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Nov. 22, 2024

Nick Schuller: Bad Pandemic Timing and The Art of Deadpan

Nick Schuller: Bad Pandemic Timing and The Art of Deadpan 📺 Episode Summary: In this sharp, dry, and frequently hilarious episode, Steve Otis Gunn chats with Australian comedian Nick Schuller about the perfect storm of bad ti...
Guest: Nick Schuller
Nov. 20, 2024

Harry Jun: Deep-Fried Scottish Food, Gen Z TV Nostalgia & The Aussie Comedy Scene

Harry Jun: Deep-Fried Scottish Food, Gen Z TV Nostalgia & The Aussie Comedy Scene 📺 Episode Summary: In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn talks to Korean-Australian comedian Harry Jun about navigating the world of comedy and pop ...
Guest: Harry Jun
Nov. 18, 2024

Paul Savage: How Comedy Sets Evolve and Why 90s TV Made Us Anxious

Paul Savage: How Comedy Sets Evolve and Why 90s TV Made Us Anxious 📺 Episode Overview In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn sits down with Paul Savage, a seasoned comedian and cartoonist, to discuss: The Lifecycle of a Comedy Set:...
Guest: Paul Savage
Nov. 13, 2024

Mark Dolan: From 'Balls of Steel' to GB News and Beyond

Mark Dolan: From 'Balls of Steel' to GB News and Beyond 📺 Episode Overview In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn sits down with Mark Dolan, the multifaceted comedian and broadcaster known for hosting Channel 4's Balls of Steel and...
Guest: Mark Dolan
Nov. 6, 2024

He Huang: From 'China's Got Talent' to Australia's Comedy Scene

He Huang: From 'China's Got Talent' to Australia's Comedy Scene 📺 Episode Overview In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn sits down with He Huang, a Chinese-born comedian who has made a significant impact on Australia's comedy scen...
Guest: He Huang
Nov. 2, 2024

Gary John Miller: True Crime, 'South Park', and Why TV Makes Us Hungry for More

Gary John Miller: True Crime, 'South Park', and Why TV Makes Us Hungry for More 📺 Episode Overview In this laid-back yet insightful episode, Steve Otis Gunn chats with Gary John Miller, a U.S. comedian and actor known for his...
Oct. 30, 2024

Danny Robins: From Comedy to the Paranormal - The 'Uncanny' Journey

Danny Robins: From Comedy to the Paranormal - The 'Uncanny' Journey 👻 Episode Overview In this Halloween special, Steve Otis Gunn sits down with Danny Robins, the mastermind behind the BBC's hit paranormal podcast and TV seri...
Oct. 24, 2024

Ian Stone: From 'Buzzcocks' to 'Rainbow', and the Challenges of Comedy Writing

Ian Stone: From 'Buzzcocks' to 'Rainbow', and the Challenges of Comedy Writing 📺 Episode Summary: Join host Steve Otis Gunn in a deep dive with comedian and author Ian Stone, who discusses his career and the fine art of comed...
Guest: Ian Stone
Oct. 21, 2024

Louis Katz: Smart Laughs, Weird Crowds, and Zero Regrets

Louis Katz: Smart Laughs, Weird Crowds and Zero Regrets 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn sits down with the brilliantly funny Louis Katz—stand-up comedian, writer, and long-time favourite on the US comedy ...
Guest: Louis Katz
Oct. 11, 2024

Terry Christian: The Man Who Revolutionised 90s TV and Survived It All

Terry Christian: The Man Who Revolutionised 90s TV and Survived It All 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn sits down with Terry Christian, the legendary TV host, who opens up about his unforgettable career in...
Oct. 8, 2024

Sid Singh: From Sleeping in Cars to Romanian TV - A Comedian’s Survival Guide

Sid Singh: From Sleeping in Cars to Romanian TV - A Comedian’s Survival Guide 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn sits down with Sid Singh, an American comedian who’s made waves in Europe, including a regular...
Guest: Sid Singh
Oct. 4, 2024

Howard J. Ford: From The Ledge to DarkGame - Crafting International Horror Thrillers

Howard J. Ford: From The Ledge to DarkGame - Crafting International Horror Thrillers 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn speaks with acclaimed filmmaker Howard J. Ford , best known for his gripping horror thr...
Sept. 27, 2024

