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Pull Back Reveal is a weekly comedy interview podcast where Kev Rook chats with funny people about the funny. Expect big names and rising star standup comedians, musicians, actors & academics chatting about their lives and careers and how comedy influences their work. Be sure to like, review, ra…

Kev Rook


    • May 17, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    Season 3 Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 8:00


    People we are back! With the return of live comedy we felt it was our duty to bring back PULL BACK REVEAL...all be it with a tweak on the format! We're going out into the field talking to acts performing at Nodding Dog Comedy gigs across the North West, audience members, sharing live clips from the shows and soaking up and then spraying the atmosphere down the wires to your ears! TV stars a plenty and some of the hottest rising stars sprinkled on top! If you want to join us at a live gig check out www.noddingdogcomedy.com we are at loads of new venues, putting on amazing shows with a difference! You can also follow us on FACEBOOK & TWITTER! While you are at it PLEASE follow Nodding Dog Comedy Facebook & Nodding Dog Twitter & Nodding Dog Instagram too! We can't wait to see you again! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    West Didsbury Comedy Festival 2020: New Act Heat 3

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 80:16


    When lockdown hit and all shows were cancelled for the foreseeable we weren't too sure what to do next with West Didsbury Comedy Festival. After a few weeks of crying I dusted myself down and decided to get some shows out online and to make the most of the situation. This episode is the audio from our live streamed Heat 3 of the New Act competition and it is an absolute beauty. I joined MC Chris Brooker throughout a lot of the show as we introduced some brilliant new-ish acts, plus the amazing Micky P Kerr who closed the show. 1) ALEX STRINGER 2) LEW FITZ 3) SILHAM SHAHZAD 4) TOM RHYS EVANS 5) ANDY QUIRK 6) LAURA K MCMAHON 7) PAUL CAMPBELL 8) NATALIE HUSDAN HEADLINER MICKY P KERR Watch the show here: https://www.facebook.com/events/257048535665064/ Join us for the final here: https://www.facebook.com/events/670818937046583/ Check out the festival page for loads more live comedy! https://www.facebook.com/westdidscomfest/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    TONY COWARDS

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2020 79:35


    S2 EP13: TONY COWARDS Tony is a rapidfire gag merchant with an arsenal full of one-liners, for laughs-per-minute he's tough to beat! Renowned on the circuit for his quick wit and beautifully crafted material I am personally a big fan of Tony and his work! Something of a Twitter sensation, Tony's jokes turn up in all sorts of places, from greetings cards to The Times newspaper, even if you've never heard of him there's a good chance that you'll have laughed at one of his gags. We enjoy a lovely rambling conversation which takes us everywhere from dog walking, to family life, static electricity, corona virus, online comedy and bins...mainly bins. The best joke writer around - GQ Magazine  Check Tony out online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TonyCowardsComedian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TonyCowards Website: http://www.tonycowards.co.uk/

    LEE JONES

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2020 82:27


    LEE JONES is both the owner of ROFL comedy club and also the owner of both WBU and WBF World Boxing Titles.  Its a fascinating discussion about boxing (I know literally nothing about it, but how often do you talk to a world champion!) and how Lee ended up with first a comedy club in Burslam and now currently ROFL in Newcastle Under Lyme. Not too surprisingly Lee is a focused and determined man who likes things just a certain way, and it is that attention to detail and winning mentality that is gaining ROFL rave reviews from both comedians and audiences. A chat almost from the other side of comedy where we look at the impact of Lockdown on his business and what a club owner thinks about the circuit. ROFL Comedy Club: http://www.roflcomedy.com/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/roflcomedyclub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roflcomedyclub/ When you have finished listening to this episode please do give PULL BACK REVEAL a subscribe on your podcast player of choice and follow and share across all social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pullbackreveal Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/pullbackreveal You can also chip in and donate to help us continue making these by going to https://www.ko-fi.com/pullbackreveal and just giving the cost of a coffee. We have so many plans and its your support that helps us make them into a reality. We also put out live streamed shows on facebook so keep an eye out for those and (when we can) we go live in the truest sense with club nights of our own. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    RANDOMISER: LIVE AT WEST DIDSBURY COMEDY FESTIVAL!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 61:24


    RANDOMISER: As part of the abridged West Didsbury Comedy Festival Live & Online I came up with some new shows and formats. This is one of those where 4 comedians went head to head against each other and the Randomiser. Random topics to choose from on a variety of subjects to show off their skills. This is the audio take from the video, which is up on www.facebook.com/westdidscomfest. The amazing comedians being brilliant and generous with their time are John Scott, Sadia Azmat, Raul Kohli and Vladimir McTavish! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    BOOTHBY GRAFFOE: LIVE AT WEST DIDSBURY COMEDY FESTIVAL!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 60:43


    S2 E10: Boothby Graffoe should have been performing a sold out on opening night of my comedy festival, WEST DIDSBURY COMEDY FESTIVAL. Now for obvious reasons the festival could not go ahead, so rather than be beaten completely we teamed up with Jokepit.com and EVO Didsbury to put a mini version of the festival live and online. The audio here is from the live stream, so there are a couple of occasions when we are clearly chatting about something visual. However, this was just too good not share from one of the very best in the business. We even get some songs too! To fill in the gaps head to https://www.facebook.com/westdidscomfest and watch this video plus other shows that went out over festival weekend. ENJOY! If you don’t know Boothby here are just a few quotes about his greatness! ‘A musical comedy act who is more musical than most musicians, and funnier than most comedians.' - Stewart Lee 'If I had to compare him to anyone, it would be Spike Milligan.' - Omid Djalili "Sings songs that are both beautiful and funny" - The Guardian "...it's not fair to call them comedy songs, they are much more than that, there are some i would dare to call genius." -The Times "Buy two copies of his cd because you'll want to share but you won't want to give it away." -The Scotsman "No more music maestro, please!" -The Independent "It's gloriously entertaining and creative stuff, with surreal leaps of imagination, twists of language and intelligent and pithy one-liners all intertwined with poignant yet often hilarious songs and music." --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    VLADIMIR MCTAVISH

