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This is a podcast where comedian Simon Caine interviews the most influential bookers, agents and promoters from the world of comedy, stand up, TV, radio & more about their job and how they do it with an aim to helping performers understand what's happening "behind the scenes" and how to get ahead in…

Simon Caine

  • Aug 24, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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  • 161 EPISODES


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Comedy Club Crowdfunding - Stand, Angel, JTT, Monkey Barrel, Phoenix Artists Club etc

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 5:53


Here's the links to these clubs crowdfunders - The Stand - https://www.thestand.co.uk/donate/Angel Comedy - https://www.patreon.com/angelcomedyMonkey Barrel - https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/monkey-barrel-comedyJust the Tonic - https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/keep-just-the-tonic-edinburgh-alivePhoenix Artists Club - https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/the-phoenix-arts-club-10-year-survival-planIf you can support, please do. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP137 - Lucy Lumsden - Director at Yellow Door Productions

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2020 100:45


Lucy Lumsden (@lucylumsden) is the founder of Yellow Door Productions (@yellowdoorprods). A former TV commissioner at both the BBC and Sky Lucy gives her views on the future of TV, setting up her production company as well as her unique and interesting relationship with the Edinburgh Fringe.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/LucyLumsdeniTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/mZBu75JmnhI Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you want to join BCG Pro to enter their unique and exciting competition please use code “ATI” and you’ll save £5 off a year's membership (and I get a few quid as well!)If you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or Lucy a thank you tweet and you can support the pod by…If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Buy my book about building your own online community - https://amzn.to/35EWT7B Donate - https://paypal.me/ATIpod Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP136 - Tim Batt - The world of comedy in New Zealand.

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 84:00


Tim Batt (@Tim_Batt) is a comedian, podcaster and radio host based in New Zealand. I got him on to talk about the history of New Zealand comedy, why he started podcasting and eventually creating a podcast network to help get funny humans to start creating their own pods. Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/TimBattiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/-yHKVhzTPVISpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or Tim Batt a thank you tweet and you can support the pod by…If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Buy my book about building your own online community - https://amzn.to/35EWT7B Donate - https://paypal.me/ATIpodWant to chat? Email me - simon.m.caine@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP135 - Puppetry of the Penis

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2020 82:18


Simon Moorely and Friendy are the comedy duo better known as Puppetry of the Penis (@puppetryofthep). They’ve been performing their penis art for more 20 years, toured the world, sold out large venues and now they’re training other actors to do the show and franchise it so they can perform in multiple places at once.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/PuppetryOfThePenisiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/TkpFoFgLJvM Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or the PotP boys a thank you tweet and you can support the pod by…If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Buy my book about building your own online community - https://amzn.to/35EWT7B Donate - https://paypal.me/ATIpod See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP134 - Elena Kirschbaum - What makes a Gluttony show?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2020 69:17


Elena Kirschbaum is one of the program directors at Gluttony (@gluttony_fringe). Gluttony is one of two hub venues at the Adelaide Fringe (@ADLfringe). I got her on to two talk the Fringe, where Gluttony sits at the festival, how they scout for shows, what makes a Gluttony show, how to promote a show when you don’t live in Australia and so much more. Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/ElenaKirschbaumiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/3PtvFwnt78U Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or Elean a thank you tweet and you can support the pod by…If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Buy my book about building your own online community - https://amzn.to/35EWT7B Donate - https://paypal.me/ATIpod See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP133 - Eddy Cassar - Director of The Cape Town Funny Festival

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2020 78:16


Eddy Cassar (@eddy_cassar) is a publicist by trade who fell into promoting the Cape Town Funny Festival (@ctfunnyfestival) after helping run the PR for the first Red Nose Day. This podcast is awesome and goes into a lot of detail about the history of South Africa, and the festival and the way the negative things that happened in the past have positively shaped their present and future. Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/EddyCassariTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/mLtldhkg6UwSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or the PotP boys a thank you tweet and you can support the pod by…If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Buy my book about building your own online community - https://amzn.to/35EWT7B Donate - https://paypal.me/ATIpod See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Help the podcast please.

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2020 7:24


Hey gang. With the circuit / industry dying I'm here to ask for some help. Got no money? Subscribe to the YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbHpn6u4AtCv1J3khbv9myQJoin the Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/AskTheIndustryPodcast/Got some money?Paypal - https://paypal.me/ATIpodPatreon - https://www.patreon.com/asktheindustrypodcastWant to buy a book?Buy an ebook for whatever you can afford - https://paypal.me/ATIpod?locale.x=en_GBNeed more content from me?New podcast - https://play.acast.com/s/fivetonineWant to hire me?Want me to edit videos, podcasts, online content, copy for you? email me - simon.m.caine@gmail.com I've been doing this for over a decade. Happy to discuss what you need to be done. Want to watch awesome comedy shows?Apply for some money from NextUp - https://nextupcomedy.com/hecklethevirus/Join NextUp and watch amazing comedy shows using this affiliate link - http://nextupcomedy.com?fp_ref=simon85 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP132 - Jessica Massart - Senior Lead for dance and theater projects at Kickstarter

