Out Of Character with Alex Lynch: Conversations with Sketch and Character Comedians

Katy Schutte

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to the writer/performer/improviser Katy Schutte about being a folklorist, making a Ghostbusters musical, and travelling to the Arctic.

Katy also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 13th October 2025.

You can find more of Katy’s work here at https://www.katyschutte.co.uk/

Insta: @katyschutte

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Jake Yapp

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Jake Yapp (R4’s ‘Jake Yapp’s Media Circus’, ‘Charlie Brooker’s Weekly Wipe’) about cognitive dissonance, elderly ladies, and puppets.

Jake also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 7th October 2025.

You can find more of Jake’s work at https://jakeyapp.co.uk/

Insta & Facebook: @jakeyapp

Listen to ‘Modern Sex with Dora Dale’ wherever you get your podcasts

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Zara Gladman

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Zara Gladman (BBC’s ‘Good For Her’, R4's 'Eleanor & Pals') and about West End Mums, Scottish independence, and crayfish.

Zara also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 1st October 2025.

You can find more of Zara’s work at https://zaragladman.com/

Insta: @zanyzaz / TikTok: @zaragladman

Watch ‘Good For Her’ on BBC iPlayer

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Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Michael Spicer

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Michael Spicer (‘The Room Next Door’, BBC Radio 4’s ‘No Room’, 'The Mash Report') about writing a space opera, recording his BBC Radio series on his phone, and the long lost days of ‘Tweet-Ups’.

Michael also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 26th September 2025.

You can find more of Michael’s work on his YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MrMichaelSpicer

Insta: @mrmichaelspicer

Catch Michael on his live tour ‘Hope All’s Well’ at https://www.mickperrin.com/tours/michael-spicer-hope-alls-well/

Listen to ‘No Room’ on BBC Sounds

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Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Lucy Montgomery

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to actor and writer Lucy Montgomery (Netflix’s ‘Disenchantment’, BBC’s ‘Dodger’ and ‘Tracey Ullman’s Show’) about animation jobs, hot seating characters, and playing the girlfriend of Zig and (or) Zag.

Lucy also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 9th September 2025.

You can find more of Lucy’s work at https://www.42mp.com/talent/lucy-montgomery

Watch ‘Disenchantment’ on Netflix

‘Lucy Montgomery’s Variety Pack: The Complete Series’ is available at Penguin

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Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Marcus Brigstocke

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 02:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to comedian and writer Marcus Brigstocke (BBC’s ‘Live at the Apollo’, Radio 4’s ‘The Brig Society’ and ‘Giles Wemmbly Hogg Goes Off’) about living the life of Giles Wemmbly Hogg, having a TV show whilst still at university, and what it means to be called ‘a broadcaster’.

Marcus also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 8th August 2025.

You can find more of Marcus’s work and tickets for tour dates at https://www.offthekerb.com/artist/marcus-brigstocke/

Insta: @marcusbrigstocke

Listen to his podcast with Rachel Parris ‘How Was That For You’ wherever you get your podcasts.

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Croft & Pearce

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 02:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to comedy double-act Hannah Croft and Fiona Pearce AKA Croft & Pearce (Radio 4’s ‘The Croft & Pearce Show’, BBC’s ‘The Mash Report’) about village communities, being billed with musicians, and things they should never do again.

Hannah and Fiona also create a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to them by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 5th August 2024.

You can find more of Croft & Pearce's work at https://www.croftandpearce.com/

Insta: @croftpearce / @hannahcroftcomedy

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naïve

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Brona C. Titley

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 02:00:00 GMT

“Let’s Pod!”

Alex chats to writer and actor Brona C. Titley (writer on Tracey Ullman’s Show, Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway, Harry Hill’s Alien Fun Capsule) about musical knights, room etiquette, and lesbian nuns.

Brona also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 1st August 2025.

You can find more of Brona’s work at https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/brona_c_titley/

Insta: @bronactitley

Book tickets to ‘A Knight’s Tale: The Musical’ at https://aknightstalemusical.com/

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naïve

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Brendan Murphy

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 02:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Brendan Murphy (Buffy Revamped, Sonic The Hedgehog) about parodies, cloakrooms, and bleached blonde hair.

Brendan also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 28th July 2025.

Book Buffy Revamped tour dates at https://www.buffyrevamped.co.uk/

Insta: @notmurphy

Watch the 2016 Writer’s Room sketch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PJvD_GAIHw

Listen to Non-Censored wherever you get your podcasts

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Music by Naïve

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Róisín & Chiara

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 02:00:00 GMT

In his first 3-way video interview, Alex chats to the comedy duo Róisín & Chara (Channel 4’s ‘The Paddock’, BBC Three ‘Quickies’) about being 'serious' actresses, having the same star sign, and eating too many marshmallows.

Róisín & Chiara also create a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to them by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 23rd July 2025.

You can find more of Róisín & Chiara’s work at https://www.roisinandchiara.com/

Insta: @roisinandchiara

Watch their show ‘Back To Back’ on Next Up.

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Music by Naïve

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Alexis Dubus

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 02:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Alexis Dubus AKA Marcel Lucont (Comedy Central Live at the Comedy Store, Red Dwarf, The John Bishop Show) about star ratings, growing moustaches, and being pranked by Borat.

Alexis also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 21st July 2025.

