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You Should"ve Been Here Last Week

Paul Ricketts and Steve Gribbin

They say doing stand-up is the hardest job - so here"s a rundown on how it"s done from the prime movers in comedy! Every fortnight respected comedians, Steve Gribbin and Paul Ricketts interview esteemed figures in the industry from the UK and beyond. If you"re interested in getting involved or finding out more about live promotion or performance, then this irreverent show pulls back the curtain on the world of professional comedy! You can watch every interview on our YouTube channel. Want to support

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36:08

Arthur Smith - "Leonard Cohen knew I was on his side."

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2025/03/23

On this award-nominated show - Arthur Smith - UK comedy legend on stage, TV and radio for many decades. Currently narrates BBC's Money for Nothing and star of the brilliant Grumpy Old Men. He has also been a West End playwright - An Evening with Gary Lineker - plus singer, poet, presenter and writer. #podcast #comedyvideos #interview Arthur Smith: My first 75 years in Comedy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jwEFDog9kzk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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15:41

UK Comedians - worst heckle stories!

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2025/03/10

UK circuit comedians Martin Davis, Nick Page, Spring Day, Will Hannigan, Pam Ford, Joe Wells, El Baldiniho and show manager Georgina Sowerby reveal the worst heckles they've suffered, observed or been told about. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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43:16

Steve and Paul discuss hecklers - you really are not...

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2025/02/23

Respected comics, Steve Gribbin and Paul Ricketts, reflect on hecklers - people in the audience who interrupt during a comedian's performance. This is prompted by one of the UK's biggest comedians, Peter Kay, being recently criticised for throwing out two audience members who heckled him with his own punch line. #podcast #comedyvideos #interview Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account: https://ko-fi.com/stevegribs77 Or Paul Ricketts JokePit account:

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35:49

Esther Manito - Confident UK comics come from private...

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2025/02/09

Esther Manito - the Essex born Anglo-Lebanese comedian quickly became a star of UK TV and radio. The first female comedian to perform at Dubai Opera House, and also a finalist in the 2019 Arab British Centre's Award for Culture, Esther chats about how the comedy bug changed her life.#podcast #comedyvideos #interviewEsther on BBC's Live at the Apollo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDXugKYw5F0Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account: https://ko-fi.com/stevegribs77 Or Paul Ricketts

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36:12

Jeff Innocent: "I get stopped for 6 selfies a day, it...

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2025/01/12

On the award nominated show we have Jeff Innocent, who over along career has been voted British Comedian of the Year, Comic's Comic of the Year and Best Live Club Comedian. But, only after online video clips went viral did he find nationwide recognition. Here he talks to Steve and Paul about how this has impacted his life on and off stage.#podcast #comedyvideos #interview Clip of Jeff: https://youtu.be/590gl63lkz4Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account:

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48:26

Alan Francis: "A comedian is in the room - an actor...

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2024/12/15

Alan Francis, as a comedian and actor has performed on the most prestigious stages in the UK, as well as appearances on TV, film and radio. Plus he's also written for stage, screen and radio including his own show on BBC Radio 4. He talks about the differences in doing all three disciplines.Watch interviews on ourYouTube channel. Support our show! Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin'sKo-fi accountor Paul RickettsJokePit account. You can alsoemail us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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35:37

Ian Moore: "Why live in a Lego box in Crawley when we...

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2024/11/24

Mod obsessive, Ian Moore, first rose to the top of UK comedy, then commuted from France to gigs after opening a chambres d'hôtes (B&B). Finally becoming a best selling author and chutney producer! This is the story of one man's escape from the comedy circuit.Watch interviews on ourYouTube channel. Support our show! Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin'sKo-fi accountor Paul RickettsJokePit account. You can alsoemail us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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28:18

You Should've Been Here Last Week - S3 Ep 4 Susan...

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2024/11/03

Comedian, Susan Murray has appeared and written for stage, TV and radio during her nearly 30 years in the business. She's also created an online industry booking forum - transforming how her fellow comedians earn a living - and started an annual party where the comedy industry can come together.Watch interviews on YouTube: @UshouldvebeenHerelastweekContributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account: https://ko-fi.com/stevegribs77 Or Paul Ricketts JokePit account:

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48:27

You Should've Been Here Last Week - S3 Ep 3 Steve...

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2024/10/20

In 1982 Steve started performing at the very beginnings of Alternative Comedy. Initially in double act "Skint Video" and solo from 1994. He's celebrating 40 years in the business - minus 2 for Covid! Steve explains how he continues to wow audiences without losing his enthusiasm and joy in doing comedy! Tickets for "Steve Gribbin - 40 Years In The Saddle!", charity celebration gigs:Hot Water Comedy, Liverpool - 21 October 2024

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32:46

You Should've Been Here Last Week - S3 Ep 2 Chris...

