The comedians paradise

Marvin McCarthy
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The comedians paradise

Join comedian and promoter, Marvin McCarthy each Sunday at 8pm UK time as he interviews larger-than-life characters that help comedians live life on their terms.

  1. Comediasians improviser Jonathan Nguyen

    5 DAYS AGO

    Comediasians improviser Jonathan Nguyen

    An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to one of the members of Comediasians, a pan-Asian improv troupe,Jonathan Nguyen, here is an overview of what we discussed: [[06:57]] What the purpose of comediaasians and friends, how they keep their community together [[15:55]] [[21:19]] Misconceptions of improv [[28:27]] [[28:27]] Why I fell in love with improv [[33:31]] [[34:38]] Chasing the arts and being from the Asian community [[45:16]] [[48:17]] How important is a community in comedy [[53:07]] [[55:23]] What tends to succeed in improv [[01:00:17]] If you would like to know more on the podcast you can reach us on our linktree at https://linktr.ee/thecomediansparadise, if you would like to know more about Jon you can reach him on his Instagram at jonathan.nguyen.37 and if you would like to know more about Comediaasians, you can go on https://linktr.ee/comediasians. #standupcomedypodcast #comedypodcast #interviewingcomedians #comedians #podcastinterview #standupcomedian #standupcomedians You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.

    1h 4m
  2. Kiwi and Māori comedian Kajun Brooking

    13 APR

    Kiwi and Māori comedian Kajun Brooking

    An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. We talk to maori and Kiwi comedian, Kajun Brooking. Raised on the gang infested streets of Hastings, Kajun moved to Whanganui in search of a better life. This is where he cultivates cunning comedy and hustles sticky punchlines based on life experience. Described as quick witted and punchy, his mission is to make at least one person laugh. If he can do that, his job is done for the night and he can continue to prove to his 17 year old Son that Dad is actually funny. Here is an overview of what we discussed: If you would like to know about Kajun Brooking, you can reach him on all social media platforms at kajun_comedy.If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. #standupcomedypodcast #comedypodcast #interviewingcomedians #comedians #podcastinterview #standupcomedian #standupcomedians #newzealand #mäori You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.

    57 min
  3. Moving from the townships of South Africa to Dublin

    6 APR

    Moving from the townships of South Africa to Dublin

    An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to Neil Green, a comedian who grew up in the townships in Durban, helped build the scene from scratch, then when things are going well had to move over to Dublin to start again. If you want to find out about Neil, you can reach him on instagram at neilgreencomedian. If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.

    49 min
  4. Being a blind and gay comedian from Singapore

    30 MAR

    Being a blind and gay comedian from Singapore

    An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to Jeffrey Soh, a blind and gay Singaporean comedian. If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster, if you would like to know more about Jeffrey, you can reach him on his Instagram at jeffreysjh/. #standupcomedypodcast #comedypodcast #interviewingcomedians #comedians #podcastinterview #standupcomedian #standupcomedians You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.

    53 min
  5. Surrealist performer and Malcolm Hardee Nominee Stephen Catling

    23 MAR

    Surrealist performer and Malcolm Hardee Nominee Stephen Catling

    An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to Stephen Catling, a high energy surrealist performer , a rising star of the comedy circuit. Stephen has many awards , finals and semifinals to his name and is praised for his originality and left field thinking. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[04:40]] My journey to clown and not being trained as a clown [[07:53]] [[13:39]] Both the alternative and mainstream circuit are snobs [[14:46]] [[32:53]] Comedians I like and dislike [[36:57]] [[39:49]] Movie scenes that inspire me [[44:40]] [[47:15]] How would Stephen calling like to be remembered [[54:00]] If you would like to know more on Stephen Catling you can reach him on his Linktree at linktr.ee/stephencatling . If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. #standupcomedypodcast #comedypodcast #interviewingcomedians #comedians #podcastinterview #clownpodcast #clowning #standupcomedian #standupcomedians You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.

