Comedy in a Nutshell
Comedy
In this podcast I ask the big questions, What is comedy? Who is it, and why is it?
To help me I’ve enlisted the help of comedians, performers, promoters, and fans like myself, to discuss what comedy means to them, and to sum all their experience up in a nutshell.
Please remember to like, subscribe, rate, review and share. Thank you!
For information about me and the more than 2000 comedians I’ve seen live over the last 40+ years, as well as links to upcoming live comedy shows and more, visit my website www.thecomedynerd.com
Location:
United States
Genres:
Comedy
Description:
In this podcast I ask the big questions, What is comedy? Who is it, and why is it? To help me I’ve enlisted the help of comedians, performers, promoters, and fans like myself, to discuss what comedy means to them, and to sum all their experience up in a nutshell. Please remember to like, subscribe, rate, review and share. Thank you! For information about me and the more than 2000 comedians I’ve seen live over the last 40+ years, as well as links to upcoming live comedy shows and more, visit my website www.thecomedynerd.com
Language:
English
Episodes
138. Schalk Bezuidenhout
2/1/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian Schalk Bezuidenhout who talked about an afternoon in a strip club, a sufficient level of fame, a terrible thing to say and The Office.
Instagram @schalkiebez
schalkbezuidenhout.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:54:56
137. Siblings
1/25/2026
In this episode I spoke with character and sketch duo Siblings who talked about basking in the flop, the Glue Boys, what Alan Rickman said and a colander.
Instagram @siblingscomedy
siblingscomedy.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:01:09:34
136. Shalaka Kurup
1/18/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian Shalaka Kurup who talked about a learning experience, the Roast Battle community, funny sounds and a cat error.
Instagram @shalakakurup
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:46:15
135. Ian Stone
1/11/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian Ian Stone who talked about 'Look at me' mode, watching Arsenal, a phone call from Paul Weller and fun.
Instagram @ianstonecomedy
www.ianstonecomedian.co.uk
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:48:59
134. Stuart Goldsmith
12/1/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedian Stuart Goldsmith who talked about The Comedian's Comedian, door-kicking, the holy grail and joy.
Instagram @stuartgoldsmithcomedy
www.stuartgoldsmith.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:51:49
133. Jojo Maberly
11/23/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedian Jojo Maberly who talked about being angsty as hell, a specific man and the loudest silence.
"Jojo Maberly: Angst & Angstability" at Leicester Comedy Festival
Instagram @jojo_mahahaberly
jojomaberly.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:48:16
132. Eoghan Collins
11/16/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedian Eoghan Collins who talked about the Irish accent, walking a tightrope, having fun and being a good boy.
Instagram @eoghancollinscomedy
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:47:52
131. Becky Goodman
11/9/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedian Becky Goodman who talked about the New York comedy scene, the reality of tour support, being really stupid and the vulva.
“The Day My Sugar Daddy Dumped Me” in London
Instagram @beckygoodtimes
beckygoodman.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:57:38
130. Amelia Hamilton
11/2/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedian Amelia Hamilton who talked about winning comedy, and play.
Instagram @ameliahamiltoncomedy
ameliahamiltoncomedy.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:58:34
129. Katie Pritchard
10/26/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedian Katie Pritchard who talked about a violin graveyard, amazing little treats, really good lights and peanuts.
Robin Hood at The Capitol Theatre, Horsham
Instagram @katiepritchards
katiepritchard.co.uk
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:54:41
128. Adam Larter
10/20/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedian Adam Larter who talked about scruffy young urchins, not being that weird, pantomime and cardboard.
Instagram @adamlarter, @weirdoscomedy
adamlarter.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:53:49
127. Heidi Regan
10/12/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedian Heidi Regan who talked about film analysis, freaking out, a complete beam and not writing drama.
Instagram @heidi_regan
heidiregan.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:50:03
126. Caroline McEvoy
10/6/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedian Caroline McEvoy who talked about a lightening bolt moment, mad expeditions and someone else's kitten.
Instagram @carolinemcevoycomedy
comedybandits.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:53:40
125. Laura Lexx
9/29/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedian Laura Lexx who talked about a little puzzle game, a background in comedy and a bit of blue.
Instagram @lexxlaura
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:56:05
124. Gareth Mutch
9/21/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedian Gareth Mutch who talked about wetting the bed, marmalade, a man with a gun and a pint before the rugger.
Instagram @garethmutch
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:01:09:50
123. Zara Gladman
9/14/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedian Zara Gladman who talked about a defence mechanism, a vocal steamer, TikTok and being a control freak.
Instagram @zanyzaz
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:55:27
122. Annabel Edmonds
9/4/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedy writer Annabel Edmonds who talked about hating pandas, predatory men and a good funny noise.
Instagram @annabel_edmonds_comedy
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:56:03
121. Liam WIthnail
8/20/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedian Liam Withnail who talked about total control, a toxic environment and goblin mode.
'Liam Withnail: Big Strong Boy' at Edinburgh Fringe
'Liam Withnail: Big Strong Boy' UK Tour 2025
Instagram @liamwithnail
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:54:07
120. Kayleigh jones
8/14/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedian Kayleigh Jones who talked about needing permission, life changing things, pushing the ridiculousness and a skill bucket.
‘Kayleigh Jones: I Fed My Dad to a Pelican’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @kayleigh_m_jones
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:51:29
119. Marjolein Robertson
8/7/2025
In this episode I spoke with comedian Marjolein Robertson who talked about the year of the funk, the Brothers Grimm, DMT and shadow work.
‘Marjolein Robertson: Lein’ at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @marjoleinrobertson
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:56:24