Ask The Industry Podcast
167 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsInterviews with comedy agents, tv commissioners and more about what they do and how they do it.
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EP60 - Andrew Ellard - The art of sitcom writing from a script editors point of view.
August 25, 2016 15:31 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBAndrew Ellard (@ellardent) is a script editor who has worked along side Doug Naylor and Graham Lineham on TV shows including the IT crowd, Miranda, Red Dwarf and more! I got him on the podcast to talk about - Being a script editor Getting the trust of a writer to work with them. What it takes to get a script writing credit. How on demand players are changing the face of TV. AND MORE! This podcast would be useful to anyone interested creating a sitcom, writing for TV or just interest...
EP59 - Ian Boldsworth : The Artist Formerly Known As Ray Peacock
August 11, 2016 08:55 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBIan Boldsworth (@RayPeacock) is a comedian, podcaster and TV warm up act who has been a professional within the industry for over a decade. He's best known as "Ray Peacock". A name he is having to give up for one of the most bizarre reasons. In this very personal interview we talk about picking gigs, making a life and ensuring you're doing things for the right reasons. I got him on the podcast to talk about - Being a TV warm up act Cutting back on the live circuit due to audiences Pick...
EP58 - The ParaPod - Building a cult around a podcast
July 27, 2016 08:38 - 1 hour - 117 MBThe ParaPod (@ParaPod) is an entertainment podcast about the ghosts, the paranormal and everything in between. The hosts are at extreme ends of their beliefs: Ray Peacock (@RayPeacock) doesn't believe in any ghosts. He's a comedian, a skeptic and "the voice of reason" in the show. Barry Dodds (@Barry_Dodds) believes in ghosts, the supernatural and the afterlife. He's a comedian, a believer and the most earnest person you're ever likely to meet. I got him on the podcast to talk about - ...
EP57 - Matt Price - The art of storytelling at stand up clubs
July 20, 2016 08:53 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBMatt Price (@MattPriceComedy) is a working comedian who has been making his living from clubs for over a decade and has firmly established himself as a storytelling performer... however, he wants more but doesn't know where to go from here. I got him on the podcast to talk about - The difference between a storyteller and a stand up His relationship with the label as a storyteller Does being a storyteller mean you’re not funny / can’t write a joke? The clubs that don’t book storytellers...
EP56 - Robert Popper - How to “make it” in TV
July 08, 2016 21:32 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBRobert (@robertpopper) is comedy producer, writer, actor, and author, best known as co-creator of the mock BBC documentary Look Around You, and creator of Channel 4's sitcom Friday Night Dinner. He also wrote the books The Timewaster Letters, Return of The Timewaster Letters and The Timewaster Diaries under the pseudonym Robin Cooper. I got him on the podcast to talk about - How he got his start in TV. How and what the different roles are in TV. How he got the job of Comedy Commissio...
EP55 - Mick Perrin - The secrets behind the global touring circuit.
June 30, 2016 22:47 - 1 hour - 71.2 MBMick Perrin (@MickPerrin) got into comedy tour promotion over 20 years ago. His first tour was Eddie Izzard's arena tour (which in itself was the first of its kind). Now Mick Perrin Worldwide tours artists in 20+ countries. Recently he set up a management agency for comedians whose 2nd language is English. I got him on the pod to talk about - Does TV help or hinder a comedian? What is a character comedian and should they be allowed to say things? How much thought and effort goes int...
EP54 – Karen Koren – Founder of the Gilded Balloon
June 21, 2016 08:42 - 1 hour - 53.7 MBKaren Koren (@KarenKoren) founded the Gilded Balloon (@GildedBalloon) in 1986. Since then they have been one of the biggest producers and promoters of live entertainment events, based in Edinburgh, Scotland, and best known as one of the "Big Four" venue operators at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe each August. I got her on the pod to talk about - The history and future of the Gilded Balloon Awards at the Edinburgh Fringe Her move into Pay What You Want shows. The Scottish comedy scene ...
EP53 - Earl Okin - Why there are so few good musical comedians.
June 10, 2016 08:53 - 2 hours - 86.8 MBEarl Okin (@EarlOkin) is a London singer-songwriter, musician and comedian. He's been performing music and musical comedy for over 40 years and knows the entire scene inside out. He also knows why things on the circuit and in Edinburgh have evolved the way they have. We talked about that and his biggest regrets along along with the biggest lessons he's learned. You can find Earl on his website or listen to him on his podcast. I got him on the pod to talk about - Starting on the folk circu...