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2024/10/06

Chris Lynam is a clown who's worked as street performer, cabaret artist and alternative comedy pioneer. Called 'The King of Clowns' by The New York Times, Chris has performed all over the world on stage, film and TV with his own brand of crazed humour, stretching variety to its limits. Chris talks here about how British comedy lost it's variety.Chris Lynam Clowning Workshops: https://chrislynam.net/modern-clowning-workshops/Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account:

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38:29

You Should've Been Here Last Week - S3, Ep 1 Paul...

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2024/09/22

Paul Sinha is a pro-quizzer, comedian, doctor and broadcaster on BBC Radio 4, and is one of the Chasers on the ITV game show The Chase. Paul talks to Steve and Paul about feeling a new found sense of comedic freedom and on having no plan being the best plan.Buy Paul Sinha's autobiography "One Sinha Lifetime": https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/456343/one-sinha-lifetime-by-sinha-paul/9781529908534Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account: https://ko-fi.com/stevegribs77 Or Paul Ricketts

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38:25

You Should've Been Here Last Week - S2 Ep 20 Mark...

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2024/07/28

Mark Thomas' work has been in stand-up, multiple TV series, theatre, journalism and the odd bout of performance art. He's the UK's premier political comic and here he talks to Steve and Paul while being naked from the waist down.Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account: https://ko-fi.com/stevegribs77 Or Paul Ricketts JokePit account: https://www.jokepit.com/comedian/paul...Email: ushouldvebeenherelastweek@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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You Should've Been Here Last Week - S2 Ep 19 Karen...

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2024/07/14

Karen Bayley spent 20 years becoming an overnight success. Now she's a top performer in the UK's best clubs and promoter of her respected long running club in Sutton Coldfield. She talks to Steve and Paul about learning how to enjoy the journey to the top and what makes a 'dog friendly' hotel.Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account: https://ko-fi.com/stevegribs77 Or Paul Ricketts JokePit account: https://www.jokepit.com/comedian/paul...Email: ushouldvebeenherelastweek@gmail.com

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38:02

You Should've Been Here Last Week - S2 Ep 18 Juliet...

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2024/07/01

Juliet Meyers, respected comedian and writer for some of the UK's biggest TV comics, talks to Steve and Paul about what happens when the performer or the audience fall out of love with a favourite gag!Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account: https://ko-fi.com/stevegribs77 Or Paul Ricketts JokePit account: https://www.jokepit.com/comedian/paul...Email: ushouldvebeenherelastweek@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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28:06

You Should've Been Here Last Week - S2 Ep 17 Social...

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2024/06/16

Social media - it's where comedians find gigs, fans, followers and sometimes career ending situations. Steve Gribbin and Paul Ricketts talk about the pros and cons for comics of being on the socials!Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account: https://ko-fi.com/stevegribs77 Or Paul Ricketts JokePit account: https://www.jokepit.com/comedian/paul...Email: ushouldvebeenherelastweek@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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33:19

You Should've Been Here Last Week - S2 Ep 16 Joe Bor...

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2024/06/02

UK comedian Joe Bor, shows his versatility by not only performing as himself, but also as his character, Jasper Cromwell Jones. Steve and Paul focus on Joe's award-winning comedy film work where's he's made lauded shorts. promos and documentaries on institutions of UK comedy - such as the late, great comedian, Ian Cognito.Ian Cognito trailer: •IanCognito|Trailer|AvailableNowMore of Joe's work: https://www.joeborfilms.com/aboutContributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account:

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26:35

You Should've Been Here Last Week - S2 Ep 15 Gift...

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2024/05/12

Sometimes comedy is the gift that keeps on giving! Where comedians will attempt to sell the audience extra merchandise après gig. Steve Gribbin and Paul Ricketts talk about the CDs, DVDs, books, t-shirts and other tat toted by the Gift Shop Comic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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28:04

You Should've Been Here Last Week - S2, Ep 14 Barring...

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2024/04/27

Sometimes a promoter will tell a comedian that their booking depends on them not doing other performances within a certain area or at other nearby promoters gigs - it's called a Barring Clause! Steve Gribbin and Paul Ricketts discuss the variations and the validity of this sometimes contentious practice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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35:18

You Should've Been Here Last Week - S2, Ep 13 Guy...

You Should"ve Been Here Last Week ·

2024/04/07

Guy Thomas runs successful comedy nights for over the last decade in North West England. He talks to Steve Gribbin and Paul Ricketts on what he thinks is crucial in putting a great comedy show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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47:06

You Should've Been Here Last Week - S2 Ep12 5Top and...

You Should"ve Been Here Last Week ·

2024/03/24

To paraphrase Rihanna sometimes comedians have to '"find laughter in a hopeless place". Comedians Steve Gribbin and Paul Ricketts list their 5 favourite and 5 most hated venue spaces to perform comedy. From theatres, hotels, night clubs, pubs, hairdressers or the top deck of bus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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