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We decided to outsource the writing of these bios to Chatbot GPT, a terrifying step towards a dystopian future. Here’s what they (?) had to say about Patti:
Patti Harrison is an American comedian and actor, known for her unique brand of humor and her advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. She was born on June 27, 1991, in the United States, and began her career as a comedian in the early 2010s. Harrison’s comedic style is characterized by her sharp wit, deadpan delivery, and willingness to tackle sensitive and controversial topics such as gender and sexuality. She has performed at numerous comedy festivals, including the New York Comedy Festival and the Just for Laughs Festival, and has been a regular performer on late-night talk shows such as “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and “Full Frontal with Samantha Bee.” In addition to her stand-up comedy work, Harrison has also appeared in several television shows and films, and has been recognized as one of the most promising comedians of her generation. She is also a prominent advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, and uses her platform to raise awareness and promote equality for all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Right, looks like Chatbot needs a sleep. The last three bios it wrote have been pretty much the same. I suppose even Chatbots get tired.
I’ve loved Patti Harrison ever since I saw the song she wrote for Dua Lipa. I thought she stole the show in every sketch she was in in I Think You Should Leave. She’s only been over to the UK a few times so make sure you take this opportunity to catch one of American Comedy’s rising stars.
We decided to outsource the writing of these bios to Chatbot GPT, a terrifying step towards a dystopian future. Here’s what they (?) had to say about Seann:
Seann Walsh is a British comedian and actor, known for his observational comedy and distinctive stage presence. He was born on July 2, 1985, in England, and began his career as a stand-up comedian in the early 2000s. Walsh’s comedic style is characterized by his sharp wit, sarcasm, and ability to find humor in everyday situations. He has performed at numerous comedy festivals, including the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, and has been a regular performer on British television shows such as “Live at the Apollo” and “Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow.” In addition to his stand-up comedy work, Walsh has also appeared in several British television shows and films, and has released several comedy albums. He has been recognized as one of the top comedians in the UK, and continues to tour extensively throughout the country and internationally.
OK, at this point Chatbot has got into a bit of a rut… if you check the bio of Paul Foot this is eerily similar. It also misses what Seann is most famous for. That’s right! That he shot his last two specials at the Bill Murray!
I don’t think I’m being biased when I say they were probably two of the finest things he’s done, dealing with the fallout of celebrity culture and with mental health, and having an interesting family. He’s also a great guest on podcasts and panels, and always looks like he’s having the most fun in the room.
We decided to outsource the writing of these bios to Chatbot GPT, a terrifying step towards a dystopian future. Here’s what they (?) had to say about Paul:
Paul Foot is a British comedian and writer, known for his unconventional and offbeat comedic style. He was born on July 8, 1973, in England, and began his career as a stand-up comedian in the 1990s. Foot’s comedic style is characterized by his use of absurd humor, quirky characters, and elaborate storytelling, which has earned him a cult following and critical acclaim. He has performed at numerous comedy festivals, including the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, and has been a regular performer on British television shows such as “Never Mind the Buzzcocks” and “Have I Got News for You.” In addition to his stand-up comedy work, Foot has also written for various British comedy shows and has released several comedy albums.
Chatbot hasn’t got better about not making stuff up – although I would like to live in a world in which he was a regular performer on “Have I Got News For You”. Paul’s inimitable style is a genuine treat and it’s always a real pleasure to see what’s happening inside his brain. If you haven’t seen him, grab some tickets and become a member of his Guild of Connoisseurs
6:30pm on Monday 24th June 2024 - The Bill Murray, London
We decided to outsource the writing of these bios to Chatbot GPT, a terrifying step towards a dystopian future. Here’s what they (?) had to say about Jordan:
Jordan Brookes is a dynamic and unconventional stand-up comedian who has taken the comedy scene by storm. Known for his unconventional and unpredictable stage presence, Brookes’ style has earned him a reputation as one of the most exciting comedians to watch.
Brookes honed his craft at the esteemed Liverpool School of Stand-Up, before making his mark with his first solo show at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. He has since gone on to perform at top comedy clubs around the UK and internationally.
Jordan’s unique brand of comedy, which often explores the absurd and the ridiculous, has won him critical acclaim and a growing fanbase. He has been described as “a unique voice in comedy” and “a must-see performer”. He has been nominated for several awards, including the Edinburgh Comedy Award, and his performances regularly sell out.
