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The comedians paradise
Join comedian and promoter, Marvin McCarthy each Sunday at 8pm UK time as he interviews the mavericks of the comedy world.
Episodes
The comedians paradiseBeing a clown and theatre director
We chat to fellow Gaulier Alumni, Tom Fox, who had the unique name of Tom Fox FBI. He is a theatre practitioner, comedian, clown and director from…
The comedians paradiseBeing my own boss
We chat to the brilliant, Jeff Leeson, a comedian who started at 14 and is now 37, he is a man who after getting rejected from Yuk Yuks has become a comedian…
The comedians paradiseBeing a British and Italian comic
We chat to the scintillating comedian, Luca Capani, one of my favourite acts on the circuit, a comedian who beat the notorious Comedy store gong show on his…
The comedians paradiseBeing a professional street performer and comedian
We chat to the brilliant Quinn Beasley an up-and-coming comedian and street performer, who moved from Vancouver to London, where he is storming the streets of…
The comedians paradiseBeing an MC, comedian and musician in the midlands
We chat to the brilliant Stevie Gray a comedian who moved from the London to Midlands, where he has become one of the best promoters, mcs and musical comedians…
The comedians paradiseMalaysian comedy sensation Kavin Jay
We chat to the brilliant Kavin Jay, a comedian who has become a star in his homeland, he talks about being at the beginning of Malaysia ascent into comedy to…
The comedians paradiseFamous comedy author Sally Holloway
We chat to the brilliant Sally Holloway, a former comedian,with decades of experience on the UK comedy scene, who wrote the famous comedy book, “A serious…
The comedians paradiseTrying street performing and standup
In todays episode we talk to Chris Knight where we talk about trying standup in many different artforms, what success means, how we should focus on what we are…
The comedians paradiseWhy I left standup to become a writer
Here we have the amazing Joanne Lau a former comedian on the UK comedy circuit, who after many years of gigging on circuit, hating it, decided to follow her…
The comedians paradiseStarting comedy at 14
Here we chat to comedy prodigy and future star, Neko White, a comic with gigantic balls who started comedy at 14 and is now 28. He is an absolute inspiration…
The comedians paradiseBeing an Onlyfans comedian
We chat to Lauren Compton, a onlyfans model, influencer, comedian, actress and a former playboy model. Here is an overview of what we discussed:[[06:41]]…
The comedians paradiseBeing an Asian American tiktok star
We chat to Mike Kim, he is a man who after graduating from Cal State University Northridge in 2015 with a Communication Studies degree and taking jobs he…
The comedians paradiseFounder of Wrong comedy
In this episode we have the amazing, Bob Walshy Walsh. He is a committed AFC Wimbledon fan, comedian of 20 years and chief organiser of Wrong comedy, a show he…
The comedians paradiseBeing an improviser and standup
In this episode, we chat to a very innovative and unique comic who combines both standup and improv into a melting pot of hilarious comedy, Mr Lewis Dunn. He…
The comedians paradiseBeing a pro comic in Melbourne
In this episode we chat to Danny Mcginlay, Australia’s only Three Michelin star Comedian, who is also a podcaster Aussie rules and football fanatic. It was…
The comedians paradiseRunning a comedy club for kids
In this episode we chat to Tiernan Douieb a comedian, podcaster and co-organiser of Comedy club 4 kids. This is a comedy organisation that has been running for…
The comedians paradiseCharming the Irish and London comedy scenes
In this episode we chat to Aideen Mcqueen, a comedian on the Irish and London comedy scene with charm to conquer any audience, in this episode we discussed:How…
