100 episodes

On the Mic: Origin Stories is one of the most listened to podcasts at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

On the Mic Martin Walker

    • Comedy

On the Mic: Origin Stories is one of the most listened to podcasts at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

    Episode 100: Marjolein Robertson's Origin Story

    Episode 100: Marjolein Robertson's Origin Story

    It's episode 100! We wanted to do something special for our century and here it is. An extended interview with the brilliant Shetland-born comedian, Marjolein Robertson.
    This is her origin story.
    Marjolein (for English people - its pronounced Marry-Laine) also talks about her exciting 2024 Edinburgh show, 'Marjolein Robertson: O'.
    Image by John Carolan. Presented by Martin Walker.
    Marjolein's Profile and Social Media HERE
    www.onthemic.co.uk

    • 43 min
    Episode 99: Mark Thomas' Origin Story

    Episode 99: Mark Thomas' Origin Story

    Mark is one of the greatest left wing satirists working today. Also known as a political activist, he says that comedy and politics are inevitably entwined.
    This is Mark's origin story.
    He also talks about his 2024 Edinburgh show, 'Mark Thomas: Gaffa Tapes'.
    Image art by Tracey Moberly. Presented by Martin Walker.
    Mark's Profile and Social Media HERE
    www.onthemic.co.uk

    • 28 min
    Episode 98: Elf Lyons' Origin Story

    Episode 98: Elf Lyons' Origin Story

    Elf is an award-winning comedian, theatre maker, director, comedy writer and voice artist. She has gained a cult reputation as one of the most innovative performers on the UK comedy and theatre scene. 
    This is Elf's origin story.
    She also talks about her 2024 Edinburgh show, 'Elf Lyons: Horses'.
    Image by Karla Gowlett. Presented by Martin Walker
    Elf's Profile and Social Media HERE
    www.onthemic.co.uk

    • 10 min
    Episode 97: James Barr's Origin Story

    Episode 97: James Barr's Origin Story

    James is a multi-award-winning comedian, radio TV presenter, (and gay icon, obvs). He’s delighted audiences with his own brand of outrageous and upbeat comedy on-air, on stage and online .
    This is his origin story.
    He also talks about his Edinburgh show, 'James Barr: Sorry I Hurt Your Son'.
    Presented by Martin Walker.
    James' Profile and Social Media HERE
    www.onthemic.co.uk

    • 15 min
    Episode 96: Bex Turner's Origin Story

    Episode 96: Bex Turner's Origin Story

    Bex uses character acting to bring surreal, and yet relatable, characters to life – all struggling to find love while navigating through the barriers that come with being neurodivergent. 
    This is Bex's origin story.
    Bex also talks about her 2024 Edinburgh show, 'Bex Turner: Bexual Healing'.
    Image by Alexander Voodoo. Presented by Martin Walker.
    Bex's Profile and Social Media HERE
    www.onthemic.co.uk

    • 7 min
    Episode 95: Rachel Kaly's Origin Story

    Episode 95: Rachel Kaly's Origin Story

    Rachel is a Middle Eastern American from New York City. She began performing at a young age — at age 5, she was on 'The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien', and she started doing stand-up at the Gotham Comedy Club when she was only 9. 
    This is her origin story.
    Rachel also talks about her 2024 Edinburgh show, 'Rachel Kaly: Hospital Hour'.
    Image by Samantha Rae Brooks. Presented by Martin Walker.
    Rachel's Profile and Social Media HERE
    www.onthemic.co.uk

    • 13 min

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