https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/ Fri, 01 Jan 2016 01:01:00 GMT Wed, 08 Apr 2026 01:15:05 GMT 60 en Comedy.co.uk contact@comedy.co.uk (British Comedy Guide) A podcast series for those interested in the mechanics of situation comedy. James Cary and Dave Cohen discuss the art of sitcom writing for TV and Radio. A fortnightly podcast by James Cary (Bluestone 42, Miranda) and Dave Cohen (Not Going Out, Horrible Histories) about the art of sitcom-writing for TV and Radio. British Comedy Guide contact@comedy.co.uk Comedy.co.uk no https://cdn.comedy.co.uk/images/library/comedies/1400x1400/sitcom_geeks.jpg https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/ Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,CohenA fortnightly podcast by James Cary (Bluestone 42, Miranda) and Dave Cohen (Not Going Out, Horrible Histories) about the art of sitcom-writing for TV and Radio. Thu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-222/ 59:00 British Comedy Guide no In this episode Dave and James weave together all the strands of the previous 221 to bring the podcast narrative to a pulsating climax... no they don't, this is sitcom where stories never end and people never grow. They talk instead about the best and worst sitcom endings of all time - and offer their final thoughts about how to approach this noble urge to create and complete your fabulous sitcom. In this episode Dave and James weave together all the strands of the previous 221 to bring the podcast narrative to a pulsating climax... no they don't, this is sitcom where stories never end and people never grow. They talk instead about the best and worst sitcom endings of all time - and offer their final thoughts about how to approach this noble urge to create and complete your fabulous sitcom. Comedy.co.ukIn this episode Dave and James weave together all the strands of the previous 221 to bring the podcast narrative to a pulsating climax... no they don't, this is sitcom where stories never end and people never grow. They talk instead about the best and worst sitcom endings of all time - and offer their final thoughts about how to approach this noble urge to create and complete your fabulous sitcom.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-221/ 61:00 British Comedy Guide no Looking back to when we began, back when people used to say "what's a podcast?". What has changed since 2015, and what's stayed the same? Dave and James look at the lessons learned (and mistakes repeated), featuring special guests our fabulous patrons. Looking back to when we began, back when people used to say "what's a podcast?". What has changed since 2015, and what's stayed the same? Dave and James look at the lessons learned (and mistakes repeated), featuring special guests our fabulous patrons. Comedy.co.ukLooking back to when we began, back when people used to say "what's a podcast?". What has changed since 2015, and what's stayed the same? Dave and James look at the lessons learned (and mistakes repeated), featuring special guests our fabulous patrons.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 08 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-220/ 47:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave talks to writers Dana Fainaru and Hamish Wright about their brilliant new comedy Significant Other, out now on ITVX. Plus writing for long running shows, building scenes and a refusal to get bogged down in the misery of supporting Leeds United. Dave talks to writers Dana Fainaru and Hamish Wright about their brilliant new comedy Significant Other, out now on ITVX. Plus writing for long running shows, building scenes and a refusal to get bogged down in the misery of supporting Leeds United. Comedy.co.ukDave talks to writers Dana Fainaru and Hamish Wright about their brilliant new comedy Significant Other, out now on ITVX. Plus writing for long running shows, building scenes and a refusal to get bogged down in the misery of supporting Leeds United.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 25 May 2023 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-219/ 59:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James discuss how to plan your next year of writing with purpose and intention - plus some surprising news about their own plans. Dave and James discuss how to plan your next year of writing with purpose and intention - plus some surprising news about their own plans. Comedy.co.ukDave and James discuss how to plan your next year of writing with purpose and intention - plus some surprising news about their own plans.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 11 May 2023 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-218/ 55:00 British Comedy Guide no Bravo BCG Pro! Dave and James debrief on the hugely successful Big Comedy Conference, concentrating on the commissioners and producers who offered a rare mix of realism and hope. Plus a nod to the simple pleasures of meeting actual Geekers in real life for the first time. Bravo BCG Pro! Dave and James debrief on the hugely successful Big Comedy Conference, concentrating on the commissioners and producers who offered a rare mix of realism and hope. Plus a nod to the simple pleasures of meeting actual Geekers in real life for the first time. Comedy.co.ukBravo BCG Pro! Dave and James debrief on the hugely successful Big Comedy Conference, concentrating on the commissioners and producers who offered a rare mix of realism and hope. Plus a nod to the simple pleasures of meeting actual Geekers in real life for the first time.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 27 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-217/ 67:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk to Britain's hottest comedy drama writing star Neil Forsyth about his latest hit show The Gold, the new series of brilliant comic drama Guilt, Samuel Beckett, Eric & Ernie - and his early start at the world's most famous comedy school, Bash Street. Dave and James talk to Britain's hottest comedy drama writing star Neil Forsyth about his latest hit show The Gold, the new series of brilliant comic drama Guilt, Samuel Beckett, Eric & Ernie - and his early start at the world's most famous comedy school, Bash Street. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk to Britain's hottest comedy drama writing star Neil Forsyth about his latest hit show The Gold, the new series of brilliant comic drama Guilt, Samuel Beckett, Eric & Ernie - and his early start at the world's most famous comedy school, Bash Street.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 13 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-216/ 50:00 British Comedy Guide no Bleak Expectations was an instant Radio 4 comedy hit and is now headed for the London stage... a mere 16 years later. Creator and writer Mark Evans talks Dave and James through the ups, downs, sideways, hope-crushing disappointments and finally triumphant arrival of the show to the West End. Bleak Expectations was an instant Radio 4 comedy hit and is now headed for the London stage... a mere 16 years later. Creator and writer Mark Evans talks Dave and James through the ups, downs, sideways, hope-crushing disappointments and finally triumphant arrival of the show to the West End. Comedy.co.ukBleak Expectations was an instant Radio 4 comedy hit and is now headed for the London stage... a mere 16 years later. Creator and writer Mark Evans talks Dave and James through the ups, downs, sideways, hope-crushing disappointments and finally triumphant arrival of the show to the West End.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 30 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-215/ 52:00 British Comedy Guide no There are quick wins to be had on your comedy writing career journey. And there'll be plenty of help with these at our upcoming weekend of Comedy Conferences. But as Dave and James explain, if you want a long lasting career you need ideas, purpose and a desire to help others. There are quick wins to be had on your comedy writing career journey. And there'll be plenty of help with these at our upcoming weekend of Comedy Conferences. But as Dave and James explain, if you want a long lasting career you need ideas, purpose and a desire to help others. Comedy.co.ukThere are quick wins to be had on your comedy writing career journey. And there'll be plenty of help with these at our upcoming weekend of Comedy Conferences. But as Dave and James explain, if you want a long lasting career you need ideas, purpose and a desire to help others.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 16 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-214/ 45:00 British Comedy Guide no Ooh listen - a podcast about why you should be thinking about making a podcast! No really, tonnes of useful advice about kickstarting your comedy career by writing for audio, listening to BBC Sounds and getting to know radio producers. Ooh listen - a podcast about why you should be thinking about making a podcast! No really, tonnes of useful advice about kickstarting your comedy career by writing for audio, listening to BBC Sounds and getting to know radio producers. Comedy.co.ukOoh listen - a podcast about why you should be thinking about making a podcast! No really, tonnes of useful advice about kickstarting your comedy career by writing for audio, listening to BBC Sounds and getting to know radio producers.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 02 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-213/ 51:00 British Comedy Guide no Writer, performer and founder of Female Pilot Club, Abigail Burdess, talks to Dave and James about the joy of getting your scripts in front of a crowd. Plus all the spooky news about her darkly comic debut novel Mother's Day - and why plotting books is not unlike stitching together your sitcom. Mother's Day is out now: http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/147229551X/comedyguide-21/ Dave's Sun-DIY Conference is on Sunday 23rd April. https://www.davecohen.org.uk/learn-to-write-comedy-daves-sun-diy-conference/ The show Abigail mentions at the start is Dinner For One. https://www.comedy.co.uk/features/comedy_chronicles/freddie-frinton-dinner-for-one/ Writer, performer and founder of Female Pilot Club, Abigail Burdess, talks to Dave and James about the joy of getting your scripts in front of a crowd. Plus all the spooky news about her darkly comic debut novel Mother's Day - and why plotting books is not unlike stitching together your sitcom. Mother's Day is out now: http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/147229551X/comedyguide-21/ Dave's Sun-DIY Conference is on Sunday 23rd April. https://www.davecohen.org.uk/learn-to-write-comedy-daves-sun-diy-conference/ The show Abigail mentions at the start is Dinner For One. https://www.comedy.co.uk/features/comedy_chronicles/freddie-frinton-dinner-for-one/ Comedy.co.ukWriter, performer and founder of Female Pilot Club, Abigail Burdess, talks to Dave and James about the joy of getting your scripts in front of a crowd. Plus all the spooky news about her darkly comic debut novel Mother's Day - and why plotting books is not unlike stitching together your sitcom. Mother's Day is out now: http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/147229551X/comedyguide-21/ Dave's Sun-DIY Conference is on Sunday 23rd April. https://www.davecohen.org.uk/learn-to-write-comedy-daves-sun-diy-conference/ The show Abigail mentions at the start is Dinner For One. https://www.comedy.co.uk/features/comedy_chronicles/freddie-frinton-dinner-for-one/Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 16 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-212/ 47:00 British Comedy Guide no It's a long time since Dave and James took a deep delve into the heart of storytelling. Find out why a flat tyre is not a plot. An inspector calls? Not a plot. What about when James blew eleven quid on an ill-fitting pair of designer trousers? Now we're getting somewhere. Our Geeky pair explain how to make stuff happen in your show. It's a long time since Dave and James took a deep delve into the heart of storytelling. Find out why a flat tyre is not a plot. An inspector calls? Not a plot. What about when James blew eleven quid on an ill-fitting pair of designer trousers? Now we're getting somewhere. Our Geeky pair explain how to make stuff happen in your show. Comedy.co.ukIt's a long time since Dave and James took a deep delve into the heart of storytelling. Find out why a flat tyre is not a plot. An inspector calls? Not a plot. What about when James blew eleven quid on an ill-fitting pair of designer trousers? Now we're getting somewhere. Our Geeky pair explain how to make stuff happen in your show.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 02 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-211/ 61:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk to writer, performer, stand-up and Buffering co-creator Steve Bugeja about driving with a murderer in your passenger seat, working with the most famous voice in the country... And what's left for Steve now he's achieved his life's ambition of appearing on his favourite podcast. Dave and James talk to writer, performer, stand-up and Buffering co-creator Steve Bugeja about driving with a murderer in your passenger seat, working with the most famous voice in the country... And what's left for Steve now he's achieved his life's ambition of appearing on his favourite podcast. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk to writer, performer, stand-up and Buffering co-creator Steve Bugeja about driving with a murderer in your passenger seat, working with the most famous voice in the country... And what's left for Steve now he's achieved his life's ambition of appearing on his favourite podcast.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 19 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-210/ 38:00 British Comedy Guide no Exciting news from the BBC: they're signing up 10 comedy writers, producers and directors to spend a year learning how to turn your ideas into actual programmes. Dave and James offer guidance for how to enter and tips to make your blurb stand out. And bring you up to date with the latest news from the BCG Pro comedy writers' conference. Be there or... no, no excuses, be there. BBC Bursary: https://www.bbc.co.uk/commissioning/comedy/comedy-collective-bursary/ Big Comedy Conference: https://www.comedy.co.uk/pro/conference/ Build A Script - from "I've got an idea" to "I've written a first draft" in 8 weeks - free copy here: https://www.davecohen.org.uk/ 14 Problems with your pilot https://jamescary.samcart.com/products/14-problems-pdf-webinar Dave and Dan's topical course: https://www.comedy.co.uk/pro/inside_track/return-of-topical-comedy-shows/ Exciting news from the BBC: they're signing up 10 comedy writers, producers and directors to spend a year learning how to turn your ideas into actual programmes. Dave and James offer guidance for how to enter and tips to make your blurb stand out. And bring you up to date with the latest news from the BCG Pro comedy writers' conference. Be there or... no, no excuses, be there. BBC Bursary: https://www.bbc.co.uk/commissioning/comedy/comedy-collective-bursary/ Big Comedy Conference: https://www.comedy.co.uk/pro/conference/ Build A Script - from "I've got an idea" to "I've written a first draft" in 8 weeks - free copy here: https://www.davecohen.org.uk/ 14 Problems with your pilot https://jamescary.samcart.com/products/14-problems-pdf-webinar Dave and Dan's topical course: https://www.comedy.co.uk/pro/inside_track/return-of-topical-comedy-shows/ Comedy.co.ukExciting news from the BBC: they're signing up 10 comedy writers, producers and directors to spend a year learning how to turn your ideas into actual programmes. Dave and James offer guidance for how to enter and tips to make your blurb stand out. And bring you up to date with the latest news from the BCG Pro comedy writers' conference. Be there or... no, no excuses, be there. BBC Bursary: https://www.bbc.co.uk/commissioning/comedy/comedy-collective-bursary/ Big Comedy Conference: https://www.comedy.co.uk/pro/conference/ Build A Script - from "I've got an idea" to "I've written a first draft" in 8 weeks - free copy here: https://www.davecohen.org.uk/ 14 Problems with your pilot https://jamescary.samcart.com/products/14-problems-pdf-webinar Dave and Dan's topical course: https://www.comedy.co.uk/pro/inside_track/return-of-topical-comedy-shows/Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 05 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-209/ 42:00 British Comedy Guide no What do you want to achieve this year? Still chasing the dream? Is it even the same dream that you think you want? There are still plenty of ways to succeed, as James says "as long as people like laughing and they like watching television". What do you want to achieve this year? Still chasing the dream? Is it even the same dream that you think you want? There are still plenty of ways to succeed, as James says "as long as people like laughing and they like watching television". Comedy.co.ukWhat do you want to achieve this year? Still chasing the dream? Is it even the same dream that you think you want? There are still plenty of ways to succeed, as James says "as long as people like laughing and they like watching television".Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 22 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-208/ 60:00 British Comedy Guide no Christmas and Sitcom. Two words that go together like turkey and stuffing. There are more than 300 Christmas sitcom specials and in this episode Dave and James unwrap their favourites with Pozzitive radio producer David Tyler and the actor Laura Aikman, who has appeared in a few great Christmas episodes herself (including Gavin & Stacey). What makes a great Christmas special? And why do we love them so much? Christmas and Sitcom. Two words that go together like turkey and stuffing. There are more than 300 Christmas sitcom specials and in this episode Dave and James unwrap their favourites with Pozzitive radio producer David Tyler and the actor Laura Aikman, who has appeared in a few great Christmas episodes herself (including Gavin & Stacey). What makes a great Christmas special? And why do we love them so much? Comedy.co.ukChristmas and Sitcom. Two words that go together like turkey and stuffing. There are more than 300 Christmas sitcom specials and in this episode Dave and James unwrap their favourites with Pozzitive radio producer David Tyler and the actor Laura Aikman, who has appeared in a few great Christmas episodes herself (including Gavin & Stacey). What makes a great Christmas special? And why do we love them so much?Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 08 Dec 2022 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-207/ 45:00 British Comedy Guide no Ever get one of those days where it's just not happening? Days that turn into weeks... Dave and James confront the bane of the new writer's life, offer ways and means of pushing through it, and dare to suggest that it might not be a thing at all. Ever get one of those days where it's just not happening? Days that turn into weeks... Dave and James confront the bane of the new writer's life, offer ways and means of pushing through it, and dare to suggest that it might not be a thing at all. Comedy.co.ukEver get one of those days where it's just not happening? Days that turn into weeks... Dave and James confront the bane of the new writer's life, offer ways and means of pushing through it, and dare to suggest that it might not be a thing at all.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 24 Nov 2022 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-206/ 34:00 British Comedy Guide no Part 2 of our wide-ranging chat with top comedy drama writer Lisa Holdsworth (Call The Midwife, New Tricks, All Creatures Great And Small) with advice to new writers, the joys and perils of show running and the importance of the Writers' Guild, which she currently chairs. Part 2 of our wide-ranging chat with top comedy drama writer Lisa Holdsworth (Call The Midwife, New Tricks, All Creatures Great And Small) with advice to new writers, the joys and perils of show running and the importance of the Writers' Guild, which she currently chairs. Comedy.co.ukPart 2 of our wide-ranging chat with top comedy drama writer Lisa Holdsworth (Call The Midwife, New Tricks, All Creatures Great And Small) with advice to new writers, the joys and perils of show running and the importance of the Writers' Guild, which she currently chairs.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 10 Nov 2022 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-205/ 40:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk to the brilliant comedy drama writer Lisa Holdsworth. What is comedy drama? If anyone knows Lisa does, she's written loads of them - New Tricks, Call The Midwife, All Creatures Great And Small. Tonnes of great advice if you're planning to enter the BBC Writersroom call for Comedy Drama Scripts. Dave and James talk to the brilliant comedy drama writer Lisa Holdsworth. What is comedy drama? If anyone knows Lisa does, she's written loads of them - New Tricks, Call The Midwife, All Creatures Great And Small. Tonnes of great advice if you're planning to enter the BBC Writersroom call for Comedy Drama Scripts. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk to the brilliant comedy drama writer Lisa Holdsworth. What is comedy drama? If anyone knows Lisa does, she's written loads of them - New Tricks, Call The Midwife, All Creatures Great And Small. Tonnes of great advice if you're planning to enter the BBC Writersroom call for Comedy Drama Scripts.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 27 Oct 2022 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-204/ 46:00 British Comedy Guide no Join James for this exclusive interview with Dave Cohen, whose new improved second edition of the indispensable Complete Comedy Writer is published on 21st November. Hear what happens when James throws random sitcom writing questions across the table to his co-host. Our first non-Zoom show for two years. Join James for this exclusive interview with Dave Cohen, whose new improved second edition of the indispensable Complete Comedy Writer is published on 21st November. Hear what happens when James throws random sitcom writing questions across the table to his co-host. Our first non-Zoom show for two years. Comedy.co.ukJoin James for this exclusive interview with Dave Cohen, whose new improved second edition of the indispensable Complete Comedy Writer is published on 21st November. Hear what happens when James throws random sitcom writing questions across the table to his co-host. Our first non-Zoom show for two years.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 13 Oct 2022 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-203/ 61:00 British Comedy Guide no Fascinating chat with Scott Dikkers, legendary creator of The Onion. His is a great story of how someone with no connections to the comedy world can break in and create their own niche. This episode is packed with helpful insights from his excellent How To Write Funny trilogy of comedy writing books. Fascinating chat with Scott Dikkers, legendary creator of The Onion. His is a great story of how someone with no connections to the comedy world can break in and create their own niche. This episode is packed with helpful insights from his excellent How To Write Funny trilogy of comedy writing books. Comedy.co.ukFascinating chat with Scott Dikkers, legendary creator of The Onion. His is a great story of how someone with no connections to the comedy world can break in and create their own niche. This episode is packed with helpful insights from his excellent How To Write Funny trilogy of comedy writing books.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 29 Sep 2022 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-202/ 42:00 British Comedy Guide no Producers, commissioners, script readers - everyone tells you what they want more than anything from a script is to hear "your authentic voice". What do they mean by that? The answer is different for everyone. Dave and James offer tips to help bring you closer to finding yours. Yes that means you! And you. Every single one of you. Producers, commissioners, script readers - everyone tells you what they want more than anything from a script is to hear "your authentic voice". What do they mean by that? The answer is different for everyone. Dave and James offer tips to help bring you closer to finding yours. Yes that means you! And you. Every single one of you. Comedy.co.ukProducers, commissioners, script readers - everyone tells you what they want more than anything from a script is to hear "your authentic voice". What do they mean by that? The answer is different for everyone. Dave and James offer tips to help bring you closer to finding yours. Yes that means you! And you. Every single one of you.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 15 Sep 2022 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-201/ 51:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk two-minute-movies with the queen of sketchwriting Gemma Arrowsmith, best known for her work with Tracey Ullman and whose new Radio 4 series begins next week. Gemma knows everything about how to write comedy sketches and she wants to share her knowledge with YOU. Dave and James talk two-minute-movies with the queen of sketchwriting Gemma Arrowsmith, best known for her work with Tracey Ullman and whose new Radio 4 series begins next week. Gemma knows everything about how to write comedy sketches and she wants to share her knowledge with YOU. