Ask The Industry Podcast

Jacob Howe-Douglas (@hdmgt) is the founder of HD Management. A boutique agency that has a focus on film, TV, radio and online content for all of their acts. Jacob has been an agent for more than 12 years building the careers of comedians. Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/HDManagementiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/9IhnQXBKgq8Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or Jacob a thank you tweet and you can support the pod by…If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Buy tickets to my 2019 Edinburgh Fringe show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeremy Dyson (@dysonjeremy) is an author, musician and screenwriter best known as one of the League of Gentlemen and the co-writer of the horror film Ghost Stories. We talked about how he got his early work, how rejection was actually really good for him and why asking for help is just as important as giving back and helping when you’re in a position to do so. Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/JeremyDyson iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/bu2tZxg33RASpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Come see my 2019 Edinburgh Fringe show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughIf you enjoyed the episode please thank Jeremy / let me via twitter @thismademecoolSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Gordillo (@johngordillo) is an award-winning script editor/director who has worked with Eddie Izzard, Seann Walsh, Josh Widdicombe, Shappi Khorsandi, Dara Ó Briain, Paul Chowdhry, Michael Mcintyre, Mark Steel and Reginald D Hunter.I got him on to talk about...-What is a director and what do they do for comedy shows?-How does the venue size (arena / theatre) impact his directing?-His excitement and drive to tell stories in any medium and in any format.-His take on the collaborative process-Why “why” you’re doing something is the most important thing.-What’s it like making TV for 11 million subscribers and then going home to make an episode of his niche podcast to a significantly lower number of subscribers.AND MOREStream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/JohnGordilloiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTBGa80NTCUThis interview would be good for anyone looking at developing a solo hour show or who has an interest in how their favourite comedians use the power of collaboration to take their shows to the next level. If you're new here please hit that subscribe button, if you're old here please do consider giving it an honest review in iTunes. You can also donate via paypal or patreon https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast If you'd like to take part in one of John's "doctor clinics" you can email him - johngordillo@hotmail.com or check the Angel Comedy website - http://bit.ly/2F8jbB8----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Want to see me live? How very kind of you...Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoom----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Want more content from me? Why wouldn't you!  Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self. Here are the links -  iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter is a film writing, actor, producer, director and basically anything that is involved in movie and film making from the script to the post-production to the organising of screenings. We talked about how he got started making films as a child and how the change in technology has enabled him to continue creating his own projects but also work on mainstream TV and films.I got him on to talk about...How he went from making stop-motion with his dads tape camcorder to making content for MTV.The most effective order to put together a film.How he used his DIY indie films as calling cards to work with his comedy writing hereos on blockbuster films.How he's built a career and a network without any social media.The hidden pressures of crowdfunding.AND MOREStream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/PeterFellowsiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/RGXxmdj5nV4This interview would be good for any person who wants to create their own content and projects but also wants to work within the mainstream industries of film and TV at the same time as well as anyone who wants to know why social media isn't always a good thing for networking.Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you're new here please hit that subscribe button, if you're old here please do consider giving it an honest review in iTunes. You can also donate via paypal or patreon https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Want more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Verth (@benverth) and John Millar (@JohnMillarComic) are two of the four Barrel boys who founded Monkey Barrel comedy (@barrelcomedy) club. This amazing purpose built venue rose from the ashes of Ben's first club in the Grassmarket known as the Beehive and we get into the future of Scottish comedy, the Edinburgh Fringe and why they were so secretive about the new venture.I got them on to talk about...Why they felt the Edinburgh Fringe needs another comedy venue.What the future of the festival looks like to themWhy the "power" of so many venues shouldn't be held by two massive Free Fringe / Festival offerings.Why they didn't crowdfund the new venueWhy they were so secretive about the project before "going live" to the Scottish comedy community.AND MOREStream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/MonkeyBarreliTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/O8ZFXs9bi9cThis interview would be good for anyone looking at taking a show to the Edinburgh Fringe and wants to know more about the story and ethos behind one of the latest and greatest offerings the festival has as well as performers wanting to know more about the Scottish comedy scene in general. It would also be great for any audience members wanting to hear what has been happening behind the scenes in Scotland and developments at the Edinburgh Festival. Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomWant more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maureen Younger (@maureenyounger) is a veteran comedian and promoter who runs MY Comedy. A series of all female comedy nights which run for profit and charity. I got her on to talk about...What was the circuit line 12 years ago for misogyny.Are all female line ups still needed?Does a female act from TV sell more tickets than a man?Her thoughts on quotasWhat still needs to changeAND MOREStream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/MaureennYoungeriTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/z928QqIyvlMThis interview would be good for any female acts looking at breaking into the all female line up circuit or for a performer in general interested in how these nights run but more importantly why they still run.Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you're new here please hit that subscribe button, if you're old here please do consider giving it an honest review in iTunes. You can also donate via paypal or patreon https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Want more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Talbot is the Head of Comedy Development at Hat Trick Productions. Hat Trick was one of the original TV development indie's back in the late 80s and 1990s and has produced amazing shows including The Armstrong and Miller Show, The Kumars at No. 42, Father Ted, Game On, Fonejacker and more.I got him on to talk about...What are the doing to give chances to new writers / writers from underrepresented backgrounds.How they keep track of consumer tastes to avoid offence.What he thinks of quotas and how they impact his work.Real reasons why a show wouldn’t get made (and how to overcome them as a writer).Why he started a live comedy night to discover new talent and writers?When he’s at live comedy nights and scouting for new talent, what is he looking for?How is social media impacting their job both in finding shows and getting feedback.AND MOREStream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/MikeLeighiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/20LVLamxOqwThis interview would be good for anyone looking at developing a TV show and isn't sure where to start or the process after writing it or a comedy fan who wants to know how much work and how many hurdles there are to get a show on the TV.Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you're new here please hit that subscribe button, if you're old here please do consider giving it an honest review in iTunes. You can also donate via paypal or patreon https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastWant more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is our 4th live Q&A. It took place at the Edinburgh Fringe 2017 at the Sweets Venue in Grassmarket. Thanks to JD at the venue as well as the whole panel and everyone who came down to attend and ask questions. About the panel - Chris Lander (@christophlander) is an agent at Phil Mcintyre Entertainment. He deals with the new and up-and-coming talent including Nish Kumar, Masud Milas, David Trent and more. Katya Balfour-Lynn (@katyabalfourlyn) is a live booking agent for United Agents. She deals with her clients live dates and live calendars. Andy Townsend (@andytownsend8) is a comedy agent at the Galton Agency. By their own admission a small agency that deals with big names and focuses on work they're proud of.I got them on to talk about...Do you need an agent?How do you get an agent?UK vs US agents and the differences between them.Why everyone is chasing their “first Edinburgh”?The difference between US and UK agentsWhat they do day to day and what annoys them about the industryAND MOREStream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/ThreeAgentsPaneliTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/20LVLamxOqwThis interview would be good for any act looking to get an agent or who is interested in what an agent does and what they actually do in real terms. When to approach, how not to approach and what they're actually looking for. Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you're new here please hit that subscribe button, if you're old here please do consider giving it an honest review in iTunes. You can also donate via paypal or patreon https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Want more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Leigh is the founder of MLA Talent. They're not just a talent agency they also produce a lot of free digital media and podcasts creating their own podcast network to share audiences.I got him on to talk about...How does he scout for new talent or online content to develop?Does it help having a following online to get on TV or radio?Why he thinks there’s so few great comedy producers now.Why he thinks acts with big profiles shouldn’t be doing the Free Fringe and who he books at his Fringe venue.How does he push forward clients he represents that TV and radio are not interested in?AND MOREStream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/MikeLeighiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/20LVLamxOqwThis interview would be good for any act looking into developing an online audience or someone who already has one who wants to try and move it to the real world as well as any act who wants to try and find an agent as there's loads of advice on how to find the right one and what not to do.Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you're new here please hit that subscribe button, if you're old here please do consider giving it an honest review in iTunes. You can also donate via paypal or patreon https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Want more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Helen Stead is the director and founder of NCF Comedy which started back in 2009 at the Nottingham Comedy Festival. Since then NCF has grown and had 8 successful comedy festivals and runs shows in Nottingham, Birmingham, Leicester and throughout the midlands all year long.We talked about how you process with NCF, the difference in audiences from place to place in the midlands and why she does no free comedy nights (even her new material one is £1 entry). This is a far cry from London where every open mic or new material night is free.