by Stuart Goldsmith
For anyone who writes comedy, makes comedy, loves comedy, or just has an interest in comedians and what makes them so annoying.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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April 10, 2025
<p><strong>Shazia Mirza</strong> is an award winning British Asian Muslim stand-up comedian. Her latest show, <strong>Coconut - </strong>a hilarious and uplifting joyride into the art of survival in a world of crocodiles, solitary confinement and alpha males -<strong> </strong>was nominated for 'Best Stand-up Tour' at the National Comedy Awards. Shazia has also appeared on TV screens across the country, from <strong>SAS ‘Who dares Wins’</strong> to <strong>QI</strong>!</p><br><p>In this episode we discuss<strong> truth as a foundation</strong> in comedy, growing up in <strong>Birmingham</strong>, life as a <strong>teacher</strong>, the <strong>changing attitudes</strong> towards race, religion and gender within the industry, the <strong>success of Muslim Women</strong> in comedy and how <strong>social media</strong> can give underrepresented comics an audience.</p><br><p>Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>patreon.com/comcompod</strong></a> where you can <strong>WATCH</strong> the full episode and get access to 20 minutes of extras including the impact of meeting <strong>Robin Williams </strong>and<strong> Mort Sahl, </strong>the different attitudes towards comedians and reality stars on television shows PLUS<strong> privacy</strong> and <strong>persona</strong> in comedy.</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Support the Podcast from only £3/month at </strong><a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Patreon.com/ComComPod</strong></a></p><br><p>✅ Exclusive access to <strong>full video</strong> and <strong>ad-free audio </strong>episodes</p><p>✅ 20 minutes of e<strong>xclusive extra content </strong>with Shazia</p><p>✅ Early access to new episodes (where possible!)</p><p>✅ Exclusive<strong> membership offerings </strong>including a monthly “Stu&A”</p><br><p>PLUS you’ll get access to the <strong>full back catalogue of extras</strong> you can find nowhere else!</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Catch Up with Shazia:</strong></p><br><p>You can keep up-to-date with Shazia at<strong> </strong><a href="http://shazia-mirza.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>shazia-mirza.com</strong></a> and on Instagram, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theshaziamirza/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>@theshaziamirza</strong></a>.</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Everything Stu's up to:</strong></p><br><p>Come and help me figure out some<strong> NEW STUFF</strong>…Find all the dates and more at <a href="http://stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy</strong></a>.</p><br><p><a href="https://thetopsecretcomedyclub.co.uk/events-listings/stuart-goldsmith-climate-comedian-work-in-progress/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">23 April 2025 | <strong>London</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://thetopsecretcomedyclub.co.uk/events-listings/stuart-goldsmith-climate-comedian-work-in-progress/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">4 May 20</a><a href="http://machcomedyfest.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">25 | <strong>Machynlleth</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>D</strong>iscover Stu’s comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/climate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>stuartgoldsmith.com/climate</strong></a>.</p><br><p>Find everything else at <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>stuartgoldsmith.com</strong></a>.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
March 28, 2025
<p><strong>Iain Stirling</strong> is best known as the razor-sharp voice of Love Island, you may also know him from Series 8 of <strong>Taskmaster</strong>, hosting ITV2’s hit game show <strong>CelebAbility</strong>, his very own sitcom, <strong>Buffering</strong>, or maybe even his days on <strong>CBBC</strong>! He’s now back with <strong>Relevant</strong>, a brand-new stand-up show touring throughout the UK.</p><br><p>In this episode we discuss the <strong>creative freedom working within kids' television</strong>, growing up with the <strong>Edinburgh Fringe</strong> on his doorstep, the <strong>impact of success</strong> on his stand-up audience, the changing landscapes of a <strong>comedy career</strong> and the value of <strong>collaboration</strong>. </p><br><p>Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>patreon.com/comcompod</strong></a> where you can <strong>WATCH</strong> the full episode and get access to over 10 minutes of extras including his kids TV panel show, <strong>The Dog Ate My Homework</strong>, the pressure to<strong> construct revelations and meaning within an Edinburgh show</strong> plus the secret to <strong>activate your authentic self</strong>.</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Support the Podcast from only £3/month at </strong><a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Patreon.com/ComComPod</strong></a></p><br><p>✅ Exclusive access to <strong>full video</strong> and <strong>ad-free audio </strong>episodes</p><p>✅ Over 10 minutes of e<strong>xclusive extra content </strong>with Iain</p><p>✅ Exclusive<strong> membership offerings </strong>including a monthly “Stu&A”</p><br><p>PLUS you’ll get access to the <strong>full back catalogue of extras</strong> you can find nowhere else!