The comedians paradiseThe Seattle comedy scene
In this episode we chat to Laura Lyons, a comedian on the Seattle comedy scene and a would be lawyer. In this episode we discuss:How to get kicked out a comedy…
The comedians paradiseFounder of the Faversham fringe festival
In this episode we chat to Ribs Norman, founder of the Faversham fringe festival, playwright, web developer, comedy promoter and comedian. She was a remarkable…
The comedians paradiseRunning Polish speaking comedy clubs in the UK
In this episode we chat to Polish comedian and jazz lover, Mike Topoloski, he is a man who has built a massive comedy chain of clubs, all in Polish across the…
The comedians paradiseNodding dog comedy
We have Kev Rook, owner and founder of Nodding Dog Comedy. He is a former standup, radio presenter, podcaster, events manager and producer. Nodding Dog Comedy…
The comedians paradiseBeing an Englishman in New Jersey
No Filter Paul is a brit who has spent 20 years in New jersey and spoke too many world-renowed comedians during his time on 'The Opie and Anthony Show,' ten…
The comedians paradiseComedy legend Earl Okin
Earl Okin (@EarlOkin) is a London singer-songwriter, musician and comedian. He's been performing music and musical comedy for over 40 years and knows the…
The comedians paradiseMy experience in the Russian comedy scene
Oleg Denisov is a Moscow-based Russian political comedian, who has performed all over the UK and Europe and done two Edinburgh Fringe solo shows. He also runs…
The comedians paradiseHow I became a musical parody comic
Friz Frizzle is going to ruin your favourite songs. He has been storming audiences with his armed piano for a decade, where his main aim is to take the tunes…
The comedians paradiseHow I became the biggest comedy booker in the UK
Geoff Whiting is a comedian who started performing over 20 years ago. He founded Mirth Control from his house without a phone during a period of unemployment…
The comedians paradiseBeing a partially sighted comedian on the comedy circuit
Chris J Markiewicz Comedy Promoter , Comedian , Public speaker as the only Sexageneran visually impaired Comic of Polish Origin on the planet. We talk about…
The comedians paradiseHow I became a comedian in Egypt
Saif Abu Kandil is a comedian of Egyptian-Iraqi descent. He speaks English, Arabic, and French. .He began his comedy career in 2002. In 2005 he performed at…
The comedians paradiseHow body language can be used for comedy
Adrianne Carter is the Face Whisperer. She’s a specialist in understanding facial expressions and applying this to help people communicate with each other…
The comedians paradiseWhat I have learnt about comedians as a comedy interviewer
John Fleming is a well-renowned comedy blogger and creator of the Malcolm Hardee, this a podcast episode focusing on his journey into comedy interviewing, what…
The comedians paradiseBeing an amputee with puns
Todays guest is Colin Leggo, a professional stand-up comedian, writer and current UK Pun Champion. He has taken many successful shows to the Edinburgh Festival…
The comedians paradiseHow being a pornstar led to comedy
Todays guest is an absolute gem, with have Meera Cade, a lady with a colourful life, she worked in Porn, as a stripper and an escort. This episode looks at…
The comedians paradiseWhat I have learnt in seventeen years in comedy
In todays episode, we speak to former amateur bodybuilder and seventeen year veteran of the scene, Sandra Risser. She is smart, funny and older than Twinkies…
The comedians paradiseBeing an impressionist, prankster and screenwriter
This is a fantastic podcast episode with the amazing, Mikey Bharj, He is an actor/screenwriter/director/editor/musician and award winning stand-up comedian…
The comedians paradiseCan you win an Edinburgh award with legs?
