Podcasts about billy t award

David Correos is an award-winning stand-up comedian as well as an actor. He is the winner of the Billy T Award in 2016 and best newcomer at the Sydney comedy festival in 2024 as well as being nominated for the prestigious Best Show Fred Award at the 2021 New Zealand International Comedy Festival. He continues to establish himself as one of New Zealand's best. David's appearances on Taskmaster NZ and Guy Mont-Spelling Bee (ABC TV) have seen his popularity soar in recent years. He is well known for putting his body and mind on the line for entertainment, David continually pushes the boundaries of comedy and presents some of the most absurd performances ever seen. He has a number of shows across Australia so check them out! (links below/ in episode notes). Here's the blurb: The New Zealand comic is taking the world by storm, David Correos, is back with his new show, Noise Zealand, combining the powers of comedy and rave into one hour of chaotic fun. We chat about his 51 hour stream, ‘shock' comedy, making profound shifts, taskmaster, his new upcoming comedy shows, collaborating, magic, Olympic weightlifting plus plenty more! The video footage of this entire chat is now out as well (one day after release)! So check them out on YouTube under Michael Kahan Check David out on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidpostoffice/ Tickets to upcoming shows: https://linktr.ee/Davidpostoffice Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davidpostoffice ------------------------------------------- Follow @Funny in Failure on Instagram and Facebook https://www.instagram.com/funnyinfailure/ https://www.facebook.com/funnyinfailure/ and @Michael_Kahan on Insta & Twitter to keep up to date with the latest info. https://www.instagram.com/michael_kahan/ https://twitter.com/Michael_Kahan

Featuring an interview with Billy T Award 2025 nominee Itay Dom about his upcoming show Half Baked, a chat with director Miki Magasiva about his film Tinā due for release next year, and What's Cooking with Te-Whanganui-a-Tara band Revulva, who are currently embarking on their nation-wide tour to support their self-titled album! Thanks to The Beer Spot!

During Dai Henwood's 25-year career he has won many major comedy gongs, including the Billy T Award, he's a regular on the country's longest running comedy programme, 7 Days - and he's hosted many shows including Family Feud, Dancing with the Stars and LEGO Masters. His latest project is a memoir, The Life of Dai, co-written with his friend and fellow comedian Jacqui Brown. You can find it in all good book stores now. Dai Henwood joined Simon Barnett and James Daniels for Six and a Song.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laugh Therapy: Maria Explores the Double Life of Comedian & Psychiatrist Dr. Jo Prendergast Discover the sidesplitting yet poignant world of Dr. Jo Prendergast, who dazzles as a comedian in New Zealand by night and inspires as a psychiatrist by day. In our latest podcast episode, join us to uncover how Dr. Jo masterfully balances uproarious comedy shows and the real-world drama of parenting teenagers in a post-COVID world. She doesn't just bring the laughs—she delivers invaluable insights for navigating the teen years with ease. Don't miss this blend of humour and heartfelt advice. Tap play to embark on this enlightening journey with Maria and Dr. Jo! Secure Your Ticket to Jo's Must-See Show at the Comedy Festival! Catch the hilarity live with 'The Cool Mum'—Jo's critically acclaimed performance that promises an unforgettable night of laughs. Book your spot now: The Cool Mum at the Comedy Festival. https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/2024/shows/the-cool-mum

Tāmaki Makaurau-based, award-winning comedian, David Correos, talks to Jenna about the lengths of his creativity, being a Taskmaster favourite, and leadership in the comedy world. He also opens up a bit about his love life, risk-taking, fame, friendships and heaps more. Catch David on tour, HERE. Follow David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidpostoffice TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davidpostoffice SUBSCRIBE to the newsletter: asianinaotearoa.substack.com SUPPORT Asian in Aotearoa: ⁠https://ko-fi.com/asianinaotearoa⁠ Instagram: ⁠@asianinaotearoa⁠ ⁠asianinaotearoa.com⁠ ABOUT THE PODCAST Hosted by Jenna Wee, Asian in Aotearoa (New Zealand) explores the lives of Asian creatives, one uncensored convo at a time. ✨This episode was made possible thanks to Foundation North, Creative NZ & Big Fan.✨ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/asianinaotearoa/message

