I have worked with Terry a couple of times, he's a lovely guy and I've always really admired how honest and open he is about his craft. He was also the first impressionist I had guesting on the podcast and it was fascinating to hear him talk about that side of comedy. Give it a listen!

'That was the first time'. Next up in the Archives is Episode 31 - my chat with the man, the myth, the mimic, @terrymynott.bsky.social. Here is an example from him of how you can go about trying to capture and refine an impression. (1/2)

Enjoy this clip from our latest episode. These two are hilarious!

"We're very elegant women." Róisín and Chiara talk marshmallows and bold moves. You can listen to the full conversation right here! shows.acast.com/out-of-chara... #Comedy #Chat #Podcast #Sketch #Character #CottonBalls #Marshmallows #Grotesque #SexOnWheels

I was very fortunate to lock in this recording just weeks before Róisín had her baby (🎉). I had previously met her and Chiara separately but this was the first time the three of us had properly chatted together and it was bloody lovely!

Episode 62 has hatched and our special guests are Róisín & Chiara. In this online three-way, Alex spoke to the comedy duo about art college, Italian comics, fancying Blackadder, and allowing their 'freak flag' to fly. Listen and find out why the two of them can no longer have s'mores... (1/2)

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BLOODY HELL!!! THANK YOU!!! Next new episode out tomorrow...

Listen to @slepkane.bsky.social in John Finnemore 2025 Special. He can also be seen in new SKY Christmas comedy 'Tinsel Town' and has written on 'Mitchell And Webb Are Not Helping' (All4). www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

How are we back at Episode 30 already?! Next up in the archives is a snippet of our conversation with the fantastic @slepkane.bsky.social. Here, Simon talks about writing on the first 'Mitchell & Webb' series. Look out for future performances of Simon's live show 'Jonah Non Grata'. (1/2)

'You realise we've all been had, don't you?' This is brilliant! Keep an eye on Alexis's profile for upcoming shows and check out his hilarious podcast 'Marcel Lucont's Whine List'.

Alexis Dubus (@alexisdubus.bsky.social) regales us with the tale of when his sketch group Ubersausage! met Borat. You can listen to the full conversation right here! shows.acast.com/out-of-chara... #Comedy #Chat #Podcast #Sketch #Character #Borat #Prank #Ubersausage #Slapstick #MontyPython

I met Alexis only once about ten years ago in Brighton so it was a real pleasure to catch up and properly shoot the shit with him after so long. And now you too can enjoy our chinwag!

Salut! Episode 61 has arrived, consisting of special guest @alexisdubus.bsky.social (aka Marcel Lucont). Alex spoke to Alexis about Whine Lists, 1-star reviews, and the work of Ubersausage! Who remembers Edinburgh Fringe's Page of Shame? Bonne écoute! (1/2)

Holly's BBC Short Film 'It's What She Would Have Wanted' is available on iPlayer. Check it out!

Episode 29 from the Archives - Our conversation with the fab Holly Hall. In this clip, she speaks about her first solo show and her 'troubled comedian' mind. Check out Holly's comedy sketches on her Instagram (@hollyhallactor) & TikTok (@hollyhallcomedian). (1/2)

Love this! Watch Horrible Histories and Horrible Science on BBC iPlayer.

James McNicholas talks about being part of 'Horrible Histories'. You can listen to the full conversation right here! shows.acast.com/out-of-chara... Watch Horrible Histories & Horrible Science on BBCiPlayer. #Comedy #Chat #Podcast #Sketch #Character #HorribleHistories #BEASTS #EdinburghFringe

I've worked with James before and had seen many Beasts shows but this was the first time we'd properly sat down and chatted which was lovely. Enjoy!

We've hit 60 (Episode, not Birthday)! Our special guest to mark this remarkable occasion is JAMES MCNICHOLAS! Alex spoke to James about Horrible Histories, sketch personas, and finally getting to show off his range via song lyrics. Listen and never hear Hanson's MMMBop in the same way again. (1/2)

Lee is an absolute king when it comes to sketch comedy - in writing, performing, teaching and championing it. He was one of the first people I met in sketch comedy, he's the loveliest man and he taught me one of the most valuable comedy writing exercises of my life. What was it? Listen and find out!

As we continue through the Archives, we reach Episode 28 and our conversation with Lee Griffiths. Here, we talk about his naked Miley Cyrus 'Wrecking Ball' parody in Late Night Gimp Fight and how he's now paying the price for it... (1/2)

As Kath said herself - Right time, right place. Amazing!

Kath Hughes talks having comedy heroes come to see her and her sketch group and one particularly surreal night in Edinburgh. You can listen to the full conversation right here! shows.acast.com/out-of-chara... #Comedy #Chat #Podcast #Sketch #Character #Heroes #GeinsFamilyGiftshop #InsideNo9

Lovely getting to know Kath! Plus, if you enjoy two gingers chatting about their love for 'The Simpsons', I've got some good news for you. Big thanks to @lucyfarrett.bsky.social for connecting us!

With Halloween round the corner, it makes sense that our special guest for Episode 59 is none other than KATH HUGHES! Alex spoke to Kath about her complexes, collaborations, and 'chaotic brain'. Enjoy and remember - SKETCH WILL NEVER DIE! (1/2)

I first met Georgia when I was a runner on her BBC Four sitcom 'Quick Cuts' back in 2013. Amazingly, we've kept in touch all these years. I was so thrilled when she agreed to be a guest on this. Another ep I implore you to listen to if you have any interest in comedy writing. You'll learn a lot!

