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  • Comedian Rich Wilson talks to fellow comedian Jeff Innocent. Expect a nostalgia-fest!

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  • Jason Delaney @jasedelaney is an emotional Poet, whose poems and wisdoms you will often find flying around the internet, widely shared daily, by his many followers. Over one hundred thousand followers on Instagram.

    Jason has been called a Poet influencer by his followers. Jason takes great pride that some of his followers have now started their own writing journeys and are writing and sharing poetry. Jason has published 3 books of his emotional poetry to date. A passionate advocate for supporting mental health issues, Jason will write jokes and wisdoms as well as the poetry. He does so to raise a smile. Jason loves to turn a frown upside-down. Priding himself on being an Empath and understanding that you have to tread through the darkness to get to the light, Jason engages constantly with his followers to support them in anyway that he can. Be it an emotional poem or a hilarity tinged wisdom. Jason is a featured poet on the awesome website Poetry for Mental Health. This is where he first shared his emotional poems.


    #poetry #mentalhealth

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  • Hear Richard Gadd's open and honest chat with Rich Wilson at the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe, discussing some of the events that inspired the hit Netflix show Baby Reindeer.


    #Netflix #RichardGadd #BabyReindeer

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  • In 2023, Holly and David released their own TV show: EGGS TV, embarking on a

    televisual odyssey through alternative art, music, spoken word and underground culture.

    Teaming up with artist Casey Raymond, the 6 part YouTube series sucks you spiralling

    down the plughole into The Lovely Eggs’ distinctly off the wall universe, featuring guests

    Ian Mackaye, Gruff Rhys, Stewart Lee, John Grant, Cate le Bon, Maxine Peake, John

    Cooper Clarke, Space Lady, Pigs X 7, White Hills, Chris Packham and loads more.


    The Lovely Eggs have played hundreds of gigs around the

    UK, USA and Europe. They have produced six albums and recorded more than ten live

    sessions for BBC 6 Music and BBC Radio One.


    Their new album "Eggsistentialism" is released May 17.


    Chapters00:00

    Introduction and DIY Approach to Music

    07:27

    Mental Health and Challenges of Being Independent Artists

    16:28

    The Impact of the Internet on Music Discovery

    36:30

    The Importance of Belonging to a Tribe

    46:12

    Embracing Individuality and Creating Unique Sounds

    53:21

    Creating the World You Want to Live In


    Find them on all the socials @thelovelyeggs


    https://www.instagram.com/thelovelyeggs/

    https://www.facebook.com/thelovelyeggs

    https://twitter.com/TheLovelyEggs/

    http://www.thelovelyeggs.co.uk

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  • “An hour of television can change everything,” Billie Piper says in the trailer for the new Netflix film based on the true events leading up to Prince Andrew’s explosive 2019 BBC Newsnight interview. The eyes of Britain were on journalist Emily Maitlis (played by Gillian Anderson) as she grilled the royal (Rufus Sewell) about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. The fallout was immediate, as Prince Andrew announced that he was stepping back from his public duties in the days following the broadcast.  


    24 hours ahead of the new Netflix drama SCOOP "dropping", here's another chance to hear Mark Harrison, the photographer who took the photo that was front page on newspapers around the world, talking to Rich Wilson back in 2021.

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  • Our wonderful guest this week is artist and comedian Nick Wilty and I’m telling you now that nobody has lived a life as full as Nick. The stories this man could tell would be enough time fill twenty podcasts so I was overjoyed when agreed to join me on Men Brain. I will tell you now that we do cover some fairly dark topics but Nick’s storytelling ability makes them easy to navigate.


    Go to https://www.patreon.com/menbrainpodcast for ALL for YouTube videos LONG BEFORE EVERYONE ELSE!

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  • Louie Green is a proud working class comedian. On 9th Feb 2021 Louie did not die and in fact he was given a second chance and this second chance came in the form of a colostomy bag. Louie brings stomas to the forefront of conversations both in his stand up and to the public after recently hitting the national press for revealing his colostomy bag on stage. He has now been featured on prime time TV raising awareness and proving that a stoma is something to be proud of. 


    Facebook

    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063715111738


    Instagram 

    https://www.instagram.com/louiegreencomedy?igsh=bGRvbmRkOGd5emRw


    Tiktok 

    https://www.tiktok.com/@louiegreencomedy?_t=8kSclAADv6H&_r=1


    Colostomy UK 

    https://www.colostomyuk.org/

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  • Laura Smyth is a comedian, writer and actor from East London.

    In 2019 Laura won the Funny Women Awards having only been doing comedy for 5 months. Since then, she has continued to take the comedy scene by storm; a favourite on the live circuit Laura has supported Jack Whitehall and Michelle de Swarte on tour and played the Comedy Arena at Latitude, Reading and Leeds Festivals.

    TV appearances include ‘Live At The Apollo’ (BBC Two), ‘Frankie Boyle’s New World Order’ (BBC Two), ‘Jonathan Ross’ Comedy Club’ (ITV1), ‘Yesterday, Today and the Day Before’ (Comedy Central) and ‘As Yet Untitled’ (Dave). Laura is soon to be seen making her debut appearance on ‘Cats Does Countdown’ for Channel 4. As an actor she has appeared in ‘Pru’ for BBC Three, independent feature ‘Cottontail’ and played the lead in her own original narrative non-tx ‘Launderette’ for BBC.

