60 acast.com Backstage at The Gaffe https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe en The Gaffe Comedy Club Funny,Behind-The-Scenes,Arts Industry,Conversation,Casual,Comedy,Theatre,Performance,Entertainment,Specialist Insight,Takes,Perspectives The Gaffe Comedy Club Do you love comedy? Backstage at The Gaffe spotlights Bristol’s only dedicated comedy venue: The Gaffe. Join CEO Harry Allmark and Head of Studio Jacob Burley as they share their experiences behind the scenes of this bold new comedy club. It’s not all business though, as our hosts can’t help joking around a bit themselves. Each episode focuses on a different aspect of the comedy creative process and naturally wanders off topic from time to time… Expect insights, anecdotes, and riffs galore!


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About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.



About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.



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]]> Do you love comedy? Backstage at The Gaffe spotlights Bristol’s only dedicated comedy venue: The Gaffe. Join CEO Harry Allmark and Head of Studio Jacob Burley as they share their experiences behind the scenes of this bold new comedy club. It’s not all business though, as our hosts can’t help joking around a bit themselves. Each episode focuses on a different aspect of the comedy creative process and naturally wanders off topic from time to time… Expect insights, anecdotes, and riffs galore!


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com



About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.



About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.



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]]> true The Gaffe Comedy Club info+686be6a38d2a216e1219383c@mg-eu.acast.com 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c backstage-at-the-gaffe episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/686be6a38d2a216e1219383c/1752070862253-917ce073-df16-4a01-bd62-986097664834.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe Backstage at The Gaffe <![CDATA[Ep. 15 | That's Dolmio]]> Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT 32:39 68f2840c888566c5b09d1fcb false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/ep-15-thats-dolmio 68f2840c888566c5b09d1fcb 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c ep-15-thats-dolmio With America nigh, Harry and Jacob go delirious after recording several pods within a week. full 1 15 Let us know in the comments if you enjoyed how wacky and bit-ridden this chaotic episode has been. Lots of love!


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About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Let us know in the comments if you enjoyed how wacky and bit-ridden this chaotic episode has been. Lots of love!


You can watch this whole podcast on The Gaffe's YouTube channel.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> <![CDATA[Ep. 14 | Magic Mirrors & Cookie Monsters]]> Tue, 21 Oct 2025 23:00:00 GMT 27:41 68f2709580f266774004081c false https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/ep-14-magic-mirrors-cookie-monsters 68f2709580f266774004081c 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c ep-14-magic-mirrors-cookie-monsters Harry is confronted with a series of late-night voice notes from Jacob. full 1 14 Harry is confronted with a series of late-night voice notes from Jacob. They also discuss Aunty Donna's unconventional approach to writing material.


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About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Harry is confronted with a series of late-night voice notes from Jacob. They also discuss Aunty Donna's unconventional approach to writing material.


You can watch this whole podcast on The Gaffe's YouTube channel.


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About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Ep. 13 | Scouse Santa Ep. 13 | Scouse Santa Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:24:48 GMT 31:35 68f0c7ae2c8b779d1dea40f0 true https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/ep-13-scouse-santa 68f0c7ae2c8b779d1dea40f0 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c ep-13-scouse-santa In the first of a trilogy of contrite episodes, Jacob scolds Harry for using AI to generate conversation starters and we take it from there. full 1 13 Jacob makes a confession about his approach to stand-up in the before times, prompting Harry to examine what went wrong with his infamous rendition of a popular festive character. We also hear about a rabbit that lived in a chicken coop.


You can watch this whole podcast on The Gaffe's YouTube channel.


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About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Jacob makes a confession about his approach to stand-up in the before times, prompting Harry to examine what went wrong with his infamous rendition of a popular festive character. We also hear about a rabbit that lived in a chicken coop.


You can watch this whole podcast on The Gaffe's YouTube channel.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Ep. 12 | The Wizarding World Ep. 12 | The Wizarding World Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:16:11 GMT 49:48 68e8f8bed798804c9e3b743c true https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/ep-12-the-wizarding-world 68e8f8bed798804c9e3b743c 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c ep-12-the-wizarding-world full 1 12 Harry delivers some blisteringly hot takes on everyone's favourite magic franchise, whilst Jacob regales some tales of retail therapy. Plus, the pair workshop a way to rev up the comedy community in Bristol.


