Ask a Comedian: Daliso Chaponda

We’re filming a brand new special with comedian Daliso Chaponda this week, and, if he's up for it, we’ll grab a quick little Q&A while we’ve got him. 🎥

So…what should we ask Daliso?

If you're new to this series, anything comedy is on the table. Writing new bits, pre-gig rituals, nerves, hecklers, bombing (and recovering), warm-ups, favourite rooms, the ethics of stolen jokes, how jokes get built, whatever you’re curious about.

Pop your question in the comments 👇 or if you'd rather remain anonymous, add your question through this form here: https://forms.gle/jvFv3Suz1AS51ANY8

We’ll choose 3–5 and get him to answer!

💬 Ask a Comedian: Who’s next?

Hey gang! Quick question: Who are you dying to see on the Ask a Comedian series?

Whether it's a rising star you just discovered on NextUp or an absolute legend of the circuit on here, drop their name in the comments. Who should we get on next? 👇

Ask a Comedian: Geoff Norcott answered your questions! 🤩

Guuuys! Geoff answered your questions and in true style, couldn't stop talking - so it's our longest Ask a Comedian yet. Haha!

Enjoy and tell us what you think. We simply LOVE doing these. Keep an eye out for the next one to get your questions in. 🔥

Hello hello gang! This is a little reminder that we're going to be chatting with the iconic Jason Byrne next week for our 'Ask a Comedian' series. 😍 If you'd like to ask him a question, drop it here or on the original post: https://nextupcomedy.com/community/posts/guys-theres-a-chance-we-might-have 

Happy Friday NextUppers! Who's looking forward to the long weekend?

I have a cosy 'Ask a Comedian' post for you to read tonight...🤩

We asked Esther Manito about a bit from her show ‘Crusade’ (go to the 15 minute mark to see what I'm talking about!)

Here are some of the questions we asked, enjoy! 

1. Is Neil actually this British in real life, or is this stage exaggeration?
He is so British. Honestly the most British man there ever was. I think he might be Dickens.

2. Does he know he’s now a recurring character in your shows?
Everyone I talk about knows they’re talked about and what’s said. It’s my love language!

3. Have his parents seen this bit?
Ummm…I’m not sure what bits they’ve seen. It will never be mentioned!

4. Is there anything else he does which highlights the cultural differences?
He loves custard. Something my Mediterranean side can’t process.

5. What’s a bit in the full show that people who’ve only seen this clip might not expect?
I don’t think people expect the clips…[including a brilliant interview with Australian politician, Stephanie Banister]

Definitely a show worth fully watching if you haven't yet! 🤭

GUYS! There's a chance we might have a Zoom chat with Jason Byrne soon (because his brand new special is releasing next week on NextUp (EEEK!)

So...go ahead and ask him your questions😍

If you're new to this series, anything comedy is on the table. Writing new bits, pre-gig rituals, nerves, hecklers, bombing (and recovering), warm-ups, favourite rooms, how jokes get built, whatever you’re curious about.

Pop your question in the comments 👇

We’ll choose 3–5 and get him to answer!

From one to the next, we're on a bit of a roll with this now, aren't we?

We’re filming a brand new special with comedian Geoff Norcott next week, and, if he's up for it, we’ll grab a quick little Q&A while we’ve got him. 🎥

So…what should we ask Geoff?

If you're new to this series, anything comedy is on the table. Writing new bits, pre-gig rituals, nerves, hecklers, bombing (and recovering), warm-ups, favourite rooms, how jokes get built, whatever you’re curious about.

Pop your question in the comments 👇

We’ll choose 3–5 and get him to answer!

Deadline is Monday, 27 April 2026, midday, BST.

Rosco McClelland answered your questions! Go take a look guys! Ahh! Definitely fangirling over this one.😍

I told you on the livestream last night we'd be back with another Ask a Comedian soon, but this time, it's a little different! If you follow us on social media, you'll know our comedy clips tend to go 'viral' for lack of a cringe word 🤣. So we thought it would be a good idea to interview these comedians and get some insider knowledge on the bit. The first joke is Alasdair-Beckett King's 'Arguing with an American' which has had over 1.4 MILLION views on Insta. This is what he had to say!

1. Have you had any noticeably offended Americans in the audience? Never! Every American I’ve met in real life was lovely. It’s the ones I haven’t met you have to watch out for.

2. Ever had any history related heckles? For some reason, I attract an unusually pedantic audience. So if I make a factual error on stage (like getting the year the Spinning Jenny was invented wrong) I’m in danger of a heckle. Or, more likely, a polite email.

3. What’s the most niche reference you’ve ever got away with? I recently did a show in Liverpool’s beautiful, but unfortunately named, Epstein Theatre. It’s named after Brian, of course. But it afforded me a few jokes that REALLY wouldn’t make sense anywhere else.

4. How often do you go down historical rabbit holes looking for punchlines? Well, I do a regular podcast called Loremen about folklore and historical oddities, so I would say the funny bits find me.

5. If our readers watch the full show, without giving it away, which is your favourite bit they should look out for? I couldn’t possibly say what the funniest part of the show is. But the most enjoyable part to perform was the VERY relatable bit about painting cows in the 18th century.

Hope you enjoyed gang! I'll be posting more of these regularly for those who like quick reads (and don't worry, videos for Ask a Comedian are still on!) 😁

Ahhh guys! The next Ask a Comedian video is here, so grab some popcorn!🍿

This time, Henning Wehn answered your questions in his usual style. Enjoy!

And if you missed the chance to get up close and personal - keep an eye on the Ask a Comedian channel for the next one (hint hint...Geoff🤩)