An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we chat to teacher, parent and comedian, Jay Yoder. Jay Yoder is an accomplished comedian, podcaster, and content creator. As a part of the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour he has performed for thousands of people on numerous Sold-Out shows across the country. Here is an overview of what we discussed:

[[08:44]] The diversity in Philadelphia is amazing [[11:18]]

[[12:00]] Is comedy an individual sport the unsung heroes of Philadelphia [[17:47]]

[[21:54]] Growing up with two moms [[31:18]]

[[32:23]] The nightmares of being a teacher [[40:42]]

[[41:02]] What is social media doing to our kids [[48:30]]

If you would like to know more about Jay Yoder, you can follow his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/jayyodercomedy. Also, if you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. #comedypodcast #standupcomedy #standup #philadelphia

You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to comedian and comedy promoter, Kai Barron, here is an overview of what we discussed:

[[04:39]] How Kai started his comedy journey [[14:05]]

[[42:32]] My ethos for booking acts [[48:44]]

[[48:44]] Dealing with drunk navy and terrible comedy experiences [[58:27]]

[[58:30]] Cancel culture and dodgey people being good at what they do, [[59:42]]

[[59:45]] Being the promoter that people avoid and booking the wrong people [[01:03:00]]

[[01:05:00]] Being your own brand [[01:12:34]]

[[01:14:53]] With all the political mumbo jumbo that goes on in comedy [[01:19:52]]

If you would like to know more about Kai and Shaft of wit, you can go to the website at https://www.shaftofwit.com/. On the otherhand,if you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. #comedypodcast #standupcomedy #standup #standupcomedypodcast

You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this interview we talk to the friendly city comedy crew founders, a comedy club in South Africa, which was set up Chantal Harris and Nolwazi Nkwandla, here is an overview of what we discussed:

[[01:11]] The journeys into comedy and setting up the friendly city comedy crew [[03:57]]

[[04:25]] How has the comedy club changed them and helped the scene around them [[12:23]]

[[20:16]] Is it better to perform in front of friends and family in large numbers or a small number[[33:38]]

[[33:38]] If your doing dark jokes face the consequences [[42:03]]

[[42:03]] South Africa is not as dangerous as it seems [[50:15]]

If you would like to find out about the friendly city comedy crew, here is the linktree:

linktr.ee/friendlycitycomedycrew, if you would like to know more about Nolwazi you can find here on nolwazinkwandla on all main social media platforms, whilst you can reach Chantal Harris on chantalharriscomedy at most of the main social media platforms. If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. #comedypodcast #standupcomedy #standup #standup

You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.

In this episode, we chat to a very innovative and unique comic who combines both standup and improv into a melting pot of hilarious comedy, Mr Lewis Dunn. He is very and inquisitive comedian, where the biggest lesson is being the best you as a comic, here is an overview of what we discussed:

Recognising your strengths,weaknesses, how to capitalise on them to forge your own career

How much do you pander to others and how much do you focus on your own thing

How improv is misunderstood, the divide between improv and standup,

How The York comedy scene is structured

If you would like to know more about Stanley Brooks aka Lewis Dunn , you can listen to his podcast on pod.link/bestgame, you can find out about his improv troop, anysuggestionsimprov.co.uk, you can tweet him on @dunnace and keep out for his Edinburgh show, "Stanley Brooks: I Can make Me Rich" at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2022!."

If you would like to be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster, or drop a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

In this episode we chat to Danny Mcginlay, Australia’s only Three Michelin star Comedian, who is also a podcaster Aussie rules and football fanatic. It was great and delightful episode your going to love, here is an overview of what we discussed:

The comedy scene and the main clubs in Melbourne

Key basics of mcing and his famous article in Chortle, "How to MC."

The most f*cked up thing he has encountered in comedy

If you would like to know more about Danny , you can listen to his podcasts: They Came To Play, a funny look at Aussie rules on https://apple.co/3FssJFq and Danny/Boyd Bulldogs on https://apple.co/3IaabeV. Also, you can watch his Nextup special here: https://bit.ly/3fr0sEK or you can contact him on his website at http://dannymcginlay.com/.

If you would like to be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster, or drop a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

In this episode we chat to Tiernan Douieb a comedian, podcaster and co-organiser of Comedy club 4 kids. This is a comedy organisation that has been running for over 15 years and pride itself on providing cracking entertainment for children the age of 6 and over. He is a veteran of the UK comedy scene and was a delightful guest, who gave insights into comedy which I feel any comic looking to start or venture into the UK comedy scene would benefit from. Here is an overview of what we discussed:

If your a great host, will you be a great comic 

Being a support act for Frankie Boyle

My story of setting up a comedy club for kids

Intro and why kids are the best hecklers

Are kids madder than adults potential intro

If you would like to know more about Tiernan , you can listen to his podcasts: Partly political broadcast on https://www.podfollow.com/partly-political-broadcast or Comedy club 4 kids presents radio nonsense at https://www.podfollow.com/comedy-club-4-kids-presents-radio-nonsense. Also, if you would like to book him you can contact him on www.tiernandouieb.co.uk and one more thing, if you are thinking of hosting a childrens comedy show, you can contact Comedy club 4 kids on https://www.comedyclub4kids.co.uk/.