You can watch this whole podcast on The Gaffe's YouTube channel.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Harry delivers some blisteringly hot takes on everyone's favourite magic franchise, whilst Jacob regales some tales of retail therapy. Plus, the pair workshop a way to rev up the comedy community in Bristol.


You can watch this whole podcast on The Gaffe's YouTube channel.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


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]]> Ep. 11 | Sausage Ep. 11 | Sausage Wed, 01 Oct 2025 10:13:25 GMT 1:00:12 68dcfe78d5c8a1f9b34ee30e true https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/ep-11-sausage 68dcfe78d5c8a1f9b34ee30e 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c ep-11-sausage Fancy a bit of memory lane? Harry and Jacob hark back to some of their comedy origins. full 1 11 After a couple visit The Gaffe on a first date, and decide to stick around, Harry and Jacob look back to the start of their relationships with comedy. Harry also takes the opportunity to educate Jacob about modern dating.


You can watch this whole podcast on The Gaffe's YouTube channel.


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About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> After a couple visit The Gaffe on a first date, and decide to stick around, Harry and Jacob look back to the start of their relationships with comedy. Harry also takes the opportunity to educate Jacob about modern dating.


You can watch this whole podcast on The Gaffe's YouTube channel.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Ep. 10 | Go Outdoors Ep. 10 | Go Outdoors Wed, 24 Sep 2025 14:33:47 GMT 58:47 68d3ff61d5de959dc42b6423 true https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/ep-10-go-outdoors 68d3ff61d5de959dc42b6423 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c ep-10-go-outdoors Harry and Jacob return to The Gaffe with a billion stories from their road trip camping holiday. full 1 10 After an impromptu camping road trip through the Scottish highlands, Harry and Jacob return to The Gaffe to tell tales of adventure, plus what they'd do if Harry died, and a house viewing gone atrociously wrong.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> After an impromptu camping road trip through the Scottish highlands, Harry and Jacob return to The Gaffe to tell tales of adventure, plus what they'd do if Harry died, and a house viewing gone atrociously wrong.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Ep. 9 | The Lucky Thirteen Ep. 9 | The Lucky Thirteen Wed, 17 Sep 2025 17:01:27 GMT 50:31 68cae9670f8ecbdab5e3ff2f true https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/ep-9-the-lucky-thirteen 68cae9670f8ecbdab5e3ff2f 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c ep-9-the-lucky-thirteen Harry and Jacob celebrate six months of The Gaffe before they embark on fateful voyages North... will they survive? full 1 9 Gaffe-y birthday! Harry and Jacob celebrate six months of The Gaffe before enjoying a well-earned Summer break. Expect school's out vibes in this medley of topics including pirates, sing-alongs, and some sage advice delivered by Harry's Mum.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Gaffe-y birthday! Harry and Jacob celebrate six months of The Gaffe before enjoying a well-earned Summer break. Expect school's out vibes in this medley of topics including pirates, sing-alongs, and some sage advice delivered by Harry's Mum.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> <![CDATA[Ep. 8 | Bears & Googling]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2025 17:19:13 GMT 53:53 68c1b31205de5daa229f0a75 true https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/ep-8-bears-googling 68c1b31205de5daa229f0a75 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c ep-8-bears-googling Harry and Jacob consider the best environments for creativity and accidentally replicate one in which they talk about bears so much. full 1 8 Harry and Jacob rumble their way through topics including Noah's Ark, the Second World War, the Gallagher brothers, CBS's Late Night cancellation, bad gigs, and the Brighton Komedia... Just give it a listen.


