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The Comedian's Comedian Podcast

Stuart Goldsmith
Comedy
Stand-Up Comedy
Mental Health
Edinburgh Festival
Edinburgh Fringe
Social Media
Audience Engagement
Creativity
Women In Comedy
Live At the Apollo
Climate Change
Stand-Up Performance
Taskmaster
Janey Godley
Netflix
One-Liners
Joke Writing
Performing Arts
Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Touring

For anyone who writes comedy, makes comedy, loves comedy, as we delve into the minds of over 500 comedians across the world, asking them in depth about how they do it, and how they cope with the challenges of a creative life. Previous guests include James Acaster, Bill Burr, Russell Howard, Bo Burnham, Sarah Millican, Sindhu Vee and Patton Oswalt.

“Absolutely riveting”—The Guardian

“For anyone wit... more

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Latest Episodes

Joe Wells is known best for his shows exploring mental health and his neurodiversity being autistic, while before that he first made his name as a political comedian with shows like Night of the Living Tories. Joe also hosts the podcast Neurodivergen... more

We’re back in the archives with Suzi Ruffell from 2019, where we discuss:

* making sure that LGBTQ+ people in the audience feel seen

* how punishing she found being a new act (and whether she could do it all again)

* and why she finds happiness... more

Exactly 500 episodes later one of the UK’s most acclaimed comics, Sara Pascoe, returns to the show. Fresh off her latest tour, I Am A Strange Gloop, we discuss:

* how comedians become addicted to rejection

* the imbalance of what the circuit mean... more

HUGE NEWS: I'M GOING ON TOUR!

I'm heading on my first UK tour in nearly a decade with Canary. As the miners scrambled to safety, they’d try to grab the dead canary and then immediately revive it with pure oxygen, condemning it to a constant loop of ... more

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Recent Guests

Sara Pascoe
UK comedian known for thoughtful, authentic stand-up
Comedian
Episode: Sara Pascoe Returns
Rose Matafeo
Edinburgh Comedy Award-winning comedian featured in 2018 conversation
Comedian
Episode: Rose Matafeo (2018): ComCompendium
Ian Smith
Comedian, co-host of Northern News Podcast
Episode: Ian Smith
John Robins
Critically acclaimed comedian, Taskmaster champion, and broadcaster
Independent; author of Thirst; audiobook available
Episode: John Robins Returns
John Tothill
Comedian and current show performer
Episode: John Tothill
Jonno Johnson
Comedian, part of Sheeps; head writer at SNL UK
Sheeps; SNL UK
Episode: Jonno Johnson
Darren (Jonno's real name)
Jonno's real name mentioned in interview
Episode: Jonno Johnson
Ellie Taylor
Comedian and TV performer
Episode: Ellie Taylor (2019): ComCompendium
Nicola and Rosie Flo & Joan
Flo & Joan, musical comedy duo (sisters)
Flo & Joan
Episode: Flo & Joan (2019): ComCompendium

Host

Stuart Goldsmith
Host of the show; long-running, research-driven interviewer focused on the craft of comedy and the process behind performances.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Boring virtu signally

    Repetitive boring virtu signally

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Shsfsbsh
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Very boring for a comedy podcast

    Very boring for a comedy podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Fukayutapjoy
    United States5 months ago
  • Loving my comedy pods

    This is up there with Parenting Hell, Funny Laundering, Wolf and Owl

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fallensoldier
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • The Comedy Enthusiast’s Comedy Podcast

    I’m glad this pod exists - the consistent quality of the host, guests, and interviews contained therein mark it as a genuine organic institution of the British comedy world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stagfromTOS
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • RIP Janey. What an absolute Legend. Thanks for re-uploading the episode Stu. Donation given to the Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice. Everyone please donate!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Ben
    2 years ago

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Some listeners feel the format is occasionally slow but worth sticking with for the insights.
Fans appreciate the research and solid guest selection, calling it essential for serious comedians.
Listeners praise the host for thoughtful, thorough questions and deep dives into craft.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#194
United Kingdom/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#213
Italy/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#204
United Arab Emirates/Comedy

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Johnny Marriott from PET NEEDS: NonComPod
Q: How did your background in psychology influence your approach to performing and connecting with fans?
Johnny explains that his psychology training helps him empathize with performers and fans, shaping an approach that emphasizes the human side of touring and audience interaction.
Chris Fleming (2019): ComCompendium
Q: How did you transition from being a YouTube creator to building a live stand-up career?
I used to drown in LA and felt the pull to perform live; I shifted focus to a live-show strategy, then used online clips to sustain and grow that live audience, proving I could do both without losing the core voice.
Charlene Kaye
Q: How do you handle the tension between performing with guitar and doing stand-up without it?
The guitar is a tool and sometimes a crutch; I'm gradually building stand-up skills that don't rely on the guitar, practicing with low-stakes gigs to strengthen the core jokes and timing.
Charlene Kaye
Q: Can you just tell us, tell the listener who may not be so familiar with you, what is your relationship to stand up?
I'm relatively new to comedy and I'm primarily a musician who started writing funny songs; stand-up feels like a natural extension of storytelling rooted in my musical background, though I'm still developing the pure stand-up craft.
James Acaster | Hecklers Welcome (2024): ComCompendium
Q: Why did you pursue this project despite earlier TV pitching challenges?
Because he wanted to create on his own terms, preserve creative control, and prove to himself (and the audience) that he can make something meaningful outside traditional TV formats.

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A deep-dolder of conversations with comedians and writers, focusing on the craft, process, and life behind stand-up and performance. Episodes often explore the realities of touring, writing, and audience dynamics, with frank talk about rejection, authenticity, and career longevity. Notable through-lines include the balance between art and industry, the evolution of material, and the mental health and personal growth that shape a comedian's work. The show frequently features guests who push creative boundaries, mix mediums (stand-up, TV, music, writing), and share practical insights for anyone pursuing a creative life. A standout aspect is the host's research-driven, empathetic interview style that uncovers both technical craft and personal ... more

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2. Rose Matafeo
3. Ian Smith
4. John Robins
5. John Tothill
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7. Darren (Jonno's real name)
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