When he’s not performing, Jordan can be found writing for television, radio and the stage, and his work has been featured on BBC Radio 4, BBC Three and BBC Four. He’s a true comedic talent and one to watch out for in the coming years.
I’m starting to realise that just for yucks the chatpot chucks in at least one lie, but hopefully we won’t be sued by the esteemed Liverpool School of Stand-Up. It also seems to miss out, for example, that he actually won the Edinburgh Comedy Award.
Most importantly, it misses out that watching Jordan is an experience like nothing else, that his dalliances with nihilism and existential despair have no reason to be as funny as he makes them. If you haven’t seen him yet then prepare yourself for a long, strange trip, but one that you’ll want to take again and again.
We decided to outsource the writing of these bios to Chatbot GPT, a terrifying step towards a dystopian future. Here’s what they (?) had to say about Frank:
Frank Skinner is a British comedian, writer, and television presenter. Born in the West Midlands in 1957, Frank Skinner began his career as a stand-up comedian in the 1980s, performing in the comedy clubs of Birmingham and London.
He quickly rose to prominence, winning the 1991 Perrier Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and has since established himself as one of the most successful comedians in the UK. Frank has written and performed a number of highly-acclaimed comedy shows, including “Frank Skinner’s Opinionated” and “Room 101”. He’s a regular on British TV, hosting and appearing on various shows, including his own chat show “Frank Skinner’s Saturday Morning”.
Aside from his comedy career, Frank is also a talented writer, having published two best-selling memoirs and contributed to a number of magazines and newspapers. He’s a big music fan, and has hosted several music-themed TV shows, including “Frank Skinner’s Unplanned” and “Frank Skinner’s Opinionated”. He’s also released a number of albums, including “Frank Skinner Live” and “Frank Skinner on the Road”.
With his quick wit, clever writing, and unique style, Frank Skinner continues to be one of the most beloved and respected comedians in the UK. Whether he’s performing live, writing a book, or appearing on television, Frank’s infectious personality and humorous outlook on life never fail to bring a smile to the faces of his fans.
Hmmm. The Chatbot has once again made a few errors here, and once again, unless I’m very much mistaken, just made a few things up.
Still, one thing it is right about is that he never disappoints, indeed, I’ve seen him bring a smile to the faces of people who aren’t his fans! You would be forgiven for thinking that such a national icon would be blunted after all these years at the top, but his bit about millionaire shortbread was one of my favourites and he’s still just as sharp as ever. We’re always super happy to have him down and we’re sure you’ll be just as excited to see him.
We decided to outsource the writing of these bios to Chatbot GPT, a terrifying step towards a dystopian future. Here’s what they (?) had to say about Daniel:
Daniel Kitson is a British comedian, writer and actor renowned for his innovative and poignant stand-up comedy. He first rose to prominence in the early 2000s with his critically acclaimed shows, which often combined storytelling with observational humor.
With a career spanning over two decades, Daniel has become a revered figure in the world of comedy, performing at major venues across the UK and internationally. He is known for his signature style of storytelling, which seamlessly blends comedy and drama to create a unique and captivating performance.
In addition to his stand-up work, Daniel has also acted in several television shows and films, including the BBC series “The Trip” and the feature film “What We Did on Our Holiday.” He has also written extensively for the stage, penning several one-man shows that have received critical acclaim and sold-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Despite his success, Daniel remains a humble and grounded performer, always striving to push the boundaries of his art and continue to innovate. He continues to tour and perform around the world, earning him a devoted following of fans and solidifying his status as one of the most talented and respected comedians of his generation.
Not bad, chatbot! A bit dry and utterly lacking in soul, and at least one of these sentences is a complete lie, but there you go.
If you haven’t seen Daniel perform then you should know that it’s a minor miracle. I think I saw the Work-in-Progresses of Something Other Than Everything about 36 times, which normally would be TOO MANY TIMES, but his ability to be present in the moment and weave gold out of the unlikeliest sources makes every show a treat. Bits that are 20 minutes initially can be compressed down to a line or two in the finished work, in a move akin to squeezing (very funny) coal to make diamonds. His comedy is superlative, his shows often really make you think, and he’s a lovely guy to boot. If there’s somehow tickets left for any of his upcoming shows, buy them as soon as you can!
