Podcast Summary
Kill Tony World Tour with New Dates and Merchandise: Comedy podcast Kill Tony is going on a world tour with new dates in various cities. Fans can buy tickets and merchandise online, and hosts Brian Redban and Tony Hinchcliffe are excited to return to live performances after recovering from illness.
Kill Tony, a popular comedy podcast and live show, is going on a world tour with various tour dates in different cities including Philadelphia, West Nyack, New York, Sacramento, and San Francisco. Fans can purchase tickets for these shows on desk squad.tv or live nation.com. The podcast's hosts, Brian Redban and Tony Hinchcliffe, have recovered from a previous illness and are excited to be performing live again. Desk Squad merchandise, including official Kill Tony t-shirts, can be purchased on shopsquad.tv. Additionally, Policygenius was mentioned as a helpful resource for comparing and buying life insurance. Caveman Coffee and Infinite CBD were also promoted as products that the hosts use and recommend.
Bringing Kill Tony to Europe despite potential budget concerns: The speaker prioritized bringing the Kill Tony band to Europe for their live show, even if it meant going over budget.
The speaker, who has been working with a British management company, was given the suggestion to replace Jimmy Carr with other comedians. However, the speaker refused and brought the Kill Tony band with them to Europe for the live show, despite potential budget concerns. The band commits to staying in character for each episode, and the speaker expressed excitement about having feminist Stacy and feminist Macy in England. The audience was smaller than expected, but the show went on with the comedian pulling names from a bucket for uninterrupted stand-up performances, followed by interviews. The speaker warned the audience that his sense of humor may hurt feelings and made a comment about a bouncer, emphasizing their readiness for the live show in London.
Mike Carrington's Relatable and Embarrassing Humor: Relatable and embarrassing topics can make for effective comedy, as seen in Mike Carrington's personal experience with hemorrhoids and his roots in Leeds, England.
The comedian Mike Carrington opened the show by sharing a personal experience about having hemorrhoids and how it affected his relationship. He joked about the situation and even discussed the use of suppositories. The audience seemed amused and engaged, showing that relatable and embarrassing topics can be effective in comedy. Additionally, Mike mentioned his roots in Leeds, England, and his job at the oldest pub in the city. The comedians on the show poked fun at the English and their regional divisions, adding to the overall humor of the segment.
Entertaining anecdotes from the comedy world: Comedians Mike and Tony shared stories of a man with hemorrhoids trying to stab people and a Rubik's cube-solving guest, highlighting the unusual experiences and camaraderie in the entertainment industry
The conversation between Mike and Tony, two comedians, revealed various intriguing and often humorous anecdotes from their personal and professional lives. One of these stories involved a man with hemorrhoids, or "piles," who would try to stab people with needles, resulting in a disturbing incident at the bar they both worked at. Another story involved a Rubik's cube-solving guest and Mike's girlfriend's unexpected enthusiasm for the comedy show. Despite the unusual topics, the conversation showcased the unique experiences and perspectives that come with working in the entertainment industry. Additionally, the comedians displayed a sense of camaraderie and ease with each other, making for an engaging and amusing conversation.
A candid conversation about orgies, sex, and unusual body parts: Noah and Mike shared their experiences with orgies and one-on-one relationships, discussed emotional and unusual sexual encounters, and joked about body parts like nipples and hemorrhoids.
The conversation between Noah and Mike revolved around various topics including their experiences with orgies, sex, and unusual body parts like nipples. Noah shared that he used to enjoy orgies but now prefers one-on-one relationships because of the unpredictability of meeting new people. Mike asked Noah about his past experiences in orgies and shared his own, which included emotional and unusual encounters. They also joked about Noah's prominent nipples and discussed various body-related topics like hemorrhoids and toilet seats for the disabled. The conversation was filled with humor and candidness, showcasing their comfort level with each other.
A Financial Adviser's Unexpected Comedy Debut: A financial adviser stepped out of his comfort zone to perform stand-up comedy for the first time, sharing his love for Pink Floyd, experiences of new fatherhood, and past battles with humor.
Ollie White, a financial adviser and first-time comedian, shared his unique experiences during his debut performance on a London comedy show. Despite his nervousness and initial struggles, he revealed his love for Pink Floyd and his inspiration from London. He also shared anecdotes about his life, including his newborn baby and his past fighting experiences. Despite the occasional misstep, Ollie showcased his ability to connect with the audience and handle unexpected situations with humor. Overall, his performance highlighted the unexpected joys and challenges of trying something new and embracing vulnerability on stage.
