Barry sits down with the phenomenal James Acaster for a deep dive into comedy, writing, fame and the creative process.

They explore James' approach to building full shows, his experiences with rising visibility, and the many underrated comedians he met on the way up.
Part 2 will delve into his new show JAMES ACASTER (Craig Simons Tribute Act).

💬 Follow the show & leave a review — new episodes every month!

Be sure to get tickets to James's show while he is on tourhttps://www.jamesacaster.com/gigs/

Follow Barry & Angel Comedy: @barrybarryferns | @angelcomedy

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.

Follow Thor here:

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

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

Follow Barry Ferns & Angel Comedy:

• Tiktok: tiktok.com/@barryfernsInstagram: instagram.com/barrybarryfernsTwitter: twitter.com/barryferns

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.

#HeidiRegan #InTheRoom #ComedyWriting #BarryFerns #StandUpPodcast #AlgorithmComedy #AngelComedy #WomenInComedy

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.