Today's guest is the first comedian I ever saw live and rest assured she's been a favourite ever since! The award-winning Justine Smith took her first gig as a dare - and to sound cliché the rest is history. But, as you'll hear, the rest took time, patience and bloody hard work. She won the Billy T Award in 2003, and has been the winner of the Award for Best Female Performer from the NZ Comedy Guild an incredible four times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pax Assadi is a Comedian, Actor, TV writer and creator of the show ‘Raised by Refugees'. He has been recognised for his comedy over the years and has garnered several prestigious nominations including the 2013 Billy T Award, 2015 NZCG Breakthrough Comedian of the year and Best Male Comedian of the year Awards and in 2016 was nominated for the prestigious Fred Dagg Award. - Pax has been involved in several tv projects such as 7 Days, The Great Kiwi Bake Off, Raised By Refugees and most recently appearing on ‘Endangered Species Aotearoa' alongside New Zealand conservationist Nicola Toki. In this podcast we talked about: All things NBA, Basketball and we even waded into the Lebron vs Jordan debate Finding joke material in everyday life Challenging yourself by aiming big Privilege and racism  The passion project of ‘Raised by Refugees' and how that came about Breaking into a comedy space riddled with household names Overcoming the low moments, which included quitting comedy Pax is an absolute legend and there were more than a few laughs in this episode. You can catch Pax on ‘Endangered Species Aotearoa' on TVNZ, and watch season 1 of ‘Raised by Refugees' on Neon. You can catch this episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and iHeartRadio. 

Most will by now be familiar with the name Melanie Bracewell.  The Kiwi comedian has found success on screen, on stage and online...   She's written for 7 Days and Wellington Paranormal – featured on Have You Been Paying Attention – won the Billy T Award and went viral around the world with her impressions of former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern.   And now, Mel's taken the leap across the ditch to try and crack the Aussies.   But it won't be long before she's back on our home shores to tour her show Forget Me Not and host the Best Foods International Comedy Gala next month.   Melanie Bracewell joined Jack Tame. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Billy T Award-winning comedian Kura Forrester is in for an eventful few months. Kura Forrester recently wrapped up a last-minute performance at the Billy T Jams comedy showcase after a nominee was unable to appear- and she's got more gigs coming. She'll be returning to the Comedy Festival for the first time since taking home the Billy T award in 2019 and will be headlining Maori Comic Relief to raise money for the victims of Cyclone Gabrielle. Kura Forrester says she hasn't done much stand-up since winning her Billy T Award, as her TV appearances on 7 Days and Shortland Street have been a bigger priority. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This weeks guest Paul Ego is a Billy T Award-winning Kiwi comedian. He got his start in a London pub back in 1994, he started a radio career with moreFM in 2000 after being asked to come up with characters for the 'Kim and Corbett Breakfast show'. then in 2006 he jumped to 'The Morning Rumble' on the rock where he stayed until he left radio in 2011 to go full in on the hit show 7Days! With being the voice for PAK'nSAVE's stickman and constantly touring Paul is often busy, but never to busy to say no to a game of golf. So let's peel back the curtain and see what beans he has to spill... Find Paul: www.paulego.com/ www.instagram.com/poorlyego/ Recorded on 27/10/2022

Brynley Stent is an actor, comedian, writer and the reigning Billy T Award winner. She has appeared on shows such as Shortland Street, Taskmaster NZ and 7Days, and most recently competed on Celebrity Treasure Island NZ. In this podcast we unpacked Brynleys journey so far. We talked about: Being adaptable and improvising on the spot Reading your audience and being authentic Pursuing the acting dream The dangers of comparison Working hard and saying yes to different opportunities How to be still and enjoy the moments around you Even the do's and don'ts around geese There were so many laughs in this episode and Brynley is such a legend. You are going to love this EP!

Kiwi comedian Pax Assadi is no stranger to the stage. He started his career in stand-up comedy in 2012 and was nominated for the Billy T Award just a year later. However, his new project takes him from stage to screen. Pax has just released his new TV comedy series, Raised by Refugees. It's based on his experience growing up in Aotearoa as a half-Pakistani and half-Iranian kid. His parents want him to study hard and eventually become a doctor but all Pax wants to do is fit in and feel accepted Pax Assadi joins Jack Tame on Saturday Mornings to talk about the show. LISTEN ABOVE

What's Goodie Fam welcome back to another 5 minute Rants with Rakz. In this weeks Hilarious episode I jump onto a call with a New Zealand's own Guy Williams. A Comedian & Television Personality who is the prime example of being outrageously funny in everything they do. You may know him from his most recent project on New Zealand Today, or co-hosting the Jono & Ben Show or the winner of the Billy T Award in 2012. A man who has established himself as a genius in the industry who is striving for greatness. Keep going into this episode to find out What's Goodie. Leeeeesgooooo! Follow my Instagram for more Motivation: https://www.instagram.com/rakaraukete/ Guest: https://www.instagram.com/guywilliamsguy/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rakaraukete/message

