Bon Mot Podcast

Due the unique way Acast has a character limit to make you feel like it is 1995 all over again, this episode is being released in two parts... If you are at, or will be attending the Edinburgh Fringe this year, then please do book tickets for the following guests it has been my privilege to interview over the years. Please note, several artists are delivering multiple shows, so do make sure you bo...

This week I talk with Richard Pulsford on the joys of being a Promoter, a brief history of Heckling and the outrage that the Scottish Tourist Board have yet to give him a travel show. * If you're at Ed Fringe, do not miss his show: The Short Joke Teller Returns . * Nor his comedy History show: It Just So Happened . * And in-between shows buy his book to read: The Punball Wizard . * For more inform...

In this episode I talk with Dave Fulton about how persistence literally pays, filming a feature film and motorbikes being good for your mental health. * For more information head over to his website . * Buy and enjoy his dark comedic feature Bad Time5 . * Buy his new book Blue Dress . * Follow him on BlueSky . * And indeed on Instagram . * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

This week I am talking with Bilal Zafar about how Eurovision used to be better, the overuse of emotion and his success at being a live stream Football Manager. * You can watch a lot of his work via his Youtube Site . * Watch him on his hugely successful Twitch Stream . * Listen to his podcast Got A Problem, Mate . * Support his work via Patreon . * Follow him on Instagram . * And indeed on BlueSky...

This week I am talking with Thom Tuck about how to make a show as difficult as possible, supporting others and the skills behind successful improvisation. * If you're going to Edinburgh Fringe do not miss his show: Scaramouche Jones . * Then get yourself along to: The Alternative Comedy Memorial Society . * And before, or indeed after, you can continue to enjoy the ACMS . * Immerse yourself in the...

This week I am talking with Alex Stringer while we discuss if all our Mum's are great, how some sports are just odd and being honest about who you are. * If you're going to the Ediinburgh Fringe, do book tickets for her show: Happy Hour . * Do not miss the lineup at the Frog & Bucket, Manchester with: Femmes & Thems . * Make sure you follow her on: Instagram . * And on: BlueSky . * Hosted...

This week I am talking to Mitch Benn (& Dr. Cathy Gardner) about evil Simons, having the same work ethic as Taylor Swift and the joy in others succeeding. * You can find out lots more about him on his website . * Book tickets to see his show at Edinburgh Fringe: The Lehrer Effect . * Subscribe to his podcast We Know A Song About That, Don't We . * Find out about all of his music on BandCamp ....

As we move unavoidably onto Series 4 (or Season if you like to get things wrong) I find myself dealing more with Agents. * A huge thank you for all who have already reviewed the show and given it 5 stars. * But could I ask if you enjoy these you now do the same and help prove how popular it is. * Don't do it for me (although yes, obviously, do it for me) - do it for who 5 stars may also help deliv...

This week I talk with Joz Norris about the lost art of the water gong, strength in collaboration and creating your own personal chronicle. * For much of his many creations, do visit his website . * And do go see his show You Wait. Time Passes. at the Edinburgh Fringe . * In the meantime, why not get involved with the creativity that is Eggbox . * And if you want to collaborate, then get in touch ....

This week I am talking with Catie Wilkins about making bullying a conversation, always be writing and how you should be an idiot when you're young... or old. * You can find out lots more on her website . * And if you're heading to the Edinburgh Fringe, do go see her show We'll See . * Also do buy her award winning Children's Books . * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I talk with Barry Castagnola about getting yourself out there, missing the marmalade gravy train but having the skin of a baby eel. * Do make sure you go see Barry on tour with Greg Davies while you can, many sold out shows already. * And if you'd like to learn more about all of his creativity, head over to his website . * Then make sure you watch the incredible film he co-produced, ReAw...

On this episode I talk with Sam Michael about cherishing the moment, his daughter possibly being the world's youngest standup and his show as The World's Oldest Man. * Do check out the things he has created and buy tickets to see his first Edinburgh Fringe Show . * Discover more of his work on YouTube . * Follow him on Instagram . * Or BlueSky . * And why not listen to his Podcast . * Hosted on Ac...

On this episode I talk with Robin Ince about must read books for men, writing the history of photos and finally discovering who you are and being very happy about it. * Do check out the most of the things he has created and buy tickets to see him via his website . * And discover even more of his work on the Cosmic Shambles Network . * Follow him on BlueSky . * Help fund all the amazing free things...