</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Catch Up with Iain:</strong></p><br><p>Iain Stirling is on tour throughout the UK in 2025 with <strong>Relevant</strong> - find all the dates and more at <a href="http://iaindoesjokes.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">iaindoesjokes.com</a>.</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Everything Stu's up to:</strong></p><br><p><a href="https://www.headfirstbristol.co.uk/whats-on/sidney-and-eden/fri-28-mar-stuart-goldsmith-amy-mason-double-bill-122298#e122298" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">28 March 2025 | <strong>Bristol</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://wegottickets.com/event/646077/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1 April 2025 | <strong>Manchester</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://thetopsecretcomedyclub.co.uk/events-listings/stuart-goldsmith-climate-comedian-work-in-progress/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">23 April 2025 | <strong>London</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://thetopsecretcomedyclub.co.uk/events-listings/stuart-goldsmith-climate-comedian-work-in-progress/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">4 May 20</a><a href="http://machcomedyfest.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">25 | <strong>Machynlleth</strong></a></p><br><p>Discover Stu’s comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/climate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>stuartgoldsmith.com/climate</strong></a>.</p><br><p>Find everything else at <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>stuartgoldsmith.com</strong></a>.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
March 13, 2025
<p><strong>Damien Power</strong> is one of the most exhilarating voices in <strong>Australian comedy</strong>. His bold, thought-provoking stand-up has made him a three-time nominee for Most Outstanding Show at the Melbourne Comedy Festival and taken him all around the globe. His latest special, <strong>Not So Funny Now Is It?</strong>, is now streaming on <a href="https://youtu.be/F9s8kAIqFLM?si=Oc85Pc98K9Xi_Bh2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>YouTube</strong></a>.</p><br><p>In this episode we discuss neatly <strong>treading the line</strong>, the trap of chasing industry validation through <strong>awards</strong>, shooting a <strong>short film</strong> featuring his<strong> IndyCar driver brother</strong>, "nutting it out", <strong>believing in the bit</strong> and the <strong>pressure to achieve</strong>.</p><br><p>Join the Insiders Club at <a href="http://patreon.com/comcompod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>patreon.com/comcompod</strong></a> where you can <strong>WATCH</strong> the full episode and get access to over 20 minutes of extras including the <strong>lack of opportunities</strong> for alternative comedians in Australia, the <strong>challenges of filmmaking</strong>, finding <strong>joy </strong>in performing stand-up and <strong>creating premises</strong> through podcasting.</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Support the Podcast from only £3/month at </strong><a href="http://www.patreon.com/ComComPod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Patreon.com/ComComPod</strong></a></p><br><p>✅ Exclusive access to <strong>full video</strong> and <strong>ad-free audio </strong>episodes</p><p>✅ Over 20 minutes of e<strong>xclusive extra content </strong>with Damien</p><p>✅ Exclusive<strong> membership offerings </strong>including a monthly “Stu&A”</p><br><p>PLUS you’ll get access to the <strong>full back catalogue of extras</strong> you can find nowhere else!</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Catch Up with Damien:</strong></p><br><p>Damien Power’s latest special, <strong>Not So Funny Now Is It?</strong>, is streaming FREE on <a href="https://youtu.be/F9s8kAIqFLM?si=Oc85Pc98K9Xi_Bh2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>YouTube</strong></a>. You can also keep up-to-date with Damien on Instagram, <a href="http://instagram.com/damienpower_" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>@damienpower_</strong></a>.</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>Everything Stu's up to:</strong></p><br><p><a href="https://www.headfirstbristol.co.uk/whats-on/sidney-and-eden/fri-28-mar-stuart-goldsmith-amy-mason-double-bill-122298#e122298" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">28 March 2025 | <strong>Bristol</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://wegottickets.com/event/646077/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1 April 2025 | <strong>Manchester</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://thetopsecretcomedyclub.co.uk/events-listings/stuart-goldsmith-climate-comedian-work-in-progress/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">23 April 2025 | <strong>London</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://thetopsecretcomedyclub.co.uk/events-listings/stuart-goldsmith-climate-comedian-work-in-progress/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">4 May 20</a><a href="http://machcomedyfest.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">25 | <strong>Machynlleth</strong></a></p><br><p>Discover Stu’s comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/climate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>stuartgoldsmith.com/climate</strong></a>.</p><br><p>Find everything else at <a href="https://www.stuartgoldsmith.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>stuartgoldsmith.com</strong></a>.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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