This is a fantastic podcast episode with the amazing, Julia Masli, Julia Masli is an Estonian born, London based performer, theatre-maker and clown. She is…
The comedians paradiseMalaysia's first full-time comedy club
This is a fantastic podcast episode with the amazing, Rizal Van Geyzel, co-founder and co-owner of Crackhouse comedy club, Malaysias' first full-time comedy…
The comedians paradiseWhat comedians can learn from a voiceover artist
In this episode we speak to the amazing Dian Perry, a US voiceover artist, teacher and voiceover coach based in London with over 20 years in the industry…
The comedians paradiseCombining magic and comedy
Wayne the weird or Wayne Shakespeare is a comedian and magician, who has been performing for corporate clients, private parties, weddings, restaurants and even…
The comedians paradiseDealing with comedians and criminals
Matt Price has been a comedian for a very long time. He has performed in 30 countries including fiver tours of Australia and he hosts a podcast called…
The comedians paradiseSan Francisco comedy scene
Pam Benjamin has been the Director of Mutiny Radio since 2013, a free speech, internet streaming podcast hub from the Mission district of San Francisco…
The comedians paradiseCombining poetry with standup
Max Kerwien is a standup comedian, actor, and award winning poet originally from Seattle, Washington. His silly and biting humor has won over audiences all…
The comedians paradiseWhat being a variety performer has given me
Todays guest is Dr Naomi Paxton, a performer, writer, broadcaster, and researcher.She is currently employed as Knowledge Exchange Fellow at the Royal Central…
The comedians paradiseHow San Diego and Houston comedy scenes shaped me
In this episode we talk to the magnificent, amazing Bilal Young, a very determined and hungry comedian. He gives a brief intro into the San Diego scene…
The comedians paradiseWhat separates the open-mic from professional comedians
Todays guest is arising star of the mainstream and urban comedy circuit, Darran Griffiths. He is a comedian, host and podcaster born and raised in Harlow, to…
The comedians paradiseHow to not get f*cked
This is an episode with Lucio Buffalmano , Lucio's purpose and life goal is to advance, codify, and teach a fresh and groundbreaking approach to social and…
The comedians paradiseThe Northern Ireland comedy scene
Hello and welcome to another episode of the Comedians paradise, a podcast, where we speak to amazing and fabulous individuals that will inspire comedians to…
The comedians paradiseHow I made a career roasting the French
In this episode we talk to French superstar comedian, Paul Taylor. He is a comedian who left Apple and built a huge fanbase, through his famous, "WTF France…
The comedians paradiseWisdom from a Boston comedy veteran
Casey McNeal is a Boston comedian and humorist. Often described as "Addicted to Disorders," he regularly brings his mental rants to Clubs throughout New…
The comedians paradiseHow I moved from Zimbabwe into the South African comedy scene
Todays guest is Long John, an award-winning comedian from Zimbabwe who immigrated to South Africa. It is a remarkable story of making the most of what you…
The comedians paradiseMy experience of winning comedy competitions
This an episode with one of the rising stars of the UK comedy scene, Finlay Christie. He won "So you think your funny," the biggest comedy competition in the…
The comedians paradiseHow comics can thrive in these difficult times
Todays guest is the remarkable, Benjamin Bankole Bello. He is the creator of President Obonjo, one of the best comedy characters in the UK comedy scene. He is…
The comedians paradiseStarting comedy at 70
Todays guest is Lynn Ruth Miller. She is an 87 year old comedian, author and cabaret star. Starting stand up at the age of 70, travelling the world and moving…
The comedians paradiseWhats it like in open mic comedy across the globe
Making people laugh is the greatest feeling in the world, the challenges you have to overcome are not. Join comedian and promoter Marvin McCarthy as he…
The comedians paradiseHow to run the best comedy chain in the UK
Making people laugh is the greatest feeling in the world, the challenges you have to overcome are not. Join comedian and promoter Marvin McCarthy as he…
The comedians paradiseHow to build an Edinburgh show
Making people laugh is the greatest feeling in the world, the challenges you have to overcome are not. Join comedian and promoter Marvin McCarthy as he…
The comedians paradiseHow not to be distracted by others success
Making people laugh is the greatest feeling in the world, the challenges you have to overcome are not. Join comedian and promoter Marvin McCarthy each Thursday…
The comedians paradiseWisdom from a Comedy Central Latin America comedian
Making people laugh is the greatest feeling in the world, the challenges you have to overcome are not. Join comedian and promoter Marvin McCarthy each Thursday…
The comedians paradiseAn Expat comedian in Australia
Welcome to another episode of The Comedians paradise podcast, this is where Marvin meets unique and larger-than-life characters that help comedians turn their…
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How to master your email marketing as a comedian
Welcome to another episode of The Comedians paradise podcast, this is where Marvin meets unique and larger-than-life characters that help comedians turn their…
The comedians paradiseDo you want Tiktok fame?
Welcome to another episode of The Comedians paradise podcast, this is where Marvin meets unique and larger-than-life characters that help comedians turn their…