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 77:46


    S2 E9: VLADIMIR MCTAVISH! Someone who I consider a great friend through standup. Vlad is an award winning comedian who has been all over TV, radio and smashes it at Edinburgh Festival year after year. It’s a lovely chat with one of the nicest and most generous guys in comedy. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    AMY MATTHEWS

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2020 73:55


    Any Matthews is a stand up comedian living in Edinburgh, based in Glasgow during lockdown and originally for Leigh-On-Sea. We actually manage a fairly normal chat about comedy in the most part, how she got into, some brilliant Edfringe tips, her style and how she writes. We obviously stray into ‘C Word’ territory now and again, but not too much! It’s a really fun episode, Amy is a charming guest and I am on brilliant form haha. Sit back relax and enjoy! Check out Amy on twitter https://twitter.com/AmyFMatthews and don’t forget our amazing sponsors https://www.jokepit.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    HOLLY BURN

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 74:49


    S2 E7: HOLLY BURN is an exceptional comedian, actress and writer. Her mix of stand-up and surreal character work has seen her excel in all mediums from stage to screen and social media sensation. Eddie Izzard has described her as ‘Sexy and bonkers like twin peaks’. You may recognise her from stand out performances on Harry Hills Clubnite and from the viral hit she achieved with her take on ‘73 questions with Victoria Beckham’. Infectious with her energy, enthusiasm and talent Holly was generous in her conversation providing some insight into her own lockdown experience and what the future may bring. I hope you get as much out of this episode as I did recording it! HOLLYS WEBSITE: http://www.hollyburn.org.uk TWITTER: https://twitter.com/HollyBurnComedy FACEBOOK: https://m.facebook.com/HollyBurnComedy/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/hollyburncomedy/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWnwpFrcoKXRzA627xBbWzQ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    GAVIN WEBSTER

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2020 61:02


    S2 EP6: GAVIN WEBSTER At last I got to speak to Gavin Webster who has been on my hit list for the show for quite sometime and I was not disappointed! With approaching 30 years experiencing on the circuit, a host of TV credits to his name and the love of his peers, I was confident that this would be a delightful hour in the company of one of the best - and it was! We chat about virus stuff for a bit, how Gav thinks the circuit and comics will react, but plenty of other topics too. You can check Gavin Webster out on his socials: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/Thegavinwebster FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/gavin.webster1 He has a sitcom available online here: I'VE GOT A JOB FOR YOU GAV He hosts the brilliant THE COMEDY RESULTS here: THE COMEDY RESULTS Thank you to our sponsors JOKEPIT.COM --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    MILO EDWARDS

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2020 82:51


    S2 EP5: MILO EDWARDS An episode that doesn't centre around lockdowns or viruses (OK there is a bit of it still!), and where I learn that my vocabulary is slowly diminishing. I chat with Milo about his foray into Russian standup, both on the circuit and on TV, what he would have been doing at Edfringe 2020, his book, the UK circuit and a bit more in between. A really fascinating guy and I hope a welcome escape return to standup chat for all of my beautiful listeners! You can check out Milo on his socials and be sure to catch one of his amazing festival shows as soon as those things exist again. TWITTER: https://twitter.com/Milo_Edwards and https://twitter.com/trashfuturepod and https://twitter.com/tot_anglichanin TIKTOK: @miloedwards3 Sponsored by the amazing www.jokepit.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    PHIL PAGETT

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2020 74:44


    S2 EP4: PHIL PAGETT! PHIL PAGETT is my guest this episode where we encompass dog parenting, comedy style, postcode lotteries, home schooling and some virus thingy. Phil is a fantastic one liner standup who you must go and see as soon as you can! He is also a part of the mighty News With Jokes podcast! Check out his links here: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/Phil_Pagett and https://twitter.com/newswithjokes Also check out our sponsor https://www.jokepit.com/ THE online comedy box office with a tonne of online content to see you through lockdown! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

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    WE HAVE A SPONSOR!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 1:57


    We are DELIGHTED to announce that we have a sponsor for the show in the form of the AMAZING... JOKEPIT.COM Please do check them out! We can't wait to do some more work on the podcast with them but also on some other projects too! THANK YOU! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    STEVE N ALLEN

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2020 54:50


    S2 E3: STEVE N ALLEN - THE LOCKDOWN TAPES Steve N Allen stars as a regular member of the news-desk team in "The Mash Report" - BBC2's BAFTA nominated topical/satirical comedy show which launched in 2017. He is also an experienced comedian and host with material that ranges from an observational look at life to up to date topical comedy. As a stand-up Steve has performed in comedy clubs all across the UK and Europe. He has also performed at comedy festivals in Edinburgh, Brighton and Leicester with versions of his solo topical comedy show "Some News" that dissects the news and how we use it. You may also recognise him from being a panellist for "The Wright Stuff" and “Jeremy Vine” (Ch5), "Not The One Show" (London Live) and was the "Anchor-man" on the very funny "News500" YouTube channel. TWITTER: https://twitter.com/mrstevenallen FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/somenews --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    POPE LONERGAN

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 63:21


    S2 EP2: POPE LONERGAN - THE LOCKDOWN TAPES This episode I am joined by the marvellous POPE LONERGAN! Pope Lonergan is a comedian, Quaker, drug addict and creator of ‘Pope’s Addiction Clinic’ (“From fearless and funny to heart-stoppingly raw" Evening Standard) and ‘The Care Home Tour’ (“The comedians taking slapstick into new territory” ~ The Guardian). We have a good old natter like two old friends that have never actually met and are both locked in their houses (In Popes case, his parents house) which is exactly what this conversation was. Touching on the virus obviously, how we are coping, will this change peoples material and styles of stand up, a little bit of politics and how keen Pope is to get back out there. Check Pope Lonergan out online at the following: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/pope.lonergan TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thedailybumbler TWITCH: twitch.tv/pope_lonergan If you can give us 5 stars, a positive rating or a following too that would be amazing! Thanks x --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    SADIA AZMAT

