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Media-eval: A Medieval Pop Culture PodcastAdventures of the Gummi BearsMagic and mystery are part of their history … and now they’re featured on Media-eval! Join Sarah and returning guest Mabel Slattery as we tackle Disney animated series Adventures of the Gummi Bears. What you might expect: discussions about knightly culture and medievalism for children. What you might not expect: discussions about expulsions and refugee crises in the medieval world.
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Kio & Maxi's Adventures in Everything9. The Axe to the Frozen EverythingIn which our heroes enter a mysterious library full of treacherous traps, Kio and Maxi learn more about their predicament, and Guy assists a Master Librarian with the nightmarish being in the library basement...This week's Special Guest Pannthean was Edward Roworth as The Keeper of the Tomes.Find out about the upcoming Blizzard Comedy 4th Birthday live show in Manchester, where Edward will be appearing as a special guest, at blizzardcomedy.co.uk.Check out Ben Swithen's new album, "Ben-Them: A Tale of the Christ", at https://swithen.bandcamp.com/album/ben-them-a-tale-of-the-christ-20232023-03-2446 min
The Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Comedy Profiles #25: Anna ThomasIn this episode we chat with BBC New Comedian of the Year 2021 winner Anna Thomas about her own journey and experiences in comedy.https://www.facebook.com/annathomascomedy/https://twitter.com/annarosethomas?lang=enhttps://www.instagram.com/annathommy/?hl=en ----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...2022-04-2847 minThe Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Comedy Profiles #24 Tony BasnettIn 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.https://twitter.com/tonybasnetthttps://ko-fi.com/tonybasnetthttps://www.instagram.com/tonybasnett/https://www.facebook.com/tonybasnettcomedian/----Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/88By4aYSubscribe to our Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedyCheck out our merch: https://blizzardcomedy...2022-03-2452 minThe Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Comedy Profiles #23 Kathryn MatherIn 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! See more of Kathryn on her website: https://kathrynmather.com/and follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KathrynMatherComedy/----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...2022-02-2156 minThe Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Comedy Profiles #22 Tom ShortIn this episode we chat about Clowning, finding joy in Comedy, and what motivates the best comedians with Tom Short!See Tom's website: http://tomshortcomedy.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/ ---- Support us Via donation on PayPal: paypal.me/blizzardcomedyRegularly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedy ---- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bli...2022-01-1949 minThe Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Comedy Profiles #21 Quenby HarleyIn this episode we chat Gender, Sexuality, Punching Down and more with Quenby Harley!Follow Quenby: https://quenbycreatives.com/performance/ https://twitter.com/QuenbyCreatives https://twitter.com/DIDildos---- 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/ ---- 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/blizzardcomed yCheck ou...2021-11-2736 minThe Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Comedy Profiles #20: Stuart DunlopBroadcasted 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/---- Supp...2021-10-211h 04The Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Comedy Profiles #19: Benny ShakesBroadcasted 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.co...2021-10-1243 minThe Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Comedy Profiles #18 Tony WrightManchester'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.---- 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://w...2021-09-2843 minThe Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Comedy Profiles #17 Cerys Bradley(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/ha...2021-09-091h 07
The Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Comedy Profiles #16 Kath MarvelleyIn 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...2021-08-3146 minThe Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Comedy Profiles #15: Ryan KennyThe "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...2021-08-2659 minThe Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Comedy Profiles #14 William StoneWilliam 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. Follow William stone on Twitter: https://twitter.com/itswilliamstoneFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/itswilliamstone/ Website: https://www.williamstonecomedy.com/ ...2021-08-051h 05The Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Comedy Profiles #13 Khalid WinterAn insightful chat with comedian Khalid Winter about comedy as a socio-political tool, the dangers of trying to make comedy too 'smart' and how to really engage with and win over rooms even if they won't like or agree with you.