truss at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @NerineSkinner Twitter @NerineSkinner Nerine Skinner webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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01:03:07

75. Patrick Monahan

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/06/07

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Patrick Monahan who talked about comedy legends, children and pensioners, and over-running.Patrick Monahan: The Talkinator at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @PatrickJMonahan Twitter @PatrickJMonahan Patrick Monahan webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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49:14

72. Rosalie Minnitt

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/04/23

In this episode I spoke with character comedian Rosalie Minnitt who talked about ruining a play, entering the gladiatorial arena and an inspiring grandma.Rosalie Minnitt: Clementine at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @RosalieMinnitt Twitter @RosalieMinnitt The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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48:14

69. Steve Bugeja

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/04/03

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Steve Bugeja who talked about learning in a very public way, a surprising level of pride and Debate Club.Instagram @SteveBugejaComedy Twitter @SteveBugeja Steve Bugeja webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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50:52

68. Elaine Fellows

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/03/25

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Elaine Fellows who talked about strong women, being terrified and excited, too many words and jazz hands.Glasgow Comedy Festival tickets and information "Elaine Fellows: Sugar & Lies (work in progress)" Brighton Fringe tickets and information "Elaine Fellows: Sugar & Lies (work in progress)" Instagram @ElaineFellows Twitter @ElaineFellows_ The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram

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01:27:19

67. Siân Docksey

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/03/11

In this episode I spoke with pole-dancing comedian Siân Docksey who talked about the scowling lizard, the Dutch postal service, the lemon and the cruise ship, a sexy funeral and too many legs.New Welsh Wave Comedy Tour: "Little Wander New Welsh Wave" Instagram @SianDocksey Twitter @SianDocksey Siân Docksey webpage Alternative Comedy Memorial Society webpage The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell

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52:37

66. Farah Sharp

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/02/14

In this episode I spoke with stand-up comedian Farah Sharp who talked about comedic thoughts bubbling over, being distracted and juicy juice.Pinch of Vault tickets and information "Farah Sharp: Normal (work in progress)" Brighton Fringe tickets and information "Farah Sharp: Normal (work in progress)" Instagram @FarahSharp Twitter @FarahSharp_ The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd The Comedy Nerd webpage Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell Comedy In A Nutshell webpage

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