The Comedian's Comedian Podcast

Iain Stirling

Mar 28, 2025

Iain Stirling, a Scottish comedian and the witty voice behind Love Island, shares his journey through the world of comedy and television. He reflects on the creative freedom in kids' TV and the impact of the Edinburgh Fringe on his career. Iain discusses the evolving landscape of comedy, his experiences with ADHD, and the importance of authenticity. Additionally, he highlights how humor serves as a coping mechanism in challenging times, emphasizing the balance of creative ambitions with personal life.

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Iain Stirling's early experiences at the Edinburgh Fringe significantly shaped his comedic development and artistic style as a performer.

He discusses the challenges of balancing his children's television career with stand-up, emphasizing the importance of embracing authenticity in both fields.

Stirling highlights mental health's importance in comedy, sharing how therapy aids in his self-compassion and management of anxiety.

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Intro

3min

From Banter to Breakthroughs

17min

Nostalgia and Growth in Comedy

17min

The Freedom of Comedy Creation

5min

The Comedic Journey of ADHD and Authenticity

22min

Transforming Fun into Structured Work for Creative Success

3min

Comedy as Coping: Balancing Life and Laughter

13min

Exploring Comedy, Community, and Nostalgia

6min

Finding Inspiration in Community and Upcoming Comedy Adventures

2min

Iain Stirling is best known as the razor-sharp voice of Love Island, you may also know him from Series 8 of Taskmaster, hosting ITV2’s hit game show CelebAbility, his very own sitcom, Buffering, or maybe even his days on CBBC! He’s now back with Relevant, a brand-new stand-up show touring throughout the UK.

In this episode we discuss the creative freedom working within kids' television, growing up with the Edinburgh Fringe on his doorstep, the impact of success on his stand-up audience, the changing landscapes of a comedy career and the value of collaboration.

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Catch Up with Iain:

Iain Stirling is on tour throughout the UK in 2025 with Relevant - find all the dates and more at iaindoesjokes.com.

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