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2020 78:32


Jessica Massart is the Senior Performance Lead for dance and theater projects at Kickstarter (@Kickstarter). Her job is to help artists achieve their crowdfunding goal before and during a campaign and then offer as much aftercare as possible to deliver the rewards to the backers. Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/JessicaMassartiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/gfqMEBWLlOo Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or Jess a thank you tweet and you can support the pod by…If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Buy my book about building your own online community - https://amzn.to/35EWT7B You can email Jess on - jessica@kickstarter.comAnd here’s the EdFringe housing petition - https://www.change.org/p/scottish-government-secure-affordable-accommodation-for-performers-at-edinburgh-fringeCome see me in Australia or New Zealand in 2020 - Perth (Feb) - https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enough-fw2020Adelaide (Feb) - https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enough-af2020Wellington (March) - https://fringe.co.nz/show/42461Dunedin (March) - coming soon.OR at the Dog-friendly comedy club at The Bloomsbury (London) - 18th Jan 2020 - https://www.ucl.ac.uk/event-ticketing/booking?ev=19174Glasgow Fringe - 15th, 22nd, 29th March 2020 - http://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com/shows/2949 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Australia and New Zealand Tour 2020 - please come and help!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2020 3:27


I am so excited to tell you that for the first time ever I'll be coming over to Australia and New Zealand in 2020. I can't wait. This is an actual dream come true. Not only will I be coming over and exploring your b-e-a-u-tiful country but I'll also be bringing my award-winning 4th solo show. I know (from the analytics) about 20% of the listenership is in this region... so here's your chance to help support me / give back if you've never done anything to help the pod before!If you can't come but you know someone who can, please tell them! Or just share it on social media (any and all shares I see / you tag me I'll thank you personally for doing).Here's the dates for the festivals I'll be performing at - Perth (Fringe World) - Tickets10th, 12th, 13th, 14th & 16th Feb 2020 at 8.30pm in Lazy Susan's Comedy Den [Map]Adelaide Fringe - Tickets18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd Feb at 6pm.29th Feb & 1st March (bonus shows) at 4pm.All shows are at Gluttony, Rymill Park - [Map]Auckland Fringe - Tickets3rd & 4th March 2020 in the Pumphouse Theatre [map]Wellington Fringe - Tickets 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st March 2020 at 8..30pm in the Cavern Club [map]Dunedin Fringe - TICKETS ON SALE ON 12th FEB 202025th, 26th, 27th & 28th at 6pm in the Festival Club See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP131 - Jason Dawson - Freelance Comedy Producer at Avalon

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2020 111:19


Jason Dawson (@jason_dawson) is a freelance TV comedy producer primarily based at Avalon. Avalon is one of the biggest and most influential agencies as well as production houses.We talked about how to pitch TV shows, if you can get on an Avalon production if you’re not with Avalon Management, his relationship with the Edinburgh Fringe and more!Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/JasonDawsoniTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/gfqMEBWLlOo Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or Mark a thank you tweet and you can support the pod by…If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Buy my book about building your own online community - https://amzn.to/35EWT7B Come see me in Australia or New Zealand in 2020 - Perth (Feb) - https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enough-fw2020Adelaide (Feb) - https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enough-af2020Wellington (March) - https://fringe.co.nz/show/42461Dunedin (March) - coming soon.OR at the Dog-friendly comedy club at The Bloomsbury (London) - 18th Jan 2020 - https://www.ucl.ac.uk/event-ticketing/booking?ev=19174Glasgow Fringe - 15th, 22nd, 29th March 2020 - http://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com/shows/2949 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP130 - Martin Walker - former edited at Broadway Baby and Scotsgay.

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2020 67:49


Martin Walker is the former editor and head reviewer at Broadway Baby and Scotsgay. He now makes his living interviewing comedians for his podcast turned radio show “On The Mic” (@onthemicuk)Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/MartinWalkeriTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or Martin a thank you tweet and you can support the pod by…If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Buy my book about building your own online community - https://amzn.to/35EWT7B Come see me in Australia or New Zealand - Perth (Feb) - https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enough-fw2020Adelaide (Feb) - https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enough-af2020Wellington (March) - https://fringe.co.nz/show/42461Dunedin (March) - coming soon.OR at the Dog-friendly comedy club at The Bloomsbury (London) - 18th Jan 2020 - https://www.ucl.ac.uk/event-ticketing/booking?ev=19174Glasgow Fringe - 15th, 22nd, 29th March 2020 - http://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com/shows/2949 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP129 - Mark Boosey - Founder of the British Comedy Guide.