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2020 58:36


    S2 EP1: SADIA AZMAT - THE LOCKDOWN TAPES Season 2 launches in style as I am joined by the exceptional stand up and podcaster SADIA AZMAT! As I predicted in the trailer for season 2, the conversation is dominated by Convid-19 and the societal, cultural, political and economic impact it is having and could have in future...plus what this could mean for the future of live comedy and the current trend of 'gigging' online. Its a fascinating chat with one of the most relevant voices currently on the circuit and I can't ABOUT SADIA AZMAT Sadia Azmat is a British Asian Stand-up comedian and writer from East London. In 2011, Sadia performed a short show ‘Please Hold - You’re Being Transferred To A UK Based Asian Representative’, featuring on BBC Front Row. In 2014, she followed this with her short performance ‘I Am Not Malala’ nationwide. In 2018 Sadia launched her critically acclaimed BBC podcast “No Country For Young Women” which has enjoyed global success and consistent reviews from audiences and critics alike including 'Best audio 2018' as featured by Miranda Sawyer for the Observer and Apple's Top picks for 2018. The podcast explores Sadia and her friend discovering their roots and where to call home when your place of birth differs from that of your family. They ask how do you balance your British and ethnic identities? After a strong run the podcast returns for a 3rd series in the next couple of months and you can like, share & subscribe to the podcast right here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p063zy3c/episodes/downloads TWITTER: https://twitter.com/sadia_azmats_ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/SadiaAzmats --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    Series 2: The Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2020 9:21


    Hey good people! We’re back! Lockdown has woken us from our hibernation to bring you a tonne of new episodes with some of our very favourite funny people. S2 E1 launches next week but for now hears a bit about what you can look forward to and what we’ve been up to since we last occupied your heads, hearts and ears. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    Hello 2020!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2020 8:21


    Hello! It’s a teaser promo catch up touch base! Stuff coming soon and more! Oh we love this guy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    HOWARD READ

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2019 60:36


    It’s been too long and I am very sorry! Here is the brilliant HOWARD READ and we chat all things from wood burning stoves to cruise ships. Howard Read is an award-winning writer, stand-up comic, songwriter, actor and animator. He specialises in writing and performing family and children’s comedy for stage and TV. Howard is best known for his unique creation Little Howard, an animated interactive six-year-old boy, who performs alongside him on stage and screen. Together they stole the show at the 2007 Royal Variety Performance. They had their own show Little Howard’s Big Question which ran for three series on CBBC, BBC1 & BBC2 and won the Writer’s Guild Award for Best Children’s TV script in 2011. Howard has since been one of the most sought-after writers in family television. He is currently has various comedy projects in development for television, stage and online. Follow @howardread on twitter! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    UPDATES! YES PASSION INNIT!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2019 18:58


    Updates on West Didsbury Comedy Festival and the old podder! Get involved! KICKSTARTER! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kevrook/west-didsbury-comedy-festival TWITTER! https://www.twitter.com/westdidscomfest https://www.twitter.com/pullbackreveal FACEBOOK! https://www.facebook.com/westdidscomfest https://www.facebook.com/pullbackreveal --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    MICK FERRY

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2019 77:18


    MICK FERRY describes himself as ‘A jobbing stand up comedian that is too old for TV’. Of course he is much more than that. A ridiculously talented standup, Mick is admired and respected by everyone from the newest open spot to the biggest names in comedy. Able to switch from surrealism to anecdotal story telling to topical to on the spot observations in a flash, it’s no surprise that he is one of the most in demand comics in the UK. He should also be a household name. As genuinely one of all my all time favourite comedians, I was a bit nervous before this and was determined not to mess it up! I nearly managed it...but sadly not quite. We cover a lot, I’m not going to list exactly what, you will just have to listen. All I will say is if anyone knows who did the material about the frog stuck in ice please let me know. Follow Mick Ferry on twitter: https://www.twitter.com/MickFerry and if you haven’t seen him live right that wrong as soon as you can! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    JOHN SCOTT

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2019 58:39


    JOHN SCOTT has been a pro stand up comedian for 15 years and it’s all been going very well: Gigging all over the world, hugely respected in the industry for his satirical and topical humour, award winning and arse kicking festival shows. Behind the mask though John has had his struggles. His misdiagnosed mental health condition labelled him schizophrenic for five years before he took himself to hospital. There he came face-to-face with psychologists who had seen his comedy and had decided the performer they were watching was definitely bipolar. The chance encounter meant John was correctly diagnosed and treated. From here John has gone on to get a first class honours degree at the age of 49, found a passion for writing plays that is going ridiculously well and rekindled his romance with live performance. It’s a brilliantly open and honest interview that inspires and takes in all of this remarkable story plus much more. Check out John on social media! TWITTER: https://twitter.com/JohnScottComedy WEBSITE: https://johnscottcomedy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    JUNIOR SIMPSON

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2019 75:22


    With his infectious energy and huge stage presence, it is easy to see why Junior Simpson is a circuit favourite. Simpson has a boundless joy and exuberance that has audiences hooked with hilarity. A true observational comic, Simpson finds his humour in the everyday and humdrum with anecdotes of his world travels as a comedian adding a personal originality to his set. Although mischievous and daring, Simpson is never crass or crude and can tailor his set to suit any audience making him a favourite for warm up, TV and corporate work. This is a great conversation with a really intelligent and experienced stand up. We go through the early years, a tragic event that gave him the push and a comment at a wedding that was the final nudge he needed. We explore his career and what he wants to achieve next. We also talk a little politics. It’s a great show and Junior is candid and open all the way through. Be sure to check out Junior on TWITTER: https://twitter.com/JuniorSimpson FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Public-Figure/Junior-Simpson-104490727785/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    BILLY KIRKWOOD

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2019 49:36


    Billy Kirkwood can do anything... or so it would seem! Acclaimed standup comedian, kids tv presenter, ICW wrestling announcer and commentator and record breaking breakfast radio host! One of the nicest people you could ever wish to meet we explore Billy’s route to career success, how he pulled it off and what the future may hold. TWITTER: https://twitter.com/Billykirkwood FACEBOOK: https://m.facebook.com/billykirkwoodcomedy/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    WEST DIDSBURY COMEDY FESTIVAL

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2019 4:51


    An announcement! Kev Rook has decided that it is about time that Manchester had a solely comedy dedicated festival again and therefore over 24/25/26 April 2020 the inaugural WEST DIDSBURY COMEDY FESTIVAL will launch. Hear a bit more about it here and please do follow the festivals progress on TWITTER https://www.twitter.com/westdidscomfest FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/westdidscomfest/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    TOBY HADOKE