If you would like to be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at theflopmaster2, or drop a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

In this episode we chat to Aideen Mcqueen, a comedian on the Irish and London comedy scene with charm to conquer any audience, in this episode we discussed:

How she got started at the Kilkenny comedy festival

How people react when people know you do comedy

What I consider to be the biggest problem with comedy

If you would like to be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at theflopmaster2, or drop a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

In this episode we chat to Laura Lyons, a comedian on the Seattle comedy scene and a would be lawyer. In this episode we discuss:

How to get kicked out a comedy scene

How Seattle differs to other comedy scenes

Being a woman in comedy

Why she started comedy to make friends

Why she chose to move to Seattle and what she loves about law.

If you would like to know more about Laura Lyons, you can reach her on Insta at laura.lyons.e and

Twitter at ComedianLLyons.

If you would like to be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at theflopmaster2, or drop a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

In this episode we chat to Ribs Norman, founder of the Faversham fringe festival, playwright, web developer, comedy promoter and comedian. She was a remarkable lady who as a result of all her various roles has a very diverse view of comedy shows and being a comedian. In this episode we discussed:

How she got into comedy, how stand up compares with other artforms and is the most effcient

The challenges of all her disciplines

Promoting comedy shows

How she set up the Faversham fringe

Why she makes a terrible audience member

If you would like to know more about Ribs Norman, you can reach her on Twitter at RibsNorman ,Facebook at RibsNormanOfficial, send a message on her website at https://www.ribsnorman.online/ or you could register your show at the Faversham fringe festival at https://favershamfringe.co.uk/.

If you would like to be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at theflopmaster2, or drop a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

In this episode we chat to Polish comedian and jazz lover, Mike Topoloski, he is a man who has built a massive comedy chain of clubs, all in Polish across the UK. In this episode we cover:

How he got started in Polish speaking comedy shows

How he has team of people that help him run ten comedy shows each month

How Polish and English culture differ

How Polish and English comedy humour differ

If you would like to know more about Mike Topoloski and his comedy events, you can go on his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Polskistandupwuk/.

If you would like to be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at theflopmaster2, or drop a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

We have Kev Rook, owner and founder of Nodding Dog Comedy. He is a former standup, radio presenter, podcaster, events manager and producer. Nodding Dog Comedy Produce, promote and supply comedy events across the North West. From comedy clubs, festivals, outdoor comedy shows, pop ups, corporates, fundraisers, live streamed, podcasts and more. He was great guest who gave a lot of insights into producing comedy shows and is a must for anyone looking to start a comedy club!!! Here is what we covered in the episode:

Starting out in comedy and how it has changed

The benefits of running comedy competitions 

How important is it to have the right venue

What not to have at a comedy gig

What are the keys to booking a comedy night

How to get people to a comedy gig  

If your venue or event is crying out for some laughter get in touch with Kev on noddingdogcomedy@gmail.com.

If you would like to be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at theflopmaster2, or drop a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

No Filter Paul is a brit who has spent 20 years in New jersey and spoke too many world-renowed comedians during his time on 'The Opie and Anthony Show,' ten years before his actual foray into comedy. He chats about many of the issues comedians face, the benefits of being in the New Jersey scene without actually being in New York. If you would like to know more about him you can reach him on all social media platforms at nofilterpaul.

If you would like to be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at theflopmaster2, or drop a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

Earl 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.I got him on the pod to talk about - 

Where Alternative comedy comes from and individuality

His favourite acts

His experience with famous comedians

How the Edinburgh fringe has changed

How Live at the Apollo has developed over the years

His Experience of performing globally across the world

His near death experience in New York

If you would like to know more about Earl, you can find out about him on his website at https://www.earlokin.net/. To be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at theflopmaster2, or drop a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In todays episode we speak to Martin Davis, a professional comedian of 30 years, Known for his unique style and his hilarious take on themes of social awkwardness, everyday absurdities, and the quirks of modern society. Here is an overview of what we discussed:

[[02:34]] Standups are delivering their view of the world and comedy is a standup argument [[05:52]]

[[06:00]] Cancel culture comedy is a load of crap, there is no such thing as a you can’t say what you want to say, you just have to be really good so you can sell it. [[13:46]]

[[14:00]] We need more characters on the UK comedy circuit [[18:46]]

[[18:54]] The circuit is very different to what it was [[28:56]]

[[29:46]] The way you die matters, look at Johnny Vegas [[31:24]]

[[34:39]] Performing in dodgey places [[43:30]]

[[43:30]] People are people [[46:05]]

[[54:53]] Know your worth and don’t do a gig when you aint ready, if you can’t do well in the comedy store something is wrong with you [[01:03:15]]

If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. Alternatively, if you wanted to find out about Martin on Instagram at realmartindaviscapetown and Facebook at themartindavis, you can reach him on #comedypodcast #standupcomedy #standup #podcastvideo

You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.

Oleg Denisov is a Moscow-based Russian political comedian, who has performed all over the UK and Europe and done two Edinburgh Fringe solo shows. He also runs Steal the show, a trilingual comedy show based in Moscow.

This is a great episode which looks at how Oleg got into comedy, how Russian comedy differs to the UK comedy scene, how he creates great comedy sets for English and Russian comedy and his experience running a trilingual comedy club.

