John and Sam

John and Sam in Japan: The International Comedy Podcast

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John and Sam in Japan: The International Comedy Podcast brings you live stand up comedy, musical comedy, the news you may have missed from Japan and around the world, interviews with people from all walks of life, and much, much more. Comedians from all corners of the globe will showcase their stand up sets, improv comedy recorded live from around the world will set the podcast alight, and special guests will speak passionately about their areas of expertise. All this plus your hosts, John and Sam, who have been comedians for many years, friends for longer, and humans for longer than that

Author

John and Sam

Category

Comedy

Podcast website

www.johnandsaminjapan.com

Latest episode

Jun 30, 2026

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Episodes

The Sack 18.03.2022

John is thinking about moving house, but can't find a suitable place. The news story features some innovation on the sexual front and there is the return of The Movie Quotes Game, can Sam guess the movie? Plus, The Burning Question: What has been your worst ever hangover situation? In which, Sam outlines a typical Sunday morning in his house. .  A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John...

Teacup Storm 25.02.2022

John and Sam have both had somber weeks, but there were a few reasons to laugh. There is a news story about a step-mum who has enraged the internet. Culture Corner is back, Sam enlightens us all about the history of the word loo and listeners respond to the Burning Question: What was your worst ever hair style.  A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John Maurice and Sam O'Toole. They hav...

Not Oishii 11.02.2022

John missed a podcast recording, but actually had a good reason, Sam shows his skills at making sympathetic noises. There is a news story about a bad parent, which makes John and Sam feel better about themselves, plus Pants on Fire, where the pair try to fool each other with lies or truths based on their Christmas holiday. Yes you read that right, Christmas holiday chat in February.  A fun fi...

Bad Birthday 28.01.2022

Sam receives some less than stellar service and John presents his New Year's resolutions for 2022. There is a news story about a Russian man who is hard as nails, plus the Burning Question: What New Year's resolution would you make for someone else? A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John Maurice and Sam O'Toole. They have been comedians for years, friends for longer, and humans for longer...

Deja Four 13.01.2022

John and Sam present some never before heard bits, bloopers and highlights from 2021, yes there were some. Actually, it is not presented by John and Sam at all, they were too lazy to do that, so Matt Perkins took the reins. Ruben provides some jingles.  A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John Maurice and Sam O'Toole. They have been comedians for years, friends for longer, and humans f...

Jolly Jingle 17.12.2021

John delivers his Christmas song and, well, let's just say it's not what you're expecting. Sam has an admission to make which probably doesn't make him a criminal. Santa visits the podcast to bring some Christmas cheer, plus The Burning Question was What's been your biggest romantic failure? A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John Maurice and Sam O'Toole. They have been comedians for years...

Supermarket Minor Tour 26.11.2021

John details a romantic evening and Sam relays a satisfying encounter. There is a news story about a shopping trip. Plus, Sam gets creative and does a fairly dodgy impression. The Burning Question was What thing that you've done scared you the most? A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John Maurice and Sam O'Toole. They have been comedians for years, friends for longer, and humans for longer...

Family Favourites 12.11.2021

Sam besmirches John's "good" name. There is a news story about family favourites. Plus, the wives of John and Sam FINALLY get a chance to air their grievances, all thanks to encouragement from Ruben VM and his new jingle.  The Burning Question was What do you always/never do when you first meet people. A packed show! A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John Maurice and Sam O'Toole. The...

Rejection Reasons 29.10.2021

Sam has made an error and must apologise. John has upset his wife, he should apologise. There is a news story about bad first dates. The return of Pants on Fire, can Sam fool John? Plus, The Burning Question: How have you tried to impress a stranger? A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John Maurice and Sam O'Toole. They have been comedians for years, friends for longer, and humans for longe...

Awful Offspring 15.10.2021

John took a trip to A & E and cause was caught on camera. Sam isn't sympathetic, just wants the 'live' recording for the podcast. There is a news story about a mother daughter relationship with some issues. Plus a Top Tip and the return of The Burning Question: Who was the most disgusting person you've lived with? A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John Maurice and Sam O'Toole. They ha...

Blow Stopper 24.09.2021

John took his daughter to the football and she enjoyed it for all the wrong reasons. Sam explains a case of mistaken identity. There is a news story about the latest Ig Nobel Awards, featuring beard power and rhino safety. Plus a Top Tip and the return of The Movie Quotes Game. John is the question master, can Sam triumph and vanquish his old foe? A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John Ma...

Free Willy 10.09.2021

John has opinions about messy people, Sam needs parenting advice. There is a news story about someone looking for a bespoke service. Plus a Top Tip. The Burning Question is back: What thing, that a loved one has bought, has been the biggest waste of money? A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John Maurice and Sam O'Toole. They have been comedians for years, friends for longer, and humans for...

