The comedians paradise

Join comedian and promoter, Marvin McCarthy each Sunday at 8pm UK time as he interviews the mavericks of the comedy world.

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  Episode #345

  Starting clown at 30

  Sep 20, 202659 min

  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

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  Episode #344

  From 'White Van Man' to Stand-Up Comedian!

  Sep 13, 202647 min

  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

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  Episode #343

  Unionising Canadian Comedy with Sandra Battaglini

  Sep 6, 20261h 2m

  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 Mission 02:48 – Sandra's Journey into Comedy and Activism 05:46 – The Formation of a Comedian's Association (CASC) 08:53 – Lobbying for Change in the Canadian Comedy Landscape 11:57 – The Impact of Unionization on Canadian Comedians 15:02 – Challenges and Changes in the Canadian Comedy Scene 17:50 – Personal Growth and Business Mindset in Comedy 21:00 – The Future of Comedy and Community Building 24:11 – Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Social Media and Comedy 26:50 – The State of the Canadian Comedy Industry 33:27 – The Struggles of Comedy and Unionization 36:43 – Life Beyond Comedy: Personal Insights 42:14 – The Unexpected Path to Comedy 48:23 – Workplace Dynamics: Comedy vs. Hospitality If 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

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  Episode #340

  15 years of puppets

  Aug 16, 202640 min

  Professional puppeteer and clown Michelle Stein joins the podcast to chat about her 15-year career and her solo show Always Sometimes Maybe at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. We dive deep into the rich history of alternative theatre, the art of physical comedy, and why the Fringe has shifted from a haven for eccentric artists into an expensive party for the elite. Plus, we debate the merits of Chicago deep-dish pizza and plug The Pieces—a spectacular circus show performing at the Underbelly Circus Hub. If you would like to know more on Michelle, you can go on her website at https://www.michelejoystine.com/ or go to her edinburgh fringe show:https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/always-sometimes-maybe. 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

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  Episode #339

  40 years of stand-up wisdom

  Aug 9, 20262h 14m

  We interview Martin Mor, the Northern Irish powerhouse who transitioned from a successful career as a circus performer to take the unsuspecting comedy circuit by storm. With over 40 years of experience as a professional entertainer, Martin has established himself as one of the UK’s most popular and in-demand comedians. Now back in Northern Ireland, he works as a leading comedy tutor, sharing his decades of stage wisdom with the next generation of comics. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[00:00]] How I got started in stand-up comedy [[07:48]] [[08:26]] The evolution of booking female comedians on the circuit [[11:38]] [[17:05]] How to approach hosting a comedy night [[19:00]] [[19:00]] The difference between a comedy closer and a headliner [[20:30]] [[20:30]] Why social media comedians should transition to live stage shows [[22:46]] [[22:46]] Writing for theatre shows vs preparing for different audiences [[24:29]] [[24:29]] Knowing your value: Why I don't take fifty-pound gig spots [[26:10]] [[26:10]] TV comedy acts, bill advertising, and the state of the modern circuit [[33:00]] [[33:00]] How to get paid work as a comedian [[35:05]] [[36:44]] Doing a favour for an act: Why comedy is a team game [[38:13]] [[38:13]] What to do if you're bombing on stage & the 10-year rule to get good [[38:54]] [[39:30]] Why five gigs a week isn't enough & rising to a closer in months [[41:11]] [[42:00]] New acts vs how hard the top professional comedians actually work [[44:03]] [[44:03]] The massive difference between good and bad crowd work [[46:22]] [[47:50]] The ultimate key to mastering crowd work on stage [[51:40]] [[01:00:00]] Treat every show as a big gig & dress for the job you want [[01:04:18]] [[01:04:18]] What to do when your comedy set is going brilliantly [[01:05:21]] [[01:05:21]] The critical mistakes to stop doing when you are doing well [[01:06:41]] [[01:06:41]] Bad clowns vs bad stand-up & getting robbed by Croatian police [[01:09:00]] [[01:09:00]] Performance vs writing: How many comics master both skills? [[01:15:00]] [[01:15:00]] Building an audience that will actually pay to see you live [[01:16:02]] [[01:16:02]] Joke theft: Does your material get stolen because you're not original? [[01:19:00]] [[01:19:48]] The link between ADHD and stand-up comedy performance [[01:22:00]] [[01:38:00]] The problem with École Philippe Gaulier students leaving clown school [[01:41:00]] [[01:41:00]] The issue with Edinburgh Fringe shows from Gaulier clowns [[01:44:00]] [[01:52:57]] Landing your big break in the entertainment industry [[01:55:15]] [[01:55:15]] Debunking the biggest BS in comedy: The struggling artist myth [[01:58:00]] [[01:58:00]] Creating alternative income streams and scaling your opportunities [[02:04:00]] [[02:04:00]] How comedians lose their biggest career opportunities [[02:13:00]] #martinmor #standupcomedy #comedycircuit #comedymasterclass #comedyadvice #crowdwork #ukcomedy #stagecraft #thecomediansparadise #comedycoach If you would like to know more about Martin, you can go on his website at https://martinmor.com/. You can also 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.

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