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2019 65:02


Mark Boosey is the founder of the British Comedy Guide (@BritishComedy) a database of all the comedians, TV sitcoms, industry news and more.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/MarkBooseyiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/DO1-7IWp6cASpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy Use code ATI when signing up for a BCG Pro account to get £5 off your first years membership. https://www.comedy.co.uk/ProIf you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or Mark a thank you tweet and you can support the pod by…If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Buy my book about building your own online community - https://amzn.to/35EWT7B Come see me in Australia or New Zealand - Perth (Feb) - https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enough-fw2020Adelaide (Feb) - https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enough-af2020Wellington (March) - https://fringe.co.nz/show/42461Dunedin (March) - coming soon.OR at the Dog-friendly comedy club at The Bloomsbury (London) - 18th Jan 2020 - https://www.ucl.ac.uk/event-ticketing/booking?ev=19174Glasgow Fringe - 15th, 22nd, 29th March 2020 - http://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com/shows/2949 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP128 - Andrew Doyle - Creator of Titania McGrath and co-writer of Jonathan Pie

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2019 72:01


Andrew Doyle (@AndrewDoyle) is a comedian, writer and creator of Titania McGrath (@TitaniaMcGrath). He also co-wrote Jonathan Pie and has a history of making things go viral as well as creating things bigger than himself. Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/AndrewDoyleiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/sUMIt-FWoTM Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or Andrew a thank you tweet and you can support the pod by…If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Buy my book about building your own online community - https://amzn.to/35EWT7BAndrew is currently on tour and you can find tickets to the UK shows here - https://www.resistingwokeness.com/Come see me in Australia or New Zealand - Perth (Feb) - https://fringeworld.com.au/whats_on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enough-fw2020Adelaide (Feb) - https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enough-af2020Wellington (March) - https://fringe.co.nz/show/42461Dunedin (March) - coming soon.OR at the Dog-friendly comedy club at The Bloomsbury (London) - 18th Jan 2020 - https://www.ucl.ac.uk/event-ticketing/booking?ev=19174Glasgow Fringe - 15th, 22nd, 29th March 2020 - http://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com/shows/2949 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP127 - Colin Anderson - VP of Comedy and Executive Producer of Earwolf.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2019 62:15


EarWolf (@EarWolf) is the biggest podcast network in America which I think by proxy makes it one of if not the biggest podcast network in the world. Colin Anderson (@colinander) Stitcher’s VP of Comedy and Executive Producer of Earwolf.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/ColinAndersoniTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/0ETKLdCk-zUSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or Colin a thank you tweet. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP126 - Anthony Butler - Head of Live Entertainment & TV Talent Producer at SO TV.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2019 58:43


Anthony Butler is the founder of Broken Robot Productions (@bknrobot) and the head of live entertainment at Graham Nortons production company SO TV and the former booker and promoter at Off The Kerb where he booked their vast network of university shows as well as Live at the Appollo and more.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/AnthonyButleriTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/jQJBvo8n6rQSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or Anthony a thank you tweet and you can support the pod by…If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Buy my book about building your own online community - https://amzn.to/35EWT7B See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP125 - Richard Melvin - Founder of Dabster Productions.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2019 99:22


Richard Melvin (@RichardMelvin) is the founder of Dabster, a radio production company based in Edinburgh who produce the largest amount of comedy radio shows outside of London.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/RichardMelviniTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/a3VzDmhdpDs Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or Richard a thank you tweet and you can support the pod by…If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast You can also come to the meet and greet day to meet me and 12 festivals to help get your show a tour - https://www.facebook.com/events/859618474407066/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP124 - David Allison - The impact of social media on This Is Your Trial comedy nights

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2019 87:42


David Allison is a comedy promoter well known for this highly themed improvised shows most notably This Is Your Trial (@ThisIsYourTrial). The show where you put your friends on trial for something they’ve done that annoys you. Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/DavidAllisoniTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/geZHJG36YooSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or David a thank you tweet and you can support the pod by…If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast You can also come to the meet and greet day to meet me and 12 festivals to help get your show a tour - https://www.facebook.com/events/859618474407066/Or come see a podcast live at the New Wimbledon Theatre on the 28th Nov - https://www.atgtickets.com/shows/ask-the-industry-podcast-live-with/studio-at-new-wimbledon-theatre/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Pod update - Live shows, Meet and Greets, Comedy Clubs and more.

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2019 8:48


Let's do this. Small update on what I've been working on behind the scenes and when new pods will be out...- ATI Meet and Greet.Facebook Event - https://www.facebook.com/events/859618474407066/EventBrite - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/festival-circuit-day-angel-comedy-and-ask-the-industry-podcast-vol-2-tickets-73272340543?fbclid=IwAR3byW0xXLIZA_tfp0jlcSnDPIx2ikowdX7Dd41yQb3N9JGl99qk-GzcroM10th Nov 2019The Bill Murray in Angelmidday - 4pm.Come meet festivals and get your answers from the experts. ***update : 15% of the tickets have gone for this, so book now to avoid not getting in*** - ATI live. 28th Nov 2019New Wimbledon Theatre in LondonAs yet the guest is unconfirmed for the first ATI Live at the New Wimbledon Theatre in London. Please get your ticket now (there's only 50 seat available. Tickets - https://www.atgtickets.com/shows/ask-the-industry-podcast-live-with/studio-at-new-wimbledon-theatre/- Barking Mad at the Bloomsbury : Dog Friendly Comedy Club12th Oct 20196-8pmBloomsbury Theatre in London.Bring your pup to watch 6 of the best circuit comedians doing their favourite jokes with their dogs in a relaxed performance. Tickets - https://www.ucl.ac.uk/culture/whats-on/barking-mad-bloomsbury-dog-friendly-comedy-nightFacebook Event - https://www.facebook.com/events/545905756218875/- Australia and New Zealand HelpI'm going to be bringing my award-winning, 5 star 2019 comedy show "Every Room Becomes A Panic Room When You Overthink Enough" to Australia (Perth and Adelaide) and New Zealand (Dunedin and Wellington) in Feb / March 2020. If you're a comedian in these cities and can help me find some gigs when I'm out there please email me on Simon.m.caine@gmail.comIf you have suggestions for pod guests I should get on when I'm out there, email me.If you can assist me in any other way to help this trip be lovely, email me. - Donate etc.Become a patron - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastDonate via paypal - paypal.me/ATIpodLeave the pod a review - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937New episode of the pod will be out soon (ish). Godspeed. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP123 - Jacob Howe-Douglas - Founder of HD Management