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2019 99:32


    TOBY HADOKE is a stand up comedian, writer, actor, voice over artist, presenter, blogger, podcaster and Dr Who expert and super fan.  Held in high regard in every circle he mixes, Toby has forged a career through diversity. The brilliant (annoying) thing is that he is pretty darn good at everything he does.  From how you pronounce his name, end of the world fantasies/survival strategies, his famed and adored award winning comedy club XS Malarkey, through his career, views on the comedy circuit and current state of the art form, obsessions, insecurities and hopes. An absolutely captivating guest, whose passion for and commitment to all forms of creativity, is abundantly clear and inspirational. A wonderful listen - even if I do say so myself. TOBY'S WEBSITE: https://tobyhadoke.com/ TOBY'S TWITTER: https://twitter.com/TobyHadoke XS MALARKEY: http://www.xsmalarkey.com Please do follow PULL BACK REVEAL and like, rate, review and subscribe wherever you can!  https://twitter.com/pullbackreveal & https://www.facebook.com/pullbackreveal/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    CRAIG DEELEY

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2019 59:58


    CRAIG DEELEY is a stand up comedian, actor, improviser and tweeter extraordinaire! Not only does he leave live audiences delighted but he also has the knack of crafting the perfect twitter gag - often gaining thousands of likes and retweets. For my sins, and feel sorry for Craig here, I try out some hastily written jokes of my own on him (mainly on the subject of Rocky films - there is no reason for this) for feedback and critique. Craig discusses the art of writing one liners, his comedy career to date, the comedy he loves and his improv and acting, which brings us round to our mutual adoration for all things Carry On. It’s a quite wonderful episode! For laughs aplenty look out for Craig gigging near you soon and be sure to follow him on twitter: https://twitter.com/craiguito His improv lives here: https://twitter.com/FoghornImprov AND be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe all things PULL BACK REVEAL! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    Bonusy Bonus Gossip Comedy Chat Bonus!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2019 7:46


    Hello! Just a little catch up with me about what’s coming up, how you can get involved and how you can help the show! Show us some love and give us a share, rate, review, like, subscribe...whatever you can do! Get clicking! More amazing comedy and standup on the way and some other very funny people too! If you want you can follow us on twitter https://www.twitter.com/pullbackreveal or drop me an email pullbackreveal@gmail.com! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    ATHENA KUGBLENU

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2019 55:12


    ATHENA KUGBLENU is a BBC New Comedy Awards finalist and 2017 nominee for the 99 Club Female Comedians’ Bursary. She writes for BBC Radio 4, regularly appears on BBC radio and in 2017 represented the UK at the Johannesburg International Comedy Festival. She has also taken two acclaimed hours to the Edinburgh Fringe, KMT (2017) and Follow the Leader (2018). A brilliant standup that you must watch if you get the chance! In this conversation we have a really interesting chat about the (mis)representation of black comedians in the media, the black comedy scene, prejudices and stereotyping that limit opportunities for black and female comedians and writers and how Athena tackles the issue of racism in her material. It sounds heavy, but it isn’t really and it’s a nice companion piece to the last episode with Conrad Koch. I learn a lot, and she is hilarious, what’s not to like! Check her out online! WEBSITE: https://www.athenakugblenu.co.uk/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/athenakugblenu PLUS...Please, please, please Like, rate, review and subscribe to PULL BACK REVEAL wherever you can and share my little comedy interview podcast with your friends! Follow us on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pullbackreveal/ and twitter: https://twitter.com/pullbackreveal --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    CONRAD KOCH

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2019 48:22


    CONRAD KOCH is South Africa’s top comedy ventriloquist, and possibly the only one. He is a double International Emmy nominated comedian, most famous for the puppet Chester Missing. Chester Missing has his own TV show, 300k twitter followers and has won numerous awards in his own right, including being the first recipient of the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation’s Anti-Racism Award. Known for his biting satire, Chester Missing has interviewed most of South Africa’s elite from President down, and has held a number of regular radio and TV slots, and even wrote an award-winning book. Conrad’s live shows have received wide political acclaim. The material has an edge and challenging issues like race and apartheid are tackled head on. In a fascinating, entertaining and educational chat we discuss the South African comedy scene, the current political climate and the role of comedy within it, how some very powerful people have tried to shut Conrad down, what it’s like to be a white South African challenging stereotypes and punching up against the system, and, we discover what Conrad really thinks of his creation Chester Missing. WEBSITE: http://conradkoch.co.za/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/chestermissing & https://twitter.com/conradkoch Follow PULL BACK REVEAL: https://twitter.com/pullbackreveal --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    EDFRINGE EXTRAS: BONUS 11. JOHNNY WHITE REALLY REALLY

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2019 49:56


    JOHNNY WHITE REALLY- REALLY is difficult to describe, even in his own words. A knot of low self-esteem, self doubt and worry collided with an at times beautifully creative introspection and dreamlike honesty. The laughs at times are in the nuances and sit in the places that laughter should not sit, but it just makes it all the more fascinating. All of this combines for a unique performance and as Chortle put it ‘Quite possibly the most underrated act at this years Edinburgh Fringe’. I am delighted we managed to make this happen and it’s a longer than usual Extras episode.  UNENDING TORMENT: When I was a child, I tried out having an imaginary friend for one afternoon. We went to the park, myself and my imaginary friend, and played chasing games. But soon enough I tired of their company — they were really boring! And so I left them there in the park and came home alone. If you're ever in the park, say hello from me. But enough about all that! Come and see my brand new show, Unending Torment! 'Watching this show is like having a very good dream' (Liam Williams).  TICKETS: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/johnny-white-really-really-unending-torment  TWITTER: https://twitter.com/johnnywreallyx2 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    EDFRINGE EXTRAS: BONUS 10. CONNIE WOOKEY

