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Out Of Character with Alex Lynch: Conversations with Sketch and Character Comedians

Award-winning writer Alex Lynch interviews some of the top writers and performers from the world of sketch and character comedy. Part of Podomedy, the UK"s independent podcast comedy network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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58:27

Georgia Pritchett

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2023/10/19

Alex chats to writer Georgia Pritchett (HBO’s ‘Succession’ and ‘Veep’, BBC’s ‘The Thick of It’) about being a writing chameleon, working on ‘Smack the Pony’, and making gravy with Armando Iannucci.Georgia also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 30thJune 2022.Order Georgia’s autobiography ‘My Mess Is A Bit Of A Life’

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54:27

Ruth Bratt

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2023/10/12

Alex chats to actor, writer and performer Ruth Bratt (BBC’s ‘People Just Do Nothing’, Radio 4’s ‘Trodd En Bratt’ and the Olivier Award-winning ‘Showstopper! The Improvised Musical) about Kurupt FM, the 50-Hour Improvathon and moving house during a pandemic.Ruth also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 16thJune 2022.You can find more of Ruth’s work

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1:05:56

Andy Bobrow (Part 2)

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2023/10/05

In the second of this two-parter, Alex chats to Andy about writing on ‘Malcom in the Middle’, being a big part of Greendale Community College, and the Old Negro Space Programme.Andy also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 4thJune 2022.Listen to ‘Tumbler’s Willy’ here…https://open.spotify.com/show/4dOqyWiBGONFiMxguIy3x9Tw: @abobrowWatch ‘Community’ on Netflix.Watch ‘The Old

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1:04:15

Andy Bobrow (Part 1)

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2023/10/05

In the first of this two-parter, Alex chats to American writer Andy Bobrow (‘Community’, ‘Brooklyn 99’, ‘The Last Man on Earth’) about The Groundlings, college zines and Tumbler’s Willy.In second of this two-parter, Alex chats to Andy about writing on ‘Malcom in the Middle’, being a big part of Greendale Community College, and the Old Negro Space Programme.Andy also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’

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1:02:54

Alex Lowe

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2023/09/28

Alex chats to writer and performer Alex Lowe (Channel 4’s ‘Peter Kay’s Phoenix Nights’, BBC’s ‘The Peter Serafinowicz Show’) about palmistry, partnerships and end-of-the-pier characters.Alex also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 28thMay 2022.You can find more of Alex’s work here…https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/alex_lowe/Tw: @alexlowe51 / Insta: @baptisteclintonCheck out

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58:02

Joanna Neary

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2023/09/21

Alex chats to the ‘right honourable’ writer and performer Joanna Neary (BBC’s ‘Ideal’ and ‘Time Trumpet’) about her character work, her Fringe experiences, and why she is actually a wasp in a cardigan.Joanna also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 25thMay 2022.You can find more of Joanna’s work here…https://linktr.ee/JoannanearyTw: @MsJoNeary / Insta: @wifeonearthListen to

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1:01:56

Tom Burgess

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2023/09/14

Alex chats to writer and performer Tom Burgess (CBBC’s ‘Blue Peter’, Radio 4’s ‘Newsjack’, ‘The Beef and Dairy Network’) about Mach Fest, old men in blazers and ties, and performing sketch comedy with egg on your face.Tom also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 7thMay 2022.You can find more of Tom’s work here…https://tomburgesscomedy.co.uk/Tw: @Tomb_Urges / Insta:

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58:55

Dipak Patel

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2022/05/11

Alex chats to writer and director Dipak Patel (BBC Comedy) about his foray into comedy, working with actors, and wrestling.Dipak also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 1stSeptember 2021.You can find more of Dipak’s work here…dipakpatel.comTw: @dipako / Insta: dipako85Watch his sketches at…YouTube.com/dipakoPresented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch

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56:50

Ellie White

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2022/05/04

Alex chats to writer and performer Ellie White (BBC’sThe Other One, C4’sThe WindsorsandStath Let’s Flats) about Bristol, writing sketch for TV and quitting social media.Ellie also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 31stAugust 2021.You can find out more about Ellie’s work here…https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/ellie_white/Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch

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57:00

Will Hartley

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2022/04/27

Alex chats to writer and performer Will Hartley (writer of ITV2’s ‘Zomboat’, star of CBBC’s ‘Fit’ and Radio 4’s ‘Strap In… It’s Clever Peter’) about agile pivots, dream factories and one-man Westerns.Will also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 28thJuly 2021.You can find more of Will’s work at…http://www.whartley.comInsta: @hartleywjlListen to ‘John and Tony and Tony and

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56:08

Eleanor Morton

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2022/04/20

Alex chats to writer and performer Eleanor Morton (All Rather Mysterious, Weirdos Comedy) about lockdown videos, performing comedy on ice and the paranormal.Eleanor also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 17thJuly 2021.You can find more of Eleanor’s work at…https://eleanormortoncomedian.com/Tw: @EleanorMorton / Insta: eleanormortoncomedyWatch Eleanor’s shows on Next

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56:52

Will Sebag Montefiore

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2022/04/13

Alex chats to writer and performer Will Sebag Montefiore (BBC’s ‘Poldark’, ITV’s ‘Endeavour) about his sketch ventures with Just These Please, making online content, and fisting pies.Will also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 10thJuly 2020.You can find out more about Will at… Tw: @wsebagWatch Just These Please sketches here…https://www.youtube.com/justthesepleaseListen to

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53:15

Briony Redman

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2022/04/06

Alex chats to writer, performer and improviser Briony Redman (The Free Association, BFI short Smear, Questing Time) about switching from law to comedy, improv marathons and Bjork.Briony also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 9thJuly 2021.You can find out more about Briony at…www.brionyredman.comCheck out Briony in Dungeons and Dragons comedy show Questing Time

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55:24

Professor Elemental (aka Paul Alborough)

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2022/03/30

In the first in-person interview on the show, Alex chats to writer, performer and Victorian rapper/explorer Professor Elemental (Disney’s Phineas and Ferb and creator of YouTube viral sensation Cup of Brown Joy) about comedy and hip hop, rap workshops, strange gigs and making a career out of one character.The man behind the Prof Paul Alborough also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was

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54:16

Kathryn Bond

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2022/03/24

Alex chats to actor, writer and performer Kathryn Bond (CBBC’s ‘Class Dismissed’, Amazon’s ‘Whitstable Pearl’ and Funny Women Comedy Writing Award Winner 2021) about clowns, characters and kid’s shows.Kat also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 21stJune 2021.You can find out more about Kathryn at…https://www.kathrynbond.co.uk/new-pageTw: @KathrynBond / Insta:

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43:47

Joel Morris (Part 2)

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2022/03/18

In the second of this two-parter, Alex chats to Joel about live audience, finding character voices and working with Charlie Brooker.Joel also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 18thJune 2021.Watch Cunk on Shakespeare here…https://youtu.be/9YeCpHoy9EQTw: @gralefritOrder The Incomplete Framley Examiner

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56:19

Joel Morris (Part 1)

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2022/03/17

In the first of this two-parter, Alex chats to writer Joel Morris (BBC’s That Mitchell & Webb Look, SKY’s A Touch of Cloth and Radio 4’s Agendum) about writers’ rooms, Framley Examiner and bringing back the Ladybird Books.Joel also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 18thJune 2021.Watch ‘Cunk on Shakespeare’ here…https://youtu.be/9YeCpHoy9EQTw: @gralefritOrder The

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56:11

Fran Bushe

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2022/03/10

Alex chats to writer and author Fran Bushe (author of My Broken Vagina) about comedy courses, giant sketch props, and coming up with her smash-hit solo show, ‘Ad-Libido’. Vaj badge!Fran also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 13thJune 2021.You can find out more about Fran at…http://franbushe.com/Tw & Insta: @franbusheYou can order ‘My Broken Vagina’

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55:05

Tom Neenan

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2022/03/03

Alex chats to writer and performer Tom Neenan (BBC’s The Mash Report, Radio 4’s The Hauntening and BBC Sounds’ Tom Neenan is Not All Men) about his sketch double-act with Nish Kumar, playing with structure, and building a Dalek in lockdown.Tom also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 11thJune 2021.You can find more of Tom’s work here…www.tomneenan.comTw:@TNeenanListen to ‘Tom

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Coming soon: Out of Character Series 2!

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2022/02/27

New episodes weekly from the 3rd March 2022! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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