If you would like to know more about Oleg, you can go on the Steal the show website at https://www.stealtheshow.net/,Youtube at https://bit.ly/2YSQsz8, Facebook at stealtheshowcomedy and Instagram at stealtheshowcomedy. To be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at theflopmaster2, drop me a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

Friz Frizzle is going to ruin your favourite songs. He has been storming audiences with his armed piano for a decade, where his main aim is to take the tunes you know and love and mess about with them until you don't want to know or love them anymore. He is unique and wonderful guest talking about how his love for parodies led to standup, his opinions on other musicians, how to conquer edinburgh, his struggles and his big Tiktok break.

If you would like to know more about Friz, you can reach him on all social media platforms at FrizFrizzle or if you would like to see him in action, you can always check his tour dates here:https://frizfrizzle.bandcamp.com/. To be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at flopmaster2, drop me a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

Geoff Whiting is a comedian who started performing over 20 years ago. He founded Mirth Control from his house without a phone during a period of unemployment. In the past 18 years Mirth has run thousands of gigs, corporates and more!

This is fascinating episode looking at the struggles he took to create the UKs biggest comedy club chain, the benefits of being a booker and performer, where there are many lessons to take if you are looking to start a comedy club.

If you would like to know more about Geoff Whiting you can book a show with Mirth Control on geoff@mirthcontrol.org.uk, find out about him on his website at www.geoffwhiting.co.uk, Instagram at gthejman/,Twitter at @geoffwhitingba1 and Facebook at geoffwhitingcomedian. To be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at theflopmaster2, drop me a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

Chris J Markiewicz Comedy Promoter , Comedian , Public speaker as the only Sexageneran visually impaired Comic of Polish Origin on the planet. We talk about his first introduction to comedy, the positives and negatives of his USP, running a variety comedy show, a brief introduction to running courses and the biggest lessons he has learnt in life. He is an overview of what we covered:

If you would like to know more about Chris J Markiewicz you can follow his comedy club on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/allsortzcomedy. To be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at flopmaster2, drop me a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

Saif Abu Kandil is a comedian of Egyptian-Iraqi descent. He speaks English, Arabic, and French. .He began his comedy career in 2002. In 2005 he performed at his first Edinburgh Fringe Festival and was on BBC's 60 Comics in 60 minutes. At the 2006 EFF (Edinburgh Fringe Festival) he performed in Patrick Monahan's "Do the right thing." He appeared on Set List opening for Rick Overton that night, as well as other shows during the festival in 2011. In 2014, Saif became the Managing Director of Al Hezb El Comedy based in Egypt. This is a great episode looking at How Saif became a comedian and how it lead to him creating a career as a comedian in Eygpt.

If you would like to know more about Saif Abu Kandil,you can find out more about him on Instagram at saif_abu_kandil, Twitter at @saif_ak_comedy and Facebook at saifakcomedian/, or you can listen to his podcast at https://anchor.fm/saif-ak. To be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at flopmaster2, drop me a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise. If you would like to see a video of it, you can watch here:https://youtu.be/VUPi_uhTly4.

Adrianne Carter is the Face Whisperer. She’s a specialist in understanding facial expressions and applying this to help people communicate with each other. Adrianne can understand other people’s deep subliminal reactions and react to improve in the effectiveness of messaging and communications.

She has worked across the world in 17 different countries – from Australia to Russia, and from Japan to the USA – so has a great understanding about different cultures and how human beings interact and communicate for better outcomes. And with 20 years of experience in one of the world’s leading market researchers, she provides real-time business insight into people’s reactions, often supported by detailed frame-by-frame analysis of recorded responses.

She was an absolute splendid guest, who I feel will give a lot not just for comedians, but other performing mediums. We discussed what makes certain character comedians succeed, Carlos mencia and how the average joe can improve their body language decoding abilities. Here is the full list of topics covered:

If you would like to know more about Adrianne Carter , you can find out more on her website at https://adriannecarter.com/, Instagram at adriannecarter, Twitter at adrubena, Facebook at adriannecarterltd and Youtube at this link here:https://bit.ly/2VsjOmo. To be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at flopmaster2, drop me a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise. If you would like to see a video of it, you can watch here:https://youtu.be/VUPi_uhTly4.

John Fleming is a well-renowned comedy blogger and creator of the Malcolm Hardee, this a podcast episode focusing on his journey into comedy interviewing, what he has learnt about comedians through interviewing them and the common misconceptions.

If you would like to know more about John Flemming,you can reach him and find out about his lovely interviews on https://thejohnfleming.wordpress.com/. To be informed more on Marvin McCarthy and what he is doing,you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at flopmaster2, drop me a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

Todays guest is Colin Leggo, a professional stand-up comedian, writer and current UK Pun Champion. He has taken many successful shows to the Edinburgh Festival as a performer, director and producer. In 2017, Colin was featured on the Daily Telegraph’s ‘50 best Jokes of the Fringe’ list, and in March the same year, an article about Colin’s joke writing process was featured in the Daily Mirror. He is a comedian with a fascinating story, we talk about his journey into a comedy, how he found out he had type 1 diabetes, how becoming an amputee gave him an angle and then we talk about how to create the perfect pun.