This week we go all the way back to 2014 when Barry spoke to Sunil Patel when Sunil was relatively new to the comedy scene. Part 2 next week will be an interview with Sunil from early in 2022, where he has been a well established comic on the circuit, as well as being on countless TV shows and films.
Sunil’s website is here and you can follow him on Twitter here and Instagram here.
If you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There’s plenty to choose from! We’d love for you to leave us a (nice) review on iTunes, and follow us on Instagram @angelcomedy and Twitter @angelcomedy!
Angel Comedy puts on live comedy shows every night of the week at our venue The Bill Murray pub and The Camden Head, both in Angel, Islington. See what’s on here Thanks so much for listening, see you soon!
Every year Angel Comedy pays 6 new comedians to go to The Edinburgh Festival.
It is one way that Angel Comedy supports newer comedians, alongside our Free Comedy Workshops, and giving more stage time to new, untested acts than any other UK venue.
The Angel Comedy Edinburgh showcase helps acts that are either doing their first ever Edinburgh festival, or need support as they might be also doing their own show or perhaps promoting their first full hour.
The Edinburgh festival can be a very, very expensive venture: Angel Comedy Founder Barry Ferns went bankrupt from putting on Edinburgh Shows. Acts can be paying over £1000 for accommodation (while also paying for rent in London), whilst taking time out from their work-life and paying for any other number of things – if they’re doing their own show in particular that includes venue hire, flyers, posters and PR.
Angel Comedy pays, publicises, and does all the admin and work for the show for the 6 new acts, and the acts take all the donations, ticket money and bucket money. The average amount they make is £2500 each.
Here are some quotes from previous participants:
Khalid Winter
“Performing on the Angel Showcase was an incredible experience which I am very grateful for. The financial support Angel offers opens up the Edinburgh festival for performers who might otherwise never get to experience it. Performing on the Angel Showcase was a great opportunity for me to develop both artistically and professionally, the support from Angel has been crucial in my development from amateur to professional artist.”
Joseph Emslie
“It carefully curates a group of comedians, all of whom are delightful, and allows us to perform to lovely audiences every day to better ourselves as comedians. This year specifically, with the rising cost of everything, the Angel Comedy Showcase was an absolute godsend, it is solely down to this gig that I was able to afford to rent a place in Edinburgh and get to enjoy the Fringe itself. I am extremely grateful for the chance to be part of this wonderful initiative and would recommend the experience to anyone who is lucky enough to be invited/included.”
Carla Gordon
“I was thrilled to take part in The Angel Comedy Edinburgh Showcase, it’s so great to not only have the opportunity to perform every day with a lovely group of comedians and become a stronger performer, but to also be paid to do so was a huge help in terms of funding and making it more accessible for me to be at the fringe festival at all! I’m really grateful for the chance to not only gig myself but also to watch the other great comedians chosen every day and I can honestly say I don’t think I’d have felt as supported or positively challenged if I hadn’t had taken part.”
Lew Fitz
“The Angel Comedy Showcase is one of the best examples of what the fringe is all about! It is a carefully curated group of comedians from a range of different backgrounds with different comedic styles all pulling together for a common cause. It is a wonderful opportunity to entertain an audience each day and improve as a comedian.
Working in comedy is much more than just the work you put in on your own stage craft, it’s your ability to adapt to different audiences, work with others, take & give instruction, interact with the industry and care about other people (which can be easy forgotten amongst the stress of Edinburgh) – the Angel Showcase gives you a delicious taste of the lot – it is a no brainer if you’re asked to do it!”
Thor Stenhaug
“I felt extremely lucky to be a part of The Angel Comedy Showcase. It provided myself and a collective of young comedians with a remarkable opportunity. We got to perform every single day to a wider audience, which developed me both as a writer and as a performer. As well as punters, the showcase attracted people from the industry. Getting to perform to producers and agents, in the midst of their busy schedules, felt invaluable – and was made possible by the support of Angel Comedy. Ticket sales from the show also meant that it was possible for us to perform at the world’s biggest arts festival, which is getting more and more expensive every year.”