Another corker from the Archives, it's Episode 27 - our conversation with Georgia Pritchett. In this clip, Georgia discusses her 'terrifying' first day writing on 'The Thick Of It'. Georgia's excellent book 'My Mess Is A Bit Of A Life' is still available from all good bookshops. (1/2)

A cracking convo with Ed here! Keep an eye out for new upcoming Crybabies WIP shows. Listen to 'Crybabies Presents...' on BBC Sounds.

Ed Jones talks about how truly unexpected it was when his sketch group, Crybabies, got nominated for Best Newcomer at Edinburgh Fringe. You can listen to the full conversation right here! shows.acast.com/out-of-chara... #Comedy #Chat #Podcast #Sketch #Character #WordOfMouth #Awards #Wrestling

It was a pleasure chatting to Ed, having become a fan of his and his sketch group's work very quickly. Listen now!

The latest episode of the podcast - Episode 58 with special guest, Ed Jones (Mitchell & Webb Are Not Helping)! In the first IRL chat of the new series, Alex met up with Ed at the National Theatre to talk Crybabies, online characters, and a fairytale Fringe. Listen and laugh! Laugh! LAUGH! (1/2)

Loved listening to Ruth talk about improv comedy. (Yes) And you will too!

The journey back through the archive continues with Episode 26 - My conversation with the hilarious Ruth Bratt. In this clip, she talks about what the 50-Hour Improv-a-thon can do to your mind. #Comedy #Conversations #Sketch #Character #Improv #Improvathon #QueenVictoria

Listen to my full chat with Rosalie and then book to see her new Clementine WIP show at The Glitch, London on 7th Nov. www.tickettailor.com/events/vault...

'You really do walk the tightrope of likeability...' @rosalieminnitt.bsky.social explains why she likes her audiences getting involved in her character shows. You can listen to the full conversation right here! shows.acast.com/out-of-chara... #Comedy #Chat #Podcast #Sketch #Character #Audience

I loved Rosalie's show and it was a delight getting to chat to her.

Next up in the new series, Episode 57 with special guest, Rosalie Minnitt (How Are You? It's Alan)! Alex spoke to Rosalie about her character Clementine, international schools, and imagining the 'sitcom lives' of your neighbours. Pop the kettle on, have a drop of laudanum, and enjoy! (1/2)

I was hugely fortunate to work with @andybobrow.bsky.social, from across the pond, on the hysterical 'Tumbler's Willy Podcast'. He is such a lovely, funny guy and unbelievably supportive. We've still never met in person. If you have any interest in comedy writing, you NEED to listen to this one!

Here is a special one from the Archives, it's Episode 25 - our two-parter with the first American guest on the show, @andybobrow.bsky.social. In this clip, Andy talks about landing the job on 'Community'. (1/3)

This episode was such a brilliant start to the new series! Go listen to the full chat! Also, you can book tickets to see John in 'Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas'! www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/whats-on/she... as well as his 2026 tour! www.johnkearnscomedy.co.uk

John Kearns talks about how his and Adam Riches' fascination with Michael Ball and Alfie Boe began. You can listen to the full conversation right here! shows.acast.com/out-of-chara... #Comedy #Chat #Podcast #Sketch #Character #BallAndBoe #SohoTheatre #ChristmasShow

I was delighted to find John was already a fan of the show. He's a fascinating man to talk to and hilarious with it. I felt a bit silly for just assuming his act was a character, it's so not as black and white as that and this is another reason why I love making this podcast. Enjoy!

Here we go! Series 5! And what an opener we have for you. Episode 56 with special guest, John Kearns (Taskmaster, Top Coppers)! Alex spoke to John about deadlines, saying 'Yes', and how he and Adam Riches have been pretending to be Ball and Boe for much longer than you might have thought... (1/2)

That's right! No weeks of build up, no teaser trailers, just a little nudge less than 24 hours before a brand new episode slides right into your lap. More of a French entrance than a French exit. Anyway, tune in (or whatever the podcast equivalent is) tomorrow! 🎧🥳

The new series lands in your podcast feed TOMORROW! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Series 5 (Part 1) starts tomorrow - 9th October - with new episodes releasing weekly every Thursday up to Christmas. Time to get back into Character! #Comedy #Podcast #Sketch #Character #Conversation #NewSeries

One Alex to another! It was brilliant chatting to @alexlowe1.bsky.social about all things character comedy and how mediums and palm readers are talking utter bollocks. Enjoy!

The next archive clip can be found in Episode 24 - My conversation with the brilliant Alex Lowe (@alexlowe1.bsky.social). Here he talks about his character Clinton Baptiste and how Britain loves a plucky loser. (1/3)

Ah @joannaneary.bsky.social is a fantastic character comic who I met in Brighton many moons ago. It was lovely getting to chat to her on this and it's only listening back to the episode that I realised she still owes me a drawing of Silas Bibble 😉.

We continue to travel back in time to the Archives. Here is a clip from Episode 23 and our conversation with the wonderful @joannaneary.bsky.social! Here she talks about the origin of her beloved Celia Johnson character. (1/3)