Rich Fulcher's Talkbox

Rob J Madin — creator of Brett Domino and frontman of The Brett Domino Trio — joins Rich Fulcher on TalkBox to kick off 2026 with musical comedy chaos. They talk: Why Sheffield keeps producing world-class creative weirdos The Almighty Algorithm and the exhausting business of staying visible online FulchFest , where Rich and Rob first met Angry Oasis fans , satire, parody, and when the internet mis...

To kick off 2026, Rich Fulcher looks back at the first year of TalkBox — revisiting classic moments, recurring themes, and some of the most memorable conversations from the podcast so far. Featuring highlights with guests including Mike Fielding, Dave Brown, Sam Campbell, Lucy Pearman, Elf Lyons, Heidi Regan and more. A celebration of creativity, comedy, chaos and connection — and a look ahead to...

Rich is joined by comedian, clown and theatre-maker Elf Lyons. They talk about Elfonomics — Elf’s podcast with her economist dad — covering price mechanisms, AI and money, getting nude in works of art, Rich’s own on-stage experiences, improv game flashbacks, and a surprising conversation about egg donation and space exploration. A fast, funny and genuinely curious episode. Elf’s show Horses is cur...

For the TalkBox Christmas special, Rich is joined by Michael (Naboo) Fielding . They talk about wearing Santa hats, Mike’s year living in Australia, classic Mighty Boosh stories, and his deep interest in ghosts, protective prayers and the paranormal. Mike also shares details about his upcoming paranormal investigation project. A festive, funny, and nostalgic end-of-year episode. Early access episo...

Rich sits down with Indian stand-up star Prashasti Singh for a wide-ranging, funny and insightful chat. They talk about Hindi comedy’s rise, Prashasti’s journey through Comicstaan, navigating empowerment narratives, writing rules in comedy, and why cheesy potatoes deserve respect. Prashasti is performing at Soho Theatre this week. Tickets and info: https://sohotheatre.com/events/prashasti-singh-di...

This week on TalkBox , Rich is joined by the brilliantly sharp and beautifully chaotic Larry Dean — and it’s instant pandemonium. They cover it all from Plane toilets and the moral anxiety of using them, Free Masons , free things, and who actually gets the perks and Catholic guilt, and an iconic accidental mishearing. It’s one of the fastest, loosest, funniest episodes of the pod. Larry absolutely...

Rich is joined this week by the excellent comedian and writer Heidi Regan. They talk about audience reactions to her “time-travel” style monologue sketches, her shift from writing to stand-up, reviewing both the best and worst shark films, and Heidi’s theory about why Keanu Reeves is viewed as a modern-day saint. Plus plenty more. Follow Heidi on Instagram: @heidi_regan Early access episodes and e...

This week Rich chats with rising Irish comic Roger O’Sullivan — fresh from a Best Newcomer nomination at the Edinburgh Fringe and shortlisted for the Sean Lock Channel 4 Award. They get into growing up in Cork, moving to London just before lockdown, Fringe cancellations, and why Roger identifies spiritually with Bugs Bunny. It’s a funny, sharp, warm conversation with one of the most exciting new v...

This week Rich chats with comedian Lewis Garnham about his early days in Adelaide, his various pre-comedy jobs (including being a dish pig), and the move from Australia to London. Rich also educates Lewis on the original Lewis of “Lewis and Clark,” and they discuss Lewis’s plan for a world tour in 2027. 🎟 Lewis’s Show – Nov 20 @ Top Secret Comedy Club 👉 https://shorturl.at/XKkDC For other shows (...

This week, Rich is joined by mystery author and former barrister Victoria Dowd for an episode full of twists, laughs, and literary tangents. They discuss Agatha Christie’s “meddlesome” brilliance, Victoria’s criminal law days, the mysterious creepiness of lakes, accidental crossovers in her book series, and the power of good editors. Plus, we’re launching our brand-new Talk Box merch in this episo...

Rich Fulcher is joined by the brilliant Elouise Eftos — actor, comedian, and self-proclaimed sexiest guest to ever grace the Talk Box — for a joyfully chaotic chat about confidence, comedy and creative life. They cover everything from growing up in provincial Perth to Elouise’s high-status on-stage persona that makes her heckle-proof , what her dream role at the London Dungeon might look like, and...

Comedian and writer Alison Spittle joins Rich Fulcher for a brilliantly funny and unfiltered chat — from funeral smoking vows and weird OnlyFans requests to mackerel-packed lunches and life on tour. It’s classic Talk Box : silly, sharp, and surprisingly wholesome. In this episode: Smoking again for family funerals?! Smelly lunches and the touring hustle Comedy and uncomfortable requests The charm...

Magician and comedian Pete Heat joins Rich Fulcher for a magically chaotic episode of Talk Box ! From the world of street magic to comedy clubs, Pete shares how he blends humour and illusion — with stories about Siegfried & Roy, the blurred line between magic and witchcraft, and life performing in New York. In this episode: I Do Jokes Now — magician turns comedian Siegfried & Roy and the d...

