Paul Fleckney
- English
- Journalist and reviewer
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Edinburgh festival 2019: the 10 best jokes
From Chic's 'free cow' to the perils of free-range chicken ... the funniest gags so far from this year's stand-ups.
Paul Fleckney, The Guardian, 13th August 2019Ed Night review - woke joker with an easy swagger
Forthright and talented, Night doesn't shirk the issues, from porn to social media, and he has the gags to boot.
Paul Fleckney, The Guardian, 16th May 2019Danny Baker review
The broadcaster and writer's second live show is a warm storm of rollicking tales about musicians and his family.
Paul Fleckney, The Guardian, 3rd May 2019The couple who mine their love-life for laughs
When you and your partner are both standups, jokes are a competitive business. But are there any limits? Sarah Keyworth and Catherine Bohart reveal all.
Paul Fleckney, The Guardian, 22nd January 2019James Acaster review
If I were a comic watching this I'd be weeping with envy at seeing Acaster add another string to his bow. For everyone else, just sit back and enjoy a modern master at the top of his game.
Paul Fleckney, London Is Funny, 1st November 2018Why standups should refresh the tired 'Edinburgh show'
The classic Edinburgh comedy show lasts an hour, with a strong narrative component and an inevitable 'sad bit'. But this rigid template is stifling creativity.
Paul Fleckney, The Guardian, 28th August 2018Rosie Jones interview
The Bridlington-born standup is at Edinburgh with her debut show. She talks about surprising audiences, her sitcom and how her cerebral palsy lets her push boundaries.
Paul Fleckney, The Guardian, 17th August 2018Review: The Free Association: Jacuzii
Clear ideas, superbly executed.
Paul Fleckney, Chortle, 14th August 2018Edinburgh festival 2018: the 10 best jokes
From patriarchy and perineums to why Donald Trump is like a bikini wax ... the funniest gags so far from this year's standups.
Paul Fleckney, The Guardian, 13th August 2018Focus on: Natalie Palamides
Last year's Best Newcomer is back with a new show, only this time she's a man. Paul Fleckney finds a performer still unafraid to break a few eggs.
Paul Fleckney, Fest Mag, 26th July 2018