You can find more of Alexis’s work at http://www.alexisdubus.com/

Insta & : @alexisdubuscomedy

Listen to Marcel Lucont’s Whine List at https://shows.acast.com/marcel-luconts-whine-list

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Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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James McNicholas

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 02:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to actor and writer James McNicholas (BBC’s ‘Horrible Histories’ and ‘Horrible Science’, host of X podcast) about Beasts, bards, ballads and boxing.

James also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 9th July 2025.

You can find more of James’s work at

Insta: @jmcnic & TikTok: @james_mcnicholas

Watch James’s Songologues at https://www.youtube.com/@jmcnik/shorts

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Kath Hughes

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 02:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to actor and 'sort-of writer' Kath Hughes (‘Inside No. 9’, 'After Life' and 'Don't Hug Me, I'm Scared') about being in two sketch groups, winning a joke book, and air traffic control.

Kath also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 7th July 2025.

You can find more about Kath’s work at https://www.pbjmanagement.co.uk/artists/kath-hughes

Insta: @kath_hughes

Find out more about Tarot at https://linktr.ee/tarotcomedy1

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Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Ed Jones

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 01:00:00 GMT

In the first in-person interview of this series, Alex chats to writer and performer Ed Jones (Radio 4’s ‘Crybabies Present…’, BBC’s ‘Not Going Out’, Channel 4’s ‘Mitchell & Webb Are Not Helping’) about group laughter, group dynamics and group sleeping arrangements.

Ed also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 4th July 2025.

Listen to Crybabies Presents on BBC Sounds…

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002gm52

Check out Ed’s character videos

Insta & TikTok: @edjonesuk

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naïve

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Rosalie Minnitt

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 01:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Rosalie Minnitt (BBC’s ‘How Are You? It’s Alan [Partridge] and 'Horrible Science') AKA Lady Clementine about having agency, assumptions, and anachronisms.

Rosalie also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 3rd July 2025.

You can find more of Rosalie’s work at… https://linktr.ee/rosalieminnitt

Insta: @rosalieminnitt

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naïve

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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John Kearns

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMT

Kicking off Series 5 in style as Alex chats to writer and performer John Kearns (Taskmaster, Top Coppers) about the story behind ‘Ball & Boe', how his solo act has been perceived by audiences, and leaving everything to chance.

John also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 1st July 2025.

You can see John in ‘Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas’ at Birmingham Rep

https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/whats-on/sherlock-holmes-and-the-12-days-of-christmas/

You can find more of John’s work here… https://www.johnkearnscomedy.co.uk/

Book tickets for his brand new 2026 tour ‘Tilting at Windmills’

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch

Music by Naïve

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Rufus Jones

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 01:00:35 GMT

Alex chats to actor and writer Rufus Jones (Disney+’s ‘Rivals’, Channel 4’s ‘Home’, ‘Stan and Ollie’) about Rutshire Couples, Dutch Elms, Cambridge Pantos, and Flying Circuses.

Rufus also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 17th March 2025.

Find out more of Rufus’s work at https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/rufus_jones/

Watch ‘Rivals’ on Disney+

Insta: @rufusjones1

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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David Quantick

Thu, 29 May 2025 01:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer David Quantick (‘The Day Today’, ‘Brass Eye’ and Radio 4’s ‘Whatever Happened to Baby Jane Austen’) about jobs, junkies and Jam.

David also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 25th February 2025.

Listen to The Old Fools wherever you get your podcasts.

Insta: @davidquantick / Bsky: @quantick.bsky.social

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Margaret Cabourn-Smith

Thu, 22 May 2025 01:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to actor, writer and podcaster Margaret Cabourn-Smith (Radio 4’s ‘John Finnemore’s Souvenir Programme’ and ‘The Penny Dreadfuls Presents…’, BBC’s ‘Miranda’) about Victorian oddities, dress fires, and wrapping rooms.

Margaret also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 24th February 2025.

Listen to Crushed wherever you get your podcasts

Insta: @crushedbymcs

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Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Jess Robinson

Thu, 15 May 2025 01:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer, performer and impressionist, Jess Robinson (Channel 4’s ‘The Last Leg’, Radio 4’s ‘Dead Ringers’) about voices little and mighty, returning to the Fringe after 4 years, and sneaking her Natalie Cassidy impression into almost every project.

Jess also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 17th February 2025.

You can find more of Jess’s work at https://www.jessrobinson.co.uk/

Get tickets to ‘Your Song’ July Previews https://sohotheatre.com/events/jess-robinson-your-song/

Book tickets to 'Your Song' at Edinburgh Fringe https://assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/903-jess-robinson-your-song

Insta: @jessrobinsonofficial

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Fergus Craig

Thu, 08 May 2025 01:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to actor and writer Fergus Craig (BBC’s ‘Martin Fishback’, Dave’s ‘Hoff The Record’) about acting tips, performing sketch comedy in Africa, and not walking from London to New Zealand.

Fergus also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 17th January 2025.

Watch Fergus’s videos on his YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@ferguscraig23 which includes ‘Walking From London To New Zealand’ and the ‘Martin Fishback’ Pilot.

