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PODCAST

The comedians paradise

Marvin McCarthy

Join comedian and promoter, Marvin McCarthy each Sunday at 8pm UK time as he interviews the mavericks of the comedy world.

comedy stand-up

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01:11:41

The man behind Frank Sanazi

The comedians paradise ·

2025/04/27

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to the man behind the funniest singing dictator Frank Sanazi. Here is an overview of what we discussed:[[00:00]] Performing in Israel [[03:51]][[05:21]] Are all jokes like this [[05:55]][[12:38]] How the suppression of comedy has created an appetite for things on the edge, meeting Quentin Tarantino [[14:58]][[14:49]]

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01:04:14

Comediasians improviser Jonathan Nguyen

The comedians paradise ·

2025/04/20

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to one of the members of Comediasians, a pan-Asian improv troupe,Jonathan Nguyen, here is an overview of what we discussed:[[06:57]] What the purpose of comediaasians and friends, how they keep their community together [[15:55]][[21:19]] Misconceptions of improv [[28:27]][[28:27]] Why I fell in love with improv

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56:35

Kiwi and Māori comedian Kajun Brooking

The comedians paradise ·

2025/04/13

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. We talk to maori and Kiwi comedian, Kajun Brooking. Raised on the gang infested streets of Hastings, Kajun moved to Whanganui in search of a better life. This is where he cultivates cunning comedy and hustles sticky punchlines based on life experience. Described as quick witted and punchy, his mission is to make at least one person laugh. If

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49:07

Moving from the townships of South Africa to Dublin

The comedians paradise ·

2025/04/06

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to Neil Green, a comedian who grew up in the townships in Durban, helped build the scene from scratch, then when things are going well had to move over to Dublin to start again. If you want to find out about Neil, you can reach him on instagram at neilgreencomedian.If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can

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53:18

Being a blind and gay comedian from Singapore

The comedians paradise ·

2025/03/30

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to Jeffrey Soh, a blind and gay Singaporean comedian. If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster, if you would like to know more about Jeffrey, you can reach him on his Instagram at jeffreysjh/. #standupcomedypodcast #comedypodcast

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01:03:02

Surrealist performer and Malcolm Hardee Nominee...

The comedians paradise ·

2025/03/23

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to Stephen Catling, a high energy surrealist performer , a rising star of the comedy circuit. Stephen has many awards , finals and semifinals to his name and is praised for his originality and left field thinking. Here is an overview of what we discussed:[[04:40]] My journey to clown and not being trained as a clown

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46:43

Being a male transgender comedian in Austin

The comedians paradise ·

2025/03/16

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. IIn this episode we speak to male comedian from the Austin comedy scene and former military service personnel, Holden.. Here is an overview of what we discussed:[[04:08]] Queer mics and straight rooms, someone always gets upset [[07:03]][[10:01]] My experience of being in the military and being trans [[14:14]][[16:23]] The day to day life of

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01:10:27

Being a New York Japanese clown

The comedians paradise ·

2025/03/09

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to award winning Japanese clown based in New York, Mariko Iwasa. Here is an overview of what we discussed:[[12:02]] Marikos journey into clowning and not knowing English as a clown [[18:17]][[21:48]] Why planning doesn’t work, keeping material fresh [[26:20]][[25:43]] How to keep material fresh [[26:11]][[39:38]] Clown

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01:13:40

Veteran US comedian Richard Williams

The comedians paradise ·

2025/03/02

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to Richard Williams, he is a headlining comic nominated for two Emmys. Appeared on Comedy Central, Chelsea Lately, Punk'd, The Best Damn Sports Show Period, HBO Aspen Comedy Fest, and The Howard Stern Show. Wrote for numerous tv shows on MTV. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[09:42]] Everything is a bringer

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01:11:22

South African viral comedy star Schalk Bezhuidenhout

The comedians paradise ·

2025/02/23

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to full-time South African comedian and viral star,Schalk Bezhuidenhout. Here is an overview of what we discussed:[[06:19]] How my experience in South Africa shape me for the overseas and leaning in to How your perceived [[10:44]][[13:23]] What South Africans and Brits share [[16:26]][[16:41]] Cancel culture is all

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01:08:05

Being a full-time entertainer!!!

