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John Tothill Apr 30, 2026

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John Tothill is one of the most exciting stand-ups to come out of the UK in recent years. Debuting in 2023, he’s now on his third show with This Must Be Heaven - the story of his near death experience and an underwhelming cruise. In this episode we discuss:

the brutal truth about moving from open mics to pro gigs
why early WIPs are often funnier than complete shows
the loneliness of being trapped on a cruise ship after bombing every night
why crowd work makes him uncomfortable
scaling material up for bigger rooms while supporting Alan Davies
and we find out if John Tothill is happy…

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the realisation that not everyone will get your material, but the right people really will
what trait is most likely to obstruct success
why “doing the work” often looks like not doing the work at all
and the fear about where the world goes next…

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Catch Up with John: You can see John Tothill: This Must Be Heaven tomorrow at Mach (if you’re reading this as it’s released), London on 22nd May and in Edinburgh this summer. Find all the dates at campsite.bio/johntothill. Also, you can keep-up-date with John on Instagram, @johntothill.

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Everything I'm up to: Come and see me LIVE including dates in Mach this weekend, LA next weekand lots of other places after then! Find out all the info and more at stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy. Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at stuartgoldsmith.com/climate.

Get in touch: If you’re listening and thinking ‘I’d love to work with ComComPod on getting something out there’ or ‘there’s someone you should absolutely have on’ - drop us an email at callum@comedianscomedian.com!

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Jonno Johnson Apr 23, 2026

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Most people in the comedy world will know Jonno Johnson as a third of the sketch trio Sheeps, but most recently he’s taken up the role of Head Writer at SNL UK! In this episode recorded in January 2026, we discuss:

the hidden world of sketch writing and script editing
why he wanted to be the Chuckle Brothers
how he manages on-stage anxiety in real time
Jonno’s musical talents from writing pantomimes to freestyle raps
the Sheeps approach of building a sketch with structure, misdirection and building towards something bigger than it seems
the hidden fear of a show's attendance over the performance
the turning point of getting out of your own way
and Jonno's advice for aspiring comedy writers

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the audition that made him swear off auditions entirely
why there’s no real “community” in sketch comedy anymore
and how admiration within your own circle can shape what you make

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Catch Up with Jonno: Jonno: Here Comes Mr Funnyis at the Edinburgh Fringe this summer at the Monkey Barrel 2. You can also follow Jonno on Instagram, @thisisjonno.

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Everything I'm up to: Come and see me LIVE including dates in Bristol, Marlborough, LA and Mach! Find out all the info and more at stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy. Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at stuartgoldsmith.com/climate.

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Ellie Taylor (2019): ComCompendium Apr 16, 2026

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Welcome back for another delve into the ComComPod archives, this time with episode 308 with Ellie Taylor where we discuss:

the absurd concept of Show Me the Funny
how her happy life outside of comedy protects her
the weird science of writing
and why she "can't do clever topics"

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Catch Up with Ellie: You can keep up to date with Ellie by joining her mailing list at ellietaylorcomedy.com and follow on Instagram, @elliejanetaylor.

Everything I'm up to: Come and see me LIVE - find out all the info and more at stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy. Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at stuartgoldsmith.com/climate.

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Flo & Joan (2019): ComCompendium Apr 09, 2026

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This week we’re delving back into the archives and going to episode 320 with the musical comedy genius of Flo & Joan where we discuss:

going from open mics to a special on Amazon Prime in just four years
the inside story on their Royal Variety Performance
why going viral makes you turn your phone off
what they learnt from the Canadian improv scene
and how shaking an egg is harder than it looks...

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Catch Up with Flo & Joan: Flo & Joan are on tour through the UK and Ireland from September! Find all the dates and more at floandjoan.com.

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Charlene Kaye Apr 02, 2026

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Charlene Kaye is a musician and comedian based in New York who has toured the world, opening for bands like the Arctic Monkeys and Metallica. You may have seen her "Every Taylor Swift Song" skit which now sits at out 100 million views - or in her two cover bands, Guns N’ Hoses (all-girl GNR) and Labiahead (all girl Radiohead).

She's now back with her new show Diversity Shredder, including dates at London's Underbelly. In this episode we discuss:

why Tenacious D and Flight of the Conchords works so well
is the feeling of being a rockstar and a comedian the same thing?
does being successful in one creative field help starting in stand-up
building her first stand-up show from a notebook about her mum
performing to incompatible fan bases
hacking algorithms through retention loops and hook writing
how a Taylor Swift parody changed everything
and we find out if Charlene is happy...

Join the Insiders Club atPatreon.com/ComComPod where you can instantly WATCH the full episode and get access to 15 minutes of exclusive extras including:

how ego shows up differently in music vs comedy
when your safety net becomes part of the act
and turning real-life tension into art

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Catch Up with Charlene: Charlene Kaye: Diversity Shredder is at at London's Underbelly next week on Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th April. You find out more live dates at kayeofficial.com. You can also follow her on Instagram, @charlenekaye.

Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at Patreon.com/ComComPod:

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Everything I'm up to: Come and see me LIVE including dates in Bristol, London, Manchester, Stoke, Marlborough, LA and Mach! Find out all the info and more at stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy. Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at stuartgoldsmith.com/climate.