Pre-Order 'Everybody in the Retirement Home Knows I'm a Murderer' from Waterstones

https://www.waterstones.com/book/everyone-in-my-retirement-home-thinks-i-killed-someone/fergus-craig/9781408734629

Insta: @drferguscraig

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Abandoman (AKA Rob Broderick)

Thu, 01 May 2025 01:00:00 GMT

Let’s pop the champagne! In this 50th Episode Spectacular, Alex chats to the writer/performer/rapper Rob Broderick AKA Abandoman about hip hop shows, putting trust in audiences, making up stories every day, and ‘Apology Nuggets’.

Rob also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 4th December 2024.

You can find more of Abandoman’s work at www.abandoman.com

Insta: @abandoman

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Nim Odedra

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:00:00 GMT

EPISODE 49 – NIM ODEDRA

Alex chats to actor and presenter Nim Odedra (SKY’s ‘The Makery’ & ‘SO Beano’, Audible’s ‘Green Wing: Resuscitated’) about crafting art, cutting hair, and creating a career from lies.

Nim also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 27th November 2024.

Note: A section of this episode had to be re-recorded because we lost the original footage so please excuse a sudden room-tone change.

You can find more of Nim’s work at https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/nimisha_odedra/

And on her socials @nimisha.odedra

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Greg Haiste

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 01:00:00 GMT

Alex chats in person to the multi faceted Greg Haiste (Fawlty Towers: The Play, BBC’s ‘Ghosts’ and ‘EastEnders’) about Basil Fawlty, Liam Gallagher and Guy Fawkes.

Greg also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 30th August 2024.

You can find more of Greg’s work here… https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/greg_haiste/

All socials: @greghaiste

Watch Haiste & Lawrence sketches (including Ken Loach's 'Star Wars') here… https://www.youtube.com/@HaisteandLawrence

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Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Alice Etches

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 01:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Alice Etches (‘Nevermind The Buzzcocks’, BBC Radio 4's 'The News Quiz', ITV's 'Celebrity Juice') about pitching ideas, pigeon diets, and procrastination.

Alice also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 27th August 2024.

You can find more of Alice’s work on her socials @aliceetches

Listen to Positive Soup! wherever you get your podcasts

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Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Christian Brighty

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:00:00 GMT

Alex chats in person to writer, performer and clown, Christian Brighty (BBC Radio 4’s ‘The Many Wrongs Of Lord Christian Brighty’) about playing with period drama, living in an old people’s home, and finding love via the Chilcott Report.

Christian also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 19th August 2024.

You can find more of Christian’s work on all socials: @brightybuoy

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Kerry Howard

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 02:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to actor and writer Kerry Howard (BBC’s ‘Him & Her’ & ‘Witless’) about playing stupid characters, being a ‘writer whore’, and keeping the hope alive.

Kerry also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 22nd July 2024.

You can find more of Kerry’s work here…

Insta: @TheKerryHoward

Both ‘Him & Her’ and ‘Witless’ are available to watch on iPlayer.

Listen to Kerry in ‘Ramon Fear’s Terror Tapes: Five Lashes of the Cane’ at ramonfear.com

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Lorna Rose Treen

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 02:00:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Lorna Rose Treen (BBC Radio 4’s ‘Time of the Week’) about producing ‘Women’s Hour’, clowning, selling out her first Edinburgh Fringe run in 3 days, and how her video about ‘Space Raiders’ is still enraging the internet.

Lorna also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 16th July 2024.

You can find more of Lorna’s work at… https://www.lornarosetreen.co.uk/

Insta: @instalorns

Listen to ‘Time Of The Week’ on BBC Sounds.

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naïve

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Gareth Gwynn

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 02:00:52 GMT

Alex borrows the recording equipment of and chats to writer and presenter Gareth Gwynn (BBC’s ‘Tourist Trap’, Radio 4’s ‘Champions of Pantheon’, ‘Ankle Tag’, ‘The Now Show’) about unfinished projects, making a show about Rik Mayall, Radio Wales, and the 2nd hand bookshops of Hay-On-Wye.

Gareth also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 20th June 2024.

You can find more of Gareth’s work at… https://www.garethgwynn.com/cv/

Tw: @garethgwynn / Insta: @garethgwynn / Bluesky: @garethgwynn.bsky.social

‘Rik Mayal: Panglobal Phenomenon’ and ‘Isn’t Finished’ are both available on BBC Sounds.

Listen to ‘I’m So Not Over It’ here… https://shows.acast.com/the-xennial-dome

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Rosie Holt

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 02:00:25 GMT

Alex chats to actor and comedian Rosie Holt (‘The Russell Howard Hour’, host of ‘Non-Censored’) about snap elections, ukeleles, and being briefly cancelled.

Rosie also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 11th June 2024.

You can find more of Rosie’s work at… https://www.rosieholt.co.uk/

T: @RosieisaHolt / I: @rosieisaholt

Rosie’s Book ‘Why We Were Right’ is available now… https://www.waterstones.com/book/why-we-were-right/rosie-holt/9781529924558

Listen to ‘Non-Censored’ here… https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/noncensored/id1627769057

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Jon Pointing

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 02:00:27 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Jon Pointing (C4’s ‘Big Boys’, ITV2’s ‘Plebs’) about first Fringe shows, filming in Bulgaria, and flammable corners.

Jon also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 8th May 2024.

You can find more of Jon’s work at https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/jon_pointing/

Tw: @JonPointing / Insta: @jonpointing

Watch ‘Big Boys’ on All4.