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2019 31:11


    CONNIE WOOKEY is a musical comedian who has spent time performing both in the US and the UK. Described as ‘one to watch’, she has a quite incredible story to tell at this years Edinburgh Fringe. We chat about her Edfringe show, The US circuit compared to the circuit in London and how she goes about writing for a festival. It’s a really lovely chat with the backdrop of an horrific and scarily coincidental real life event. More than one to watch, she is one to go and see as soon as you can.  DENIED: In February my cousin died in a plane crash. I flew to the funeral. My plane stopped working mid-flight. Good... This is a true story. Not sponsored by Air Canada. Award-winning music-comedy. Part stand-up, part musical parody, part storytelling, Wookey covers US visa immigration issues, men who wink at waitresses, and malfunctioning planes. ***** (StagedoorApp.com). **** (LondonTheatre1.com). **** (TheatreBox.blog). **** (WithinHerWords.co.uk). This five-star, fresh and inventive music-comedy is 'superbly performed' (AYoungerTheatre.com) and promises to make you laugh, cry and build your own miniature plane.  TICKETS: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/connie-wookey-denied  TWITTER: https://twitter.com/constancewookey --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    EDDY BRIMSON

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2019 58:55


    EDDY BRIMSON is a one off. A reformed former football hooligan he is one of the most in demand comics on the UK circuit, an actor of small and big screen (he torched Frank Butchers car lot on EastEnders), author of 7 books, documentary maker, TV presenter and now a playwright...with one of THE hits of this years Edfringe, his one man play NAUGHTY BOY.  It’s a fascinating chat that takes us from hooliganism to comedy to theatre. Eddy has some brilliant advice for newer comics on how to approach the industry, plus some views on reviewers. He doesn’t hold back.  NAUGHTY BOY: 'He's a wrong 'un that Joe, a proper wrong 'un.' Still, if you fling enough shit... Nature, nurture. Excuses and secrets. Us and them... A hedonistic weekend brings a chilling conclusion. Maybe Joe is more alive then we'll ever be. This one-man play will pose as many questions as it offers answers. Sometimes there are no excuses. To truly be oneself is both a brave and dangerous thing.  TICKETS: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/naughty-boy  LIFE COACHING FOR ARSEHOLES: Hi, I'm Eddy Brimson. That's right, I coach life. To losers. Like you. And I do that by cutting through the Bullshit They say "There's no 'i' in team"... But what does that even mean? That's just basic spelling. Let me help you discover your unique individuality, so that you can become exactly the same as me. Oh f*cking yeah. 'Sure-fire laughs, breath-taking confidence and more. This is as close as you can get to the perfect Fringe hour' (Associated Press). 'Conversational, surreal and superbly mad, this absolutely brilliant show must be seen ' (Bunbury)  TICKETS: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/eddy-brimson-life-coaching-for-arseholes WEBSITE: https://www.eddybrimson.com  TWITTER: https://twitter.com/EddyBrimson Follow PULL BACK REVEAL: https://twitter.com/pullbackreveal --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    EDFRINGE EXTRAS: BONUS 9. LOLSY BYRNE

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2019 26:06


    LOLSY BYRNE is my guest for Bonus 9 of the Edfringe Extras. An award winning standup, Lolsy is also a bit of a hit on social media, recognised on the street from her hilarious contributions to YouTube on The Try Channel which has over 660k subscribers. This her third time at Edfringe and she is certainly one to see and watch!  LOLSY BYRNE: SWEET ENOUGH: It's been a tough ride. Let's get through it together. Award-winning Irish comedian Lolsy Byrne gets honest about mental health, dealing with abuse, and learning acceptance in the only way she knows how - through the medium of musical comedy. Sugar in your tea, love? Ooh no thanks, I'm sweet enough.  TICKETS: https://freefringe.org.uk/shows/lolsy-byrne-sweet-enough/  YOUTUBE: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCabq3No3wXbs6Ut-Pux6SzA TWITTER: https://twitter.com/LolsyByrne --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    EDFRINGE EXTRAS: BONUS 8. PRUDENCE WRIGHT HOLMES

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2019 33:30


    PRUDENCE WRIGHT HOLMES is our guest for this Edfringe Extras Bonus episode. Prudence (AKA Tina) is an American and New York based accomplished actor and writer who has been performing since she was a child. From Church acting groups through drama school, Prudence has forged her own path. Her acting CV includes Broadway performances and roles in some true classics of film including SISTER ACT and KINGPIN and more recently Buster Scruggs.  She is now in Edinburgh with a one woman SOLD OUT show. A truly remarkable and inspirational individual.  AGATHA IS MISSING: Sold-out show in 2018! Agatha Christie is missing, and ace detective, Miss Clarissa Marbles, still needs your help in solving the crime. Was it the cook, the husband, the secret admirer – or you? Everyone is a suspect in this fun-filled interactive murder mystery. If you have any skeletons in your closet, she'll find out. And of course, don't hesitate to inform on your neighbours. The audience votes on the best solution to this rollicking whodunit and a lovely prize will be awarded to the winner!  TICKETS: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/agatha-is-missing  TWITTER: https://twitter.com/PrudenceWHolmes --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    SEYMOUR MACE

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2019 47:40


    SEYMOUR MACE is a legend of the UK standup circuit and Edinburgh Fringe. Hugely admired amongst his peers, Seymour is renowned for his brilliantly offbeat routines and flights of fancy. He has won a tonne of awards and was nominated for the Fosters Comedy Prize in 2015.  It was an honour to speak to him in what was an extremely open and honest conversation covering his latest show, his depression, quitting the comedy circuit, heading to University and his plans for the future.  Seymour Mace is My Name Climb Up My Nose and Sit in My Brain: Join me inside my own head for an all-singing, all-dancing exploration of my f*cked-up brain. I'm going in sane, will I come out insane? All I know is it'll be proper funny alternative comedy, not some mediocre bag of shite mainstream middle-class virtue signalling pile of wank... Anyway, come, don't come, I'm past caring. 'As if the conjoined souls of Vic and Bob have been poured into the body of a tattooed Eric Morecambe' **** (Scotsman). ***** (Times). ***** (One4Review.co.uk).  TICKETS: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/seymour-mace-is-my-name-climb-up-my-nose-and-sit-in-my-brain  TWITTER: https://twitter.com/seymourmace  *NOTE FOR LISTENERS: The sound is not the greatest! Things were really muffled at Seymour’s end of the line. I’ve done my best to clean it up, but as this is such a raw and frank chat I decided it should go out still. You might need to tinker with the volume whilst you listen but I think it’s worth it. When I’ve got some money to up the production quality I will get this remastered! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    EDFRINGE EXTRAS: BONUS 7. ROB MULHOLLAND & TAMI STONE

