The Divine Comedians Podcast (Paula Wiseman)

On this months podcast, I chat with the brilliantly funny Ben Norris. Comedian, performer and songwriter, he recently released an album of comedy songs called 'Moral Vacuum'. We chatted about his work, life in lockdown & about the various music he loves.

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We chatted in depth about Freddie's incredible life and amazing 50 year career in show business. We then also about the music he loves.

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On this months podcast, I chat with writer, performer musician and comedy actor, Rowland Rivron. We chat about his early years as a jazz drummer and then about his journey into comedy, via Rik Mayall, Ade Edmondson and French & Saunders...

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In this episode, I chat with Irish comedian, Michael Redmond. We talk about his life, career and comedy in general. We also chat about his role as Father Paul Stone in 'Father Ted' and about some of the music he enjoys listening to.

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This month I chat with writer, comedian, actor and author, Charlie Higson. Probably best known for being one half of the partnership that created 'The Fast Show', we chatted about his life, creating (imho) one of the best comedy shows of the 90s, working with Reeves and Mortimer and lots more. We also chatted about his success as a Young Adult Fiction author.

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This month I chat with comedian, writer and actor, Simon Day. Probably best known for being part of The Fast Show, we chat about his early days in comedy and the various projects that he's worked on over the years. Plus we talk about the music that has shaped him.

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This month I chat with writer, comedian and actor, Steve Furst.

It's a long-ish interview but in it we chatted about a wide array of subjects, including his work with Matt Lucas and David Walliams on Little Britain, his various characters, including the wonderful Lenny Beige, and his huge catalogue of TV work. We also chat about his musical loves and the time that Lenny Beige performed 'National Express' with The Divine Comedy in Scotland.

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This month I chat with comedian, songwriter and satirist, Steve Gribbin.

We chatted about his life, colourful career and about the music he loves. We also talked about how he's dealing with lockdown as a working comedian.

This interview was conducted over zoom (first time using it for this) so quality is not as clear as I'd have liked, but please enjoy :)

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In this months podcast I chat with writer, comedian and performer, Jo Caulfield. We chatted about her work as a stand-up comedian and her various experiences over the years. There's lots of great and funny stories about her work and life too, writing for comedy greats such as Joan Rivers and Ruby Wax.

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On this episode I chat with the lovely Alex Lowe, also known as Barry from Watford and Psychic Extraordinaire, Clinton Baptiste. We chatted about his comedy roots and his life as a jobbing actor, having worked on some of the biggest comedy shows in recent times.

We chatted about his processes with some of his much loved characters and also about the music that he's loved over the years.

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Rules are made to be broken and so I'm releasing this to the world a little early! 

On this podcast I get to chat with one of my antipodean comedy heroes, the one and only Mark Trevorrow, who most of you will know as Aussie legend, Bob Downe! 

We chatted about Mark's career and the birth of Bob. We also chat about his comedy heroes and memories from all the various gigs he's done over the years. Plus the music he listens to and loves. 

Music;

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On this months episode I chat with Australian comedy legend and one third of The Doug Anthony Allstars, Tim Ferguson.

We chat about his early days in comedy and the various exploits of DAAS at the legendary Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

We also chat about his many various jobs, including; writer, screenwriter, teacher and performer.

Twitter: @RealTimFerguson

https://www.slocoach.com/coaches/tim-ferguson 

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On this month's podcast I chat with writer, actor and comedian, Marek Larwood. 

Amongst lots of other things, we chat about his life on the Isle of Wight, his vast creativity on YouTube/ TV and also a card game he invented called 'Pooman'.  

You can find Marek on Twitter here; @MarekLarwood

Plus you can buy Pooman cards here; https://pooman.co.uk/

Music;

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Another long-ish one for you! In this months chat, we talked about Sharon's beginnings in acting and comedy and her love of improv. We also chatted about finding new ways of working and her being part of the fantastic Dublin Comedy Improv group, amongst lots of other hilarious stories.