If you would like to know more about Colin leggo, you can follow him on Twitter, Youtube and Instagram at @colinleggo. Or you can go on his website at https://www.colinleggo.co.uk/ and his podcast at https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/voyage-of-the-page-turner-1574361, if you would like to find out more about me, you can reach me on all the main social media platforms at flopmaster2, drop me a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

Todays guest is an absolute gem, with have Meera Cade, a lady with a colourful life, she worked in Porn, as a stripper and an escort. This episode looks at what led Meera to all these endeavours, how it lead to comedy, but also how comedians are way more nutty than others things she encountered. In this episode, we cover the following topics:

If you would like to know more about Meera Cade, you can follow her on all the main social media platforms @meeracomedian, also, if you would like to find out more about me, you can reach me on all the main social media platforms at flopmaster2, drop me a message on info@instant-laughs.com or you can donate to the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

In todays episode, we speak to former amateur bodybuilder and seventeen year veteran of the scene, Sandra Risser. She is smart, funny and older than Twinkies. She's eccentric not crazy, drives in the fast lane and can still bench press 500 grams. She believes in the tooth fairy, Santa Claus and clean underwear.Through self deprecating stories and one-liners, Sandra builds a bond with the audience.

She entertains them with stories about her misspent youth, young adult antics and middle aged adventures. As she relates tales about her ex-husband and life from an "older woman's" perspective, she's quick to point out "I'm not old. I'm used!", When she performs, audiences know they are hearing a unique comedic talent. Someone they will return to see again and again.

It is great episode, where we find out the joys of starting comedy late in life, UK and US comedy festivals, the second best thing to laughs, how comedy has changed and how to turn joke thievery into a positive. Here is what we cover in the episode:

If you would like to know more about Sandra, you can get in contact on her website at https://www.sandrarisser.com/, go on Twitter at @SandraRisser, Instagram at sandrarisser ,Youtube at smrisser and Facebook at Sandra-Risser-14794385556.

Furthermore, If you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There's plenty to choose from! I would love for you to leave a (nice) review on iTunes or amazon, and follow me on theflopmaster2 on all social media channels, watch any show of mine on instant-laughs.com , drop me an email on info@instant-laughs.com, or you can share your thoughts on https://reason.fm/user/thecomediansparadise.

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this interview we speak to clown experts Dick Monday and Tiffany Riley. Dick Monday and Tiffany Riley have been life partners and performing partners for the past twenty years, during which time they have headlined at circuses and festivals worldwide including Circus Sarasota, The Big Apple Circus, The Lone Star Circus, Hanneford Circus, Circo Atayde, and Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey.

They created the clown troupe The New York Goofs, Slappy’s Puppet Playhouse, and the Laughter League. Today, they perform together as Slappy & Monday. Here is an overview of what we discussed:

[[03:48]] Honing performances and performing in standup clubs [[04:58 ]]

[[17:56]] Some good coming out of clowning and some bad coming up, a lot of them are cuddling clown performers [[18:54]]

[[22:43]] If you can make success making your art [[23:51]]

[[30:00]] American and European clowning 33:23]]

[[34:21]] Exposing our weaknesses and vulnerability [[37:41]]

[[47:12]] Psychology is very important to clowning we are the ones that are able to share it with everyone [[48:36]]

[[55:43]] Creativity isn’t being original its doing things your own way [[56:59]]

[[59:52]] All that time spent thinking about comedians stealing your material could be used for creating new material [[01:00:51]]

If you would like to know about Tiffany and Dick, you can go on their website at https://slappyandmonday.com/. If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. #comedypodcast #standupcomedy #standup #clowning

You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.

This is a fantastic podcast episode with the amazing, Mikey Bharj, He is an actor/screenwriter/director/editor/musician and award winning stand-up comedian from London, United Kingdom. Born in Harrow (London), Mikey propelled to comedy in his early teens. During his education, Mikey worked as a professional comedian on the comedy circuit, touring universities and comedy clubs throughout London & Europe. In this interview, we discuss his experience dealing with dodgey comedy agents, his experience of being with pranks channel;Trollstation, How he builds an impression, his experience of getting a role in Terminator dark fate and most importantly what he gains from being a master of multiple disciplines.

If you would like to know more about Mikey, you can reach him on his website at https://www.mikeybharj.com/, go on his Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/MIKEYBHARJ or you can email him on mikeybharj@gmail.com.

Furthermore, If you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There's plenty to choose from! I would love for you to leave a (nice) review on iTunes or amazon, and follow me on theflopmaster2 on all social media channels, watch any show of mine on instant-laughs.com , drop me an email on info@instant-laughs.com, or you can share your thoughts on https://reason.fm/user/thecomediansparadise.

This is a fantastic podcast episode with the amazing, Julia Masli, Julia Masli is an Estonian born, London based performer, theatre-maker and clown. She is committed to the exploration of how to be a human being in the world, or at times - a blade of grass. Her work aims to connect directly to audience’s hearts, make their bellies hurt from laughter, and transcend the concept of time and space, on a good day.

In this interview we discuss her humble beginnings at the hardest taskmaster in all of theatre, Phillipe Gaulier. He is a unique man that brings the best and worse in people. We talk about her famous compadres in the clown world, Zach and Viggo and Siblings. We talk about how a chance encounter give the initial idea for her award winning show, "legs," and how through having fun, doing what she enjoys, she was able to win a Malcom Hardeee. Here is what we will be covering in the episode:

If you would like to know more about Julia, you can get in contact on her website at https://www.juliamasli.com/, go on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and Youtube at Juliamasli. Furthermore, if you would like to see her perform, you can watch her show here new Edinburgh show here:https://event.bookitbee.com/34188/julia-masli-choosh/.