On this episode I talk with Mike Bubbins about how bad experiences make the future better, the huge influence of teachers and why Orion is so important to him. * Do make sure you watch his TV show Mammoth before the new series comes out. * Follow him on Instagram . * And you can catch up with him via podcast on the Socially Distant Sports Bar . * Or the Unexplainers Rebirth . * Or even Demon Seed...

A brief tribute to the comedic wonder that was Tony Slattery. * Find out more about Tony on his website . * You can enjoy his podcast Tony Slattery's Rambling Club . * Watch him in The Cellar Tapes . * Find other tributes and his work in such places as Youtube . * And, if you can, please donate to his funeral fund as his death was unplanned. Thank you. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

On this episode I talk with Alice Fraser about proportion, tea, art is a necessity and her Mother's banjo. * You can follow her on BlueSky . * And visit her website . * But of course, you should buy her book . * And before or after reading the book, definitely go to her upcoming show . * And absolutely sign up to her Patreon . * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A brief tribute to the powerful soul that was Janey Godley. * You can delve into her work, interests and creations via her website . * Or purchase an intimate book about her life Handstands In the Dark . * And, for now, a range of her other work in her Shop . * Watch a BBC documentary (via iPlayer) on her complex life: Janey . * Or you can view a lot of her work on Youtube . * Hosted on Acast. See...

On this episode I talk with Jo Caulfield about being successfully foolhardy, how classic books can be funny and surprising alternatives to money as payment. * You can follow her on BlueSky . * And visit her website . * But of course, you should buy her book . * And definitely go to her shows . * And absolutely watch her brand new comedy special ' Here Comes Trouble' being released by  Nextupc...

On this episode I talk with Will Sebag-Montefiore about his favourite (and indeed Wedding) Song , making dodgy cat videos and learning from nightly shows on Cruise Ships. * You can follow him on Twitter (it will always be Twitter). * Or Instagram . * Find out more about the sketch group he is part of: Just These Please . * Listen to this podcast Legitimate Likes . * And absolutely subscribe then w...

On this episode I talk with Matt Green about finally being ready after a hugely extensive career, how brilliant Victoria Wood was and indeed is and where (oh where) is The Day Today today? * You can follow him on Twitter (it will always be Twitter). * Find out lots more via his website . * Watch lots of his video's satirical and otherwise . * And absolutely watch his Sold Out 2024 Tour: Matt Green...

After an amazing show at Edinburgh Fringe 2024 (and despite forgetting to book an actual tour) the indomitable Nerine Skinner has kindly returned to discuss her experience at the Fringe, lessons learned and what the future may hold. * If you want to know more, and you should, here . * You can still catch the last of this highly rated show if you book now . * And remember there is a lot more than L...

On this special episode I talk with Nerine Skinner about preparing for Edinburgh Fringe. Is she ready, is the show ready, can you ever be ready? * If you'll be at Ed Fringe buy tickets now . * You can follow Nerine on Twitter (it will always be Twitter). * Or head over to the website . * Or indeed her well-subscribed YouTube channel . * And for much more why not book to see Nerine in one of her up...

On this episode I talk with Raul Kohli about sacrifice, success and how nice it is to have an Office Life for one month a year. * You can follow him on Twitter (it will always be Twitter). * Find out lots more via his website . * Or listen to his podcast on finding Hinduism via BBC Sounds . * And if for some unfathomable reason you enjoy football, then BBC Sounds . * Or watch: All My Heroes are De...

On this episode I talk with Lucy Trodd about having faith in yourself, improvisation and the incredible achievement of her Olivier Award winning show running for 15 years . * You can follow Lucy on Twitter (it will always be Twitter). * You can find out lots more via her website . * Such as if you want to learn the skills needed for improvisation . * But also her new Folkestone Improv Theatre (and...

On this episode I talk with Susan Harrison about good improvisation and how it will outlive AI (possibly), not being average and the joy of auditioning. * You can follow Susan on Twitter (it will always be Twitter). * Or via the more modern and flashy Instagram . * Watch the videos she has created and her work with Lucy Trodd . * Listen to her podcast , or in NonCensored , Victoriocity or Beef&amp...