EP52 - Henry Normal - Co-founder of Baby Cow Productions
May 23, 2016 16:54 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBDescribed in the Telegraph as "the funniest man you've never heard of" Henry Normal is an award winning comedian, TV producer, poet and writer. He set up Baby Cow Productions with Steve Coogan and has toured with Pulp. He starred in Packet of Three, and co-write The Royal Family and the Parole Officer. He's done it all. I got him on the pod to talk about - Why he struggled to transfer his comedy to TV. How he picked his stage name and why. Why he founded Baby Cow and how they operate...
EP51 - Sam Brady - How to organise your own successful tour with no management, PR or TV credits.
May 15, 2016 15:28 - 1 hour - 53.5 MBSam Brady (@SamBrady) is a comedian who had no management, no PR, no agent, no TV or radio credits... but what he did have was a show that he believed in that he wanted to tour. He took his show around the country to arts centres and theatres and has no started to do it again with his new tour. He's come on the pod to talk about how he did it, what he learned and what you should avoid doing... I got him on the pod to talk about - Why did he start booking his own tours? How did he get ove...
EP50 - Graham Smith - former Commissioning Executive for Channel 4 and Channel Five
May 02, 2016 09:32 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBGraham (@mrgrahamksmith) has been an Executive Producer for the BBC and a Commissioning Executive for Channel 4 and Channel Five. He has also run his own successful independent production company. He's currently the co-founder and owner of Grand Scheme Media (@grand_scheme). I got him on the pod to talk about - How to develop a great TV pitch. The future of TV and how advertising is going to impact the future development of the medium Why comedy (generally) doesn’t make money on TV....
EP49 - The European Comedy Festival Network - Live Q&A
April 24, 2016 21:47 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBThe European Comedy Festival Network consists (currently) of 4 comedy festivals spread out over Europe who all share information, talent and shows to help make their festivals the best they can be. In this live Q&A recorded at the Leicester Comedy Festival we discussed - The relationship between the festivals and Dave’s role in all of this. What their audiences want and what types of shows do and don’t work at each festival. How each festival is trying to attract new shows and more audien...
EP48 - David Mulholland - Big Cheese at the Soho Comedy Club
April 16, 2016 16:54 - 1 hour - 52 MBDavid Mulholland founded the Soho Comedy Club (@SohoComedyClub) 10 years ago. Since then it has grown to 4 shows over 3 nights a week and all of them are ticketed and paid work for performers. I got him on the podcast to talk about... Why he’s frustrated about being known as a promoter and not a comedian. Has it become harder to run a paid night? His thoughts on the “free comedy” nights in London. What nights he makes a profit, loss or breakeven on and why. His thoughts on Inky Jone...
EP47 - Ally Wilson - Head of live and touring at CKP Productions
April 01, 2016 22:10 - 1 hour - 52.6 MBAlly Wilson is the head of live at CKP (@ckpcomedy). CKP are a global touring agent who also organise extended London runs for performers at long established venues including the Soho Theatre. I got her on the podcast to talk about... What is the Guinea pig club? When you’re looking for shows are you looking by thinking “I need to find something that works in this venue” or are you just looking for good shows? Are competitions worth doing? What is the industry's opinion of them? Are co...
EP46 – Daniel Sloss – What is it like being a full time comedian as a teenager?
March 20, 2016 11:10 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBDaniel Sloss (@Daniel_Sloss) is a comedian who is noteworthy because he became a professional live performer while still in his teens. He was the youngest comedian to perform a solo season in London's West End aged 19 and also signed a DVD deal with BBC WW’s 2Entertain label. He was also commissioned by the BBC for a broadcast sitcom pilot The Adventures of Daniel, and has appeared on US Television programmes including The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and Conan I got him on the podcas...
A few things…
March 19, 2016 15:11 - 5 minutes - 3.53 MBThis is just a short episode to answer a few on going questions... Things mentioned in order - Join the Facebook Group hereLeave us a review in iTunes here.Become a pod Patron here.Donate via PayPal on the website here.Pre-order my book here. Thanks for the support everyone. It means the world! Si Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/asktheindustry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
EP45 - Adam Bloom
March 13, 2016 11:39 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBAdam Bloom has been performing stand up for 23 years. He's sold out Edinburgh Fringe runs, he's appeared on TV, he's written for other comedians and is a regular on the corporate circuit. He's done it all and in this podcast we attempt to get to the bottom of how you can do it all as well! I got him on the podcast to talk about... His thoughts on social media and how he uses it How he sold out all of his Edinburgh Fringe runs. Why he’s not been back to Edinburgh for over 5 years. His...