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk two-minute-movies with the queen of sketchwriting Gemma Arrowsmith, best known for her work with Tracey Ullman and whose new Radio 4 series begins next week. Gemma knows everything about how to write comedy sketches and she wants to share her knowledge with YOU.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 01 Sep 2022 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode-200/ 59:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave are joined by a gang of Geekers to celebrate the first 200 episodes. A deep but fun discussion about credits, com dram and commissioners. Where things were when we began in 2015, where they are now and where they're going for comedy writers. James and Dave are joined by a gang of Geekers to celebrate the first 200 episodes. A deep but fun discussion about credits, com dram and commissioners. Where things were when we began in 2015, where they are now and where they're going for comedy writers. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave are joined by a gang of Geekers to celebrate the first 200 episodes. A deep but fun discussion about credits, com dram and commissioners. Where things were when we began in 2015, where they are now and where they're going for comedy writers.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 18 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_199/ 42:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave's been in Edinburgh to see the first full on Fringe since 2019. What's changed? What hasn't? And what's all the fuss about Jerry Sadowitz? Dave's been in Edinburgh to see the first full on Fringe since 2019. What's changed? What hasn't? And what's all the fuss about Jerry Sadowitz? Comedy.co.ukDave's been in Edinburgh to see the first full on Fringe since 2019. What's changed? What hasn't? And what's all the fuss about Jerry Sadowitz?Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 04 Aug 2022 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_198/ 43:00 British Comedy Guide no The simple answer is "it's what BBC Writersroom are looking for this November." Dave and James return to this tricky question to help you work out your best strategy for entering the competition - with extra helpful advice from top writers who excel at the form. Submissions open Wednesday 9 November and close Wednesday 7 December 2022. Details here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/writersroom/opportunities/send-a-script/ Sign up for Dave's fortnight of free emails (15-26 August) "What Is Comedy Drama?" davec@bindman.net The simple answer is "it's what BBC Writersroom are looking for this November." Dave and James return to this tricky question to help you work out your best strategy for entering the competition - with extra helpful advice from top writers who excel at the form. Submissions open Wednesday 9 November and close Wednesday 7 December 2022. Details here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/writersroom/opportunities/send-a-script/ Sign up for Dave's fortnight of free emails (15-26 August) "What Is Comedy Drama?" davec@bindman.net Comedy.co.ukThe simple answer is "it's what BBC Writersroom are looking for this November." Dave and James return to this tricky question to help you work out your best strategy for entering the competition - with extra helpful advice from top writers who excel at the form. Submissions open Wednesday 9 November and close Wednesday 7 December 2022. Details here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/writersroom/opportunities/send-a-script/ Sign up for Dave's fortnight of free emails (15-26 August) "What Is Comedy Drama?" davec@bindman.netSitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 21 Jul 2022 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_197/ 53:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James welcome back the kings of DIY moviemaking Danny Stack and Tim Clague. Fresh from their triumphant week at the Cannes Film Festival, the UK Scriptwriters team talk about making your own shows, selling them abroad, and how to make a name for yourself even if you don't know anyone in the business. Dave and James welcome back the kings of DIY moviemaking Danny Stack and Tim Clague. Fresh from their triumphant week at the Cannes Film Festival, the UK Scriptwriters team talk about making your own shows, selling them abroad, and how to make a name for yourself even if you don't know anyone in the business. Comedy.co.ukDave and James welcome back the kings of DIY moviemaking Danny Stack and Tim Clague. Fresh from their triumphant week at the Cannes Film Festival, the UK Scriptwriters team talk about making your own shows, selling them abroad, and how to make a name for yourself even if you don't know anyone in the business.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 07 Jul 2022 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_196/ 44:00 British Comedy Guide no Commissioners say they love them, they remain hugely popular, nobody's writing them. Surely the answer is obviously yes yes yes! Dave and James think so but be aware of the high risks - and you'll need to think creatively about pitching the idea. Commissioners say they love them, they remain hugely popular, nobody's writing them. Surely the answer is obviously yes yes yes! Dave and James think so but be aware of the high risks - and you'll need to think creatively about pitching the idea. Comedy.co.ukCommissioners say they love them, they remain hugely popular, nobody's writing them. Surely the answer is obviously yes yes yes! Dave and James think so but be aware of the high risks - and you'll need to think creatively about pitching the idea.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 23 Jun 2022 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_195/ 32:00 British Comedy Guide no In Part 2 of the interview, Ashley Pharoah, co-creator of Life On Mars, explains the eight years of development that preceded the hit drama, and how it literally involved bags of money. And entertains us with tales of his other top-rated shows and, ah, Bonekickers. In Part 2 of the interview, Ashley Pharoah, co-creator of Life On Mars, explains the eight years of development that preceded the hit drama, and how it literally involved bags of money. And entertains us with tales of his other top-rated shows and, ah, Bonekickers. Comedy.co.ukIn Part 2 of the interview, Ashley Pharoah, co-creator of Life On Mars, explains the eight years of development that preceded the hit drama, and how it literally involved bags of money. And entertains us with tales of his other top-rated shows and, ah, Bonekickers.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 09 Jun 2022 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_194/ 41:00 British Comedy Guide no There most certainly was for Ashley Pharoah, who went on to co-create of Life On Mars, one of the best comic drama series of the last 20 years. In Part 1, he talks about breaking into the industry through writing for soaps and making his own stuff, including Where The Heart Is and Around The World In Eighty Days. There most certainly was for Ashley Pharoah, who went on to co-create of Life On Mars, one of the best comic drama series of the last 20 years. In Part 1, he talks about breaking into the industry through writing for soaps and making his own stuff, including Where The Heart Is and Around The World In Eighty Days. Comedy.co.ukThere most certainly was for Ashley Pharoah, who went on to co-create of Life On Mars, one of the best comic drama series of the last 20 years. In Part 1, he talks about breaking into the industry through writing for soaps and making his own stuff, including Where The Heart Is and Around The World In Eighty Days.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 26 May 2022 08:10:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_193/ 52:00 British Comedy Guide no Writing topical jokes for radio is one of the fastest ways to build your credits and get to know producers. With The Skewer winning bucketloads of awards, Scotland's Breaking The News and now a new Radio 4 Extra show DMs Are Open, there's never been a better time to write topical comedy. Learn the secrets of successful gag writing from Dave and James, and regular topical writers Dan Sweryt and Eleanor Hayward. Writing topical jokes for radio is one of the fastest ways to build your credits and get to know producers. With The Skewer winning bucketloads of awards, Scotland's Breaking The News and now a new Radio 4 Extra show DMs Are Open, there's never been a better time to write topical comedy. Learn the secrets of successful gag writing from Dave and James, and regular topical writers Dan Sweryt and Eleanor Hayward. Comedy.co.ukWriting topical jokes for radio is one of the fastest ways to build your credits and get to know producers. With The Skewer winning bucketloads of awards, Scotland's Breaking The News and now a new Radio 4 Extra show DMs Are Open, there's never been a better time to write topical comedy. Learn the secrets of successful gag writing from Dave and James, and regular topical writers Dan Sweryt and Eleanor Hayward.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 12 May 2022 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_192/ 53:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk about... talking. How do you bring your comic conversations to life? What gets left out? How do you make it funny? And find out which hugely famous TV writer calls dialogue "the least important part of my job". Dave and James talk about... talking. How do you bring your comic conversations to life? What gets left out? How do you make it funny? And find out which hugely famous TV writer calls dialogue "the least important part of my job". Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk about... talking. How do you bring your comic conversations to life? What gets left out? How do you make it funny? And find out which hugely famous TV writer calls dialogue "the least important part of my job".Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 28 Apr 2022 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_191/ 58:00 British Comedy Guide no Creator of the great comedy monster Martin Fishback, Fergus Craig talks about his early love for Mr Bean, the Edinburgh hit double act of Fergus & Colin, and tries to persuade James that Reeves and Mortimer are the business. Watch the Martin Fishback pilot on iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0014bxd/martin-fishback "Build A Sitcom" begins Friday 6 May. Email funnyup02@gmail.com Stand Up, Barry Goldman is now available to download. Sign up for the Situation Room Newsletter for more info on Kickstart Your Sitcom on 30th May: https://prodigious-trailblazer-4053.ck.page/b2bdfd5a77 Creator of the great comedy monster Martin Fishback, Fergus Craig talks about his early love for Mr Bean, the Edinburgh hit double act of Fergus & Colin, and tries to persuade James that Reeves and Mortimer are the business. Watch the Martin Fishback pilot on iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0014bxd/martin-fishback "Build A Sitcom" begins Friday 6 May. Email funnyup02@gmail.com Stand Up, Barry Goldman is now available to download. Sign up for the Situation Room Newsletter for more info on Kickstart Your Sitcom on 30th May: https://prodigious-trailblazer-4053.ck.page/b2bdfd5a77 Comedy.co.ukCreator of the great comedy monster Martin Fishback, Fergus Craig talks about his early love for Mr Bean, the Edinburgh hit double act of Fergus & Colin, and tries to persuade James that Reeves and Mortimer are the business. Watch the Martin Fishback pilot on iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0014bxd/martin-fishback "Build A Sitcom" begins Friday 6 May. Email funnyup02@gmail.com Stand Up, Barry Goldman is now available to download. Sign up for the Situation Room Newsletter for more info on Kickstart Your Sitcom on 30th May: https://prodigious-trailblazer-4053.ck.page/b2bdfd5a77Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 14 Apr 2022 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_190/ 38:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk to Hat Trick boss Jimmy Mulville about his decades of phenomenal comedy success, developing new writing talent and why you should never send him a substandard script. Dave and James talk to Hat Trick boss Jimmy Mulville about his decades of phenomenal comedy success, developing new writing talent and why you should never send him a substandard script. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk to Hat Trick boss Jimmy Mulville about his decades of phenomenal comedy success, developing new writing talent and why you should never send him a substandard script.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 31 Mar 2022 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_189/ 32:00 British Comedy Guide no Part 2 of the advice-packed interview from Daniel Peak, one of our most successful sitcom creators. Code 404, Not Going Out - and he's not afraid to talk about the ones that got away. This week, Daniel heroically relives Big Top, an episode or six of what happens when a sitcom fails to please the Lords of TV Criticism. Part 2 of the advice-packed interview from Daniel Peak, one of our most successful sitcom creators. Code 404, Not Going Out - and he's not afraid to talk about the ones that got away. This week, Daniel heroically relives Big Top, an episode or six of what happens when a sitcom fails to please the Lords of TV Criticism. Comedy.co.ukPart 2 of the advice-packed interview from Daniel Peak, one of our most successful sitcom creators. Code 404, Not Going Out - and he's not afraid to talk about the ones that got away. This week, Daniel heroically relives Big Top, an episode or six of what happens when a sitcom fails to please the Lords of TV Criticism.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 17 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_188/ 44:00 British Comedy Guide no ...announced in this week's bonus episode. Dave and James discuss what made it onto the shortlist, how the quality of scripts has improved in recent years and why the future of narrative sitcom is hopefully assured. (And congratulations to Lloyd Glanville for the winning script Unsustainable). For show notes see https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_188/ ...announced in this week's bonus episode. Dave and James discuss what made it onto the shortlist, how the quality of scripts has improved in recent years and why the future of narrative sitcom is hopefully assured. (And congratulations to Lloyd Glanville for the winning script Unsustainable). For show notes see https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_188/ Comedy.co.uk...announced in this week's bonus episode. Dave and James discuss what made it onto the shortlist, how the quality of scripts has improved in recent years and why the future of narrative sitcom is hopefully assured. (And congratulations to Lloyd Glanville for the winning script Unsustainable). For show notes see https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_188/Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 10 Mar 2022 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_187/ 35:00 British Comedy Guide no Part 1 of our deeply insightful natter with brilliant sitcom writer Danny Peak, regular writer on Not Going Out and creator of one of Sky's most popular comedies, Code 404. Part 1 of our deeply insightful natter with brilliant sitcom writer Danny Peak, regular writer on Not Going Out and creator of one of Sky's most popular comedies, Code 404. Comedy.co.ukPart 1 of our deeply insightful natter with brilliant sitcom writer Danny Peak, regular writer on Not Going Out and creator of one of Sky's most popular comedies, Code 404.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 24 Feb 2022 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_186/ 51:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave have read your Hat Trick Script Competition Scripts and here are the headlines: 1. It really is hard. 2. Thanks so much for sending them in. Oh and a few thoughts about mockumentaries, sociopaths and the language of sitcom scripts. James and Dave have read your Hat Trick Script Competition Scripts and here are the headlines: 1. It really is hard. 2. Thanks so much for sending them in. Oh and a few thoughts about mockumentaries, sociopaths and the language of sitcom scripts. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave have read your Hat Trick Script Competition Scripts and here are the headlines: 1. It really is hard. 2. Thanks so much for sending them in. Oh and a few thoughts about mockumentaries, sociopaths and the language of sitcom scripts.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 10 Feb 2022 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_185/ 51:00 British Comedy Guide no Currently one of our most successful comedy writers, Georgia Pritchett talks to Dave and James about the long road to success, working virtually in LA and making Armando laugh. Currently one of our most successful comedy writers, Georgia Pritchett talks to Dave and James about the long road to success, working virtually in LA and making Armando laugh. Comedy.co.ukCurrently one of our most successful comedy writers, Georgia Pritchett talks to Dave and James about the long road to success, working virtually in LA and making Armando laugh.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 27 Jan 2022 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_184/ 44:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave reports back from his first two years of trying to become a novelist, and details the ups and downs of starting a new writing career. Warning: includes ignorance about the industry, misplaced arrogance and emotional attachment to worn out old ideas. Dave reports back from his first two years of trying to become a novelist, and details the ups and downs of starting a new writing career. Warning: includes ignorance about the industry, misplaced arrogance and emotional attachment to worn out old ideas. Comedy.co.ukDave reports back from his first two years of trying to become a novelist, and details the ups and downs of starting a new writing career. Warning: includes ignorance about the industry, misplaced arrogance and emotional attachment to worn out old ideas.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 13 Jan 2022 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_183/ 41:00 British Comedy Guide no Work deep, build habits. Dave and James return from the break with great ideas to improve your writing productivity and increase fun. Plus a great new topical opportunity for 2022. Work deep, build habits. Dave and James return from the break with great ideas to improve your writing productivity and increase fun. Plus a great new topical opportunity for 2022. Comedy.co.ukWork deep, build habits. Dave and James return from the break with great ideas to improve your writing productivity and increase fun. Plus a great new topical opportunity for 2022.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 30 Dec 2021 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_182/ 56:00 British Comedy Guide no Make 2022 The Year Of The Comedy Writer. James and Dave offer a great guide for ensuring that next year is your best for writing yet. Includes hopes and goals, brutal frankness and the number one key to comedy writing success. Make 2022 The Year Of The Comedy Writer. James and Dave offer a great guide for ensuring that next year is your best for writing yet. Includes hopes and goals, brutal frankness and the number one key to comedy writing success. Comedy.co.ukMake 2022 The Year Of The Comedy Writer. James and Dave offer a great guide for ensuring that next year is your best for writing yet. Includes hopes and goals, brutal frankness and the number one key to comedy writing success.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 16 Dec 2021 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_181/ 52:00 British Comedy Guide no Still time to polish that Hat Trick sitcom script to perfection. In this episode we answer your last-minute queries. What's a self-contained episode? How do we introduce characters? How much rewriting should we do? How can we be sure you won't steal your ideas? (SPOILER: we won't) Still time to polish that Hat Trick sitcom script to perfection. In this episode we answer your last-minute queries. What's a self-contained episode? How do we introduce characters? How much rewriting should we do? How can we be sure you won't steal your ideas? (SPOILER: we won't) Comedy.co.ukStill time to polish that Hat Trick sitcom script to perfection. In this episode we answer your last-minute queries. What's a self-contained episode? How do we introduce characters? How much rewriting should we do? How can we be sure you won't steal your ideas? (SPOILER: we won't)Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 02 Dec 2021 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_180/ 41:00 British Comedy Guide no The Hat Trick Sitcom Script competition window is now open. Brrr! You've got five weeks to bash that script into shape. Everyone talks about the first ten pages but how do you write the end? James and Dave explain why "it's not about the pumpkins." The Hat Trick Sitcom Script competition window is now open. Brrr! You've got five weeks to bash that script into shape. Everyone talks about the first ten pages but how do you write the end? James and Dave explain why "it's not about the pumpkins." Comedy.co.ukThe Hat Trick Sitcom Script competition window is now open. Brrr! You've got five weeks to bash that script into shape. Everyone talks about the first ten pages but how do you write the end? James and Dave explain why "it's not about the pumpkins."Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 18 Nov 2021 13:40:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_179/ 43:00 British Comedy Guide no Good news - TV's top comedy commissioners want the same as we do for our Hat Trick Sitcom Script Competition. Dave and James discuss Broadcast magazine's Commissioners Panel meet in which Channel 4, Sky and UKTV are all asking for broad, multi-generational, family-like sitcoms by new writers, and not a narrative arc in sight. Plus details of when to send us your scripts. And how to make the leap from episode outline to first draft. James's Sitcom Supercharged online course is here https://jamescary.samcart.com/products/sitcom-supercharged Also: if you want to sign up for Dave's free email series Make 2022 The Year Of Your Comedy Career write to funnyup02@gmail.com Good news - TV's top comedy commissioners want the same as we do for our Hat Trick Sitcom Script Competition. Dave and James discuss Broadcast magazine's Commissioners Panel meet in which Channel 4, Sky and UKTV are all asking for broad, multi-generational, family-like sitcoms by new writers, and not a narrative arc in sight. Plus details of when to send us your scripts. And how to make the leap from episode outline to first draft. James's Sitcom Supercharged online course is here https://jamescary.samcart.com/products/sitcom-supercharged Also: if you want to sign up for Dave's free email series Make 2022 The Year Of Your Comedy Career write to funnyup02@gmail.com Comedy.co.ukGood news - TV's top comedy commissioners want the same as we do for our Hat Trick Sitcom Script Competition. Dave and James discuss Broadcast magazine's Commissioners Panel meet in which Channel 4, Sky and UKTV are all asking for broad, multi-generational, family-like sitcoms by new writers, and not a narrative arc in sight. Plus details of when to send us your scripts. And how to make the leap from episode outline to first draft. James's Sitcom Supercharged online course is here https://jamescary.samcart.com/products/sitcom-supercharged Also: if you want to sign up for Dave's free email series Make 2022 The Year Of Your Comedy Career write to funnyup02@gmail.comSitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 04 Nov 2021 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_178/ 45:00 British Comedy Guide no You've got two months to write your script for our Hat Trick Sitcom Contest. In this episode Dave and James talk about the pros and cons of setting your sitcom at work, home, in outer space or the land of the fairies. Find out which settings are most likely to work for this particular competition. You've got two months to write your script for our Hat Trick Sitcom Contest. In this episode Dave and James talk about the pros and cons of setting your sitcom at work, home, in outer space or the land of the fairies. Find out which settings are most likely to work for this particular competition. Comedy.co.ukYou've got two months to write your script for our Hat Trick Sitcom Contest. In this episode Dave and James talk about the pros and cons of setting your sitcom at work, home, in outer space or the land of the fairies. Find out which settings are most likely to work for this particular competition.