Aardvark Enough 27.08.2021

Sam shows off his musical talents and, it's fair to say, John is underwhelmed. There is a news story about taking on the animal kingdom. Plus the return of Pants On Fire, will Sam be fooled by John's camping story? School Days is back again as more listeners got in touch to answer the question: What is the worst thing a teacher has said or done? We asked you to keep it light and you (still) didn't...

Bad Babysitter 13.08.2021

John thinks he's a cool rally driver and Sam is caught hiding from his family. There is a news story about a bad babysitter. There is a clip from online free fringe show The Salmon of Knowledge with Pete and Bill. Plus the Burning Question (or is it?): What is the worst thing a teacher has said or done? We asked you to keep it light and you didn't. That's your fault! A fun filled comedy podca...

Famous For 30.07.2021

John says things he shouldn't and it's all Sam's fault. There is a news story about silly stereotypes. Sam creates a jingle live on the pod and John gives his verdict. Plus the Burning Question: What has been your best bluff? A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John Maurice and Sam O'Toole. They have been comedians for years, friends for longer, and humans for longer than that. You'd b...

Literally Crying Wolf 09.07.2021

Find out why Sam panicked big time and see if John was impressed or not. There is a news story about someone, not literally, crying wolf. And there is musical comedy with Ruben VM, he has some opinions on the Olympics. There are a bunch of answers to some burnt questions, during which a special guest makes and appearance.  A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John McBride and Sam O...

Mistaken Identity 11.06.2021

Sam has contact with an irate listener, who has reason to be irate. John has a theory on why he recognizes the face of everyone in York. Edgar Frank is in Culture Corner explaining the British tradition of seaside holidays.  There is a news story about a case of mistaken identity. John and Sam introduce their 2021 Anniversary Special , which is only available at their website . The Burning Qu...

Name Shame 28.05.2021

John tells about something that is somewhere it shouldn't be and Sam reveals what really terrifies kids. There is a news story about a, potentially, undesirable name, and Sam turns it in to a quiz. The Burning Question makes a return, which was "What strange parenting techniques did your parents (or do you) employ?" Plus a whole lot more. It is a fun ride with lots of laughs, get on board. A fun f...

Terrible Teachers 30.04.2021

Sam and John both complain about very minor injuries. There is a news story about a pair of terrible teachers and John and Sam follow up on some things they talked about in previous episodes, including uninvited guests, parenting techniques, and lamps. Plus a whole lot more. It is a fun ride with lots of laughs, get on board. A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John McBride and Sam O'Toole....

Ten Pound Pom 16.04.2021

John has a new best friend and Sam offers some advice on the situation. There is a news story about an unusual package. John introduces the movie quotes game, find out if Sam can triumph. Plus a whole lot more. It is a fun ride with lots of laughs, get on board. A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John McBride and Sam O'Toole. They have been comedians for years, friends for longer, and huma...

Lost Property 26.03.2021

John received a gift from a listener, which was 99% good intentions. Sam did not receive a gift from a listener and he isn't jealous at all.  There is a news story focusing on parenting techniques. John is in Culture Corner eulogizing about one of his passions and there is the Burning Question: What's the biggest mistake you've made when buying something on the internet?? It is a fun ride wit...

Picture Problem 12.03.2021

Sam stutters and stumbles as he tries to talk about something sexy and John airs grievances regarding his sister's present buying skills. There is a news story about a photo which caused some marital strife, and there is the Burning Question: What is the worst Valentine's Day (or White Day) experience you've had? It is a fun ride with lots of laughs, get on board. A fun filled comedy podcast, intr...

Winged Warriors 26.02.2021

Find out if John was happy with what he got for Valentine's day, hint: I don't think we'd be mentioning it if he was. Find out if Sam can clearly explain the points system for his Designated Survivor quiz. There is a news story about potentially murderous animals, the Burning Question: What have you started doing, then immediately regretted starting. It is a fun ride with lots of laughs, get on bo...

Nuu Way 12.02.2021

John thinks he is Bear Grylls, Sam is hiding presents, and there is a special feature with Joe and Casey from Ishikawa: Summit to Sea. There is a news story about delicious chocolate, some chat about Designated Survivor, and the Burning Question: What is the biggest lie you have told or been told? It is a fun ride with lots of laughs, get on board. A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John M...

Creepy Constraint 29.01.2021

Ruben VM has done what many thought was impossible and polished up John's musical turd. It is an amazing feat. Sam is in trouble for incorrect food placement, John introduces his goals for 2021, and in the news story there is creepy behaviour from, you guessed it, a man. It is a fun ride with lots of laughs, get on board. A fun filled comedy podcast, introduced by John McBride and Sam O'Toole. The...

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