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The Comedy Writers Group

The Comedy Writers Group

By: Marcel Blanch-de Wilt
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The Comedy Writers Group is here to get into the weeds of all things comedy. We're determined to de-mystify the worlds of stand-up comedy, sketch, and screenwriting in an effort to make this world a lot more approachable for newcomers.


This podcast is designed to get you inspired to create.


Perfect for folks interested in getting to comedy as a career, hobby, or just the comedy-curious.


Brought to you by Marcel Blanch-de Wilt.


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Episodes
  • Hypnosis + Improv (with Colin Mochrie & Asad Mecci)

    Hypnosis + Improv (with Colin Mochrie & Asad Mecci)
    Feb 16 2026

    This week I'm joined by Colin Mochrie and Asad Mecci of HYPROV, a live show that combines hypnosis and improvisation going on tour around Australia and NZ.

    We chat about Asad's relationship with hypnosis, how they both found improv in their lives, how Colin was cast in Whose Line Is It Anyway, and how Asad dreamed up the Hyprov concept.


    We also get into pre-show and after-show routines, AI "art", and hypnosis as an anesthetic!


    Get your tickets to Hyprov here.


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    • Access the first 90 episodes of the podcast
    • Exclusive access to our discord and facebook groups

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Directing a Show (with Steph Tisdell)

    Directing a Show (with Steph Tisdell)
    Feb 9 2026

    This week I'm joined by comedian, actor, and author, Steph Tisdell (Bump, Class of 07, Total Control) for the first in a series of episodes where I will be directing her new show Steph Tisdell is Fat coming to Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane.


    Across this EPIC special episode, you'll be a fly-on-the-wall to our first meeting. You will hear everything that Steph wants to pour into her new show, her relationship with stand-up, fitness, diet culture, weight, regulation, anxiety, ADHD, singing, dancing, and so much more.


    It's frank, it's personal, it's a great conversation.


    Follow Steph.


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    Follow The Comedy Writers Group on instagram and join the patreon.


    • Unlock on our online meet-ups and workshops
    • Access weekly bonus episodes
    • Access the first 90 episodes of the podcast
    • Exclusive access to our discord and facebook groups


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    2 hrs and 6 mins
  • Finding Your Comic Genius (with Adam Bloom)

    Finding Your Comic Genius (with Adam Bloom)
    Feb 2 2026

    Adam Bloom, author of Finding Your Comic Genius (now in audiobook form) returns to the podcast to answer questions submitted by the CWG community. We chat about his time in Australia, boom-mic moments, recording the book, and workshop one of my new jokes.


    Become a member to access the bonus episode where Adam and I dig deeper into persona.


    Thanks to Amy, Huw, Jeremy, and Reegan for their questions.


    Follow Adam.


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    Follow The Comedy Writers Group on instagram and join the patreon.


    • Unlock on our online meet-ups and workshops
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    • Access the first 90 episodes of the podcast
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    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    1 hr and 19 mins
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