Don’t feed the trolls, just watch them
A couple of years ago, we shared a few ‘Stephanie Trolls’ videos on our YouTube channel. She’s the brave, intrepid reporter in the field, asking the questions nobody else dares. Mostly because they’re awkward and embarrassing. You might also have seen some of these cringe-inducing videos on the Metro website. The Stephanie in these clips […]
Michaela Coel gives us something to chew on
Hey, remember when I went to a preview of the first two episodes of Chewing Gum? The series has just won creator Michaela Coel a Bafta as a Breakthrough Talent. Yay! She took the chance to call for more women and more diversity in TV – especially behind the camera. As the Evening Standard reported: “I […]
The clown shoe is on the other foot
You’d be forgiven for taking Ellie Kemper’s recent article for GQ at face value. Her diatribe about how men just aren’t that funny will either strike a chord or hit a nerve. For those of you who aren’t familiar with Ellie, she’s the Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. She also starred in Bridesmaids and 21 Jump Street. […]
Comedy Central on the Mind
Comedy and mental health. Are they as natural together as toast and Nutella? There’s a long-held belief in the creative industry that copywriters are alcoholics. I haven’t done a massive amount to shake off that stereotype, to be honest. I was given several litres of vodka for Christmas. By family members. At least it was […]
Roses are red, lipstick is green
(This isn’t an advertorial, or a paid promo, or anything. Just me fangirling.) Barry M’s Genie lipstick has changed my life. I’m a ‘late adopter’ when it comes to pretty much everything. You won’t see me in the queue at midnight to get the latest phone or see a new movie. Make up didn’t interest […]
An interview with Cal McCrystal
Cal McCrystal has the coolest job in the world; he creates joy and laughter. As well as being a comedy director and physical comedy consultant for the theatre and film industry, his extensive career includes School of Rock on Broadway, One Man, Two Guvnors at The National Theatre, Cirque du Soleil, and films including The […]