Furthermore, If you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There's plenty to choose from! I would love for you to leave a (nice) review on iTunes or amazon, and follow me on theflopmaster2 on all social media channels, watch any show of mine on instant-laughs.com , drop me an email on info@instant-laughs.com, or you can share your thoughts on https://reason.fm/user/thecomediansparadise.

This is a fantastic podcast episode with the amazing, Rizal Van Geyzel, co-founder and co-owner of Crackhouse comedy club, Malaysias' first full-time comedy club. It looks at his Dutch and Chinese heritage, how he first got interested in comedy by watching, Only fools and horses, what lead him to starting Malaysia's first-full time comedy club, how he loves having competitors, how he recruits international headliners, how him and his team are keeping afloat by making pizzas with comedy clips.

This is a fantastic episode for anyone looking to start comedy in Malaysia, looking to build a full-time comedy club in their scene and how to adapt to challenging circumstances. Below are the topics that we discussed in the podcast:

If you would like to know more about the Crackhouse comedy club you can go on their website at https://www.crackhousecomedy.asia/ or contact them on laugh@crackhousecomedy.asia. Also, please donate to them on their Paypal link at www.PayPal.me/crackhousekl. Malaysia is currently going through its 3rd lockdown and death rates are at an all time high not just for covid but suicide rates amongst the people. The Crackhouse Comedy Club is currently running a pay-it-forward initiative to help bring cheerful yummy pizzas to those who otherwise at afford it. They are prioritising welfare homes, homeless shelters and families struggling during lockdown. Any amount big or small will certainly go a long way.

If you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There's plenty to choose from! I would love for you to leave a (nice) review on iTunes or amazon, and follow me on theflopmaster on all social media channels, watch a show of mine on instant-laughs.com , drop me an email on info@instant-laughs.com.

In this episode we speak to the amazing Dian Perry, a US voiceover artist, teacher and voiceover coach based in London with over 20 years in the industry. She’s worked as a professional voice actor since early 1998 and a character voice teacher and voiceover coach since 2006.

She was a remarkable guests giving unique insights into how stand-up and voiceover work are very similar, looks at what are pitfalls both performers in those mediums share, how to challenge that and how focusing on the process rather than the end result, achieves success.

If you would like to know more about Dian Perry, her book voiceover Narration, Creating Performances from the Inside Out will be published by Bloomsbury Methuen on July 1st. You can also get in contact on her website at DianPerry.com, Facebook at dian.perry, Instagram at dianperryvo and Twitter at voicegirl1111.

If you would like to see more content like this, please support the podcast on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise. You can also reach him on all social media platforms at theflopmaster, reach him on info@instant-laughs.com or you can watch one of his shows at instant-laughs.com.

Wayne the weird or Wayne Shakespeare is a comedian and magician, who has been performing for corporate clients, private parties, weddings, restaurants and even on the streets entertaining and amazing audiences of all ages for over a decade.

This is a great podcast where we examine the difficulties of being a comic and magician, the advantages, performing on line ups with other magicians, why he never posts on social media.

If you would like to find out about Wayne, you can reach him on Facebook at waynetheweirdmagic,Twitter at WayneTheWeird, Instagram at waynetheweird or you reach him on his website at https://waynetheweird.co.uk/.

If you would like to know more about Marvin , you can reach him on all social media platforms at theflopmaster, reach him on info@instant-laughs.com or you can watch one of his shows at instant-laughs.com. Also, you can donate to the pod on https://www.patreon.com/thecomediansparadise.

Matt Price has been a comedian for a very long time. He has performed in 30 countries including fiver tours of Australia and he hosts a podcast called Conversations with criminals. He is known as a storytelling comedian (but with plenty of jokes) but he is an all-rounder who can turn up at pretty much any room and entertain whoever is in the audience. Apart from the odd disaster. He is a great comic who discusses how his years in comedy and dealing with criminals has shaped him as a comedian.

If you would like to know more about Matt, you can reach him on Twitter at @mattpricecomic and you can listen to his fantastic podcast, Conversations with criminals at https://conversationswithcriminals.com/. If you would like to know more about Marvin , you can reach him on all social media platforms at theflopmaster, reach him on info@instant-laughs.com or you can watch one of his shows at instant-laughs.com

Pam Benjamin has been the Director of Mutiny Radio since 2013, a free speech, internet streaming podcast hub from the Mission district of San Francisco providing a platform for comedy, poetry, local and world news, opinion, music, activism and more! She's also a stand up comic and internationally published poet with 2 published novels. She is a character on the San Francisco comedy scene, gave us a thorough account of the clubs in San Francisco, how the city has changed over the years, what she has noticed in the San Francisco comedy scene, Why she is a character and will never leave the scene.

If you would like to know more about Pam, you can reach her on Instagram at @mutinyradio_sf,Pam Benjamin has been the Director of Mutiny Radio since 2013, Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MutinyRadio.

Whilst if you would like to know about Marvin, you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at theflopmaster, email me on info@instant-laughs.com to get in touch or you can visit my comedy club at instant-laughs.com. 

