Adam Buxton, a comedian and filmmaker, teams up with Joe Cornish, a renowned film director, for a lively nostalgia-fueled conversation. They delve into the creative chaos behind their projects, exploring the challenges of collaboration and competition. Recalling past pranks, they share hilarious anecdotes that highlight their comedic journeys. The duo also reflects on their enduring 40-year friendship, discussing personal growth and the balance of humor and emotional depth in storytelling. Their playful banter and genuine camaraderie shine through every topic.
Richard Herring's upcoming tour emphasizes the importance of audience support and ticket sales for sustaining future events.
The podcast features reflections on the nostalgic comedic partnership between Richard, Adam, and Joe, highlighting their influential collaborations over the years.
Herring engages in a witty discourse on the evolving landscape of comedy, addressing cancel culture and the need for adaptability in the industry.
Deep dives
Upcoming Tour Dates
Richard Herring announces his upcoming tour, 'Can I Have My Ball Back,' starting on February 25th in Tring, followed by performances in Canterbury, Bath, and Exeter throughout the week. He encourages listeners to check his website for further dates and locations, including future shows in Dublin and Belfast. Herring expresses appreciation for audience support and urges fans to attend the shows, emphasizing the fun atmosphere of his live performances. Additionally, he highlights the importance of ticket sales for sustaining future tours and events.
Podcast Series Update
The podcast features a new initiative called Retro Rojolastapurs, where previously recorded episodes are released weekly, allowing long-time listeners and new audiences to enjoy past conversations. This series aims to enhance engagement by showcasing older content that may not have been available to newer listeners. Herring also mentions that these episodes are being shared on YouTube, encouraging fans to support the podcast through listening rather than viewing. A monthly subscription model is introduced, offering listeners added benefits for their support.
Personal Anecdotes
Herring shares personal anecdotes about his daughter’s budding interest in writing stories, including an imaginative tale involving a unicorn and dinosaur. He humorously recounts the plot, which involves their family dynamics and a unique baby, highlighting the whimsical nature of children's storytelling. This light-hearted storytelling segues into reflections on his own childhood writing experiences, including a story he wrote named 'The Man Who Was Never Born.' Herring notes the differences in perception between adult and child humor and expresses amusement at his daughter's creativity.
Comedy and Collaborations
Richard discusses creative collaborations with Adam Buxton and Joe Cornish, reflecting on their past comedic ventures including their popular show, Adam and Joe. He reminisces about the dynamics of their friendship and professional relationship, showcasing how they have influenced each other's work over the years. The discussion highlights some specific projects and funny anecdotes related to their ongoing collaboration in comedy. This reflects a sense of nostalgia and respect for their comedic journeys together spanning decades.
Cultural Commentary
The podcast touches on broader cultural themes, including the evolution of comedy, the impact of social media, and audience expectations. Herring engages in a witty discussion about the ongoing tension surrounding cancel culture and the challenges faced by comedians today. He emphasizes the importance of adaptability in the ever-changing entertainment landscape while maintaining a sense of humor about serious topics. This commentary provides listeners with a thoughtful examination of the comedy industry and its relationship with contemporary societal issues.
#351 T n T - Richard’s daughter has written a story to rival the Men of Phise and Rich has come up with a new sitcom idea. His guests are his 1990s comedy rivals Adam and Joe. Find out how Song Wars nearly caused awkwardness for Joe, whether the documentary voice over man will be in Attack the Block 2, whether a 1990s parody of how rubbish the internet is stands up today, boarding school bullying and comedy revenge, who was the best 1990s mainly forgotten double act and is it possible to still be friends after 40 years of knowing each other. Plus where you can see Lee and Herring nude and what part did Richard fail to get in the Sex Pistols TV series?