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Rachel Fairburn

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 02:00:13 GMT

Alex chats to comedian and writer Rachel Fairburn (BBC’s ‘Live at the Apollo’, ‘Comedy Central Live’, co-host of ‘All Killa No Filla’) about venturing into character comedy, intergenerational friendships, and trains.

Rachel also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 8th July 2024.

You can find more of Rachel’s work at… https://rachelfairburn.com/

Tw: @RachelFairburn / Insta: @rachelfairburn

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Lucy Farrett

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 02:00:23 GMT

‘Wot’s that when it’s at home?’

Alex chats to writer and performer Lucy Farrett (‘Lady Face’, ‘Sally4Ever’, ‘Beef & Dairy Network’) about iceburgs, Audrey Hepburn and finding your ‘voice fire’.

Lucy also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 15th May 2024.

Check out LadyFace Taster Tape here… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8azp7UHqlc&t=258s&pp=ygUMbHVjeSBmYXJyZXR0

Tw: @lucyfarrett / Insta: @lucyfarrett

Watch 50 Fringe Shows in 5 Minutes here… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oU9G1orfRCE&pp=ygUMbHVjeSBmYXJyZXR0

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Andy Riley (Part 2)

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 02:00:57 GMT

In second of this two-parter, Alex chats to Andy about screaming at horses, writing ‘Black Books’ and being let loose in a room full of latex.

Andy also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 2nd May 2024.

You can find more of Andy’s work here… https://misterandyriley.com/

Tw: @andyrileyish / Insta: @andyrileyish

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Andy Riley (Part 1)

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 02:00:13 GMT

In the first of this two-parter, Alex chats in person to writer, cartoonist and author Andy Riley (‘Seize Them’, ‘Black Books’, ‘The Tracey Ullman Show’, ‘The Book of Bunny Suicides’) about starting out young, taking advice from Sondheim, and the most high-powered meeting he (or perhaps any writer) has ever been in.

You can find more of Andy’s work here… https://misterandyriley.com/

Tw: @andyrileyish / Insta: @andyrileyish

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Laurence Rickard

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 01:00:57 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Laurence Rickard (BBC’s ‘Ghosts’, CBBC’s ‘Horrible Histories’, SKY’s ‘Yonderland’) about the origin of Them There, playing two ghosts at once, and naively writing 10 horses into a TV sketch.

Laurence also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 24th April 2024.

You can find more of Laurence’s work here… https://laurencerickard.com/

Tw: @lazbotron / Insta: @lazbotron

Watch the complete ‘Ghosts’ on BBC iPlayer

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Tom Basden

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 02:30:06 GMT

In our series finale, Alex chats to writer and actor Tom Basden (BBC’s ‘Here We Go’, Radio 4’s ‘Cowards’, ITV2’s ‘Plebs’) in his local cafe about his latest play adaptation, permutations of sketch shows, and writing a pandemic-based comedy.

Tom also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 26th September 2022.

Note: Please excuse the couple of moments where the mic cuts out and had to be swapped out for the back-up voice-note recording.

You can find more of Tom’s work here… https://www.tombasden.com/

Insta: @tom.basden

Book tickets to ‘Accidental Death of an Anarchist’ here… https://anarchistwestend.com/

Watch ‘Here We Go’ on iPlayer.

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Michelle Fahrenheim

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 02:30:40 GMT

MICHELLE FAHRENHEIM

Alex chats to writer and actor Michelle Fahrenheim (BBC ‘Quickies’, The Free Association) – in person and in her podcast debut - about short films, Ships and starring in the first Instagram sitcom.

Michelle also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 23rd August 2022.

You can find more of Michelle’s work here… https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleFahrenheim

Tw: @MFahrenheim / Insta: @michellefahrenheim

Watch The Undercover Recruiter on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/theundercoverrecruiter/?hl=en

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Music by Naive

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Chris & Jen Sugden

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 00:01:17 GMT

Alex chats to his first guest duo in the form of writing and performing married couple, Chris and Jen Sugden, about making Victoriocity, slogging away at the Fringe, and improvising murder mysteries.

Chris and Jen also create a character together on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to them by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 1st August 2022. Since the time of recording, release dates for projects discussed have shifted.

Listen to Victoriocity at… https://www.victoriocity.com/

Tw:/Insta: @jensugden Tw: @chrssgdn/ Insta: cmgsugden

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Steve McNeil

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 09:25:30 GMT

Alex chats to writer, performer and Royal Institution regular, Steve McNeil (‘Wi-Fi Wars’, ‘Go 8-Bit’) about getting your live show made for TV, combining videogames and live audiences, and understudying Rik Mayall.

Steve also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 15th July 2022.

You can find more of Steve’s work here… https://www.stevemcneil.co.uk/ Insta: @stevefromgo8bit

Keep track of ‘WiFi Wars’ tour dates here… https://www.wifiwars.co.uk/

Order Steve’s book ‘Hey! Listen!’ here… https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hey-Listen-journey-through-golden/dp/1472261364/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1536321414&sr=8-1

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Music by Naive

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Sooz Kempner

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 02:30:14 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Sooz Kempner (BBC’s ‘Doctor Who: Doomsday’) about the Royal Music Academy, Reply Guys, Richard Thomas, and retro videogames.

Sooz also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 13th July 2022.