    Laura co-hosts BBC Sounds hit podcast ‘Bang On It’ with Michelle de Swarte which is released weekly.

    A prolific narrative writer, Laura has written on the new re-boot of ‘Bad Education’ for BBC Three; new comedy series ‘Deep Fakes’ for ITV2 as well as having several of her own projects in development, including original script commissions from BBC and Channel 4. 


    UK Tour - starts April 2024 get tickets at laurasmyth.comAI SAYS THIS IS ABOUT... In this conversation, Laura Smyth and Rich Wilson discuss the realities of life, living with a life-changing diagnosis, changing perspectives, and self-kindness. They also explore the themes of healing, connecting with others, changing the narrative, embracing life, facing mortality, and the power of love and connection. They discuss the importance of changing the story, shifting priorities, and finding balance. The conversation concludes with a discussion on faith and belief in a higher power. In this conversation, Laura Smyth reflects on life, death, and the importance of living in the present moment. She discusses the purpose of human connection and the desire to find truth and commonality through comedy. Laura also shares her experiences of childhood and parenting, emphasizing the importance of learning from past generations. She highlights the value of embracing imperfections and cherishing relationships. The conversation explores the balance between acknowledging and acting upon emotions, and the danger of overemphasizing feelings. Laura concludes with gratitude and excitement for her upcoming tour.

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  • Ben Pope is a London-based stand-up comedian and has been doing stand-up for the best part of a decade (as an act and MC), gigging across the UK. He has performed a host of critically-acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe shows, his YouTube special Mr Big Stuff has 30k views and in 2023 he completed his nationwide Holy Cow tour (‘excellent’ - Joe Lycett), which this year travels to New Zealand. Ben has supported both sketch duo Max & Ivan and character comedian Kieran Hodgson on tour, and has appeared on Achievement Unlocked (Comedy Central), Comedy Guide to Life (Dave) and BBC New Comedy Award on Radio 4 Extra.


    Twitter - @BenWPope

    Insta - @popesbenedict

    TikTok - @popesbenedict

    Brighton Fringe shows - www.brightonfringe.org/events/ben-pope-work-in-progress


    AI thinks it's about this: In this conversation, comedian Ben Pope joins Rich Wilson to discuss various topics, including growing up in a religious environment, questioning beliefs, finding magic in hobbies, and the pressure to constantly optimize every moment. They also talk about the importance of slowing down, enjoying downtime, and letting go of guilt when it comes to reading and creative pursuits. Overall, the conversation explores the themes of belief, self-discovery, and finding joy in everyday moments. In this conversation, Rich Wilson and Ben Pope discuss the benefits of audiobooks and how they can make reading more enjoyable. They also delve into the challenges of reading classic literature and the pressure to read certain books. The conversation touches on the transition from religion to secularism and the impact it can have on individuals. They also explore the importance of taking it easy and not putting too much pressure on oneself. The conversation concludes with a discussion about boarding school experiences, appreciating London, and upcoming shows and tours.

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  • Summary

    In this episode, Rich Wilson and Tony Law discuss various topics, including making the most of limited space, coping with challenges in lockdown, the decline of niceness, the impact of podcasting, the fear of putting out content, struggles with alcohol, reading and talking in sleep, habits and shopping math, watching motorists pulling eco-protesters, the conspiracy of Extinction Rebellion, the habit of using bags for life, and an encounter with a climate change protester. In this part of the conversation, Tony Law and Rich Wilson discuss encounters with snobbery and politeness, the behavior of Tony's dog, avoiding personal topics, Tony's controversial stance on climate change, the earth as a killer, the impact of classism and snobbery in England, the influence of social media on opinions, desensitization to tragic events, showing kindness to homeless people, the divisiveness of politics, and the importance of balanced news consumption. The conversation covers various topics related to watching TV shows and movies while engaging in different activities, such as writing, feeding, breastfeeding, and using social media. It also touches on the fascination with murder-related content and the experience of attending the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with babies.


    Takeaways

    Snobbery and classism still exist in society and can impact mental health.Social media can desensitize people to tragic events and lead to divisive conversations.It is important to have friends with diverse views and engage in balanced news consumption.Comedians can provide a unique perspective on society and challenge prevailing opinions.Finding interest in unconventional topics can broaden knowledge and understanding. Watching TV shows and movies can be enjoyed while engaging in other activities, such as writing or feeding.Breastfeeding can provide an opportunity to watch TV shows and movies during feeding sessions.Many people, particularly women, have a fascination with murder-related content.Attending the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with babies can be a unique and enjoyable experience. Get bonus content on Patreon

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  • Ben Cohen has had over 10 Million views on TikTok with his sketch duo, The Lovely Boys. He performs his quirky style of observational comedy in clubs up and down the UK and Europe also taking his act to Israel and LA.

