{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/acaaaf98-69c1-4a94-b843-5ea7e3892f66/65c50b136a17ef00174c436a?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Jack Dee on struggling at school, his love for dogs and a hapless first meeting with his now wife","description":"<p>This week we’re joined by the nation’s favourite grumpy comedian - the incredibly funny Jack Dee!</p><p><br></p><p>Jack joins&nbsp;Kate&nbsp;to chart his journey through his unconventional path to comedy. Despite struggling through most of school, acting was the one thing that felt like home - so that’s where he set his sights. He tells us how while working in a bar, he discovered a newfound zest for learning and academia, which set the stage for an unexpected turn from acting to the world of comedy and a storied career ever since. He also remembers how he ended up doing his first gig: on a whim; one night, in the mid-80s, at 2am, standing in line at the Comedy Store, ready to show off his comedic chops... Listen in to find out more!</p><p><br></p><p>***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***</p>","author_name":"Kate Thornton"}