In this episode of The Open Mic Comedy Podcast, host Marc sits down with rising comedy talent Victoria Smith for a candid, insightful, and hilarious conversation about life behind the mic.
Victoria opens up about her journey into stand-up, from comedy courses to carving out her own unique voice on stage. Together, she and Marc dive into the highs and lows of performing, the art of joke writing, and the ever-evolving grind of the open mic circuit. They explore the delicate balance between MCing and solo sets, the challenges of promoting gigs outside London, and the underrated power of a good walk-on song.
Victoria also shares what it’s like to build comedy nights from scratch, the importance of paying comedians fairly, and how social media is reshaping the scene. The episode wraps up with a light-hearted comedian’s challenge—featuring a joke book, some improv, and plenty of laughs.
Whether you’re a comedy fan or a performer yourself, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and a generous dose of humour.
🎧 Listen now on all podcast platforms!
LINKS:
Open Mic Comedy Pod:
https://www.instagram.com/openmiccomedypod
Victoria Smith: https://www.instagram.com/vicky_does_comedy
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Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Voice over courtesy of Reb Day: https://www.instagram.com/rebstagram