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 on PayPal: paypal.me/blizzardcomedy or Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedy2021-07-2752 minThe Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Comedy Profiles #12 Eliott SimpsonThis episode we're chatting to everyone's favourite Asexual punster, Eliott Simpson! Follow Eliott on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eliottsockfacesimpson Twitter: https://twitter.com/SockfaceSimpson Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/sockfacesimpson/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUhdS5B2LtHeONdxOWMY7MQ/videos& Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sockfacesimpson?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 on PayPal: paypal.me/blizzardcomedy or Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedy2021-07-211h 34The Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Comedy Profiles #11 Katie MitchellJoin us as we chat to Katie Mitchell about Clowning, Art Degrees and mutual anxieties about crowdwork!Follow Katie Mitchell's various socials and projects here: https://linktr.ee/Katiezoemitchell 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/ Support us Via donation on PayPal: paypal.me/blizzardcomedy Regularly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedy2021-07-141h 08The Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Chat #10 Edward RoworthChatting with Ed Roworth about his comedy journey and ambitions, the expense of doing prop based comedy, and the art of not making sense.----Join our Discord server: https://discord.gg/88By4aYSubscribe to our Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedyCheck out our merch: https://blizzardcomedy.bigcartel.com/----Support usVia donation on PayPal: paypal.me/blizzardcomedyRegularly on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedy----Follow us onFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlizzardComedy/2021-07-0452 minThe Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Chat #9 Bobbie JonesSpeaking with the lovely Bobbie Jones about mental health, being gay, and doing Jigsaw puzzles. Buy our merch! https://blizzardcomedy.bigcartel.com/products?fbclid=IwAR27TLLclS9LsJNXVo00Pa8wRvcyCLY-1Z3aSG9-xSqNBWm2Qef1-PoSGEoSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedyFollow Bobbie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BobbieAnnJones2021-03-0136 minThe Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Chat #8 (No) Money In The BankWe'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.Support us via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedyOr via a one off donation: https://blizzardcomedy.co.uk/support-us/ Watch Our Livestreams on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8rtSwsjVr-L8FgLCJ0VOQ And Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/blizzardcomedy Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram @BlizzardComedy2021-02-011h 26The Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Chat #7: Jonny CollinsThe tables have turned! Now Jonny Collins is gonna give us some answers. 2020-09-0155 minThe Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Chat #6: Tom Burgess (Peter Fleming)Today we chat to the man behind everyone's favourite children's television producer from the 60s and 70s! Peter Fleming (as portrayed by Tom Burgess) is a wonderful character, and today we get to chat with Tom about where the idea came from, his background in sketch comedy and his experience as a niche character comedian on the circuit. Follow Peter Here: https://twitter.com/PeterFlemingTVSupport Blizzard Comedy @ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedyPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=2020-07-1351 min
The Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Chat #5: Eleanor MortonToday we are speaking to Eleanor Morton, a delightfully awkward yet powerful voice on the circuit!Support Eleanor here2020-06-1557 min
The Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Chat #4: Raul KohliToday we are speaking to the excellent Raul Kohli - a unique voice in comedy with an astute and nuanced political insight that makes him a titan on the circuit. Listen to his podcast "Comic Sanskrit" Here https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p07xhfxwFollow him on twitter @RaulKohliComic2020-06-0159 min
The Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Chat #3: Mabel SlatteryThis episode we chat with the lovely Mabel Slattery about Cornwall, teaching, medieval history, and performing with a speach impediment! Subscribe to our patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedy2020-05-1150 min
The Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Chat #2: Ben HodgeOur Patreon supporters have spoken - so today's episode features Ben Hodge! A Gay Trans comic who does not shy away from the vulgar!Follow him on twitter @Destroy_Axiom Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedyPaypal: https://blizzardcomedy.co.uk/support-us/2020-04-2743 min
The Blizzard Comedy PodcastBlizzard Chat #1: Umby WintersThe first in a new series where we interview our favourite acts to get a look into their stand-up journey.Find us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blizzardcomedy Follow Umby Winters @UmbyWintershttps://www.youtube.com/user/ohaiumby2020-04-1351 min