Podcast appearances and mentions of Tom Ballard

Comedian, playwright, and JOY darling Tom Ballard joins Brekkie to chat about the Gay and Lesbian Kingdom of the Coral Sea Islands (yes, that was real), the legacy of JOY... LEARN MORE The post Wednesday Breakfast: Tom Ballard – Queer Kingdoms, Comedy Chaos & Birthday Dogs appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

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Let's visit June 2020 now. America was going through a tough time thanks to the actions of some white police officers. We tried to make sense of events - and some of the suggested solutions. Hari Kondabolu and Tom Ballard were with Andy for Bugle issue 4155 - Joe Biden's Solution.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Start your weekend right with TGIF, hosted by Charlie Pickering. This show features special guests including TGIF with Tom Ballard, Annie Louey and Oliver Coleman. Plus live music by Mick Thomas.

This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by elite-tier Bugler and guest producer Belinda (as well as Nish Kumar and Tom Ballard) delivering a show so saucy it might get you banned from the Vatican gift shop.

Acknowledgement of Country// Headlines:Updates from GazaQueensland Government's decision to freeze access to hormone treatments for transgender children faces court challengeNew South Wales Department of Justice forced to release footage of officer assault on a teenage girl in custodyTasmanian Government plans to delay closure of Ashley Youth Detention CentreUpdates from Kashmir We heard updates from an 'australian' activist currently in Palestine, who shared recent developments in the area of Masafer Yatta, a collection of herding communities in the West Bank. This dispatch includes reporting on settler intimidation and land-grab attempts and the steadfastness of Palestinian herders' efforts to stay on their land.// James Godfrey from Free Gaza Australia joined us to discuss the May 2nd drone attack on the Gaza Freedom Flotilla's ship the Conscience, which occurred just off the coast of Malta. The vessel was carrying humanitarian aid to thousands of starving people in Gaza facing famine after a total blockade on aid imposed by the state of Israel since March 2nd. Free Gaza Australia is a member of the Gaza Freedom Flotilla Coalition, a people-to-people solidarity movement of initiatives from all over the world, working to challenge Israel's illegal blockade of Gaza by the state of Israel using non-violent direct action.// Katrina Kiernan-Walker, one of two vice-president candidates for the Community and Public Sector Union or CPSU Victoria's A Voice for Members ticket, talked with us about the rank and file demand for a fighting union representing public sector workers. Katrina has been in the Victorian public service for five years, and has spent four of those as a CPSU Victoria delegate and health and safety representative. There are still a few tickets left for tonight's CPSU A Voice for Members Trivia Night with Tom Ballard - grab one here.// Dr Chris Taylor, Research Fellow at the Fenner School of Environment and Society, Australian National University, unpacked the state of native forest regeneration in Victoria after the end of native forest logging at scale with the closure of Vic Forests in July 2024. Chris is an environmental researcher with expertise in landscape analysis and spatial ecology, working on modelling forest conditions, disturbance regimes, and biodiversity priorities. Chris has led and co-authored studies examining forest regeneration failure, fire severity, and habitat fragmentation across Victoria. At the Fenner School, Chris is currently contributing to interdisciplinary research on forest dynamics, conservation prioritisation, and environmental policy. Chris acknowledges the First Peoples of the Countries he works on, the People of the Bunurong, Gunaikurnai, Taungurong and Wurundjeri nations and their Elders.// Kate Allingham, CEO of Economic Justice Australia, discussed a newly-released report by EJA analysing barriers to service delivery for women attempting to access and maintain social security entitlements in regional, rural, remote and very remote australia. The report is the first release in a series of three pieces of work by EJA spanning key service delivery, law and policy issues related to social security access, and making substantial recommendations for reform.//

Brett, Tim and Nige are joined by comedian, writer, and satirist Tom Ballard to chat about his new play The Queer Kingdom. Inspired by the real-life Gay and Lesbian Kingdom... LEARN MORE The post TOM BALLARD Interview: The Queer Kingdom appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