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 21 Oct 2021 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_177/ 44:00 British Comedy Guide no Exciting news - today Sitcom Geeks launch our Sitcom Script Competition in association with the mighty Hat Trick and BCG Pro - with £1000 for the winning script. What we're looking for, what we're not looking for, why it's free to enter and what to do next, all discussed in breathless excited detail by James and Dave. Competition website: www.comedy.co.uk/hattrick Exciting news - today Sitcom Geeks launch our Sitcom Script Competition in association with the mighty Hat Trick and BCG Pro - with £1000 for the winning script. What we're looking for, what we're not looking for, why it's free to enter and what to do next, all discussed in breathless excited detail by James and Dave. Competition website: www.comedy.co.uk/hattrick Comedy.co.ukExciting news - today Sitcom Geeks launch our Sitcom Script Competition in association with the mighty Hat Trick and BCG Pro - with £1000 for the winning script. What we're looking for, what we're not looking for, why it's free to enter and what to do next, all discussed in breathless excited detail by James and Dave. Competition website: www.comedy.co.uk/hattrickSitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 07 Oct 2021 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_176/ 56:00 British Comedy Guide no Stuart Goldsmith is a great stand-up and host of the superb long-running podcast examining what makes people funny. Great advice for freeing yourself up, going to Edinburgh "every show this year was a work in progress". And a searingly honest examination of his own favourite question "why aren't I more successful?". Stuart Goldsmith is a great stand-up and host of the superb long-running podcast examining what makes people funny. Great advice for freeing yourself up, going to Edinburgh "every show this year was a work in progress". And a searingly honest examination of his own favourite question "why aren't I more successful?". Comedy.co.ukStuart Goldsmith is a great stand-up and host of the superb long-running podcast examining what makes people funny. Great advice for freeing yourself up, going to Edinburgh "every show this year was a work in progress". And a searingly honest examination of his own favourite question "why aren't I more successful?".Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 23 Sep 2021 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_175/ 52:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James go deep into smelling the flowers, keeping perspective and learning to love Bill Gates - all of which can help you to become better comedy writers. Also exciting news about the autumn's topical shows The Skewer and Breaking The News. Dave and James go deep into smelling the flowers, keeping perspective and learning to love Bill Gates - all of which can help you to become better comedy writers. Also exciting news about the autumn's topical shows The Skewer and Breaking The News. Comedy.co.ukDave and James go deep into smelling the flowers, keeping perspective and learning to love Bill Gates - all of which can help you to become better comedy writers. Also exciting news about the autumn's topical shows The Skewer and Breaking The News.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 09 Sep 2021 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_174/ 59:00 British Comedy Guide no Top comedy writing teachers Chris Head and Kay Stonham join Dave and James with great tips for how to develop your career. A big shout out for the solo comedy writers in this age of the comedy-performer, understanding there's room for everyone - plus The Joy Of Sketch, and the excellent 'Big hat little hat' theory of comedy writing. Top comedy writing teachers Chris Head and Kay Stonham join Dave and James with great tips for how to develop your career. A big shout out for the solo comedy writers in this age of the comedy-performer, understanding there's room for everyone - plus The Joy Of Sketch, and the excellent 'Big hat little hat' theory of comedy writing. Comedy.co.ukTop comedy writing teachers Chris Head and Kay Stonham join Dave and James with great tips for how to develop your career. A big shout out for the solo comedy writers in this age of the comedy-performer, understanding there's room for everyone - plus The Joy Of Sketch, and the excellent 'Big hat little hat' theory of comedy writing.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 26 Aug 2021 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_173/ 38:00 British Comedy Guide no You've created a great character - congratulations! Now all you need to do is create another, and another, and build your stories around them. This episode Dave and James delve deep into creating relationships between characters. You've created a great character - congratulations! Now all you need to do is create another, and another, and build your stories around them. This episode Dave and James delve deep into creating relationships between characters. Comedy.co.ukYou've created a great character - congratulations! Now all you need to do is create another, and another, and build your stories around them. This episode Dave and James delve deep into creating relationships between characters.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 12 Aug 2021 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_172/ 54:00 British Comedy Guide no Writer John Vorhaus has been teaching us how to do comedy for decades - his 1994 Comic Toolbox is one of the oldest and best guides for sitcom writers and this episode is PACKED with profound knowledge and glittering jewels of advice. Writer John Vorhaus has been teaching us how to do comedy for decades - his 1994 Comic Toolbox is one of the oldest and best guides for sitcom writers and this episode is PACKED with profound knowledge and glittering jewels of advice. Comedy.co.ukWriter John Vorhaus has been teaching us how to do comedy for decades - his 1994 Comic Toolbox is one of the oldest and best guides for sitcom writers and this episode is PACKED with profound knowledge and glittering jewels of advice.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 29 Jul 2021 08:45:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_171/ 47:00 British Comedy Guide no You can find a million books, blogs and vids about how to make that first draft sparkle - but hardly a word about the next step. This episode James and Dave fill the chasm and offer tips on how to turn your possibly-not-yet-perfect work into something special. You can find a million books, blogs and vids about how to make that first draft sparkle - but hardly a word about the next step. This episode James and Dave fill the chasm and offer tips on how to turn your possibly-not-yet-perfect work into something special. Comedy.co.ukYou can find a million books, blogs and vids about how to make that first draft sparkle - but hardly a word about the next step. This episode James and Dave fill the chasm and offer tips on how to turn your possibly-not-yet-perfect work into something special.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 15 Jul 2021 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_170/ 48:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave explain what's needed in the final steps before you write the first draft of your script. Plus comedy news - the backlash against the government's Channel 4 sell-off and Life Of Brian - The Musical. James and Dave explain what's needed in the final steps before you write the first draft of your script. Plus comedy news - the backlash against the government's Channel 4 sell-off and Life Of Brian - The Musical. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave explain what's needed in the final steps before you write the first draft of your script. Plus comedy news - the backlash against the government's Channel 4 sell-off and Life Of Brian - The Musical.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 01 Jul 2021 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_169/ 66:00 British Comedy Guide no Last year David Tyler of Pozzitive Productions asked for your radio sitcom scripts. 600 competition entries later he joins Dave and James, armed with masses of encouraging help and advice - and hopefully some positive news for the winners. Last year David Tyler of Pozzitive Productions asked for your radio sitcom scripts. 600 competition entries later he joins Dave and James, armed with masses of encouraging help and advice - and hopefully some positive news for the winners. Comedy.co.ukLast year David Tyler of Pozzitive Productions asked for your radio sitcom scripts. 600 competition entries later he joins Dave and James, armed with masses of encouraging help and advice - and hopefully some positive news for the winners.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 17 Jun 2021 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_168/ 48:00 British Comedy Guide no If you thought the Bible was a proper serious tome, prepare to have your viewpoint challenged by James's new book The Gospel According To A Sitcom Writer. Also in this episode, Dave explains why there has never been a better time to think about writing for Children's TV. If you thought the Bible was a proper serious tome, prepare to have your viewpoint challenged by James's new book The Gospel According To A Sitcom Writer. Also in this episode, Dave explains why there has never been a better time to think about writing for Children's TV. Comedy.co.ukIf you thought the Bible was a proper serious tome, prepare to have your viewpoint challenged by James's new book The Gospel According To A Sitcom Writer. Also in this episode, Dave explains why there has never been a better time to think about writing for Children's TV.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 03 Jun 2021 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_167/ 51:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave talks about his debut novel Stand Up, Barry Goldman ("funny and fascinating, a lovely tale" Jo Brand) out on 8 June, and he and James discuss sitcom story arcs - who needs 'em? Dave talks about his debut novel Stand Up, Barry Goldman ("funny and fascinating, a lovely tale" Jo Brand) out on 8 June, and he and James discuss sitcom story arcs - who needs 'em? Comedy.co.ukDave talks about his debut novel Stand Up, Barry Goldman ("funny and fascinating, a lovely tale" Jo Brand) out on 8 June, and he and James discuss sitcom story arcs - who needs 'em?Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 20 May 2021 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_166/ 65:00 British Comedy Guide no Sketches are BACK! Charlie Dinkin and Ben Sutton talk about comedy quickies and Daddy's Super Yacht TV, a production company focused on making online and TV sketches. They're joined by Becca Bain and Alex Garrick-Wright, winners of Dave's Making A Scene Of It competition. Tons of inspiring information and advice about how to be short, sharp and silly. Sketches are BACK! Charlie Dinkin and Ben Sutton talk about comedy quickies and Daddy's Super Yacht TV, a production company focused on making online and TV sketches. They're joined by Becca Bain and Alex Garrick-Wright, winners of Dave's Making A Scene Of It competition. Tons of inspiring information and advice about how to be short, sharp and silly. Comedy.co.ukSketches are BACK! Charlie Dinkin and Ben Sutton talk about comedy quickies and Daddy's Super Yacht TV, a production company focused on making online and TV sketches. They're joined by Becca Bain and Alex Garrick-Wright, winners of Dave's Making A Scene Of It competition. Tons of inspiring information and advice about how to be short, sharp and silly.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 06 May 2021 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_165/ 50:00 British Comedy Guide no Sitcom Geeks/BCG Pro Script Challenge winner Peter C Hayward took our advice, went out there and made a pilot of his radio sitcom. Yes, it can be done! He tells Dave and James how he created the show during lockdown, and how with the help of Kickstarter he's planning to make the whole series. Ever wondered what happened to the co-creator of Phoebe's Smelly Cats? Peter has the answer. Listen to Night Crew here: https://www.nightcrewpodcast.com/ Sitcom Geeks/BCG Pro Script Challenge winner Peter C Hayward took our advice, went out there and made a pilot of his radio sitcom. Yes, it can be done! He tells Dave and James how he created the show during lockdown, and how with the help of Kickstarter he's planning to make the whole series. Ever wondered what happened to the co-creator of Phoebe's Smelly Cats? Peter has the answer. Listen to Night Crew here: https://www.nightcrewpodcast.com/ Comedy.co.ukSitcom Geeks/BCG Pro Script Challenge winner Peter C Hayward took our advice, went out there and made a pilot of his radio sitcom. Yes, it can be done! He tells Dave and James how he created the show during lockdown, and how with the help of Kickstarter he's planning to make the whole series. Ever wondered what happened to the co-creator of Phoebe's Smelly Cats? Peter has the answer. Listen to Night Crew here: https://www.nightcrewpodcast.com/Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 22 Apr 2021 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_164/ 46:00 British Comedy Guide no As viewing habits change, we have to find new ways to hook our viewers. Dave and James talk about big entrances, life changing starts, tough choices and when you should have sex on a bus. Plus why it's vital you should 'go' to Edinburgh this summer. As viewing habits change, we have to find new ways to hook our viewers. Dave and James talk about big entrances, life changing starts, tough choices and when you should have sex on a bus. Plus why it's vital you should 'go' to Edinburgh this summer. Comedy.co.ukAs viewing habits change, we have to find new ways to hook our viewers. Dave and James talk about big entrances, life changing starts, tough choices and when you should have sex on a bus. Plus why it's vital you should 'go' to Edinburgh this summer.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 08 Apr 2021 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_163/ 42:00 British Comedy Guide no What will the comedy writing landscape look like as we come out of covid? James and Dave are surprisingly upbeat about the future for comedy writing despite the demise of BBC Four and the question marks hanging over the future of stand-up. What will the comedy writing landscape look like as we come out of covid? James and Dave are surprisingly upbeat about the future for comedy writing despite the demise of BBC Four and the question marks hanging over the future of stand-up. Comedy.co.ukWhat will the comedy writing landscape look like as we come out of covid? James and Dave are surprisingly upbeat about the future for comedy writing despite the demise of BBC Four and the question marks hanging over the future of stand-up.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Wed, 24 Mar 2021 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_162/ 56:00 British Comedy Guide no Writer, producer and acclaimed comic novelist Lissa Evans tells us what it was like directing and producing Father Ted - and what makes a funny script. Writer, producer and acclaimed comic novelist Lissa Evans tells us what it was like directing and producing Father Ted - and what makes a funny script. Comedy.co.ukWriter, producer and acclaimed comic novelist Lissa Evans tells us what it was like directing and producing Father Ted - and what makes a funny script.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 11 Mar 2021 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_161/ 49:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave discuss the importance, if you want to get on in comedy, of having A Plan. Plus we announce the winner of Dave's Making A Scene Of It competition. James and Dave discuss the importance, if you want to get on in comedy, of having A Plan. Plus we announce the winner of Dave's Making A Scene Of It competition. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave discuss the importance, if you want to get on in comedy, of having A Plan. Plus we announce the winner of Dave's Making A Scene Of It competition.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 25 Feb 2021 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_160/ 46:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave announces the shortlist for the Making A Scene Of It competition, James reports back from his sitcom webinar about character - plus some surprising conclusions are drawn from the great Tuesdays Are Funny experience. Dave announces the shortlist for the Making A Scene Of It competition, James reports back from his sitcom webinar about character - plus some surprising conclusions are drawn from the great Tuesdays Are Funny experience. Comedy.co.ukDave announces the shortlist for the Making A Scene Of It competition, James reports back from his sitcom webinar about character - plus some surprising conclusions are drawn from the great Tuesdays Are Funny experience.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 11 Feb 2021 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_159/ 55:00 British Comedy Guide no Top stand-up and BGT winner Lee Ridley aka Lost Voice Guy shares his amazing story of comedy success, the influence of heroes The League Of Gentlemen and Lee Evans, the new series of Ability on Radio 4 and his hilarious book I'm Only In It For The Parking, out in paperback on 11 March. Top stand-up and BGT winner Lee Ridley aka Lost Voice Guy shares his amazing story of comedy success, the influence of heroes The League Of Gentlemen and Lee Evans, the new series of Ability on Radio 4 and his hilarious book I'm Only In It For The Parking, out in paperback on 11 March. Comedy.co.ukTop stand-up and BGT winner Lee Ridley aka Lost Voice Guy shares his amazing story of comedy success, the influence of heroes The League Of Gentlemen and Lee Evans, the new series of Ability on Radio 4 and his hilarious book I'm Only In It For The Parking, out in paperback on 11 March.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 28 Jan 2021 09:55:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_158/ 51:00 British Comedy Guide no In today's episode James explores creating new characters using Jessica the fictional celebrity chef. And Dave launches #TuesdaysAreFunny the weekly 8:30pm Twitter Sitcom Geekery Watchalong. In today's episode James explores creating new characters using Jessica the fictional celebrity chef. And Dave launches #TuesdaysAreFunny the weekly 8:30pm Twitter Sitcom Geekery Watchalong. Comedy.co.ukIn today's episode James explores creating new characters using Jessica the fictional celebrity chef. And Dave launches #TuesdaysAreFunny the weekly 8:30pm Twitter Sitcom Geekery Watchalong.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 14 Jan 2021 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_157/ 46:00 British Comedy Guide no Welcome to a new year of comedy writing, as Dave talks about writing topical comedy (hence the rejection and waste), James tries to enforce good habits for writers (other jolly news) and Dave launches If Only I Had The Time, his short book about trying to write when there's a pandemic going on. Welcome to a new year of comedy writing, as Dave talks about writing topical comedy (hence the rejection and waste), James tries to enforce good habits for writers (other jolly news) and Dave launches If Only I Had The Time, his short book about trying to write when there's a pandemic going on. Comedy.co.ukWelcome to a new year of comedy writing, as Dave talks about writing topical comedy (hence the rejection and waste), James tries to enforce good habits for writers (other jolly news) and Dave launches If Only I Had The Time, his short book about trying to write when there's a pandemic going on.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 31 Dec 2020 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_156/ 50:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James reveal their plans for next year, including the launch of The Situation Room, home for James's brilliant new online sitcom writing masterclass. Meanwhile Dave will be finding out again what it's like to be starting out as a new writer as he plans the spring publication of his first novel. Dave and James reveal their plans for next year, including the launch of The Situation Room, home for James's brilliant new online sitcom writing masterclass. Meanwhile Dave will be finding out again what it's like to be starting out as a new writer as he plans the spring publication of his first novel. Comedy.co.ukDave and James reveal their plans for next year, including the launch of The Situation Room, home for James's brilliant new online sitcom writing masterclass. Meanwhile Dave will be finding out again what it's like to be starting out as a new writer as he plans the spring publication of his first novel.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 17 Dec 2020 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_155/ 57:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James look back on the closed down year - what is comedy drama, scene competitions and a little shard of light and love for our fellow comedy scriptwriters. Recorded infuriatingly three days before the BIG BBC COMEDY ANNOUNCEMENT we had been trailing for the last three episodes - but still lots to report here about BBC changes. Dave and James look back on the closed down year - what is comedy drama, scene competitions and a little shard of light and love for our fellow comedy scriptwriters. Recorded infuriatingly three days before the BIG BBC COMEDY ANNOUNCEMENT we had been trailing for the last three episodes - but still lots to report here about BBC changes. Comedy.co.ukDave and James look back on the closed down year - what is comedy drama, scene competitions and a little shard of light and love for our fellow comedy scriptwriters. Recorded infuriatingly three days before the BIG BBC COMEDY ANNOUNCEMENT we had been trailing for the last three episodes - but still lots to report here about BBC changes.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 03 Dec 2020 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_154/ 56:00 British Comedy Guide no Big changes at BBC Writersroom - they want your comedy drama scripts NOW. Plus part 2 of our fascinating chat with Victoria Wood biographer Jasper Rees. He reveals all about her hopes and successes, extraordinary confidence, and relationships with Julie Walters and the gang who stayed with her through years of fabulous shows. Big changes at BBC Writersroom - they want your comedy drama scripts NOW. Plus part 2 of our fascinating chat with Victoria Wood biographer Jasper Rees. He reveals all about her hopes and successes, extraordinary confidence, and relationships with Julie Walters and the gang who stayed with her through years of fabulous shows. Comedy.co.ukBig changes at BBC Writersroom - they want your comedy drama scripts NOW. Plus part 2 of our fascinating chat with Victoria Wood biographer Jasper Rees. He reveals all about her hopes and successes, extraordinary confidence, and relationships with Julie Walters and the gang who stayed with her through years of fabulous shows.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 19 Nov 2020 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_153/ 45:00 British Comedy Guide no Part one of our revealing interview with Jasper Rees, author of the brilliant Let's Do It Victoria Wood biography. 'Everyone thought they knew her but they were wrong, it was she who knew them.' The story of dinnerladies, and Victoria's advice to aspiring sitcom writers. Part one of our revealing interview with Jasper Rees, author of the brilliant Let's Do It Victoria Wood biography. 'Everyone thought they knew her but they were wrong, it was she who knew them.' The story of dinnerladies, and Victoria's advice to aspiring sitcom writers. Comedy.co.ukPart one of our revealing interview with Jasper Rees, author of the brilliant Let's Do It Victoria Wood biography. 'Everyone thought they knew her but they were wrong, it was she who knew them.' The story of dinnerladies, and Victoria's advice to aspiring sitcom writers.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 05 Nov 2020 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_152/ 50:00 British Comedy Guide no Ahead of the deadline for Dave's scene writing competition the Geeks discuss how you can learn from the greats: specifically Richard Curtis, Ben Elton and Blackadder The Third. Plus a surprisingly upbeat prognosis about the future of comedy writing (spoiler alert: plenty of positives but it's still bloody hard to breakthrough). Ahead of the deadline for Dave's scene writing competition the Geeks discuss how you can learn from the greats: specifically Richard Curtis, Ben Elton and Blackadder The Third. Plus a surprisingly upbeat prognosis about the future of comedy writing (spoiler alert: plenty of positives but it's still bloody hard to breakthrough). Comedy.co.ukAhead of the deadline for Dave's scene writing competition the Geeks discuss how you can learn from the greats: specifically Richard Curtis, Ben Elton and Blackadder The Third. Plus a surprisingly upbeat prognosis about the future of comedy writing (spoiler alert: plenty of positives but it's still bloody hard to breakthrough).Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 22 Oct 2020 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_151/ 32:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James discuss Dave's new BCG Pro scene-writing competition and what we might learn from Blackadder, plus news about news - topical comedy's moment. And bonus sitcom writing advice from James's 'Writing That Sitcom' book. Dave and James discuss Dave's new BCG Pro scene-writing competition and what we might learn from Blackadder, plus news about news - topical comedy's moment. And bonus sitcom writing advice from James's 'Writing That Sitcom' book. Comedy.co.ukDave and James discuss Dave's new BCG Pro scene-writing competition and what we might learn from Blackadder, plus news about news - topical comedy's moment. And bonus sitcom writing advice from James's 'Writing That Sitcom' book.