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Susan Calman's - Mrs Brightside

Susan invites friends over for a cheerful look at depression.


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  • 9. Ep 08: Marcus Brigstocke

    49:19
    Susan and Marcus Brigstocke sit down together to reflect on their time at the Edinburgh fringe and all the mental health stuff that goes with it. It's a frank and open conversation about comedy, addiction and the difference that just inviting someone out for lunch can make...

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  • 8. Ep 07: Kiri Pritchard-McLean

    01:01:21
    Susan meets with the absolutely amazing comedian, writer and fellow podcaster Kiri Pritchard-McLean to chat about outfits, twitter trolls and hecklers.
  • 7. Ep 06: Nick Helm

    56:19
    This week Susan chats to the glorious Nick Helm about his new show, Edinburgh, touring and putting on shows with friends. It's a lovely chat! Enjoy!Content Warning: This episode contains references to suicide and suicidal ideation. If you are affected by any of the issues raised in the episode and need support then some useful contact numbers are available here: http://bit.ly/brightsidesupport
  • 6. Ep 05: Isabel Hardman

    01:06:03
    Assistant editor of The Spectator, author and journalist Isabel Hardman joins Susan to chat about Westminster, mental health crises at work and ... wasps?
  • 5. Ep 04: Scottee

    59:38
    This week Susan meets with Scottee to chat about class, toxic masculinity and Hamburger Queen. It's an incredible chat and an hour simply was not not enough...
  • 4. Ep 03: Sofie Hagen

    01:01:43
    Our guest this episode is comedian, author, podcaster, designer Sofie Hagen. Susan and Sofie chat about dealing with trauma, offensive jokes and living live to the fullest.
  • 3. Ep 02: Darren Harriott

    56:09
    In this episode, Susan and Edinburgh award nominated comedian Darren Harriott have a chat about best and worst gigs, growing up and family.Darren and Susan also discuss comedy, men's mental health and labels.Content Warning: This episode contains references to suicide and suicidal ideation. If you are affected by any of the issues raised in the episode and need support then some useful contact numbers are available here: http://bit.ly/brightsidesupport