Max Kerwien is a standup comedian, actor, and award winning poet originally from Seattle, Washington. His silly and biting humor has won over audiences all around the world. He has performed at the Hollywood Improv, Second City Hollywood, and the Comedy Underground in Seattle. In 2016 he won the Joan Grayston Poetry Prize. He is best known for his book, "Poems to Ruin Dinner with", and the fact that he is legally no longer allowed to enter Alaska due to a misunderstanding at the border. He performs regularly in clubs and theaters all over the country.

He was a fascinating guest, where we looked at comedians who are being creative outside of the regular setup punchline, looked at how to combine poetry and comedy, what combining poetry and comedy will give you. If you would like to know more about Max, you can reach him on Instagram at @kerwien.

Whilst if you would like to know about Marvin, you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at theflopmaster, email me on info@instant-laughs.com to get in touch or you can visit my comedy club at instant-laughs.com.

Todays guest is Dr Naomi Paxton, a performer, writer, broadcaster, and researcher.She is currently employed as Knowledge Exchange Fellow at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London. She is also a Parliamentary Academic Fellow, and an Associate Fellow of the School of Advanced Study, University of London. ​

Naomi performs comedy, cabaret, magic and variety shows as her character Ada Campe. In 2018 she won the prestigious New Act of the Year Show (NATYS), and the Leicester Square Theatre Old Comedian of the Year competition. In 2019 Ada Campe was shortlisted for the Chortle Awards in the Variety category, and for the 2019 Funny Women awards in the Best Show category.

She was a remarkable guest, where we looked at her unique journey into comedy, the benefits of being a character act, how she adjusts to variety, cabaret, stand-up and burlesque shows. Sorry for the sound and some intrusions, had to record the podcast in a Boots opticians in Epsom, whilst promoting the show. It is a great episode for comedians looking to build their unique style of comedy. If you would like to find out about Naomi and Ada, you can reach them on the following platforms:Twitter at @NaomiPaxton | @AdaCampe ,Instagram at @Naomi.Paxton | @Ada.Campe or reach out on her website at www.naomipaxton.co.uk.

Whilst if you would like to know about Marvin, you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at theflopmaster, email me on info@instant-laughs.com to get in touch or you can visit my comedy club at instant-laughs.com.

In this episode we talk to the magnificent, amazing Bilal Young, a very determined and hungry comedian. He gives a brief intro into the San Diego scene, Houston, how Kobe Bryant inspires him and many more as he has made a permanent mark on the San Diego scene in such a short space of time.

If you would like to know more about Bilal, you can reach him on www.westonyoungent.com or all social media platforms at @bilalyoungofficial. Whilst if you would like to know about Marvin, you can reach him on all the main social media platforms at theflopmaster, email me on info@instant-laughs.com to get in touch or you can visit my comedy club at instant-laughs.com.

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. We talk to Michelle Matlock, the first first African American woman to create a main character in a Cirque du soleil production. Here is an overview of what we discussed:

[[02:07 How she became a clown [[05:30]]

[[05:30 Clowning vs acting [[06:10

[[07:04 What is clowning [[08:13 ]]

[[10:19]] Being an African American clown is a different journey to regular clowns [[17:08]]

[[26:42]] The difficulty of being the only African American clown in a room [[29:31]]

[[40:41]] Saying goodbye to the wrong people and yes to the right people [[43:54]]

If you would like to know more on Michelle, you can find out about on her website at https://www.michellenicolematlock.com/, or if you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. #comedypodcast #standupcomedy #standup #podcastvideo

You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.

Todays guest is arising star of the mainstream and urban comedy circuit, Darran Griffiths. He is a comedian, host and podcaster born and raised in Harlow, to Jamaican parents, he has a blend of Caribbean confidence and Essex irreverence. Flagrant, thought-provoking and funny.

In this interview we talk about growing up as a minority in a predominately very white, post war town in Essex, Harlow. How he stumbled into comedy through a self-help workshop, the problems with self-help, what separates open-mic from pro acts, how the urban and mainstream circuit work. It is a very informative episode looking at the beliefs, mindsets and attitudes that are needed to grow fast in the industry, but also how to have long-term lasting success, without the side effects that may occur.

If you would like to find out more about Darran, you can reach him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at griffthejoker, check him out on darrangriffiths.com or you can listen to him on his podcast,"Griff's Brain Dump," at https://spoti.fi/3qiOy4t.

If you would like to more about Marvin, you can reach him on social media at riceandchips1, or you can email him on info@instant-laughs.com and you come to his comedy club at instant-laughs.com.

This is an episode with Lucio Buffalmano , Lucio's purpose and life goal is to advance, codify, and teach a fresh and groundbreaking approach to social and life skills based on a new discipline: power dynamics. To begin with, most social skills and social strategies resources failed to properly address the "darker side" of (human) nature. Call that approach "naive

self-help". Consequently, he created power moves, an organisation that aims to help you get the best from yourself and navigate.

This is a fascinating episode where we look at some of the sharks and dodgey situations I have faced in comedy. Hopefully it can help you deal with some of these situations so you do not have to face them on your comedy journey . This is a topic that will definitely be visited again at some point soon. Please give me some feedback with the episode and let me know what you think on info@instant-laughs.com. If you would like to know more about Lucio you can reach him on his website at https://thepowermoves.com/.

If you would like to know more about Marvin, you can reach him on all social media platforms at riceandchips1.

