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The Comedian's Comedian Podcast

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

Once again we’re back in the archives of ComComPod towers with Ben Bailey Smith aka Doc Brown, a prodigious talent, with clean-cut standup and roof-raising comedy rap, as well as a parallel career as an influential and respected rapper. We discuss:

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The Smartest Man In The World, Greg Proops, returns to the show 13 years and 468 episodes later to discuss his new album, Kidding. But STILL.

A stand-up comic and improvisor from San Francisco, Greg is best known for his appearances on Whose Line is... more

Welcome back for another ComCompendoum, this time with Stevie Martin where we discuss:

* the huge amount of time and prep that goes into her work

* the internal battle to feel like a “proper comedian” in an industry that prioritises certain style... more

Some people have been in Edinburgh all month long... well, the cool kids are now finally in town! Starting today, I'll be at Monkey Barrel Comedy's Cabaret Voltaire everyday at 2.25pm until 30th August.

Although it's about the climate, this show isn... more

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Recent Guests

Greg Proops
Stand-up comedian and improviser
Episode: Greg Proops Returns
Stevie Martin
Comedian, writer, and former Massive Dad sketch performer
Self-employed/Comedian
Episode: Stevie Martin (2021): ComCompendium
Nish Kumar
Comedian appearing as a guest
Episode: Nish Kumar Returns, Again! | Part Two
Kristen Schaal
Voice actor and comedian known for Bob's Burgers, BoJack Horseman, and live performance work
The Legend of Crystal Shell; Bob's Burgers; The Muppets
Episode: Kristen Schaal
Bilal Zafar
Award-winning stand-up comedian
Episode: Bilal Zafar
Daniel Sloss
Comedian known for edgy, thought-provoking material and growth over time
Self-employed / Stand-up comedian
Episode: Daniel Sloss (2015): ComCompendium
Joe Sutherland
Stand-up, actor and writer; talks about his career and craft
Various (Edinburgh Fringe, Roast Battle, Hypothetical, Urban Myths)
Episode: Joe Sutherland
Sasheer Zamata
Former SNL cast member, stand-up comedian, writer/performer
Episode: Sasheer Zamata (2017): ComCompendium
Amy Annette
Comedian, producer, script editor, and editorial consultant; working on Pretty Face and Say What You Like About Me
Episode: Amy Annette

Host

Stuart Goldsmith
Host of the series, known for in-depth conversations about comedy craft, interviewing a wide range of comedians.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • Contagious enthusiasm

    ComComPod is one of the more uplifting podcasts I listen to regularly. I started listening because I love comedy but I have stayed listening because our host comes across as a lovely human who shows genuine interest in his guests and this results in genuinely interesting conversations, which it feels like a privilege to eavesdrop upon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    johnsyweb
    Australia2 months ago
  • Homogeneous

    Need more variety, maybe look beyond British comics. There is a massive comedy scene in Northern Ireland, for example.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Ilvurmum
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Boring virtu signally

    Repetitive boring virtu signally

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Shsfsbsh
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Very boring for a comedy podcast

    Very boring for a comedy podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Fukayutapjoy
    United States8 months ago
  • Loving my comedy pods

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fallensoldier
    United Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Fans praise the host for thoughtful, thorough interviews and genuine curiosity.
Overall, audiences find episodes highly insightful for aspiring comedians and industry professionals.
Some voices wish for more international variety and different comedy genres beyond the British scene.
Listeners value the craft-focused depth and range of guests from British and international comedy scenes.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#200
United Kingdom/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#198
South Korea/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#200
Russia/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Greg Proops Returns
Q: Final set: are you happy with your career given the current state of show business and politics?
Not wholly happy; considers himself fortunate in family and work yet acknowledges ongoing societal challenges and the volatility of the industry, remaining hopeful about future voices prevailing.
Greg Proops Returns
Q: First question: did it work? did your substantive, morally framed comedy have an impact on the culture?
Proops acknowledges uncertainty about broad impact, suggests partial success and ongoing relevance, while noting that many currents in culture have shifted in unpredictable ways.
Stevie Martin (2021): ComCompendium
Q: What do you look for in collaborators and why is that important to your process?
I look for people who are on it, who can give and take criticism without defensiveness, and who share a wavelength. It's crucial to have calm, efficient partners who can execute and keep a show moving without dragging it down with drama.
Daniel Sloss (2015): ComCompendium
Q: Daniel, sum yourself up in one short paragraph taking into account your entire history. What do you do on stage? What can we expect from a Daniel Sloss show?
I described myself as a comedian who uses rigorous argument and provocative topics to make people think and laugh, while constantly questioning my own previous beliefs and evolving my material. Expect sharp, boundary-pushing writing that blends anger, empathy, and self-reflection.
Suzi Ruffell (2019): ComCompendium
Q: What was the turning point in finding your voice on stage?
Suzi describes moving away from imitating others and leaning into her own experiences and personality, aided by realizing writing could be learned through practice and truth-telling rather than copying peers.

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A thoughtful, interview-driven show that dives into the craft of stand-up and the broader world of comedy. Through long-form conversations with acclaimed and emerging comedians, the host probes writing processes, show development, performance psychology, and behind-the-scenes industry dynamics. Episodes frequently explore how personal experience, neurodiversity, politics, and culture shape material, with a strong emphasis on craft, honesty, and practical career insights. The host's patient, curious style tends to attract guests who are both deeply knowledgeable about comedy and willing to discuss the tensions between art, audience, and the industry. A standout quality is the consistent focus on the mechanics of comedy—the writing, pacing, m... more

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