Yuriko Kotani: Culture Shock, Stand-Up in a Second Language & Channel 4 Fame

Yuriko Kotani: Culture Shock, Stand-Up in a Second Language & Channel 4 Fame 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn sits down with award-winning comedian Yuriko Kotani , whose sharp wit and cultural observations...
Guest: Yuriko Kotani
Sept. 18, 2024

Nikky Smedley: From a Yellow Costume to Iconic Fame - The Uncomfortable Reality of Laa-Laa

Nikky Smedley: From a Yellow Costume to Iconic Fame - The Uncomfortable Reality of Laa-Laa 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn sits down with Nikky Smedley , the beloved performer best known for playing Laa-L...
Guest: Nikky Smedley
Aug. 20, 2024

Live from EdFringe '24 with Chris Dobrowolski

Live from EdFringe '24 with Chris Dobrowolski 🎙️Episode Overview We're hijacking the podcast feed to bring you a special 'Live' from EdFringe episode with artist Chris Dobrowolski that has nothing to do with telly. It's just ...
July 16, 2024

Anna-Jane Casey: From Cabaret to the U-Bend - High Kicks, Low Points & Fawlty Moments

Anna-Jane Casey: From Cabaret to the U-Bend - High Kicks, Low Points & Fawlty Moments 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn chats to West End powerhouse Anna-Jane Casey for a hilarious and heartfelt conversatio...
July 9, 2024

Mike Lukas: How I Went Bald While Jason Sudeikis Got Famous

Mike Lukas: How I Went Bald While Jason Sudeikis Got Famous 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn welcomes U.S. stand-up comedian Mike Lukas to the podcast for an engaging conversation that spans his comedic jo...
Guest: Mike Lukas
July 2, 2024

Paul A. Williams: The Art of Biopics, Thrillers & Real-Life Storytelling

Paul A. Williams: The Art of Biopics, Thrillers & Real-Life Storytelling 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode of Television Times with Steve Otis Gunn , acclaimed director Paul A. Williams joins the show to discuss his diverse...
June 26, 2024

Rosie Holt: Inside The Mind of a Tory MP - Satire, AI Panic and X-Files Trauma

Rosie Holt: Inside The Mind of a Tory MP - Satire, AI Panic and X-Files Trauma 🎙️ Episode Overview Award-winning comedian, satirist, and author Rosie Holt joins Steve Otis Gunn for a candid and hilarious conversation about po...
Guest: Rosie Holt
June 19, 2024

Nick Helm: Blowing the Roof Off Edinburgh and Taking Comedy by Storm

Nick Helm: Blowing the Roof Off Edinburgh and Taking Comedy by Storm 🎙️ Episode Overview Comedian, actor, and writer Nick Helm sits down with Steve Otis Gunn for a lively and unpredictable conversation about life in the spotl...
Guest: Nick Helm
May 7, 2024

Alex Lowe: Clinton Baptiste - Comedy with a Supernatural Twist

Alex Lowe: Clinton Baptiste - Comedy with a Supernatural Twist 🎙️ Episode Overview Comedian and actor Alex Lowe sits down with Steve Otis Gunn for a fascinating conversation about his journey through the comedy world, iconic ...
May 4, 2024

Stefania Licari: Laughter, Medicine, and Conquering the Sahara

Stefania Licari: Laughter, Medicine, and Conquering the Sahara 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn talks to comedian and doctor Stefania Licari about her journey from medicine to stand-up and her evolving app...
April 25, 2024

Dom Joly: Trigger Happy TV, Conspiracy Theories, and Surviving Bear Grylls

Dom Joly: Trigger Happy TV, Conspiracy Theories, and Surviving Bear Grylls 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn sits down with comedian, broadcaster, and author Dom Joly to reflect on his multifaceted career, ...
Guest: Dom Joly
April 21, 2024

Giles Paley-Phillips: Creating Calm in a Chaotic Media World

Giles Paley-Phillips: Creating Calm in a Chaotic Media World 🎙️ Episode Overview In this episode, Steve Otis Gunn chats to multi-talented writer and podcaster Giles Paley-Phillips, delving into his diverse creative ventures, ...