The Angel Comedy Podcast

In this episode of the Angel Comedy Podcast, Barry Ferns sits down with legendary comedian and activist Mark Thomas. From shutting down McDonald’s with budget-friendly produce to getting a general to admit to torture (yes, really), Mark’s career has been a whirlwind of comedy with a conscience.Barry dives into Mark’s groundbreaking Channel 4 series, his Extreme Rambling show and his unique approach to blending activism and stand-up. All this, while Mark whips up a meal mid-interview!Check out Mark on Facebook and his website!

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Phil Nichol, a comedian, actor, and musician, who takes us through his journey in comedy since the late '80s. Phil reflects on the shift from experimental to polished comedy, the pressures of audience validation, and how social media and cancel culture have changed the game. He critiques modern comedy’s focus on marketability over creative risks and shares his thoughts on the importance of authenticity, long-term experience, and staying true to the craft.Follow Phil on Instagram, Facebook, and check out his websiteCheck out our Ali Woods episode here.If you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There's plenty to choose from! We'd love for you to leave us a (nice) review on iTunes, and follow us on Instagram @angelcomedy and Twitter @angelcomedy!Angel Comedy puts on live comedy shows every night of the week at our venue The Bill Murray pub and The Camden Head, both in Angel, Islington. See what's on here Thanks so much for listening, see you soon!

In this episode, we sit down with the brilliant Oliver Double—a comedy historian, drama lecturer, and seasoned performer. Oliver shares his unique approach to teaching stand-up comedy, and offers fascinating insights into the structure of comedy clubs, cultural dynamics in comedy, and the influence of legends like Mark Thomas and Stewart Lee.Thanks for tuning in, and be sure check out Oliver on his socials!

In this episode, we sit down with the hilarious Tom Houghton to talk about life in the Tower of London and his spooky encounters there. Tom also gives us a peek behind the curtain of his comedy career, discussing the pressures of staying fresh in an ever-evolving industry.From balancing live shows with his online presence to the challenges of creating diverse comedic personas, Tom shares insights into the art of making people laugh.Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, follow Tom on Instagram and TikTok for more!

In this episode, Barry Ferns chats with the incredible Arielle Souma about her comedy career. Arielle shares stories about her original name, her start in stand-up, and the hurdles she faced during her first comedy course.She reflects on her passion for comedy, her goal to succeed without chasing fame, and how she stays honest on stage, tackling topics like relationships, sex, and life as a French comedian in the UK. Arielle also talks about performing in both English and French, and the differences in style and audience reactions.Follow Arielle on Instagram @arielle.souma and catch her live at The Bill Murray!

In this episode, Barry Ferns chats with Rich Fulcher about his comedy journey, from Second City in Chicago to the success of The Mighty Boosh. Rich shares stories about navigating the comedy scene, collaborating with industry legends, and the transition from stage to TV. Expect plenty of laughs and insights into the ever-evolving world of comedy.Follow Rich on Instagram, and Twitter (or X? whatever you wanna call it).If you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There's plenty to choose from! We'd love for you to leave us a (nice) review on iTunes, and follow us on Instagram @angelcomedy and Twitter @angelcomedy!Angel Comedy puts on live comedy shows every night of the week at our venue The Bill Murray pub and The Camden Head, both in Angel, Islington. See what's on here Thanks so much for listening, see you soon!

In this episode, Barry Ferns interviews Liz Miele during her tour of Space Camp in May 2024. Liz talks everything stand-up, including her pivotal career moments, channelling emotions, and cockroaches!Follow Liz on Instagram, Twitter (or X? whatever you wanna call it), YouTube and check out her website www.lizmiele.comCheck out our Ali Woods episode here.If you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There's plenty to choose from! We'd love for you to leave us a (nice) review on iTunes, and follow us on Instagram @angelcomedy and Twitter @angelcomedy!Angel Comedy puts on live comedy shows every night of the week at our venue The Bill Murray pub and The Camden Head, both in Angel, Islington. See what's on here Thanks so much for listening, see you soon!

This wek we go all the way back to 2014 when Barry spoke to Sunil Patel when Sunil was relatively new to the comedy scene. Part 2 next week will be an interview with Sunil from early in 2022, where he has been a well established comic on the circuit, as well as being on countless TV shows and films.Sunil's website is here and you can follow him on Twitter here and Instagram here.If you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There's plenty to choose from! We'd love for you to leave us a (nice) review on iTunes, and follow us on Instagram @angelcomedy and Twitter @angelcomedy!Angel Comedy puts on live comedy shows every night of the week at our venue The Bill Murray pub and The Camden Head, both in Angel, Islington. See what's on here Thanks so much for listening, see you soon!

This week is an archive interview from 2014 when Barry spoke to Celia upstairs at the Camden Head pub in Islington.Follow Celia on Twitter here and Instagram hereIf you enjoyed this podcast, then why not check out some of the other episodes? There's plenty to choose from! We'd love for you to leave us a (nice) review on iTunes, and follow us on Instagram @angelcomedy and Twitter @angelcomedy!Angel Comedy puts on live comedy shows every night of the week at our venue The Bill Murray pub and The Camden Head, both in Angel, Islington. See what's on here Thanks so much for listening, see you soon!