EP44 - Joe Charman aka The Skills Guy - How to build your online fan base
March 02, 2016 11:31 - 2 hours - 99.9 MBJoe Charman found fame on Vine with his short jokes and "skills" videos which have led to him becoming an internet sensation. We talk about the highs and lows of going viral, dealing with haters, what it's like getting spotted in the street and how you can create your own fan base using the internet. I got him on the podcast to talk about... His thoughts on Vine and other platforms Why he considers himself an “entertainer” and not a “comedian” What it was like being the tour support f...
EP43 - Anne Edyvean - Head of the BBC Writersroom - How To Get Your Writing Noticed By The BBC
February 18, 2016 18:15 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBAnne Edyvean is the head of the BBC Writers Room. The Writers Room is the creative heart of the BBC set up to discover and develop writing talent for future shows. I got her on the podcast to talk about... What is the BBC writers room? What are they looking for in scripts How the internet has impacted people’s attention and the BBC. How to make a living as a writer and where you can get your “10,000 hours” and first credits. AND MORE! This podcast would be useful to anyone comed...
EP42 - Jeremy Lee (JLA) - How To Crack The Corporate Comedy Circuit
February 13, 2016 15:51 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBJeremy Lee is one of the co-founders of the corporate booking agency JLA. JLA are the biggest corporate booking company in the country dealing with over 2,500 gigs per year booking comedians, writers, performers and even ex-prime ministers. I got him on the podcast to talk about... How to get started on the corporate gigging circuit? How much can you expect to get paid for a corporate gig? Why he tries not to book “famous” comedians over good comedians. How the recession helped the c...
EP41 - The Boy With Tape On His Face
February 02, 2016 14:26 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBSam Wills is a New Zealand prop-comic residing in London. On stage he performs as The Boy with Tape on His Face. He's been performing since 2001 starting in New Zealand working his way towards the Edinburgh Fringe. I got him on the podcast to talk about... Should you be friends with your fans? The difference between British and New Zealand comedy scenes. Why he is a silent act Will you get to an age where you’re no longer “the boy” but “the man”? Why having “fame” as your end goal is...
How To Make A Living By Working For Free - Audiobook sample.
January 28, 2016 22:37 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBWhat is this? This is an audiobook extract of my new book (sorry no interview here, but don't pass over it... I think you're going to like this). Short Story I want to publish my new book "How To Make A Living By Working For Free". Slightly Longer Story Hi... my name is Simon. Welcome to my crowdfunding project. For the past 6 years I've worked in social media. In short this means I write jokes and make images for the internet. The longer story is I build communities through excellent free ...
EP40 - Iain Coyle - Comedy Commissioner at Dave / UKTV
January 27, 2016 10:08 - 1 hour - 77.3 MBIain Coyle is a British TV presenter, producer and comedian who has worked on TV shows like Big Brother's Big Mouth and Shooting Stars. He is the current comedy commissioner for UKTV and Dave TV. I got him on the podcast to talk about... How to get your idea on TV? (and his email address) What the Dave TV audience likes to watch (and why) Why getting something on TV is not always a good thing. The best / worst show he’s ever worked on. Vital info on TV channels tone of voice. How h...
EP39 – Chris Young and Jake Alexander - Founders of the Hastings Fringe Festival
January 16, 2016 23:22 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBChris Young and Jake Alexander founded the Hastings Comedy Festival in 2015. 2016 is their first year in operation and although they're not the most established comedy festival I got them on to talk about how to set up a comedy festival as well as... What makes the Hastings Fringe unique? Which kind of acts are they're trying to attract? How to market your show if you don't live in Hastings? How to set up a comedy festival and what are the biggest mistakes / learning points they have to ...
EP38 - Adam Larter - How to build a “cult following” from the founder of the Weirdos.
January 02, 2016 21:56 - 1 hour - 47.3 MBAdam Larter (@lartymcparty) founded the Weirdos comedy club (@weirdoscomedy) in 2010. Not a traditional club, it's actually a revolving line up of comedians who act out shows, sketches and plays which he writers as well as a comedy night and a yearly panto. I got him on the podcast to talk about - What does “alternative comedy” mean to him? Has the term “alternative comedy” changed its meaning since the 1980s? Does alternative just mean something which isn’t mainstream and can an alter...