You can find more of Sooz’s work here… https://www.soozkempner.co.uk/

Tw: @SoozUK / Insta: @soozkempner

Watch Sooz’s sketches and videos here… https://www.youtube.com/@SoozUK

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Music by Naive

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Terry Mynott

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 02:30:44 GMT

Alex chats to writer, actor and impressionist Terry Mynott (Channel 4’s ‘The Mimic’ and ‘VIP’, BBC’s ‘Motherland’) about honesty, honing an impression, and having his radio show shut down.

Terry also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 12th July 2022.

You can find more of Terry’s work at… https://linktr.ee/terrymynott

Tw: @terrymynott / Insta: @tmynott

Watch the honesty video we mentioned… https://www.instagram.com/reel/CemJs3ZlSKf/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

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Simon Kane

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 02:30:13 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Simon Kane (Radio 4’s ‘John Finnemore’s Souvenir Programme’ and ‘Timespanner’, BBC’s ‘Ghosts’) about Flying ants, Finnemore and Gilbert’s Fridge.

Simon also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 8th July 2022.

You can find more of Simon’s work at… https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/simon_kane/

Tw: / Insta: @slepkane

Listen to Series 9 of ‘Souvenir Programme’ on BBC Sounds… https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/b01mk97n

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Holly Hall

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 02:00:49 GMT

In the second in-person interview of this series, Alex chats to writer and performer Holly Hall (BBC New Comedy Award’s Digital Comedian of The Year) about creating her BBC pilot, reaching out to collaborators, and the Coventry ‘Covmandem’.

Holly also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 7th July 2022.

Check out Holly’s comedy at… https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7WqnWA-IisCGjW5WRalCzw

Tw: @_Holly_Hall / Insta: @hollyhallcomedian

Watch ‘When Podcasts Go Wrong’ here… https://www.comedy.co.uk/online/videos/21024/when-podcasts-go-wrong/

Watch ‘It’s What She Would Have Wanted’ on iPlayer.

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Music by Naive

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Lee Griffiths

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 01:00:56 GMT

In the first in-person interview of this series, Alex chats to writer and performer Lee Griffiths (Late Night Gimp Fight, C5’s ‘Impractical Jokers’) about wrecking balls, writing a sketch a day, and the Rebel Alliance.

Lee also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 6th July 2022.

You can find more of Lee’s work at… https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/lee_griffiths/

Tw: @Studlygriff

Watch Late Night Gimp Fight comedy at… http://www.latenightgimpfight.com/

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Georgia Pritchett

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 01:00:37 GMT

Alex chats to writer Georgia Pritchett (HBO’s ‘Succession’ and ‘Veep’, BBC’s ‘The Thick of It’) about being a writing chameleon, working on ‘Smack the Pony’, and making gravy with Armando Iannucci.

Georgia also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 30th June 2022.

Order Georgia’s autobiography ‘My Mess Is A Bit Of A Life’ here… https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571365920-my-mess-is-a-bit-of-a-life/

Watch ‘The Shrink Next Door’ on AppleTV.

Watch ‘Succession’ and ‘Veep’ on NowTV.

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Music by Naive

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Ruth Bratt

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 01:00:39 GMT

Alex chats to actor, writer and performer Ruth Bratt (BBC’s ‘People Just Do Nothing’, Radio 4’s ‘Trodd En Bratt’ and the Olivier Award-winning ‘Showstopper! The Improvised Musical) about Kurupt FM, the 50-Hour Improvathon and moving house during a pandemic.

Ruth also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 16th June 2022.

You can find more of Ruth’s work at… https://www.curtisbrown.co.uk/client/ruth-bratt

Tw: @ruthbratt / Insta: @brattbomb

Watch ‘People Just Do Nothing’ on BBC iPlayer.

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Music by Naive

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Andy Bobrow (Part 2)

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 23:01:29 GMT

In the second of this two-parter, Alex chats to Andy about writing on ‘Malcom in the Middle’, being a big part of Greendale Community College, and the Old Negro Space Programme.

Andy also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 4th June 2022.

Listen to ‘Tumbler’s Willy’ here… https://open.spotify.com/show/4dOqyWiBGONFiMxguIy3x9

Tw: @abobrow

Watch ‘Community’ on Netflix.

Watch ‘The Old Nego Space Programme’ here… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6xJzAYYrX8

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Andy Bobrow (Part 1)

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 01:30:42 GMT

In the first of this two-parter, Alex chats to American writer Andy Bobrow (‘Community’, ‘Brooklyn 99’, ‘The Last Man on Earth’) about The Groundlings, college zines and Tumbler’s Willy.

In second of this two-parter, Alex chats to Andy about writing on ‘Malcom in the Middle’, being a big part of Greendale Community College, and the Old Negro Space Programme.

Andy also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 4th June 2022.

Listen to ‘Tumbler’s Willy’ here… https://open.spotify.com/show/4dOqyWiBGONFiMxguIy3x9

Tw: @abobrow

Watch ‘Community’ on Netflix.

Watch ‘The Old Nego Space Programme’ here… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6xJzAYYrX8

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Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Alex Lowe

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 01:30:53 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Alex Lowe (Channel 4’s ‘Peter Kay’s Phoenix Nights’, BBC’s ‘The Peter Serafinowicz Show’) about palmistry, partnerships and end-of-the-pier characters.

Alex also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 28th May 2022.