Though not a big music fan, we did manage to find a few artists she likes. :)

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In this episode I chat with actor, writer and Irish comedy legend, Ardal O'Hanlon. We speak about his early life, his journey into comedy and becoming a stand-up. Also we chat about his time spent as Father Dougal McGuire in now legendary sitcom 'Father Ted' and his role of Detective Jack Mooney in 'Death in Paradise'.

Ardal also speaks about his various musical loves over the years and his go to bands/ artists.

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On this months episode I chat with actor, writer and comedian, Tony Haase. We chatted about Tony's beginnings and work on some of the great comedy shows, including; Alexei Sayle's Stuff, The Day Today, Alan Partridge, Colin's Sandwich and of course, Morris Minor's Marvelous Motors with Tony Hawks.

We chatted about Tony's lengthy comedy career and also about some of the bands he's loved over the years.

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On this months podcast I chat with Canadian performer and stand-up, Glenn Wool. 

We chat about Glenn's beginnings in Canada and his route into comedy. We have a very brief meeting with his 3yr old son, Atticus and Glenn then goes on to talk about his life as a stand-up. We also hear about his fascinating family history.

We also chat about Glenn's musical loves.

You can find out more here and keep informed about Glenn's gigs;

https://twitter.com/GlennWool

http://www.glennwool.com/

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On this podcast, I chat with actor, writer, comedian and filum star, Dave Johns. We chat about his beginnings in Tyne and Wear and his colourful journey into comedy. He also talks about his working life and his life changing role in Ken Loach's 2016 film, "I, Daniel Blake". 

Dave also chats about the music he loves and memorable gigs he's been to. 

You can find Dave on Twitter here;

@davejohnscomic

http://davejohns.net/

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On this podcast I chat with writer, performer, artist and stand-up comedian, Markus Birdman. We chat about his beginnings and life as a stand-up, plus his survival of two strokes. Also there's chat about Markus's music loves and memorable gigs he's attended.

You can find Markus on Twitter here;

https://twitter.com/birdmanwatching

markusbirdman.co.uk

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This episode's guest is the very funny and talented Dublin stand-up, Danny O'Brien. 

We chatted about Danny's early career and his life as a working stand-up comic. He also talks about his adventures travelling the world, making people laugh and the music that has shaped his life. 

You can find Danny on FB here;

https://www.facebook.com/danny.brien.39

And on Twitter;

@dobcomedy

For all tour news and info please go here;

https://www.dannyobriencomedy.com/upcoming-live-shows

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On this podcast episode I chatted with writer, performer and stand-up comedian, Bennett Arron. We chatted about his beginnings in comedy and his journey as a writer. Bennett also talks about travelling the world with his comedy and the music he loves.

https://bennettarron.com/

@BennettArron

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On this episode I chat with actor, performer and comedian, Paul Putner.

We chatted about Paul's beginnings and his journey into comedy and working in television. He talks about his many different roles and various connections he's made over the years.  His music loves are well documented but here he talks about his music passions and favourite gigs he's been to.

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You can find Paul on Twitter here;

@RealPaulPutner

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On this episode I chat with writer, performer, actor and musician, Paul Woodfull. 

A very well known face and voice in Ireland, we chatted about Paul's beginnings as a performer and his journey through music and comedy. We chat about his lengthy writing partnership with long time friend, Arthur Mathews and also his plans for the future.

We also chat about his passion for music and the bands/artists he's loved over the years.

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In this episode I chat with comedian, writer and actor, Patrick McDonnell. Probably best know for playing Eoin McLove in 'Father Ted', Patrick is a well established and talented writer and performer. We chat about his journey into stand-up and his experiences as a writer on many different projects. We also chat about his very eclectic taste in music.

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On this episode I chat with writer and comedian, Michael Mee. Michael chats about his beginnings into comedy and his journey through performing and writing for both himself and others. He also talks about his many music loves and some of the memorable gigs he's been to over the years.

You can find Michael on Twitter here;

@MichaelMee_too

You can see some of his stand-up here;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRBtnLUAD5U

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IS7binbW-nI

Music;

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In this episode I chat with comedy writing legend, Arthur Mathews. Probably best known for his work with Graham Linehan on 'Father Ted', we chat about his long and varied career starting with his childhood growing up in Meath. We chat about the inspirations for many of the series he's written and also the music that he's loved over the years.

