Olaf Falafel takes centre stage in this brilliantly bonkers conversation as Steve Otis Gunn chats with the comedian, illustrator, author, and all-round mischief-maker. From gaslighting his mum with a fart machine to reinventing kids’ comedy one parp at a time, Olaf brings stories as colourful as his graphic novels. They dive into his early days on the stand-up circuit, his sideways leap into children’s books, the chaos of school visits, and the surprising depth of misheard lyrics. Along the way, Olaf talks about touring a kids’ show across the UK — and the reality of trying to keep everything within a three-hour drive — while Steve recalls a surreal moment from his first trip to Vegas, accidentally witnessing a plane stunt that turned out to be from Con Air. There’s also plenty on how things actually get made, from illustration and graphic novels to the kind of background watching that quietly shapes ideas, plus the usual diversions into celebrity-podcast fatigue, Greggs gingerbread muffins, and the eternal mystery of whether mayo counts as dairy.
Originally released under the podcast's former name: Television Times.
Olaf Falafel is an award-winning comedian, illustrator, and bestselling children’s author known for his brilliantly silly humour and distinctive artwork. He’s the creator of Old MacDonald Heard a Parp, Trixie Pickle Art Avenger, and the graphic novel series The Far Out Five. His work blends jokes, art, and imagination — appealing to kids, parents, teachers, and comedy fans alike.
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Host: Steve Otis Gunn
Guest: Olaf Falafel – Comedian, Author & Illustrator
Duration: 52 minutes
Release Date: December 4, 2025
Season: 4, Episode 29
All music written by Steve Otis Gunn
My book 'You Shot My Dog and I Love You' is available in bookstores & online
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