Out Of Character with Alex Lynch: Conversations with Sketch and Character Comedians

In the first of this two-parter, Alex chats actor, writer, and comedy person James Bachman (‘That Mitchell & Webb Look’, 'Bleak Expectations', ‘Sorry I've Got No Head’) about Python, panto and private schools.You can find more of James's work at https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/james_bachman/Watch 'That Mitchell & Webb Look' on iPlayerPresented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex LynchMusic by NaïveArtwork by Tom CrowleyA Podomedy PodcastFollow the podcast at @oocharacterpod on Instagram and BlueSky.Email [email protected] Podcast - Listen now to Voice Notes on my Phone, created by Richard Soames and produced by Alex Lynch: https://podfollow.com/6821851928 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex chats to writer and actor Jenny Bede (BBC's 'Murder In Successville' and 'Stuffed', Channel 4's 'Prince Andrew: The Musical') about karaoke booths, motivation, and Spider-Ham.Jenny also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 22nd July 2026.You can find more of Jenny's work at https://www.comedy.co.uk/people/jenny_bede/Insta: @jennybedeTikTok: @thevulnerablebedePresented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex LynchMusic by NaïveArtwork by Tom CrowleyA Podomedy PodcastFollow the podcast at @oocharacterpod on Instagram and BlueSky. Email [email protected] Podcast - Listen now to Voice Notes on my Phone, created by Richard Soames and produced by Alex Lynch: https://podfollow.com/6821851928 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the 'Heatwave' series continues, Alex chats to writer, performer and director Jonathan Oldfield (Radio 4's 'Time of the Week', 'Star Wars: Andor') about haunted arms, spicy feedback, and one-way mirrors.Jonathan also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 10th July 2025.You can find more of Jonathan's work at https://www.jonathanoldfield.co.uk/Insta: @jonathanoldfieldListen to 'Time Of The Week' on BBC Sounds.Presented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex LynchMusic by NaïveArtwork by Tom CrowleyA Podomedy PodcastFollow the podcast at @oocharacterpod on Instagram and BlueSky. Email [email protected] Podcast - Listen now to Voice Notes on my Phone, created by Richard Soames and produced by Alex Lynch: https://podfollow.com/6821851928 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex chats to comedian Elf Lyons (The Guardian's 50 Funniest Comedians of the 21st Century) about birds, clowns, and the Apollo mission.Elf also create a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 2nd July.You can find more of Elf's work at www.elfylons.comInsta: @elflyonsGrab tickets to 'Elf Lyons Is… The Woman On The Edge' at www.elflyons.com/gigsWatch 'The Fly' at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxCUghpZTbsPresented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex LynchMusic by NaïveArtwork by Tom CrowleyA Podomedy PodcastFollow the podcast at @oocharacterpod on Instagram and BlueSky. Email [email protected] Podcast - Listen now to Voice Notes on my Phone, created by Richard Soames and produced by Alex Lynch: https://podfollow.com/6821851928 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex chats to comedy content creators Bec & Sam Bartley A.K.A. BAM about love of reality shows, ideas on kitchen roll, and making pancakes.BAM also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to them by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 30th June 2026.You can find more of Bam’s work at www.bamcomedy.co.ukInsta & TikTok: @bamcomedyukListen to The Bam Hole Podcast @thebamholePresented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex LynchMusic by NaïveArtwork by Tom CrowleyA Podomedy PodcastFollow the podcast at @oocharacterpod on Instagram and BlueSky.Email [email protected] Podcast - Listen now to Voice Notes on my Phone, created by Richard Soames and produced by Alex Lynch: https://podfollow.com/6821851928 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex chats to actor and writer Imogen Andrews (‘Taskmaster GOSH Charity Edition’) in her garden about unlikeable characters, online pressure, and family trees.Imogen also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 26th June 2026.You can find more of Imogen’s work at www.linktr.ee/ImogenAAndrewsInsta & TikTok: imogenandrewscomedyPresented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex LynchMusic by NaïveArtwork by Tom CrowleyA Podomedy PodcastFollow the podcast at @oocharacterpod on Instagram and BlueSky.Email [email protected] Podcast - Listen now to Voice Notes on my Phone, created by Richard Soames and produced by Alex Lynch: https://podfollow.com/6821851928 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex chats to performer and writer Joz Norris (Radio 4's 'The Dream Factory' and BBC's 'Horrible Science') about magic, life's work, and Hugh Jackman.Joz also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by the show’s previous guest in ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 25th June 2025.You can find more about Joz’s work at www.joznorris.co.ukInsta & TikTok: @joznorrisGet updates on shows and gigs at https://linktr.ee/JozziahPresented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex LynchMusic by NaïveArtwork by Tom CrowleyA Podomedy PodcastFollow the podcast at @oocharacterpod on Instagram and BlueSky.Email [email protected] Podcast - Listen now to Voice Notes on my Phone, created by Richard Soames and produced by Alex Lynch: https://podfollow.com/6821851928 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex chats to writer and performer Bebe Cave (ITV’s ‘Victoria’, Channel 4’s ‘Hang Ups’) about sisters, screwballs and main character syndrome.Bebe also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to her by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 24th June 2026.You can find more of Bebe’s work on her social media pages.Insta & TikTok: @bebecavePresented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex LynchMusic by NaïveArtwork by Tom CrowleyA Podomedy PodcastFollow the podcast at @oocharacterpod on Instagram and BlueSky.Email [email protected] Podcast - Listen now to Voice Notes on my Phone, created by Richard Soames and produced by Alex Lynch: https://podfollow.com/6821851928 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex chats to comedian and impressionist Josh Berry (BBC’s ‘Dead Ringers’) about positive masculinity, tennis players, and keeping an impression interesting.Josh also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 20th June 2026.You can find more of Josh’s work at www.joshberryofficial.comInsta & TikTok: @joshberrycomedyPresented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex LynchMusic by NaïveArtwork by Tom CrowleyA Podomedy PodcastFollow the podcast at @oocharacterpod on Instagram and BlueSky.Email [email protected] Podcast - Listen now to Voice Notes on my Phone, created by Richard Soames and produced by Alex Lynch: https://podfollow.com/6821851928 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Series 6 and boy have we got a corker of an opener. Alex chats to writer, performer and alternative comedy legend Kevin Eldon (‘Hot Fuzz’, ‘Brass Eye’, ‘Stewart Lee’s Comedy Vehicle’ 'I'm Alan Partridge') about speakers, silliness, and Sex Pistols.Kevin also creates a character on the spot based solely on the made-up name given to him by Alex in our regular section ‘Chain(ge) of Character’. This episode was recorded 23rd June 2026.You can listen to ‘Speakers’ wherever you get your podcast.Insta: @kevineldonspeakersTony Rudd 'Machadaynu' Remix by The Freelance HairdresserPresented, recorded, edited and produced by Alex LynchMusic by NaïveArtwork by Tom CrowleyA Podomedy PodcastSpecial thanks to Debi Allen, Megan Maloney and Charlie HuntFollow the podcast at @oocharacterpod on Instagram and BlueSky.Email [email protected] Podcast - Listen now to Voice Notes on my Phone, created by Richard Soames and produced by Alex Lynch: https://podfollow.com/6821851928 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.