RHLSTP with Richard Herring

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RHLSTP is an award-winning series in which comedian Richard Herring ("The Podfather" - The Guardian) chats with some of the biggest names in comedy and entertainment. Stephen Fry, Eddie Izzard, Dawn French, David Mitchell, Katherine Ryan and Brian Blessed are amongst the many stars to have been interviewed across the 400+ episodes...

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Our Editor's Take

RHLSTP with Richard Herring is a live podcast. Richard Herring records it every week in the Leicester Square Theatre in London. That is unless the British comedian goes on tour around the United Kingdom. The host invites a different comedian to share their life story in each episode. The conversations can be funny, with amusing anecdotes and plenty of jokes. But Herring has a way about him that makes his hilarious guests open up. They share their most intimate moments, thanks to his interviewing style. For instance, in one episode, Stephen Fry talks about his attempted suicide. Rob Reiner talks about being roommates with Albert Brooks. Other celebs share fascinating stories.

The host of RHLSTP is a notable figure in the British comedy scene. Herring first gained recognition as a part of a stand-up act with Stewart Lee. The duo performed together for two decades and appeared on many shows, like Fist of Fun. Herring wrote, performed, and recorded thirteen one-person performances as a solo act. Other memorable appearances include Taskmaster, Celebrity Mastermind, and You Can Choose Your Friends. The comedian spent decades honing his comedic style, which he delivers in the podcast.

First time listeners of RHLSTP with Richard Herring might think the host is rude. However, Herring plays a character on this podcast. He portrays an exaggerated comedian who is bitter about other's success. This choice makes the content of the interviews unexpected. Instead of two people complimenting each other onstage, there's room for honesty. Herring is unafraid to criticize the guest's work, prompting them to joke and join the bashing.

The podcast also has a miniseries called RHLSTP Book Club. There, Herring interviews comedians who are also authors. Past guests include Alasdair Beckett-King and Ashley Blaker.

New episodes of RHLSTP with Richard Herring air a few times a week.

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