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 08 Oct 2020 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_150/ 60:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James celebrate the big 150 chatting to the great writing pair who brought you Drop The Dead Donkey, Outnumbered, Kate & Koji and tonnes more. Great stories of rejection (how many pilots turned down by the BBC since Outnumbered?), acceptance (yes sometimes that happens too), and some novel advice from Andy about how to sit. Dave and James celebrate the big 150 chatting to the great writing pair who brought you Drop The Dead Donkey, Outnumbered, Kate & Koji and tonnes more. Great stories of rejection (how many pilots turned down by the BBC since Outnumbered?), acceptance (yes sometimes that happens too), and some novel advice from Andy about how to sit. Comedy.co.ukDave and James celebrate the big 150 chatting to the great writing pair who brought you Drop The Dead Donkey, Outnumbered, Kate & Koji and tonnes more. Great stories of rejection (how many pilots turned down by the BBC since Outnumbered?), acceptance (yes sometimes that happens too), and some novel advice from Andy about how to sit.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 24 Sep 2020 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_149/ 59:00 British Comedy Guide no Self-Publishing guru Joanna Penn explains why the future of comedy lies in doing it yourself. Why we must write what we love, embrace AI and produce our own audio. A must listen if you're keen to make a career of comedy writing. Self-Publishing guru Joanna Penn explains why the future of comedy lies in doing it yourself. Why we must write what we love, embrace AI and produce our own audio. A must listen if you're keen to make a career of comedy writing. Comedy.co.ukSelf-Publishing guru Joanna Penn explains why the future of comedy lies in doing it yourself. Why we must write what we love, embrace AI and produce our own audio. A must listen if you're keen to make a career of comedy writing.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Wed, 09 Sep 2020 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_148/ 45:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James with news of an exciting new competition, plus keeping your plots clear and what to do when your main character isn't funny (clue is in the title). Dave and James with news of an exciting new competition, plus keeping your plots clear and what to do when your main character isn't funny (clue is in the title). Comedy.co.ukDave and James with news of an exciting new competition, plus keeping your plots clear and what to do when your main character isn't funny (clue is in the title).Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 27 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_147/ 59:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk to the stand-up star and top writer about her brilliant radio monologues Little Lifetimes, the Edinburgh Festival that wasn't, her fondly-recalled Channel 4 sitcom with Henry Normal and Frank Skinner - and exactly how close she came to becoming the new host of Bake Off. Dave and James talk to the stand-up star and top writer about her brilliant radio monologues Little Lifetimes, the Edinburgh Festival that wasn't, her fondly-recalled Channel 4 sitcom with Henry Normal and Frank Skinner - and exactly how close she came to becoming the new host of Bake Off. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk to the stand-up star and top writer about her brilliant radio monologues Little Lifetimes, the Edinburgh Festival that wasn't, her fondly-recalled Channel 4 sitcom with Henry Normal and Frank Skinner - and exactly how close she came to becoming the new host of Bake Off.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 13 Aug 2020 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_146/ 53:00 British Comedy Guide no Part 2 of our fascinating interview with the creator, writer and star of Channel 4's hit series Home about how the show came about and how they found their star. Plus BAFTA Rocliffe script tips, Comedy Crowd comes clean and life without Edinburgh. Part 2 of our fascinating interview with the creator, writer and star of Channel 4's hit series Home about how the show came about and how they found their star. Plus BAFTA Rocliffe script tips, Comedy Crowd comes clean and life without Edinburgh. Comedy.co.ukPart 2 of our fascinating interview with the creator, writer and star of Channel 4's hit series Home about how the show came about and how they found their star. Plus BAFTA Rocliffe script tips, Comedy Crowd comes clean and life without Edinburgh.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 30 Jul 2020 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_145/ 30:00 British Comedy Guide no The writer and star of Channel 4's hit TV series Home talks to James and Dave about the journey, via the distinctly-named Dutch Elm Conservatoire sketch group, a dramatic role in White Teeth and... financial journalism? The writer and star of Channel 4's hit TV series Home talks to James and Dave about the journey, via the distinctly-named Dutch Elm Conservatoire sketch group, a dramatic role in White Teeth and... financial journalism? Comedy.co.ukThe writer and star of Channel 4's hit TV series Home talks to James and Dave about the journey, via the distinctly-named Dutch Elm Conservatoire sketch group, a dramatic role in White Teeth and... financial journalism?Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 16 Jul 2020 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_144/ 55:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave update on sitcom news (including jingle), then a fascinating insight into how The Office came about from producer Anil Gupta, and more tales of TV mayhem from Anil and Richard Pinto, the writer-producer team that gave you Goodness Gracious Me, Citizen Khan and more. James and Dave update on sitcom news (including jingle), then a fascinating insight into how The Office came about from producer Anil Gupta, and more tales of TV mayhem from Anil and Richard Pinto, the writer-producer team that gave you Goodness Gracious Me, Citizen Khan and more. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave update on sitcom news (including jingle), then a fascinating insight into how The Office came about from producer Anil Gupta, and more tales of TV mayhem from Anil and Richard Pinto, the writer-producer team that gave you Goodness Gracious Me, Citizen Khan and more.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 02 Jul 2020 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_143/ 38:00 British Comedy Guide no A great interview with the writer-producer team behind Goodness Gracious Me, Citizen Khan, The Kumars and more - and we haven't even got to The Office yet. A great interview with the writer-producer team behind Goodness Gracious Me, Citizen Khan, The Kumars and more - and we haven't even got to The Office yet. Comedy.co.ukA great interview with the writer-producer team behind Goodness Gracious Me, Citizen Khan, The Kumars and more - and we haven't even got to The Office yet.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 18 Jun 2020 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_142/ 58:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James catch up with the latest comedy news - is there a future for Channel 4, why writing a new sitcom is like coming out of lockdown, and how we need to approach writing race in comedy. Dave and James catch up with the latest comedy news - is there a future for Channel 4, why writing a new sitcom is like coming out of lockdown, and how we need to approach writing race in comedy. Comedy.co.ukDave and James catch up with the latest comedy news - is there a future for Channel 4, why writing a new sitcom is like coming out of lockdown, and how we need to approach writing race in comedy.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 04 Jun 2020 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_141/ 39:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk to inspirational DIY moviemakers Danny Stack and Tim Clague about seizing the initiative and producing your own media - plus some delightfully optimistic predictions for how coming out of lockdown may be most helpful for writers who are starting out. Dave and James talk to inspirational DIY moviemakers Danny Stack and Tim Clague about seizing the initiative and producing your own media - plus some delightfully optimistic predictions for how coming out of lockdown may be most helpful for writers who are starting out. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk to inspirational DIY moviemakers Danny Stack and Tim Clague about seizing the initiative and producing your own media - plus some delightfully optimistic predictions for how coming out of lockdown may be most helpful for writers who are starting out.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 21 May 2020 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_140/ 65:00 British Comedy Guide no Last minute tips for ensuring you send your best work to the BBC Galton & Simpson bursary competition, news of more contests and fabulous prizes (Prizes!), and learn from the best as Dave and James dissect Pixar's comedy rules 12-22. Last minute tips for ensuring you send your best work to the BBC Galton & Simpson bursary competition, news of more contests and fabulous prizes (Prizes!), and learn from the best as Dave and James dissect Pixar's comedy rules 12-22. Comedy.co.ukLast minute tips for ensuring you send your best work to the BBC Galton & Simpson bursary competition, news of more contests and fabulous prizes (Prizes!), and learn from the best as Dave and James dissect Pixar's comedy rules 12-22.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 07 May 2020 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_139/ 57:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk to multi-talented writer-producer-director-editor Justin Sbresni (The Worst Week Of My Life, The Robinsons) about the new lockdown sitcom Housebound and plenty more besides, including hot tips on the best new comic actors and great advice on creating visual comedy. Dave and James talk to multi-talented writer-producer-director-editor Justin Sbresni (The Worst Week Of My Life, The Robinsons) about the new lockdown sitcom Housebound and plenty more besides, including hot tips on the best new comic actors and great advice on creating visual comedy. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk to multi-talented writer-producer-director-editor Justin Sbresni (The Worst Week Of My Life, The Robinsons) about the new lockdown sitcom Housebound and plenty more besides, including hot tips on the best new comic actors and great advice on creating visual comedy.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 23 Apr 2020 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_138/ 58:00 British Comedy Guide no Pixar are the most successful movie makers of the last 50 years. This week Dave and James examine the first 11 of their 22 rules of storytelling, judging how they might apply to the current series of Friday Night Dinner. Pixar are the most successful movie makers of the last 50 years. This week Dave and James examine the first 11 of their 22 rules of storytelling, judging how they might apply to the current series of Friday Night Dinner. Comedy.co.ukPixar are the most successful movie makers of the last 50 years. This week Dave and James examine the first 11 of their 22 rules of storytelling, judging how they might apply to the current series of Friday Night Dinner.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 09 Apr 2020 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_137/ 55:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James chat with Australian writer Peter C Hayward, writer of Night Crew, the winner of our first BCG Pro/Sitcom Geeks Sitcom Script Challenge. Featuring giant toasters, Finnemore fandom, and a bee plot. You can read the first 10 pages of Night Crew via Dropbox: https://bit.ly/NightCrewScript Dave and James chat with Australian writer Peter C Hayward, writer of Night Crew, the winner of our first BCG Pro/Sitcom Geeks Sitcom Script Challenge. Featuring giant toasters, Finnemore fandom, and a bee plot. You can read the first 10 pages of Night Crew via Dropbox: https://bit.ly/NightCrewScript Comedy.co.ukDave and James chat with Australian writer Peter C Hayward, writer of Night Crew, the winner of our first BCG Pro/Sitcom Geeks Sitcom Script Challenge. Featuring giant toasters, Finnemore fandom, and a bee plot. You can read the first 10 pages of Night Crew via Dropbox: https://bit.ly/NightCrewScriptSitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 26 Mar 2020 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_136/ 62:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk to John O'Farrell and Brenda Gilhooly at the Chortle Book Festival about all things writing, including coming up with the right idea at the right time. Dave and James talk to John O'Farrell and Brenda Gilhooly at the Chortle Book Festival about all things writing, including coming up with the right idea at the right time. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk to John O'Farrell and Brenda Gilhooly at the Chortle Book Festival about all things writing, including coming up with the right idea at the right time.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 12 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_135/ 47:00 British Comedy Guide no With the BBC comedy writing window all set to open on 16th March, Dave and James find out from Writersroom Comedy overseers Simon Nelson and Amanda Farley how to dazzle them with your comedy entries. They're joined by one of last year's winners and current Felix Dexter Bursary writer, Athena Kugblenu. With the BBC comedy writing window all set to open on 16th March, Dave and James find out from Writersroom Comedy overseers Simon Nelson and Amanda Farley how to dazzle them with your comedy entries. They're joined by one of last year's winners and current Felix Dexter Bursary writer, Athena Kugblenu. Comedy.co.ukWith the BBC comedy writing window all set to open on 16th March, Dave and James find out from Writersroom Comedy overseers Simon Nelson and Amanda Farley how to dazzle them with your comedy entries. They're joined by one of last year's winners and current Felix Dexter Bursary writer, Athena Kugblenu.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 27 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_134/ 46:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave answer your sitcom script-based questions about turning your idea into a sitcom, making sure your idea hasn't been done (it has), what makes a studio sitcom script, resolving plots, series arcs, budgets and how much writers actually get paid. Plus exciting news about the upcoming BCG comedy writers' conference. James and Dave answer your sitcom script-based questions about turning your idea into a sitcom, making sure your idea hasn't been done (it has), what makes a studio sitcom script, resolving plots, series arcs, budgets and how much writers actually get paid. Plus exciting news about the upcoming BCG comedy writers' conference. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave answer your sitcom script-based questions about turning your idea into a sitcom, making sure your idea hasn't been done (it has), what makes a studio sitcom script, resolving plots, series arcs, budgets and how much writers actually get paid. Plus exciting news about the upcoming BCG comedy writers' conference.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 13 Feb 2020 08:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_133/ 50:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James dig deep into the 15 scripts on the longlist of the BCG Pro Sitcom Geeks Script Challenge and explain what works, and how you can all move your scripts forward. Dave and James dig deep into the 15 scripts on the longlist of the BCG Pro Sitcom Geeks Script Challenge and explain what works, and how you can all move your scripts forward. Comedy.co.ukDave and James dig deep into the 15 scripts on the longlist of the BCG Pro Sitcom Geeks Script Challenge and explain what works, and how you can all move your scripts forward.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 30 Jan 2020 15:33:58 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_132/ 49:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave talk more about the scripts from the BCG Pro competition, with some more thoughts on getting the story going, how story is character (saving you a fortune in Robert McKeen seminars) and when talking under your breath is funny, and when it isn't. James and Dave talk more about the scripts from the BCG Pro competition, with some more thoughts on getting the story going, how story is character (saving you a fortune in Robert McKeen seminars) and when talking under your breath is funny, and when it isn't. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave talk more about the scripts from the BCG Pro competition, with some more thoughts on getting the story going, how story is character (saving you a fortune in Robert McKeen seminars) and when talking under your breath is funny, and when it isn't.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 23 Jan 2020 10:35:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_131/ 48:00 British Comedy Guide no While you were eating and sleeping your way through the holidays Dave and James were reading your script entries to the BCG Pro Sitcom Geeks Script Challenge - all 65 of them. Ahead of announcing the final shortlist they discuss what they've learned. Essential listening if you want to enter this year's BBC Writersroom Script Competition. While you were eating and sleeping your way through the holidays Dave and James were reading your script entries to the BCG Pro Sitcom Geeks Script Challenge - all 65 of them. Ahead of announcing the final shortlist they discuss what they've learned. Essential listening if you want to enter this year's BBC Writersroom Script Competition. Comedy.co.ukWhile you were eating and sleeping your way through the holidays Dave and James were reading your script entries to the BCG Pro Sitcom Geeks Script Challenge - all 65 of them. Ahead of announcing the final shortlist they discuss what they've learned. Essential listening if you want to enter this year's BBC Writersroom Script Competition.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 09 Jan 2020 00:01:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_130/ 54:00 British Comedy Guide no 'My act is like putting a cartoon in someone's head.' Dave and James enjoy a fascinating session in the company of one of the country's top comedians, ahead of his biggest live tour in years. 'My act is like putting a cartoon in someone's head.' Dave and James enjoy a fascinating session in the company of one of the country's top comedians, ahead of his biggest live tour in years. Comedy.co.uk'My act is like putting a cartoon in someone's head.' Dave and James enjoy a fascinating session in the company of one of the country's top comedians, ahead of his biggest live tour in years.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 26 Dec 2019 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_129/ 48:00 British Comedy Guide no Four comedy writers walk into a bar. Ahead of the comedy writers' Christmas Party, Dave chats with NFTS comedy graduate Sara Gibbs, improv superstar Pippa Evans and writing legend Paul Bassett Davies about women in writing rooms, the changing definitions of sitcom, Stephen King and Dolly Parton. Summing up: Yes it's still tough, but the opportunities are still there. Four comedy writers walk into a bar. Ahead of the comedy writers' Christmas Party, Dave chats with NFTS comedy graduate Sara Gibbs, improv superstar Pippa Evans and writing legend Paul Bassett Davies about women in writing rooms, the changing definitions of sitcom, Stephen King and Dolly Parton. Summing up: Yes it's still tough, but the opportunities are still there. Comedy.co.ukFour comedy writers walk into a bar. Ahead of the comedy writers' Christmas Party, Dave chats with NFTS comedy graduate Sara Gibbs, improv superstar Pippa Evans and writing legend Paul Bassett Davies about women in writing rooms, the changing definitions of sitcom, Stephen King and Dolly Parton. Summing up: Yes it's still tough, but the opportunities are still there.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 12 Dec 2019 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_128/ 51:00 British Comedy Guide no This episode Dave and James ask what's the difference between character and characters, story and stories, stand-up and acting? (Spoiler - it's not 8 quid). Also not to be missed - James's theory that all sitcoms are like biscuits. Nice. This episode Dave and James ask what's the difference between character and characters, story and stories, stand-up and acting? (Spoiler - it's not 8 quid). Also not to be missed - James's theory that all sitcoms are like biscuits. Nice. Comedy.co.ukThis episode Dave and James ask what's the difference between character and characters, story and stories, stand-up and acting? (Spoiler - it's not 8 quid). Also not to be missed - James's theory that all sitcoms are like biscuits. Nice.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 28 Nov 2019 08:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_127/ 52:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James revisit the dos and don'ts of plotting, adding sparkle to your stories, with added jeopardy for comedy drama fans. Dave and James revisit the dos and don'ts of plotting, adding sparkle to your stories, with added jeopardy for comedy drama fans. Comedy.co.ukDave and James revisit the dos and don'ts of plotting, adding sparkle to your stories, with added jeopardy for comedy drama fans.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 14 Nov 2019 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_126/ 53:00 British Comedy Guide no Here's plenty of valuable last-minute tips from James and Dave before you send your script out to a producer or competition. And don't worry if you miss the Sitcom Geeks Script Competition deadline - the next BBC Writersroom deadline is closer than you think. Here's plenty of valuable last-minute tips from James and Dave before you send your script out to a producer or competition. And don't worry if you miss the Sitcom Geeks Script Competition deadline - the next BBC Writersroom deadline is closer than you think. Comedy.co.ukHere's plenty of valuable last-minute tips from James and Dave before you send your script out to a producer or competition. And don't worry if you miss the Sitcom Geeks Script Competition deadline - the next BBC Writersroom deadline is closer than you think.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 31 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_125/ 43:00 British Comedy Guide no With the November 17 deadline approaching for the Sitcom Script Challenge, Dave and James talk about extracting maximum mileage from your characters. Spoiler alert: they don't have to be likeable. With the November 17 deadline approaching for the Sitcom Script Challenge, Dave and James talk about extracting maximum mileage from your characters. Spoiler alert: they don't have to be likeable. Comedy.co.ukWith the November 17 deadline approaching for the Sitcom Script Challenge, Dave and James talk about extracting maximum mileage from your characters. Spoiler alert: they don't have to be likeable.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 17 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_124/ 40:00 British Comedy Guide no It's half of our name but we don't talk often enough about the situation. Dave and James talk to producer David Tyler (Cabin Pressure, Dinnerladies, Milton Jones and loads more) about what makes a good sit, plus James's chapter on this from Writing That Sitcom. It's half of our name but we don't talk often enough about the situation. Dave and James talk to producer David Tyler (Cabin Pressure, Dinnerladies, Milton Jones and loads more) about what makes a good sit, plus James's chapter on this from Writing That Sitcom. Comedy.co.ukIt's half of our name but we don't talk often enough about the situation. Dave and James talk to producer David Tyler (Cabin Pressure, Dinnerladies, Milton Jones and loads more) about what makes a good sit, plus James's chapter on this from Writing That Sitcom.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 03 Oct 2019 08:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_123/ 37:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James look at the recent Emmy successes for British shows Fleabag and Succession, and talk about what makes a successful career, and why overnight success can be years in the making. Dave and James look at the recent Emmy successes for British shows Fleabag and Succession, and talk about what makes a successful career, and why overnight success can be years in the making. Comedy.co.ukDave and James look at the recent Emmy successes for British shows Fleabag and Succession, and talk about what makes a successful career, and why overnight success can be years in the making.