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2019 47:17


    Howdy doody! Edfringe Extras bonus 7 with ROB MULHOLLAND AND TAMI STONE! 2 more very different shows to each other!  ROB MULHOLLAND: TOO BIG TO FAIL  High-energy powerhouse stand-up for purists. A very large, uninformed barstool philosopher and dead-good comedian attempts the tightrope walk between snowflake cuck and Nazi pork. Described as producing "fearless, hilarious stand up" (Broadway Baby) and by dumber people as being "Nasty, offensive and dangerous" (National Student Review)  https://freefringe.org.uk/shows/rob-mulholland-too-big-to-fail/  TWITTER: https://twitter.com/robmulholland  TAMI STONE: MY FUNNY BITS Comedy actress Tami Stone presents her debut one-woman Edinburgh show. A pick'n'mix of sharply observed oddball characters. Chasing fame, finding love... modelling with fruit. It's all here! My Funny Bits is written by Andrew Ludlam, whose work has previously been performed at the Edinburgh festival, Brighton Comedy Festival, Soho Theatre, London and Birmingham Monologue Slam. Come and gawp at Tami's funny bits... a fast-paced comedy collective including a ditsy wannabe actress, flirty holiday rep and Kent's loudest motivational coach.  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/tami-stone-my-funny-bits-1  TWITTER: https://twitter.com/TamiStone3 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    EDFRINGE EXTRAS: BONUS 6. DAISY EARL & ROB COPLAND

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2019 50:35


    EDFRINGE EXTRAS BONUS 6: hits the shelves with 2 more amazing standups from this years Edinburgh Fringe Festival...DAISY EARL and ROB COPLAND!  In both conversations we discuss what their shows are about, the highs of the festival so far, where their standup comes from and some general waffle too! So tune in, enjoy the insight, go and see them if you can and give them some love on social media!  DAISY EARL: FAIRY ELEPHANT Hotly anticipated debut from promising newcomer. Winner of Scottish Comedian of the Year and Chortle's Best Newcomer. Daisy woke up on her 30th birthday deeply dissatisfied. Why isn't she thinner, more successful and blonde? And why does that cow on Instagram have it all? This year is going to be different; get sober, stop crying in public and for god's sake get a boyfriend! This is one woman's attempt to change everything about herself: 'Impressive. Vulnerability but awakening steeliness' (Scotsman). 'Equal parts deprecation and defiant attitude. Hilarious' (Chortle.co.uk). TICKETS https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/daisy-earl-fairy-elephant  ROB COPLAND: STRANGE JAM Ready your laughing gear for a delicious dollop of Strange Jam, a unique blend of high-energy, clowning-based stand-up from, Rob Copland. Expect a whirlwind of hilarity from one of the most exciting live acts on the circuit. Winner of Brian Gittins' The Honk Show. 'Rob has the playful exuberance of a young Robin Williams' (Karen O Novak, The Poodle Club). TICKETS https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/rob-copland-strange-jam --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    JO CAULFIELD

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2019 52:22


    JO CAULFIELD is an award-winning comedian and an absolute delight to speak with. We cover her fringe experience to date this year, how many years she has being doing it, her views on the different style of shows you can see, writing comedy, the comedy circuit and most importantly how something she said about me over 10 years ago, has stayed with me till this very day.  Razor-sharp. Sarcastic. Hilarious. Unmissable. Featured on Have I Got News for You, Mock the Week, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, The John Bishop Show, Just a Minute and Stop the Press. 'One of Britain’s smartest comics' ***** (Scotsman). 'Jo Caulfield is everything the comedy Fringe is about' ***** (Herald). 'Jokes and observations so well crafted she makes the whole endeavour seem effortless' ***** (SGFringe.com). 'A fearless tour de force' ***** (DailyBusinessGroup.co.uk). 'There is a reason her shows are constantly selling out, she’s fantastic' ***** (ThreeWeeks). Sell-out show 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018. Book early!  TICKETS: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/jo-caulfield-voodoo-doll  TWITTER: @Jo_Caulfield --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    EDFRINGE EXTRAS: BONUS 5. SUSIE McCABE, TOM MAYHEW & JAY BENNETT

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2019 64:52


    EDFRINGE EXTRAS BONUS 5: Another bonus episode chatting with acts on the ground in Edinburgh! This time I speak with 3 very different performers, but with 3 equally amazing shows!  JAY BENNETT: AN AUDIENCE WITH YASMINE DAY. Failed 80s diva and Dorking's most successful pub singer Yasmine Day boldly attempts to revive her flagging career with a last ditch concert extravaganza. Expect unique renditions of 80s power ballads, world-famous originals you've never heard of and (definitely true) celebrity anecdotes. Debut character comedy from Jay Bennett. Finalist: London Cabaret Awards; nominated: Best Comedy Event (Buxton Fringe). As seen on BBC 3.  TICKETS: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/audience-with-yasmine-day  TWITTER: ‪@YasmineDay80 ‬ SUSIE MCCABE: DOMESTIC DISASTER. Susie McCabe (multi award-winning comedian, Best Scottish Headliner 2017, and fastest-selling Glasgow Comedy Festival act three years running) brings her sell-out and critically acclaimed show to Edinburgh. Revel in McCabe's raconteur style and razor-sharp punchlines in this hilarious show as she recounts the absurdities of her life; at nearly forty years old she's a shambles and never far from disaster. Playing to ever increasing sold-out shows around the country, Susie is fast becoming one of the hottest tickets in the UK. 'Delivers plenty of chuckles' (Scotsman).  TICKETS: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/susie-mccabe-domestic-disaster TWITTER: ‪@susie_mccabe ‬ TOM MAYHEW: I, TOM MAYHEW.  Tom Mayhew (BBC New Comedy Award semi-finalist 2018) was unemployed for three years from the age of 18. This is a story of rejections, the JobCentre, being working class, and fighting for your place in the world. With lots of jokes. This show explores what its really like for someone in their twenties in 2019. While some seem to think we have it all, the reality is that many of us can't afford to move out of our parents' place. 'His content is from the heart; spellbinding, raw and telling... a genuine joy to watch' (Kate Copstick).  TICKETS: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/i-tom-mayhew  TWITTER: ‪@TomMayhew ‬ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    DAVE JOHNS

