Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster Ep 226: Noel Fielding
Feb 21, 2024
Noel Fielding joins for a whimsical chat about comedy, genies, nostalgic snacks, and dream menus. The episode is filled with humor, quirky characters, and banter about mashed potatoes, ice poles, and childhood memories. An entertaining journey through quirky foodie tales and unique dining experiences.
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Formative Boosh Memories
- Noel Fielding recounts how The Mighty Boosh was formative for his and the hosts' comedy in their late teens.
- He describes the show's evolution and the difficulty of trying to recreate that original chemistry later on.
Writing Comes In Waves
- Noel describes writing for The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin and how writing is like pushing a boulder uphill.
- He explains that ideas often come when he stops working and returns to the project later.
Timing Beats Recreation
- Noel notes that trying to manufacture past creative relationships rarely works and feels different.
- He attributes the original show's success to timing and natural evolution rather than deliberate replication.