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/HelenSteadiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/CpvSmmt7ZPEThis episode would be useful to anyone who is looking to gig professionally in the midlands and isn't sure where to start or who wants to know more about how the Nottingham comedy festival operates.Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you're new here hit the subscribe button. If you're old here please do consider giving us an honest review in iTunes. You can also support by donating or become a Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Want more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jo O'Callaghan is a former performer who is head of artists, venues and events at the Adelaide Fringe . She's previously worked at Melbourne Fringe, Melbourne International Film Festival, Short + Sweet Melbourne, and Melbourne International Comedy Festival so she knows her stuff and specifically her stuff about Australian festivals.I got her on the podcast to talk about...How to bring a show to the Adelaide FringeCommon mistakes performers make that you should avoidWhat the audience for the festival is looking for.Why they have no Free FringeWhere the festival fits into the wider festival circuit and what performers can expect to get out of it.AND MOREStream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/AdelaideFringeiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/5rUAcZAS2a0I think this podcast would be great for any performer who has a solo show they'd like to perform beyond the UK or their home country and wants to spend the day times on some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.If you're new here please do hit that subscribe button if you're old here please do consider giving us a honest review in iTunes and either way please consider donating via paypal or patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastWant more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Milton Jones ( @TheMiltonJones ) is a one-liner powerhouse with a strong work ethic and an interesting approach to how he see's his on stage self as a cartoon rather than a comedian or a character. We talked about - Is comedy still a stepping stone to “something else”?His frustrations with getting work commissioned on TV (or the lack of it).Did doing something a bit “different” / weird help him in his early career and has he benefitted from having promoters wanting “variety” How was his mental health while discovering his voice?How does he get useful feedback now that he’s well known?Why he enjoys dealing with hecklers and how he does that in character.How he deals with imposter syndrome.AND MORE.This podcast would be great for any comedians wanting to make a career as a comedian (one-liner or not) and how much work (and luck) it takes to happen. Alternatively it would be good for a fan of Milton's who wants to know the inner workings of his head both on and off stage. Stream it - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/MiltonJonesiTunes it - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube it - https://youtu.be/cllGJ7FJrkU As mentioned in the pod Milton is on tour you can find his 100 dates here - http://www.miltonjones.com/live-dates/ Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you enjoyed it please consider supporting the podcast by becoming a Patron for only $1 (80p) per episode! https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast  Every little bit helps! Alternatively you can support the show by giving it a review in iTunes or just by sharing the episode with a friend or two! Oh and I have a book out that's a how-to guide for building your audience online through free content. Grab yourself a copy for just £5 here. Thanks, Si x Want more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The panel included - 1) Red Redmond - promoter at Deadcat Comedy2) Glen Gandy - promoter at Blue Giraffe Comedy3) Adam Rushton - A Rush Of Laughter Comedy Management / Comedy promoter.4) Alex Hylton & Dave McGuckin - Promoters at Jokes On Us at the Leicester Comedy Festival.We talked about...The midlands festival and club circuit Progression and how to get it.Why 5 minutes isn't enough in the midlands Stories from the green rooms.AND MORE! This podcast would be great for anyone who is interested in gigging in the midlands or progressing in the industry in general. You can stream the podcast here (with show notes) - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/LeicesterLivePod2Or get it on iTunes here - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937Or stream it on YouTube - https://youtu.be/nDuWGKlkQ9A  Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you enjoyed it please consider supporting the podcast by becoming a Patron for only $1 (80p) per episode! https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast  Every little bit helps! Alternatively you can support the show by giving it a review in iTunes or just by sharing the episode with a friend or two! Oh and I have a book out that's a how-to guide for building your audience online through free content. Grab yourself a copy for just £5 here. Thanks, Si x Want more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ariane Sherine (@ArianeSherine) is a British musical stand-up comedian, comedy writer and journalist. She created the Atheist Bus Campaign, which ran in 13 countries during January 2009. In her career in TV she's written for My Family, Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps, Countdown, The Story of Tracy Beaker and more!I got her on the podcast to talk about - Getting hate mail for the athiest bus campaignDealing with a mental breakdown Fearing going to the final of a competition in case she got a bad review which might lead to loss of TV writing work.Coming out as having a mental illness Explanations of TV