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In this episode I chat with stand-up comedian, actress and broadcaster, Charmaine Davies. We chatted about her journey into comedy and life as a comedian and MC. We also chatted about her processes for writing and where her ideas come from. Music plays a huge part in her life as well and we chatted about her favourite bands over the years. 

Charmaine's Twitter;

https://twitter.com/charmied

Here's her Youtube Channel;

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdOjg7fpLMDohVJaxUlW_hw

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In this episode I chat with comedian, podcaster and best-selling author, Ian Moore.

We chat about Ian's journey into comedy and how relocating to rural France changed his life for the better. Amongst many other things, he talks about the challenges of becoming a French citizen and his colourful voyage into becoming a best selling author.

https://ianmoore.info/stand-up/

https://twitter.com/MonsieurLeMoore

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxLle_EXeT8

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On this episode I chat with Irish stand-up comedian, Aideen McQueen. We chat about Aideen's journey into stand-up from being from a family of teachers and her navigation of the Irish comedy circuit. She talks about her huge passion for music and some of the bands she's loved over the years.

You can find Aideen on Twitter here;

@AideenMcQueen

And Instagram here;

@AideenMcQueen

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On this episode I chat with comedy actor, writer, performer and director, Gordon Kennedy. Possibly best known for being part of the 'Absolutely' tv sketch show, he's also a multi-talented performer who's appeared in everything from Casualty to Red Dwarf to Grantchester and also in the recent series, 'Mammals'. We chat about his early career, the various highlights as a performer and also the music that he has loved throughout his life...

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You can find Gordon on Twitter here;

@gordongkennedy

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In this episode I chat with actor, writer, performer and comedy genius, Graham Fellows. Possibly best known for his comedy creation, John Shuttleworth, we look back at his varied career which began with a starring role as a colourful Nativity character. We discuss his creative processes and also chat about his recent endeavours making new documentary, 'Father Earth' which sees him take a colourful roadtrip to Orkney with his dad. Twelve years in the making, it's a touching story of relationships and trying to make the world a better place.

You can find more information on Graham/ John/ John here;

https://grahamfellowsmusic.com/

https://grahamfellows.bandcamp.com/

https://www.shuttleworths.co.uk/welcome.html

https://fatherearthmovie.com/watchthefilm/

https://twitter.com/johnshuttlewrth

https://twitter.com/gdfellows

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In this episode I chat with actor, writer, performer, musician and stand-up, Jim Tavaré. We chat about Jim's early stand-up days, his journey into becoming an actor and he also speaks about the 2017 accident that nearly cost him his life. He's appeared in some great TV & film over the years, including 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban' and 'The Mysterious Benedict Society'. We also chat about his music loves and also his love for growing fruit and veg.

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Eden Ahbez - 'New Anthem' from the album Dharmaland.

You can find Jim here on Twitter and Instagram;

@JimTavare

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On this episode I chat with writer, podcaster and stand-up comedian, Michael Legge.

We chat about Michael's journey into comedy, being confused for Simon Pegg, thoughts on the state of the comedy scene at the moment and we also chat about the music and bands he's loved throughout his life.

You can find Michael on Twitter here;

@michaellegge

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So very fitting that this is the 40th episode of this podcast and I feel honoured to have been asked to chair this celebration of the Absolutely reunion.

For this episode, we are celebrating the 10th anniversary of the legendary cast reuniting, for what at the time was intended to be a one-off special in the BBC Radio 4 Sketchorama series (a product of The Comedy Unit) back in 2013 at the Oran Mor in Glasgow.

Recently joined on Zoom by Gordon Kennedy, Pete Baikie, Morwenna Banks, Moray Hunter and John Sparkes, we chatted about how the reunion happened and the huge part Moray's mum played in proceedings with the news breaking. Amongst many other things, we chat about everyone's favourite characters and also their intricate processes for writing sketches.