You can find more of Alex’s work here… https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/alex_lowe/

Tw: @alexlowe51 / Insta: @baptisteclinton

Check out more ‘Clinton Baptiste’ here… https://www.clintonbaptiste.com/

Listen to ‘Angelos & Barry’ here… https://play.acast.com/s/allnewangelosandbarry

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Music by Naïve

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Joanna Neary

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 01:00:10 GMT

Alex chats to the ‘right honourable’ writer and performer Joanna Neary (BBC’s ‘Ideal’ and ‘Time Trumpet’) about her character work, her Fringe experiences, and why she is actually a wasp in a cardigan.

Joanna also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 25th May 2022.

You can find more of Joanna’s work here… https://linktr.ee/Joannaneary

Tw: @MsJoNeary / Insta: @wifeonearth

Listen to ‘Wife On Earth’ here… https://cosmicshambles.com/celia

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Tom Burgess

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 01:00:14 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Tom Burgess (CBBC’s ‘Blue Peter’, Radio 4’s ‘Newsjack’, ‘The Beef and Dairy Network’) about Mach Fest, old men in blazers and ties, and performing sketch comedy with egg on your face.

Tom also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 7th May 2022.

You can find more of Tom’s work here… https://tomburgesscomedy.co.uk/

Tw: @Tomb_Urges / Insta: @nottomburgess

Listen to ‘Into The Archives with Peter Flemming’ here… https://shows.acast.com/into-the-archives-with-peter-fleming

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Music by Naïve

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Dipak Patel

Wed, 11 May 2022 23:01:52 GMT

Alex chats to writer and director Dipak Patel (BBC Comedy) about his foray into comedy, working with actors, and wrestling.

Dipak also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 1st September 2021.

You can find more of Dipak’s work here… dipakpatel.com

Tw: @dipako / Insta: dipako85

Watch his sketches at… YouTube.com/dipako

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Ellie White

Wed, 04 May 2022 23:01:57 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Ellie White (BBC’s The Other One, C4’s The Windsors and Stath Let’s Flats) about Bristol, writing sketch for TV and quitting social media.

Ellie also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 31st August 2021.

You can find out more about Ellie’s work here… https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/ellie_white/

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Music by Naive

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Will Hartley

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 23:01:48 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Will Hartley (writer of ITV2’s ‘Zomboat’, star of CBBC’s ‘Fit’ and Radio 4’s ‘Strap In… It’s Clever Peter’) about agile pivots, dream factories and one-man Westerns.

Will also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 28th July 2021.

You can find more of Will’s work at… http://www.whartley.com

Insta: @hartleywjl

Listen to ‘John and Tony and Tony and John’ at… https://anchor.fm/johntonytonyjohn

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Music by Naïve

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Eleanor Morton

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 23:01:04 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Eleanor Morton (All Rather Mysterious, Weirdos Comedy) about lockdown videos, performing comedy on ice and the paranormal.

Eleanor also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 17th July 2021.

You can find more of Eleanor’s work at… https://eleanormortoncomedian.com/

Tw: @EleanorMorton / Insta: eleanormortoncomedy

Watch Eleanor’s shows on Next Up… https://nextupcomedy.com/eleanormorton/?fp_ref=loveeleanor

Listen to All Rather Mysterious at… https://play.acast.com/s/allrathermysterious

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Music by Naïve

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Will Sebag-Montefiore

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 23:01:23 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Will Sebag-Montefiore (BBC’s ‘Poldark’, ITV’s ‘Endeavour) about his sketch ventures with Just These Please, making online content, and fisting pies.

Will also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 10th July 2020.

You can find out more about Will at… Tw: @wsebag

Watch Just These Please sketches here… https://www.youtube.com/justtheseplease

Listen to Will’s podcast ‘Legitimate Likes’ here… https://shows.acast.com/legitimate-likes/episodes

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Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Briony Redman

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 23:01:34 GMT

Alex chats to writer, performer and improviser Briony Redman (The Free Association, BFI short Smear, Questing Time) about switching from law to comedy, improv marathons and Bjork.

Briony also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 9th July 2021.

You can find out more about Briony at… www.brionyredman.com

Check out Briony in Dungeons and Dragons comedy show Questing Time here… www.youtube.com/c/QuestingTime

@Questingtime

Visit The Free Association at… www.thefreeassociation.co.uk

@FAImprov

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

A Future Ghost Podcast

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Professor Elemental (aka Paul Alborough)

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 23:01:57 GMT

In the first in-person interview on the show, Alex chats to writer, performer and Victorian rapper/explorer Professor Elemental (Disney’s Phineas and Ferb and creator of YouTube viral sensation Cup of Brown Joy) about comedy and hip hop, rap workshops, strange gigs and making a career out of one character.

The man behind the Prof Paul Alborough also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 2nd July 2021.

You can find out more about Professor Elemental at… www.professorelemental.com

Twitter & Insta: prof_elemental

Visit his Patreon page at… https://www.patreon.com/professorelemental

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

A Future Ghost Podcast

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Kathryn Bond

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 00:01:17 GMT

Alex chats to actor, writer and performer Kathryn Bond (CBBC’s ‘Class Dismissed’, Amazon’s ‘Whitstable Pearl’ and Funny Women Comedy Writing Award Winner 2021) about clowns, characters and kid’s shows.

Kat also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 21st June 2021.

