The Comedians Paradise podcast

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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 show and how things have changed [[15:26]] [[20:27]] Using deadlines [[23:30]] [[27:27]] When an act stole my joke for a TV show and taking a stand, having the consequences [[32:10]] [[32:10]] Turning a bomb around and when I left LA [[35:31]] [[35:31]] Patrice Oneal , stop asking the audience if something is funny, we need A comedian that knows where he is going [[38:28]] [[51:17]] Advice for comedians on writing jokes [[55:11]] [[55:11]] Preparing before you go on stage [[01:01:00]] [[01:01:00]] Why I don’t like competitions [[01:04:00]] [[01:04:00]] Most entertainers are polarising, why do the baddies get more attention [[01:06:00]] [[01:06:00]] Advice to new comedians [[01:10:40]] If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster, or if you would like to find out about Richard, you can reach him on his youtube channel, secrets of standupcomedy, on his email at richwilliamscomedy@gmail.com and you can go on his Facebook page at richwilliamscomedy You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.…

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South African viral comedy star Schalk Bezhuidenhout 1:11:22

10 days ago1:11:22

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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 about the intent and how I avoid getting misrepresented [[28:42]] [[29:15]] Performing with Trevor Noah [[34:43]] [[34:43]] How to make the audience feel special [[38:46]] [[43:31]] How I do my crowd work [[45:23]] [[48:00]] What I do to get myself in the mood for performing [[49:39]] [[50:03]] The worst part of standup [[53:56]] [[01:00:00]] Australia fringes vs UK fringes [[01:03:00]] [[01:03:00]] What being viral gives a comic [[01:07:00]] If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster and if you would like to know more about Schalk you can go on his Linktree at linkify.co.za/schalkbez. You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.…

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Being a full-time entertainer!!! 1:08:05

17 days ago1:08:05

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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 [[57:13]] [[57:13]] He who sings his wears down a well does not prosper half as well as someone as he who climbs a tree and yells [[58:23]] [[58:16]] Why are you doing what others are doing [[01:00:01]] [[01:00:01]] Avner the eccentric and making your own gags [[01:05:00]] [[01:05:00]] What all comedians are doing with people [[01:06:21]] If you would like to know more on Tim, you can reach him on his website at https://skinnyentertainment.co.uk/. On the otherhand, if you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.…

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Professional Slovenian comedian Martina Ipsa 40:54

24 days ago40:54

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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 [[13:59]] [[18:36]] What I think is a load of crap [[22:01]] [[24:24]] When you have to say no [[28:04]] [[29:38]] My experience of performing comedy in Slovenia, Balkans [[32:00]] [[35:50]] How you take responsibility for yourself on stage as a comedian [[37:04]] If you would like to know more on Martina, you can reach at her website at https://martinaipsa.com/, where with Marvin you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.…

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Taking control of your destiny 33:15

4 weeks ago33:15

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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 meritocracy is a myth [[15:20:00]] [[18:04:00]] You Complaining makes you a victim, you leave the situation, change the situation or accept the situation anything else is stupid [[18:35:00]] [[19:55:00]] Benefits of going up the tough way [[22:04:00]] [[22:06:00]] There needs to be stakes in order for you to work hard [[26:00:00]] If you would like to know about Arma, you can go to her Linktree at https://linktr.ee/ArmaBenoit. If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.…

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The clown behind Americas got talent Sunny Chatum 1:09:41

5 weeks ago1:09:41

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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 talent [[54:08]] [[01:05:34]] My heroes [[01:09:56]] If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster, whilst if you want to find out about Krista and Sunny Chatum on her website at https://kristakomondor.com/. #standupcomedypodcast #comedypodcast #interviewingcomedians #comedians #podcastinterview #interviewingclowns #standupcomedian #standupcomedians #clownpodcast #clowning You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.…

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Being a comedienne in the Chicago and New York comedy scenes 1:05:58

6 weeks ago1:05:58

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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 lot Of bad improvisers and comedian [[05:40]] [[05:49]] Starting standup from a corporate background [[08:46]] [[14:31]] Getting creepiness from men and woman, comedians and Creatives are not good at being [[17:01]] [[15:40]] Comedians and creatives are not known for their function skills [[19:49]] [[19:55]] What is the difference between NYC and Chicago [[22:37]] [[22:38]] What has been moments that I have learnt the most [[26:41]] [[27:27]] Getting dodgey things from male comedians [[33:32]] [[33:32]] Just because we meet the same demographic doesn’t mean we have the same act [[36:49]] [[40:38]] The big problem with those in power in comedy [[43:49]] [[45:00]] The surprising things with New York and Chicago [[47:04]] [[47:04]] Handling dickheads [[50:03]] [[53:50]] New York vs Chicago comedy style [[01:00:16]] If you would like to know more on Victoria, you can reach her on all social media plaforms at chicitybitty, whilst if you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.…

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Being a rapper and comedian 32:02

7 weeks ago32:02

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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 seen/heard on Channel 4, BBC Radio 4, BBC 6 Music, Radio 1XTRA, plus gained millions of viral video views online. In addition to stand up, as solo artist Jester Jacobs, he’s released regular music since his debut Mental Disorder in 2008. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[02:48:00]] What keeps Joe in the comedy game and how does it compare with the rap game [[12:25:20]] [[12:25:20]] The lessons of a bad gig [[23:03:09]] [[23:03:09]] What I haven’t changed on the comedy journey [[25:50:10]] If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. On the otherhand, if you would like to know more about Joe Jacobs, you can reach him on https://www.joejacobs.website/. You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.…

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Spending 29 years at the fringe as a cabaret artist 1:04:55

