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The Comedian's Comedian Podcast

The Comedian's Comedian Podcast

Written by: Stuart Goldsmith
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For anyone who writes comedy, makes comedy, loves comedy, as we delve into the minds of over 500 comedians across the world, asking them in depth about how they do it, and how they cope with the challenges of a creative life. Previous guests include James Acaster, Bill Burr, Russell Howard, Bo Burnham, Sarah Millican, Sindhu Vee and Patton Oswalt.


“Absolutely riveting”—The Guardian

“For anyone with an interest in the craft of stand-up comedy, this is a dream come true.” — Festival Journal

“Not just another w***** talking about comedy.” — Greg Proops


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Stuart Goldsmith
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Episodes
  • Sarah Millican 2012: ComCompendium
    Jan 16 2026

    Episode 500 is NEARLY here, but first we're going all the way back to episode 7!


    Recorded in 2012, I chat to fellow comedy nerd, Sarah Millican, as we discuss her writing process, some of the unique challenges faced by a high-profile act, including playing large rooms and preparing for panel shows, as well as plenty of tips for newer acts on how to escape the day-job and turn pro!


    Join the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you can instantly get access to 36 minutes of exclusive extras!



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    Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at Patreon.com/ComComPod


    ✅ Instant access to full video and ad-free audio episodes

    ✅ 36 minutes of exclusive extra content with Sarah

    ✅ Early access to new episodes

    ✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&A”


    PLUS you’ll get access to the full back catalogue of extras you can find nowhere else!



    Catch Up with Sarah:


    Sarah Millican's new show, Late Bloomer, is now available to buy, stream and download. Find out more at sarahmillican.co.uk.



    Everything I'm up to:


    Come and see me LIVE! Find out all the info and more at stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy.


    Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at stuartgoldsmith.com/climate.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Were Comedians Happy In 2025: Vol 3
    Jan 5 2026

    Welcome to the final part of finding out if comedians were happy in 2025 with Russell Howard, Mark Simmons, Aparna Nancherla, Nick Mohammed, Kemah Bob, Daniel Foxx & Adam Riches.


    Join the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you can get access to exclusive extras including Russell Howard on what’s it like being rich and famous, Aparna Nancherla on the worst comedy advice she's ever received (it's shocking!) and Nick Mohammed on the security of magic within comedy.



    Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at Patreon.com/ComComPod


    ✅ Instant access to ad-free full video and audio episodes

    ✅ The full catalogue of exclusive extras you can't find anywhere else

    ✅ Early access to new episodes

    ✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&A”



    Everything I'm up to:


    Come and see me LIVE! Find out all the info and more at stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy.


    Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at stuartgoldsmith.com/climate.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    28 mins
  • Were Comedians Happy In 2025: Vol 2
    Dec 29 2025

    Welcome back to the second part of this end of the year special as we find out whether comedians were actually happy in 2025 with Max Fosh, Lucy Pearman, Pete Lee, Marjolein Robertson, Damien Power, Huge Davies & Josie Long!


    Join the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you can get access to exclusive extras including Max Fosh's secret to build retention in online content, Josie Long on the emotional architecture of an Edinburgh Hour and how a mysterious mind-reader jolted Marjolein Robertson's career in comedy.



    Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at Patreon.com/ComComPod


    ✅ Instant access to ad-free full video and audio episodes

    ✅ The full catalogue of exclusive extras you can't find anywhere else

    ✅ Early access to new episodes

    ✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&A”



    Everything I'm up to:


    Come and see me LIVE! Find out all the info and more at stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy.


    Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at stuartgoldsmith.com/climate.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    35 mins
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