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About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Harry and Jacob rumble their way through topics including Noah's Ark, the Second World War, the Gallagher brothers, CBS's Late Night cancellation, bad gigs, and the Brighton Komedia... Just give it a listen.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Ep. 7 | Sending Harry to Tokyo Ep. 7 | Sending Harry to Tokyo Tue, 02 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMT 54:55 68b71b60093397eb05e0a350 true https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/ep-7-seventh-episode 68b71b60093397eb05e0a350 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c ep-7-seventh-episode We’re back! After a brief post-fringe break Harry and Jacob return with more pre-fringe recorded material. full 1 7 Harry and Jacob dive into the importance of tech and theatre technicians in comedy, which celebrity they’d spend a week with, and a plea to send Harry to Tokyo.


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About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Harry and Jacob dive into the importance of tech and theatre technicians in comedy, which celebrity they’d spend a week with, and a plea to send Harry to Tokyo.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Ep. 6 | The Finished Product Ep. 6 | The Finished Product Sun, 17 Aug 2025 12:48:43 GMT 48:15 68763dc2c32bf359c07173cc true https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/ep-6-the-finished-product 68763dc2c32bf359c07173cc 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c ep-6-the-finished-product What happens when a piece of comedy is finished? How will you know? Harry and Jacob tackle the finished product, be it a comedy special, a club routine, or a podcast that is starting to pop. full 1 6 Harry and Jacob take a look at what a finished piece of comedy looks like, if it can exist at all. In a philosophical breakdown of the creative process (uh, right?), they talk about examples of finished products in comedy and why it’s important to round off one project so you can jump into another. Yeah!


What’s more, they discuss commercialising comedy, phase two of the podcast, and the concept of pure giggles.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Harry and Jacob take a look at what a finished piece of comedy looks like, if it can exist at all. In a philosophical breakdown of the creative process (uh, right?), they talk about examples of finished products in comedy and why it’s important to round off one project so you can jump into another. Yeah!


What’s more, they discuss commercialising comedy, phase two of the podcast, and the concept of pure giggles.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Ep. 5 | Festivals Ep. 5 | Festivals Tue, 05 Aug 2025 23:00:00 GMT 52:19 68763da701becb6b318b272c true https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/ep-5-festivals 68763da701becb6b318b272c 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c ep-5-festivals With Harry about to depart for the Edinburgh Fringe, it’s time for a festival focus. What is the role of festivals in the comedy calendar? The pair draw on their experience of Fringe’s past to explore the rollicking lifestyle of a comic at the Fringe. full 1 5 It’s August, and that can mean only one thing in the comedy world. The Edinburgh Fringe is upon us and the UK witnesses a comedy exodus up to Scotland for a month. With Harry soon to depart, the pair explore the role that comedy festivals, principally Edinburgh, play in the comedy ecosystem. They also examine the lifestyle of punters and comics at festivals, and how to make the most of your time there.


That's not all: Harry reminisces fringes past and Jacob's tolerance of warmup games finally runs out.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> It’s August, and that can mean only one thing in the comedy world. The Edinburgh Fringe is upon us and the UK witnesses a comedy exodus up to Scotland for a month. With Harry soon to depart, the pair explore the role that comedy festivals, principally Edinburgh, play in the comedy ecosystem. They also examine the lifestyle of punters and comics at festivals, and how to make the most of your time there.


That's not all: Harry reminisces fringes past and Jacob's tolerance of warmup games finally runs out.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


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]]> Ep. 4 | Formats Ep. 4 | Formats Tue, 29 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT 55:14 68763d82fe5375abd4776d99 true https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/ep-4-formats-competitions 68763d82fe5375abd4776d99 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c ep-4-formats-competitions How can a comedy club jazz up it’s portfolio? Format shows add a little chaos into the mix, throwing comedians together into unique setups and game show scenarios. Ft. Flirting, morgue musicals, and HRH Henry VIII. full 1 4 Where did shows like Taskmaster and Kill Tony come from? Harry and Jacob explore the heady heights and terrible lows of the format show. Comedians are thrown together in variety nights, bizarre scenarios, and manic game shows to cause chaos in front of a live audience. What format shows are on at The Gaffe, what do they offer a venue, and where can we expand on them in the future?