Dai Henwood is a household name in New zealand, best known for his work as a comedian, TV presenter, and of course the fearless leader of Team 2 on the hit show “7 Days”. He was the winner of the prestigious ‘Billy T Award' in 2002, and is the only comedian to win “The Fred Award” twice, which recognises the best New Zealand show in the NZ International Comedy Festival. He has gone on to host shows such as “Dancing with the Stars”, and “Family Feud”. In this podcast, we dive into Dai's journey through comedy. From a young kid that was always having a laugh, to regularly entertaining audiences all around the world. We talked about the ins and outs of 7 Days and the impact it has had for families across New Zealand, the importance of community, lessons we wished we learnt at school, as well as some honest insights into Dai's own struggles. We have saved the best for last. Enjoy the yarns on the 50th episode and our season finale.

Dai Henwood is a comedian and an expert in punning his name, creating the shows Dai-namic Scenarios, Dai another day, Adapt or Dai and Roll the Dai, and a website called DaiSpace. He's also the captain of team two on the hit TV3 show Seven Days. Like most comedians, Dai graduated with a degree in eastern religions. He won the award for 'Best New Face' on TV2's Pulp Comedy in 1999, the Billy T Award in 2002 and the New Zealand International Comedy Festival's Fred Award in 2007. Then, after famously being the pissed comedian on C4 television, he began to experiment with periods of sobriety before giving up booze entirely in 2018.

Pax Assadi started his career as a stand-up comic in 2012 — utilising skills he'd honed selling vacuum cleaners as a teen. Nominated for the Billy T Award for stand-up comedy only a year later, he began writing for TV series Brown Eye in 2015. He was a writer and host on sketch comedy series Only In Aotearoa, along with Jamaine Ross and James Roque, his colleagues in comedy trio Frickin Dangerous Bro. Assadi has also written for and appeared on 7 Days and The Project, and had acting turns on TV shows Mean Mums, Tongue Tied and animated series Jandal Burn. Since 2019 he has been a regular guest host on The Project.

Guy Williams is one of New Zealand's most capable comedians. He began performing comedy in Wellington in 2007, then quickly rose through the comedy ranks with Jono and Ben, won the Billy T Award in 2012, was named by TV Guide as New Zealand's sexiest male TV personality in 2014, went all the way to number two in the charts in 2015 with his single 'The Pigeon Song', recorded his first stand up special in 2017, and created and hosted his own TV show New Zealand Today in 2020. Guy has never drunk alcohol, explaining that “I've got too much irrational self confidence as it is. If anything I need the opposite of a beer to rein me in.”

Episode NotesSHOW NOTES:Pax Assadi started his career as a stand-up comic in 2012 — utilising skills he'd honed selling vacuum cleaners as a teen. Nominated for the Billy T Award for stand-up comedy only a year later, he began writing for TV series Brown Eye in 2015. He was a writer and host on sketch comedy series Only In Aotearoa, along with Jamaine Ross and James Roque, his colleagues in comedy trio Frickin Dangerous Bro. Assadi has also written for and appeared on 7 Days and The Project, and had acting turns on TV shows Mean Mums, Tongue Tied and animated series Jandal Burn. Since 2019 he has been a regular guest host on The Project. FOLLOW US:You can find THE PROVISE PROJECT over at:Our Apple Link to SubscribeSubscribe on Simplecast PodcastsTwitterInstagram

Seven Sharp and Radio Hauraki breakfast host Jeremy Wells will soon add a new gig to his list: host of a hotly-anticipated comedy game show.Wells is taking the throne as host of new TVNZ 2 show Taskmaster New Zealand. He's joined by Billy T Award nominee Paul Williams, brother of Guy Williams, who will be Wells' assistant.The Taskmaster format was created by British comedian Alex Horne, and is a comedy panel game show where comedians' wits are tested to the max.The New Zealand version of the show will see Kiwi comedians compete against each other as Wells and Williams put them through their paces with bizarre and hilarious challenges which will put their comic skills to the test.The comedians are tasked with impressing "Taskmaster" Wells, who will be scrapping for his points and praise.Well says he's "super excited" about the new role."I can't wait to judge a potpourri of New Zealand's favourite comedians, whilst being ably assisted by the dynamic, energetic enigma Paul Williams."It's also an opportunity to de-robe and head back into the sauna of comedy after a couple of years relaxing in the well patronised, infotainment-rich public spa of Seven Sharp."Williams says the new role is a "dream come true" and that he is a massive fan of the show."I know I have little Alex Horne's gigantic shoes to fill, but I will bravely accept this Task. I can't wait for New Zealand to see the show, I think they will like it a lot. If they don't, I will personally accept full responsibility and move to Perth."Edinburgh Comedy Award winner and Kiwi comedian Rose Matafeo starred on the ninth season of the UK show last year.Taskmaster New Zealand will screen on TVNZ 2 later this year, and the full cast of comedians will be announced soon. 