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  • Matthew’s explains ‘joy through the power of the outdoors’ to comedian Rich Wilson and the personal difficulties that compelled him to create the Momentum Men podcast series.


    https://www.facebook.com/momentummen

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  • In this episode, Rich Wilson and Hannah Byczkowski discuss their experiences with the TV show 'The Traitors' and the dynamics of the game. They reflect on the excitement and disappointment of being a contestant and the strategies involved in the game. Hannah shares her motivation for participating in the show and the impact it had on her career. They also discuss the importance of gratitude and perspective in maintaining a positive mindset. The conversation highlights the value of surrounding oneself with supportive relationships and the power of choosing happiness in everyday life. The conversation covers various themes, including appreciating life, finding happiness, and taking time for oneself. It emphasises the importance of perspective, empathy, and recognising the real problems in the world. The evolving nature of comedy and the value of enjoying life and not taking things too seriously are also discussed. The awareness of mortality and making life count is highlighted, along with the significance of self-care and mental health. The creation and success of the Ghost Huns podcast, as well as personal experiences with the supernatural, are explored. In this conversation, Hannah Hannah Byczkowski shares her experiences with strange occurrences and unexplained events in her house. She recounts instances of feeling a presence, finding doors open, and hearing a phone ring in the cellar. She also discusses hearing her name being called in a haunted house and shares a story about a house with a tragic history. Hannah concludes by mentioning the Ghost Hunters tour she is a part of.

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  • Rich Wilson is joined by John O'Sullivan. They discuss the insecurities and challenges faced by performers, including the fear of failure and rejection. They also explore the impact of social media on self-esteem and the struggle to overcome personal insecurities. The conversation delves into the importance of confidence and likeability in comedy, as well as the internal conflicts that performers often face. Throughout the episode, they share personal anecdotes and reflect on their own experiences in the comedy world. The conversation covers topics such as dealing with loss and fear, coping with illness and caring for others, the impact of the internet and social media, the evolution of comedy and taboos, and the desire for naughty and controversial humor. The need for originality in comedy is also discussed. In this conversation, Dame John O'Sullivan and Rich Wilson discuss various aspects of comedy and the entertainment industry. They touch on the importance of visibility and representation for disabled comedians, emphasizing the unique perspectives they bring to the stage. They also explore the role of likability in comedy and the power of visual humor. The conversation delves into personal preferences in comedy and the changing tastes of audiences over time. They discuss the challenges of building confidence on stage and overcoming self-doubt. Finally, they express appreciation for each other's kindness and discuss future plans for collaboration.

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  • The Lovely Boys have become an internet sensation and we were lucky enough to grab one half of this dynamic duo Will Robbins inbetween video making to chat about his life and how he keeps his own mental health healthy and in check.


    Socials:

    Insta: @willyrobbins

    Tiktok: @thelovelyboys Insta: @thelovelyboys


    Rich Wilson and Will Robbins discuss various topics, including growing up in a small town, the challenges of being short, getting into comedy, and the importance of sleep and water. They also talk about the positive impact of comedy and the need for more wholesome and feel-good content. The conversation highlights the importance of open conversations about mental health and the need for a balanced approach to self-diagnosis and self-care. In this conversation, Will Robbins and Rich Wilson discuss various topics related to mental health, self-care, and personal experiences. They touch on ADHD, overwhelm, and the challenges of finding balance in a world filled with wellness advice. They also talk about living on a houseboat, the bohemian lifestyle, and the influence of parents on their personalities. The conversation explores the connection between spirituality and belief systems, as well as the impact of social media on mental well-being. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of self-reflection, communication, and finding what works best for oneself.

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  • Ed Patrick discusses his experience balancing a career in medicine with his passion for comedy. He shares how he initially hid his comedy pursuits but eventually embraced them after receiving support from a consultant. Ed also talks about his fascination with parasites and how it led him to study medicine. He shares an interesting story about the origins of muscle relaxants and the use of a poison called Karare. Finally, Ed promotes his upcoming tour and book, both titled 'Catch Your Breath.'

    Takeaways

    Technology can be both helpful and frustrating, and it's important to find a balance.Childbirth can be a joyful and challenging experience, and anesthesia plays a crucial role in ensuring a positive outcome.Anesthesia involves different techniques and medications to numb pain and ensure patient comfort.The medical field can be stressful and bureaucratic, but it is also rewarding and filled with opportunities for learning and growth.Humor and misunderstandings can occur in the medical profession, and it's important to maintain a positive and compassionate approach. Balancing multiple passions can be challenging but rewarding.Embracing and being open about your interests can lead to support and opportunities.Fascination with a specific topic can drive a career choice.Medical advancements often have interesting and unexpected origins. Get bonus content on Patreon

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  • 🎄Comedian Rich Wilson introduces the 12 most listened to episodes of 2023 🎄

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  • 🎄Comedian Rich Wilson introduces the 12 most listened to episodes of 2023 🎄

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  • 🎄Comedian Rich Wilson introduces the 12 most listened to episodes of 2023 🎄

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  • 🎄Comedian Rich Wilson introduces the 12 most listened to episodes of 2023 🎄

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