Hello and welcome to another episode of the Comedians paradise, a podcast, where we speak to amazing and fabulous individuals that will inspire comedians to live life on their terms. In this episode, we speak to the amazing, Darren Matthews, a hilarious and charismatic comedian from the Northern Ireland scene.

We talk about the joys of travelling abroad, adjusting your jokes to different countries, how the Northern Ireland scene operates, How to progress and the biggest lesson in life don't be a cunt.

If you would like to find out more about Darren, you can reach him on Facebook at DarrenMatthewsComedy, Twitter at @MatthewsDarren, Instagram at darrenmatthewscomedian or you can listen to his fabulous podcast here:https://anchor.fm/darrenmatthewscomedy.

To find out more about Marvin you can reach him on all social media platforms at riceandchips1 or you can get in touch by emailing info@instant-laughs.com.

In this episode we talk to French superstar comedian, Paul Taylor. He is a comedian who left Apple and built a huge fanbase, through his famous, "WTF France series". It talks about his journey into comedy starting in the UK, The French comedy scene, His journey into WTF France, How it lead to him living his dream, French and English food, Touring a multi-lingual show and an awkward pants conversation with the ex-French presidents wife.

If you would like to know more about Paul, you can reach him on his website at https://paultaylorcomedy.com/, Instagram at ptcomedy, Facebook at ptcomedy,you can also listen and chat to him on his fabulous new podcast, "Paul Taylor's Happy Hour Live."

To find out about Marvin, you can reach him on all social media platforms at riceandchips1 or you can drop him an email at info@instant-laughs.com.

Casey McNeal is a Boston comedian and humorist. Often described as "Addicted to Disorders," he regularly brings his mental rants to Clubs throughout New England and New York. Sometimes observational, sometimes absurd, but always told through the eyes of his mental hang-ups, his comedy appeals to those who have hang-ups, and those who like to laugh at other people’s hang-ups. He has opened for legends like Sam Kinison, Margaret Cho, Kevin Nealon, and Judy Tenuta, among others.

This is great episode looking at the wisdom of 31 year veteran of the Boston scene, advice new comics should make when getting in comedy,how the Boston scene works, why Boston has produced many greats, What separates comedians and how to build a 45 minute set. This episode is a must see, if you would like to know more about Casey, you can reach him on website at  CaseysComedy.com,Facebook at CaseyMcNealComedy,Instagram at CaseysComedy, Youtube at CaseyMcNeal and TikTok at caseyscomedy.

If you would like to know more about Marvin, you can reach him on riceandchips1.

Todays guest is Long John, an award-winning comedian from Zimbabwe who immigrated to South Africa. It is a remarkable story of making the most of what you have, the struggles he has faced, the structure of the African comedy scene, the challenges faced with South African and Zimbabwe audiences.

If you would like to find out more about Long John, you can reach him on all social media platforms at long_john_comedian. Also if you would like to know more about Marvin and his upcoming projects, you can reach him on all social media platforms at riceandchips1.

This an episode with one of the rising stars of the UK comedy scene, Finlay Christie. He won "So you think your funny," the biggest comedy competition in the UK, at the tender age of 19. It is a comedy comp that has produced many of the UKs best comedians.

It is a great episode looking at behind the scenes at the UKs biggest comedy competitions, what winning comps give you, what having an agent gives you and answering the question how important is winning a comedy comp.

If you would like to find out about Finlay, you can reach him on all social media platforms at finlaycomedy. Also, if you would like to know more about me, you can reach me on all social media platforms at riceandchips1. Furthermore, if you have any suggestions on the podcast or want to get in contact you can reach me at info@instant-laughs.com.

Todays guest is the remarkable, Benjamin Bankole Bello. He is the creator of President Obonjo, one of the best comedy characters in the UK comedy scene. He is a Malcolm Hardee Award Winner 2019 and has been gigging across the UK comedy scene for over a decade.

This episode looks at his journey in Nigeria under dictators lead to President Obonjo, how comedians who are change agents have thrived during the pandemic, how your mental state maybe just as important as your skill in comedy and How getting on the Live at the Apollo does not define you and your success in comedy. This is a great episode for people to see if they have the chops for comedy, struggling and need to reassess.

To find out more about Benjamin and his comedy you can reach him on his website at http://presidentobonjo.co.uk/, Facebook at President-Obonjo-272170719488429, Twitter at @realObonjo, Tiktok at presidentobonjo and Instagram at obonjo. Most importantly you can see him live for his show, "Stolen," at The Brighten fringe here:https://bit.ly/2RV3cC5 and Hastings fringe here:https://bit.ly/3wKrSMe.

If you would like to know more about me, you can reach me on Twitter, Tiktok, Youtube, Facebook at riceandchips1.

Todays guest is Lynn Ruth Miller. She is an 87 year old comedian, author and cabaret star. Starting stand up at the age of 70, travelling the world and moving countries to pursue her dream career, Lynn Ruth Miller is a tour de force of the comedy circuit. Paving the way for women in comedy Lynn Ruth is a true inspiration for all generations.

This is a fascinating episode on finding out about doing what you love later in life, how its not the funniest that get ahead, whats wrong with open-mic comedy, the struggles of not having money in comedy and is filled with advice for new comedians looking to progress in the circuit.