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 19 Sep 2019 08:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_122/ 45:00 British Comedy Guide no James talks to Cole Moreton, multi-tasking multi-talented writer/author/journalist about books, the Krays, and writing tips from Jeffrey Archer. Dave chimes in helpfully with a list of rock stars called Colin. James talks to Cole Moreton, multi-tasking multi-talented writer/author/journalist about books, the Krays, and writing tips from Jeffrey Archer. Dave chimes in helpfully with a list of rock stars called Colin. Comedy.co.ukJames talks to Cole Moreton, multi-tasking multi-talented writer/author/journalist about books, the Krays, and writing tips from Jeffrey Archer. Dave chimes in helpfully with a list of rock stars called Colin.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 05 Sep 2019 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_121/ 35:00 British Comedy Guide no Back to school as Dave and James update the complete guide for writing the best sitcom script. Plus news of an exciting new competition for all aspiring sitcom writers. Back to school as Dave and James update the complete guide for writing the best sitcom script. Plus news of an exciting new competition for all aspiring sitcom writers. Comedy.co.ukBack to school as Dave and James update the complete guide for writing the best sitcom script. Plus news of an exciting new competition for all aspiring sitcom writers.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 22 Aug 2019 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_120/ 44:00 British Comedy Guide no James wrote a script, Dave read eight novels thanks to not having WiFi and now they're ready to guide you through the start of a new term and a new season of comedy writing. James wrote a script, Dave read eight novels thanks to not having WiFi and now they're ready to guide you through the start of a new term and a new season of comedy writing. Comedy.co.ukJames wrote a script, Dave read eight novels thanks to not having WiFi and now they're ready to guide you through the start of a new term and a new season of comedy writing.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 08 Aug 2019 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_119/ 43:00 British Comedy Guide no "The show is the cheap and easy bit, the accommodation is the nightmare" - Dave and James discuss the true cost of Edinburgh; plus selling yourself, revisiting what type of writer you are, and in praise of Gary Delaney the Human Joke Machine. "The show is the cheap and easy bit, the accommodation is the nightmare" - Dave and James discuss the true cost of Edinburgh; plus selling yourself, revisiting what type of writer you are, and in praise of Gary Delaney the Human Joke Machine. Comedy.co.uk"The show is the cheap and easy bit, the accommodation is the nightmare" - Dave and James discuss the true cost of Edinburgh; plus selling yourself, revisiting what type of writer you are, and in praise of Gary Delaney the Human Joke Machine.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 25 Jul 2019 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_118/ 43:00 British Comedy Guide no With the Edinburgh Fringe about to start, could this be the festival where the rest of you discover Anna Nicholson, whose Woman Of The Year show won best comedy at the recent Adelaide Festival. James talks to Anna about the leap required from festival regular to solo performer. Includes a love letter to the great live topical show NewsRevue, 40 years old this summer. With the Edinburgh Fringe about to start, could this be the festival where the rest of you discover Anna Nicholson, whose Woman Of The Year show won best comedy at the recent Adelaide Festival. James talks to Anna about the leap required from festival regular to solo performer. Includes a love letter to the great live topical show NewsRevue, 40 years old this summer. Comedy.co.ukWith the Edinburgh Fringe about to start, could this be the festival where the rest of you discover Anna Nicholson, whose Woman Of The Year show won best comedy at the recent Adelaide Festival. James talks to Anna about the leap required from festival regular to solo performer. Includes a love letter to the great live topical show NewsRevue, 40 years old this summer.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 11 Jul 2019 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_117/ 46:00 British Comedy Guide no Whether you have a day, an hour, or five minutes waiting for the bus to spare, Dave and James offer lots of practical advice on how best to use your time. Plus news of a great comedy script contest this autumn, and shows with Good in the title. Easily your most efficient use of 46 minutes and 10 seconds. Whether you have a day, an hour, or five minutes waiting for the bus to spare, Dave and James offer lots of practical advice on how best to use your time. Plus news of a great comedy script contest this autumn, and shows with Good in the title. Easily your most efficient use of 46 minutes and 10 seconds. Comedy.co.ukWhether you have a day, an hour, or five minutes waiting for the bus to spare, Dave and James offer lots of practical advice on how best to use your time. Plus news of a great comedy script contest this autumn, and shows with Good in the title. Easily your most efficient use of 46 minutes and 10 seconds.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 27 Jun 2019 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_116/ 43:00 British Comedy Guide no This week James and Dave discuss improvisation, how to make dialogue sound like what real people talk like, like, and women in comedy writing rooms. This week James and Dave discuss improvisation, how to make dialogue sound like what real people talk like, like, and women in comedy writing rooms. Comedy.co.ukThis week James and Dave discuss improvisation, how to make dialogue sound like what real people talk like, like, and women in comedy writing rooms.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 13 Jun 2019 01:00:11 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_115/ 44:00 British Comedy Guide no Ever thought: "I've had a great idea for a sitcom"? Then wondered what to do next? Dave and James are creating an entire sitcom before your ears - and in this episode they explain how they plan to journey from "I've had a great idea" to "Welcome to Episode One." Ever thought: "I've had a great idea for a sitcom"? Then wondered what to do next? Dave and James are creating an entire sitcom before your ears - and in this episode they explain how they plan to journey from "I've had a great idea" to "Welcome to Episode One." Comedy.co.ukEver thought: "I've had a great idea for a sitcom"? Then wondered what to do next? Dave and James are creating an entire sitcom before your ears - and in this episode they explain how they plan to journey from "I've had a great idea" to "Welcome to Episode One."Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 30 May 2019 08:30:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_114/ 68:00 British Comedy Guide no Live from the Leicester Comedy Festival, Dave and James discuss writing and performing and the trials, tribulations bitching and loneliness of the long distance stand-up with Dan Evans, Joe Bor, MJ Simpson and Sarah Johnson. Live from the Leicester Comedy Festival, Dave and James discuss writing and performing and the trials, tribulations bitching and loneliness of the long distance stand-up with Dan Evans, Joe Bor, MJ Simpson and Sarah Johnson. Comedy.co.ukLive from the Leicester Comedy Festival, Dave and James discuss writing and performing and the trials, tribulations bitching and loneliness of the long distance stand-up with Dan Evans, Joe Bor, MJ Simpson and Sarah Johnson.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 16 May 2019 11:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_113/ 49:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James catch up, slightly breathless, on the feast of narrative comedy from across the entire range of TV channels since March. There's more twists to the ongoing comedy drama plot, post Writersroom script advice, and the answer to that question you're always asking - how do I get an agent? Dave and James catch up, slightly breathless, on the feast of narrative comedy from across the entire range of TV channels since March. There's more twists to the ongoing comedy drama plot, post Writersroom script advice, and the answer to that question you're always asking - how do I get an agent? Comedy.co.ukDave and James catch up, slightly breathless, on the feast of narrative comedy from across the entire range of TV channels since March. There's more twists to the ongoing comedy drama plot, post Writersroom script advice, and the answer to that question you're always asking - how do I get an agent?Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 25 Apr 2019 09:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_112/ 73:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James sit down for a nice long chat with BBC Executive Producer Gareth Edwards who's managed to steer the ship on Upstart Crow, Still Open All Hours and Spaced. Yes. Spaced. I know, right? Lots of good advice here, including two rules about notes. Dave and James sit down for a nice long chat with BBC Executive Producer Gareth Edwards who's managed to steer the ship on Upstart Crow, Still Open All Hours and Spaced. Yes. Spaced. I know, right? Lots of good advice here, including two rules about notes. Comedy.co.ukDave and James sit down for a nice long chat with BBC Executive Producer Gareth Edwards who's managed to steer the ship on Upstart Crow, Still Open All Hours and Spaced. Yes. Spaced. I know, right? Lots of good advice here, including two rules about notes.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 11 Apr 2019 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_111/ 38:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk about how you can buff up your script so it's ready to send off to someone important. They also talk a bit about residuals and royalties - and Dave uses this to try to convince James about the benefits of the EU. James unsurprisingly isn't buying it. Dave and James talk about how you can buff up your script so it's ready to send off to someone important. They also talk a bit about residuals and royalties - and Dave uses this to try to convince James about the benefits of the EU. James unsurprisingly isn't buying it. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk about how you can buff up your script so it's ready to send off to someone important. They also talk a bit about residuals and royalties - and Dave uses this to try to convince James about the benefits of the EU. James unsurprisingly isn't buying it.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 04 Apr 2019 00:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_110/ 61:00 British Comedy Guide no A fabulous hour spent in the company of the undisputed kings of narrative TV comedy, Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais - Likely Lads, German building sites, American TV and the shows they wished they had written. The Likely Lads is available on DVD and Blu-ray from networkonair.com A fabulous hour spent in the company of the undisputed kings of narrative TV comedy, Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais - Likely Lads, German building sites, American TV and the shows they wished they had written. The Likely Lads is available on DVD and Blu-ray from networkonair.com Comedy.co.ukA fabulous hour spent in the company of the undisputed kings of narrative TV comedy, Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais - Likely Lads, German building sites, American TV and the shows they wished they had written. The Likely Lads is available on DVD and Blu-ray from networkonair.comSitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 21 Mar 2019 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_109/ 40:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave talk about what we learn from all the new comedy that's tumbling out of our tellies, the BBC Writersroom window, writing books, self-publishing and London Book Fair. Rufus Jones is also declared an Ian Botham of Comedy and Derry Girls a Costume Comedy. James and Dave talk about what we learn from all the new comedy that's tumbling out of our tellies, the BBC Writersroom window, writing books, self-publishing and London Book Fair. Rufus Jones is also declared an Ian Botham of Comedy and Derry Girls a Costume Comedy. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave talk about what we learn from all the new comedy that's tumbling out of our tellies, the BBC Writersroom window, writing books, self-publishing and London Book Fair. Rufus Jones is also declared an Ian Botham of Comedy and Derry Girls a Costume Comedy.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 07 Mar 2019 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_108/ 45:00 British Comedy Guide no You may have missed this item in the news, but apparently something called Brexit is about to happen. James is detained entertainingly with the team behind the unlikely Northern Ireland Brexit TV hit Soft Border Patrol - producer Marie McDonald, writer Marc McElroy and performer Alan Irwin. You may have missed this item in the news, but apparently something called Brexit is about to happen. James is detained entertainingly with the team behind the unlikely Northern Ireland Brexit TV hit Soft Border Patrol - producer Marie McDonald, writer Marc McElroy and performer Alan Irwin. Comedy.co.ukYou may have missed this item in the news, but apparently something called Brexit is about to happen. James is detained entertainingly with the team behind the unlikely Northern Ireland Brexit TV hit Soft Border Patrol - producer Marie McDonald, writer Marc McElroy and performer Alan Irwin.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 21 Feb 2019 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_107/ 32:00 British Comedy Guide no Bonus episode, in which Dave and James catch up with the latest comedy news. Will we have to wait for Coronation Street to finish before ITV commission any more comedy? Is it curtains for comedy writer conferences? And are you all set for this year's BBC Writersroom window for comedy scripts? Plus, how to approach radio sitcom, writing one-liners, and lots more. Bonus episode, in which Dave and James catch up with the latest comedy news. Will we have to wait for Coronation Street to finish before ITV commission any more comedy? Is it curtains for comedy writer conferences? And are you all set for this year's BBC Writersroom window for comedy scripts? Plus, how to approach radio sitcom, writing one-liners, and lots more. Comedy.co.ukBonus episode, in which Dave and James catch up with the latest comedy news. Will we have to wait for Coronation Street to finish before ITV commission any more comedy? Is it curtains for comedy writer conferences? And are you all set for this year's BBC Writersroom window for comedy scripts? Plus, how to approach radio sitcom, writing one-liners, and lots more.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 14 Feb 2019 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_106/ 56:00 British Comedy Guide no Top British novelist and audience sitcom connoisseur Jonathan Coe talks to James and Dave at Chortle Book Festival about 1970s sitcom books, Yes Minister, working with Clement and Le Frenais, and, when we can get him off the subject of sitcom, his brilliant new novel Middle England. Top British novelist and audience sitcom connoisseur Jonathan Coe talks to James and Dave at Chortle Book Festival about 1970s sitcom books, Yes Minister, working with Clement and Le Frenais, and, when we can get him off the subject of sitcom, his brilliant new novel Middle England. Comedy.co.ukTop British novelist and audience sitcom connoisseur Jonathan Coe talks to James and Dave at Chortle Book Festival about 1970s sitcom books, Yes Minister, working with Clement and Le Frenais, and, when we can get him off the subject of sitcom, his brilliant new novel Middle England.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 31 Jan 2019 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_105/ 52:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk to writer and producer Paul Mayhew-Archer, about his massive four-decade career making audience sitcoms: shows he co-wrote that went well, like The Vicar Of Dibley, shows he helped onto the screen that didn't go so well, like Chalk and 'Orrible. Paul also shares a wealth of advice and experience as well as a lovely story about a man trying his hand at comedy and then drama. Dave and James talk to writer and producer Paul Mayhew-Archer, about his massive four-decade career making audience sitcoms: shows he co-wrote that went well, like The Vicar Of Dibley, shows he helped onto the screen that didn't go so well, like Chalk and 'Orrible. Paul also shares a wealth of advice and experience as well as a lovely story about a man trying his hand at comedy and then drama. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk to writer and producer Paul Mayhew-Archer, about his massive four-decade career making audience sitcoms: shows he co-wrote that went well, like The Vicar Of Dibley, shows he helped onto the screen that didn't go so well, like Chalk and 'Orrible. Paul also shares a wealth of advice and experience as well as a lovely story about a man trying his hand at comedy and then drama.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 17 Jan 2019 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_104/ 43:00 British Comedy Guide no Today's special guest is none other than James Cary. Well he has a great new book out called The Sacred Art of Joking and it offers a fresh perspective on the evergreen topic of causing offence in comedy. Find out what makes people get angry at comedy, why Jesus was funny and listen to the rare sound of James and Dave disagreeing with each other. Today's special guest is none other than James Cary. Well he has a great new book out called The Sacred Art of Joking and it offers a fresh perspective on the evergreen topic of causing offence in comedy. Find out what makes people get angry at comedy, why Jesus was funny and listen to the rare sound of James and Dave disagreeing with each other. Comedy.co.ukToday's special guest is none other than James Cary. Well he has a great new book out called The Sacred Art of Joking and it offers a fresh perspective on the evergreen topic of causing offence in comedy. Find out what makes people get angry at comedy, why Jesus was funny and listen to the rare sound of James and Dave disagreeing with each other.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 10 Jan 2019 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_103/ 19:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk to Moose Allain, otherwise known as the most consistently funny man on Twitter @MooseAllain about jokes, cartoons and Twitter (of course). Dave and James talk to Moose Allain, otherwise known as the most consistently funny man on Twitter @MooseAllain about jokes, cartoons and Twitter (of course). Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk to Moose Allain, otherwise known as the most consistently funny man on Twitter @MooseAllain about jokes, cartoons and Twitter (of course).Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 03 Jan 2019 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_102/ 34:00 British Comedy Guide no Part Two of James's interview with Will Ing, Dan Gaster and Paul Powell, the comedy writing team behind Insert Name Here, with great insights on how to make and write a panel show. Part Two of James's interview with Will Ing, Dan Gaster and Paul Powell, the comedy writing team behind Insert Name Here, with great insights on how to make and write a panel show. Comedy.co.ukPart Two of James's interview with Will Ing, Dan Gaster and Paul Powell, the comedy writing team behind Insert Name Here, with great insights on how to make and write a panel show.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 27 Dec 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_101/ 48:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James look back on 2018 and talk to kids' TV writer Joe Williams, Mark Evans (Bleak Expectations, Mitchell and Webb) and Writers' Guild online comedy nominee Hannah George about what they've learned this year, and what they hope to take into 2019. Dave and James look back on 2018 and talk to kids' TV writer Joe Williams, Mark Evans (Bleak Expectations, Mitchell and Webb) and Writers' Guild online comedy nominee Hannah George about what they've learned this year, and what they hope to take into 2019. Comedy.co.ukDave and James look back on 2018 and talk to kids' TV writer Joe Williams, Mark Evans (Bleak Expectations, Mitchell and Webb) and Writers' Guild online comedy nominee Hannah George about what they've learned this year, and what they hope to take into 2019.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 20 Dec 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_100/ 78:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James bring up the ton with a live and lively chat from the Museum of Comedy with the brilliant Marcus Brigstocke and top writer Sarah Morgan, about their Radio 4 sitcom The Wilsons Save The World. Plus details on BCG Pro, British Comedy Guide's new service for those who create comedy. Dave and James bring up the ton with a live and lively chat from the Museum of Comedy with the brilliant Marcus Brigstocke and top writer Sarah Morgan, about their Radio 4 sitcom The Wilsons Save The World. Plus details on BCG Pro, British Comedy Guide's new service for those who create comedy. Comedy.co.ukDave and James bring up the ton with a live and lively chat from the Museum of Comedy with the brilliant Marcus Brigstocke and top writer Sarah Morgan, about their Radio 4 sitcom The Wilsons Save The World. Plus details on BCG Pro, British Comedy Guide's new service for those who create comedy.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 13 Dec 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_99/ 42:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave talks to stand-up, podcaster, kids' comedy pioneer Tiernan Douieb about juggling stand-up, podcasting and kids' comedy (but not juggling), and the dangers of spreading yourself too thin. Dave talks to stand-up, podcaster, kids' comedy pioneer Tiernan Douieb about juggling stand-up, podcasting and kids' comedy (but not juggling), and the dangers of spreading yourself too thin. Comedy.co.ukDave talks to stand-up, podcaster, kids' comedy pioneer Tiernan Douieb about juggling stand-up, podcasting and kids' comedy (but not juggling), and the dangers of spreading yourself too thin.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 06 Dec 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_98/ 36:00 British Comedy Guide no Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without Eric and Ernie. In this episode James talks to Neil Forsyth, writer of the brilliant Eric, Ernie And Me (as well as the great Bob Servant). Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without Eric and Ernie. In this episode James talks to Neil Forsyth, writer of the brilliant Eric, Ernie And Me (as well as the great Bob Servant). Comedy.co.ukChristmas wouldn't be Christmas without Eric and Ernie. In this episode James talks to Neil Forsyth, writer of the brilliant Eric, Ernie And Me (as well as the great Bob Servant).Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 29 Nov 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_97/ 43:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave has got a book out! About comedy writing! Who better to interview him about it than James? Plus questions answered about theme tunes, building your world, audience v non audience, and where Chris left his keys. Dave has got a book out! About comedy writing! Who better to interview him about it than James? Plus questions answered about theme tunes, building your world, audience v non audience, and where Chris left his keys. Comedy.co.ukDave has got a book out! About comedy writing! Who better to interview him about it than James? Plus questions answered about theme tunes, building your world, audience v non audience, and where Chris left his keys.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 22 Nov 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_96/ 36:00 British Comedy Guide no In this episode Al, Dave and James get all excited about one of the greatest sitcoms of all time - Fawlty Towers. In this episode Al, Dave and James get all excited about one of the greatest sitcoms of all time - Fawlty Towers. Comedy.co.ukIn this episode Al, Dave and James get all excited about one of the greatest sitcoms of all time - Fawlty Towers.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 15 Nov 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_95/ 30:00 British Comedy Guide no Part one of an entertaining journey with comedy legend Al Murray around the joy of making audiences laugh out loud at proper funny jokes - The Windsors, Spitting Image, Time Gentlemen Please and... Game Of Thrones? Part one of an entertaining journey with comedy legend Al Murray around the joy of making audiences laugh out loud at proper funny jokes - The Windsors, Spitting Image, Time Gentlemen Please and... Game Of Thrones? Comedy.co.ukPart one of an entertaining journey with comedy legend Al Murray around the joy of making audiences laugh out loud at proper funny jokes - The Windsors, Spitting Image, Time Gentlemen Please and... Game Of Thrones?Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 08 Nov 2018 01:01:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_94/ 53:00 British Comedy Guide no James talks to Dan Gaster, Will Ing and Paul Powell about the astonishingly long gestation period of their Dave sitcom, Zapped. James talks to Dan Gaster, Will Ing and Paul Powell about the astonishingly long gestation period of their Dave sitcom, Zapped. Comedy.co.ukJames talks to Dan Gaster, Will Ing and Paul Powell about the astonishingly long gestation period of their Dave sitcom, Zapped.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 01 Nov 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_93/ 47:00 British Comedy Guide no James chats to Julie Bower about watching Red Dwarf as a kid, quoting jokes in the school playground, the awfulness of conference calls, and creating the CBBC sitcom So Awkward. And we announce the recording of the 100th episode at The Museum of Comedy on 5th December. James chats to Julie Bower about watching Red Dwarf as a kid, quoting jokes in the school playground, the awfulness of conference calls, and creating the CBBC sitcom So Awkward. And we announce the recording of the 100th episode at The Museum of Comedy on 5th December. Comedy.co.ukJames chats to Julie Bower about watching Red Dwarf as a kid, quoting jokes in the school playground, the awfulness of conference calls, and creating the CBBC sitcom So Awkward. And we announce the recording of the 100th episode at The Museum of Comedy on 5th December.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 25 Oct 2018 09:30:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_92/ 39:00 British Comedy Guide no Return of the Mash. It's back! Surprise TV hit of the year, The Mash Report, returns for a new series. Dave and James talk to Tim Telling, the man who brought internet newspaper The Daily Mash to life. Return of the Mash. It's back! Surprise TV hit of the year, The Mash Report, returns for a new series. Dave and James talk to Tim Telling, the man who brought internet newspaper The Daily Mash to life. Comedy.co.ukReturn of the Mash. It's back! Surprise TV hit of the year, The Mash Report, returns for a new series. Dave and James talk to Tim Telling, the man who brought internet newspaper The Daily Mash to life.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 18 Oct 2018 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_91/ 33:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James continue their chat with comedy writing legend Steven Moffat about time travelling on a budget, the triumph of Coupling and The Mystery Of Whether Or Not Sherlock Is A Comedy Or A Drama. Dave and James continue their chat with comedy writing legend Steven Moffat about time travelling on a budget, the triumph of Coupling and The Mystery Of Whether Or Not Sherlock Is A Comedy Or A Drama. Comedy.co.ukDave and James continue their chat with comedy writing legend Steven Moffat about time travelling on a budget, the triumph of Coupling and The Mystery Of Whether Or Not Sherlock Is A Comedy Or A Drama.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 11 Oct 2018 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_90/ 41:00 British Comedy Guide no Part one of a fascinating interview with the great Steven Moffat - one of our most successful writers whose work includes Sherlock, Coupling and a certain Doctor who he discusses with Dave and James. Part one of a fascinating interview with the great Steven Moffat - one of our most successful writers whose work includes Sherlock, Coupling and a certain Doctor who he discusses with Dave and James. Comedy.co.ukPart one of a fascinating interview with the great Steven Moffat - one of our most successful writers whose work includes Sherlock, Coupling and a certain Doctor who he discusses with Dave and James.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 27 Sep 2018 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_89/ 46:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk about kickstarting - and continuing - your career by making comedy yourself, in all its forms. What are the options? Dave and James talk about kickstarting - and continuing - your career by making comedy yourself, in all its forms. What are the options? Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk about kickstarting - and continuing - your career by making comedy yourself, in all its forms. What are the options?Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 13 Sep 2018 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_88/ 42:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk to the brilliant character actor from both Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy and Blackadder, Geoffrey McGivern. He has many years of experience, reading and performing the scripts that writers sweat over and has gathered many many anecdotes along the way. Dave and James talk to the brilliant character actor from both Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy and Blackadder, Geoffrey McGivern. He has many years of experience, reading and performing the scripts that writers sweat over and has gathered many many anecdotes along the way. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk to the brilliant character actor from both Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy and Blackadder, Geoffrey McGivern. He has many years of experience, reading and performing the scripts that writers sweat over and has gathered many many anecdotes along the way.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 30 Aug 2018 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_87/ 54:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James back from the summer with lots to report including the return of Newsjack, the great audience sitcom revival part 897 and several attempts to answer the impossible question: What is comedy drama? Dave and James back from the summer with lots to report including the return of Newsjack, the great audience sitcom revival part 897 and several attempts to answer the impossible question: What is comedy drama? Comedy.co.ukDave and James back from the summer with lots to report including the return of Newsjack, the great audience sitcom revival part 897 and several attempts to answer the impossible question: What is comedy drama?Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 16 Aug 2018 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_86/ 45:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James have a strangely therapeutic conversation with Saskia Schuster, Controller of Comedy at ITV; about how sitcoms get on to ITV and the agony of turning shows down. Apparently, it's painful for the commissioners too! Dave and James have a strangely therapeutic conversation with Saskia Schuster, Controller of Comedy at ITV; about how sitcoms get on to ITV and the agony of turning shows down. Apparently, it's painful for the commissioners too! Comedy.co.ukDave and James have a strangely therapeutic conversation with Saskia Schuster, Controller of Comedy at ITV; about how sitcoms get on to ITV and the agony of turning shows down. Apparently, it's painful for the commissioners too!Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 02 Aug 2018 00:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_85/ 52:00 British Comedy Guide no James talks down the line to top US comedy writer and novelist Jonathan Ames about the hilarious HBO series Bored To Death, being championed by David Letterman and... Are You Being Served?? Yep. James talks down the line to top US comedy writer and novelist Jonathan Ames about the hilarious HBO series Bored To Death, being championed by David Letterman and... Are You Being Served?? Yep. Comedy.co.ukJames talks down the line to top US comedy writer and novelist Jonathan Ames about the hilarious HBO series Bored To Death, being championed by David Letterman and... Are You Being Served?? Yep.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 19 Jul 2018 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_84/ 48:00 British Comedy Guide no 'My job isn't to tell the writer how to be better, my job is to help them figure out what they want to write.' Plenty of excellent advice for ALL writers from top script consultant Hayley McKenzie of Script Angel. 'My job isn't to tell the writer how to be better, my job is to help them figure out what they want to write.' Plenty of excellent advice for ALL writers from top script consultant Hayley McKenzie of Script Angel. Comedy.co.uk'My job isn't to tell the writer how to be better, my job is to help them figure out what they want to write.' Plenty of excellent advice for ALL writers from top script consultant Hayley McKenzie of Script Angel.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 05 Jul 2018 00:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_83/ 54:00 British Comedy Guide no An interview with comedy writer, Lucien Young (Siblings, Murder in Successville, Alice in Brexitland) about all things comedic, including the spec Frasier Script he wrote aged 11. Back his Shakespearean Sonnets book here: unbound.com/books/sonnets/ An interview with comedy writer, Lucien Young (Siblings, Murder in Successville, Alice in Brexitland) about all things comedic, including the spec Frasier Script he wrote aged 11. Back his Shakespearean Sonnets book here: unbound.com/books/sonnets/ Comedy.co.ukAn interview with comedy writer, Lucien Young (Siblings, Murder in Successville, Alice in Brexitland) about all things comedic, including the spec Frasier Script he wrote aged 11. Back his Shakespearean Sonnets book here: unbound.com/books/sonnets/Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 21 Jun 2018 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_82/ 45:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James chat to comedy writer, and performer, Laurence Howarth. He talks about writing the controversial Tracey Ullman Corbyn sketches, a sitcom about arms dealers, and how Dead Ringers feels very different from how it used to when politics was boring and you could still just about trust a bank. Dave and James chat to comedy writer, and performer, Laurence Howarth. He talks about writing the controversial Tracey Ullman Corbyn sketches, a sitcom about arms dealers, and how Dead Ringers feels very different from how it used to when politics was boring and you could still just about trust a bank. Comedy.co.ukDave and James chat to comedy writer, and performer, Laurence Howarth. He talks about writing the controversial Tracey Ullman Corbyn sketches, a sitcom about arms dealers, and how Dead Ringers feels very different from how it used to when politics was boring and you could still just about trust a bank.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Mon, 18 Jun 2018 16:45:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_81/ 26:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave Cohen flies the flag for studio sitcoms at the Craft of Comedy 2018 in Llandudno. He also invents a new word that might make you feel ill. Introduced by Steve Doherty. Dave Cohen flies the flag for studio sitcoms at the Craft of Comedy 2018 in Llandudno. He also invents a new word that might make you feel ill. Introduced by Steve Doherty. Comedy.co.ukDave Cohen flies the flag for studio sitcoms at the Craft of Comedy 2018 in Llandudno. He also invents a new word that might make you feel ill. Introduced by Steve Doherty.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 14 Jun 2018 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_80/ 62:00 British Comedy Guide no A fascinating hour spent in the company of the multi-talented writer-performer-producer and all round good guy who was one of the main creators behind Mr Don And Mr George, The Creatives and the legendary Stoneybridge Town Council. A fascinating hour spent in the company of the multi-talented writer-performer-producer and all round good guy who was one of the main creators behind Mr Don And Mr George, The Creatives and the legendary Stoneybridge Town Council. Comedy.co.ukA fascinating hour spent in the company of the multi-talented writer-performer-producer and all round good guy who was one of the main creators behind Mr Don And Mr George, The Creatives and the legendary Stoneybridge Town Council.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 31 May 2018 00:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_79/ 45:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James discuss the magic of Tony Hancock and Steptoe And Son with Paul Merton, who talks about his great friendship with the brilliant creators of both those shows, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson. Dave and James discuss the magic of Tony Hancock and Steptoe And Son with Paul Merton, who talks about his great friendship with the brilliant creators of both those shows, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson. Comedy.co.ukDave and James discuss the magic of Tony Hancock and Steptoe And Son with Paul Merton, who talks about his great friendship with the brilliant creators of both those shows, writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 17 May 2018 00:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_78/ 29:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk to Paul Merton - one of Britain's comedy superstars - about silent movies, class, and his phenomenal 30 years at the top of the profession. Dave and James talk to Paul Merton - one of Britain's comedy superstars - about silent movies, class, and his phenomenal 30 years at the top of the profession. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk to Paul Merton - one of Britain's comedy superstars - about silent movies, class, and his phenomenal 30 years at the top of the profession.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 03 May 2018 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_77/ 28:00 British Comedy Guide no We're back with more John Finnemore talking about his Souvenir Programme, Mummo in Cabin Pressure and basking sharks. Recorded at the Bill Murray in Angel, Islington. We're back with more John Finnemore talking about his Souvenir Programme, Mummo in Cabin Pressure and basking sharks. Recorded at the Bill Murray in Angel, Islington. Comedy.co.ukWe're back with more John Finnemore talking about his Souvenir Programme, Mummo in Cabin Pressure and basking sharks. Recorded at the Bill Murray in Angel, Islington.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 19 Apr 2018 10:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_76/ 27:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave talk to John Finnemore about Double Acts, Cabin Pressure and the Souvenir Programme at a live event and Patreon subscriber meet-up at the Bill Murray in Angel Islington. James and Dave talk to John Finnemore about Double Acts, Cabin Pressure and the Souvenir Programme at a live event and Patreon subscriber meet-up at the Bill Murray in Angel Islington. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave talk to John Finnemore about Double Acts, Cabin Pressure and the Souvenir Programme at a live event and Patreon subscriber meet-up at the Bill Murray in Angel Islington.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 05 Apr 2018 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_75/ 42:00 British Comedy Guide no Just over a week to go before the BBC Writersroom Comedy window closes - still time (just) to craft your own comedy gold, with the help of James and Dave's last minute checklist. Just over a week to go before the BBC Writersroom Comedy window closes - still time (just) to craft your own comedy gold, with the help of James and Dave's last minute checklist. Comedy.co.ukJust over a week to go before the BBC Writersroom Comedy window closes - still time (just) to craft your own comedy gold, with the help of James and Dave's last minute checklist.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 29 Mar 2018 01:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_74/ 45:00 British Comedy Guide no Steve Doherty talks to James and Dave about Llandudno Craft Of Comedy Festival in June - an amazing line-up, competitions to win and loads of good reasons why you'd be a fool to miss it. Steve Doherty talks to James and Dave about Llandudno Craft Of Comedy Festival in June - an amazing line-up, competitions to win and loads of good reasons why you'd be a fool to miss it. Comedy.co.ukSteve Doherty talks to James and Dave about Llandudno Craft Of Comedy Festival in June - an amazing line-up, competitions to win and loads of good reasons why you'd be a fool to miss it.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 15 Mar 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_73/ 58:00 British Comedy Guide no Attention new writers! The BBC Comedy Script Window opens on 19 March 2018. Here's tonnes of useful writing tips from the people who'll be reading your scripts - Simon Nelson and Amanda Farley of BBC Writersroom. Attention new writers! The BBC Comedy Script Window opens on 19 March 2018. Here's tonnes of useful writing tips from the people who'll be reading your scripts - Simon Nelson and Amanda Farley of BBC Writersroom. Comedy.co.ukAttention new writers! The BBC Comedy Script Window opens on 19 March 2018. Here's tonnes of useful writing tips from the people who'll be reading your scripts - Simon Nelson and Amanda Farley of BBC Writersroom.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 08 Mar 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_72/ 33:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave talk to Toby Davies about how one sketch can get you a movie. Seriously. Toby talks us through the multiple drafts needed to get Up All Night and Gun Shy to the big screen. James and Dave talk to Toby Davies about how one sketch can get you a movie. Seriously. Toby talks us through the multiple drafts needed to get Up All Night and Gun Shy to the big screen. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave talk to Toby Davies about how one sketch can get you a movie. Seriously. Toby talks us through the multiple drafts needed to get Up All Night and Gun Shy to the big screen.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 22 Feb 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_71/ 38:00 British Comedy Guide no Toby Davies, the prolific comedy writer for kids' TV and now with a movie to his name, talks sketch writing, working with the biggest names in comedy and modestly reveals his legendary contribution to the oeuvre - That Mitchell And Webb Cash Register sketch. Toby Davies, the prolific comedy writer for kids' TV and now with a movie to his name, talks sketch writing, working with the biggest names in comedy and modestly reveals his legendary contribution to the oeuvre - That Mitchell And Webb Cash Register sketch. Comedy.co.ukToby Davies, the prolific comedy writer for kids' TV and now with a movie to his name, talks sketch writing, working with the biggest names in comedy and modestly reveals his legendary contribution to the oeuvre - That Mitchell And Webb Cash Register sketch.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 08 Feb 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_70/ 43:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave talk to brilliant Newsjack host Angela Barnes about how she approaches writing - and what you can do to improve your chances of getting jokes and sketches on the show. Also, James promises to listen to every episode of the new series. James and Dave talk to brilliant Newsjack host Angela Barnes about how she approaches writing - and what you can do to improve your chances of getting jokes and sketches on the show. Also, James promises to listen to every episode of the new series. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave talk to brilliant Newsjack host Angela Barnes about how she approaches writing - and what you can do to improve your chances of getting jokes and sketches on the show. Also, James promises to listen to every episode of the new series.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 01 Feb 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_69/ 52:00 British Comedy Guide no How do you get material on to the BBC's main show for new writers? Dave and James talk to producer Adnan Ahmed and writers Laura Major and Mike Shephard about how to ensure your sketches have maximum impact. And find out what Eddie Izzard's beret thief looked like. Next week: Newsjack host Angela Barnes. How do you get material on to the BBC's main show for new writers? Dave and James talk to producer Adnan Ahmed and writers Laura Major and Mike Shephard about how to ensure your sketches have maximum impact. And find out what Eddie Izzard's beret thief looked like. Next week: Newsjack host Angela Barnes. Comedy.co.ukHow do you get material on to the BBC's main show for new writers? Dave and James talk to producer Adnan Ahmed and writers Laura Major and Mike Shephard about how to ensure your sketches have maximum impact. And find out what Eddie Izzard's beret thief looked like. Next week: Newsjack host Angela Barnes.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 25 Jan 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_68/ 37:00 British Comedy Guide no Bonus episode! James and Dave with updated writing tips for 2018, plus answers to your questions about working with a partner and how many episodes is the right number. Bonus episode! James and Dave with updated writing tips for 2018, plus answers to your questions about working with a partner and how many episodes is the right number. Comedy.co.ukBonus episode! James and Dave with updated writing tips for 2018, plus answers to your questions about working with a partner and how many episodes is the right number.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 18 Jan 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_67/ 35:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James are joined by writers Shai Hussain, Abigail Burdess and Neil Forsyth (writer of the brilliant Eric, Ernie And Me on BBC Four over Christmas) to discuss the winners of this year's Writers' Guild Comedy Awards. Also: is it still right to call Phil Wang young? Dave and James are joined by writers Shai Hussain, Abigail Burdess and Neil Forsyth (writer of the brilliant Eric, Ernie And Me on BBC Four over Christmas) to discuss the winners of this year's Writers' Guild Comedy Awards. Also: is it still right to call Phil Wang young? Comedy.co.ukDave and James are joined by writers Shai Hussain, Abigail Burdess and Neil Forsyth (writer of the brilliant Eric, Ernie And Me on BBC Four over Christmas) to discuss the winners of this year's Writers' Guild Comedy Awards. Also: is it still right to call Phil Wang young?Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 04 Jan 2018 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_66/ 35:00 British Comedy Guide no The Joy Of Seinfeld. Dave, James and Graham Linehan all love this classic American sitcom, and in this episode they share that love with you. The Joy Of Seinfeld. Dave, James and Graham Linehan all love this classic American sitcom, and in this episode they share that love with you. Comedy.co.ukThe Joy Of Seinfeld. Dave, James and Graham Linehan all love this classic American sitcom, and in this episode they share that love with you.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 21 Dec 2017 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_65/ 49:00 British Comedy Guide no The king of audience sitcom talks Ted tunes, radiator tests, the Birth of Bono and plenty more, including EXCLUSIVELY about the new version of The IT Crowd for the US, and how he's hoping it will be third time lucky. The king of audience sitcom talks Ted tunes, radiator tests, the Birth of Bono and plenty more, including EXCLUSIVELY about the new version of The IT Crowd for the US, and how he's hoping it will be third time lucky. Comedy.co.ukThe king of audience sitcom talks Ted tunes, radiator tests, the Birth of Bono and plenty more, including EXCLUSIVELY about the new version of The IT Crowd for the US, and how he's hoping it will be third time lucky.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 07 Dec 2017 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_64/ 45:00 British Comedy Guide no What do you think YOU are? James and Dave talk to Pauline McGowan, Virginia Gale and Kate Benson from research company The Nursery about the Nine Types of Comedy they found in their research (which involved making people watch Mrs. Brown's Boys) - and how most of us aren't as clever as we think we are. What do you think YOU are? James and Dave talk to Pauline McGowan, Virginia Gale and Kate Benson from research company The Nursery about the Nine Types of Comedy they found in their research (which involved making people watch Mrs. Brown's Boys) - and how most of us aren't as clever as we think we are. Comedy.co.ukWhat do you think YOU are? James and Dave talk to Pauline McGowan, Virginia Gale and Kate Benson from research company The Nursery about the Nine Types of Comedy they found in their research (which involved making people watch Mrs. Brown's Boys) - and how most of us aren't as clever as we think we are.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 23 Nov 2017 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_63/ 44:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave are joined by ace radio writer and performer Carrie Quinlan to talk about writing for radio, the no-holds barred secrets about what it's like to work with John Finnemore, and more cricket than you might expect from a podcast about comedy. James and Dave are joined by ace radio writer and performer Carrie Quinlan to talk about writing for radio, the no-holds barred secrets about what it's like to work with John Finnemore, and more cricket than you might expect from a podcast about comedy. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave are joined by ace radio writer and performer Carrie Quinlan to talk about writing for radio, the no-holds barred secrets about what it's like to work with John Finnemore, and more cricket than you might expect from a podcast about comedy.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 09 Nov 2017 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_62/ 35:00 British Comedy Guide no 'When you build a house you don't start with the roof'. Dave and James talk about how to structure your sitcom, make your characters clearer and - you'll like this - how to add funnier jokes. Don't say we don't spoil you. 'When you build a house you don't start with the roof'. Dave and James talk about how to structure your sitcom, make your characters clearer and - you'll like this - how to add funnier jokes. Don't say we don't spoil you. Comedy.co.uk'When you build a house you don't start with the roof'. Dave and James talk about how to structure your sitcom, make your characters clearer and - you'll like this - how to add funnier jokes. Don't say we don't spoil you.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 26 Oct 2017 09:30:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_61/ 41:00 British Comedy Guide no As the Writers' Guild launch a new award for best online show, James and Dave update their views about breaking in to comedy via the internet. Plus a short tribute to Sean Hughes. As the Writers' Guild launch a new award for best online show, James and Dave update their views about breaking in to comedy via the internet. Plus a short tribute to Sean Hughes. Comedy.co.ukAs the Writers' Guild launch a new award for best online show, James and Dave update their views about breaking in to comedy via the internet. Plus a short tribute to Sean Hughes.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 12 Oct 2017 08:40:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_60/ 59:00 British Comedy Guide no Jack Dee's co-writer Pete Sinclair joins us to talk about Bad Move, Lead Balloon, writing gags and a fascinating discussion about why audience sitcom is so hard to make. Jack Dee's co-writer Pete Sinclair joins us to talk about Bad Move, Lead Balloon, writing gags and a fascinating discussion about why audience sitcom is so hard to make. Comedy.co.ukJack Dee's co-writer Pete Sinclair joins us to talk about Bad Move, Lead Balloon, writing gags and a fascinating discussion about why audience sitcom is so hard to make.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 28 Sep 2017 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_59/ 27:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James with more notes on notes: If you think getting notes is bad, try giving them. Plus another 10 page challenge. If you enjoy this podcast, why not become a Patreon? Details here: https://www.patreon.com/SitcomGeeks Dave and James with more notes on notes: If you think getting notes is bad, try giving them. Plus another 10 page challenge. If you enjoy this podcast, why not become a Patreon? Details here: https://www.patreon.com/SitcomGeeks Comedy.co.ukDave and James with more notes on notes: If you think getting notes is bad, try giving them. Plus another 10 page challenge. If you enjoy this podcast, why not become a Patreon? Details here: https://www.patreon.com/SitcomGeeksSitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Mon, 18 Sep 2017 10:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_58/ 46:00 British Comedy Guide no A special early edition of the show to give you time to catch up with Ben Elton's sitcom lecture on iPlayer, which Dave and James discuss at length. Plus Newsjack updates, comedy writer Susan Nickson seeks advice, exciting news about Patreon - and proof that Sitcom Geeks is good for you. A special early edition of the show to give you time to catch up with Ben Elton's sitcom lecture on iPlayer, which Dave and James discuss at length. Plus Newsjack updates, comedy writer Susan Nickson seeks advice, exciting news about Patreon - and proof that Sitcom Geeks is good for you. Comedy.co.ukA special early edition of the show to give you time to catch up with Ben Elton's sitcom lecture on iPlayer, which Dave and James discuss at length. Plus Newsjack updates, comedy writer Susan Nickson seeks advice, exciting news about Patreon - and proof that Sitcom Geeks is good for you.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 07 Sep 2017 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_57/ 43:00 British Comedy Guide no Was this the greatest audience sitcom ever? James and Dave are joined by Ever Decreasing Circles expert Jason Hazeley to discuss the genius of Esmonde & Larbey. They're best known for The Good Life but this lesser known show is arguably their greatest work. Was this the greatest audience sitcom ever? James and Dave are joined by Ever Decreasing Circles expert Jason Hazeley to discuss the genius of Esmonde & Larbey. They're best known for The Good Life but this lesser known show is arguably their greatest work. Comedy.co.ukWas this the greatest audience sitcom ever? James and Dave are joined by Ever Decreasing Circles expert Jason Hazeley to discuss the genius of Esmonde & Larbey. They're best known for The Good Life but this lesser known show is arguably their greatest work.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 24 Aug 2017 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_56/ 45:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk to the co-writer of those Ladybird books, writer for Charlie Brooker, Philomena Cunk and Russ Abbot - Jason Hazeley. Oh, and he's the occasional keyboard player for Portishead. Course he is. He explains how he got started and has a theory that comedy is just music. Dave and James talk to the co-writer of those Ladybird books, writer for Charlie Brooker, Philomena Cunk and Russ Abbot - Jason Hazeley. Oh, and he's the occasional keyboard player for Portishead. Course he is. He explains how he got started and has a theory that comedy is just music. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk to the co-writer of those Ladybird books, writer for Charlie Brooker, Philomena Cunk and Russ Abbot - Jason Hazeley. Oh, and he's the occasional keyboard player for Portishead. Course he is. He explains how he got started and has a theory that comedy is just music.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Sat, 12 Aug 2017 10:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_55/ 28:00 British Comedy Guide no James, Dave and special guest Abigail Burdess discuss the Edinburgh Fringe, how to do it and how to survive it. Warning: this recording also features a Belgian mime artist. James, Dave and special guest Abigail Burdess discuss the Edinburgh Fringe, how to do it and how to survive it. Warning: this recording also features a Belgian mime artist. Comedy.co.ukJames, Dave and special guest Abigail Burdess discuss the Edinburgh Fringe, how to do it and how to survive it. Warning: this recording also features a Belgian mime artist.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 03 Aug 2017 14:45:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_54/ 50:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James' first foray into Facebook Live answering your sitcom-related questions is now a podcast, plus some thoughts on the recently announced BBC pilots. To watch it and see their pallid writerly faces, check out the Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/Sitcom-Geeks-103111846703601/ Dave and James' first foray into Facebook Live answering your sitcom-related questions is now a podcast, plus some thoughts on the recently announced BBC pilots. To watch it and see their pallid writerly faces, check out the Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/Sitcom-Geeks-103111846703601/ Comedy.co.ukDave and James' first foray into Facebook Live answering your sitcom-related questions is now a podcast, plus some thoughts on the recently announced BBC pilots. To watch it and see their pallid writerly faces, check out the Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/Sitcom-Geeks-103111846703601/Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 20 Jul 2017 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_53/ 39:00 British Comedy Guide no More tales from the comedy coalface with legend Barry Cryer including the first gay sitcom that never was, amazing double act Cleese & Dawson, and the first joke Barry sold to telly (it's a cracker). More tales from the comedy coalface with legend Barry Cryer including the first gay sitcom that never was, amazing double act Cleese & Dawson, and the first joke Barry sold to telly (it's a cracker). Comedy.co.ukMore tales from the comedy coalface with legend Barry Cryer including the first gay sitcom that never was, amazing double act Cleese & Dawson, and the first joke Barry sold to telly (it's a cracker).Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 06 Jul 2017 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_52/ 30:00 British Comedy Guide no Yes you read that right, James and Dave talk to comedy legend Barry Cryer about his work with Graham Chapman, and how David Frost shaped light entertainment. Yes you read that right, James and Dave talk to comedy legend Barry Cryer about his work with Graham Chapman, and how David Frost shaped light entertainment. Comedy.co.ukYes you read that right, James and Dave talk to comedy legend Barry Cryer about his work with Graham Chapman, and how David Frost shaped light entertainment.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 22 Jun 2017 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_51/ 47:00 British Comedy Guide no Fascinating discussion with Lovesick writer Tom Edge, who chats with Dave and James about finding the best producers for your work (can be done), working for free (shouldn't be done) and coping with failure and rejection (yes, happens to everyone). Fascinating discussion with Lovesick writer Tom Edge, who chats with Dave and James about finding the best producers for your work (can be done), working for free (shouldn't be done) and coping with failure and rejection (yes, happens to everyone). Comedy.co.ukFascinating discussion with Lovesick writer Tom Edge, who chats with Dave and James about finding the best producers for your work (can be done), working for free (shouldn't be done) and coping with failure and rejection (yes, happens to everyone).Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 08 Jun 2017 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_50/ 48:00 British Comedy Guide no A special event organised by the Writers' Guild to discuss the future of sitcom, with legendary sitcom writers Marks and Gran and BBC Radio Comedy Executive Julia McKenzie. Hosted by our very own sitcom geek James Cary. A special event organised by the Writers' Guild to discuss the future of sitcom, with legendary sitcom writers Marks and Gran and BBC Radio Comedy Executive Julia McKenzie. Hosted by our very own sitcom geek James Cary. Comedy.co.ukA special event organised by the Writers' Guild to discuss the future of sitcom, with legendary sitcom writers Marks and Gran and BBC Radio Comedy Executive Julia McKenzie. Hosted by our very own sitcom geek James Cary.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 25 May 2017 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_49/ 40:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James prevent Tom Edge from getting any useful work done by turning up to his house and asking him questions about how he created and wrote Scrotal Recall/Lovesick and bunch of other things besides. Dave and James prevent Tom Edge from getting any useful work done by turning up to his house and asking him questions about how he created and wrote Scrotal Recall/Lovesick and bunch of other things besides. Comedy.co.ukDave and James prevent Tom Edge from getting any useful work done by turning up to his house and asking him questions about how he created and wrote Scrotal Recall/Lovesick and bunch of other things besides.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 11 May 2017 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_48/ 32:00 British Comedy Guide no Writer/comedian/broadcaster Paul Kerensa (Miranda, Not Going Out and yes, Top Gear) talks to James about writing, performing, podcasting... and luck. Writer/comedian/broadcaster Paul Kerensa (Miranda, Not Going Out and yes, Top Gear) talks to James about writing, performing, podcasting... and luck. Comedy.co.ukWriter/comedian/broadcaster Paul Kerensa (Miranda, Not Going Out and yes, Top Gear) talks to James about writing, performing, podcasting... and luck.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 27 Apr 2017 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_47/ 50:00 British Comedy Guide no Part two of James's fascinating interview with Eric Chappell: More great insights into Only When I Laugh, Home To Roost and more - and the answer to the question 'will there ever be a Rising Damp re-make?' Part two of James's fascinating interview with Eric Chappell: More great insights into Only When I Laugh, Home To Roost and more - and the answer to the question 'will there ever be a Rising Damp re-make?' Comedy.co.ukPart two of James's fascinating interview with Eric Chappell: More great insights into Only When I Laugh, Home To Roost and more - and the answer to the question 'will there ever be a Rising Damp re-make?'Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 13 Apr 2017 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_46/ 43:00 British Comedy Guide no The Great Rigsby, Pt 1. James in lively and fascinating conversation with the great Eric Chappell, creator of Rising Damp, Only When I Laugh, Duty Free and many more great ITV sitcom hits. The Great Rigsby, Pt 1. James in lively and fascinating conversation with the great Eric Chappell, creator of Rising Damp, Only When I Laugh, Duty Free and many more great ITV sitcom hits. Comedy.co.ukThe Great Rigsby, Pt 1. James in lively and fascinating conversation with the great Eric Chappell, creator of Rising Damp, Only When I Laugh, Duty Free and many more great ITV sitcom hits.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 16 Mar 2017 09:01:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_45/ 36:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk about sketches, as well as books and podcasts on writing. And another First Ten Pages is put under the spotlight. Dave and James talk about sketches, as well as books and podcasts on writing. And another First Ten Pages is put under the spotlight. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk about sketches, as well as books and podcasts on writing. And another First Ten Pages is put under the spotlight.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 16 Mar 2017 01:01:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_44/ 43:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave return with two more ten page challenges, and tackle your questions - including story arcs, meeting producers, and the exact mathematical answer to 'how many plots per episode?'. James and Dave return with two more ten page challenges, and tackle your questions - including story arcs, meeting producers, and the exact mathematical answer to 'how many plots per episode?'. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave return with two more ten page challenges, and tackle your questions - including story arcs, meeting producers, and the exact mathematical answer to 'how many plots per episode?'.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 02 Mar 2017 08:40:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_43/ 53:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James conclude their discussion with comedy legend John Lloyd talking about Blackadder and, yes, another massive show that John Lloyd had a hand in, To The Manor Born. Dave and James conclude their discussion with comedy legend John Lloyd talking about Blackadder and, yes, another massive show that John Lloyd had a hand in, To The Manor Born. Comedy.co.ukDave and James conclude their discussion with comedy legend John Lloyd talking about Blackadder and, yes, another massive show that John Lloyd had a hand in, To The Manor Born.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 16 Feb 2017 01:01:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_42/ 47:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave celebrate Episode 42 by discussing Life, the Universe and Everything with comedy legend and original Hitchhiker's Guide co-writer John Lloyd. A funny and touching tour of Douglas Adams's brain - plus 40 years of John's great creation, The News Quiz. James and Dave celebrate Episode 42 by discussing Life, the Universe and Everything with comedy legend and original Hitchhiker's Guide co-writer John Lloyd. A funny and touching tour of Douglas Adams's brain - plus 40 years of John's great creation, The News Quiz. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave celebrate Episode 42 by discussing Life, the Universe and Everything with comedy legend and original Hitchhiker's Guide co-writer John Lloyd. A funny and touching tour of Douglas Adams's brain - plus 40 years of John's great creation, The News Quiz.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 02 Feb 2017 01:01:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_41/ 47:00 British Comedy Guide no James Cary talks to comedy producer Steve Doherty (Have I Got News For You, Never Mind The Buzzcocks) about sketches, The News Huddlines, getting out of London, trains and The Craft of Comedy Festival in Llandudno. James Cary talks to comedy producer Steve Doherty (Have I Got News For You, Never Mind The Buzzcocks) about sketches, The News Huddlines, getting out of London, trains and The Craft of Comedy Festival in Llandudno. Comedy.co.ukJames Cary talks to comedy producer Steve Doherty (Have I Got News For You, Never Mind The Buzzcocks) about sketches, The News Huddlines, getting out of London, trains and The Craft of Comedy Festival in Llandudno.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 19 Jan 2017 01:01:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_40/ 40:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave, joined by Abigail Burdess and Kay Stonham, discuss the shows nominated for the Writers' Guild Best Radio Comedy Award - Guilt Trip, The Pin and John Finnemore's Double Acts. Plus more great advice about writing for the new series of Newsjack, and you get to find out what a 'bottle episode' is. James and Dave, joined by Abigail Burdess and Kay Stonham, discuss the shows nominated for the Writers' Guild Best Radio Comedy Award - Guilt Trip, The Pin and John Finnemore's Double Acts. Plus more great advice about writing for the new series of Newsjack, and you get to find out what a 'bottle episode' is. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave, joined by Abigail Burdess and Kay Stonham, discuss the shows nominated for the Writers' Guild Best Radio Comedy Award - Guilt Trip, The Pin and John Finnemore's Double Acts. Plus more great advice about writing for the new series of Newsjack, and you get to find out what a 'bottle episode' is.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 05 Jan 2017 01:01:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_39/ 42:00 British Comedy Guide no James Cary and Dave Cohen are joined by Abigail Burdess and Kay Stonham to talk about the Writers' Guild of Great Britain Awards, particularly the shows nominated for Best TV Sitcom (People Just Do Nothing, Plebs, Fleabag). They also talk about sitcom trends, story arcs and what even qualifies as a sitcom these days. James Cary and Dave Cohen are joined by Abigail Burdess and Kay Stonham to talk about the Writers' Guild of Great Britain Awards, particularly the shows nominated for Best TV Sitcom (People Just Do Nothing, Plebs, Fleabag). They also talk about sitcom trends, story arcs and what even qualifies as a sitcom these days. Comedy.co.ukJames Cary and Dave Cohen are joined by Abigail Burdess and Kay Stonham to talk about the Writers' Guild of Great Britain Awards, particularly the shows nominated for Best TV Sitcom (People Just Do Nothing, Plebs, Fleabag). They also talk about sitcom trends, story arcs and what even qualifies as a sitcom these days.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 15 Dec 2016 01:01:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_38/ 28:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk about the pitfalls of story arcs, fixing characters and breaking fourth walls. Dave and James talk about the pitfalls of story arcs, fixing characters and breaking fourth walls. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk about the pitfalls of story arcs, fixing characters and breaking fourth walls.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 01 Dec 2016 01:01:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_37/ 44:00 British Comedy Guide no In this episode, Dave and James return to the pain and pleasure (and many other p's) of plotting. Plus two 'First Ten Pages'. In this episode, Dave and James return to the pain and pleasure (and many other p's) of plotting. Plus two 'First Ten Pages'. Comedy.co.ukIn this episode, Dave and James return to the pain and pleasure (and many other p's) of plotting. Plus two 'First Ten Pages'.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 17 Nov 2016 01:01:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_36/ 25:00 British Comedy Guide no In this slightly chaotic and brief edition recorded at the Writers' Guild of Great Britain, Dave Cohen and James Cary are joined by Kay Stonham, Carrie Quinlan, Joel Morris and Abigail Burdess. They talk about money, making your own show and, somehow, unboxing. In this slightly chaotic and brief edition recorded at the Writers' Guild of Great Britain, Dave Cohen and James Cary are joined by Kay Stonham, Carrie Quinlan, Joel Morris and Abigail Burdess. They talk about money, making your own show and, somehow, unboxing. Comedy.co.ukIn this slightly chaotic and brief edition recorded at the Writers' Guild of Great Britain, Dave Cohen and James Cary are joined by Kay Stonham, Carrie Quinlan, Joel Morris and Abigail Burdess. They talk about money, making your own show and, somehow, unboxing.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 03 Nov 2016 14:40:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_35/ 34:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James talk about what makes a sitcom character - and the importance of familiarity, flaws and lack of self-awareness. Plus another brief appearance from the rodents. Dave and James talk about what makes a sitcom character - and the importance of familiarity, flaws and lack of self-awareness. Plus another brief appearance from the rodents. Comedy.co.ukDave and James talk about what makes a sitcom character - and the importance of familiarity, flaws and lack of self-awareness. Plus another brief appearance from the rodents.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 20 Oct 2016 01:50:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_34/ 43:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James look at three First Ten Page pages, and answer some listener questions, including what happens when you switch on the TV and realise someone has got to your sitcom idea first. Also featuring guinea pigs. Dave and James look at three First Ten Page pages, and answer some listener questions, including what happens when you switch on the TV and realise someone has got to your sitcom idea first. Also featuring guinea pigs. Comedy.co.ukDave and James look at three First Ten Page pages, and answer some listener questions, including what happens when you switch on the TV and realise someone has got to your sitcom idea first. Also featuring guinea pigs.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 06 Oct 2016 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_33/ 35:00 British Comedy Guide no We all love Dougal, Trigger and Bubble. There is a fine traditional of idiocy in sitcoms. James and Dave talk about the joys and challenges of idiots - and how they can be surprisingly useful. We all love Dougal, Trigger and Bubble. There is a fine traditional of idiocy in sitcoms. James and Dave talk about the joys and challenges of idiots - and how they can be surprisingly useful. Comedy.co.ukWe all love Dougal, Trigger and Bubble. There is a fine traditional of idiocy in sitcoms. James and Dave talk about the joys and challenges of idiots - and how they can be surprisingly useful.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 22 Sep 2016 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_32/ 38:00 British Comedy Guide no With the return of Newsjack on Radio 4 Extra, James and Dave explain why every wannabe sitcom writer should be brushing up their topical sketches. With the return of Newsjack on Radio 4 Extra, James and Dave explain why every wannabe sitcom writer should be brushing up their topical sketches. Comedy.co.ukWith the return of Newsjack on Radio 4 Extra, James and Dave explain why every wannabe sitcom writer should be brushing up their topical sketches.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 08 Sep 2016 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_31/ 9:00 British Comedy Guide no In this shorter episode, James answers an email and recommends other listening that should be of interest to sitcom writers. Back to normal soon. Promise! In this shorter episode, James answers an email and recommends other listening that should be of interest to sitcom writers. Back to normal soon. Promise! Comedy.co.ukIn this shorter episode, James answers an email and recommends other listening that should be of interest to sitcom writers. Back to normal soon. Promise!Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 18 Aug 2016 22:55:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_30/ 40:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave get geeky and technical with writer/script editor Andrew Ellard as they ask listeners' questions, covering characters, plot lines and sitcoms set-ups. So they cover everything, really. Nice. James and Dave get geeky and technical with writer/script editor Andrew Ellard as they ask listeners' questions, covering characters, plot lines and sitcoms set-ups. So they cover everything, really. Nice. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave get geeky and technical with writer/script editor Andrew Ellard as they ask listeners' questions, covering characters, plot lines and sitcoms set-ups. So they cover everything, really. Nice.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 04 Aug 2016 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_29/ 35:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave talk to writer/script editor Andrew Ellard about his Channel 4 Blap, Outsiders, and his work on Chewing Gum. James and Dave talk to writer/script editor Andrew Ellard about his Channel 4 Blap, Outsiders, and his work on Chewing Gum. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave talk to writer/script editor Andrew Ellard about his Channel 4 Blap, Outsiders, and his work on Chewing Gum.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 14 Jul 2016 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_28/ 52:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave chat to the king of kids' TV writing, Ben Ward, about Horrible Histories, SMTV and how to write the perfect episode of Danger Mouse. Crumbs! James and Dave chat to the king of kids' TV writing, Ben Ward, about Horrible Histories, SMTV and how to write the perfect episode of Danger Mouse. Crumbs! Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave chat to the king of kids' TV writing, Ben Ward, about Horrible Histories, SMTV and how to write the perfect episode of Danger Mouse. Crumbs!Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 30 Jun 2016 07:40:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_27/ 50:00 British Comedy Guide no James and David talk about the pros and cons of crowdfunding sitcoms and give notes on the first ten pages of three scripts sent in by some brave listeners. James and David talk about the pros and cons of crowdfunding sitcoms and give notes on the first ten pages of three scripts sent in by some brave listeners. Comedy.co.ukJames and David talk about the pros and cons of crowdfunding sitcoms and give notes on the first ten pages of three scripts sent in by some brave listeners.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 16 Jun 2016 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_26/ 40:00 British Comedy Guide no Do you want some advice? Of course you don't, there's nothing more annoying than someone telling you what's wrong with your work of genius. In this episode Dave and James talk about how to deal with feedback. Do you want some advice? Of course you don't, there's nothing more annoying than someone telling you what's wrong with your work of genius. In this episode Dave and James talk about how to deal with feedback. Comedy.co.ukDo you want some advice? Of course you don't, there's nothing more annoying than someone telling you what's wrong with your work of genius. In this episode Dave and James talk about how to deal with feedback.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 02 Jun 2016 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_25/ 33:00 British Comedy Guide no In this episode Dave, James and Katie explain why - whether you're a writer, performer, writer-performer or spectator - it's essential you spend some time checking out the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, plus offer some tips on how to survive it. In this episode Dave, James and Katie explain why - whether you're a writer, performer, writer-performer or spectator - it's essential you spend some time checking out the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, plus offer some tips on how to survive it. Comedy.co.ukIn this episode Dave, James and Katie explain why - whether you're a writer, performer, writer-performer or spectator - it's essential you spend some time checking out the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, plus offer some tips on how to survive it.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 19 May 2016 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_24/ 38:00 British Comedy Guide no In our final episode from this year's Llandudno Craft of Comedy festival, Dave Cohen talks Baby Cow, Car Share and more with top producer Gill Isles. In our final episode from this year's Llandudno Craft of Comedy festival, Dave Cohen talks Baby Cow, Car Share and more with top producer Gill Isles. Comedy.co.ukIn our final episode from this year's Llandudno Craft of Comedy festival, Dave Cohen talks Baby Cow, Car Share and more with top producer Gill Isles.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 05 May 2016 01:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_23/ 26:00 British Comedy Guide no In the second of their interviews from the Llandudno Craft of Comedy Conference, James and Dave talk to Radio 4 Comedy Commissioner Sioned Wiliam - fascinating, fact-packed and a must for radio comedy writers at every level. In the second of their interviews from the Llandudno Craft of Comedy Conference, James and Dave talk to Radio 4 Comedy Commissioner Sioned Wiliam - fascinating, fact-packed and a must for radio comedy writers at every level. Comedy.co.ukIn the second of their interviews from the Llandudno Craft of Comedy Conference, James and Dave talk to Radio 4 Comedy Commissioner Sioned Wiliam - fascinating, fact-packed and a must for radio comedy writers at every level.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 21 Apr 2016 09:50:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_22/ 46:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave and James record an interview with Ian Martin in front of a live audience at the Craft of Comedy Conference in Llandudno. They talk about the writing of The Thick Of It and Veep. As you'd expect, there is some swearing. Dave and James record an interview with Ian Martin in front of a live audience at the Craft of Comedy Conference in Llandudno. They talk about the writing of The Thick Of It and Veep. As you'd expect, there is some swearing. Comedy.co.ukDave and James record an interview with Ian Martin in front of a live audience at the Craft of Comedy Conference in Llandudno. They talk about the writing of The Thick Of It and Veep. As you'd expect, there is some swearing.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 07 Apr 2016 07:40:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_21/ 46:00 British Comedy Guide no In this packed episode, James and Dave dip into the mailbag (for once) and answer questions about writing for specific TV names, and the merits of characters we never see, like Mrs Mainwairing. Plus two Ten Page Challenges (get the scripts via the Facebook page), and a chat about pursuing other projects. Told you it was packed. In this packed episode, James and Dave dip into the mailbag (for once) and answer questions about writing for specific TV names, and the merits of characters we never see, like Mrs Mainwairing. Plus two Ten Page Challenges (get the scripts via the Facebook page), and a chat about pursuing other projects. Told you it was packed. Comedy.co.ukIn this packed episode, James and Dave dip into the mailbag (for once) and answer questions about writing for specific TV names, and the merits of characters we never see, like Mrs Mainwairing. Plus two Ten Page Challenges (get the scripts via the Facebook page), and a chat about pursuing other projects. Told you it was packed.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 24 Mar 2016 01:01:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_20/ 38:00 British Comedy Guide no James Cary talks to writer and performer Mark Evans about starting out, Bleak Expectations, and the frustrations of TV transfers. James Cary talks to writer and performer Mark Evans about starting out, Bleak Expectations, and the frustrations of TV transfers. Comedy.co.ukJames Cary talks to writer and performer Mark Evans about starting out, Bleak Expectations, and the frustrations of TV transfers.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 10 Mar 2016 00:25:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_19/ 36:00 British Comedy Guide no As if you don't have enough work to do creating believable funny characters and great stories, when you start to create a new sitcom you also need to think hard about the world you're inventing. More insights from James and Dave on how to do this: Plus a new 10 page challenge all the way from China. As if you don't have enough work to do creating believable funny characters and great stories, when you start to create a new sitcom you also need to think hard about the world you're inventing. More insights from James and Dave on how to do this: Plus a new 10 page challenge all the way from China. Comedy.co.ukAs if you don't have enough work to do creating believable funny characters and great stories, when you start to create a new sitcom you also need to think hard about the world you're inventing. More insights from James and Dave on how to do this: Plus a new 10 page challenge all the way from China.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 25 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_18/ 30:00 British Comedy Guide no Bill Dare is a writer, producer, novelist, and Senior Tutor for the National Film and Television School's Comedy Writing course. James and Dave grill Bill about writing sitcom, how to get on in the comedy world, and what advice he has for new writers. Bill Dare is a writer, producer, novelist, and Senior Tutor for the National Film and Television School's Comedy Writing course. James and Dave grill Bill about writing sitcom, how to get on in the comedy world, and what advice he has for new writers. Comedy.co.ukBill Dare is a writer, producer, novelist, and Senior Tutor for the National Film and Television School's Comedy Writing course. James and Dave grill Bill about writing sitcom, how to get on in the comedy world, and what advice he has for new writers.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 11 Feb 2016 00:20:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_17/ 33:00 British Comedy Guide no With a new series of Newsjack starting on BBC Radio 4 Extra, James and Dave discuss why you should be writing for it, and how. They're joined by Dead Ringers producer and National Film Television School comedy tutor Bill Dare. With a new series of Newsjack starting on BBC Radio 4 Extra, James and Dave discuss why you should be writing for it, and how. They're joined by Dead Ringers producer and National Film Television School comedy tutor Bill Dare. Comedy.co.ukWith a new series of Newsjack starting on BBC Radio 4 Extra, James and Dave discuss why you should be writing for it, and how. They're joined by Dead Ringers producer and National Film Television School comedy tutor Bill Dare.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 28 Jan 2016 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_16/ 41:00 British Comedy Guide no Do your big plans for 2016 include making a YouTube video to showcase your brilliant sitcom script? Listen to the advice of James and Dave before you decide. Plus the latest 10 page challenge, featuring a script by... James Cary. Do your big plans for 2016 include making a YouTube video to showcase your brilliant sitcom script? Listen to the advice of James and Dave before you decide. Plus the latest 10 page challenge, featuring a script by... James Cary. Comedy.co.ukDo your big plans for 2016 include making a YouTube video to showcase your brilliant sitcom script? Listen to the advice of James and Dave before you decide. Plus the latest 10 page challenge, featuring a script by... James Cary.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 14 Jan 2016 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_15/ 34:00 British Comedy Guide no In this action-packed episode, Dave and James discuss what commissioners say they're looking for in 2016, and what they really are looking for. They're joined by The Times' Comedy Critic Alex Hardy with a round-up of the latest new sitcoms. Plus the 10 page challenge. In this action-packed episode, Dave and James discuss what commissioners say they're looking for in 2016, and what they really are looking for. They're joined by The Times' Comedy Critic Alex Hardy with a round-up of the latest new sitcoms. Plus the 10 page challenge. Comedy.co.ukIn this action-packed episode, Dave and James discuss what commissioners say they're looking for in 2016, and what they really are looking for. They're joined by The Times' Comedy Critic Alex Hardy with a round-up of the latest new sitcoms. Plus the 10 page challenge.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 31 Dec 2015 13:00:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_14/ 31:00 British Comedy Guide no A look back at the sitcom highlights of 2015 with special guest Alex Hardy, comedy critic for The Times. And another 10 page challenge. A look back at the sitcom highlights of 2015 with special guest Alex Hardy, comedy critic for The Times. And another 10 page challenge. Comedy.co.ukA look back at the sitcom highlights of 2015 with special guest Alex Hardy, comedy critic for The Times. And another 10 page challenge.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 17 Dec 2015 00:01:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_13/ 43:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave talk about those things that are easily forgotten as you establish your characters and plot your stories: jokes. We also look at the First Ten Pages of a listener's script, Ivy View. And they're joined by comedy critic from The Times, Alex Hardy. James and Dave talk about those things that are easily forgotten as you establish your characters and plot your stories: jokes. We also look at the First Ten Pages of a listener's script, Ivy View. And they're joined by comedy critic from The Times, Alex Hardy. Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave talk about those things that are easily forgotten as you establish your characters and plot your stories: jokes. We also look at the First Ten Pages of a listener's script, Ivy View. And they're joined by comedy critic from The Times, Alex Hardy.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 03 Dec 2015 00:01:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_12/ 39:00 British Comedy Guide no This episode James and Dave are joined by producer extraordinaire David Tyler (Victoria Wood, John Finnemore's Cabin Pressure, Milton Jones, Steve Coogan, Marcus Brigstocke, Jeremy Hardy and dozens more) to discuss the joys of writing for radio. This episode James and Dave are joined by producer extraordinaire David Tyler (Victoria Wood, John Finnemore's Cabin Pressure, Milton Jones, Steve Coogan, Marcus Brigstocke, Jeremy Hardy and dozens more) to discuss the joys of writing for radio. Comedy.co.ukThis episode James and Dave are joined by producer extraordinaire David Tyler (Victoria Wood, John Finnemore's Cabin Pressure, Milton Jones, Steve Coogan, Marcus Brigstocke, Jeremy Hardy and dozens more) to discuss the joys of writing for radio.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 19 Nov 2015 00:01:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_11/ 38:00 British Comedy Guide no With the rise of the writer-performer sitcom, Dave and James look at what this means for the humble sitcom writer. (SPOILERS: There are pros. And there are cons.) Also: The launch of a new feature based on your First Ten Pages. Are you going to send us your first Ten Pages? Hear what happened to Dave when he did. With the rise of the writer-performer sitcom, Dave and James look at what this means for the humble sitcom writer. (SPOILERS: There are pros. And there are cons.) Also: The launch of a new feature based on your First Ten Pages. Are you going to send us your first Ten Pages? Hear what happened to Dave when he did. Comedy.co.ukWith the rise of the writer-performer sitcom, Dave and James look at what this means for the humble sitcom writer. (SPOILERS: There are pros. And there are cons.) Also: The launch of a new feature based on your First Ten Pages. Are you going to send us your first Ten Pages? Hear what happened to Dave when he did.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 05 Nov 2015 01:10:00 +0000 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_10/ 45:00 British Comedy Guide no This week: secondary characters who populate your sitcom. Dave (the posh snob) Cohen and James (the cockney spiv) Cary discuss how to make sure your archetypes don't turn into stereotypes. Also, James is writing a sitcom on the internet. What could possibly go wrong...? This week: secondary characters who populate your sitcom. Dave (the posh snob) Cohen and James (the cockney spiv) Cary discuss how to make sure your archetypes don't turn into stereotypes. Also, James is writing a sitcom on the internet. What could possibly go wrong...? Comedy.co.ukThis week: secondary characters who populate your sitcom. Dave (the posh snob) Cohen and James (the cockney spiv) Cary discuss how to make sure your archetypes don't turn into stereotypes. Also, James is writing a sitcom on the internet. What could possibly go wrong...?Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 22 Oct 2015 00:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_09/ 35:00 British Comedy Guide no We've had larger-than-life monsters and odd couples, in this episode James and Dave explore the ensemble sitcom, where many characters vie for our attention. Expect the name 'David Croft' to appear on several occasions. And 'Cheers'. Also: why you should be trying to write audience sitcoms. We've had larger-than-life monsters and odd couples, in this episode James and Dave explore the ensemble sitcom, where many characters vie for our attention. Expect the name 'David Croft' to appear on several occasions. And 'Cheers'. Also: why you should be trying to write audience sitcoms. Comedy.co.ukWe've had larger-than-life monsters and odd couples, in this episode James and Dave explore the ensemble sitcom, where many characters vie for our attention. Expect the name 'David Croft' to appear on several occasions. And 'Cheers'. Also: why you should be trying to write audience sitcoms.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 08 Oct 2015 00:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_08/ 35:00 British Comedy Guide no Hey! You! Look! Producers and script readers need to be grabbed by your script from the opening page. In this episode, James and Dave discuss the essential ingredients required in your first ten pages. Hey! You! Look! Producers and script readers need to be grabbed by your script from the opening page. In this episode, James and Dave discuss the essential ingredients required in your first ten pages. Comedy.co.ukHey! You! Look! Producers and script readers need to be grabbed by your script from the opening page. In this episode, James and Dave discuss the essential ingredients required in your first ten pages.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 24 Sep 2015 00:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_07/ 44:00 British Comedy Guide no What's the story? Now you have characters you need lots to happen to them. Things that allow them to dig themselves so deep into holes it'll take the rest of the episode to dig them out again. James and Dave explain how to generate plots - and Katie looks back on this year's Edinburgh Fringe. What's the story? Now you have characters you need lots to happen to them. Things that allow them to dig themselves so deep into holes it'll take the rest of the episode to dig them out again. James and Dave explain how to generate plots - and Katie looks back on this year's Edinburgh Fringe. Comedy.co.ukWhat's the story? Now you have characters you need lots to happen to them. Things that allow them to dig themselves so deep into holes it'll take the rest of the episode to dig them out again. James and Dave explain how to generate plots - and Katie looks back on this year's Edinburgh Fringe.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 10 Sep 2015 00:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_06/ 36:00 British Comedy Guide no In the second of a two-part special, James talks to Kevin Cecil and Andy Riley (Gnomeo & Juliet, Little Britain and more) about Hyperdrive, Black Books, The Great Outdoors and Veep. In the second of a two-part special, James talks to Kevin Cecil and Andy Riley (Gnomeo & Juliet, Little Britain and more) about Hyperdrive, Black Books, The Great Outdoors and Veep. Comedy.co.ukIn the second of a two-part special, James talks to Kevin Cecil and Andy Riley (Gnomeo & Juliet, Little Britain and more) about Hyperdrive, Black Books, The Great Outdoors and Veep.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 27 Aug 2015 00:01:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_05/ 31:00 British Comedy Guide no In the first of a two-part special, James talks to Kevin Cecil and Andy Riley (Black Books, Veep, Gnomeo & Juliet, Little Britain and many more) about how they got started, with tonnes of helpful advice for sitcom writers. In the first of a two-part special, James talks to Kevin Cecil and Andy Riley (Black Books, Veep, Gnomeo & Juliet, Little Britain and many more) about how they got started, with tonnes of helpful advice for sitcom writers. Comedy.co.ukIn the first of a two-part special, James talks to Kevin Cecil and Andy Riley (Black Books, Veep, Gnomeo & Juliet, Little Britain and many more) about how they got started, with tonnes of helpful advice for sitcom writers.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 13 Aug 2015 01:20:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_04/ 34:00 British Comedy Guide no This episode Dave and James offer advice about choosing the best story to write up for your pilot episode. And using the benefit of hindsight they send you off to the brilliant pilots that became the greatest sitcoms ever. In their opinion, of course. This episode Dave and James offer advice about choosing the best story to write up for your pilot episode. And using the benefit of hindsight they send you off to the brilliant pilots that became the greatest sitcoms ever. In their opinion, of course. Comedy.co.ukThis episode Dave and James offer advice about choosing the best story to write up for your pilot episode. And using the benefit of hindsight they send you off to the brilliant pilots that became the greatest sitcoms ever. In their opinion, of course.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 30 Jul 2015 00:22:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_03/ 35:00 British Comedy Guide no This week James and Dave discuss mismatched couples and why, despite everything, they stick together. Whether they're part of a family, partners, work colleagues, or simply unable to separate, these relationships are a great source of comedy for your show. This week James and Dave discuss mismatched couples and why, despite everything, they stick together. Whether they're part of a family, partners, work colleagues, or simply unable to separate, these relationships are a great source of comedy for your show. Comedy.co.ukThis week James and Dave discuss mismatched couples and why, despite everything, they stick together. Whether they're part of a family, partners, work colleagues, or simply unable to separate, these relationships are a great source of comedy for your show.Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Thu, 16 Jul 2015 00:10:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_02/ 38:00 British Comedy Guide no James and Dave discuss sitcom characters, how they need to be 'Larger than Life' and how you can normally push them much further than you think. They also discuss characters who are monsters (Basil Fawlty, David Brent, Victor Meldrew) and opportunists (Del Boy, Fletcher, Blackadder). James and Dave discuss sitcom characters, how they need to be 'Larger than Life' and how you can normally push them much further than you think. They also discuss characters who are monsters (Basil Fawlty, David Brent, Victor Meldrew) and opportunists (Del Boy, Fletcher, Blackadder). Comedy.co.ukJames and Dave discuss sitcom characters, how they need to be 'Larger than Life' and how you can normally push them much further than you think. They also discuss characters who are monsters (Basil Fawlty, David Brent, Victor Meldrew) and opportunists (Del Boy, Fletcher, Blackadder).Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen Wed, 01 Jul 2015 10:00:00 +0100 https://www.comedy.co.uk/podcasts/sitcom_geeks/episode_01/ 31:00 British Comedy Guide no Dave Cohen and James Cary talk about the difference between what your sitcom appears to be about (ie. situation) and what it's actually about (something more profound, ideally). Dave Cohen and James Cary talk about the difference between what your sitcom appears to be about (ie. situation) and what it's actually about (something more profound, ideally). Comedy.co.ukDave Cohen and James Cary talk about the difference between what your sitcom appears to be about (ie. situation) and what it's actually about (something more profound, ideally).Sitcom,Geeks,Comedy,Writing,James,Cary,Dave,Cohen