It's Funny Because It's True

It's Funny Because It's True

Inbetweener's star Alex Macqueen is joined by Timothy Clyde on a mission to uncover what makes funny funny. They interview performers, writers, directors & more in their mission to uncover the DNA behind good jokes. Join them through this exploration, and who knows maybe they will uncover that it is funny because it is true! You can also watch the episodes and stay up to date here: https://tr.ee/IFBIT

Episodes

April 1, 2025 51 mins

Tim and Alex are back, for the final time this season. In this weeks episode they interview the wonderful stand up Joe Wells! How does he write his shows? Is there a science behind good stand up? What was Joe's worst gig? Listen to the episode now to hear all this and more!

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Alex and Tim are back... with something a bit different. This week they are speaking to the genius Professor Sophie Scott, an neuroscientist expert on laughter! Watch along as Alex and Tim get their whole view of comedy turned upside down.

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Alex and Tim are back! This week they are investigating the role of the keepers of the vision: the directors. They are joined by the brilliantly funny and charming Chris Addison. They talk Thick of It, Monty Python and how to craft the perfect shot.

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February 25, 2025 46 mins

Alex and Tim are on a roll, uncovering the DNA of comedy’s greatest moments. This week, they’re joined by the brilliant writer and performer Matt Lucas! They’ll dive into his creative process, how he and David Walliams collaborate, and what it takes to craft a hit show.

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February 25, 2025 46 mins

Alex and Tim are back investigating what makes things funny. This week they have the expert editor Billy Sneddon in the studio! They talk Thick of It, Billy Connolly and secret tips for keeping your director happy.

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February 25, 2025 58 mins

It's Funny Because It's True has arrived! Kicking off the Podcast Alex and Tim interview the wonderful Rob Brydon. They discuss Gavin and Stacey, the Trip and what Rob thinks makes all his performances so funny.

Check back every Tuesday for new episodes as we work to uncover the truth behind good comedy.

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