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2019 78:43


    DAVE JOHNS is a standup, writer & actor and he chats with me about comedy, strange gigs, humour, Edinburgh Fringe, life, meeting movie stars, oh and some little ‘fillum’ called ‘I, Daniel Blake’ that he was in that won him the Palme d’Or.  As one of the most respected and loved comics on the circuit Dave's place in comedy royalty has long been guaranteed. He has given a leg up to some of the biggest stars in comedy. His story is fascinating and inspiring, but throughout Dave remains grounded and real and its a bloody delight. Enjoy!  FOLLOW DAVE ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/davejohnscomic  CATCH DAVE ON TOUR: http://davejohns.net/content/tour-dates --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    PAUL ZENON

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2019 74:56


    PAUL ZENON is a legend of the Magic scene. Performing since his teenage years Paul has toured the world, played with the biggest names in the business and built a wikipedia level of knowledge about magic and magicians and the art of the craft. You will recognise him from hundreds of TV appearances as performer, presenter and pundit including a Royal Command Performance, four one-man 'specials' on C4 and ITV, and as a regular Dictionary Corner guest on Channel 4's 'Countdown, with around 120 appearances to date.  It was a real honour to speak with Paul whose passion and devotion for magic is both hugely apparent and infectious. We chat about the early years, his big breaks, how he came up with the stage name 'Zenon', the current state of magic and so much more. A wonderful engaging guest. You can see Paul Zenon at this years Edinburgh Fringe where he is performing his new show TRUST ME and tickets are available here: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/paul-zenon-trust-me  Follow him on line on Facebook and Twitter: @PaulZenon Please continue to show Pull Back Reveal some love too! Like, subscribe, rate and follow wherever you can! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    EDFRINGE EXTRAS: BONUS 4. JACOB HAWLEY, MICHAEL LIVESLEY, PHILIP SIMON

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2019 57:33


    Hello! Part 4 of the extras and this time it’s a longer chat with some mighty fine stand ups you will find at the Edinburgh Fringe! All doing great things and all an absolutely huge PBR recommendation! MICHAEL LIVESLEY: Half The Man Tickets: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/half-the-man-michael-livesley Twitter: @MichaelLivesley JACOB HAWLEY: Faliraki - Tickets: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/jacob-hawley-faliraki Twitter: @hawleyjacob PHILIP SIMON: Who’s The Daddy Pig https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/who-s-the-daddy-pig Tickets: Twitter: @PhilipsComedy --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    MARKUS BIRDMAN

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2019 60:45


    MARKUS BIRDMAN is a headline act all over the world. Describing himself as a comedian, columnist, Dad, daydreamer and doodler he is about to launch into his 12th solo show at the Edinburgh Fringe. We obviously explore that and his unique theme and presentation, but we also touch on the fun subjects of religion and having a stroke! A delightful, funny and fascinating conversation with a genuinely lovely bloke.  "Birdman is the all-round package; witty, controversial, hip, topical, silly. A master of timing and physical comedy, he made me laugh so hard it hurt." BBC “Probably the most absorbing show I’ve seen. Completely spell-binding." Chortle Follow him on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/birdmanwatching  Buy tickets to his Edfringe show:  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/markus-birdman-last-white-christmas  Be sure to also follow Pull Back Reveal and give us a lovely rating and review wherever you listen to your podcasts!  https://twitter.com/pullbackreveal  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    EDFRINGE EXTRAS: BONUS 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2019 34:12


    Welcome! Its part 3 of our Edfringe promo bonus special feature extra podcast! Catchy! More amazing acts and theatre groups telling you about their shows in their own words and again their are some bloody corkers! Added to that we also have the amazing VLADIMIR MCTAVISH in a little bit of a longer chat about his.  So get checking these fine people out and show them some love! THE TICKED BOXES Nathan Gibbons, Sharlin Jahan, Duffy Conors: Show: The Ticked Boxes  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/ticked-boxes Twitter: @YaBoyGibbo ROBERT COPLAND: Strange Jam  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/rob-copland-strange-jam Twitter: @Robertdcopland OLD DOG THEATRE: The Castle  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/castle Twitter: @olddogtheatre MEGAN SHANDLEY: Megazoid  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/megazoid Twitter: @mcshands VLADIMIR MCTAVISH: 60 Minutes To Save The World  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/60-minutes-to-save-the-world-vladimir-mctavish Twitter: @VladMcTavish And please do like and subscribe and rate and review PULL BACK REVEAL @pullbackreveal --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    EDFRINGE EXTRAS: BONUS 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2019 30:39


    Well howdy doody! Welcome to another extra bonus episode of Edinburgh Fringe promos from the acts themselves! Another stellar cast with some humdingers you dont want to miss! To help be sure to share this episode far and wide, follow them on social media and going to watch them if you are at Edfringe 2019! In order of appearance this episode... KEVIN JAMES DOYLE: Show:  Loud Blond Bald Kid https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/kevin-james-doyle-loud-blond-bald-kid Twitter:  @KevinJamesDoyle  TOM MAYHEW: Show:  I, Tom Mayhew  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/i-tom-mayhew  Twitter:  @TomMayhew  NOB STEWART: Show: Comin Atcha  https://www.facebook.com/events/453682265196292/ Twitter:  @billywatsontv  LUBNA KERR: Show:  Where Are Your Really From?  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/where-are-you-really-from-1 Twitter:  @LubnaKerr ‏  TOM LITTLE: Show:  Chronically Underachieving Loser and Wasteman  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/tom-little-chronically-underachieving-loser-and-wasteman Twitter:  @ThisIsTomLittle  ROS BALLINGER: Show: Better Than Dying Alone  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/better-than-dying-alone Twitter:  @hurricane_ros  ACT REACT THEATRE: Show: Love Hate Actually  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/love-hate-actually Twitter:  @actreacttheatre  FRIZ FRIZZLE: Show: Heaven Knows I’m Friz Frizzle Now! https://freefringe.org.uk/shows/heaven-knows-im-friz-frizzle-now-2/ Twitter:  @FrizFrizzle ‏  MATT HOSS: Show: Here Comes Your Man https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/matt-hoss-here-comes-your-man Twitter:  @MattHossComedy  Show them some love! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    ALAN LEACH (SHED SEVEN)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2019 54:52


