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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 1600 comedians I’ve seen live over the last 40+ years, as well as links to upcoming live comedy shows and more, visit my

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121. Liam WIthnail

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2025/08/21

In this episode I spoke with comedian Liam Withnail who talked about total control, a toxic environment and goblin mode.'Liam Withnail: Big Strong Boy' at Edinburgh Fringe 'Liam Withnail: Big Strong Boy' UK Tour 2025 Instagram @liamwithnail The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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42:02

117. Alfie Packham

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2025/07/24

In this episode I spoke with comedian Alfie Packham who talked about doing a little dance, a good fun friend and two different games.‘Alfie Packham: My Apologies to the Chef’ at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @alfiepackham The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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57:00

115. Ben Pope

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2025/07/10

In this episode I spoke with comedian Ben Pope who talked about loneliness, Princes of Main, a new funny word and a big, juicy entertaining show.‘Ben Pope: The Cut’ at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @popesbenedict The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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51:48

114. Sam Nicoresti

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2025/07/03

In this episode I spoke with comedian Sam Nicoresti who talked about identity, Weirdos unwashed wigs, splashing around in a puddle and having nothing.‘Sam Nicoresti: Baby Doomer’ at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @samnicoresti The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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45:31

113. Sikisa

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2025/06/26

In this episode I spoke with comedian Sikisa Bostwick-Barnes who talked about choosing between bitches, ugly laughing, wrestling and immigration.‘Sikisa: Serving Justice’ at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @sikisacomedy The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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46:27

112. Jonny Pelham

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2025/06/19

In this episode I spoke with comedian Jonny Pelham who talked about digging into the truth, trying to be more silly and a French Post-Modernist.‘Jonny Pelham: Is it Me?’ at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @jonny_pelham The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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01:02:48

109. Burt Williamson

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2025/05/30

In this episode I spoke with comedian Burt Williamson who talked about poetry, boredom, SNL and that marine biology bit.‘Burt Williamson: 104kg of Pure Banter’ at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @BurtComedian The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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41:19

103. Anna Hale

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2025/03/20

In this episode I spoke with singer and comedian Anna Hale who talked about an idea for a tune, a mix of two therapists and an ever-ready kazoo.Instagram @AllHaleAnna AnnaHale.co.uk The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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01:10:06

101. Alex Kitson

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2025/03/07

In this episode I spoke with comedian Alex Kitson who talked about the Bristol comedy scene, an un-soundproofed yurt and doing something different.Instagram @AlexKitson0 Alex Kitson on Bandcamp The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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43:14

99. Davina Bentley

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/12/02

In this episode I spoke with comedian Davina Bentley who talked about accolades, self-doubt and the friends we made along the way.Instagram @davinabentleycomedy Twitter @DavinaBentley The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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56:08

98. Milo Edwards

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/11/11

In this episode I spoke with comedian Milo Edwards who talked about fixing the Yaris, disgusting meats, the constant logistics of life and a bat in the house.Instagram @milo_edwards Twitter @milo_edwards miloedwards.co.uk Milo Edwards YouTube channel The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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54:16

97. Lil Wenker

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/11/04

In this episode I spoke with alternative comedian Lillian Wenker who talked about Uncle Gary, a hunger for alternative comedy, clown school and cling-film hands. Instagram @not.little.wenker chekhovsgum.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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57:29

96. Ruby Carr

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/10/28

In this episode I spoke with comedian Ruby Carr who talked about telling stories, celebrating other peoples successes, bringing joy and bullying Stuart Laws.Ruby Carr: Ebae at Pleasance London Instagram @rubyvroomvroom rubycarrcomedy.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

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95. Steffan Alun

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/10/20

In this extended episode I spoke with comedian Steffan Alun who talked about the Welsh comedy scene, a community drill, a different perspective and a little Italian restaurant in Swansea. Instagram @SteffanAlun Twitter @StAlun 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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58:08

94. Aalex Mandel-Dallal

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/10/13

In this episode I spoke with comedian Aalex Mandel-Dallal who talked about time, therapeutic writing, making friends and gorilla's willies. Instagram @aalexmandeldallal 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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57:47

93. Robin Morgan

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/10/06

In this episode I spoke with comedian Robin Morgan who talked about avoiding adult life, radio boot camp and being a little bitch. Instagram @RobinJMorgan Twitter @RobinJayMorgan Robin Morgan 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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55:29

92. Nick Kirk

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/09/29

In this episode I spoke with comedian Nick Kirk who talked about an element of sympathy, arguing with a puppet, comedy mates and Terry Two-pints.Instagram @ThatBaldyFella Twitter @ThatBaldyFella 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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50:34

91. Leslie Gold

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/09/22

In this episode I spoke with comedian Leslie Gold who talked about a supportive partner, women on mixed bills, American humour and getting a fair shake. Instagram @RealLeslieGold Twitter @RealLeslieGold Leslie Gold webpage Sofa So Funny 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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56:37

90. Alex Franklin

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/09/15

In this episode I spoke with comedian Alex Franklin who talked about trans joy, the speaking mime, laughing in weird places and making a connection. Instagram @Alex_Franklin_Hallo Twitter @AWildFranklin 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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01:37:26

89. Rob Kemp

Comedy in a Nutshell ·

2024/09/10

In this extended episode I spoke with comedian Rob Kemp who talked about joke books, falling, a concept to hang your hat on, an unopened packet of crisps and snowboarding. Instagram @RobotKemp Twitter @RobotKemp The Elvis Dead 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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