8 weeks ago1:04:55

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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 is in the audience [[15:19:22]] [[22:22:22]] How the fringe has changed over 20 years [[28:01:13]] [[32:25:04]] Whats available and isn’t available for the stage [[34:36:28]] [[39:49:06]] The truth about star ratings [[41:55:06]] [[42:35:04]] Stop chasing the approval of people that don’t value you [[45:04:18]] [[45:45:02]] What has happened that has changed me for the better [[51:26:22]] [[52:41:03]] How important is your life outside of comedy and learning about yourself [[54:15:24]] [[01:01:48]] Advice for other performers out there [[01:05:08]] If you would like to know more about Sarah, you can go on here website at https://www.sarah-louise-young.com/. To know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.…

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Being a comic with many hats 54:17

10 weeks ago54:17

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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]] Learning from another acts bomb [[35:37]] [[45:49]] Biggest arsewholes in comedy [[47:35]] [[47:35]] What being a man of many hats gives me [[51:29]] [[51:29]] There is no rules in this comedy game [[52:03]] If you would like to know more about Dave Chawner you can reach him on his website at https://www.davechawner.co.uk//. On the other-hand, if you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. #standupcomedypodcast #comedypodcast #interviewingcomedians #comedians #podcastinterview #standupcomedian #standupcomedians You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.…

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Being a standup and a bogan 49:32

10 weeks ago49:32

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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 New Zealand as the support act for American comedian Kevin Tate. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[00:57:11]] What it means to be a bogan [[05:38:03]] [[13:50:09]] Performing for a man that was about to die [[15:35:23]] [[30:19:02]] How does therapy help me [[37:55:24]] [[34:05:07]] Where you can air anything and there not be any judgement [[35:11:25]] [[37:55:24]] Life for Aboriginals [[42:08:06]] [[42:26:26]] The hardest thing about the Adelaide comedy scene [[45:54:00]] [[45:54:00]] The harder audiences you do the better it makes you the easier audiences [[46:23:05]] If you would like to know more about Marc Ryan you can reach him on Instagram at the beautiful bogan and if you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. #comedypodcast #standupcomedypodcast #australiancomedy #bogan #interviewpodcast You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.…

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Being a professional welsh comedian 1:15:05

11 weeks ago1:15:05

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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 Steffan Alun Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[02:06]] The positives and negatives of London [[03:06]] [[03:06]] TV stuff in Wales not just in London and the attempt to get more regional comedians on Live at the Apollo [[08:03]] [[09:38]] What social media has given me [[13:40]] [[15:23]] What social media problems compare with the circuit [[18:41]] [[37:13]] How you sell material is so important [[43:42]] [[46:02]] gong shows [[51:20]] [[54:10 ]] How to play ed [[58:31]] [[59:01]] What not to do at the Edinburgh fringe [[01:01:22]] [[01:02:19]] How the circuit has become more separated [[01:06:53]] If you would like to know more about Steffan Alun, you reach him on Bluesky and Instagram at @steffanalun. Also,if you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. #standupcomedypodcast #standupcomedian #comedian #standupcomedian #podcastinterview You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.…

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PBH free fringe founder Peter Buckley Hill 1:31:53

12 weeks ago1:31:53

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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 brilliant Peter Buckley Hill, the remarkable the founder of the PBH free fringe ,a movement set up by what he saugh as unreasonable hire charges for venues and high ticket prices for the public. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[06:59]] How the UK circuit has changed [[12:17]] [[08:50]] What a smart comedian does and the problems of comedy courses [[09:35]] [[12:33]] The biggest problem with club comedians and an hr show [[15:16]] [[16:00]] This years Edinburgh fringe and the rest of the comedy industry [[21:47]] [[24:22]] What the Edinburgh used to do for people [[27:52]] [[28:22]] The problem with comedy reviews [[33:49]] [[38:47]] What keeps his passion for the Free fringe [[42:12]] [[54:31]] Love wins over money and love can keep money in the long term [[01:01:19]] [[01:04:06]] Advice for the Fringe [[01:16:50]] [[01:16:16]] How to join the Free fringe PBH [[01:24:23]] [[01:24:23]] How to find out about Peter Buckley Hill [[01:27:52]] If you would like to perform on PBH free fringe, you can go on there website here:https://freefringe.org.uk/, if you would like to find out Peters journey in the fringe you can buy it here on this like:https://shorturl.at/O8yC6, else you can find you watch Peter on his youtube channel @PeterBuckleyHill. If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. #comedypodcast #standupcomedian #comedian #comedians #edinburghfringe #fringefestival You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.…

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Full time comedian and force of nature Josephine Lacey 1:06:38

13 weeks ago1:06:38

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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 chat to the amazing comedy force of nature Josephine Lacey. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[01:06]] How to find your comedy voice [[08:04]] [[08:07]] Can you gig too much [[09:51]] [[10:04]] How long did it take to become full-time [[13:43]] [[11:00]] When I started getting paid [[13:16]] [[13:46]] How to make full-time money from comedy and how [[16:00]] [[16:00]] Proudest moments when teaching comedians [[17:28]] [[17:28]] How to get over the nerves of comedy [[21:04]] [[39:20]] My opinion on Gong shows [[43:04]] [[43:04]] Have you had moments where you gave up on comedy [[46:48]] [[47:22]] How having an autistic son enhances my comedy [[48:10]] [[48:10]] How recognition from peers has kept me in comedy [[50:30]] [[51:00]] My approach to writing [[59:12]] If you would like to know more on Josephine Lacey you can follow her at josephinelaceycomic on Facebook and Instagram. Whilst if you would like to follow Hannah you can reach her on hannahlloyddavies at all major social media platforms and if you would like to know more on Marvin you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. #comedypodcast #standupcomedy #ukcomedy #standupcomedian You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.…

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South African clown and burlesque performer F*nny fantastic 37:29

14 weeks ago37:29