In August 2019 Andy was joined by Tom Ballard and Alice Fraser to discuss protests in Hong Kong and the definition of terror. It's Bugle issue 4118, Smelly Death Birds.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Culture critic Brodie Lancaster breaks down the cardinal sin of Oscar sabotage; linguist Kate Burridge briefs us on Australia's semantic border security; comedian Tom Ballard goes full steam ahead with his new play The Queer Kingdom; it's on for Jung and old in Fi Wright's review of Lauren Elkin's novel Scaffolding, the team ask if pen pals are due for a re-write and Breakfasters' movie companion Megan McKeough raves over a robot girlfriend gone haywire. With presenters Monique Sebire, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/ X: https://x.com/breakfasters

In today's Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac covers a broad range of topics. Kat Williams appeared on Theo Vaughn's podcast where they discussed various subjects including race, fitness routines, and religion. Kat shared experiences about Harvey Weinstein, the Illuminati, and his views on truth and privacy. In other news, Nikki Glaser signed a multi-year deal with the Golden Globes, although for less than her initial million-dollar demand. We also see Jimmy Fallon's Broadway debut and updates on other comedians like Jason Kelsey, Bobby Moynihan, Bill Engvall, and Tom Ballard. The episode closes with commentary on modern culture and upcoming Just for Laughs productions.00:00 Introduction and Katt Williams on Theo Von's Podcast01:03 Katt Williams on Fitness and Harvey Weinstein01:40 Katt Williams on Truth and the Illuminati02:29 Katt Williams on Kamala Harris and Politics03:11 Nikki Glaser's Golden Globes Deal04:26 Jason Kelce's ESPN Show Ratings05:30 Bobby Moynihan on SNL and Comedy Influences06:55 Bill Engvall's Return to Comedy08:35 Jimmy Fallon on Broadway and Just for Laughs09:22 Tom Ballard's Controversial PerformanceUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!   This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you'd like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats!https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynewsContact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com John's free substack about the media:  Media Thoughts  is mcdpod.substack.comDCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynewsYou can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

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Tom Ballard returns to record another killer ep and get the guys back on track after a very divisive episode. Get tickets to Capper's Adelaide Fringe Festival show HERE Go watch Capper's special Hold Me Closer Tiny Cancer HERE Get tickets to Mike's Melbourne Comedy Festival show HERE Get tickets to Capper's Melbourne Comedy Festival show HERE Join the PATREON HERE - Just $7 (AUD) for bonus eps and content - get tons of behind the scenes hacks and pranks and help keep this podcast going! Follow CAPPER and MIKE on Instagram Follow PHONE HACKS on Instagram Subscribe where you're listening and leave a review to get the word out there.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In November 2018 Tom Ballard and Anuvab Pal joined Andy, as a six foot cow named after underwear took over Australia. It's Bugle issue 4089, That's a Big Cow!Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Jan 2018 Andy was joined by Nish Kumar and Tom Ballard to discuss some sexy kangaroo news. Yes, you heard me correctly. It's Bugle issue 4056 - What does 'massacre' mean?Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In mid-March 2020 there was only one story in town. Tom Ballard and Nish Kumar joined Andy to talk all things Covid. It's Bugle issue 4145 - Are we key workers?Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In July 2019 Andy was joined by Tom Ballard and Nato Green as we tried to come to terms with Britain's new PM. It's Bugle issue 4116 - The Experiment is Complete.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

