thecomedynerd

Comedy in a Nutshell

Comedy EN ↓ 173 episodes

In this podcast I ask the big questions, What is comedy? Who is it, and why is it? To help me define the meaning of this broad term I’ve enlisted the help of comedians, performers, creators and promoters, as well as fans like myself, to discuss what comedy means to them.

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Episodes

149. Rachel Creeger 19.04.2026 1:00:37

In this episode I spoke with comedian Rachel Creeger who talked about a crossroads, a little poem, a lump of clay and 'nachas'. "Rachel Creeger: Queen of the Jews" at Edinburgh Fringe "Rachel Creeger: Ultimate Jewish Mother " at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @rachcreeger rachelcreeger.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell come...

148. John Robertson 12.04.2026 1:16:48

In this episode I spoke with comedian John Robertson who talked about a 5-year vendetta, a wall untouched, transparent video cases filed with offal and the Pagliacci game. "John Robertson: Excitable Boy" at Edinburgh Fringe "John Robertson's The Dark Room" at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @mr_dark_room YouTube robbotron www.thejohnrobertson.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd....

147. Andy Barr 05.04.2026 50:39

In this episode I spoke with comedian Andy Barr who talked about breaking the spell, a bag of wine, a benefit gig and being in step. Instagram @catballbag andybarrcomedy.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

146. Lara Ricote 29.03.2026 1:01:16

In this episode I spoke with comedian Lara Ricote who talked about filling a hole, a special relationship, watching women think and faffing. "Lara Ricote: Inkling" at Edinburgh Fringe Instagram @lararicote YouTube @lara.ricote lararicote.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

145. Bec Hill 23.03.2026 1:02:02

In this episode I spoke with comedian Bec Hill who talked about confidence, finishing high school all over again and becoming Neil Buchanan. Instagram @bechillcomedian YouTube @BecHillComedian bechillcomedian.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

144. Ali Brice 16.03.2026 58:08

In this episode I spoke with comedian Ali Brice who talked about fake glasses, finding your people, a wheelie bin and an experiment. Instagram @twicebricebrice alibrice.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

143. Tom Mayhew 09.03.2026 44:46

In this episode I spoke with comedian Tom Mayhew who talked about going back to bed, karaoke and knowing what to do with a stick. Instagram @tommayhewcomedy YouTube @TomMayhew tommayhew.co.uk The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

142. Cheryl Hurst 02.03.2026 48:19

In this episode I spoke with comedian Cheryl Hurst who talked about friendship, the title police and following the rules. Instagram @cherylhurstcomedy YouTube @cherylhurstcomedy The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

141. Ray O'Leary 23.02.2026 58:47

In this episode I spoke with comedian Ray O'Leary who talked about Pangea, a captive audience, Immanuel Kant and mattress protectors. Instagram @rayolearycomedy YouTube @rayolearycomedy The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

140. Kate Smurthwaite 16.02.2026 1:17:17

In this episode I spoke with comedian and activist Kate Smurthwaite who talked about where the chairs are, the Oasis effect, Fringe funding, the film game and a thermal lunchbox. Instagram @kate_smurthwaite YouTube @KateSmurthwaite www.katesmurthwaite.co.uk The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

139. Jordan Gray 09.02.2026 57:40

In this episode I spoke with comedian Jordan Gray who talked about groupies, grandad, a yogic stance, a man named Igor and Crimson-on-the-Nase. Instagram @talldarkfriend www.jordangraycomedy.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

138. Schalk Bezuidenhout 02.02.2026 54:56

In this episode I spoke with comedian Schalk Bezuidenhout who talked about an afternoon in a strip club, a sufficient level of fame, a terrible thing to say and The Office SA. Instagram @schalkiebez YouTube @schalkiebez schalkbezuidenhout.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

137. Siblings 26.01.2026 1:09:34

In this episode I spoke with character and sketch duo Siblings who talked about basking in the flop, the Glue Boys, what Alan Rickman said and a colander. Instagram @siblingscomedy siblingscomedy.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

136. Shalaka Kurup 19.01.2026 46:15

In this episode I spoke with comedian Shalaka Kurup who talked about a learning experience, the Roast Battle community, funny sounds and a cat error. Instagram @shalakakurup The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

135. Ian Stone 12.01.2026 48:59

In this episode I spoke with comedian Ian Stone who talked about 'Look at me' mode, watching Arsenal, a phone call from Paul Weller and fun. Instagram @ianstonecomedy www.ianstonecomedian.co.uk The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

134. Stuart Goldsmith 02.12.2025 51:49

In this episode I spoke with comedian Stuart Goldsmith who talked about The Comedian's Comedian, door-kicking, the holy grail and joy. Instagram @stuartgoldsmithcomedy www.stuartgoldsmith.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

133. Jojo Maberly 24.11.2025 48:16

In this episode I spoke with comedian Jojo Maberly who talked about being angsty as hell, a specific man and the loudest silence. Instagram @jojo_mahahaberly jojomaberly.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

132. Eoghan Collins 17.11.2025 47:52

In this episode I spoke with comedian Eoghan Collins who talked about the Irish accent, walking a tightrope, having fun and being a good boy. Instagram @eoghancollinscomedy The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

131. Becky Goodman 10.11.2025 57:38

In this episode I spoke with comedian Becky Goodman who talked about the New York comedy scene, the reality of tour support, being really stupid and the vulva. Instagram @beckygoodtimes beckygoodman.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

130. Amelia Hamilton 03.11.2025 58:34

In this episode I spoke with comedian Amelia Hamilton who talked about the duality of stand-up, feeling the heft, winning comedy and play. Instagram @ameliahamiltoncomedy ameliahamiltoncomedy.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

129. Katie Pritchard 27.10.2025 54:41

In this episode I spoke with comedian Katie Pritchard who talked about a violin graveyard, amazing little treats, really good lights and peanuts. Instagram @katiepritchards katiepritchard.co.uk The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

128. Adam Larter 20.10.2025 53:49

In this episode I spoke with comedian Adam Larter who talked about scruffy young urchins, not being that weird, pantomime and cardboard. Instagram @adamlarter , @weirdoscomedy adamlarter.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

127. Heidi Regan 12.10.2025 50:03

In this episode I spoke with comedian Heidi Regan who talked about film analysis, freaking out, a complete beam and not writing drama. Instagram @heidi_regan heidiregan.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

126. Caroline McEvoy 06.10.2025 53:40

In this episode I spoke with comedian Caroline McEvoy who talked about a lightening bolt moment, mad expeditions and someone else's kitten. Instagram @carolinemcevoycomedy comedybandits.com The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com

125. Laura Lexx 29.09.2025 56:05

In this episode I spoke with comedian Laura Lexx who talked about a little puzzle game, a background in comedy and a bit of blue. YouTube The Comedy Bureau Instagram @lexxlaura lauralexx.co.uk The Comedy Nerd Instagram @TheComedyNerd thecomedynerd.com Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell comedyinanutshell.podbean.com