The Blizzard Comedy Podcast

Broadcasted live on Twitch -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy Ben Hodge is quickly becoming seen as one of the most exciting new acts on the circuit. His unique outlook as a trans man has seen him win peoples choice at his Chortle comedy heat. Since his debut in November 2018 the comedy has been lit up with positive reviews. BBC radio Wales presenter Kiri Pritchard-McLean said “Ben is such an exciting act. Tonnes of charm and stage presence all topped off with killer jokes.” Blizzard comedy Manchester’s longest running safe space LGBT+ friendly comedy club described him as “Relatable and likeable and infinitely self aware” going on to book him regularly on their line ups where he is a firm favourite. Ben has also been in high demand at pride events and LGBT+ focused events along with trial spots at Hot water, XS Malarkey, Trapdoor and Quantum Leopard in London. Ben is also debuting his stand-up show 'It's a Boy?' Which won the Brighton Pride Bursary and will be performed at festivals from Glasgow, Brighton, Edinburgh and more! “Ben is such an exciting act. Tonnes of charm and stage presence all topped off with killer jokes.” - Kiri Pritchard-McLean “Relatable and likeable and infinitely self aware” - Blizzard Comedy, ---- Starring: Ben Hodge https://twitter.com/benhodgee https://www.instagram.com/benhodgeee/ ---- Support us Via donation on PayPal: paypal.me/blizzardcomedy Regularly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedy Buy our Merch: https://blizzardcomedy.bigcartel.com/ ---- Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/88By4aY Subscribe to our Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy Check out our merch: https://blizzardcomedy.bigcartel.com/... ---- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlizzardComedy/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlizzardComedy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blizzardcom... Check out our website: https://blizzardcomedy.co.uk/ ---- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy ---- Follow the Blizzard Comedy Team Host/Creative Director: Jonny Collins https://twitter.com/EnbyAndroJonny Social Media Manager/Marketing: Kirstie Summers https://twitter.com/actuallykurt Accounting/Event Assistant: Scarlett Blades https://twitter.com/bladeofscarlett Broadcast Engineer/Moderator: Samantha Lorien https://twitter.com/samleccleston ---- Music used at the end: Desperate Measures by The Human Project Used with permission from the artists. Purchase the full album here: https://thehumanproject.bandcamp.com/album/clarion-call ---- Logo designed by Kerry-Louu: https://www.instagram.com/kerrylouutattoo/?hl=en #comedy #podcast #interview

Alex Stringer’s hysterically sarcastic material and brilliant dead pan delivery has audiences howling with laughter. She is one of the fastest rising stars on the comedy circuit and has proven herself to have a huge future in the industry. Join us as we get up close and personal with Alex, and take a deep dive into her experiences with the circuit, writing processes, and philosophy for life. Comedy Bloomers LGBT+ New Comedian of the year Finalist 2022 Tom Ward Tour Support 2022 Hayley Ellis Tour Support 2022 Sally Anne Hayward Tour Support 2022 Leicester Square new comedian of the year semi-finalist 2021 So You Think You’re Funny semi-finalist 2021 2nd in West Didsbury Comedy Festival New Act of the Year 2020 Beat the Frog World Series 2020 finalist “Alex is a natural comedic talent and even with 5 months away from stage, she stays hilarious and consistent” - Dane Baptiste “She is so comfortable and engaging to watch! Way beyond her years” - Brennan Reece “Fantastic gag rate. I can see you on TV. Really original persona I can see working on TV. I hope you do.” - Rachel Parris ---- Starring: Alex Stringer https://www.facebook.com/people/Alex-Stringer-Comedian/100063506889310/ https://twitter.com/thealexstringer?lang=en ---- Support us Via donation on PayPal: paypal.me/blizzardcomedy Regularly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedy Buy our Merch: https://blizzardcomedy.bigcartel.com/ ---- Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/88By4aY Subscribe to our Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy Check out our merch: https://blizzardcomedy.bigcartel.com/... ---- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlizzardComedy/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlizzardComedy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blizzardcom... Check out our website: https://blizzardcomedy.co.uk/ ---- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy ---- Follow the Blizzard Comedy Team Host/Creative Director: Jonny Collins https://twitter.com/EnbyAndroJonny Social Media Manager/Marketing: Kirstie Summers https://twitter.com/actuallykurt Accounting/Event Assistant: Scarlett Blades https://twitter.com/bladeofscarlett Broadcast Engineer/Moderator: Samantha Lorien https://twitter.com/samleccleston ----

