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Comedy moments from the comedians of the moment. Hosted by Claire Hooper. Proudly brought to you by the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and OPPO.

  1. Remembering the wedding with Rhys Nicholson and Zoë Coombs Marr

    22.4.

    Remembering the wedding with Rhys Nicholson and Zoë Coombs Marr

    Ten years ago, something happened that no one could ever have predicted - comedians Rhys Nicholson and Zoë Coombs Marr got legally married on the Festival Club stage. In this episode, the pair discuss how the idea came to be, what their real-life partners thought of the nuptials, and what the wedding was really about.   Follow Rhys Nicholson on Instagram @rhysnicholson Follow Zoë Coombs Marr on Instagram @zoecoombsmarr Follow Claire Hooper on Instagram @theclairehooper Other ways to follow the #MICF funnies: Facebook: / melbournecomedy Instagram: / melbcomedyfestival TikTok: / melbcomedyfestival YouTube: / TheMelbComedyFest Join our mailing list: https://micf26.au/mailinglist Thanks to OPPO for supporting this podcast. For more, head to https://www.oppo.com/au/

    34 min
  2. When it all comes full circle with Ivan Aristeguieta and Rove McManus

    15.4.

    When it all comes full circle with Ivan Aristeguieta and Rove McManus

    These days, Ivan Aristeguieta is a beloved award-winning comedian, but 20 years ago, he was just a budding Venezuelan comedian who became obsessed with watching clips from Rove Live, hosted by Rove McManus. Years later, Ivan found himself on a reboot on Rove's show, and they're here today to tell the tale. In this episode, the pair discuss the trials and tribulations of live TV gigs, how to maintain community over competition, and why Australian comedians are so nice. Follow Ivan Aristeguieta on Instagram @ivancomedy Follow Rove McManus on Instagram @rovemcmanus Follow Claire Hooper on Instagram @theclairehooper Other ways to follow the #MICF funnies: Facebook: / melbournecomedy Instagram: / melbcomedyfestival TikTok: / melbcomedyfestival YouTube: / TheMelbComedyFest Join our mailing list: https://micf26.au/mailinglist Thanks to OPPO for supporting this podcast. For more, head to https://www.oppo.com/au/

    30 min
  3. The advice that changed everything with Pete Helliar and Rowan Thambar

    8.4.

    The advice that changed everything with Pete Helliar and Rowan Thambar

    Pete Helliar thinks he met Rowan Thambar while working together on The Project - what he doesn't remember is judging the Class Clowns National Grand Final that Rowan was a finalist in years earlier. Rowan remembers it clear as day, as well as the life-changing advice that Pete gave him after the show. In this episode, the pair discuss their time working together on The Project, what it feels like working with the comedians you once simply admired, and why you shouldn't wear sunglasses on stage. Follow Pete Helliar on Instagram @pjhelliar Follow Rowan Thambar on Instagram @rowanthambar_ Follow Claire Hooper on Instagram @theclairehooper Other ways to follow the #MICF funnies: Facebook: / melbournecomedy Instagram: / melbcomedyfestival TikTok: / melbcomedyfestival YouTube: / TheMelbComedyFest Join our mailing list: https://micf26.au/mailinglist Thanks to OPPO for supporting this podcast. For more, head to https://www.oppo.com/au/

    27 min
  4. Comedy gig horror stories with Bron Lewis and Nick Cody

    1.4.

    Comedy gig horror stories with Bron Lewis and Nick Cody

    Every great comedian has one gig that haunts them forever. For rising comedy superstar Bron Lewis, that gig occurred several years ago when she bombed spectacularly in front of radio presenter and comedy legend, Nick Cody. Thankfully, he doesn't quite remember it the way she does. In this episode, the pair discuss how they got their starts, the joys of corporate comedy, and share the horror gigs they'll never forget.  Follow Nick Cody on Instagram @thenickcody  Follow Bron Lewis on Instagram @bronlewiscomedy  Follow Claire Hooper on Instagram @theclairehooper Other ways to follow the #MICF funnies: Facebook: / melbournecomedy Instagram: / melbcomedyfestival TikTok: / melbcomedyfestival YouTube: / TheMelbComedyFest Join our mailing list: https://micf26.au/mailinglist Thanks to OPPO for supporting this podcast. For more, head to https://www.oppo.com/au/

    32 min
  5. The confession years in the making with Lizzy Hoo and Kushi Venkatesh

    25.3.