The comedians paradise ·

2025/02/16

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this interview we speak to full-time entertainer, Tim Eagle, here is an overview of what we discussed:[[26:29]] Being a student of live entertainment [[36:56]][[36:56]] Zagreb clown festival and big clown teachers, how technique is so important but is ignored in modern clowning [[48:23]][[50:08]] The problem with the clown world

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40:54

Professional Slovenian comedian Martina Ipsa

The comedians paradise ·

2025/02/09

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to professional comedian, Martina Ipsa, a professional Slovenian comedian who has been doing it for 20 years and has decided to move to Ireland to challenge herself, here is an overview of what we discussed:[[02:35]] Starting comedy when there is no comedy scene [[06:10]][[10:34]] Why I challenge myself

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33:15

Taking control of your destiny

The comedians paradise ·

2025/02/02

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak Arma Benoit, a producer, director and comedian who has been in the entertainment business for 25 years, here is an overview of what we discussed:[[00:00:00]] Creatives are creatives and melding different disciplines together [[05:48:23[[06:14:12]] How actors are different to standups [[11:07:00]][[13:01:00]] Why

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01:09:41

The clown behind Americas got talent Sunny Chatum

The comedians paradise ·

2025/01/26

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we talk to the clown behind Sunny Chatum, Krista Komondor, here is what we discussed:[[07:29]] How the drug of standup led to clowning [[14:49]][[15:07]] My experience of gaulier [[24:39]][[32:32]] Why I don’t like standup [[34:05]][[34:12]] Why I love the New York clown scene [[41:19]][[43:25]] My experience of Americas got

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01:05:58

Being a comedienne in the Chicago and New York comedy...

The comedians paradise ·

2025/01/19

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In todays episode we speak to Victoria Flynn a comedienne who rising up the ranks in the Chicago and New York scenes. Here is an overview of what we discussed:[[03:17]] Falling in love with the comedy beast, improv and standup producing a lotOf bad improvisers and comedian [[05:40]][[05:49]] Starting standup from a corporate background

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32:02

Being a rapper and comedian

The comedians paradise ·

2025/01/12

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In todays episode, we talk to Joe Jacobs a professional comedian and rapper. Joe Jacobs is a London based comedian, rapper and writer. Since 2012, he has performed nationally and internationally, sharing bills with acts including Bill Burr, Stewart Lee and Mr. Motivator.His live shows effortlessly flit between hip hop and comedy and he’s been

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01:04:55

Spending 29 years at the fringe as a cabaret artist

The comedians paradise ·

2025/01/05

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. We talk to Sarah-Louise Young, an actress, writer, director, improviser and internationally renowned cabaret performer. She has appeared in the West End with Julie Madly Deeply, Fascinating Aïda, La Soirée and Olivier winning improvised musical group, The Showstoppers. Here is an overview of what we discussed:[[14:00:14]] You never know who

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59:57

London clown performer and teacher Marny Godden

The comedians paradise ·

2024/12/29

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to clown performer and teacher, Marny Godden, she's been making comedic theatre for the past 10 years. She has a true passion for the power of clowning when bringing creativity, joy and confidence to people’s lives. Here is an overview of what we discussed:[[00:59:10]] How I started my journey [[03:47:19]][[06:06:29]]

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54:17

Being a comic with many hats

The comedians paradise ·

2024/12/28

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to Dave Chawner, he is a best-selling author, award-winning stand up, presenter & mental health campaigner. Here is an overview of what we discussed:[[09:18]] What made Dave fall in love with comedy and what keeps him in it [[12:26]][[14:42]] Status angst and connecting with different audiences [[24:00]][[29:30]]

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49:32

Being a standup and a bogan

The comedians paradise ·

2024/12/22

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. We talk to Marc Ryan, better known as The Beautiful Bogan, he has been performing stand up comedy around Australia for the last 10 years. He has had various 4 and 1/2 star reviews from The Adelaide fringe shows he has written and he has performed along side the likes of Wil Anderson, Adam Hills, Dave Hughes, Fiona O’Laughlin plus he toured

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