    1h 3m
  6. Being a male transgender comedian in Austin

    16 MAR

    Being a male transgender comedian in Austin

    An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. IIn this episode we speak to male comedian from the Austin comedy scene and former military service personnel, Holden.. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[04:08]] Queer mics and straight rooms, someone always gets upset [[07:03]] [[10:01]] My experience of being in the military and being trans [[14:14]] [[16:23]] The day to day life of being a trans male [[20:00]] [[22:00 ]] Is Kill Tony the new opportunity creator [[27:21]] [[27:47]] Working your day job and comedy you toe the line on what you can and cannot say [[29:27]] [[34:09]] When you come from another country you usually get booked [[36:24]] [[45:00]] If you would like to know more on Holden, you can follow him on his Insta at hollywoodhulkholden/. If you would like to follow Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.

    47 min
  7. Being a New York Japanese clown

    9 MAR

    Being a New York Japanese clown

    An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to award winning Japanese clown based in New York, Mariko Iwasa. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[12:02]] Marikos journey into clowning and not knowing English as a clown [[18:17]] [[21:48]] Why planning doesn’t work, keeping material fresh [[26:20]] [[25:43]] How to keep material fresh [[26:11]] [[39:38]] Clown cannot prepare too much [[41:17]] tiktok [[39:38]] Clown cannot prepare too much [[43:24]] [[43:24]] Clown is supposed to make people laugh its not through Joke its through doing [[47:15]] If you would like to know more on Mariko, you can contact her on Linktree at linktr.ee/marikoiwasa and if you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster. #standupcomedypodcast #comedypodcast #interviewingcomedians #comedians #podcastinterview #standupcomedian #standupcomedians You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.

    1h 10m
  8. Veteran US comedian Richard Williams

    2 MAR

    Veteran US comedian Richard Williams

    An interview podcast giving the inside scoop of what happens in comedy scenes across the globe and dedicated to speaking to the mavericks in the comedy world. In this episode we speak to Richard Williams, he is a headlining comic nominated for two Emmys. Appeared on Comedy Central, Chelsea Lately, Punk'd, The Best Damn Sports Show Period, HBO Aspen Comedy Fest, and The Howard Stern Show. Wrote for numerous tv shows on MTV. Here is an overview of what we discussed: [[09:42]] Everything is a bringer show and how things have changed [[15:26]] [[20:27]] Using deadlines [[23:30]] [[27:27]] When an act stole my joke for a TV show and taking a stand, having the consequences [[32:10]] [[32:10]] Turning a bomb around and when I left LA [[35:31]] [[35:31]] Patrice Oneal , stop asking the audience if something is funny, we need A comedian that knows where he is going [[38:28]] [[51:17]] Advice for comedians on writing jokes [[55:11]] [[55:11]] Preparing before you go on stage [[01:01:00]] [[01:01:00]] Why I don’t like competitions [[01:04:00]] [[01:04:00]] Most entertainers are polarising, why do the baddies get more attention [[01:06:00]] [[01:06:00]] Advice to new comedians [[01:10:40]] If you would like to know more on Marvin, you can follow him through his Linktree at https://linktr.ee/theflopmaster, or if you would like to find out about Richard, you can reach him on his youtube channel, secrets of standupcomedy, on his email at richwilliamscomedy@gmail.com and you can go on his Facebook page at richwilliamscomedy You can follow this podcast on Youtube at https://bit.ly/41LWDAq, Spotify at https://spoti.fi/3oLrmyU and Apple podcasts at https://apple.co/3LEkr3E.

    1h 14m
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Join comedian and promoter, Marvin McCarthy each Sunday at 8pm UK time as he interviews larger-than-life characters that help comedians live life on their terms.

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  • Creator
    Marvin McCarthy
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    260
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 Marvin McCarthy
  • Show Website
    The comedians paradise

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