An unpredictable conversation at the comedy club: Live comedy is unscripted and unpredictable, requiring performers to think on their feet and adapt to unexpected situations.
The conversation between Ollie and the comedian at the comedy club was filled with unexpected twists and turns, showcasing the unpredictability of live stand-up comedy. The discussion ranged from Ollie's newborn baby, his parents' backgrounds, and his Thai boxing experience, which led to a surprising performance on stage. The conversation also touched upon feminist topics, with the comedian, Stacy, making a bold entrance and revealing a surprising secret. Despite the unexpected turns, Ollie handled the situation with grace and humor, demonstrating his ability to adapt to the unexpected. The conversation showcases the unique and unscripted nature of live comedy and the importance of being able to think on your feet.
Massey's Unique Background and Challenges: Comedian Massey shares his Iranian-English heritage, parents' meeting story, potential travel challenges, and humorous anecdotes, showcasing his personality and excitement for upcoming shows.
Massey, a comedian, shares his unique background and experiences during an interview. He reveals that he is half Iranian and half English, and talks about how his parents met and the challenges he might face if he were to visit Iran. Massey also shares some humorous anecdotes about his past, including a story about immigration and losing his A-Team action figure. Throughout the conversation, Massey's personality shines through, making for an entertaining and engaging interview. Additionally, he expresses his excitement about upcoming shows and the return of his comedy routine. Overall, the conversation provides insight into Massey's background and sense of humor.
Comparing Appearances to Jesus and Religion Discussion: Massie shares his resemblance to Jesus and his lack of interest in organized religion, leading to a playful bet about touching one's own genitals with the tongue.
During a conversation between Ryan and Massie, they discussed various topics including Massie's appearance, religion, and personal experiences. Massie shared that he often gets compared to Jesus due to his long hair and beard. They also talked about religion, with Massie identifying as Iranian and English and expressing a lack of interest in organized religion. The conversation then turned to flexibility, with Massie making a claim about his ability to touch his own penis with his tongue. Ryan was skeptical and made a bet that if they ever became rich, they would settle the matter with a panel of judges. The conversation also touched on various other topics, including circumcision and body image. Overall, the conversation was filled with humor and lighthearted banter.
Discussing Red Band's proximity to a drumstick during comedy performance: During a comedy show, hosts discussed Red Band's adherence to instructions regarding proximity to a drumstick, causing confusion over whether he was cheating or following correctly.
During a comedy performance, the hosts discussed the topic of measuring a comedian's proximity to an object, specifically a drumstick, and the distance was measured to be approximately 7 inches. However, there was confusion as to whether the comedian, Red Band, was actually following the instructions correctly or if he was cheating by mistakenly believing the drumstick was an ice cream stick. The discussion also touched upon various unrelated topics such as James Nunjee, dinner ladies, and the length of time Red Band had been performing stand-up comedy. Overall, the conversation showcased the light-hearted and humorous nature of the comedy show.
Lee Hudson's Comedic Past and Current Job: Lee Hudson, a comedian and analyst in corporate finance, shared his athletic past, current job, and hobby of playing poker. He bonded with Salih over their shared love for comedy and intelligence, revealing his nervous tell of turning red under pressure.
The group had an engaging and humorous conversation with various guests, including Lee Hudson, a comedian and analyst in corporate finance. Lee shared his athletic past, his current job, and his hobby of playing poker. He also revealed his nervous tell of turning red when under pressure. Lee and Salih bonded over their shared love for comedy and intelligence, and Lee shared that he had been texting jokes from Frasier Smith before the show. The group also discussed various topics such as relationships, Willy Wonka, and the possibility of Lee returning for another comedy performance. Overall, the conversation showcased the guests' diverse backgrounds and interests, as well as the group's ability to connect and find common ground with them.
Mooch's Multicultural Upbringing and Love for Music: Comedian Mooch shares his experiences of growing up in a multicultural family, starting stand-up comedy, and his passion for house techno and organizing events.