The brand new Absolutely Sketchorama Audiobook Boxset with just over 9hrs of live performances from the series, also includes lots of unheard material and interviews with cast and crew. It's available to download NOW from here;

https://linktr.ee/theabsolutelyradioshow

Also if you have been living under a rock or just want to be reminded how ground-breaking this series was, you can watch here;

https://www.channel4.com/programmes/absolutely

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In this episode I chat with writer, actor, comedian and coach, Neil Mullarkey. We chat about Neil's beginnings on the comedy scene, including his incredible partnership with some guy called Mike Myers. We chat about his processes and he also manages to convince me to have a go at improv!

Neil talks about the journey he took in writing his new book, 'In The Moment' and also the many connections he's made over the years as a stand-up and as part of the Comedy Store Players.

You can find info on Neil and his work here;

https://neilmullarkey.com/

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also a tiny snippet of

Magazine - 'Shot By Both Sides'

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In this episode I chat with actor, writer, producer & one sixth of the amazing Absolutely group, Jack Docherty.

We chat about his initial journey into comedy and also memories of the early days of the 'Absolutely' series on Channel 4.

Jack talks about his processes with writing characters and also about various projects he's worked on over his lengthy career.

We also chat about the music he's loved over the years and favourite live gigs.

You can find Jack on Twitter here;

@MrJackDocherty

If you want to watch the incredible series that is Absolutely, you can watch it here;

https://www.channel4.com/programmes/absolutely

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In this episode I chat with actor, voice-over artist and impressionist, Lewis Macleod. We chat about Lewis's beginnings in Glasgow and his journey into the voice-over world. He speaks about his processes and also about how he 'finds' voices. Easily one of the best voice actors working in the UK at the moment, you will have heard him in the likes of 'Dead Ringers', the Star Wars & Harry Potter video games and also as Ramone, the nemesis of clairvoyant & psychic medium Clinton Baptiste. We also chat about the various music that he loves.

You can find info on Lewis here;

twitter - @lewismacleod

https://www.hobsons-international.com/voices/lewis-macleod

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In this episode I chat with musician, performer, stand-up and author, Mitch Benn.

Mitch talks about his beginnings and journey into comedy and his work on a variety of radio programmes. Amongst many other things he talks about the benefits and use of both Bandcamp and Patreon as a performer and also the ups and downs of performing at the Edinburgh Fringe.

He also speaks of the wide variety of music he loves and also his new found passion for going to live gigs.

You can find Mitch on Twitter here;

@MitchBenn

https://www.mitchbenn.com/

https://mitchbenn.bandcamp.com/album/well-done-medium-rarities-vol-2

https://www.mitchbenn.com/comedy-gigs

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In this episode I chat with actor, singer and Improv legend, Mike McShane.

We chat about Mike's early childhood years, his discovery of theatre and he also tells us some incredible stories from his lengthy and varied career including his time on the now legendary, 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?'.

We also chat about his love of music and various performances on stage and screen over the years.

You can find Mike here;

@thismikemcshane

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In this episode I chat with actor, writer, performer and stand-up, Phil Walker. He chats about his childhood and what it was like growing up with a famous dad. He also chats about his journey into comedy and amongst many other things, getting a masterclass in Panto from a Comedy Legend.

https://twitter.com/Philwalkercomic

https://www.phil-walker.com

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In this episode I chat with actor, performer, writer and stand-up comedian, John Colleary. One of the hardest working and respected comics on the Irish comedy scene, we chatted about John's journey into stand-up comedy and his various roles and projects. He also talks about the learning experience of touring with Tommy Tiernan and also about how he is still learning as a writer and performer. We then chat about the many bands and artists he's loved over the years.

https://aikenpromotions.com/events/john-colleary/

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In this episode I chat with award winning author, journalist, critic and screenwriter, David Quantick.

David chats about his writing processes, mostly regarding the comedy writing aspect of what he does. He talks about his life working freelance and also about some of the incredible shows he's worked on, including 'Brass Eye', 'Smack The Pony', 'The Thick Of It' and of course 'Veep'.

His early working life involved writing for the NME and he speaks about his eclectic love of music and various bands he's seen over the years.

You can find David on Twitter here;

https://twitter.com/quantick

https://davidquantick.com/

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In this episode I chat with producer and Commissioning Editor for Entertainment at Channel 4 between 1984-1997, Seamus Cassidy!