    ALAN LEACH has been the drummer for the indie legends that are Shed Seven right from their formation in 1990. He has toured the world, had 4 top 10 albums and 13 top 40 singles...yet here he is putting himself through an Edinburgh Fringe with his part stand up, part pub quiz show " Alan Shed's Music, Comedy and Everything Else Interactive Quiz Show ". We talk about where this ambition has come from, the music, his work outside of music, his comedy inspirations and what he expects Edinburgh Fringe to be like compared to drumming at some of the biggest music festivals in the world. You can check out Alan on Twitter here:  https://twitter.com/AlanShed  You can buy tickets for his show here:  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/alan-shed-s-music-comedy-and-everything-else-interactive-quiz-show  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    EDFRINGE EXTRAS: BONUS 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2019 20:03


    Are you going to Edfringe and want some ideas on what to go and see? Are you not going to Edfringe but like listening to comedians and performers try to elevator pitch their show? If the answer to either question is yes, this will be a treat for your ears!  On this part 1 of 3 Edinburgh Fringe special there are a tonne of acts hungry for your attendance! Give them a listen, follow them online, support and go and see them live! In this episode: Josh Pugh: Show Link: Maybe the Real Comedy Awards are the Friends We Made Along the Way  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/josh-pugh-maybe-the-real-comedy-awards-are-the-friends-we-made-along-the-way  Twitter: @JoshPughComic Pope Lonergan: Show Link:  Popes Addiction Clinic https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/pope-s-addiction-clinic Twitter: @thedailybumbler Prudence Wright Holmes: Show Link: Agatha Is Missing  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/agatha-is-missing Twitter: @PrudenceWHolmes Amanda Nicastro: Show Link:  I'm Just Kidneying  https://www.comedy.co.uk/fringe/2019/amanda_nicastro/ Twitter: @TheLastAmanda Dylan Dodds: Show Link:  Dylan Dodds and Friends (Friends Not Included)  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/dylan-dodds-and-friends-friends-not-included Twitter: @TornToRibbons Yasmine Day: Show Link: An Audience With Yasmine Day  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/audience-with-yasmine-day  Twitter: @YasmineDay80 Milo Edwards: Show Link: Pindos  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/pindos Twitter: @Milo_Edwards Krista Komondor: Show Link:  Madame Komondor Will See You Now  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/madame-komondor-will-see-you-now  Twitter: @KristaKomondor SHOW THEM SOME LOVE!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    CALLY BEATON

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2019 65:26


    CALLY BEATON is a comedian that I was so excited to talk with! A natural storyteller full of intelligent, distinctive and punchline-rich material, she is currently on top form with an Edinburgh Fringe show already creating a buzz during preview season. Coming to the craft later than most, Cally has an extra dimension to her material and writing and a unique voice on the circuit. During the podcast we cover this along with the theme of her new Edfringe show, the menopause, aging, ambition, balancing a high powered and successful career with creativity, the legend of standup that inspired her to take the leap, comedy and the circuit. It really is a joyous episode, covering some serious topics, but packed to the rafters with joviality...plus baby makes her 2nd ever guest appearance on the podcast! Get tickets for Cally Beaton and her new show 'Invisible' here:  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/cally-beaton-invisible  Follow her on Twitter: @callybeaton Check out her website for all future dates and news:  callybeaton.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    LAURA LEXX & DAN ANTOPOLSKI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2019 69:59


    ITS A DOUBLE HEADLINER SHOW! Laura Lexx & Dan Antopolski...both amazing! LAURA LEXX, star of Live at the Apollo, is a ‘bouncy, bubbly stand up star’ (Telegraph) shining a hilarious light on how hard it is to be a good person these days. Can you change the world without offending anyone? We talk about her brilliant new Edfringe show 'Knee Jerk', where her humour comes from, how she started out and more. Its a shorter chat than normal as Laura was kind enough to share as much time with us as possible, but it is delightful all the same! BOOK EDFRINGE TICKETS FOR LAURA LEXX HERE:  https://gb.tickets.red61.com/performances.php?eventId=14%3A3098  LAURA'S TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/lauralexx DAN ANTOPOLSKI  is an award-winning comedian and comic actor. He has received Perrier Award Nominations both for Best Newcomer and Best Show. He also won the BBC New Comedy Award and in 2009 he won the Dave Best Joke Award. Coming at comedy from the more scientific and academic side of things we have a fascinating chat about his performing, writing, acting roles and his meteoric rise when he first tried comedy. DAN'S WEBSITE:  http://www.danantopolski.com/  DAN'S TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/dantopolski ..... FOLLOW PULL BACK REVEAL: http://www.twitter.com/pullbackreveal --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

    TONY LAW

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2019 90:03


    Tony Law is a  genuine legend of alternative comedy. Often discussed in terms of being a 'cult' comedian, he is by his own admission, making up for lost time, but now producing some of his greatest work ever. We have a big chat that was actually spread over 3 phonecalls due to other commitments and really a desire to just keep chatting! There aren't too many stones that we don't kick at, if not completely turn over. This was a tricky one to edit and I have been pretty ruthless to get it down to an acceptable length, whilst not ripping the heart out of it! Therefore  please feel free to attack this in chunks!  Get ready for us talking about his Edinburgh Fringe show "Tony Law Identifies", comedy, standup, sobriety, alcoholism, history, DNA, woke, identity,  plenty of name dropping and some good laughs too. You can get your TONY LAW Edinburgh Festival "Tony Law Identifies" show tickets here:  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/tony-law-identifies  You can get your TONY & PHIL NICHOL Edinburgh Festival "Virtue Chamber Echo Bravo" show tickets here:  https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/tony-law-and-phil-nichol-virtue-chamber-echo-bravo  Follow him on twitter here: http://www.twitter.com/mrTonyLaw Follow Pull Back Reveal here: http://www.twitter.com/pullbackreveal  Please rate, review, subscribe, share and like us wherever you can! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pullbackreveal/message

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