In The Room with Barry Ferns | Standup Comedy Podcast

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Welcome to In The Room — the comedy podcast by Barry Ferns, recorded live at London’s iconic Angel Comedy Club and The Bill Murray. Each month, Barry sits down with top and emerging stand-up comedians from the UK comedy circuit to talk writing, performance, and what really happens on stage. Raw, funny, and full of insider insight — it’s where stand-up comics get real about their craft.

  1. FEB 10

    In The Room with Barry Ferns: Rosie Holt | Standup Comedy Podcast

    This month Barry is joined by comedian and satirist Rosie Holt to talk about her performance at The Bill Murray and how her hit character Rosie Holt MP has grown over the years. They unpack how Rosie handles political chaos, why the character resonates so much, and how she builds satire that feels both funny and painfully real. A brilliant episode full of insight, craft and laughs. 💬 Follow & review to support the show — new episodes every month! Follow Rosie:👉 Twitter/IG: @RosieisaHolt👉 YouTube: Rosie HoltFollow Barry & Angel Comedy:👉 @barrybarryferns | @angelcomedy#RosieHolt #StandUpComedy #CharacterComedy #InTheRoomPodcast

    49 min

  2. JAN 7

    James Acaster Pt.1: In The Room with Barry Ferns | Standup Comedy Podcast

    Barry sits down with the phenomenal James Acaster for a deep dive into comedy, writing, fame and the creative process. They explore James' approach to building full shows, his experiences with rising visibility, and the many underrated comedians he met on the way up. Part 2 will delve into his new show JAMES ACASTER (Craig Simons Tribute Act). 💬 Follow the show & leave a review — new episodes every month! Be sure to get tickets to James's show while he is on tourhttps://www.jamesacaster.com/gigs/ Follow Barry & Angel Comedy: @barrybarryferns | @angelcomedy

    1h 15m

  3. 11/19/2025

    In The Room with Barry Ferns: Thor Stenhaug | Standup Comedy Podcast

    In this episode of In The Room, Barry Ferns chats with brilliant Norwegian comedian Thor Stenhaug. They dive into: finding your authentic voice as a stand-up, balancing online content with live performance, drawing material from personal experiences, and Thor’s brand-new show, now on tour. It’s a funny, thoughtful and wide-ranging conversation packed with insights for comedy fans and performers alike. Follow Thor here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thortellsjokes/ Tour dates & info: https://www.thorstenhaug.co.uk/ Follow Barry Ferns & Angel Comedy: Tiktok: tiktok.com/@barryfernsInstagram: instagram.com/barrybarryfernsTwitter: twitter.com/barryferns

    46 min

  4. 10/15/2025

    In The Room with Barry Ferns: Heidi Regan | Standup Comedy Podcast

    In this episode of In The Room, Barry Ferns chats with the thoughtful and hilarious Heidi Regan just after her set at Angel Comedy. They cover: 🌀 The power of stream of consciousness in comedy writing 🧠 Creating structure while leaving room for spontaneity 🧍‍♀️ How audience permission shapes performance 📆 Building consistent writing routines 📱 Why niche references sometimes win the internet A fascinating and funny look into one comic’s creative rhythm — packed with insight for writers, comics, and fans of clever stand-up. #HeidiRegan #InTheRoom #ComedyWriting #BarryFerns #StandUpPodcast #AlgorithmComedy #AngelComedy #WomenInComedy

    55 min

  5. 09/12/2025

    In The Room with Barry Ferns: Micky Overman| Standup Comedy Podcast

    In this episode of In The Room, Barry sits down with the effortlessly sharp and insightful Micky Overman for a deep and inspiring chat about comedy, growth, and tuning into your creative instincts. They cover: 🎭 Performance crutches and learning to leave them behind 🧠 The challenge (and power) of being yourself on stage 🌍 Touring and how that shaped her voice 🗣️ Why act outs matter in her material ⚡ Following your instincts — on stage and in your career It’s a brilliant listen, especially for any aspiring comics trying to figure out what kind of performer they want to be. Micky is open, honest, and full of practical insight. #MickyOverman #InTheRoom #BarryFerns #ComedyPodcast #WomenInComedy #ActOuts #InstinctInComedy #AngelComedy #StandUpGrowth

    1h 5m

  6. 08/29/2025

    In The Room with Barry Ferns: Matt Parker | Standup Comedy Podcast

    In this episode of In The Room, Barry sits down with Matt Parker — bestselling author, self-proclaimed maths nerd, and one of YouTube’s most entertaining educators — for a wide-ranging and smartly funny conversation about the power of niche comedy. They cover: 📈 Leaning into your niche (yes, even if it’s maths!) 🎤 The difference between performing for your own audience vs. club nights 🌍 How the internet helps comics find their people 😂 Why Matt still loves stand-up and what drew him into it in the first place Whether you're a comedian, a nerd, or both — this one’s full of insight into how embracing who you are can lead to connection, creativity, and an audience that actually gets it. #MattParker #StandUpMaths #InTheRoom #BarryFerns #ComedyPodcast #MathsComedy #NicheAudiences #AngelComedy #YouTubeComedian

    49 min

  7. 08/15/2025

    In The Room with Barry Ferns: Ed Aczel | Standup Comedy Podcast

    In this In The Room episode, Barry sits down with the brilliantly unique Ed Aczel after his set at Angel Comedy — for a deep, thoughtful chat about the foundations of his distinctive comedic voice.They discuss:🎭 His anti-comedy style and owning awkwardness🧠 Moving from unconscious to conscious choices on stage🎬 How his delivery adapts in acting roles💪 The way stand-up builds resilience through failureThis one’s a rich conversation for anyone curious about the philosophy of performance, creative intention, and the strange magic of stand-up.#EdAczel #InTheRoom #AntiComedy #StandUpPodcast #ComedyPhilosophy #BarryFerns #ComedyResilience #AngelComedy

    39 min

  8. 08/01/2025

    In The Room with Barry Ferns: Cally Beaton | Standup Comedy Podcast

    In this episode of In The Room, Barry sits down with the razor-sharp and deeply thoughtful Cally Beaton after her set at Angel Comedy for a wide-ranging conversation on creativity, comedy, and real-life meaning. Topics include: 🗣️ Using personal honesty in material 🎯 Bringing purpose into every aspect of comedy and life 📖 Writing her brilliant new book, Namaste M***********s – out now 🎭 Performing jokes that reflect your current stage in life 🧠 Letting go of the idea that you have to say what the audience wants to hear It’s a wise and witty episode that’s as insightful for comics as it is for anyone figuring out how to own their voice. 👉 Grab Cally’s book, Namaste M***********s, out now: https://geni.us/NamasteMotherfckers #CallyBeaton #NamasteMotherfuckers #InTheRoom #BarryFerns #ComedyPodcast #WomenInComedy #CreativeProcess #AngelComedy

    55 min
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Welcome to In The Room — the comedy podcast by Barry Ferns, recorded live at London’s iconic Angel Comedy Club and The Bill Murray. Each month, Barry sits down with top and emerging stand-up comedians from the UK comedy circuit to talk writing, performance, and what really happens on stage. Raw, funny, and full of insider insight — it’s where stand-up comics get real about their craft.

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