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Tyrant In Training

Kevin Ryan
Comedy
Ireland
Edinburgh Fringe Festival
Improv Comedy
Stephania
Real Life Ghost Stories Podcast
Elon Musk
Tiktok
Government
Tyranny
Flower Island
Humongous Fungus
Pedro Pascal
Scandals
Gossip
Christmas
Barbie Movie
Royal Family
Recovery Island
Superman

Tyrant In Training is an improv comedy, power fantasy podcast that allows guests to rule over whatever type of country they want to dream up. Featuring interviews with comedians and podcasters like Gearóid Farrelly (Dancing With The Stars), Aideen McQueen (Waiting For Texto), Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood (Whose Line Is It Anyway?), Shazia Mirza (Would I Lie To You), Jordan Holmes (Knowledge Fig... more

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Latest Episodes

Comedian Sarah Roberts joins Tyrant in Training to reveal her laws as Empress Octavia of SazLand. Faced with a population crisis on an island where death is illegal, Sarah reveals her ruthless solution: a retroactive decree to prevent nine million ci... more

This week’s tyrant is "Ireland's Next Top Comic" Winner 2024 comedian Dan Stephens 

Also host of the Dan Stephens show on Spotify and Youtube

Dan is King DanJo of KarmaLand. 

Stress is illegal, sharks surround the island and if you want to leave, ... more

This week’s tyrant is Irish comedian Stephanie Elle

Stephanie is the only Stephanie on her Utopia island of Stephtopia

Flash mobs are running wild. Taylor Swift might show up. Prison is a series of rooms of minor inconveniences mostly revolving aro... more

This week’s tyrant is Irish comedian Keego

Keego is known as.the Supreme Handsome Virile Super Leader of Inis Keego

The the Supreme Handsome Virile Super Leader of Inis Keego rules his citizens with an iron fist while they stare in wonder at his gi... more

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Recent Guests

Stephanie Elle
Stand-up comedian, performer at Edinburgh Fringe and Vodafone Comedy Festival
Self
Episode: Stephanie Elle - A Test For Evil Cats
Keego (Neil Keegan)
Comedian guest on the show
Episode: Keego - Supreme Handsome Virile Super Leader
Asher Robertson
Irish European comedian, guest on the show
Episode: Asher Robertson - Tyrannical Mother
Ryan LaPlante
Podcaster, co-host of Dumb-Dumbs & Dragons / Dumb-Dumbs & Dice
Dumb-Dumbs & Dice
Episode: Ryan LaPlante - Not Enough Canada's
Karl Spain
Comedian, writer and author featured as the guest ruler on the island
Comedian (Ireland)
Episode: Karl Spain - The Ruler of no Tipperary Sh*t here
Trae Renee
Guest on the island-creation themed episode
Episode: The Giant Mariah Carey Statue (With Trae Renee)
Athena Kugblenu
Comedian guest who takes over a fictional country in the episode
Episode: She's irredeemable In A Nice Way (With Athena Kugblenu)
Vittorio Leonardi
Comedian and guest ruler for this episode
Episode: The Tyrant Tower with the Giant Cannon (With Vittorio Leonardi)
Bryon Kershaw
Podcaster and host of two actual play podcasts, Spirits and Monsters of Old Seattle and Facehuggers and Friends.
Spirits and Monsters of Old Seattle, Facehuggers and Friends
Episode: Bryon Kershaw - Magistar & Head Tyrant of Dragonia

Host

Kevin Ryan
Host of Tyrant In Training, focused on improv-based governance fantasies with a comedic lens.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Fun and Funny

    Laughed a lot. Good clean fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mandykaps
    United States5 months ago
  • SUCH A LAUGH

    The is one of the most fun podcasts I’ve ever listened to OR recorded.

    Kevin’s so funny and it’s a really cool way to get to know the guests and who they are as people

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C0wHugger
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Fun concept & execution

    Fun concept for a podcast and excellent execution!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quigs0514
    United Statesa year ago
  • Too much fun!

    Kevin Ryan is such a funny, talented and creative personality. He took an experiment in human behavior and made it a hilarious, can’t miss, podcast. 5 stars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    directorpatrick
    United States3 years ago
  • Great concept for a show, genuinely fun to see how long it takes for someone turn from a lovely benevolent leader into a tyrannical dictator. Not just saying that because our leader told me to rate it highly or he'd stop our food rations for the month.

    Podchaser
    5
    thatfkingguy
    4 years ago

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Guests consistently deliver inventive scenarios and strong comedic chemistry with the host.
The show balances humor with thoughtful world-building, making it appealing for sponsors seeking creative content.
The format can be highly shareable, especially for fans of improv and pop culture crossovers.
Listeners praise the host's wit and the fast-paced banter that makes complex ideas feel accessible.

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Apple Podcasts
#241
United Kingdom/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#137
Finland/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#159
Ireland/Comedy/Improv

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Stephanie Elle - A Test For Evil Cats
Q: What happens when a scandal hits, and how would you handle accountability and resilience with Joe involved?
The narrative shifts to internal blame dynamics, where Joe is blamed and then re-enters the story as a reformed figure with a renewed, limited role and a plan to rebuild trust through controlled storytelling and public engagements.
Stephanie Elle - A Test For Evil Cats
Q: What would your everyday boring part of running your own country look like, with ultimate say or voting rights?
Stephanie describes a hybrid approach where she would appoint people for routine duties but still keep a democratic element by allowing citizens to vote on certain issues, maintaining an 80% approval baseline.
Asher Robertson - Tyrannical Mother
Q: How would you structure your island's government and who would be the ultimate decision-maker?
I would be the ultimate decision-maker, with a council in name but final say resting with me, ensuring a blend of efficiency, discipline, and a sense of humor to keep people engaged.
She's irredeemable In A Nice Way (With Athena Kugblenu)
Q: On your birthday, how do you want people to celebrate you?
Athena describes a grand, public celebration with parades, street food, and inclusive, all-ages festivities, complete with diverse music and abundant gifts, while emphasizing that the party should reflect her benevolent leadership and accessibility.
The Tyrant Tower with the Giant Cannon (With Vittorio Leonardi)
Q: What are your thoughts on your approval rating?
Leonardi whimsically mentions that a scandal over banana-flavored ice cream led to a significant fall in approval ratings, suggesting a public relations strategy to amend it.

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This show blends improv, satire, and fantasy governance as guests imagine ruling whimsical island nations and fictitious countries. Conversations consistently orbit playful power dynamics, absurd policies, and culturally rich world-building, often with running jokes and audience-friendly banter. Episodes stand out for their inventive premises, guest variety (comedians, podcasters, improv artists), and a tone that leans into lighthearted political satire without taking power too seriously. Listeners can expect quick-witted hosts, inventive scenarios, and a steady stream of comedic world-building, mischief, and character-driven humor that translates well to sponsorships and guest pitches alike.

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Recent guests on Tyrant In Training include:

1. Stephanie Elle
2. Keego (Neil Keegan)
3. Asher Robertson
4. Ryan LaPlante
5. Karl Spain
6. Trae Renee
7. Athena Kugblenu
8. Vittorio Leonardi

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