The comedians paradise

In this episode, we talk to West Yorkshire comic Liam Tully, who recently made headlines in Edinburgh Live after joking that playing to an empty room for four days in a row "must be a record". Liam opens up about the brutal reality of the festival circuit, what happens when nobody turns up to your venue at the Rotunda Theatre, and how a single self-deprecating TikTok video flipped his fortune overnight.In a hilarious twist of fate, Liam's empty-room dilemma perfectly mirrored the exact theme of his 2026 Fringe show, "Adult-ish"—a stand-up hour exploring what happens when life's expectations don't quite match up with reality.From dealing with fierce internet trolls (including a memorable run-in with a user calling themselves "Scottish Beyonce") to being secretly photographed by critics in the pub, Liam shares a bittersweet, unfiltered look at surviving a month on stage. We delve into the strange psychology of online antagonism, the overwhelming solidarity found within the comedy community, and the heartwarming moment a fan from Germany came seeking life advice after a show.

🎙️ Welcome to another episode of The Comedian's Paradise!In this episode, we sit down with Barcelona-based stand-up comedian Mariah Girouard to look behind the scenes of her fearless Edinburgh Festival Fringe show, 'Trauma Made Me Hot'.Mariah shares her fascinating journey of moving from Massachusetts to Spain, and how she managed to turn an incredibly dark, real-life survival story—a true crime tale of a man who tried to kill her—into a hilarious, tightly crafted comedy show. We dive into the fine line between true comedic structure and "trauma dumping", the differences between quick-fire American jokes and vulnerable British storytelling, and why shows like 'Fleabag' handle tragedy so perfectly.✨ Watch/listen now to explore how a comedian transforms real-life horror into award-worthy stage material.If you would like to know more on Mariah, you can go on her Linktree at https://linktr.ee/mariahbgirouard. You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU,Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E and you can support the pod on:https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

What does it take to master the art of the fool? In this episode, we sit down with award-winning British physical comedian, master mime, and clown David Hoskin.Fresh from acclaimed runs at Soho Theatre and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, David unpacks his time training at the legendary international theatre school, École Philippe Gaulier. We delve into the psychological power of "embracing the flop", the precise mechanics behind his hit comedy-horror show A Haunted House, and how he treats awkwardness on stage as a creative superpower.Whether you're an aspiring performer, a theatre maker, or just a massive fan of surreal alternative comedy, this deep dive offers a fascinating peek behind the curtain of contemporary physical theatre.Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast for more exclusive chats with leading creative voices!If you would like to know more on David, go on his website at https://www.davidhoskin.com/.You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU,Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E and you can support the pod on:https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise. #ComedyPodcast #AlternativeComedy #ClownLife #PhysicalComedy #PodcastEpisode #PhysicalTheatre #MimeArtist #PhilippeGaulier #ClowningAround #StageCraft #StartingOverAt30 #CreativeJourney #LateBloomer #EmbraceTheFlop #CreativePivot

Join host Marvin McCarthy on The Comedians Paradise as he chats with stand-up comedian and writer Scott Adams about his hit Edinburgh Fringe show, The Van Man Can!. Discover the reality of juggling a UK delivery driver job with live comedy, mastering crowd work, and building a sustainable career on the British comedy circuit. Tune in for unfiltered backstage stories and sharp stand-up insights from a true festival maverick. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[02:45]] Being a van driver, public observation, and the reason I had to change my accent as a British 'white van man' [[14:07]][[14:07]] Bizarre roadside observations and why witnessing a lady eating a bogey is so incredibly weird [[18:00]][[18:00]] Exploring the most haunted roads and paranormal highway myths across the UK [[19:00]][[19:00]] Unfiltered delivery horror stories and the absolute worst houses I have ever visited on my route [[26:00]][[26:00]] The freedom, daily realities, and perks of being your own boss and being self-employed [[31:00]][[31:00]] My comedy origin story and exactly how I started out on the live UK stand-up circuit [[34:52]][[34:52]] Entering the lion's den: gigging with big-name headline comics when first starting out in comedy [[39:27]][[39:27]] An insider look at London's famous Lions Den comedy club and what ultimately happened to the venue [[40:31]][[40:31]] The truth about controversial 'pay-to-play' comedy gigs and navigating the live gigging circuit [[43:12]][[43:12]] Navigating the financial realities and industry gatekeeping of the modern comedy scene [[45:42]]If you like what you here from Scott, you can reach him on his Instagram at @scottadams07.You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU,Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E and you can support the pod on:https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise. #standupcomedypodcast #comedypodcast #interviewingcomedians #podcastinterview #standupcomedian #TheComediansParadise #ScottAdams #StandUpComedy #UKComedy #ComedyPodcast #EdFringe #WhiteVanMan

In this interview we chat to the brilliant Sandra Battaglini, she is an award-winning stand-up comic who spearheaded a historic grassroots movement to unionise Canadian comedy, founding CASC(The Canadian Association of Stand-up, Sketch & Improv Comedians) and partnering with Unifor/CFU to secure essential performer benefits. Here is an overview of what we discussed: 00:00 – Introduction to Sandra Battaglini and Her Mission02:48 – Sandra's Journey into Comedy and Activism05:46 – The Formation of a Comedian's Association (CASC)08:53 – Lobbying for Change in the Canadian Comedy Landscape11:57 – The Impact of Unionization on Canadian Comedians15:02 – Challenges and Changes in the Canadian Comedy Scene17:50 – Personal Growth and Business Mindset in Comedy21:00 – The Future of Comedy and Community Building24:11 – Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Social Media and Comedy26:50 – The State of the Canadian Comedy Industry33:27 – The Struggles of Comedy and Unionization36:43 – Life Beyond Comedy: Personal Insights42:14 – The Unexpected Path to Comedy48:23 – Workplace Dynamics: Comedy vs. HospitalityIf you would like to know more on Sandra, you can go on her website at https://www.sandrabattaglini.com/ or follow her on Instagram at sandrabattaglini.You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU,Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E and you can support the pod on:https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise. #standupcomedypodcast #comedypodcast #interviewingcomedians #podcastinterview #standupcomedian