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"Remember, you know nothing". Anne Edmonds reflects on finding comedy in her 30s, becoming a mum in her 40s, and how reveling in failure has shaped her worldview. Anne joins Wil fresh off the back of her first theatre ['Bloom' by Tom Gleisner] — she talks about the differences between that medium and stand-up and why she felt embarrassed rehearsing to nobody.  Follow Anne Edmonds: https://www.inst...

“Everything will disappear”. Dave ‘Thommo’ Thornton goes into the minutiae of his comedy process — from his writing process to the big-picture ideas that shape why he does it. Dave reflects on bully psychology, the loss of his dad at a young age, and how he handles a terrible gig. Follow Dave on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/dave_thorno/ Watch Dave on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC...

"No one cares" — Phil Wang. Before Phil Wang touches down for his Australian tour he chats to Wil about why breakfast cereal was invented (to stop wanking?), his approach to legacy, Malaysian roots, and why Taskmaster is nihilistic. See Phil live: https://www.philwang.co.uk/   Wilosophy Patreon, merch, and more: https://linktr.ee/TOFOP   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Eck is a stand-up comedian, screenwriter, and author whose comedy career predates even Wil's! He entered the world of film in, 'You Can't Stop the Murders' with fellow comedians, Akmal Saleh and Anthony Mir. He also teamed up with Mad Max's George Miller to co-write and direct the smash hit, 'Happy Feet 2.' Gary Eck talks about his experience getting into comedy, how he approaches writing and...

"Is it your story to tell?" — Mel Buttle. Mel Buttle is the Powderfinger of Australian comedians. She joins Wil to share how she manages her relatable mum character 'Lynn' and how the personal turned out to be universal. Also: the worst advice Mel's ever been given, becoming a mum, and the game-changing advice from friend and fellow comedian, Josh Thomas. Follow Mel on instagram: https://www.insta...

"Make decisions if they feel right, even if they don't feel easy” Globetrotting comedian, Laura Davis shares ideas about life’s most existential questions, including money, the outdoors, and giving up. Hear how Davis turned her experience of being trapped in New Zealand into an identity-defining moment, why she was disappointed when her audience didn’t walk out of a show, and the skill she wishes...

"Let go and go with the flow" — Adam Hills. Once and for all, Wilosophy proves that Adam Hills and Wil Anderson are not the same person. Adam shares his journey with Physical Disability Rugby League, including why he got involved and the life lessons it's taught him. The Last Leg host also wrestles with his various life philosophies, inspired by Dharma, reiki, and a camera operator from regional A...

"Be Kind" — Jimmy Pardo. Wil celebrates his 300th Wilosophy episode by paying tribute to his favouirte podcaster, Jimmy Pardo of the long-running, Never Not Funny. It's a show Wil describes as a sitcom, but also his favouirte piece of art. Jimmy explains his philosophy of 'giving joy' in his work, why he's a passionate fan of music (and the band Chicago), how he's watched his son grow up on the po...

"Justice, collectivism, and ideas of looking after people". Alexei Toliopoulos is obsessed with movies, loves documentaries and is the creator of hit podcast series such as Finding Drago, Finding Desperado and web-series Finding Yeezus. With Wil, he explains why he believes film is so important to culture, his philosophy behind having a positive outlook, and how he continues to connect with his mo...

"Commit to the bit." Scout Boxall is a stand up comedian who completely restarted their life after soul searching and trying to find out who they were. In 2018, Scout made it to the finals of RAW Comedy and in 2019, they won Best Emerging Artist at the Melbourne Fringe Festival with their show, 'Good Egg.' Scout chats about changing their life, graduating from clown school, and their approach to s...

“To each their own”. Brett Blake was a scallywag growing up in Perth but it almost became something much worse. An out-of-control party turned into a riot. Brett found himself in the middle of it and at the crossroads of a life-changing moment. He shares that story — and how ADHD and dyslexia have shaped his outlook. Plus: one of the craziest stunts ever attempted and why Blakey wishes he could ha...

"Everything is temporary". Melanie Bracewell is fiercely funny, above average in height, and she might be concussed. As well as finishing an intense netball training session, Melanie has recently performed at Montreal Comedy Festival. The Cheap Seats host explains how she conquered her shyness, how she became a Tumblr influencer, and why dirty jokes work so well in New Zealand. Watch Melanie in Th...

