Why I’m a podcast fangirl
Nathalie Hays loves a parasocial relationship
29/04/2026 … On Sunday I went along to the London Marathon to join some of my fellow PCDs in the ‘run to win and hate yourself’ fan zone.
2026 Opinions
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Wed 29 April 2026
Fri 24 April 2026
In the UAE, comedy is thriving in tense times
Dubai-based comedian Sunil Mashari on how audiences need a laugh
24/04/2026 … Comedy feels different in the Middle East right now – and that isn’t necessarily a bad thing.
Mon 13 April 2026
Am I wasting my time?
Ashley Frieze on how much to invest in making comedy content perfect
13/04/2026 … As a comedian, one of the greatest pleasures is to get a laugh very soon after having an idea.