You can find out more about Kathryn at… https://www.kathrynbond.co.uk/new-page

Tw: @KathrynBond / Insta: @misskathrynbond

Watch Kat’s show ‘Loo Roll’ on Next Up… https://nextupcomedy.com/acts/rising/katbond/

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Joel Morris (Part 2)

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 00:01:00 GMT

In the second of this two-parter, Alex chats to Joel about live audience, finding character voices and working with Charlie Brooker.

Joel also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 18th June 2021.

Watch Cunk on Shakespeare here… https://youtu.be/9YeCpHoy9EQ

Tw: @gralefrit

Order The Incomplete Framley Examiner here… https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-incomplete-framley-examiner/the-editors/9781800180826

Listen to Joel and Jason’s Podcast ‘Rule of Three’ at… https://play.acast.com/s/ruleofthree

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Music by Naive

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Joel Morris (Part 1)

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 00:01:35 GMT

In the first of this two-parter, Alex chats to writer Joel Morris (BBC’s That Mitchell & Webb Look, SKY’s A Touch of Cloth and Radio 4’s Agendum) about writers’ rooms, Framley Examiner and bringing back the Ladybird Books.

Joel also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 18th June 2021.

Watch ‘Cunk on Shakespeare’ here… https://youtu.be/9YeCpHoy9EQ

Tw: @gralefrit

Order The Incomplete Framley Examiner here… https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-incomplete-framley-examiner/the-editors/9781800180826

Listen to Joel and Jason’s Podcast ‘Rule of Three’ at… https://play.acast.com/s/ruleofthree

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Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Fran Bushe

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 00:01:36 GMT

Alex chats to writer and author Fran Bushe (author of My Broken Vagina) about comedy courses, giant sketch props, and coming up with her smash-hit solo show, ‘Ad-Libido’. Vaj badge!

Fran also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 13th June 2021.

You can find out more about Fran at… http://franbushe.com/

Tw & Insta: @franbushe

You can order ‘My Broken Vagina’ here… https://www.waterstones.com/book/my-broken-vagina/fran-bushe/9781529347647

Watch Fran’s Channel 4 Blap here… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFrdGAkvXNo&list=PLbnU9iq6kGBE2g97dh-YD2D7Kih83P1GY&index=6

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Tom Neenan

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 00:01:09 GMT

Alex chats to writer and performer Tom Neenan (BBC’s The Mash Report, Radio 4’s The Hauntening and BBC Sounds’ Tom Neenan is Not All Men) about his sketch double-act with Nish Kumar, playing with structure, and building a Dalek in lockdown.

Tom also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 11th June 2021.

You can find more of Tom’s work here… www.tomneenan.com

Tw:@TNeenan

Listen to ‘Tom Neenan is Not All Men’ here… https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p07rn8fc

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naïve

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Kieran Hodgson

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 23:01:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer performer Kieran Hodgson (C4’s ‘How Europe Stole My Mum’, BBC’s ‘Jonathan Creek’ and ‘Siblings’) about being a jack of all trades, locking down in New Zealand and the many differing journeys of doing a one-man show.

Kieran also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 27th June 2020.

You can find more of Kieran’s work here… https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nnxTpP6T9ydgW1IP31BaA Tw: @KieranCHodgson

Buy him a Ko-Fi at… https://ko-fi.com/kieranhodgson

Watch his Channel 4 Blap ‘God’s Own Country’ here… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O90SjBBN0Hs

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Gemma Arrowsmith (Part 2)

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 23:02:00 GMT

In the second of this two-parter, Alex chats to writer, actor and script editor Gemma Arrowsmith (BBC’s ‘Tracey Ullman Show’, BBC Radio 4’s ‘Gemma Arrowsmith: Emergency Broadcast’) about satire and sketch, panels and planets, rejections and radio silence.

Gemma also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 20th June 2020.

You can find out more about Gemma at… http://gemmaarrowsmith.com/ Tw: @mmaarrow

Listen to Gemma’s Radio 4 special ‘Emergency Broadcast’ here… https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m000s171

Watch Sketches In My Flat here… https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7257EF7349D7EE5F

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Gemma Arrowsmith (Part 1)

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 23:01:00 GMT

In the first of this two-parter, Alex chats to writer, actor and script editor Gemma Arrowsmith (BBC’s ‘Tracey Ullman Show’, BBC Radio 4’s ‘Gemma Arrowsmith: Emergency Broadcast’) about online writers rooms, love of Sci-fi, and discovering comedy via Birmingham video shops.

In second of this two-parter, Alex chats to Gemma about satire and sketch, panels and planets, rejections and radio silence.

Gemma also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 20th June 2020.

You can find out more about Gemma at… http://gemmaarrowsmith.com/ Tw: @mmaarrow

Listen to Gemma’s Radio 4 special ‘Emergency Broadcast’ here… https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m000s171

Watch Sketches In My Flat here… https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7257EF7349D7EE5F

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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David Reed

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 23:01:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer performer David Reed (BBC Radio 4’s ‘The Penny Dreadfuls’, BBC’s ‘It’s Kevin’) about dispensable characters, the playfulness of sketch and the joy of watching serious actors be idiots.

David also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 13th June 2020.