In this lengthy conversation we discuss his journey up through the ranks at Channel 4 and about the many projects he worked on during his time there, including

his commissioning of a little TV show called 'Father Ted'. We chat about a wide variety of subjects and he also speaks about growing up in Northern Ireland.

We also discuss his many music loves.

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In this episode I chat with actor, writer, voice artist and impressionist, Steve Nallon. Possibly best known for being the voice of Margaret Thatcher (and many others!) on cult TV series, Spitting Image, we chat about his long and varied career, beginning in the Working Mens Clubs in the 70s and we also hear many stories, including working with legends such as Barry Humphries, Rik Mayall and Little and Large... He also talks about his many music passions.

https://www.nallon.com/

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In this episode I chat with actress, writer, comedian and future author, Brenda Gilhooly. Brenda chats about her beginnings as an actress, her journey onto the comedy circuit and creating her character, 'Page 3 Stunnah, Gayle Tuesday'. She talks about the many friends she met and worked with in the early days, including Harry Hill, Mark Trevorrow (Bob Downe) and the much missed Paul O'Grady, back when he was treading the boards as Lily Savage. We also chat about her many music loves.

https://www.brendagilhooly.com/

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In this episode I chat with actor, writer and one of Ireland's most sought after stand-ups, it's Johnny Candon! Johnny chats about his beginnings on the comedy circuit and brief dalliances as an actor. He tells stories of his life on the road and we also hear about his lovely friendship with comedian/filum star, Dave Johns.

We also hear about the ups and downs of the Edinburgh Festival, his love of Doctor Who and Shakin' Stevens and Johnny chats about his broad love of music.

https://www.instagram.com/johnnycandon/

Music ;

'Who Do You Think I Think You Are' - Mini Vandals

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In this episode I chat with actor, performer and improv superstar, Mr Steve Steen! We chat about his early life growing up in London, his first forays into theatre and decades long friendship/ journey with comedy partner, Jim Sweeney. He tells stories from his long and varied career, including a memorable appearance in Eastenders as alcoholic childrens entertainer, Magic Marv, which nearly broke the internet.

He chats about the music he's loved through his life and remembers a notable experience at an early Isle of Wight Festival..

You can find Steve here;

@sirsteen

Music;

'Blue Ska' - Kevin MacLeod

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In this episode I chat with 'Go Faster Stripe's main man, Chris Evans (Not that one). We chat about his early life and the journey that lead to him creating the independent film production and distribution company that he is now best known for. We hear about his work with incredible comedians such as Richard Herring, Stewart Lee, Wil Hodgson, Mark Thomas, Nick Helm and Simon Munnery to name but a few and his time spent working with the much missed Sean Hughes.

He chats about his processes for working and tells lots of stories of working with some incredible comedians over the years.

We also chat about his favourite music and his recent passion-project, recording one of his favourite bands, Darts.

https://gofasterstripe.com/

@gofasterchris

Music; Blue Ska - Kevin MacLeod

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We chatted about Phill's career and how he got started in comedy. We also chatted about his love of music and the bands/ artists he loves.

Music Intro & outro;

"Glitter Blast" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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This months podcast is a chat with the lovely Andy Smart. He's one of the much loved Comedy Store Players and we chatted about his career, from the early days busking for cash as part of a double act, to travelling the world with his mates and making people laugh.

Music Intro & outro;

"Glitter Blast" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Featured on this months podcast is an interview with comedian & writer, Moray Hunter. One sixth of the amazing 'Absolutely' comedy group, his character Calum Gilhooley became a firm favourite for fans of the TV series & then later the radio shows. 

We chatted about his early years and there's also lots of stories for fans of the 'Absolutely' series.

Music Intro & outro;

"Glitter Blast" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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This month's podcast is an interview with Irish comedy legend, Joe Rooney. We chatted about his life and career and also about the variety of music he loves and what inspires him.

Music Intro & outro;

"Glitter Blast" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Interview with Irish comedian, Fred Cooke. We talked about his career in comedy to date and then about his musical loves, including also having a shared love of The Divine Comedy. 

Music Intro & outro;

"Glitter Blast" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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