The comedian, Mooch, shares his unique upbringing in a multicultural family and the challenges it brought, his experiences of starting stand-up comedy, and his love for organizing events and house techno music. Despite the hardships, Mooch finds humor in his life, joking about his ethnic background and his new relationship. He also discusses his past attempts at DJing and his fearsome appearance, which makes him seem like a formidable fighter, but he admits to being a terrible one due to his drinking habits. Mooch's open mic night is a new venture in Vauxhall, London, and he is passionate about house techno and drum and bass music. Overall, Mooch's performance showcases his ability to find humor in his personal experiences and his love for music and events.
Comedy Open Mic in Vauxhall: Hosting Challenges and Gay Area Reputation: Host Jeremiah Watkins shares his experiences of hosting comedy open mics in Vauxhall, a gay area of London, and discusses the challenges of maintaining crowd control.
The discussion revolves around a comedy open mic event at a venue in Vauxhall, London, and the experiences of the host, Jeremiah Watkins. Jeremiah shares that Vauxhall is known for being a gay area and that he frequently hosts open mics there. He also talks about the challenges of hosting and maintaining crowd control. The conversation also includes some banter and humor, with Jeremiah making jokes about various audience members and their names. The conversation ends with Jeremiah introducing some of the comedians performing that night. Throughout the discussion, Jeremiah maintains a positive and entertaining attitude, making the event sound like a fun and engaging experience.
Comedian's Visa Issues and Playful Banter with Host: During a comedy performance, Jackson handled awkward moments with humor, showcasing his resilience as a comedian despite edgy humor and audience comments based on his appearance and nationality.
During a comedy performance, Jackson and the host, Tony, engaged in a playful and sometimes offensive banter. Jackson, a young rising comedian from Australia, shared his experiences of traveling to different countries due to visa issues. The audience and Tony made jokes about Jackson's appearance and nationality, which led to some awkward moments. Jackson tried to use a pick-up line at a bar, but it didn't go well. The overall atmosphere was light-hearted, but there were moments of discomfort due to the edgy humor. The audience seemed to enjoy the interaction, and Jackson took it in stride, showing his resilience as a comedian. The episode highlights the dynamic between comedians and their audience, and the importance of being able to handle unexpected situations with humor.
The importance of knowing your audience and cultural sensitivity: Being authentic and true to yourself is key, but also consider audience and cultural sensitivities to avoid negative reactions.
Attempting to be overtly funny or offensive can backfire and lead to a negative audience reaction. The discussion between the comedians at the bar illustrates this point, as they critique a fellow comedian's set that went wrong. The comedian, Hunter Smith, tried to be provocative and self-deprecating, but his jokes fell flat and offended the audience. Instead of connecting with the crowd, he faced boos and heckles. This experience underscores the importance of knowing your audience and being mindful of cultural sensitivities. It's essential to strike a balance between pushing boundaries and maintaining respect for diverse perspectives. Ultimately, being authentic and true to yourself is the best approach to engaging and entertaining an audience.
Courage and Discoveries: Having the courage to commit to something, even if it doesn't work out, shows character. Unexpected discoveries can lead to new insights and experiences.
Despite personal differences and misunderstandings, having the courage to commit to something, even if it doesn't work out, shows character. The speaker shared a personal story about breaking up with a French girlfriend in person, contrasting it with the common manners of breaking up through text. He also acknowledged that while some may find entertainment in watching others bomb on stage, ultimately, comedians aim to give the audience what they want. The speaker also shared some unexpected discoveries during his travels. For instance, he learned that the hieroglyph sign for the god of death, Osiris, is a snake on a rope, and that sperm only makes up for 1% of semen, with a significant portion being healthy minerals and vitamins. Velik Velikore, a comedian wearing a mister Bean mask, joined the stage and shared his reason for wearing it as a surprise for a friend. The conversation touched on various topics, including racism and the audience's reaction to Velik's mask. Overall, the conversation highlighted the importance of courage, discovery, and the power of surprise.
Exploring Misconceptions and Sharing Experiences: The group discussed personal backgrounds, debunked misconceptions, and shared unique experiences, highlighting their ability to connect and engage in diverse topics.
The conversation between the group revolved around various topics including personal introductions, misconceptions about their countries, and unique experiences. Velik Velikor, a Bulgarian man with an intriguing name, shared his background and the misconception that Bulgaria is known for yogurt instead of its rich culture. The group also discussed the European recognition of racism towards black sportsmen and the daily life of a 24-year-old Bulgarian man living in Denmark. A cleaning lady shared her experiences of working in hotels and encountering unusual situations. The conversation also included inside references and humor, showcasing the group's camaraderie and lightheartedness. Overall, the conversation demonstrated the group's ability to connect and engage in diverse topics, showcasing their unique perspectives and experiences.