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2019 64:07


Jacob Howe-Douglas (@hdmgt) is the founder of HD Management. A boutique agency that has a focus on film, TV, radio and online content for all of their acts. Jacob has been an agent for more than 12 years building the careers of comedians. Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/HDManagementiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/9IhnQXBKgq8Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’ve enjoyed the pod please send me (@thismademecool) or Jacob a thank you tweet and you can support the pod by…If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Buy tickets to my 2019 Edinburgh Fringe show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enough See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Every Room Becomes a Panic Room When You Overthink Enough - EdFringe 2019

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2019 11:20


Please come to my Edinburgh Fringe show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr please say to a friend "please go to this person's show" as that word-of-mouth recommendation would really help and make a massive different. Thank you for you on going support. x See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP122 - Jeremy Dyson - The power of failing, asking for help and writing in partnerships.

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2019 132:47


Jeremy Dyson (@dysonjeremy) is an author, musician and screenwriter best known as one of the League of Gentlemen and the co-writer of the horror film Ghost Stories. We talked about how he got his early work, how rejection was actually really good for him and why asking for help is just as important as giving back and helping when you’re in a position to do so. Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/JeremyDyson iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/bu2tZxg33RASpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Come see my 2019 Edinburgh Fringe show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughIf you enjoyed the episode please thank Jeremy / let me via twitter @thismademecool See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP121 – Griff Rhys Jones – Founder of Talkback and how the “old boys” network began.

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2019 154:31


Griff Rhys Jones is a Welsh comedian, writer, actor and television presenter. In this rare, lengthy and in-depth interview we discussed his origins in the industry, how he made award-winning but not profit making radio adverts which led him into TV and now, in his "retirement" he's taken up stand up and is trying to build himself a live audience.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/GriffRhysJones iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/SM0SNLZG0_o Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Buy tickets to my 2019 Edinburgh Fringe show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enough See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Edinburgh Fringe 2019 plug (and BIG announcements...)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2019 4:11


Come see me in Edinburgh - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughJoin the Facebook group to hear the Edinburgh live pods - https://www.facebook.com/groups/AskTheIndustryPodcast/ Give me an iTunes review - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937Our 2nd meet and greet ticket link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/festival-circuit-day-vol-2-angel-comedy-and-ask-the-industry-podcast-tickets-63479664385?fbclid=IwAR0POi_KbrdgyoNYjTAi9t_RkcBMZY9In4_kPEBnEKJdS8usrcmMZtNcoYAAnd Facebook event (to stay up to date with the latest guests) - https://www.facebook.com/events/859618474407066/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP120 – Simon Munnery – character comedy and the value of DIY props

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2019 106:28


Simon Munnery (@SIMONMUNNERY) is a comedian best known for his characters "Alan Parker: Urban Warrior" and "The League Against Tedium". He has an experimental style of comedy both in performing and the language he uses, he's known for his makeshift and elaborate props. Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/SimonMunnery iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2 YouTube - https://youtu.be/9CV9a0aEBxE Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoy If you’d like to support the podcast please do via - PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast If you’ve enjoyed the show please do remember to send myself or Simon a thank you tweet.Edinburgh Fringe tickets - Simon Munnery’s show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-munnery-alan-parker-urban-warrior-farewell-tourSimon Caine’s (me) show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enough See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP119 - What does Equity offer professional comedy performers?

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2019 75:04


Michael Day is the London Variety Organiser and Louise Grainger is in charge of Marketing, Events and Training at Equity (@EquityUK). I got them on to talk about why a performers union is important to comedians, their role in the #MeToo movement and the future improvements they want to make to better serve the comedy industry and more!Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/EquityiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2YouTube - https://youtu.be/i1qCIr98-TESpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoyIf you’d like to support the podcast please do via -PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastDon’t forget to tweet Equity / me a thank you. My Twitter is @ThisMadeMeCool.Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoom See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP118 - Seán Morley - The Glang Show and Intelligent Absurdism

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2019 87:26


Seán Morley (@seanmorl) is a comedian, intelligent surrealist and comedy club promoter. He’s the inventor of the Glang Show and built up a chunk Sheffield Comedy Scene (almost) single-handedly.We talked about running comedy nights and building an audience for them on your reputation. Founding a show that is anti-Gongs and why it is important as well as developing your comedic persona and waiting for a bit longer than you might normally want to before approaching agents / industry.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/SeanMorleyiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2YouTube - https://youtu.be/jdc1MtFgTdsSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoyIf you’d like to support the podcast please do via -PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastDon’t forget to tweet Seán / me a thank you. My Twitter is @ThisMadeMeCool.Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoom See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