EP37 - Jessie Botterill - Literary agent at Janklow & Nesbit.
December 27, 2015 14:05 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBJessie joined Janklow & Nesbit in 2010, shortly after graduating from Leeds University with a degree in English Literature. As well as building up her list of fiction and non-fiction authors, she runs the company’s social media presence and sells foreign rights across a number of different territories. On the fiction side she’s looking for stand-out voices and original storytelling; novels that ask difficult questions, and explore the answers to those questions in a unique and imaginative wa...
EP36 - Sara Cywinski - How to get your comedy / humour book noticed, sold and published by eBury Random House.
December 14, 2015 18:18 - 1 hour - 56 MBSara Cywinski is Senior Commissioner of Comedy, Humour & Gift Books at eBury Random House (the worlds largest publisher). She's previously written books including Kate:Style Princess and been an "ideas generator" for books at John Blake Publishing. She's been at eBury for nearly 3 years and enjoys combining her love for social media with discovering the new big thing in writing. I got her on the podcast to talk about - How Random House scouts for authors using social media How to get ...
EP35 - Ben Walker - Behind the scenes of award-winning podcasts.
November 23, 2015 19:45 - 1 hour - 63 MBBen Walker (@_Ben_Walker) is the founder of Fuzz Productions who have created Sony Award-winning 'Do The Right Thing', the Loaded LAFTA-winning 'Pappy's Flatshare Slamdown' and the Chortle Award-winning 'Richard Herring: As It Occurs To Me'. We also make Richard Herring's other podcast 'Richard Herring's Leicester Square Theatre Podcast'. They also produce video content for YouTube and BBC online. I got him on the podcast to talk about - The advantages and disadvantages of creating a ...
Happy 1 year to us!
November 22, 2015 21:27 - 9 minutes - 6.57 MBWe're 1 year old! To celebrate here's my "thank you" episode and a list of ways you can help the project. You can find all the links and show details from the past year here - http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/Year1 Feel free to donate on the website - http://simoncaine.co.uk Or become a Patron - http://patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcastOr join the Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/AskTheIndustryPodcast/ Thanks for all the support! Si x Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/as...
EP34 - Amée Smith - Associate Director at Prospero Arts PR - How to effectively promote a show, tour or Edinburgh run.
October 23, 2015 16:05 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBAmee Smith is an associate director and PR expert at Prospero Arts. She has been in PR for over 6 years and has a wealth of experience in promoting and publicizing shows, tours and Edinburgh runs. I got them on the podcast to talk about - How do you make connections / relationships with journalists? How do they scout for new people / talent to represent? How to “PR” an Edinburgh Fringe show / solo tour. How are the “top 10” lists put together and how can a PR help get a show feature...
EP33 - Zena Barrie and Michelle Flower - Founders of the Camden Fringe
October 15, 2015 15:48 - 1 hour - 44.9 MB.Zena Barrie and Michelle Flower founded the Camden Fringe (@CamdenFringe) in 2006 as an alternative to the Edinburgh Fringe. I got them on the podcast to talk about - Thoughts on why the Camden Fringe is a viable alternative to the Edinburgh Fringe. How to promote a Camden Fringe show Is the gentrification of Camden impacting on the Fringe’s development Why do they not do any free shows? Can this model even work in London? What do they think of London publications going up to Edi...
EP32 - Live Touring Q&A Panel (recorded at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2015)
October 01, 2015 22:35 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBThis is our first live Q&A panel on the subject of touring a show. The panel of guests included - Mick Perrin (@mickperrin) founded Mick Perrin worldwide over 20 years ago. Since then he's organised tours in the UK and across Europe for some of the biggest names in comedy. Amee Smith (@Prospero_PR) is an associate director and PR specialist at Prospero Arts. Prospero deal with some of the biggest names in comedy to help get their tour dates known by the right people, in the right publicat...
EP31 - Darrell Martin - Founder of Just The Tonic Comedy Clubs
September 21, 2015 15:58 - 1 hour - 64 MBDarrell Martin (@adarrellmartin) is the owner and founder of the Just The Tonic comedy club chain which operates in the midlands of England and at several comedy festivals around the UK including the Edinburgh Fringe. I got him on the podcast to talk about - How he got started in comedy Why he quit being a comedian to be a promoter His thoughts on the PBH / Freestival venue screw up at the Edinburgh Fringe Championing acts he likes. What it is like running a venue at the Edinburgh Fri...
