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You Should've Been Here Last Week

You Should've Been Here Last Week

Paul Ricketts and Steve Gribbin

They say doing stand-up is the hardest job - so here's a rundown on how it's done from the prime movers in comedy! Every fortnight respected comedians, Steve Gribbin and Paul Ricketts interview esteemed figures in the industry from the UK and beyond. If you're interested in getting involved or finding out more about live promotion or performance, then this irreverent show pulls back the curtain on the world of professional comedy! You can watch every interview on our YouTube channel. Want to support our show? Contributions can be made to Steve's Ko-fi account or Paul's JokePit account. Get in touch with us by email.

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You Should've Been Here Last Week - UK Comedians - worst heckle stories!

UK Comedians - worst heckle stories!

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03/10/25 • 15 min

UK circuit comedians Martin Davis, Nick Page, Spring Day, Will Hannigan, Pam Ford, Joe Wells, El Baldiniho and show manager Georgina Sowerby reveal the worst heckles they've suffered, observed or been told about.

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You Should've Been Here Last Week - Spiky Mike - You Should've Been Here Last Week

Spiky Mike - You Should've Been Here Last Week

You Should've Been Here Last Week

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03/28/23 • 31 min

They say doing stand-up is the hardest job - so how hard is promoting a comedy show? Every fortnight respected comedians, Steve Gribbin and Paul Ricketts interview esteemed figures in the industry from the UK and beyond. If you're interested in getting involved or finding out more about live promotion or performance, then this show irreverently pulls back the curtain on the world of professional comedy.


Watch interviews on our YouTube channel. Support our show! Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account or Paul Ricketts JokePit account. You can also email us.


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You Should've Been Here Last Week - Spiky Mike (Extended) You Should Have Been Here Last Week
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03/27/23 • 43 min

They say doing stand-up is the hardest job - so how hard is promoting a comedy show? Every fortnight respected comedians, Steve Gribbin and Paul Ricketts interview esteemed figures in the industry from the UK and beyond. If you're interested in getting involved or finding out more about live promotion or performance, then this show irreverently pulls back the curtain on the world of professional comedy.


Watch interviews on our YouTube channel. Support our show! Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account or Paul Ricketts JokePit account. You can also email us.


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You Should've Been Here Last Week - Chris Lynam: "Actual visual comedy, there's not much about any more."
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10/06/24 • 32 min

Chris Lynam is a clown who's worked as street performer, cabaret artist and alternative comedy pioneer. Called 'The King of Clowns' by The New York Times, Chris has performed all over the world on stage, film and TV with his own brand of crazed humour, stretching variety to its limits. Chris talks here about how British comedy lost it's variety. Find out more about the Chris Lynam Clowning Workshops.


Watch interviews on our YouTube channel. Support our show! Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account or Paul Ricketts JokePit account. You can also email us.


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You Should've Been Here Last Week - Gift Shop Comics: "Once the gig is over, it's all about the merch."
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05/12/24 • 26 min

Sometimes comedy is the gift that keeps on giving! Where comedians will attempt to sell the audience extra merchandise après gig. Steve Gribbin and Paul Ricketts talk about the CDs, DVDs, books, t-shirts and other tat toted by the Gift Shop Comic.

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You Should've Been Here Last Week - Maureen Younger - You Should've Been Here Last Week
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10/17/23 • 38 min

On this show Steve Gribbin and Paul Ricketts interview Maureen Younger, pioneering promoter of Laughing Cows - the UK's first all women comedy night. Plus sought after performer on the mainstream, urban, Asian and gay/lesbian circuits! Steve and Paul also talk about the ways of getting paid the 'wages of sin' in comedy.


Watch interviews on our YouTube channel. Support our show! Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account or Paul Ricketts JokePit account. You can also email us.


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You Should've Been Here Last Week - Esther Manito - Confident UK comics come from private schools!
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02/09/25 • 35 min

Esther Manito - the Essex born Anglo-Lebanese comedian quickly became a star of UK TV and radio. The first female comedian to perform at Dubai Opera House, and also a finalist in the 2019 Arab British Centre's Award for Culture, Esther chats about how the comedy bug changed her life.

#podcast #comedyvideos #interview

Esther on BBC's Live at the Apollo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDXugKYw5F0

Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account: https://ko-fi.com/stevegribs77

Or Paul Ricketts JokePit account: https://www.jokepit.com/comedy-buy-now/paul-ricketts-donation/18294

Email: [email protected]


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On the award nominated show we have Jeff Innocent, who over along career has been voted British Comedian of the Year, Comic's Comic of the Year and Best Live Club Comedian. But, only after online video clips went viral did he find nationwide recognition. Here he talks to Steve and Paul about how this has impacted his life on and off stage.

#podcast #comedyvideos #interview

Clip of Jeff: https://youtu.be/590gl63lkz4

Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account: https://ko-fi.com/stevegribs77

Or Paul Ricketts JokePit account: https://www.jokepit.com/comedian/paul...

Email: [email protected]


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You Should've Been Here Last Week - Joss Jones - You Should've Been Here Last Week

Joss Jones - You Should've Been Here Last Week

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10/01/23 • 33 min

The stand-up comedy year starts post Edinburgh Fringe every September! So, in this first episode of a new season, Steve Gribbin and Paul Ricketts interview Joss Jones, who's worked in the UK comedy industry since 1987 as a renown booker, agent, consultant and director of Cosmic Comedy Management. Plus Steve and Paul define a 'comedy death'. If you're interested in getting involved or finding out more about live promotion or performance, then this show irreverently pulls back the curtain on the world of professional comedy.


Watch interviews on our YouTube channel. Support our show! Contributions can be made to Steve Gribbin's Ko-fi account or Paul Ricketts JokePit account. You can also email us.


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You Should've Been Here Last Week - Sam Serrano - I don't punch down or up - just myself in the face!
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04/27/25 • 41 min

Sam Serrano - Started doing stand up comedy in Liverpool at 14 and is now a rising star in UK comedy. As a gender-fluid and dyspraxic comedian, Sam brings a fresh and unique perspective, leaving audiences in stitches with sharp wit and insightful humour. Sam talks to fellow Liverpudlian comedian Steve Gribbin and Paul Ricketts about how their comedy has changed as they've grown.

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FAQ

How many episodes does You Should've Been Here Last Week have?

You Should've Been Here Last Week currently has 42 episodes available.

What topics does You Should've Been Here Last Week cover?

The podcast is about Learning, Funny, Comedy, Standup, Podcasts, Comedy Interviews and Interviews.

What is the most popular episode on You Should've Been Here Last Week?

The episode title 'Steve and Paul discuss hecklers - you really are not helping!' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on You Should've Been Here Last Week?

The average episode length on You Should've Been Here Last Week is 36 minutes.

How often are episodes of You Should've Been Here Last Week released?

Episodes of You Should've Been Here Last Week are typically released every 14 days, 4 hours.

When was the first episode of You Should've Been Here Last Week?

The first episode of You Should've Been Here Last Week was released on Mar 27, 2023.

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