ATI Extra - British Comedy Guide Pro

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2019 5:24


A firm friend and supporter of the podcast, Mark Boosey, has launched an awesome new side of the British Comedy Guide for comedians / performers called "Pro". In it you can learn about the industry, find out about job opportunities and events, enjoy exclusive articles and podcasts and more! Another big feature I love is that you get control over your CV page (here's mine).If you are going to sign up, please use this link ( https://www.comedy.co.uk/pro/?code=ATI ) and type in ATI in the checkout box so you can save £5 off a years membership (and I get a few quid for everyone who does this as well). Everybody wins. PS I was not paid do this, I wanted to do it to support Mark's work and the BCG in general... and the affiliate link sealed the deal. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP117 - James Ross - How to build a cult comedy night | Quantum Leopard

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2019 98:57


James Ross (@jamesrosscomedy) is a comedian, writer, improviser and founder of the cult comedy club Quantum Leopard Comedy. The Club recently won the Chortle award for “best comedy night in London” even though, it does very little advertising beyond its own mailing list and only runs once a month.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/JamesRossiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2YouTube - https://youtu.be/7EMfihIT_wMSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoyIf you’d like to support the podcast please do via -PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastDon’t forget to tweet James / me a thank you. My Twitter is @ThisMadeMeCool.Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoom See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP116 - Steve Kaplan - The Comic Hero's Journey.

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2019 65:20


Steve Kaplan (@skcomedy) is one of the industry's most respected experts on comedy. He's consulted on projects with DreamWorks, Disney, Aardman Animation, HBO and more as well as directed shows which have won Emmy's Academy Awards, Golden Globes and more! He’s written two books, the most recent is the Comic Hero’s Journey.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/SteveKaplaniTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2YouTube - https://youtu.be/a9diPK8mxaUSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoyPlease buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you’d like to support the podcast please do via -PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastDon’t forget to tweet Steve / me a thank you. My Twitter is @ThisMadeMeCool. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP115 - Binty from Hot Water Comedy in Liverpool.

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2019 73:10


Binty Blair (@TheBinty) is the co-owner and founder of Hot Water Comedy club (@HWCCLiverpool) in Liverpool. Along with his brother Paul (who is not in the podcast) they started the club back in 2010. Since then it has opened new venues and developed a reputation nationally as one of the best places to gig and one of the best places to watch comedy.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/HotWaterComedyiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2YouTube - https://youtu.be/fHWcH1PXnUQSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoyPlease buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you’d like to support the podcast please do via -PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastDon’t forget to tweet Binty / me a thank you. My Twitter is @ThisMadeMeCool. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Last call for my 2018 DVD record.

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2019 1:12


If you can come and support me, please do. Or share the link with a friend who lives in London. https://www.thebloomsbury.com/event/run/18074 Thank you for any and all support. I'm really excited :D See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP114 - Jo Caulfield - Advice on smashing the Edinburgh Fringe.

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2019 98:04


Jo Caulfield (@Jo_Caulfield) is a comedian, writer and blogger who started her career as the writer for Graham Norton while running her open mic night between waitressing shifts. I got her on to talk about developing a relationship with your audience, what she likes and hates about TV panel shows, her relationship with the Edinburgh Fringe and more.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/JoCaulfieldiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2YouTube - https://youtu.be/6vt5YYQDuzUSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoyPlease buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you’d like to support the podcast please do via -PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastDon’t forget to tweet Jo / me a thank you. My Twitter is @ThisMadeMeCool. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP113 - Arthur Smith - Alternative comedy in the 21st century

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2019 75:49


Arthur Smith (@ArfurSmith) is an alternative comedy, the Mayor of Balham and writer who has been performing in the UK since the late 1970s.We talked about how his relationship with the Edinburgh Fringe, what drives him, how he writers shows and advice on creating show titles that grab people's attention and so much more.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/ArthurSmithiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2YouTube - https://youtu.be/MEbrzwo-QeUSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoyPlease buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you’d like to support the podcast please do via -PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastDon’t forget to tweet Arthur / me a thank you. My Twitter is @ThisMadeMeCool. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP112 - Barry Katz - How an agent helps to build your comedy audience in the US.

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2019 78:57


Barry Katz (@BarryKatz) is a talent manager who began work in Boston. After failing to become a comedian he started running clubs and representing household names including Dave Chappelle, Jay Mohr, Anthony Clark, Bill Burr, Wanda Sykes, Nick Swardson, Dane Cook, Tracy Morgan, Frank Caliendo, Darrell Hammond, Whitney Cummings, and Louie CK.We got into how he scouts for talent, what makes star quality in the US and what the future of the industry as in store for acts starting now with the advent of NetFlix and social media!Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/BarryKatziTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2YouTube - https://youtu.be/N5kvGNwNsa4Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoyPlease buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you’d like to support the podcast please do via -PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastDon’t forget to tweet the Barry / me a thank you. My Twitter is @ThisMadeMeCool. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP111 – Don Casino Entertainment – What does it take to be a cruise ship comedian?