Sascha LO
“The Angel Comedy Edinburgh Showcase is just one example of Angel’s generosity and willingness to cultivate new comedic talent. I was lucky to be selected to be a part of this group of truly lovely and talented people. Being able to perform alongside more experienced comedians each day taught me a lot and helped me to improve as a performer. But also, being paid by the showcase actually made the fringe a possibility for me. As a student and a young person, Angel made the fringe accessible, providing me with opportunities I never would have had otherwise. I already feel extremely lucky to be a part of the Angel community, but the fact that they offer opportunities like this just shows how special Angel is. I would definitely jump at the chance to do it again, and I would advise anyone with the opportunity to do so too.”
If you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There’s plenty to choose from! We’d love for you to leave us a (nice) review on iTunes, and follow us on Instagram @angelcomedy and Twitter @angelcomedy!
Angel Comedy puts on live comedy shows every night of the week at our venue The Bill Murray pub and The Camden Head, both in Angel, Islington. See what’s on here Thanks so much for listening, see you soon!
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Something different this week. Recorded during lockdown, Barry speaks to Richard and Greta (otherwise known as Shenoah Allen and Nina Conti). Richard and Greta host a podcast all about how to get the most out of your partner. They don’t hold back on sharing their most intimate parts fo their life, even with Barry on zoom.
Listen to Richard and Greta here and folow them on Instagram. On a completely unrelated note, you can find dates and socials of Nina Conti here and Shenoah Alllen here.
If you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There’s plenty to choose from! We’d love for you to leave us a (nice) review on iTunes, and follow us on Instagram @angelcomedy and Twitter @angelcomedy!
Angel Comedy puts on live comedy shows every night of the week at our venue The Bill Murray pub and The Camden Head, both in Angel, Islington. See what’s on here Thanks so much for listening, see you soon!
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This week, Barry chats to Shenoah Allen. Formally of The Pyjama Men with long term comedy partner Mark Chavez and currently of podcast hit Richard And Greta with Nina Conti. Shenoah talks about his ups and downs in comedy, adjusting to life after a double act and starting a new one and generla comedy business. Follow Shenoah on Twitter, Instagram and go here for the Richard and Greta podcast as well as live dates.
If you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There’s plenty to choose from! We’d love for you to leave us a (nice) review on iTunes, and follow us on Instagram @angelcomedy and Twitter @angelcomedy!
Angel Comedy puts on live comedy shows every night of the week at our venue The Bill Murray pub and The Camden Head, both in Angel, Islington. See what’s on here Thanks so much for listening, see you soon!
This week, we go back to 2021 for a chat with Nick Elleray. Nick tirelessly brings his dry and devastating wit to the comedy circuit and his in depth chat with Barry about his comedy history, living in London and maybe hating it and his australian heritage. Follow Nick on Twitter @nickelleray, Instagram @nickelleray and his snazzy website nickelleray.com
If you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There’s plenty to choose from! We’d love for you to leave us a (nice) review on iTunes, and follow us on Instagram @angelcomedy and Twitter @angelcomedy!
Angel Comedy puts on live comedy shows every night of the week at our venue The Bill Murray pub and The Camden Head, both in Angel, Islington. See what’s on here Thanks so much for listening, see you soon!
This week, Barry speaks to Eric Lampaert. Eric has had quite the career since starting stand up in 2018. He tells Barry about his experience filming a reality show, landing roles working for Luc Besson and how his amnesia made him think he created the pandemic!
If you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There’s plenty to choose from! We’d love for you to leave us a (nice) review on iTunes, and follow us on Instagram @angelcomedy and Twitter @angelcomedy!
Angel Comedy puts on live comedy shows every night of the week at our venue The Bill Murray pub and The Camden Head, both in Angel, Islington. See what’s on here Thanks so much for listening, see you soon!
This week, Barry goes back to his 2015 conversation with Phil Jerrod, where phil talks Barry through his career up until then, the mould on the ceiling and the bastard Paul Bets. Phil was a giant on the Brighton circuit and hosted The Crash Bang Wallop podcast. He sadly passed away in 2021, however, even if you take a glance at just a few of the tributes that poured out from comedians, his memory and comedy will live on and be admired. You should definitely check out his stuff on Youtube.
If you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There’s plenty to choose from! We’d love for you to leave us a (nice) review on iTunes, and follow us on Instagram @angelcomedy and Twitter @angelcomedy!
Angel Comedy puts on live comedy shows every night of the week at our venue The Bill Murray pub and The Camden Head, both in Angel, Islington. See what’s on here Thanks so much for listening, see you soon!
