8 episodes

Roxy Dunn and Alys Metcalf interview a different woman from the world of comedy each week, in partnership with Comedy 50:50. Whether they're notable comedy actors, renowned writers or simply an amazing stand-up, this shows attempts to find out what comedy has taught them, and how it has shaped their life beyond the stage or screen.
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This Is Your Laugh Great Big Owl

    • Comedy
    • 5.0 • 40 Ratings

Roxy Dunn and Alys Metcalf interview a different woman from the world of comedy each week, in partnership with Comedy 50:50. Whether they're notable comedy actors, renowned writers or simply an amazing stand-up, this shows attempts to find out what comedy has taught them, and how it has shaped their life beyond the stage or screen.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Doon Mackichan

    Doon Mackichan

    We talk to Doon about not wasting time and energy on social media, her campaign against violence towards women on screen, and how we should all try to become less tame and more wild (and of course Smack The Pony gets a mention!)
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    • 1 hr 3 min
    Daisy Haggard

    Daisy Haggard

    We talk to star of BBC sitcom Back To Life, Daisy Haggard, about everything from side jobs, managing expectations, not being afraid of being an idiot, creating characters and finding balance!
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    • 37 min
    Dawn French

    Dawn French

    The incredible Dawn French joins us on the phone to chat about many things, including: being a functioning introvert, how she accidentally fell into her career and how she will always resist thinking of it as a job!
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    • 33 min
    Olga Koch

    Olga Koch

    In this week’s episode we speak to stand-up comedian, Olga Koch, riffing on Russian politics, stealing artistic content from your own family, what the future looks like for artists with the rise of AI, and most importantly, the hilarity of dabbing.
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    • 34 min
    Tiff Stevenson

    Tiff Stevenson

    Our guest today is stand-up, writer, and actor, Tiff Stevenson. We discuss a myriad of topics...from finding the funny within contentious subjects, mining your surroundings for creating characters, being vocal within the industry, and the necessity of having to back yourself.
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    • 53 min
    Lily Brazier

    Lily Brazier

    In this week's episode we chat to actor Lily Brazier (People Just Do Nothing, Wannabe) about imposter syndrome, the other side to fame, blagging it (or not), and her obsession with the truth. And lava lamps.
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    • 40 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
40 Ratings

40 Ratings

DaisyJorgensen ,

Brilliant!

Fantastic stuff, easy and engaging listening, lovely hosts and lot’s of interesting insight into the world of comedy!

GKtron ,

Love this

Really interesting discussion. Very enjoyable, laidback and fun style.

Robster Benny B ,

GREAT listen!

Susan is a great guest and I really like the energetic style of interviewing. Quite unusual to have two interviewers but it works really well! Have subscribed and will definitely listen to more!!

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