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2019 61:08


Don Casino Entertainment (@doncasinoagency) are one of the big cruise ship entertainment companies based in the US. I got two of the senior scouts on during Edinburgh Fringe to talk about what they're looking for, what it takes to work cruise ships, what you can and can't say and do as well as how comedians deal with dying on stage and having to live with an audience who didn't like what they did and more!Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/DonCasinoiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2YouTube - https://youtu.be/SPUwmMmLOaESpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoyPlease buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you’d like to support the podcast please do via -PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastDon’t forget to tweet the guest / me a thank you. My Twitter is @ThisMadeMeCool.If you’d like to apply for work with Don Casino - https://www.dcptalent.com/apply/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP110 - John Robertson - You awake to find yourself in a Dark Room.

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2019 93:02


John Robertson (@Robbotron) is a comedian, writer and video game creator. We talked about what it was like starting out in Australia and moving to the UK. Touched on his early brushes with comedy competitions including Australia Got Talent where he faked a seizure. His live action comedy video game The Dark Room started life as a YouTube video, then became a sleeper hit at the Edinburgh Fringe and is now a real video game for sale on Steam. We talked about moving the idea into different mediums, developing his persona and style as well as continuing to develop stand up shows while touring a video game.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/JohnRobertsoniTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2YouTube - https://youtu.be/OtXjM81ItkESpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoyPlease buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you’d like to support the podcast please do via -PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastDon’t forget to tweet John / me a thank you. My Twitter is @ThisMadeMeCool. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sex, drugs and other things I never do at the Bloomsbury Theatre.

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2019 5:51


Happy new year!I can't thank you enough for all the support you've given me and the podcast in 2018. It means the world and has really helped keep the project going. Here's a list of everything I spoke about in the podcast (this is a much less emotive thank you than in the episode) -Please come see my show / DVD recording at the Bloomsbury Theatre on March 21st 2019 - get a ticket here.Donate to keep the show going via PayPal (you an use your credit card if you like without making an account).Become a Patreon from $1 per episode.The Festival meet and greet on Jan 20th 2019 - Facebook Event | Free ticket link (YOU MUST HAVE A TICKET TO ATTEND)Give the podcast a review to help it go up the charts and get on bigger and better guests.Thank you, hope to see you at a gig / live recording some day soon. :) x See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP109 - Arthur Matthews - Co-writer of Father Ted.

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2018 83:57


Arthur Mathews is an Irish comedy writer and actor who, often with writing partner Graham Linehan, has either written or contributed to a number of television comedies, such as Father Ted. He's also written for Harry Enfield and Chums, Hippies and The Fast Show.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/ArthurMatthewsiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/9KxOiYwB_BQSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoyPlease buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomSupport the pod -Donate via PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AskTheIndustryPodcastPatreon - https://www.patreon.com/asktheindustrypodcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP108 - Rob Kemp - A after winning 9 awards with The Elvis Dead

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2018 78:29


Rob Kemp (@RobotKemp) is the creator of the show the Elvis Dead (@ReadElvisDead). This show has won or been nominated for over a dozen awards including Leicester Comedy Festival Awards Best Show, Best Musical Show, Best Poster, The Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Newcomer and Chortle's best newcomer and music / variety act. After so much success, how has this changed Rob’s career? How is he dealing with the pressure of writing a follow up show? What is the future for the Elvis Dead and more?This is an in-depth look into what it is like to get a lot of success in a very short space of time after a long time of not getting that much attention. Are awards worth what we’re told they are? Do they help sell a show? Which ones have the most impact if any?Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/RobKempiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/xOEggfykRpUSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/12wdMpotKGDpFvShobeaoyPlease buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomSupport the pod -Donate via PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AskTheIndustryPodcastPatreon - https://www.patreon.com/asktheindustrypodcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP107 - Lee Ridley aka Lost Voice Guy - What's it like winning Britain Got Talent?

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2018 33:49


Lee Ridley (@lee_ridley) aka Lost Voice Guy (@lostvoiceguy) is the 2018 winner of Britain's Got Talent. We discussed his choice to do that competition, if he felt like the token disabled act on the show given his inability to speak, was he happy with how he was portrayed and would he recommend the experience to other comedians and so much more.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/LeeRidleyiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/QOnZEShlaaoPlease buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomTicket link - https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/search?q=lost+voice+guyDonate via PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AskTheIndustryPodcastPatreon - https://www.patreon.com/asktheindustrypodcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP106 - Jon Plowman - How to produce comedy bronze at the BBC.

