The Humourology Podcast

Paul Boross

Paul Boross talks to the funniest and most successful leaders in business, sport and entertainment about how humour measurably improves your business and your life. Humourology is a study into why a good sense of humour is much more than a means to raise a smile – it’s a critical psychological defence against the stresses of everyday life, it’s the source of our resilience and it’s the secret weapon of all successful leaders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Sir Rupert Gavin on The Humourology Podcast

    2D AGO

    Sir Rupert Gavin on The Humourology Podcast

    Spending time with Sir Rupert Gavin is a reminder that real influence is human. It listens. It laughs. It stays curious. And it understands that audiences, whether in a theatre or a boardroom, want to feel seen. I recommend listening with an open mind, a sense of curiosity, and perhaps the thought that humour, used well, might be one of the most serious leadership tools we have. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 2m
  2. Angela Rippon on The Humourology Podcast

    JAN 20

    Angela Rippon on The Humourology Podcast

    Welcome to Season Eight of the Humourology Podcast and what a way to begin. My first guest of the new season is someone who needs no introduction, but absolutely deserves a proper conversation: Angela Rippon. Spending time with Angela is an object lesson in energy. She radiates enthusiasm, curiosity and warmth. She listens. She laughs easily. And she brings a sense of lightness to serious subjects without ever diminishing them. That combination, I would argue, is one of the reasons she has enjoyed such extraordinary longevity in broadcasting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  3. John Altman on The Humourology Podcast

    06/24/2025

    John Altman on The Humourology Podcast

    John Altman—BAFTA and Emmy-winning composer, conductor, and the man whose music has made you cry (Titanic), cheer (GoldenEye), and whistle with glee (Life of Brian). He’s scored some of cinema’s most iconic scenes, backed up rock royalty, and brought comic brilliance to the soundtrack of our lives. Altman grew up in a musically rich household where Judy Garland might drop in for tea and Jack Benny left boot polish on the antimacassars. With family connections to the London Palladium and showbiz royalty as regulars at the flat, John was surrounded by two things from birth: music and mirth. It’s no wonder he believes, as I do, that great music and great comedy share the same DNA. Both rely on rhythm, timing, and knowing exactly when to hold back and when to hit the big note—or the big laugh. He explains why so many comedians are failed musicians, and why so many musicians wish they were comedians. It’s all in the timing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 12m
  4. Pete Paphides on The Humourology Podcast

    06/03/2025

    Pete Paphides on The Humourology Podcast

    Pete’s extraordinary journey from a shy, silent boy in a Birmingham chip shop to one of the UK’s most distinctive voices in music journalism is at once hilarious, heartfelt, and deeply human. With a mind tuned to the subtext of pop and a pen that turns pathos into poetry, Pete masterfully connects the dots between music, identity, and emotion — all while making us laugh out loud. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 10m
  5. Hal Cruttenden on the Humourology Podcast Part Two

    05/06/2025

    Hal Cruttenden on the Humourology Podcast Part Two

    In this second episode with Hal, we were able to go into the darker and more complex ideas of how and why humour permeates through our lives. We dug into the idea of comedy as a coping mechanism, a pressure valve, and a way of reframing pain into something that lifts you. For Hal, humour isn’t just a performance - it’s a perspective. A way of saying, Yes, this hurts - but here’s why it’s also ridiculous. Hal is also extraordinarily generous with his advice and knowledge, we touched on lots of way for everybody to benefit from this, from top tips on how to find your authentic self on stage to his own comedic teachers such as Eric Morecambe, and what all of us can learn from some of the greatest performers ever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min
  6. Hal Cruttenden on the Humourology Podcast Part One

    04/29/2025

    Hal Cruttenden on the Humourology Podcast Part One

    When Hal Cruttenden joined me on The Humourology Podcast, I knew we were going to laugh. What I didn’t expect was just how much wisdom would come wrapped in wit, warmth, and the occasional well-aimed insult. Hal has that rare ability to be searingly honest and side-splittingly funny all at once. He’s a comic who can take the mickey out of you to your face and still leave you feeling loved. In this first half of our chat, we dig into why that ability to tease with tenderness might just be the secret sauce to great comedy - and great connection. Hal draws on his experience as a comedian, actor, presenter and writer to provide his own unique take on Humourology and the power of humour in our lives which makes for a fascinating conversation on the Humourology Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min
  7. Justin Moorhouse on The Humourology Podcast Part Two

    04/08/2025

    Justin Moorhouse on The Humourology Podcast Part Two

    If you thought Part 1 of our chat with Justin Moorhouse was a masterclass in making life’s mishaps hilarious, then Part 2 is where we get into the real psychology of comedy, confidence, and charisma. Justin’s insights aren’t just for comics; they’re for anyone who wants to master the art of connection, charisma, and confidence—whether you’re standing on a stage, pitching in a boardroom, or just trying to win over a tough crowd at Sunday lunch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  8. Justin Moorhouse on The Humourology Podcast Part One

    04/01/2025

    Justin Moorhouse on The Humourology Podcast Part One

    Humour, as Justin explains, isn’t just a form of entertainment; it’s a survival mechanism. Whether dodging disaster in the classroom or refining his comedic chops in front of tough Northern crowds, his journey reveals the resilience, adaptability, and sheer graft required to turn laughter into a career. Justin’s ability to find the funny in life’s absurdities makes this a must-listen for anyone looking to harness the power of humour—whether in business, leadership, or simply getting through the day with a grin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min
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Paul Boross talks to the funniest and most successful leaders in business, sport and entertainment about how humour measurably improves your business and your life. Humourology is a study into why a good sense of humour is much more than a means to raise a smile – it’s a critical psychological defence against the stresses of everyday life, it’s the source of our resilience and it’s the secret weapon of all successful leaders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Paul Boross
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    106
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Paul Boross
  • Show Website
    The Humourology Podcast