The Comedian's Comedian Podcast 436 - Gareth Reynolds
Sep 7, 2023
Gareth Reynolds, co-host of The Dollop podcast and a superb comic and improviser, talks about his improv characterisation, the history of his collaboration with Dave Anthony, and how taking 'The Dollop Pill' has changed his perception of America. They also discuss the 'robust mental health triumvirate' of improv, sports analogies and regular income, and explore his YouTube series 'Ga’riffs', where he heroically improvises stand-up on audience suggestions. They delve into the techniques and structures Gareth employs while riffing and the parallels between theatre sports, improv on-stage, and crowd work.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Stand-Up Comedy and the Climate Crisis
01:31 • 17min
Introducing Gareth and the 'con con guarantee'
18:16 • 6min
The Origins and Evolution of 'The Dollop'
24:20 • 7min
Climate Dread and the Emotional Rollercoaster
30:53 • 13min
Alternate Futures, Apocalyptic Visions, and Dark Headlines
43:51 • 2min
Origins and Comedy Style
45:35 • 10min
Adapting to the Pandemic as Comedians
56:02 • 23min