In this episode of In The Room, Barry Ferns chats with brilliant Norwegian comedian Thor Stenhaug. They dive into:

• finding your authentic voice as a stand-up,

• balancing online content with live performance,

• drawing material from personal experiences, and

• Thor’s brand-new show, now on tour.

It’s a funny, thoughtful and wide-ranging conversation packed with insights for comedy fans and performers alike.

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• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thortellsjokes/

• Tour dates & info: https://www.thorstenhaug.co.uk/

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In this episode of In The Room, Barry Ferns chats with the thoughtful and hilarious Heidi Regan just after her set at Angel Comedy.

They cover:
🌀 The power of stream of consciousness in comedy writing
🧠 Creating structure while leaving room for spontaneity
🧍‍♀️ How audience permission shapes performance
📆 Building consistent writing routines
📱 Why niche references sometimes win the internet

A fascinating and funny look into one comic’s creative rhythm — packed with insight for writers, comics, and fans of clever stand-up.

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In this episode of In The Room, Barry sits down with the effortlessly sharp and insightful Micky Overman for a deep and inspiring chat about comedy, growth, and tuning into your creative instincts.

They cover:
🎭 Performance crutches and learning to leave them behind
🧠 The challenge (and power) of being yourself on stage
🌍 Touring and how that shaped her voice
🗣️ Why act outs matter in her material
⚡ Following your instincts — on stage and in your career

It’s a brilliant listen, especially for any aspiring comics trying to figure out what kind of performer they want to be. Micky is open, honest, and full of practical insight.

#MickyOverman #InTheRoom #BarryFerns #ComedyPodcast #WomenInComedy #ActOuts #InstinctInComedy #AngelComedy #StandUpGrowth

In this episode of In The Room, Barry sits down with Matt Parker — bestselling author, self-proclaimed maths nerd, and one of YouTube’s most entertaining educators — for a wide-ranging and smartly funny conversation about the power of niche comedy.

They cover:
📈 Leaning into your niche (yes, even if it’s maths!)
🎤 The difference between performing for your own audience vs. club nights
🌍 How the internet helps comics find their people
😂 Why Matt still loves stand-up and what drew him into it in the first place

Whether you're a comedian, a nerd, or both — this one’s full of insight into how embracing who you are can lead to connection, creativity, and an audience that actually gets it.

#MattParker #StandUpMaths #InTheRoom #BarryFerns #ComedyPodcast #MathsComedy #NicheAudiences #AngelComedy #YouTubeComedian

In this In The Room episode, Barry sits down with the brilliantly unique Ed Aczel after his set at Angel Comedy — for a deep, thoughtful chat about the foundations of his distinctive comedic voice.They discuss:🎭 His anti-comedy style and owning awkwardness🧠 Moving from unconscious to conscious choices on stage🎬 How his delivery adapts in acting roles💪 The way stand-up builds resilience through failureThis one’s a rich conversation for anyone curious about the philosophy of performance, creative intention, and the strange magic of stand-up.#EdAczel #InTheRoom #AntiComedy #StandUpPodcast #ComedyPhilosophy #BarryFerns #ComedyResilience #AngelComedy

In this episode of In The Room, Barry sits down with the razor-sharp and deeply thoughtful Cally Beaton after her set at Angel Comedy for a wide-ranging conversation on creativity, comedy, and real-life meaning.

Topics include:
🗣️ Using personal honesty in material
🎯 Bringing purpose into every aspect of comedy and life
📖 Writing her brilliant new book, Namaste Motherfuckers – out now
🎭 Performing jokes that reflect your current stage in life
🧠 Letting go of the idea that you have to say what the audience wants to hear

It’s a wise and witty episode that’s as insightful for comics as it is for anyone figuring out how to own their voice.

👉 Grab Cally’s book, Namaste Motherfuckers, out now: https://geni.us/NamasteMotherfckers

#CallyBeaton #NamasteMotherfuckers #InTheRoom #BarryFerns #ComedyPodcast #WomenInComedy #CreativeProcess #AngelComedy

This episode of In The Room features the wonderfully sharp and self-aware Peter Jones, recorded just after his performance at Angel Comedy.

We go deep into the craft of stand-up, including:
📀 His upcoming comedy special and the prep behind it
🧠 How to write jokes that audiences can truly follow and connect with
✍️ His personal approach to joke writing and editing
🎭 Why timing, structure and trust matter in bringing the crowd with you

It’s a brilliant chat with a comic at a really exciting point in his career. If you love geeking out about the mechanics of stand-up, this one's for you.

💥 Early access & exclusive extras via Patreon: patreon.com/barryfernscomedy

This week on In The Room, Barry Ferns sits down with sharp, fearless, and hilariously insightful Maureen Langan — just after her set at Angel Comedy.

In this lively chat, they cover:
🌎 Cultural differences between American and UK audiences
🎙️ Finding your style and comedic identity
🌟 Meeting and learning from the legendary Robin Williams
📺 Maureen’s background in journalism and broadcasting before stand-up

This one’s a mix of laughs, grit, and real talk from a comic who’s carved out a path across continents and platforms.

💥 Early access & exclusive extras available via Patreon: patreon.com/barryfernscomedy

#MaureenLangan #InTheRoom #BarryFerns #StandUpPodcast #ComedyCulture #RobinWilliams #UKvsUSComedy #WomenInComed