In this podcast, Samira Ahmed talks to Adam Buxton, one of Britain's most popular podcasters. They discuss Buxton's childhood influences and love for comedy, his memories of using early video cameras and home computers, the importance of editing and balancing naturalness in podcasting, his dynamic friendship and collaboration with Joe Cornish, and the significance of finding a supportive producer and enjoying family time.
Adam Buxton's comedic influences from childhood shaped his love for comedy and silliness in his work.
The importance of editing and refining content is emphasized by Adam Buxton, both in his videos and his podcast.
Deep dives
Early Life and Influences
Adam Buxton discusses his childhood, growing up with comedic influences from his mother, and listening to radio personalities like Terry Wogan and Kenny Everett. He shares how his love for comedy and silliness developed, including his fascination with David Bowie and other artists who incorporated humor into their work.
Start in Filmmaking and Television
Buxton recounts his early experiences in filmmaking, including creating parodies with Star Wars figures and getting discovered by a production company. He reflects on the success of the Adam and Joe show on Channel 4 and their approach to parodying pop culture in a fun and irreverent way.
Videos, Editing, and Podcasting
The discussion delves into the importance of editing in Buxton's work, both in his videos and his podcast. He emphasizes the need for editing to refine content and enhance the listener's experience. Buxton also discusses the impact of social media on content creation and the challenge of standing out in a saturated market.
Friendship and Future Projects
The podcast episode concludes with a reflection on Buxton's friendship with Joe Cornish and Louis Theroux, their shared experiences at Westminster School, and their individual career paths. Buxton talks about their Christmas podcast tradition and mentions a small role in Cornish's film. He expresses contentment with his current projects and family life, highlighting the importance of finding joy in the present moment.
Samira Ahmed speaks to one of Britain's most popular podcasters - Adam Buxton. From experimenting with early video recorders to his David Bowie impressions and comedic use of Star Wars figurines on national television, Buxton talks about the moments that shaped and inspired his voice. This discussion first aired on our award-winning podcast, How I Found My Voice, in 2019.
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