Wisecrack Knock, Knock
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Sep 2, 2025 Stand-up comedian Ed Hedges shares a spine-chilling story from his childhood in a small village. He takes the audience through a terrifying night that begins with a seemingly innocent charity gig back home. Ed recalls waking to his mother’s urgent warning and discovering his father's unsettling behavior. As loud banging erupts at the front door, the tension skyrockets, leading to a shocking revelation. This tale blends comedy with suspense, leaving listeners both entertained and on the edge of their seats.
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Comic Set Turns Into Confession
- Ed Hedges recounts performing in a rainy Scottish comedy club and promising to tell a true story with three deliberate lies.
- His stage manner and the lie-device immediately intrigue and disarm the audience, setting up a tense tale.
Bullying Becomes Material
- Ed describes his bullied childhood and the comic device of admitting one lie early in the set.
- He uses self-deprecating humor to transform trauma into relatable material.
Return Home Before Midnight
- Ed accepts a hometown charity gig invitation and returns to his village after years away.
- He arrives late, enters through the back door, sleeps in his childhood bed, and sets the scene for the central night.