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The Comedy Writers Group

Marcel Blanch-de Wilt
Comedy
Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Stand-Up Comedy
Mental Health
Comedy Festivals
Comedy Writing
Edinburgh Fringe
Parenting
Improv
Australia
Screenwriting
Melbourne Comedy Festival
Comedy Industry
Melbourne
Improv Comedy
Adelaide Fringe
Comedy Specials
Identity
Steph Tisdell's Show
Audience Engagement

The Comedy Writers Group is determined to de-mystify the worlds of stand-up comedy, sketch, and screenwriting in an effort to make this world a lot more approachable.

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Latest Episodes

This week I'm joined by Raw Comedy National Finalist, Jorgia Rice.

Jorgia represented Victoria in the iconic open mic competition. We discuss her experience leading up to the big day and how she felt stepping onto the stage at the Melbourne Town Hal... more

This week I'm joined by the brilliant Elliot Ulm! Elliot is a comedian and improviser that you might know from his huge following on the socials making comedy out of graphic design. Elliot is in town for the Melbourne International Comedy Festival wi... more

This week I'm joined by the legendary writer and filmmaker, John Safran. We chat about how his career started with Race Around the World and the upcoming reboot. We talk about the difference between writing books versus making TV shows, and the behin... more

This week I'm joined by comedian and "Gaulier-trained harlequin", Elf Lyons. We chat about how we first met at the iconic and infamous Adelaide Fringe venue, The Producers Hotel and take a trip down memory lane.

We discuss how those early days infor... more

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Recent Guests

Elliot Ulm
Tremendous comedian, improviser, online content creator, YouTuber
Independent/Creative
Episode: Comedy by Design (with Elliot Ulm)
John Safran
Writer and filmmaker known for true stories exploring faith, race, extremism and love
Self-employed/Author & Filmmaker
Episode: Making It (with John Safran)
Elf Lyons
Comedian and performer known for multi-genre work blending clowning, theatre, and stand-up
Episode: Finding Your Clown (with Elf Lyons)
Chloe Petts
Guest, stand-up comedian
Episode: Comedy & Football (with Chloe Petts)
Luke Heggie
Australian comedian, known for prolific show-writing and touring
Self-employed/Stand-up circuit
Episode: Pretending Not to Care (with Luke Heggie & Chris Ryan)
Chris Ryan
Australian comedian, writer, performer
Self-employed/Stand-up circuit
Episode: Pretending Not to Care (with Luke Heggie & Chris Ryan)
Josie Long
British comedian
Episode: Wholly Positive (with Josie Long)
Abby Wambaugh
Guest on the show; writer and performer
Independent comedian/writer
Episode: The First Three Minutes of Seventeen Podcasts (with Abby Wambaugh)
Steph Tisdell
Comedian and author returning to stand-up after a hiatus.
Episode: Directing a Show (with Steph Tisdell)

Host

Marcel Blanch-de Wilt
Host of The Comedy Writers Group; frequent facilitator and interviewer focused on craft, directing, and community building within the comedy scene

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • So much value for comedians

    I love this podcast! There’s always a nugget of wisdom and so much value for those who want to keep moving forward in the comedy scene. Always entertaining, thanks Marcel!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shazbot10101
    Australia2 months ago
  • Amazing show

    The Comedy Writers Group has so many amazing insights and useful hints and tips! A MUST for any current or aspiring comedians and comedy writers and hobbyists alike.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mel_Gee <3
    Australia9 months ago
  • Love it

    I’m a relative new comer and I’m loving it. Marcel is a wonderful host. Keep up the good work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anzac Digger
    Australia10 months ago
  • Great for getting the creative juices flowing

    Great group to bounce off ideas, laugh, and learn. These writers are sharp, quick-witted, and entertaining.

    If you want a writing partner or just get motivated to write new material this is the group you should be after. Easily one of my favourite listens of the week in terms of the podcast, but the higher tier groups gives you access to zoom meetings etc which is great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pankajkawatra1234
    Australia10 months ago
  • A must listen for comedians or comedy writers

    A weekly deep dive into the minds and material of an awesome range of local and international comedians.

    Great way for anyone, wherever they’re at in their comedy journey, to get practical advice from some of the best in their field.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dez_Craig
    Australia10 months ago

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The show's community vibe and guest variety are consistently highlighted as strengths.
Listeners appreciate practical, craft-focused advice and candid industry insights.
The host and guests create a supportive, idea-forward environment that helps writers and comedians feel motivated.

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Comedy by Design (with Elliot Ulm)
Q: What is the value of the bald cap?
The bald cap is a deliberate tool to shift physicality and signal a different version of the performer on stage, making the design-focused character more believable and freeing in performance.
Comedy by Design (with Elliot Ulm)
Q: How's the festival going so far?
It's going very well; the host and guest discuss learning and growth, the show evolving from previews, and the importance of audience engagement in making the festival experience meaningful.
Comedy & Football (with Chloe Petts)
Q: Tell me about the JFL experience.
Chloe explains she got a last-minute call to perform at Just For Laughs in Montreal, navigated the rushed prep, and found the experience exciting yet relaxed, noting how the Brits tended to approach it with a chill, while Americans treated it as a major career milestone.
Finding Your Clown (with Elf Lyons)
Q: What keeps you coming back to long-running festival cycles like Adelaide, and how do you balance teaching, creating, and performing across different countries?
Elf discusses the joy of live audience connection and the practicalities of teaching as a reliable income stream, explaining that the film of community and shared moments keeps drawing her back, while acknowledging the financial realities and rewards versus the time away from family and home.
Finding Your Clown (with Elf Lyons)
Q: How did Gaulier influence your approach to performance and teaching, and what did you take away that you still use today?
She describes Gaulier as a catalyst for openness, resilience, and the idea that being ready to perform is the responsibility of the performer; the intense teaching style pushed her to embrace vulnerability and live collaboration, shaping how she teaches and creates today.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Comedy Writers Group

What is The Comedy Writers Group about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A witty, craft-focused series that unpacks stand-up, sketch, and screenwriting through candid conversations with comedians, writers, and festival insiders. Episodes frequently explore directing, material development, performance psychology, and the practicalities of building a career in comedy, from writing processes and act structure to touring, festivals, and media strategy. Noteworthy is the show's hands-on coaching vibe, a supportive community, and guests who bring both on-stage craft and behind-the-scenes industry insight, making it approachable for aspiring comedians and writers while rewarding for established practitioners.

Look for episodes featuring directing sessions, deep dives into act structure, and festival-facing perspective... more

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1. Elliot Ulm
2. John Safran
3. Elf Lyons
4. Chloe Petts
5. Luke Heggie
6. Chris Ryan
7. Josie Long
8. Abby Wambaugh

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