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Johnny Marriott from PET NEEDS: NonComPod Mar 27, 2026

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I’m joined by Johnny Marriott from PET NEEDS for a very special NonComPod. The Colchester punk-fuelled melodic rock four-piece who’ve supported The Hives, Frank Turner and Flogging Molly are back with their fourth studio album, ELBOWS OUT! THIS IS CAPITALISM, which is out today. We discuss:

how the band survived through playing in strangers' living rooms
the real economics on being in a band in 2026
how becoming a parent shapes a creative career
why punk isn’t dead… it’s just complicated now
the complex nature of parasocial relationships
managing anxiety in creative work
and we find out if Johnny is happy...

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the parallels between song writing and stand-up
the strange pressure of releasing new music
and how lifestyle changes have shaped the band

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Catch Up with PET NEEDS: PET NEEDS’ fourth studio ‘ELBOWS OUT! THIS IS CAPITALISM’ is out now wherever you buy records from! Find out more about the band at petneedsband.com.

Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at Patreon.com/ComComPod:

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Everything I'm up to: Come and see me LIVE including dates in London, Manchester, Stoke, Milton Keynes, Bristol, Marlborough, Mach, Monmouth and LA! Find out all the info and more at stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy.

Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at stuartgoldsmith.com/climate.

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Chris Fleming (2019): ComCompendium Mar 19, 2026

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YouTube-famous glam-rock showpig Chris Fleming has amassed a legion of fans through brilliantly funny music videos, such as "I'm Afraid To Talk To Men", "Grad-Student Shuffle" and "Polyamorous". Chris Fleming: Live at The Palace, is now streaming on HBO Max so what better reason to resurface this episode originally released on Halloween in 2019, where we talk about:

drowning in stand-up and clawing a way back to shore through developing live work for the internet
proving one isn't "a YouTuber"
the "restrictive freedom" of comedy
and whether Chris is a real pariah or just a wannabe…

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Catch Up with Chris: Chris Fleming: Live at The Palace, is now streaming on HBO Max!

Everything I'm up to: Come and see me LIVE including dates in Bristol, London, Manchester, Stoke, Marlborough, Mach and LA! Find out all the info and more at stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy. Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at stuartgoldsmith.com/climate.

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Joyelle Nicole Johnson Mar 12, 2026

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Joyelle Nicole Johnson is a US comedian known for bringing joy to the stage! Joyelle has performed on Late Night with Seth Meyers, is the permanent guest host on Sirius XM's Godfrey Complex and is currently the warm up comic for Hasan Minhaj's Patriot Act on Netflix.

In this episode we discuss:

why American comedians are seriously considering leaving the US
learning to tell brutal truths while still keeping the audience onside
why nerves can be a sign of respect for the audience
the night a heckler rushed the stage during her set in Harlem
how artists can’t thrive creatively when they don’t feel safe
why becoming a comedian requires “a little bit of delusion”
and we find out if Joyelle is happy...

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learning to use your voice
how people cosplay comfort
and why influencers often fail on stage

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Catch Up with Joyelle: Joyelle’s special Lovejoy is out now on Peacock if you’re in the US and you can listen to her album Yell Joy at Blonde Medicine. You can also follow on Instagram, @JoyelleNicole.

Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at Patreon.com/ComComPod:

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Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at stuartgoldsmith.com/climate.

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James Acaster | Hecklers Welcome (2024): ComCompendium Mar 06, 2026

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With James Acaster's Hecklers Welcome hitting over 400 cinema screens this weekend - we’re looking back at his 2024 appearance on the show. Originally released in two parts, we go in depth into the creation of the show including:

the moment that led to James taking breaking from stand-up
what it was like touring the show and if James still hates hecklers
and I put your questions to James, where we talk all things Ghostbusters, Bo Burnham and *that* Oscars moment.

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Catch Up with James: James Acaster - Cinemagoers Welcome is out now in cinemas, head to www.jamesacasterincinemas.com to find your local venue!

Everything I'm up to: Come and see me LIVE including dates in Bristol, London, Manchester, Stoke, Marlborough and Mach! Find out all the info and more at stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy. Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at stuartgoldsmith.com/climate.

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Ken Cheng Feb 27, 2026

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Ken Cheng is a stand-up comedian, writer and professional poker player, but is probably best known for being the master of going viral on LinkedIn with over 200,000 followers!

Outside of poking the corporate world, Ken has written for Have I Got News For You, Mock the Week and even created a Doctor Who audio episode. We discuss:

how LinkedIn satire accidentally became the biggest career pivot of his life
is poker psychology the same as being a stand-up
how signing up for an open mic with Ed Gamble changed everything
becoming a minor celebrity in the board game world
the realisation that the Fringe isn't your audience
and we find out if Ken Cheng is happy...

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turning LinkedIn satire into corporate gigs and serious money
the temptation to tour again and refusing to rip off an audience
and being commissioned to write for companies that don't even publish the work

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Catch Up with Ken: You can obviously connect with Ken professionally on LinkedIn, search “Ken Cheng”. For everything else, you can visit linktr.ee/kencheng.

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