Plus, Harry goes into the art of the roast and the pair workshop a brand new themed character and format live, with a royal twist.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

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]]> Where did shows like Taskmaster and Kill Tony come from? Harry and Jacob explore the heady heights and terrible lows of the format show. Comedians are thrown together in variety nights, bizarre scenarios, and manic game shows to cause chaos in front of a live audience. What format shows are on at The Gaffe, what do they offer a venue, and where can we expand on them in the future?


Plus, Harry goes into the art of the roast and the pair workshop a brand new themed character and format live, with a royal twist.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


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]]> BONUS Guest Ep Ft. Amelia Hamilton BONUS Guest Ep Ft. Amelia Hamilton Fri, 25 Jul 2025 10:21:05 GMT 46:56 68835a91e0a86cc3abf7855f true https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/bonus-guest-ep-ft-amelia-hamilton 68835a91e0a86cc3abf7855f 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c bonus-guest-ep-ft-amelia-hamilton Time for a BONUS GUEST EPISODE! We’re joined by comedy rapper Amelia Hamilton, before her much anticipated debut Fringe hour ‘Forget Me Not’. Ft. Thongs, comedy albums, and titan submersibles. bonus BONUS GUEST EPISODE FT. AMELIA HAMILTON


Ready to meet a friend of the pod? In this bonus guest episode, comedy rapper Amelia Hamilton joins Harry and Jacob to chat about her Fringe debut hour ‘Forget Me Not’, and the work that goes into creating a stand-up/rap hybrid show.


Amelia shares her journey in building her unique comic identity whilst also updating us on the Coldplay CEO scandal. Harry plugs Kurupt FM and Jacob accidentally teases Spinal Tap II (the trailer came out today…)


Find Amelia on Instagram, and on her website. Book tickets to 'Forget Me Not' in Edinburgh.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


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]]> BONUS GUEST EPISODE FT. AMELIA HAMILTON


Ready to meet a friend of the pod? In this bonus guest episode, comedy rapper Amelia Hamilton joins Harry and Jacob to chat about her Fringe debut hour ‘Forget Me Not’, and the work that goes into creating a stand-up/rap hybrid show.


Amelia shares her journey in building her unique comic identity whilst also updating us on the Coldplay CEO scandal. Harry plugs Kurupt FM and Jacob accidentally teases Spinal Tap II (the trailer came out today…)


Find Amelia on Instagram, and on her website. Book tickets to 'Forget Me Not' in Edinburgh.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


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]]> Ep. 3 | Clips Ep. 3 | Clips Tue, 22 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT 52:06 68763d69c32bf359c0716585 true https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/ep-3-clips 68763d69c32bf359c0716585 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c ep-3-clips Comics are reaching global audiences by posting clips from their shows on social media. But is everything as straightforward as it seems? Jacob produces many of Harry and The Gaffe’s social content, so together dive into the world of stand-up clips. full 1 3 How do you succeed as a comedian in the digital age? Online marketing is massive for both comics and comedy venues nowadays, for drumming up a following and getting people to attend your shows. As Jacob produces a lot of clips which feature Harry and help to promote the club, he’s well placed to explore the world of digital comedy and what goes on behind crafting the perfect reel.


In a move that can only end well, Harry has entered The Gaffe into the Bristol Soapbox Racing Derby. Jacob attempts to artificially generate a viral moment.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


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]]> How do you succeed as a comedian in the digital age? Online marketing is massive for both comics and comedy venues nowadays, for drumming up a following and getting people to attend your shows. As Jacob produces a lot of clips which feature Harry and help to promote the club, he’s well placed to explore the world of digital comedy and what goes on behind crafting the perfect reel.


In a move that can only end well, Harry has entered The Gaffe into the Bristol Soapbox Racing Derby. Jacob attempts to artificially generate a viral moment.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


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]]> Ep. 1 | WIPs Ep. 1 | WIPs Tue, 15 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT 49:44 686d358e8778efbd1abfecbc true https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/ep-1-wips 686d358e8778efbd1abfecbc 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c ep-1-wips Welcome to Backstage at The Gaffe! Harry and Jacob tackle WIPs, or work-in-progress shows, and their importance for both comics and promoters in the comedy calendar. full 1 1 In this debut episode, Harry and Jacob get stuck into their first comedy topic: WIPS, or work-in-progress shows. What does the lifespan of a WIP look like for a comedian? Why are they an important part of the comedy calendar? Did Harry’s recent WIP go well?