An honest and unusual story from comedian Ahmed Mamo's past resonated deeply with the audience: Ahmed Mamo's unique delivery style and honesty left a lasting impression on the audience, making him their favorite comedian of the night.
The comedian Ahmed Mamo shared an unusual and honest story from his past during a comedy show, which resonated deeply with the audience despite not getting the usual big laughs. Mamo's unique delivery style and unconventional approach to comedy left a lasting impression on the audience, making him their favorite comedian of the night. Mamo, who has been performing stand-up comedy for five years in London, England, impressed two fans from Norway so much that they traveled to see him. Mamo's set was different from other comedians, who may have a more conventional setup and written punchlines. Mamo's story involved an embarrassing moment from his past, but he delivered it with a surprising lack of self-consciousness, leaving the audience in awe. Mamo's ability to be honest and unapologetic on stage, even when sharing an awkward story, made him a standout performer.
Appreciation, Vulnerability, and New Experiences: Embrace change, appreciate past contributions, and don't be afraid to try new things. Frustration can stem from feeling undervalued or forgotten in historical events and personal relationships. Personal stories of overcoming fear and vulnerability can inspire us to grow.
The discussion revolved around the themes of appreciation, vulnerability, and the importance of experiencing new things. The speakers expressed frustration towards being forgotten and undervalued, particularly in reference to historical events and personal relationships. They also shared personal stories, including Ahmed's experience of overcoming fear to try something new. The conversation was filled with humor and banter, showcasing the group's camaraderie and lightheartedness. The overall message was to embrace change, appreciate past contributions, and not be afraid to try new things.
Mixed reactions to comedians' performances: Some comedians excelled with stage presence and humor, while others needed improvement in pacing and delivery. Authenticity and delivery are crucial in stand-up comedy.
The discussion between the hosts and the comedians on Kilton's Comedy Night showcased various performances, with some receiving praise for their stage presence and humor, while others were criticized for lacking substance in their sets. Rob Copeland's set was met with mixed reactions, as some appreciated his physical comedy, while others found his jokes lacking. Henry Shearman, a first-time comedian, received constructive feedback on pacing and delivery. The conversation also revealed interesting tidbits about the comedians, such as Rob being a data wrangler at the BBC and Henry being a retail manager who flew from Australia for the show. Overall, the episode highlighted the importance of authenticity and delivery in stand-up comedy.
Henry and Jolene's Playful Banter at a Comedy Event: Henry and Jolene, two comedians with a shared past, engage in lighthearted banter about a potential romantic connection, exploring their backgrounds and experiences in comedy.
The speaker, Henry, is currently in London for a comedy event, having grown up there for a decade before moving to Australia. He works at a GameStop in Brisbane and has a girlfriend, but expressed interest in meeting Jolene, a powerful feminist and fellow comedian. During their conversation, they shared experiences of performing at the same comedy club in Melbourne, and Henry joked about using a "hall pass" to pursue Jolene after the show. The conversation also touched on various topics, including Henry's past in Australia, Jolene's background as a feminist, and Clovis' unexpected appearance at the comedy event. Despite some playful banter, the overall tone of the conversation was lighthearted and enjoyable for both parties.
Unexpected discoveries and embracing opportunities: Life can surprise us with unexpected twists and turns, and it's important to seize opportunities when they arise, as shown by Clovis's unexpected participation in a drum-off competition and his subsequent embrace of the experience
Sometimes people are surprised by their own abilities and interests, even if they didn't initially plan to be involved. The conversation between the podcast host and Clovis, an unexpected participant in a drum-off competition, illustrates this idea. Clovis admitted that he was an alcoholic and a fan of the podcast, but hadn't signed up for the competition. However, he found himself performing on stage, much to his surprise and delight. The host, Tony, encouraged Clovis to embrace the experience and even offered him a spot in the Kill Tony fan band if he won. The exchange showcases the unexpected twists and turns that life can bring and the importance of seizing opportunities when they arise. Clovis's story also highlights the power of charisma and performance in comedy, as well as the supportive and inclusive community that surrounds stand-up comedy.