April 2018 now and Andy was joined by Tom Ballard and Bugle newcomer Aditi Mittal for a live show at the Melbourne Comedy Festival. We revelled in the stupidty of Britain for issue 4066.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are Americans eating cats and dogs, and do the British know what a fish looks like? It's another big news week. Andy is with Nish Kumar and Tom Ballard.The Bugle cannot exist without your support, please show it here: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donateFeaturing:Andy ZaltzmanNish KumarTom BallardProduced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KIRSTY WEBECK IS GOING TO DIEThe brilliant Kirsty Webeck entered the Australian comedy circuit in 2013 and is now a regular fixture on the Australian comedy circuit. She's toured Australia with Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow, appeared on the Opening Night Comedy Allstars Supershow in 2021, 2022 and 2023 and The Oxfam Gala in 2024, performed on the Sydney and Perth Comedy Festival opening night galas and hosted the comedy stage at The Falls Festival in Byron Bay. Her TV appearances include Tonightly with Tom Ballard, Metrosexual, How To Stay Married, SBS' Celebrity Letters and Numbers, The Weekly with Charlie Pickering, The ABC's Question Everything Seasons 2 and 3, Channel 10's Just For Laughs, The Project, Today Extra and New Zealand's 7 Days. Her first stand up comedy special 'Silver Linings' was released on Paramount Plus in November 2022.Kirsty's experienced her fair share of grief and loss over the last few years - including the shock death of her dear friend and comedy mentor Cal Wilson. She brings her beautiful heart and joyous, effusive nature to planning her Dream Funeral with us today.You can find her upcoming tour dates at KirstyWebeck.com.Kirsty Webeck (IG @KirstyWebeck)Marieke Hardy Is Going To Die is a podcast made by Marieke Hardy (IG @marieke_hardy).You can follow at IG @GoingToDiePodMusic by Lord Fascinator (IG @lordfascinator)Produced by Darren Scarce (IG @Dazz26)Video edits by Andy Nedelkovski (IG @AndyNeds)Artwork by Lauren Egan (IG @heylaurenegan)Photography by Eamon Leggett (IG @anxietyoptions)With thanks to Amelia Chappelow (IG @ameliachappelow)Camilla McKewen (IG @CamillaLucyLucy)and Rhys Graham (IG @RhysJGraham)Drop an email to mariekehardyisgoingtodie@gmail.comWhilst acknowledging the privilege that comes with having the space to discuss death and mortality, we want to also recognise that discussing these topics can raise some  wounds. Should you wish to seek extra support, please consider the following resources:https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/online-grief-support-groupshttps://www.grief.org.au/ga/ga/Support/Support_Groups.aspxhttps://www.headspace.com/meditation/griefhttps://www.mindful.org/a-10-minute-guided-meditation-for-working-with-grief/https://griefline.org.au/get-help/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

  It's all riffs and no theme, and this time it's featuring comedians Tom Ballard and Marjolein Robertson on the subject of: the Shetland Islands, Toronto nightlife, inviting spiders into your house, and an encounter with the Finnish Hells Angels. Check out Tom's show 'Good Point Well Made' at the Fringe here: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/tom-ballard-good-point-well-made Check out Marjolein's show 'O' at the Fringe here: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/marjolein-robertson-o  Listen to the whole episode on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/110165805 Trashfuture are: Riley (@raaleh), Milo (@Milo_Edwards), Hussein (@HKesvani), Nate (@inthesedeserts), and November (@postoctobrist)

A preview snippet of the Patron-exclusive second part of our episode with Tom Ballard - available on the Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/season-3-episode-109576276

In this special live episode from the Edinburgh Fringe, Nish and Coco bring two special guests to talk about the racist riots tearing Britain apart. Nish, Coco and Ahir reflect on their personal feelings and experiences of racism in the UK in the wake of the violence, while sharing some advice for anyone feeling disturbed. Later, Tom Ballard jumps on stage to share how the UK took some of the worst possible inspiration from his home country of Australia. The gang turn to the audience - while sharing advice for wearing sunscreen… And burrito-based magic.  Pod Save the UK is a Reduced Listening production for Crooked Media.Contact us via email: PSUK@reducedlistening.co.ukWhatsApp: 07494 933 444 (UK) or + 44 7494 933 444 (internationally)Insta: https://instagram.com/podsavetheukTwitter: https://twitter.com/podsavetheukTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podsavetheukFacebook: https://facebook.com/podsavetheukYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/podsavetheworld Guests: Ahir Shah - Comedian Tom Ballard - Comedian  Useful Links: ahirshah.comtomballard.com.au 