Jacob’s buzzing after a recent football result went his way, and shares some insights into how Yorkshire reacts to a sonic boom. Meanwhile, Harry workshops his survival plan for the first day of a hypothetical zombie apocalypse.


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


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]]> In this debut episode, Harry and Jacob get stuck into their first comedy topic: WIPS, or work-in-progress shows. What does the lifespan of a WIP look like for a comedian? Why are they an important part of the comedy calendar? Did Harry’s recent WIP go well?


Jacob’s buzzing after a recent football result went his way, and shares some insights into how Yorkshire reacts to a sonic boom. Meanwhile, Harry workshops his survival plan for the first day of a hypothetical zombie apocalypse.


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


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]]> Ep. 2 | Tight Fives Ep. 2 | Tight Fives Tue, 15 Jul 2025 23:00:00 GMT 47:53 68762ffe01becb6b31865c39 true https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/ep-2-tight-fives 68762ffe01becb6b31865c39 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c ep-2-tight-fives Harry’s been working on his club set recently, so he and Jacob delve into ‘Tight 5s’. They examine Harry’s experience as an MC compared to writing a dedicated routine, and where he wants to take his act. full 1 2 What does it take to put together five minutes of quality stand-up material? Harry and Jacob’s second topic covers the club set, or tight five, that is the bread-and-butter of most stand up comedians. Having recently been working on his routine, Harry gives insights into the writing and honing process that goes into creating a bulletproof, and authentic, five minutes of stand-up.


The pair also provide a bit of context as to their roles at The Gaffe Comedy Club, and what they are working on currently to improve the club in these early months.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


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]]> What does it take to put together five minutes of quality stand-up material? Harry and Jacob’s second topic covers the club set, or tight five, that is the bread-and-butter of most stand up comedians. Having recently been working on his routine, Harry gives insights into the writing and honing process that goes into creating a bulletproof, and authentic, five minutes of stand-up.


The pair also provide a bit of context as to their roles at The Gaffe Comedy Club, and what they are working on currently to improve the club in these early months.


Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


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]]> Backstage at The Gaffe | Coming Soon Backstage at The Gaffe | Coming Soon Wed, 09 Jul 2025 14:06:54 GMT 1:20 686e777fea74e132fb254178 true https://shows.acast.com/backstage-at-the-gaffe/episodes/backstage-at-the-gaffe-coming-soon 686e777fea74e132fb254178 686be6a38d2a216e1219383c backstage-at-the-gaffe-coming-soon Listen to our new BTS comedy podcast. Launching 16th July. trailer 1 Do you love comedy? Ever wanted to know what goes into running a comedy club? Join Harry Allmark and Jacob Burley for weekly behind the scenes of Bristol’s only dedicated comedy venue: The Gaffe. Expect insights, anecdotes, and riffs galore!


First episodes launch July 16th on your podcast app and YouTube.


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


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]]> Do you love comedy? Ever wanted to know what goes into running a comedy club? Join Harry Allmark and Jacob Burley for weekly behind the scenes of Bristol’s only dedicated comedy venue: The Gaffe. Expect insights, anecdotes, and riffs galore!


First episodes launch July 16th on your podcast app and YouTube.


About Harry

Harry Allmark is the founder of The Gaffe Comedy Club in Bristol. An accomplished comedian and improviser, Harry is an Edinburgh Fringe regular and frequent MC. He balances his time managing a comedy club with lively stand-up performances and off-the-wall creative pursuits, making him the perfect host for a comedy podcast about the comedy industry.


About Jacob

Jacob Burley is Head of Studio at The Gaffe Comedy Club. Following a stint in live comedy, Jacob established himself in the media production and broadcast industries. Alongside being an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and presenter, he co-hosts and produces ‘Backstage at The Gaffe’ with longtime collaborator Harry Allmark.

Fancy seeing a show? Find out more: www.thegaffecomedyclub.com


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