jargon terms like “shadow script” “sample script” “script polish” etc.Does having a baby hold you back in stand up / lose you work in TV?AND MORE!You can join her mailing list to hear about adventures as a stand up by emailing her on ariane@arianesherine.com.This podcast would be useful to anyone interested in writing for TV, how comedy competitions work and how having a baby impacts being a performing.You can stream the podcast here (with show notes) - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/ArianeSherineOr get it on iTunes here - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937If you enjoyed it please consider supporting the podcast by becoming a Patron for only $1 (80p) per episode! https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomEvery little bit helps! Alternatively you can support the show by giving it a review in iTunes or just by sharing the episode with a friend or two!Thanks,SixWant more content from me? Why wouldn't you!  Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self. Here are the links -  iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943 Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcast YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISw Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rs Twitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Edinburgh Fringe is a fickle place and comedians (as well as all other types of performers) use everything at their disposal to stack the deck in their favour. From PRs to giant posters I got a panel of comedy industry experts together to discuss what works, what doesn't and bust myths about the Fringe.The panel consisted of - Steve Bennett (@stevechortle) - Founder of Chortle.com (@chortle), the Chortle awards and head reviewer at Chortle.Bruce Dessau (@brucedes) - Founder of BeyondTheJoke.co.uk and head comedy reviewer at the London Evening Standard.Copstick - head comedy reviewer at the Scotsman and on the judging panel for the Malcolm Hardee Awards.John Fleming (@thejohnfleming) - Founder of the Malcolm Hardee Awards.Hils Jago (@hilsjago) - Founder of the Amused Moose Comedy Club (@amusedmoose) and the Laugh Off Awards.Barry Ferns (@barryferns) - Founder of Angel Comedy Club (@angelcomedy), the Barry Awards, Fringe veteran and comedian.And me (Simon Caine - Comedian, writer, podcaster @thismademecool)Here's a few highlights of what we talked about during the pod...  What are the reviewers links between the outside of Edinburgh circuit and Edinburgh?Is it hard / impossible to get reviews on the Free Fringe?Why were the reviewers “bored” at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe?Is variety dead at the Fringe? Have the agendas / middle men / PRs and marketing efforts of some ruined creativity in Edinburgh?Are PRs needed any more? Do they help get reviews?AND MORE!This podcast would be useful to anyone interested in doing a comedy show at the Edinburgh Fringe, progressing on the comedy circuit, how competition help your career even if you don't win and comedy fans after a behind the scenes look at the Fringe.You can stream the podcast here (with show notes) - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/PostEdinburghFringe2016PanelOr get it on iTunes here - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937If you enjoyed it please consider supporting the podcast by becoming a Patron for only $1 (80p) per episode! https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomEvery little bit helps! Alternatively you can support the show by giving it a review in iTunes or just by sharing the episode with a friend or two!Thanks,SixWant more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Ellard (@ellardent) is a script editor who has worked along side Doug Naylor and Graham Lineham on TV shows including the IT crowd, Miranda, Red Dwarf and more! I got him on the podcast to talk about - Being a script editorGetting the trust of a writer to work with them.What it takes to get a script writing credit.How on demand players are changing the face of TV.AND MORE!This podcast would be useful to anyone interested creating a sitcom, writing for TV or just interested in what goes on behind the scenes of a television channel and show production.You can stream the podcast here (with show notes) - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/AndrewEllardOr get it on iTunes here - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937If you enjoyed it please consider supporting the podcast by becoming a Patron for only $1 (80p) per episode! https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Andrew's comedy blaps can be found here. You can find a link to the group around my future sitcom here. Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomEvery little bit helps! Alternatively you can support the show by giving it a review in iTunes or just by sharing the episode with a friend or two!Thanks,SiWant more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian Boldsworth (@RayPeacock) is a comedian, podcaster and TV warm up act who has been a professional within the industry for over a decade. He's best known as "Ray Peacock". A name he is having to give up for one of the most bizarre reasons. In this very personal interview we talk about picking gigs, making a life and ensuring you're doing things for the right reasons. I got him on the podcast to talk about - Being a TV warm up actCutting back on the live circuit due to audiencesPicking which gigs you do more selectivelyFocusing on building audiences through online contentHow mental health issues play a part in a performers life, finding your place in the industry and how family / relationships impact your work.AND MORE!This podcast would be useful to anyone interested in starting a podcast / video series and building an audience for it as well as trying to discover what "making it" is for them.You can stream the podcast here (with show notes) - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/RayPeacockOr get it on iTunes here - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937If you enjoyed it please consider supporting