The Comedian's Comedian Podcast Were Comedians Happy In 2025: Vol 1
Dec 22, 2025
Iain Stirling, a talented comedian and TV personality, shares insights on balancing family life with career ambitions. He prioritizes contentment over fame while discussing his struggles with anxiety and ADHD. The conversation weaves through themes of personal growth, happiness in unexpected career paths, and the importance of close relationships during tours. Other guests like Scott Aukerman and Alan Davies explore redefining success, creativity, and how vulnerability can lead to deeper contentment in life and work.
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Contentment Over Constant Climb
- Iain Stirling prioritises family and contentment over relentless career escalation.
- He acknowledges anxiety and ADHD but says he mostly feels a steady level of happiness and purpose.
Growing Into Self-Trust
- Chloe Radcliffe describes recent growth from fear toward self-trust and away from needing external validation.
- She reports being much closer to genuine happiness than she was a year ago.
Spot A Unique Spark, Be Reliable
- Scott Aukerman advises noticing a unique point of view rather than chasing a fixed formula for success.
- He also emphasises reliability and good taste as booking criteria for shows.