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2018 85:48


Jon Plowman OBE (@bimpsonbun1) is a television and film producer who has been a Producer at the BBC since 1980. He's worked on such iconic shows including A Bit of Fry and Laurie, Ab Fab, The Vicar of Dibley, Gimme Gimme Gimme, Psychoville, Little Britain and more. We got into the history of comedy at the BBC, how to get your show noticed, what the BBC is currently looking for and how he goes about finding it and so much more. His first book, How To Produce Comedy Bronze, is out now.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/JonPlowmaniTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/DdCnL1yJ1U4Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomSupport the pod -Donate via PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AskTheIndustryPodcastPatreon - https://www.patreon.com/asktheindustrypodcast See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP104 - Doug Naylor - Writer of Red Dwarf - How to get your sitcom made.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2018 87:08


Doug Naylor (@DougRDNaylor) is the creator and writer for the TV sitcom Red Dwarf. The show is often described as having a cult following and we got into if he thinks that’s a fair label, how it was bringing back the show after 10 years off the air and why he moved channels from BBC to Dave and more!Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/DougNayloriTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/bnm4CK5Eyq0Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you’d like to support the podcast please do via -PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastDon’t forget to tweet Doug / me a thank you. My Twitter is @ThisMadeMeCool. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP103 - Phill Jupitus

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2018 73:55


Phill Jupitus (@jupitusphillip) is a comedian, writer, podcaster, radio presenter and TV panel show captain. He rose to fame through the Nevermind The Buzzcocks TV quiz show and we got into why he wouldn’t have done the show if he’d known how the TV industry was going to evolve, we also talked about his connections with the Free and paid fringe festivals and so much more.Stream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/PhillJupitusiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937?mt=2YouTube - https://youtu.be/oqu2HLy4ouoPlease buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you’d like to support the podcast please do via -PayPal - http://simoncaine.co.ukOr Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastDon’t forget to tweet Phill / me a thank you. My Twitter is @ThisMadeMeCool.Also, do thank PBH Free Fringe in some way, or find out more about them here - https://freefringe.org.uk/about-us/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Simon Caine at the Edinburgh Fringe 2018!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2018 2:53


Please buy a ticket here (or pass it on to a friend to help me out) - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-sex-drugs-and-other-things-i-never-doThanks,Si@ThisMadeMeCool See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP102 - Doug Stanhope - How to avoid all industry and build your own fan base.

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2018 69:47


Doug Stanhope (@DougStanhope) is a comedian, writer and podcaster with nearly 30 years of performing under his belt. After cutting his teeth on the open mic circuit, Doug moved into MCing a “crappy” hotel gig which gave him the taste of being a “comedian with a point of view”. Since then he’s spent his time building his cult-like following and touring with his brash, honest, loud and often controversial style of comedy.I got him on to talk about...-Building his audience from scratch one email at a time (before social media-Why he started his podcast-What he hates about clubs and the club circuit in general.-How and why he puts up boundaries that keep fans as fans and not friends-Why he wouldn't laugh at his own jokes or act.AND MOREStream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/DougStanhopeiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/3Yke_RKr0qMPlease buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomThis interview would be good for anyone looking at creating their own audience, using social media as a business tool and creating their own online content.If you're new here please hit that subscribe button, if you're old here please do consider giving it an honest review in iTunes. You can also donate via paypal or patreon https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Links I mentioned in this episode of the podcastDoug Stanhopes website - http://www.dougstanhope.com/Tour dates - https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/Doug-Stanhope-tickets/artist/722695Buy my book on Amazon - https://amzn.to/2su58RXOr get a paperback copy from me directly - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ShopWant more content from me? Why wouldn't you! Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self. Here are the links - iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group -

hiatus update

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 9:27


This will be deleted when the show comes back but it's a quick one to let you know what's been going on behind the scenes.Please keep supporting this show with iTunes reviews and Patreon donations (there's more exclusive content up there now and more going live in a week).Other things mentioned -Join the FB group for the ATI pod to know who is going to be on series 2 and ask your questions to them.Check out the Time Capsule podcast [iTunes | Stream | YouTube]Check out Laughter is the Best Placebo pod [iTunes | YouTube]My Edinburgh Fringe show is at the Novotel in the Grassmarket at 6pm every day. Called "Sex, drugs and other things I never do"Contact me (if you want to tell me anything) at simon.m.caine@gmail.comThanks for your on going support and help, godspeed. See you soon... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Comedy 101. With Ben Verth and Simon Caine - What have I learned in the first 100 episodes.

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2018 104:18


Ben Verth (@benverth) is the founder of Monkey Barrel comedy club. A purpose-built venue in the heart of Edinburgh, but above, he's a good friend of mine. In an interesting twist the normal format I invited him on to interview me. That's right, for one episode only we're going to have a little look back over the first 100 episodes in what I am going to call Comedy 101. I got him to talk to me about (he wrote the questions, so this is just some highlights)...-What I’ve learned in the last 100 interviews.-What I’ve got out of the podcast (both good and bad).-The positive and negative points of making a podcast and building a community.-How has the podcast changed from my perspective and has impacted anything in my live careerAND MOREStream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/Comedy101iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/OVLHEKfrtT4This interview would be good for anyone who wants to know what I’ve got out of doing this show for 3 years and how much work goes on behind the scenes. Want to support me?Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomBecome a patreon - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastOne off donations are just as good - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AskTheIndustryPodcastOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi - http://ko-fi.com/simoncOr just share an episode you got some value out of with someone you think will enjoy it. Maybe you’d like to hear me (Simon) interviewing Ben about his comedy club “Monkey Barrel” you can find it here - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/MonkeyBarrelIf you're new here please hit that subscribe button, if you're old here please do consider giving it an honest review in iTunes.Want more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravel See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We joined the Acast network! What does this mean...?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2018 8:35


Here's a little update as we go into "series 2"... Our Acast link - https://www.acast.com/asktheindustryFancy donating? http://patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastOr a review would be lovely - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP100 – Jon Mountague – Comedy Commissioning Editor at Sky.