Broadcasted live on Twitch -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy Daniel McKeon is an easy-going self-effacing storyteller. He was a regular feature on the BBC New Comedy Show on BBC Radio Norfolk. “Slick. Well-written.” - The Stand “his comic cheekiness is endearing.” - Broadway Baby Join us as we chat about his comedy journey, developments, insecurities and how to make an anecdote a viable bit of stand-up. ---- Starring: DANIEL MCKEON ​https://www.tiktok.com/@daniel_mckeon?lang=enhttps://www.instagram.com/daniel_mckeon/?hl=en ---- Support us Via donation on PayPal: paypal.me/blizzardcomedy Regularly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedy Buy our Merch: https://blizzardcomedy.bigcartel.com/ ---- Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/88By4aY Subscribe to our Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy Check out our merch: https://blizzardcomedy.bigcartel.com/... ---- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlizzardComedy/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlizzardComedy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blizzardcom... Check out our website: https://blizzardcomedy.co.uk/ ---- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy ---- Follow the Blizzard Comedy Team Host/Creative Director: Jonny Collins https://twitter.com/EnbyAndroJonny Social Media Manager/Marketing: Kirstie Summers https://twitter.com/actuallykurt Accounting/Event Assistant: Scarlett Blades https://twitter.com/bladeofscarlett Broadcast Engineer/Moderator: Samantha Lorien https://twitter.com/samleccleston ---- Logo designed by Kerry-Louu: https://www.instagram.com/kerrylouutattoo/?hl=en#comedy #podcast #interview

Broadcasted live on Twitch -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy A combination of Dad Jokes and Daddy Issues, Bobbie-Ann Jones is one of the funniest prediabetic queers ever to come from Wolverhampton. They once made their counsellor cry and laugh at the same time, and they're still proud of it. Is often seen carrying a single chocolate bar in a Sainsburys bag for life and rocking a killer rack.  ---- Starring:  BOBBIE JONES https://www.instagram.com/bobbieyeahthatone/?hl=en-gb https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMNrM271X/ https://www.facebook.com/BobbieJonesComedy https://twitter.com/bobbieannjones?lang=en---- Support us Via donation on PayPal: paypal.me/blizzardcomedy Regularly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedyBuy our Merch: https://blizzardcomedy.bigcartel.com/---- Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/88By4aYSubscribe to our Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedyCheck out our merch: https://blizzardcomedy.bigcartel.com/... ---- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlizzardComedy/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlizzardComedy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blizzardcom... Check out our website: https://blizzardcomedy.co.uk/  ---- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy---- Follow the Blizzard Comedy Team Host/Creative Director: Jonny Collins https://twitter.com/EnbyAndroJonny Social Media Manager/Marketing: Kirstie Summers https://twitter.com/actuallykurt Accounting/Event Assistant: Scarlett Blades https://twitter.com/bladeofscarlett Broadcast Engineer/Moderator: Samantha Lorien https://twitter.com/samleccleston---- Special Thanks to Gullivers NQ MCR for hosting us! https://gulliversnq.info/---- Music used at the end: Desperate Measures by The Human Project Used with permission from the artists.   Purchase the full album here: https://thehumanproject.bandcamp.com/album/clarion-call---- Logo designed by Kerry-Louu: https://www.instagram.com/kerrylouutattoo/?hl=en #comedy #podcast #interview

In this episode we chat to a favourite at Blizzard Comedy - John Porter, about accessibility in Comedy, knowing what you want out of comedy, and being comfortable going off script.

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In this episode we chat with BBC New Comedian of the Year 2021 winner Anna Thomas about her own journey and experiences in comedy.

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In this episode Tony Basnett talks about the trap of open mic comedians choosing edginess over humour, the joys of running gigs, the difficulties of writing your first hour and learning how to do crowdwork and turn anecdotes into material.

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In this episode Kathryn Mather discusses the differences between Comedy in the North West and London, the struggle to pinpoint and find an audience, snobbery towards comedy courses and more!

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In this episode we chat about Clowning, finding joy in Comedy, and what motivates the best comedians with Tom Short!

