In this episode we talk icks, break ups, heavy breasts, we here a Eulogy from Duane Doogan and answer your questions about musicals, comedy songs, and a whole lot flippin' more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join real-life married couple Luke and Kate on the 'Couple Up' podcast, where they're turning the spotlight on life's quirks and the world of entertainment. This podcast is all about their epic banter, even the heated arguments, and not-so-conventional discussions – like planning Luke's funeral. They dive into the return of Big Brother, and don't b…

Luke & Kate are back, and it doesn't take long for them to start arguing. On this episode they find out their passion, discuss rating your sex tapes and answer some amazing listener questions.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The final episode before we break for Christmas is with Irish Comedy legend Pat McDonnell, you may know Pat as Eoin McLove from Father Ted or his hilarious characters from hidden camera show Naked Camera. Pat takes us back to the mid 90's as we hear all about his first gig, enjoy! Get 48 Hours Early, Ad Free & Bonus with Patreon Hosted on Acast. Se…

Next up on 'The Stars of the Irish Comedy Scene', Ger Staunton joins me before a sold out Cherry Comedy at Whelan's to discuss his unusual and almost never first ever gig. Hear the hilarious story of how he used to share comedy when he was younger and what lead to that first time on stage. Follow Ger for amazing comedy clips and updates on when and…

Listen to the full episode & series when you subscribe to the Club Comic tier on Patreon at https://patreon.com/myfirstgigpod Second up on the Patreon exclusive weekly series 'The Stars of the Irish Comedy Scene' is the wonderful Aidan Greene. Aidan is one of the most tireless working comedians in the country, the effort he puts into studying and p…

Listen to the full episode & series when you subscribe to the Club Comic tier on Patreon at https://patreon.com/myfirstgigpod In the first of a Patreon exclusive weekly series 'The Stars of the Irish Comedy Scene', I sit down with Jim Elliott to discuss his first ever gig and see if he can remember where we first met. Follow Jim for almost daily to…

It's the series finale! I recorded this as the finale to the second series which was then postponed with Covid and that series became the online episodes, so better late than never, we have finally reached the end of the series and welcome the legend that is Phill Jupitus for this bumper episode. I only asked for 30 minutes of his time but he spoke…

This week on the pod, right before we were forced to shut down, I sat down with Kai Humphries just off the back of 2 years non stop on the road from Hawaii to South Africa... to an apartment in Dublin City as he discusses his first ever gig! Get episodes EARLY, AD-FREE, EXTENDED at https://www.patreon.com/myfirstgigpod Twitter: https://twitter.com/…

Hailing from a small town in Western Australia, Brodi made her name in the UK comedy scene and has performed all over the world from Just for Laughs, Edinburgh Fringe all the way to the Paddy Power Comedy Festival in Dublin where we recorded this interview, almost in the wrong hotel, I also tell the story of my club Cherry Comedy, so check that out…

Ted Lasso's Roy Kent, aka Brett Goldstein joins the podcast this week to discuss his first ever gig. Recorded during his 2018 run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, recorded in a busy Pleasance Theatre - we've managed to restore the old files and make them sound crisp for your beautiful ears, so well done me for that. Well done Brett for becoming a …

The Newlyweds recap their big day Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded in the outdoor surroundings of Dublin's Iveagh Gardens ahead of her huge tour with Marc Maron and appearance at Just for Laughs, Lara Beitz joins the pod to talk her very early love of stand-up, her start in comedy and what it's like to start all over again. Listen to the story of her first gig, today! Get episodes EARLY, AD-FREE, EXTENDED…

Luke & Kate talk about their wedding two days before tying the knot. They talk do's and don'ts, Luke tries to save you from a heart attack, and they answer your questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded sometime in the late 1970's... or so it seems. Lauren Pattison joins the pod at long last as part of the thought-to-be gone but since recovered files. Recorded at the Kilkenny Cat Laughs late after a show, we discuss Lauren's start in comedy at a young age after watching Russell Howard live. She has since gone on to support Russell as well…

Recorded backstage at the Olympia Theatre in Dublin ahead of Paul's tour show changes mere weeks if not days before the world shut down for two years, we discussed his role in the decade long Hot Water Comedy Club, how to split being a touring comic and an MC and ask the question; is it better to perform your first ever gig in a sold out theatre? A…

Live from the VIP area (oh yeah, that's me) of the Paddy Power Comedy Festival in Dublin earlier this year, I sat down with New York's Mary Beth Barone the afternoon after we gigged together on a class bill to kick off the festival. We discuss alternative career paths, Edinburgh Fringe plans and the eventual first step on stage and more in this hil…