The gang are joined by Australian comedian Tom Ballard to discuss Riley's supply teacher, ska music and the peculiar invention of Johnny Gourdly All Tom's info inc. tour dates can be found here: https://tomballard.com.au/ Get the Patron-exclusive second part of this episode on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/109576276/ Watch this full episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/4GB5WT2pqqE Follow us online to get Glue-related clips and updates: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@glue.factory.pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gluefactorypodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/gluepodcast

In May 2017 the Bugle made its live debut in Australia. Tom Ballard and Alice Fraser joined Andy on stage for Bugle issue 4026.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy, Tom Ballard and Chris Addison debate if an assassination attempt on Donald Trump has killed Joe Biden's chances in the presidential race. What could Gareth Southgate have learnt from Sir Francis Drake? And, will Buglers help set a new record? (Please don't.)This all happens because you, the global public, fund it, support us here: http://thebuglepodcast.comWritten and presented by:Andy ZaltzmanMark SteelAnd produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aussie comic and returning champion Tom Ballard joins Milo and Pete to discuss Alan's run-in with a white South African and also the wider impact of Partridge across the globe. Get this full episode on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/108000557 You can get all your Tom tour dates etc here: https://tomballard.com.au/ Also Milo's new special 'Voicemail' is now available FREE on YouTube - click here to watch it: https://youtu.be/x4oTP3M6ppo

Jack Druce, Lloyd Langford, and Tom Ballard are here for another live episode. Chattin', riffin', muckin' about, all these things are on the cards. Look out! Theme song by Totally Unicorn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right, or so goes the pithy expression. But at least in Angelika Rainer's case, it does seem to bear out. During Angelika's 20-year career, she helped set new world standards, becoming the first woman to send D15 ✅ and routinely finishing first or second on the Ice Climbing World Cup circuit

This week Sammy is joined by the great homosexual comedian Tom Ballard and first-timer, the hilarious Han Arbuthnott. Follow Tom: here Follow Han: here Follow Confessions: here Follow Sammy on instagram & threads: here patreon.com/confessionsthepodcast  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A very special live episode recorded at Comedy Republic in Melbourne with Mark Bonanno, Lena Moon, and Tom Ballard. Featuring the new single "Parrot" by Totally Unicorn. Theme song by Totally UnicornSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The UK's most exciting election race of all time is ip and running! The Bugle has an exclusive update. Plus, gay animals are attacking our children, apparently. Andy is with Josie Long and Tom Ballard.Become a Bugle subscriber to keep us alive and receive exclusive content, including our subscriber only show 'Ask Andy'.This episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanTom BallardJosie LongAnd producer by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I sit with comedian Tom Ballard (he/him) and discuss coming out over a meat pie, internet browser histories, coming out to ourselves, MySpace, letter-writing as a lost art, lying about being straight to taxi drivers and the insanity of the monarchy!   Connect with MDSML: -Join the FREE mailing list for queer joy! hilaurendeborah.substack.com  -Email the pod to say hi or share a limelight-stealing story! mydadstolemylimelight@gmail.com -2SLGBTQIA+ resources   Connect with my guest: -Follow Tom on Instagram: @tomcballard  -Follow Tom on X: @tomcballard  -Follow Tom on threads: @tomcballard  -Subscribe to Tom's YouTube: @TomBallardAus  -Watch Tom's latest special, It Is I, with 800 Pound Gorilla Records   Behind the scenes: -Podcast production and editing made possible by: Alexi Johnson and the team at @604podnetwork -Theme Music: Shawn Kangro -Logo Art: @raphe.ca