You can find out more about David at… https://www.mrdavidreed.com/ Tw: @MrDavidReed

Listen to ‘Inside the Comedian’ here.. https://play.acast.com/s/insidethecomedian

Listen to ‘All Rather Mysterious’ here… https://play.acast.com/s/allrathermysterious

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Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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John Henry Falle aka The Storybeast

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 23:01:17 GMT

Alex chats to writer, performer and hairy wonder The Storybeast (‘Bill’, So Beano Comedy) about the best charity shops, the worst audiences and the English Wyrd.

John Henry also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 7th June 2020.

You can find out more about John Henry at… T

Twitter: @thestorybeast

Buy him a Ko-fi at … https://ko-fi.com/thestorybeast

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Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Susan Harrison

Wed, 26 May 2021 23:01:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer performer Susan Harrison (Showstoppers, CBBC’s ‘DNN’ and ‘Class Dismissed’) about Showstoppers Eurovision, critical characters, and playing a hedgehog on stage.

Susan also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 30th May 2020.

You can find out more about Susan at… https://susanharrisoncharacters.com/Tw: @SueHarrison123 / FB: https://www.facebook.com/SusanHarrisonComedy/ / Insta: @susanyeeha

Listen to Hayley and Ruth ‘Two Stars’ Podcast here… https://t.co/5YyIOHmtHy?amp=1

Check out her brand new YouTube sketch channel with Lucy Trodd here… https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCQ1Y8E3BkJ34JGFDsJJij7g?fbclid=IwAR0DDKa1Qx1q8XL_YJLIb2hTGwIdGQjkejtLA89TTYm08LUoqFeBYkxMaNU

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Steve Dawson (Part 2)

Wed, 19 May 2021 23:02:00 GMT

In second of this two-parter, Alex chats to writer and comedy highlord Steve Dawson (BBC’s ‘Walliams and Friends’, ITV’s ‘Saturday Night Takeaway’) about writing for children, creating idiocy for ‘Ant and Dec’ and making ‘The Peter Serafinowicz Show’.

Steve also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 23rd May 2020.

You can find out more about Steve at… http://www.dawsonbros.com/

Twitter: @SDawsonBros

Listen to the ‘Mind Canyon’ Podcast at… http://www.mindcanyon.uk/

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

A Great Big Owl Podcast (@greatbigowl)

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Steve Dawson (Part 1)

Wed, 19 May 2021 23:01:00 GMT

In the first of this two-parter, Alex chats to writer and comedy highlord Steve Dawson (BBC’s ‘Walliams and Friends’, ITV’s ‘Saturday Night Takeaway’) about the Dawson Bros, breaking down character traits and trying to write funny during a global crisis.

In second of this two-parter, Alex chats to Steve about writing for children, creating idiocy for ‘Ant and Dec’ and making ‘The Peter Serafinowicz Show’.

Steve also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 23rd May 2020.

You can find out more about Steve at… http://www.dawsonbros.com/

Twitter: @SDawsonBros

Listen to the ‘Mind Canyon’ Podcast at… http://www.mindcanyon.uk/

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Harrie Hayes

Wed, 12 May 2021 23:01:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer performer Harrie Hayes (BBC’s ‘Horrible Histories’ and ‘King Gary’, E4’s ‘Wasted’) about new lockdown skills, topical sketch comedy and going it alone in her first solo show.

Harrie also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 16th May 2020.

You can find out more about Harrie at…

Tw: @harriehayes

Instagram: harriehayes

Listen to the ‘Horrible Histories’ Podcast on BBC Sounds

For Zazu’s sketches search zazucomedy on YouTube

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

A Great Big Owl Podcast (@greatbigowl)

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Richard Soames

Wed, 05 May 2021 23:01:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer performer Richard Soames (BBC’s ‘Michael McIntyre’s Big Show’, Knightmare Live) about morality, improv, fatherhood and fish murder.

Richard also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 10th May 2020.

You can find out more about Richard at… http://richardsoames.com/

Tw: @richardsoames

Check out Richard in Dungeons and Dragons comedy show ‘Questing Time’ here… @QuestingTime

Watch his YouTube sketches here… https://www.youtube.com/user/richardsoames

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

A Great Big Owl Podcast (@greatbigowl)

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Anna Morris

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 23:01:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer performer Anna Morris (C4’s ‘Lee and Dean’, BBC Radio 4’s ‘Anna Morris: Kid-Life Crisis’) about going viral, audience interaction and her process when creating a character.

Anna also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 2nd May 2020.

You can find out more about Anna at… http://annamorris.co.uk/

Tw: @annamorriscomic

Listen to Anna’s Radio 4 special ‘Kid-Life Crisis’ here… https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000sq6m

Watch her YouTube sketches here… https://www.youtube.com/user/annamorriscomedy

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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Tom Crowley

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 23:01:00 GMT

Alex chats to writer performer Tom Crowley (‘The Royals’ on E!, BBC Radio 4’s ‘Ankle Tag’) about all things sketch - from Sad Faces to solo work to how online has changed the shape of this comedy sub-genre.

Tom also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’.

You can find more of Tom’s work here… http://crowleytom.com/

Tw, Insta, FB: @atomcrowley

Check out ‘Crowley Time With Me Tom Crowley’ here… crowleytime.com

Listen to ‘Wooden Overcoats’ here… https://www.woodenovercoats.com/

Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex Lynch (@AlexJRLynch)

This episode was recorded 25th April 2020.

Music by Naive

Artwork by Tom Crowley

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