Recovered from the corrupt file crypt of 2020, my chat with the hilarious Rhys James has thankfully been salvaged and unleashed onto the world better late than never. We recorded this in May of 2020, beginning the chat talking about the pandemic, lockdown, cooking & podcasts, that outdated but fun chat has been removed to feature exclusively on Pat…

Sisters Rosie & Nicola, better known as Flo & Joan are one of the most exciting acts emerging in UK comedy over the past few years. Deadpan, surrealist, musical comedy that can't be beat. I sat down with them to discuss how their lives, no matter if separated by half of the planet would, even then, assist each other to get them on stage for their f…

The wonderful Alison Spittle joins the podcast this week, I've known Alison for many years and she's always been so good to myself and Cherry Comedy, some of her early advice to me got me through a lot and in that inaugural year of Cherry, her stamp of approval really opened the doors to more comedians coming to try us out. I've watched her rise si…

From his online hijinks, his panel show hilarity and his stand-up roots, Joe Lycett will go down as one of the best British comedians of our time. So successful at still a young age, he is nowhere near finished but listen to how he got started as he speaks to Duane about a forgettable 'first gig' lead to an important 'real' first gig. Recorded at D…

Luke & Kate are back, talking about weird wedding traditions, shapeshifting pigeons and of course answering your questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Luke and Kate are joined this week by Comedian, Massive Rockstar and friend Duane Doogan. They discuss everything and nothing at the same time. Including Luke's rage crying over sausages, deleting Kate off facebook & his plan for the Wedding. We also answer all of your amazing questions as usual.Follow Duane on instagram & Twitter @Duanedoogan, giv…

Luke and Kate are back.... and they're not racist, No matter what psychology websites will have you believe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Luke and Kate are here, and they are drunk on them alcohols, for this super special 30th episode of the couple Up Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we have an incredible guest on. He is an Actor, podcaster and close friend of Luke & Kate, it is Cian Lorcan. They have the usual bizarre couple up chat, as well as telling some stories about Luke & KAte and what it's like to live with them. Follow Luke on twitter and insat @ihatelukebarry Follow Kate on insta @itskatecp Follow Couple Up …

Luke & Kate are back, and this time it's personal. NO, it really is, our listeners have smashed us up with some very personal questions and we are here to answer, have bantz and of course argue! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Luke and Kate are back at the podcasting. This week we catch up, chat shite explore the chinese zodiac and start the #ISEEKATE movement, as well as answer your amazing questions :D Follow us on twitter, instagram and facebook @coupleuppodcast Follow Luke on Instagram & Twitter @ihatelukebarry Follow Kate on instagram @itskatecp Hosted on Acast. See…

Luke & Kate chat maxine the vaccine, The Inbetweeners, Credit Man, Play the Speech Jammer Challenge, and rap WAP. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Luke puts Kates quick thinking to the test, as well as having her show off her superb poetry and incredible talent for impressions. Arguments, chat, bantz and so many laughs on this weeks Couple Up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Luke & Kate talk things that annoy Luke, Crows eating food, and they TRY not to argue. Kate ask Luke some feminine questions and they answer YOUR fantastic questions of the week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate and Luke Talk Politics, bad accents, having another child. This Week Luke challenges Kate, and if she fails, THE WEDDING IS OFF.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate & Luke talk Halloween, Apples in bags, Jamie Dornan, And why luke needs to get rid of his harmonica. Kate is so angry and Luke is so annoying, that Kate finally leaves Luke...________________________Follow us on social media:Instagram : Instagram.com/coupleuppodcastTwitter: twitter.com/coupleuppodcastFacebook: facebook.com/coupleuppodcastFollo…

The Halloween Spooktacular is here, as Kate and Luke discuss local ghost stories, Luke living in a haunted house, The ghost that used to call Kate and as usual they answer all your bizarre questions. BEWARE SOMEONE DIES BY THE END OF THIS PODCAST! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Kate & Luke are back with the usual shit talk and arguments, This week Kate becomes an agony aunt and solves all of the world's worst problems, we talk what we've been up to and answer your questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My guest this week is Django Gold, writer for the Stephen Colbert Show and formerly Senior Writer for The Onion and of course, stand-up comedian. We chat about his first gig and I get a little nostalgic about my 90's playwright adventures. Go follow Django on Twitter at @django and tune in The Colbert Show each night! Follow this podcast across soc…

