On the Mic

Alex has funny bones. He grew out of a thriving Bristol comedy scene, and in 2023 was nominated for the Best of Brighton Fringe Comedy Award for his debut show. This is his origin story. We also talk about his Edinburgh Fringe show, Alex Kitson: Must I Paint You a Picture? Presented by Martin Walker https://www.onthemic.co.uk/

Mustafa Algiyadi is a comedian whose career spans stand up comedy, improvisation and, after pursuing a PhD in mathematics, Artificial Intelligence. Alongside English, he performs in Arabic, Italian, and German. This is his origin story We also talk about his show, Mustafa Algiyada: Almost Legal Alien. Presented by Martin Walker. https://www.onthemic.co.uk/

Comedian, author and anaesthetist, Ed Patrick, balances the stress of being a stand up with the even greater stress of being a junior doctor. This is his origin story. We also talk about his Edinburgh Fringe doings, including a reprise of his popular show, 'Catch Your Breath' and a short series of live recordings of his popular podcast, 'Comedians' Surgery'. Image by Chris Cox. Presented by Martin...

Will Owen is a stand up comedian with an obsession. He’s a reality TV cognoscenti; a professional watcher and he can name every single winner of Strictly, The X Factor, The Masked Singer and I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here.   This is his origin story. We also talk about his Edinburgh Fringe show, Will Owen: Like, Nobody’s Watching. Presented by Martin Walker https://www.onthemic.co.uk/

The Olivier Award-winning West End hit ‘Showstopper! The Improvised Musical’ is back at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe for a 15th year. Cast members Pippa Evans and Dylan Emery share their origin stories. https://www.onthemic.co.uk/  

Olaf Falafel is an author, illustrator and a stand up comedian. His stupidly named comedy shows are hugely popular with critics and audiences alike. This is his origin story. We also talk about his Edinburgh Fringe show for adults, 'Olaf Falafel: Has Anyone Ever Actually Woven A Sigourney?' and his kid's show, 'Olaf Falafel’s Stupidest Super Stupid Show So Far'. Presented by Martin Walker. https:/...

How did a young women who hated stand up become a stand up comedian? And, why does ass mean so much in today’s society? Introducing Chelsea Birkby. This is her Origin Story. We also talk about her Edinburgh Fringe show, Chelsea Birkby: This is Life, Cheeky Cheeky Image by Esme Buxton. Presented by Martin Walker. https://www.onthemic.co.uk

Nerine Skinner does the very best Liz Truss impression that we’ve seen.  As part of The Dots she had huge success on Britain’s Got Talent (ITV), reaching the Semi-Finals in 2022. Most recently Nerine came runner up in the prestigious Funny Women Content Creator Award 2023. One, as they say, to watch. This is her Origin Story. We also talk about her Edinburgh Fringe show, Nerine Skinner: The Exorci...

Alex is a stand-up comedian who mixes smart political material with self-deprecation and observations.  This is his Origin Story. We also talk about his Edinburgh Fringe show, Alex Kealy: The Fear. Image by Edward Moore. Presented by Martin Walker https://www.onthemic.co.uk