the podcast by becoming a Patron for only $1 (80p) per episode! https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast This episode is a "part 2" to EP58 in which we discussed the ParaPod with both Ian (Ray) and Barry Dodds. You can find that here - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/ParaPodPlease buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomEvery little bit helps! Alternatively you can support the show by giving it a review in iTunes or just by sharing the episode with a friend or two!Thanks,SixWant more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The ParaPod (@ParaPod) is an entertainment podcast about the ghosts, the paranormal and everything in between. The hosts are at extreme ends of their beliefs: Ray Peacock (@RayPeacock) doesn't believe in any ghosts. He's a comedian, a skeptic and "the voice of reason" in the show.Barry Dodds (@Barry_Dodds) believes in ghosts, the supernatural and the afterlife. He's a comedian, a believer and the most earnest person you're ever likely to meet. I got him on the podcast to talk about - How social media bullying can impact someone psychologically.How has their careers changed thanks to the cult following the pod?How to structure a podcast. How to make money from podcasting.How to build a relationship with your audience through podcasting.AND MORE!This podcast would be useful to anyone interested in starting their own podcast and building an audience for it, or someone who has a podcast and is interested in the behind-the-scenes talk of a fellow show or just a fan of the ParaPod who wants to know more about what's going on behind closed doors.If your'e looking at setting up a podcast and don't know where to start I've made a handy guide for that here - http://simoncaine.co.uk/how-to-set-up-a-podcast/You can stream the podcast here (with show notes) - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/ParaPodOr get it on iTunes here - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937If you enjoyed it please consider supporting the podcast by becoming a Patron for only $1 (80p) per episode! https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomEvery little bit helps! Alternatively you can support the show by giving it a review in iTunes or just by sharing the episode with a friend or two!Thanks,SixWant more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mick Perrin (@MickPerrin) got into comedy tour promotion over 20 years ago. His first tour was Eddie Izzard's arena tour (which in itself was the first of its kind). Now Mick Perrin Worldwide tours artists in 20+ countries. Recently he set up a management agency for comedians whose 2nd language is English. I got him on the pod to talk about -  Does TV help or hinder a comedian?What is a character comedian and should they be allowed to say things?How much thought and effort goes into organizing a global arena tour.Why he keeps going back to Edinburgh even though he loses money every year.The value and power of social media in terms of building an audience. AND MORE!This podcast would be useful to anyone looking at taking a show to the Edinburgh Fringe, doing a tour or interesting in how to increase their profile as a performer.You can stream the podcast here (with show notes) - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/MickPerrinOr get it on iTunes here - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937If you enjoyed it please consider supporting the podcast by becoming a Patron for only $1 (80p) per episode! https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomEvery little bit helps! Alternatively you can support the show by giving it a review in iTunes or just by sharing the episode with a friend or two!Thanks,SixWant more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this "inbetweeneisode" I interview Rachel Holdsworth (comedy editor) & Stuart Black (review and in charge of the theatre listings) from the Londonist. If you're doing a show in London you might want to contact the Londonist. They have a large base of die-hard London fans who want to know about interesting and "left field" events happening in their hometown. So if you have an interesting show which you're bringing to the capital listen to this before contacting them. It could mean the difference between getting featured and your email getting ignored... As always, shownotes can be found here and you can find me on Twitter @thismademecool. See you next time, Si Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoom----------------------------------------------------------------------My 2nd book is finally out! It's called "How To Make A Living By Working For Free" and you can buy it here for £5 (digital) or £8 (paperback). Here's the synopsis of the book -  The book is a how-to guide for artists to create their own online community for their work and how that community can support the artist to become sustainable in every way.The book takes a critical and in-depth look at the media's perception of "free content" vs the reality of what the general public see it as.If you're an artist in the modern age who wants a sustainable audience you're no longer just an artist, you're a community leader. If you'd like to read the first few chapters of the book you can find a PDF version of that here.---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow me - http://twitter.com/thismademecool Support the podcast - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast?ty=h Join the Facebook community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/AskTheIndustryPodcast----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Want more content from me? Why wouldn't you!  Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self. Here are the links -  iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943 Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcast YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISw Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rs Twitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravelSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.