This week we're joined by TOM BALLARD and SAMI SHAH! Tom's been to Bali and is paying the price, Sami's got us all interested in the Ubud Writer's Festival, and Karl's just back from his meeting with The Stay Resort in Koh Samui. Plus we're speculating on the current address of an Australian comedy legend, planning a setlist for our band at the Koh Samui Podcast Festival, and listing people we know who used to be young! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Ballard is here for a completely apolitical conversation! Absolutely no gear about landlords, the Voice referendum, or the Labour Party to be heard, NO SIR! Wil and Tom, of course, chat all this and more – with Wil continually bringing up a recent sore spot for Tom. Watch Tom's special It Is I: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItggoKbJSn0  See Tom live: https://comedy.com.au/tour/tom-ballard-2024/  See Wil live: https://comedy.com.au/artist/wil-anderson/  Everyone Relax merch, Patreon, and more: https://linktr.ee/TOFOP See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This week Sammy is joined by the great Tom Ballard to answer the question 'ARE THEY THE ARSEHOLE?' Follow Tom: here Confessions 6 Year Celebration, 13th April 1.30pm: here Why The Long Face Solo Show: Melbourne: here Sydney: here Brisbane: here Follow Confessions: here Follow Sammy on instagram & threads: here patreon.com/confessionsthepodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An issue of the Bugle now given a title that could have frankly fitted any issue of the Bugle ever recorded. WTF is going on? It was September 2019, and Aditi Mittal and Tom Ballard were with me to answer the question.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and donate here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're live in Adelaide for our 700TH EPISODE! We've got some famous well wishers on the phone, and of course Karl's had to check in on his favourite Adelaide-based Hamburger Facebook group. Meanwhile, we learn a LOT about Tom's lifestyle, Nazeem's cracked the shits in public, Thorno's found some of the greatest merchandise of all time, and Tommy's in trouble because of a dream that his fiance had about him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In September 2019 I gave Tom Ballard and Nato Green the important job of deciding who has the biggest bad guy… Saudi Arabia, or Iran? It's Bugle issue 4122, Dastardly Things.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and donate here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy introduces some fine moments from live Bugles past - from the debuts of Alice Fraser, Tom Ballard and Josh Gondelman, to David O'Doherty's brilliant Irish history guide.Get tickets to the forthcoming live show: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/liveSend thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.This episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanAlice FraserTom BallardDavid O'DohertyJosh GondelmanAnd produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're joined by MELANIE BRACEWELL & TOM BALLARD! Mel's had a spray tan JUST FOR US, Tommy's encountered two doctors with unbelievable surnames PLUS Comedy Festival season is just around the corner so that means it's time to start planning for the hottest show in the guide: The Worst of Melbourne Comedy. Who's getting booked? How loud should the house music be? Where should the seats be facing? And most importantly: what's wrong with us? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're LIVE from Melbourne with SAM PANG, DAVE O'NEIL and TOM BALLARD! We debrief our recent trip to Perth which landed us in the Daily Mail, The ghost of Tom Ballard haunts us for a little bit, Dave surprises Sam Pang with his appearance in New Idea and we go on a rollercoaster journey hearing about Dave and Sam getting lunch in a chicken shop. PLUS Tommy's trying to make up for his cursed print AND we do a live Talkin' Dum Dum! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're joined by GARETH REYNOLDS and TOM BALLARD! We've crammed into a tiny hotel room to mourn Tom's hypothetical passing away and debate the safety of helicopter travel, before hearing about Karl's big night on the tiles with Milan that almost ended his marriage. And of course, because Gareth's here, we talk about pyjamas for about ten minutes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lucy Porter, Tom Ballard, Anushka Asthana, and Mark Steel joined Andy Zaltzman to quiz the week's news. In this episode Andy and the panel search for the world's most obvious spy, the world's most awkward train ride, and the UK's worst road. Written by Andy Zaltzman With additional material by Cody Dahler Mike Shephard and Christina Riggs Producer: Sam Holmes Executive Producer: James Robinson Production Co-ordinator: Katie Baum Sound Editor: Marc Willcox A BBC Studios Production

What's the point in the G20? Why is 'Bharat' controversial? Why did Brit's care about the latest convict escape? And who needs brittle concrete? Andy answers all these questions (and more) with Tom Ballard and Nish Kumar.PLUS: Become the owner of an exclusive episode of The Bugle, on 12 inch vinyl! Become a premium member NOW! https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donateThis episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanNish KumarTom BallardAnd produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.