Comedian, musician, and writer Dave Hill joins Rich Fulcher for a loose, funny, and slightly surreal chat about life, music, and the weirdest corners of comedy. They talk about Rotterdam socks, massage myths, tinnitus, and “Sweetie Baby.” It’s part chaos, part therapy, and full of laughs as two old friends catch up and realise they might actually be the same person. 🎟️ See Dave Hill live: https://...

Comedian, writer, and all-around sharp mind Gary Gulman joins Rich Fulcher for a beautifully funny and heartfelt chat. They talk about: Starting out in comedy and the open mic circuit Comparing comedy greats like Garry Shandling and Jerry Seinfeld Honesty and mental health in stand-up Gary’s new show Grandiloquent , on at Soho Theatre until October 11th And why “you gotta go to Ruffles” It’s a fun...

Rich Fulcher welcomes the brilliantly funny Lucy Pearman to Talk Box ! They tumble through surreal stories, showbiz pressure, and pills that definitely weren’t in their packets as they discuss: Harry Hill’s sausage (yes, really) Turning into a werewolf onstage The mystery of loose pills Lucy’s origin story as Egg Girl Getting left behind in Spain Early access episodes and extras available via the...

Rich Fulcher is joined by stand-up and viral reels sensation Ali Woods for Episode 19 of Talk Box . They dive into comedy, dodgy gigs, and nipple cams as they cover: How Covid kick-started Ali’s comedy reels and led to his success The recording of his stand-up special “At The Moment” (go watch it!) A classic Rich nipple cam question… What Seinfeld shows us about comedy success and staying relevant...

Rich Fulcher sits down with the poet-philosopher of comedy, Rob Auton , for Episode 18 of Talk Box . It’s equal parts brain crevices and tomato knives as they explore: Rob’s new workout routine with Joe Wicks Strange crevices in your brain (don’t poke them) The curious power of the tomato knife Shocking gigs that scar and inspire Rob’s brand-new nationwide tour It’s Rob Auton at his most reflectiv...

Rich welcomes Rhys Thomas — comedy writer, producer, and Lucy Montgomery’s other half — for Episode 17 of Talk Box . Things get personal (and occasionally contagious) as they cover: Rhys’s bout of impetigo and the infamous line: “You cannot touch me” Why he hates remakes … and sports Growing up with a Welsh teacher dad How he got his big break in TV comedy And the surreal tale of the 1% Club … at...

Rich Fulcher is joined by the brilliant chaos machine that is Sam Campbell for Episode 16 of Talk Box . Things go sideways (fast) as they cover: Why Sam thinks Talk Box is “too dirty” The delicate art of product placement Sam’s unforgettable first kiss His surreal President of Ireland story Plus, why Sam secretly works harder than anyone realizes It’s a mix of nonsense, heart, and classic Sam — yo...

This week, Rich is joined by the brilliantly deadpan Ray Badran , who’s bringing his new show King of the Table to the Edinburgh Fringe. In this ep: 🚰 Ray is off liquids for reasons… 🍝 Why The Sopranos makes great pre-gig TV 🎤 Stand-up on different continents 👋 His awkward first meeting with Rich 👑 The royal origins of King of the Table 🥄 Table politics, passive aggression & mysterious c...

This week, Rich sits down with the mighty Jessica Fostekew , who’s bringing her latest show Iconic Breath to just half the Edinburgh Fringe this year — so get in while you can. In this ep: 🧠 How Jess measures creative readiness (spoiler: not 100%) 🎭 The mental load of promotion 🧊 Fridges and metaphorical tolerance 🐀 What happens when you stick a rat under your pillow 😤 A show about rage, brea...

This week, Rich welcomes the brilliantly chaotic Pedro Leandro — comedian, hula-hoop wielder, and creator of Soft Animal , now at Edinburgh Fringe 2025. They talk: Pedro’s experience coming out — and Rich's own version of “coming out” to his parents… as a comedian Why some show ideas make you sick (literally) The terror of Zip Zap Boing A fly that stole the spotlight Queer performance, weird obses...

Rich is joined by the wonderfully chaotic Bebe Cave , who turned up rain-drenched and ready to talk about her bold new solo show, CHRISTBRIDE — heading to Edinburgh Fringe. They cover: How showing up soaking wet sets the tone Her unique and unfiltered approach to storytelling Building a show that might get her banned Fringe nerves, sausage rolls, and softcore Ren Fair obsession Theatre as emotiona...

James Trickey joins Rich for a cracking Talk Box chat — covering rent, risk, and the chaos of comedy careers. They get into: Saying "Edinburgh" like a local (or trying to) James’s Fringe show Don’t Count On Me Ditching traditional paths for stand-up Family reactions — and a heckle from his own dad Rich’s own career U-turns and shared comic chaos Witty, grounded, and all too relatable if you’ve eve...