If you would like to know more about Lynn, you can reach her on Twitter at lynnruth, Facebook at LynnRuthMiller, Instagram at Lynnruthmiller, she also has a website, which you can contact her on https://www.lynnruthmiller.com/.

Also, she has a book on amazon, that is semi-biographical look at her journey from journalism to comedy and is filled with tips for aspiring performers. Here is the link:https://amzn.to/34iaT7W.

If you would like to find out more about me, you can reach him on his social media at riceandchips1 on Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram , Twitter and Youtube.

Making people laugh is the greatest feeling in the world, the challenges you have to overcome are not. Join comedian and promoter Marvin McCarthy as he interviews larger-than-life characters that will help you live life on your own terms and be the best comedian you can be.

This is a great interview with Mark O'keefe, an Irish comedian who has travelled the world with a unique and scintillating edge that none forget. This episodes has advice on dealing with mugging, behind the scenes at one of Canadas biggest clubs and very intriguing insights to comedians that are up-and-coming.

If you would like to know more about Mark, you can reach him on Facebook at markokcomedy. Also, he runs a fantastic podcast with his wife, called, "The American Irish life." Their captivating and shocking stories will give you many memories. You can reach the American Irish life on all the main podcast providers.

If you would like to find out more about Marvin, you can reach him on his social media at riceandchips1 on Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram , Twitter and Youtube.

An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. We speak to Bangladesh comedian and comedy club owner, Naveed Mahbub. He was awarded Best Male Comedian in the 2007 Las Vegas Comedy Festival. In 2016, Mahbub was featured in US-based comedy television channel Comedy Central. He hosts a morning radio show, Good Morning Bangladesh, on ABC Radio. Here is an overview of what we discussed:

[[07:02]] How I got started in comedy and my experience of the Bangladesh comedy scene [[10:35]]

[[11:40]] What is standup about, how’s it different and how its the same across the globe [[14:14]]

[[14:15]] What I have learnt playing in 30 countries [[15:05]]

[[19:24]] The struggle of getting acts in small scenes compared with the UK [[19:42]]

[[21:40]] How travelling to different comedy scenes across the globe stopped me from being complacent [[23:52]]

[[24:05]] The unique challenges of doing comedy in Bangladesh [[27:30]]

[[30:58]] Bangladesh has way more trauma than the UK [[33:07]]

[[38:14]] Why you need to be aware of the culture you are performing in [[40:12]]

[[43:39]] Sandy shore comedy advice [[44:51]]

If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. #comedypodcast #standupcomedy #standup #bangladesh

You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.

Making people laugh is the greatest feeling in the world, the challenges you have to overcome are not. Join comedian and promoter Marvin McCarthy as he interviews larger-than-life characters that will help you live life on your own terms and be the best comedian you can be.

In this episode we chat to promoter extraordinaire, Jim Howarth, owner of Comedy hotspot. He is a man who went from the military, corporate world, set up his first comedy show in the RAF, it was everything that you don't do in a gig. However, Comedy hotspot are now one of the best comedy clubs in the UK running some of the best gigs imaginable and some of the best comedians in the UK.

This an episode that is perfect for anyone looking at setting up a gig and an example of what every comedy gig should be.

If you would like to know more about Comedy hotpot, you can reach them on their website at https://www.comedyhotspot.co.uk/, Facebook at comedyhotspot, Twitter at comedy_hotspot and Instagram at comedyhotspot.

If you would like to find out more about Marvin, you can reach him on his social media at riceandchips1 on Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram , Twitter and Youtube.

Making people laugh is the greatest feeling in the world, the challenges you have to overcome are not. Join comedian and promoter Marvin McCarthy as he interviews larger-than-life characters that will help you live life on your own terms and be the best comedian you can be.

Todays guest is the amazing, John Gordillo,he is an award-winning script editor/director who has worked with Eddie Izzard, Seann Walsh, Josh Widdicombe, Shappi Khorsandi, Dara Ó Briain, Paul Chowdhry, Michael Mcintyre, Mark Steel and Reginald D Hunter.

In this episode, we talk about his journey into stand-up, why he left stand-up to become a director, what newer comedians get wrong with a show, strategies of different idioms for producing shows and at the end of the pod, why a comedy director is needed.

To find out more about John, you can look at his new podcast about his beloved daughter, "A podcast for kel," here is the link:https://bit.ly/3hvAUsq. You can also reach him on Twitter at JohnGordillo,

If you would like to find out more about Marvin, you can reach him on his social media at riceandchips1 on Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram , Twitter and Youtube.

Making people laugh is the greatest feeling in the world, the challenges you have to overcome are not. Join comedian and promoter Marvin McCarthy each Thursday and Sunday evening at 8pm as he interviews larger-than-life characters that will help you live life on your own terms and be the best comedian you can be.

In this episode, we chat to Tony Cowards, he is a comedian who has been involved for over a decade in comedy. He talks about how he used to watch comedy at first, where it was the ones that bombed that inspired him, the challenges of seeing people more successful, how to focus on your on progress and the psychology of comedy.

If you would like to find out more about Tony, you can reach him on Twitter at TonyCowards,Instagram at tonycowardscomedy and Facebook at TonyCowardsComedian.

To find out more about The Comedians paradise, you can listen to the podcast on Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3gvhosj​ and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/2YSGAD6​.

If you would like to find out more about Marvin, you can reach him on his social media at riceandchips1 on Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram , Twitter and Youtube.