Comedy in a Nutshell
In this podcast I ask the big questions, What is comedy? Who is it, and why is it? To help me I’ve enlisted the help of comedians, performers, promoters, and fans like myself, to discuss what comedy means to them, and to sum all their experience up in a nutshell. Please remember to like, subscribe, rate, review and share. Thank you! For information about me and the more than 1600 comedians I’ve seen live over the last 40+ years, as well as links to upcoming live comedy shows and more, visit my website www.thecomedynerd.com
Episodes
In this episode I spoke with comedian Liam Withnail who talked about total control, a toxic environment and goblin mode.
'Liam Withnail: Big Strong Boy' at Edinburgh Fringe
'Liam Withnail: Big Strong Boy' UK Tour 2025
Instagram @liamwithnail
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Kayleigh Jones who talked about needing permission, life changing things, pushing the ridiculousness and a skill bucket.
‘Kayleigh Jones: I Fed My Dad to a Pelican’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @kayleigh_m_jones
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
In this episode I spoke with comedian Marjolein Robertson who talked about the year of the funk, the Brothers Grimm, DMT and shadow work.
‘Marjolein Robertson: Lein’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @marjoleinrobertson
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
In this episode I spoke with actor and comedian Charlie Mulliner who talked about facing a little drum, forgetting how to make conversation and being in it for the long game.
‘Love Hunt’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @cmulliner
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Alfie Packham who talked about doing a little dance, a good fun friend and two different games.
‘Alfie Packham: My Apologies to the Chef’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @alfiepackham
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Holly Spillar who talked about performing for bears, Grimes' rooftop instruments and determination.
‘Holly Spillar: Tall Child’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @hollyspillar
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In this episode I spoke with comedian Ben Pope who talked about loneliness, Princes of Main, a new funny word and a big, juicy entertaining show.
‘Ben Pope: The Cut’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @popesbenedict
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
In this episode I spoke with comedian Sam Nicoresti who talked about identity, Weirdos unwashed wigs, splashing around in a puddle and having nothing.
‘Sam Nicoresti: Baby Doomer’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @samnicoresti
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
In this episode I spoke with comedian Sikisa Bostwick-Barnes who talked about choosing between bitches, ugly laughing, wrestling and immigration.
‘Sikisa: Serving Justice’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @sikisacomedy
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
In this episode I spoke with comedian Jonny Pelham who talked about digging into the truth, trying to be more silly and a French Post-Modernist.
‘Jonny Pelham: Is it Me?’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @jonny_pelham
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
In this episode I spoke with comedian Candace Bryan who talked about tequila, Meyers-Briggs, a giant statue of Elvis and Ping-Pong.
‘Candace Bryan: MILF - Mom I'd Like to Find’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @CandaceBryan
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Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
In this episode I spoke with comedian Katie Green who talked about staying in your lane, trauma bonding and a raincoat in August.
"What Men Want" (Katie Green & Evaldas Karosas) at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @KatieGcomedy
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
In this episode I spoke with comedian Burt Williamson who talked about poetry, boredom, SNL and that marine biology bit.
‘Burt Williamson: 104kg of Pure Banter’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @BurtComedian
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
In this episode I spoke with comedian Darran Griffiths who talked about being unreasonable, dark comic moments and redemption.
Instagram @DarranGriff
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
In this episode I spoke with comedian Katie Norris who talked about The Angel Agency, not taking their clothes off and the Bloomsbury connection.
‘Katie Norris: Go West, Old Maid’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @KatieNorris26
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
In this episode I spoke with comedian Juliet Meyers who talked about trembling bum cheeks, the open mic scene, getting a dog and willies.
Instagram @JulesyMeyers
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
In this episode I spoke with comedian Charlie Vero-Martin who talked about a potted plant, an unwanted dog cage, birthing characters and being a weirdo.
Instagram @CharlieVMartin
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
In this episode I spoke with comedian Lucas Jefcoate who talked about being a terrible employee, confidence in your voice and a full-circle moment.
Instagram @LucasJefcoate
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
In this episode I spoke with singer and comedian Anna Hale who talked about an idea for a tune, a mix of two therapists and an ever-ready kazoo.
‘Anna Hale: Control Freak’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @AllHaleAnna
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
In this episode I spoke with comedian Abby Wambaugh who talked about the Danish comedy scene, being a vacuum cleaner, a surprising big number 9, winning 12 pairs of shoes and finishing something.
'Abby Wambaugh: The First 3 Minutes of 17 Shows' at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @AbbyWambaugh
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
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