Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster Rhys James
Sep 24, 2025
Rhys James, a witty stand-up comedian and author of 'You’ll Like It When You Get There,' shares fascinating insights into his comedic journey. He humorously recalls dressing in a tux for the occasion and reveals intriguing details about his dread memoir focused on avoidance and introversion. Rhys passionately discusses nostalgic food memories, from crispy buffalo wings to birria tacos, and even invents a delightful dessert of Yorkshire puddings filled with ice cream. His comedic flair shines throughout the conversation!
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Tuxedo Gesture And Introvert Dread
- Rhys describes wearing a tux to the podcast as a deliberate, fancy gesture to match the 'red carpet' vibe.
- He explains his introverted dread often shows as over-talking in social settings and on stage.
Plan Small Actions To Overcome Dread
- Rhys admits his default is avoidance and dread before events, which shapes his routines and decisions.
- Recognise your dread pattern so you can plan small, manageable actions to ease into commitments.
Discovering Avocado On Tour
- Rhys recounts first seeing an avocado on tour with Ed and reacting like a child discovering a new fruit.
- Ed walked him through cutting it and explained the stone size, which Rhys vividly remembers.