"Life is a glass half empty... but it's a glass of wine, I've had the other half, and I'm a little bit tipsy". There's more to Joel Creasey than his public persona. He thinks live news journalists are rock stars. He describes the influence of his theatre-loving, fast food owning, parents. Also, Joel chats comedy — find out the career-changing wisdom shared by Joan Rivers and why he loves to leave...

"Never lie". Sydney-based comedian, Ben Kochan goes deep into his love of comedy — including why he's drawn to the silly side and is happy wearing shorts on stage. Ben describes how his friends tried to talk him out of comedy, how he reconciles the financial side of joke-making, and why he's desperate to nail the perfect one-liner about revolving restaurants. Please follow Ben Kochan on Instagram...

Gen bloody Fricker. Whether you love her or adore her, you have to admit she's fricken funny. After escaping the competitive classical music scene, a friend introduces Gen to comedy. She quickly rises to become one of Australia's most exciting new voices. Now she's entered the second decade of her career, Gen reflects on some of the tragedies, sexism, and regrettable experiences she's been through...

"Everything has been figured out except how to live". Rwandan-born Aussie, Oliver Twist is a comedian with an incredible life story. On the eve of the release of his memoir, Twist joins Wil to share his perspective on comedy, including the challenge and opportunity it presents. Hear about 'the new sincerity' and why he chooses to think deeply and continually revisit complex issues such as displace...

"If I can hit 70%, I'll call it a win". 24 hours after he announced he was leaving triple j, broadcaster, Lewis Hobba joins Wil to share his story, including his unique path into the entertainment business, and why reframing standards made work much more enjoyable. Hear Lewis' new podcast, Silver Bullet: https://podfollow.com/1695518717   Patreon, merch, and more from the TOFOP universe: https://l...

“Keep chipping away". Lizzy Hoo is not afraid to shake up her life. As well as Mongolia, her adventurous spirit landed her in Sydney’s open mic scene where she learned her craft. The experience (which was sparked by a desire to become a better public speaker) led Lizzy to quit her corporate life and become a full-time writer and comedian. A discussion around ‘the power of showing up’ inspires Wil...

"Don't sweat the small stuff" — Liam Stapleton. Liam Stapleton's career has been fast — from fast pasta, to a fast exit during a dodgy comedy gig, to a fast rise via community radio in Adelaide. The 27-year-old describes the pressure and expectation that comes with taking over a radio show, most notably during his breakthrough spot on triple j breakfast where he copped a lot of abuse from listener...

Libbi Gorr is Australian broadcasting royalty who describes herself as a 'creative entrepreneur'. Her career has spanned comedy across television, and radio, and this week she helped launch a new digital radio venture, 'Disrupt'. Libbi explains the importance of family and why a strong work ethic and a comprehensive education became the bedrock of her success. Check out Disrupt Radio: https://www....

"Everything you care about requires time and attention — neither of those things can be half done" - James Colley Wil is joined by longtime collaborator and writer behind some of Australia's favourite TV shows including, The Weekly with Charlie Pickering, Gruen, and Question Everything. James Colley explains how he walked the narrow path between psychics and Australian Literature to find himself i...

"You have to be curious about the world and the people in it" — Cameron James. Cameron James is a comedian who by his own admission, has tried everything in comedy. He talks about growing up in Newcastle, taking his time to accept atheism and how his songs he wrote as a teenager became the foundation of his new show. Follow Cameron James on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamcameronjames   Fo...

"I always treat everything like I'm pumped for it" — Fortune Feimster. Before she touches down in Australia, FORTUNE joins Wil and tries to explain how she ended up in an action series starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. We also find out about Fortune's relationship with her mother and grandmother and how they influenced her career — including her stage name. See Fortune live in Australia: https://pre...

"You've got to have a thing"  — Yon. Simon Hall (AKA Yon) chats with Wil about his passion for musicals and specifically why he understands some people hate them. The Tripod also describes his catholic guilt and why he'd like to go 2000 years into the future. Check out Yon's new podcast Minuscule Musical: https://podfollow.com/1681200034     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"The greatest good for the greatest number" — Ray O'Leary. NZ comedian philosopher turned comedian Ray O'Leary explains why he wants to live forever.  Follow Ray on insta: https://www.instagram.com/rayolearycomedy/   See Wil live: https://comedy.com.au/tour/wil-anderson-2023/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.