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Broadcasted live on Twitch -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy Stuart has enetered the world of comedy from a performance background, and is a skilled Improviser and writer as well as comedian. We chat about his journey into the world of comedy, the experiences of character work, and his goals and ideas for the future. ----  Listen to Stuart's Podcast here:  ​https://soundcloud.com/user-213509003 https://www.instagram.com/twostrangersproductions ---- Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/88By4aYSubscribe to our Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedyCheck out our merch: https://blizzardcomedy.bigcartel.com/---- Support us Via donation on PayPal: paypal.me/blizzardcomedy Regularly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedy---- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlizzardComedy/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlizzardComedy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blizzardcomedyCheck out our website: https://blizzardcomedy.co.uk/ -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy

Broadcasted live on Twitch -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy Benny Shakes has only been gigging since April 2019, and is already leaving an impressive mark on the circuit. From earnest material about living with a disability, to sex jokes, Benny has a charm that wins over even the rowdiest of audiences. Join us here where we chat about the lack of accessibility on the comedy circuit, how to get into comedy, and the importance of representation, as well as the lessons learned from Zoom gigs over the pandemic.  ---- Follow Benny  http://bennyshakes.uk/ https://twitter.com/bennyshakes23?lang=en-gb https://www.instagram.com/bennyshakes/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRvIcpHs5HKlG-gL0K7KXUg/videos---- Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/88By4aYSubscribe to our Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedyCheck out our merch: https://blizzardcomedy.bigcartel.com/... ---- Support us Via donation on PayPal: paypal.me/blizzardcomedy Regularly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedy---- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlizzardComedy/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlizzardComedy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blizzardcom... Check out our website: https://blizzardcomedy.co.uk/ -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy----

Manchester's own Tony Wright has been a part of the Blizzard family since our earliest shows and has done nothing but shine ever since. 

In this eye opening chat from the archives we talk about timeless comedians, getting personal, and the relationship between comedy and mental health and how you can maintain it.

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(Dr) Cerys Bradley is one of our favourite comedians - with a background in science, a wealth of knowledge on queer history, and a delivery style that puts some of the biggest names in comedy to shame. Take a peek into the story of their discovery and evolution of comedy, from coming out as Gay, Bisexual & Non-Binary, to the distinctions between funny lectures and stand-up comedy, and the experiences of being a trans comedian on the circuit in 2021 - in our wonderful interview with them today.  ---- Follow Cerys:  https://twitter.com/hashtagcerys?lang=en https://www.facebook.com/hashtagcerys/ https://www.instagram.com/hashtagcerys/?hl=en https://www.cerysbradley.com/ ---- Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/88By4aYSubscribe to our Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedyCheck out our merch: https://blizzardcomedy.bigcartel.com/... ---- Support us Via donation on PayPal: paypal.me/blizzardcomedy Regularly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedy---- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlizzardComedy/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlizzardComedy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blizzardcom... Check out our website: https://blizzardcomedy.co.uk/ -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy

In today's episode we chat to Kath Marvelley, about the differences between British and Australian comedy, what she's missed from gigging in lockdown, and how being a good comedian is more than having good jokes. ---- Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/88By4aYSubscribe to our Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedyCheck out our merch: https://blizzardcomedy.bigcartel.com/... ---- Support us Via donation on PayPal: paypal.me/blizzardcomedy Regularly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedy---- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlizzardComedy/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlizzardComedy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blizzardcom... Check out our website: https://blizzardcomedy.co.uk/

The "subtle, strange, hilarious" (West Didsbury Comedy Festival) Ryan Kenny has made a name for himself at the Beat the Frog World Series 2020, WDCF New Act 2020 finals and Lancaster New Act 2019 finals. Not only is he a published author, but he's also an all round lovely person. Join our host Jonny Collins in catching up with him and exploring the details of his creative process.  ---- Follow Ryan Kenny on  Twitter: https://twitter.com/rjkennyauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryan.kenny.comedian/Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/R-J-Kenny/e/B01N0SBKJO/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_ebooks_1 ---- Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/88By4aYSubscribe to our Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedyCheck out our merch: https://blizzardcomedy.bigcartel.com/... ---- Support us Via donation on PayPal: paypal.me/blizzardcomedy Regularly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedy---- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlizzardComedy/Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlizzardComedy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blizzardcom... Check out our website: https://blizzardcomedy.co.uk/

William Stone is gathering moss. Stuck somewhere between reality and dreams, offering glimpses into his world through whimsical oneliners and oblique observations.  For our next Blizzard Comedy Profiles, our host Jonny Collins is sitting down for some one-on-one time with the man himself, chatting about the disconnect between the comedy he likes and the comedy he performs, comedy culture in the UK, and some really wanky stuff about the philosophy and science of stand-up comedy.

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Chatting with Ed Roworth about his comedy journey and ambitions, the expense of doing prop based comedy, and the art of not making sense.
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Speaking with the lovely Bobbie Jones about mental health, being gay, and doing Jigsaw puzzles.

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We're back! This time with the boys from (No) Money In The Bank: Thom Bee & Andrew Marsh. Chatting about the differences between character comedy and stand-up, Edinburgh shenanigans, and the relationship between mental health and comedy.

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The tables have turned! Now Jonny Collins is gonna give us some answers.