EP30 - James Alderson - How to go full time in less than two years and start your own comedy competition
September 08, 2015 20:21 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBJames Alderson (@comedyjames) fell into a career in comedy after some personal circumstances made him want to give it a go. Two years later he's a full time professional club comic. I spoke to him about how he found a way of starting a career in comedy later than most and how he managed to start making money from it so quickly. James also founded and runs the South Coast Comedian of the Year award. We discussed this in detail including why a comedian would want to run a competition, what he g...
EP29 - Oliver Double - Author of Getting The Joke on the history (and future) of stand up comedy
August 28, 2015 11:23 - 1 hour - 68.1 MBOliver Double (@oliverdouble) is a former comedian, current University of Kent lecturer on comedy, author of Getting The Joke and Canterbury Legend. I got him on the podcast to talk about - How to make your name as a comedian outside London Travelling as a performer to places miles away from home in the same amount of time as it does to go 10 tube stops. Going “pro” within 2 years (what he calls going pro and how he did it). If he’s pigeon holed or stereotyped as an “old man” on the...
EP28 - Ben Williams - Comedy Editor at Time Out
August 11, 2015 11:02 - 1 hour - 120 MBBen Williams (@benagain) has been the comedy editor at Time Out London since 2011. He's also run the Long Paws Comedy Club for over a decade and really knows what makes a good listing that attracts the eye and the right kind of audience for your event. He also had advice on PR and press releases. I got him on the podcast to talk about - What is the process to get listed at Time Out London. How to get featured / your event promoted for free on the website. Will they accept press r...
EP27 - Aidan Goatley - What’s it like taking the same show to the Edinburgh Fringe for 5 consecutive years?
August 01, 2015 11:06 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBAidan Goatley has been performing his debut show "10 Films With My Dad" for 5 consecutive years at the Edinburgh Fringe. He's had outstanding reviews and been praised heavily. I got him on to talk about taking a show back to Edinburgh, organising your own tour and distributing your show via the internet. You can find and support his crowdfunding attempts to get his show professionally recorded here. And find the book version of his show here. Also he will be at the Edinburgh Fringe festiva...
Edinburgh Fringe Performer Tips!
July 29, 2015 19:40 - 8 minutes - 5.51 MBHere are some tips for making the most of your Edinburgh Fringe! http://simoncaine.co.uk/ATI/EdinburghTips A tip I forgot to include - Check Groupon Edinburgh to see if you can get a massage or some cheap food. Buddhism And Cats... I (Simon Caine, the podcast host) am going to the Edinburgh Fringe... If you want to support me and come see my jokes please come see my show:Buddhism And Cats. You can find all the details of the show here. And reserve your ticket for free here. Basic info - S...
EP26 - Charlotte Austin - Agent and co-founder at CatFace Talent
July 22, 2015 10:10 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBCharlotte Austin started her career at Just The Tonic before moving to become an agent at Red 24. After a few years of working there she (along with the co-founder of Red 24) co-founded CatFace comedy. CatFace is a comedy talent agency which focuses on the live diaries of comedians. I got him on the podcast to talk about - What’s the difference between CatFace and Red24 and why did the company start? At what point should a performer approach agents for their live work? Is it better t...
EP25 - Geoff Rowe - Founder Of The Dave’s Leicester Comedy Festival.
July 11, 2015 23:58 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBGeoff Rowe co-founded the Leicester Comedy Festival while at University as a project for his degree. Since then, he's enjoyed it so much, he's carried on running it. His belief that a festival should be more than "a collection of shows that could take place anywhere" has made his festival community-led and quirky. I got him on the podcast to talk about - The history of the Festival and why it takes place in February What he thinks makes a good local Festival. Does Dave TV use your...
EP24 - Peter Walsingham - Downstairs At The Kings Head
July 02, 2015 09:55 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBPeter Walsingham founded Downstairs at the King's Head in 1981 and has continued to put on one of the best and most well known comedy nights in London. Showcasing a selection of acts including comedians, sketch acts, musicians and more. In this exclusive interview we talk about why he began the club and how it has managed to stand the test of time against promoters and chain clubs. He still runs the club in the same venue over 20 years after its inception in Crouch End. I got him on th...
EP23 - Bec Hill - Potential life saver #SimonShat
June 24, 2015 21:49 - 1 hour - 79.5 MBBec Hill moved to the UK from Australia with her unique and quirky brand of upbeat stand up. I got her on the podcast to talk about - How to find a gigs where your comedy works. What it’s like being a comedian doing a niche style of comedy. The value of having a “gimmick” or memorable style to your comedy. Her thoughts on why “all ladies” comedy night are sexist and not good. Running a themed comedy night - namely the Pun Run Building a base of incomes from different projects How to u...
