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...
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
151. Kate Hammer
5/3/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian Kate Hammer who talked about the apple butter & cheese festival, a philosophical awakening, naturally high energy and goat-fisting.
"Kate Hammer: Government Approved Comedian" at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @katethehammer
katethehammer.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:01:11:05
150. Mitch Benn
4/26/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian Mitch Benn who talked about a big tent, a lot of contrivance, a pizza wheel, a wooden block and a hatstand and the one about the badgers.
Mitch Benn: The Lehrer Effect Tour
Instagram @mitch_benn
YouTube @mitchbennpatreon3997
mitchbenn.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:01:58:29
149. Rachel Creeger
4/19/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian Rachel Creeger who talked about a crossroads, a little poem, a lump of clay and 'nachas'.
"Rachel Creeger: Queen of the Jews" at Edinburgh Fringe
"Rachel Creeger: Ultimate Jewish Mother " at Edinburgh Fringe
Instagram @rachcreeger
rachelcreeger.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:01:00:37
148. John Robertson
4/12/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian John Robertson who talked about a 5-year vendetta, a wall untouched, transparent video cases filed with offal and the Pagliacci game.
Instagram @mr_dark_room
YouTube robbotron
www.thejohnrobertson.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:01:16:48
147. Andy Barr
4/5/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian Andy Barr who talked about breaking the spell, a bag of wine, a benefit gig and being in step.
Instagram @catballbag
andybarrcomedy.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:50:39
146. Lara Ricote
3/29/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian Lara Ricote who talked about filling a hole, a special relationship, watching women think and faffing
Instagram @lararicote
YouTube @lara.ricote
lararicote.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:01:01:16
145. Bec Hill
3/22/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian Bec Hill who talked about confidence, finishing high school all over again and becoming Neil Buchanan.
Instagram @bechillcomedian
YouTube @BecHillComedian
bechillcomedian.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:01:02:02
144. Ali Brice
3/15/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian Ali Brice who talked about fake glasses, finding your people, a wheelie bin and an experiment.
Instagram @twicebricebrice
alibrice.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:58:08
143. Tom Mayhew
3/8/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian Tom Mayhew who talked about going back to bed, karaoke and knowing what to do with a stick.
Instagram @tommayhewcomedy
tommayhew.co.uk
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:44:46
142. Cheryl Hurst
3/1/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian Cheryl Hurst who talked about friendship, the title police and following the rules.
Instagram @cherylhurstcomedy
YouTube @cherylhurstcomedy
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:48:19
141. Ray O'Leary
2/22/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian Ray O'Leary who talked about Pangea, a captive audience, Immanuel Kant and mattress protectors.
Instagram @rayolearycomedy
YouTube @rayolearycomedy
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:58:49
140. Kate Smurthwaite
2/15/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian and activist Kate Smurthwaite who talked about where the chairs are, the Oasis effect, Fringe funding, the film game and a thermal lunchbox.
Instagram @kate_smurthwaite
www.katesmurthwaite.co.uk
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:01:17:17
139. Jordan Gray
2/8/2026
In this episode I spoke with comedian Jordan Gray who talked about groupies, grandad, a yogic stance, a man named Igor and Crimson-on-the-Nase.
Instagram @talldarkfriend
www.jordangraycomedy.com
The Comedy Nerd Instagram @The ComedyNerd
thecomedynerd.com
Comedy in a Nutshell Instagram @ComedyInANutshell
comedyinanutshell.podbean.com
Duration:00:57:42
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