    The confession years in the making with Lizzy Hoo and Kushi Venkatesh

    Lizzy Hoo and Kushi Venkatesh met in 2023 at the Class Clowns National Grand Final, and despite the fact they were host and competitor, they've been friends ever since. In this episode, the pair discuss the interests that brought them together, outfit choices on stage, and the advice Lizzy gave Kushi all those years ago that she's finally taken on board. Follow Lizzy Hoo on Instagram @lizzyhoo Follow Kushi Venkatesh on Instagram @kushi.venkatesh Follow Claire Hooper on Instagram @theclairehooper Other ways to follow the #MICF funnies: Facebook: / melbournecomedy Instagram: / melbcomedyfestival TikTok: / melbcomedyfestival YouTube: / TheMelbComedyFest Join our mailing list: https://micf26.au/mailinglist Thanks to OPPO for supporting this podcast. For more, head to https://www.oppo.com/au/

    26 min
  6. 34 years without rehearsals with The Umbilical Brothers

    18.3.

    34 years without rehearsals with The Umbilical Brothers

    David Collins and Shane Dundas met at acting school almost forty years ago, and have worked together as comedy duo The Umbilical Brothers ever since. In this episode, the pair discuss the formative assignments that shaped their comedy style, their thoughts on stretching and rehearsing, and discover the reason they work so well together. Follow The Umbilical Brothers on Instagram @umbilicalbrothers Follow David Collins on Instagram @yesdavidcollins Follow Claire Hooper on Instagram @theclairehooper Other ways to follow the #MICF funnies: Facebook: / melbournecomedy Instagram: / melbcomedyfestival TikTok: / melbcomedyfestival YouTube: / TheMelbComedyFest Join our mailing list: https://micf26.au/mailinglist Thanks to OPPO for supporting this podcast. For more, head to https://www.oppo.com/au/

    30 min
  7. From the seats to the stage with Maddy Weeks and David Quirk

    11.3.

    From the seats to the stage with Maddy Weeks and David Quirk

    Maddy Weeks first fell in love with comedy at 17 years old, when David Quirk came to town with the Melbourne Comedy Festival Roadshow. 11 years later, Maddy had the ultimate full circle moment, when they found themself performing with David on the Melbourne Comedy Festival Roadshow. In this episode, the pair talk about David's unique choice of CD merch, what it's like doing comedy in a regional town, and how to fall back in love with comedy after burning out. Follow Maddy Weeks on Instagram @maddyyweeks Follow David Quirk on Instagram @dedbeet Follow Claire Hooper on Instagram @theclairehooper Other ways to follow the #MICF funnies: Facebook: / melbournecomedy Instagram: / melbcomedyfestival TikTok: / melbcomedyfestival YouTube: / TheMelbComedyFest Join our mailing list: https://micf26.au/mailinglist Thanks to OPPO for supporting this podcast. For more, head to https://www.oppo.com/au/

    26 min
  8. Laughter and medicine with Georgie Carroll and Noah Szto

    4.3.

    Laughter and medicine with Georgie Carroll and Noah Szto

    Georgie Carroll and Noah Szto have a few things in common - including that they're both comedians and medical professionals. In this episode, the pair discuss whether you can work in comedy and medicine at the same time, how both industries are different, and reveal the truth behind the stories they tell on stage. Follow Georgie Carroll on Instagram @nurse_georgie_carroll Follow Noah Szto on Instagram @nozzystuff Follow Claire Hooper on Instagram @theclairehooper Other ways to follow the #MICF funnies: Facebook: / melbournecomedy Instagram: / melbcomedyfestival TikTok: / melbcomedyfestival YouTube: / TheMelbComedyFest Join our mailing list: https://micf26.au/mailinglist Thanks to OPPO for supporting this podcast. For more, head to https://www.oppo.com/au/

    28 min
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