Steve Wrigley is well known to New Zealand audiences for his elaborate and exuberant comedy. Having appeared on many TV shows from 7Days to AotearoHA, the Comedy Gala to After Hours and his duo show with Ben Hurley World Famous with Ben & Steve, he's proven his comedy chops to the whole country.Winner of the Billy T Award, Steve is now based in New York and joins Pat from his $25,000 house, he purchased and then spent a year fixing up, about life in the US, Coronavirus, comedy, news, new media and more.Watch the full, live conversation at www.facebook.com/DeptofConversationOther useful links================Youtubehttps://goo.gl/uLs7j5Spotifyhttps://goo.gl/zYQUhCiTuneshttps://goo.gl/rMFT7FStitcherhttps://goo.gl/GQkfpS

Tim Batt is a self described “New Zealand-based comedy boy” who has many arrows to his quiver. He's a comedian, a podcaster, a TV host, a TV producer and more and we're looking forward to having him in studio to talk about life, the universe and everything else.His stand up has taken him to London, LA, NYC, Melbourne and Sydney and all across NZ.Tim has been a global finalist for Laugh Factory's Funniest Person In The World in 2016, and previously winning Best Newcomer and being twice nominated for the Billy T Award at the NZ International Comedy Festival.Watch the full, live conversation at www.facebook.com/DeptofConversationOther useful links================Youtubehttps://goo.gl/uLs7j5Spotifyhttps://goo.gl/zYQUhCiTuneshttps://goo.gl/rMFT7FStitcherhttps://goo.gl/GQkfpS

Last night, a group of fresh young comedians began their campaigns to take out one of the most coveted prizes in New Zealand comedy, the 2020 Billy T Awards. The annual prize celebrates the memory and achievements of legendary Kiwi comic, Billy T James. This year’s finalists are Brynley Stent, James Mustapic, Ray O’Leary, Josh Davies and Lana Walters. Lana and Brynley are super busy at the moment doing international comedy festival shows and the Auckland Fringe Show “Lust Island”  but they’ve found time to join me in studio now. The pair have shows in the upcoming NZ International Comedy Festival, an Auckland Fringe Festival show together and they're both nominated for this year’s Billy T Award.LISTEN TO THE AUDIO ABOVE

Billy T Award-winning comedian Cori Gonzalez-Macuer talks to host James Nokise about being famous, being broke and being honest about your pain. Produced by Charlie Bleakley.

Ray O'Leary is a New Zealand stand-up comic, writer for 7 Days and other shows and a Billy T Award finalist. Ray grew up in Whanganui but now lives in Auckland. Check out these videos here and here. Subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts here. Or wherever you get podcasts. Like our Facebook page here.  

Pax is regarded as one of the most exciting  young acts in New Zealand. Beginning his comedy journey in 2012, he has since racked up an impressive array of award nominations for his performances on stage including the 2013 Billy T Award, and Best Male Comedian of the year Awards and in 2016 was nominated for the prestigious Fred Dagg Award.  Pax has also appeared on a number of local television shows Including TV One's panel show Word Up, TV 3s 7 Days, Maori TVs Crack Up, and the 2016 NZ International Comedy Gala. In this episode, we yarn about everything ranging from the process of becoming a stand up, finding material, what success means, and much, much more. Hope you guys/gals enjoy it!!!

Episode Notes Hosts Mike Kevan and Steven Lyons are joined by Billy T Award winner David Correos and Harry Thompson-Cook to discuss Arnold Schwarzenegger's seminal breakout the classic Conan the Barbarian!

Brendhan Lovegrove is a stand-up comedian who has been regularly performing for the past 23 years. In 1998 he was one of the first Billy T Award winners. Reviews in the UK said his show was a riot, then one day an actual riot broke out. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com