Patreon Explanation - Please Listen
June 20, 2015 22:55 - 13 minutes - 9.55 MBRecently I've been asked quite a few questions about Patreon (the thing I mention at the start of every podcast). I hope this clears up some of the FAQs including - What is it?Why am I using it?How does it help the show continue?What does it mean to me?How can I donate?Why is it in dollars? If you have any more questions please feel free to email me - [email protected] If you can donate please do here - https://www.patreon.com/AskTheIndustryPodcast?ty=h If you'd like to sign up to th...
EP22 - Mark Fisher - The Edinburgh Fringe Survival Guide - Comedians Book Club
June 15, 2015 19:52 - 1 hour - 76.7 MBMark Fisher hasn't missed an Edinburgh Fringe since 1986. He's a theatre critic for the Guardian and Variety, a former editor of The List magazine and a frequent contributor to the Scotsman and Scotland on Sunday and many magazines, newspapers and websites. This is the first episode in a new series called The Comedians Book Club where I interview people who have written influential works of literature that can help comedians / performers / comedy fans understand the business side of the indu...
EP21 - Alfie Noakes - How To Build A Community Around A Comedy Club
June 02, 2015 11:22 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBAlfie Noakes founded the We Are Funny Project in 2013. Since then he has grown the club into one of the most successful and respected in London. Now he's attempting to crowdsource the funding for a purpose built comedy venue... We talked about - How to build a community around an open mic night. What advantages does theme nights have for generating an audience? How to crowdsource a comedy club, podcast theatre and workshop space for comedians. The booking policy at We Are Funny. The ...
EP20 - Joe Lycett
May 25, 2015 12:23 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBJoe Lycett is a British comedian who gained management and TV exposure very quickly (by most peoples standards). He got the final of a few awards which led to him being picked up by industry which has led to him getting appearances on TV and radio including Live At The Apollo, 8 Out Of 10 Cats and Never Mind The Buzzcocks. We talked about the pros and cons of comedy awards, having management (and finding the right management) and his thoughts on why reviewing isn't a noble profession. We talk...
EP19 - Mel Brown - Founder of Impressive PR
May 12, 2015 11:16 - 46 minutes - 31.6 MBMel Brown has been working in PR for over 20 years and has been going up to the Edinburgh Fringe helping performers get as much coverage as possible. Her clients include Joan Rivers, Jimmy Carr, Mitchell & Webb (Peep Show), Noel Fielding, Russell Brand, Mark Thomas, Stewart Lee (BBC2) and more! Impressive work on Brand and Image Management (including styling and photoshoots) Events, Tours, Festivals, Theatre Productions and Awards Ceremonies. We talked about - What does Impressive PR l...
EP18 - Jill Edwards - Promoter at Comic Boom & Comedy Tutor.
May 01, 2015 06:48 - 2 hours - 94.6 MBJill Edwards runs Comic Boom comedy club, and her stand-up comedy course, which was the first in the UK, at the Komedia in Brighton. She's been in the industry for 20 years and has taught a lot of big names including Jimmy Carr and Romesh Ranganathan. You can find out more about what she does on her website. We talked about - - Why being a comedy booker is the quickest way to being unpopular. - What her audience at the Komedia wants. - What the Brighton comedy circuit is like and how it ...
EP17 - Neil Mackinnon - Edinburgh Fringe Head of External Affairs
April 21, 2015 16:58 - 1 hour - 83.3 MBSince 2009 Neil Mackinnon has been the Head of External Affairs at Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society & Head Of Media at the Fringe. This means when the world's news media and journalists arrive his office is the first place they go. We talked about - - How the Fringe Central can help you work with the worlds media to get the most relevant exposure for their show - How to make the most of a Fringe award nomination. - How the Ed Fringe office can be your impartial PR and when should you hir...
EP16 - Liz Miele - How to go viral and build an online fan base.
April 11, 2015 13:43 - 1 hour - 53.6 MBIn 2014 American comedian Liz Miele decided she wanted to release her first album after 13 years of performing comedy. She had no PR, no agent and very little budget. This is the story of how she took her jokes and made them go viral online to launch her career and downloadable CD. We talked about - Why New York the best place to learn comedy in America. How to build an audience over social media step-by-step (and how long it takes to build a connection with them). Why you should w...