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2018 77:45


Jon Montague (@montiQu) is the head comedy commissioner at Sky TV. He heads up a team of diligent commissioning editors who are tasked with finding and making funny shows to entertain their 11 million subscribers. More recently Jon has also dipped his toe into podcasting and we got into what it's like making high end, high budget TV programs by day and low budget, low tech podcasts by night and how that's given him a new outlook on the internet, content and more.I got him on to talk about...-What makes a hit show on Sky and how he measures a hit show.-Do they take unsolicited scripts?-What makes a hit (to him and his team)?-How he uses Edinburgh to scout for new talent-What’s it like making TV for 11 million subscribers and then going home to make an episode of his niche podcast to a significantly lower number of subscribers.AND MOREStream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/JonMountagueiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/trksNavmqwUThis interview would be good for anyone looking at developing a TV show and isn't sure where to start or the process after writing it or a comedy fan who wants to know how much work and how many hurdles there are to get a show on the TV. It would also be useful in knowing the difference between a public and a private service broadcaster and why that matters when pitching for shows.Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you're new here please hit that subscribe button, if you're old here please do consider giving it an honest review in iTunes. You can also donate via paypal or patreon https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastWant more content from me? Why wouldn't you! Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self. Here are the links - iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravel See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

EP99 - John Gordillo - Do comedians need a director?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2018 76:06


John Gordillo (@johngordillo) is an award-winning script editor/director who has worked with Eddie Izzard, Seann Walsh, Josh Widdicombe, Shappi Khorsandi, Dara Ó Briain, Paul Chowdhry, Michael Mcintyre, Mark Steel and Reginald D Hunter.I got him on to talk about...-What is a director and what do they do for comedy shows?-How does the venue size (arena / theatre) impact his directing?-His excitement and drive to tell stories in any medium and in any format.-His take on the collaborative process-Why “why” you’re doing something is the most important thing.-What’s it like making TV for 11 million subscribers and then going home to make an episode of his niche podcast to a significantly lower number of subscribers.AND MOREStream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/JohnGordilloiTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTBGa80NTCUThis interview would be good for anyone looking at developing a solo hour show or who has an interest in how their favourite comedians use the power of collaboration to take their shows to the next level. If you're new here please hit that subscribe button, if you're old here please do consider giving it an honest review in iTunes. You can also donate via paypal or patreon https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast If you'd like to take part in one of John's "doctor clinics" you can email him - johngordillo@hotmail.com or check the Angel Comedy website - http://bit.ly/2F8jbB8----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Want to see me live? How very kind of you...Please come see me at the Edinburgh Fringe in August 2018 - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-sex-drugs-and-other-things-i-never-doOr come and see me on tour with that show from Sept 2018 - http://simoncaine.co.uk/2018Tour----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Want more content from me? Why wouldn't you! Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self. Here are the links - iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943 Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcast YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISw Facebook group -

EP98 - The Care Home Tour. - Pope Lonergan and Ben Targét

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2018 73:34


Pope Lonergan (@thedailybumbler) and Ben Targét (@BenTarget) are the founders of the Care Home Tour. An initiative where they take physical and clowning performers and do professional comedy shows in Care Homes all over the country for disabled patients who can't come to clubs.I got them on to talk about...-Why they’re doing gigs to dementia patients.-Why charity work for performers is rewarding and worth doing.-What kind of performers they’re looking for.-How you’d scout for talent for gigs like this.AND MOREStream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/CareHomeTouriTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/ask-the-industry-podcast/id946220937YouTube - https://youtu.be/xg1gZiHAe7QThis interview would be good for anyone interested in putting on a charity gig or doing shows for charity as well as people interested in a “circuit” of gigs that rarely gets talked about.Please buy a ticket or three to my Edinburgh Fringe 2019 show - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/simon-caine-every-room-becomes-a-panic-room-when-you-overthink-enoughOr come see me on tour - http://simoncaine.co.uk/PanicRoomIf you're new here please hit that subscribe button, if you're old here please do consider giving it an honest review in iTunes. You can also donate via paypal or patreon https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast Want more content from me? Why wouldn't you!Please check out my other podcast - The Audio Time Capsule. In each episode a guest comes on, leaves 20 questions, then a year later comes back on and answers them. I then edit it so they're talking to their past self.Here are the links -iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-audio-time-capsule-podcast/id1303205943Webstream - http://simoncaine.co.uk/AudioTimeCapsulePodcastYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFZ_FLH1XqrCZysA1nFISwFacebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008996252556647/?ref=br_rsTwitter - https://twitter.com/audiotimetravel See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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