Kate is sick, so we lazily banged out an old instagram live that we recorded a few weeks back. Sit back, enjoy and drop us some messages about how much you hate this episode. ________________________ Follow us on social media: Instagram : Instagram.com/coupleuppodcast Twitter: twitter.com/coupleuppodcast Facebook: facebook.com/coupleuppodcast Follo…

This week I’m joined by Carmen Lynch, you may have seen her on the television on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, The Late Show with David Letterman, Inside Amy Schumer, Conan, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to name but a few. She’s the co-host of The Human Centipod podcast and joined me this week to discuss her first ever gig! Go follow Car…

Luke & Kate explore Stupid things Kate has done, toys from the 90's, pranks and frapes, and answer all you questions. May or may nor contain traces of James Corden This episode is Sponsored by Chubby Lovin' ________________________ Follow us on social media: Instagram : Instagram.com/coupleuppodcast Twitter: twitter.com/coupleuppodcast Facebook: fa…

My guest this week is Tom Rhodes, a veteran of the comedy game but still standing the test of time, hear the story of how he's been preparing for his first gig since birth. Also, I chat about my cat turning 20 this year and wonder if I'm losing my mind. Go follow Tom on Twitter & Instagram @_TomRhodes and tell him you're being your own best friend!…

Luke & Kate talk pandemic plans, funeral plans, who wears the pants and answer all your questions. Banter, laughter, arguments and more. ________________________ Follow us on social media: Instagram : Instagram.com/coupleuppodcast Twitter: twitter.com/coupleuppodcast Facebook: facebook.com/coupleuppodcast Follow Luke Instagram : Instagram.com/ihate…

My guest this week is Kate Willett, star of Netflix’s The Comedy Line-Up and Late Night with Stephen Colbert. Fantastic comedian from San Francisco based out of New York City. We get into her first gig and how a fortunate first gig could be the difference between a career and a one time thing. Also, try to get a little positive message about admitt…

Kate and Luke talk weddings, childhood, Mandela effect and answer the sauciest fan questions yet. ________________________ Follow us on social media: Instagram : Instagram.com/coupleuppodcast Twitter: twitter.com/coupleuppodcast Facebook: facebook.com/coupleuppodcast Follow Luke Instagram : Instagram.com/ihatelukebarry Twitter: twitter.com/ihateluk…

Episode 14 is out and it's with Chicago's own Marty DeRosa, Marty is well known in professional wrestling circles as part of $5 Wrestling on the Highspots Wrestling Network, co-host of Marty & Sarah Love Wrestling, formerly Wrestling with Depression & Comedians You Should Know. Was great to sit down with Marty, talk a bit of wrestling, talk a bit o…

Luke and Kate Are back with all the banter you can handle. They talk what to do in lockdown, Tiger King the musical, wanking in a bank, and Kate getting impregnated by her dad.________________________Follow us on social media:Instagram : Instagram.com/coupleuppodcastTwitter: twitter.com/coupleuppodcastFacebook: facebook.com/coupleuppodcastFollow Lu…

Week three of the 'isolation interviews' while we're all under house arrest and my guest is Adam Cayton-Holland. Out of Denver, Colorado. Adam has been featured on Conan, Comedy Bang! Bang!, Comedy Central. The creator of TruTV's Those Who Can't and the My Dining Room Table podcast. We met a few years ago in Dublin and I was delighted to sit down a…

It's the second week of the 'isolation interviews' and my guest this week is Emma Willmann. Star of Netflix's The Comedy Line-Up, Crazy Ex Girlfriend and a regular on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. A regular on the New York City comedy circuit and now based out of Los Angeles, we had a chat about her discovery of what stand-up was, when she th…

Hey look! It’s Series 2! Yeah, I didn’t plan on releasing Series 2 until May and I didn’t plan on recording new interviews online with comics from around the globe but look, I also didn’t plan on being stuck inside with a global pandemic keeping us all grounded. So, while this is one week removed from the Series 1 finale, this is not an extension t…

Luke and Kate are here with a trip down an embarasing memory lane, with poem, song and embarassment for all to share on Mother's Day!________________________Follow us on social media:Instagram : Instagram.com/coupleuppodcastTwitter: twitter.com/coupleuppodcastFacebook: facebook.com/coupleuppodcastFollow LukeInstagram : Instagram.com/ihatelukebarryT…

In the series finale, my guest is Langston Kerman. Langston is an American comedian who I met at the Vodafone Comedy Festival we were both performing on in the Summer of 2019, we sat down at the festival to discuss how hosting poetry performances, a crazy open mic debut followed by some help from comics helped him find his way. It's a great chat an…