The Comedy Writers Group

Marcel Blanch-de Wilt
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The Comedy Writers Group is determined to de-mystify the worlds of stand-up comedy, sketch, and screenwriting in an effort to make this world a lot more approachable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Writing for Urzila (with Penny Greenhalgh)

    4 MAY

    Writing for Urzila (with Penny Greenhalgh)

    This week I'm joined by returning favourite, Penny Greenhalgh. Penny is a TV writer, actor, clown, director - she does it all! I wanted to chat to about her experience as sketch-writer on the new ABC sketch series Urzila, starring the iconic Urzila Carlson. We talk about what it's like in the writers room, before getting into Penny's relationship with directing solo shows, writing to a formula, and we explore the "rules" when it comes to getting earnest in a festival show. I also pitch Penny a sketch! Stick around at the end for a little preview of a split-bill coming to Melbourne Fringe. Follow @pennyagreenhalgh Follow your host, @marcelthecomedian Follow The Comedy Writers Group on instagram and join the patreon. Unlock our online meet-ups and workshopsAccess weekly bonus episodesAccess the first 90 episodes of the podcastExclusive access to our discord and facebook groups Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 10min
  2. Is This Anything? (with Mandy Scotney, Rachael Sue Ragland, and Kirsty Carr)

    27 APR

    Is This Anything? (with Mandy Scotney, Rachael Sue Ragland, and Kirsty Carr)

    We're back with a special Sydney Comedy Festival edition of Is This Anything? where we workshop material live on the show. I'm joined by three brilliant comedians (and longtime Comedy Writers Group members!), Mandy Scotney, Rachael Sue Ragland, and Kirsty Carr, to hear about their upcoming SCF solo debuts before throwing some joke ideas around. We also chat about Newcastle Fringe, Sydney Fringe, and the realities of being your own producer. Follow @_kirstycarr_ Follow @rachaelsueragland Follow @mandy_scotney Follow your host, @marcelthecomedian Follow The Comedy Writers Group on instagram and join the patreon. Unlock on our online meet-ups and workshopsAccess weekly bonus episodesAccess the first 90 episodes of the podcastExclusive access to our discord and facebook groups Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 15min
  3. Raw Comedy (with Jorgia Rice)

    21 APR

    Raw Comedy (with Jorgia Rice)

    This week I'm joined by Raw Comedy National Finalist, Jorgia Rice. Jorgia represented Victoria in the iconic open mic competition. We discuss her experience leading up to the big day and how she felt stepping onto the stage at the Melbourne Town Hall. We also chat a lot about the value of a healthy mindset and what motivated Jorgia to document the whole thing on her blog. Featuring cameos from fellow competitors Aidan Mungai, Antoine Basseto, Tilly Harrison, and Joshua Pillay. Follow @jorgia.withaj Follow your host, @marcelthecomedian Follow The Comedy Writers Group on instagram and join the patreon. Unlock on our online meet-ups and workshopsAccess weekly bonus episodesAccess the first 90 episodes of the podcastExclusive access to our discord and facebook groups Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 19min
  4. Comedy by Design (with Elliot Ulm)

    13 APR

    Comedy by Design (with Elliot Ulm)

    This week I'm joined by the brilliant Elliot Ulm! Elliot is a comedian and improviser that you might know from his huge following on the socials making comedy out of graphic design. Elliot is in town for the Melbourne International Comedy Festival with his show, Book Signing. We cover a lot of ground from naming shows, imposter syndrome, growing an online fanbase, social anxiety, and get stuck into how it all began with a single post. Follow @elliotisacoolguy Follow your host, @marcelthecomedian Follow The Comedy Writers Group on instagram and join the patreon. Unlock on our online meet-ups and workshopsAccess weekly bonus episodesAccess the first 90 episodes of the podcastExclusive access to our discord and facebook groups Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 16min
  5. Making It (with John Safran)

    6 APR

    Making It (with John Safran)

    This week I'm joined by the legendary writer and filmmaker, John Safran. We chat about how his career started with Race Around the World and the upcoming reboot. We talk about the difference between writing books versus making TV shows, and the behind-the-scenes of how things get made. The Comedy Writers Group is a podcast where we explore the behind-the-scenes of all things writing and performing comedy. This is a podcast for comedians and the comedy-curious, anyone who wants practical insight into the comedy world. We're Australian-based but we feature guests from around the world. Follow @JohnSafran Follow your host, @marcelthecomedian Follow The Comedy Writers Group on instagram and join the patreon. Unlock on our online meet-ups and workshopsAccess weekly bonus episodesAccess the first 90 episodes of the podcastExclusive access to our discord and facebook groups Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 4min
  6. Finding Your Clown (with Elf Lyons)

    30 MAR

    Finding Your Clown (with Elf Lyons)

    This week I'm joined by comedian and "Gaulier-trained harlequin", Elf Lyons. We chat about how we first met at the iconic and infamous Adelaide Fringe venue, The Producers Hotel and take a trip down memory lane. We discuss how those early days informed the next ten years of Elf's career. We get stuck into clowning, teaching, genre, and class. Follow Elf Lyons: https://www.instagram.com/elflyons Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
  7. Comedy & Football (with Chloe Petts)

    23 MAR

    Comedy & Football (with Chloe Petts)

    This week I'm joined by Chloe Petts (Have I Got News For You, Hannah Gadsby's Gender Agenda) to chat about her show Big Naturals to the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Chloe explains why MICF is her favourite festival in the world before playing a game of F*ck, Marry, Kill alongside Edinburgh Fringe and Just For Laughs. We also navigate networking, vomiting before shows, and the relationship between athletes and comedians. Stick around at the end of the episode to hear Gen Fricker and Tor Snyder workshop a new joke with me. Follow Chloe. Follow your host, Marcel Blanch-de Wilt. Follow The Comedy Writers Group on instagram and join the patreon. Unlock on our online meet-ups and workshopsAccess weekly bonus episodesAccess the first 90 episodes of the podcastExclusive access to our discord and facebook groups Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 12min
  8. Trauma + Stand-Up (with James Barr)

    19 MAR ·  BONUS

    Trauma + Stand-Up (with James Barr)

    They said that tragedy + time = comedy. What if you didn't want to wait? What if you wanted to talk about your experience immediately? This week I'm joined by James Barr to chat about his show coming to Australia, Sorry I Hurt Your Son (Said My Ex to My Mum). We talk about the process of turning a traumatic experience into a stand-up show, the challenging first season, working with collaborators, the power of permission, and being "OK". Follow James. Follow your host, Marcel Blanch-de Wilt. Follow The Comedy Writers Group on instagram and join the patreon. Unlock on our online meet-ups and workshopsAccess weekly bonus episodesAccess the first 90 episodes of the podcastExclusive access to our discord and facebook groups Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1hr 9min
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The Comedy Writers Group is determined to de-mystify the worlds of stand-up comedy, sketch, and screenwriting in an effort to make this world a lot more approachable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Marcel Blanch-de Wilt
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    102
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Marcel Blanch-de Wilt
  • Show Website
    The Comedy Writers Group

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