Fred At The Stand

This week, Zoe Lyons shares her insights into Buddhism, newcomer Wayne Mazadza integrates into British life, Rosie Jones doesn't let being northern hold her back, and the relentless Gary Delaney delivers a barrage of unstoppable one liners.

Produced by Richard Melvin

Fred MacAulay presents Zoe Lyons, Wayne Mazadza, Rosie Jones and Gary Delaney.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the funniest comedians in the UK doing what they do best - pure stand up comedy. Recorded at The Stand Comedy Club in Edinburgh.

This week, Canadian John Hastings gives an insight into his love life, Sindhu Vee jokes about her family, Susie McCabe talks holidays and Gary Delaney delivers a series of blistering one liners.

Produced by Richard Melvin

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the funniest comedians in the UK doing what they do best - pure stand up comedy. Recorded at The Stand Comedy Club in Edinburgh.

This week, Jamie MacDonald jokes about his life as a blind comedian, Jo Caulfield bemoans relationships, Funmbi Omotayo tells us about his experiences with the police and Paul Foot... well, Paul Foot needs to be heard to be believed.

Produced by Richard Melvin

Producer: Richard Melvin

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the funniest comedians in the UK doing what they do best - pure stand-up comedy. Recorded at The Stand Comedy Club in Edinburgh.

This week, Zoe Lyons shares her insights into Buddhism, newcomer Wayne Mazadza integrates into British life, Rosie Jones doesn't let being northern hold her back, and the relentless Gary Delaney delivers a barrage of unstoppable one liners.

Produced by Richard Melvin

Fred MacAulay presents Zoe Lyons, Wayne Mazadza, Rosie Jones and Gary Delaney.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the funniest comedians in the UK doing what they do best - pure stand-up comedy. Recorded at The Stand Comedy Club in Edinburgh.

This week, Zoe Lyons shares her insights into Buddhism, newcomer Wayne Mazadza integrates into British life, Rosie Jones doesn't let being northern hold her back, and Mark Nelson lovingly overcomes the worst for his favourite child.

Produced by Richard Melvin

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the funniest comedians in the UK doing what they do best - pure stand-up comedy. Recorded at The Stand Comedy Club in Edinburgh.

This week, Dave Johns tells tales of coping with stardom following the success of I, Daniel Blake, Glaswegian Ashley Storrie tries to get one over her father at Christmas time, Jen Brister is proud to not to be a biological mother, and Boothby Graffoe is himself and cares not what anyone thinks.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the funniest comedians in the UK doing what they do best - pure stand up comedy. Recorded at The Stand Comedy Club in Edinburgh.

This week, the unstoppable Jason Cook tells a story about performing on a cruise ship, JoJo Sutherland lets slip some of her supermum secrets, Eddy Brimson survives a terrorist attack, and Scotsman Gareth Waugh has a plan to save the bees.

This week, the unstoppable Jason Cook tells a story about performing on a cruise ship, JoJo Sutherland lets slip some of her supermum secrets, Sindu Vee tries to explain the leniency of her parenting compared to what can be found in India, and Scotsman Gareth Waugh has a plan to save the bees.

Fred MacAulay presents some of the UK's top stand-up comedians, recorded in Edinburgh.

This week, the unstoppable Jason Cook tells a story about performing on a cruise ship, JoJo Sutherland lets slip some of her supermum secrets, Sindu Vee tries to explain the leniency of her parenting compared to what can be found in India, and Scotsman Gareth Waugh has a plan to save the bees.

Fred MacAulay presents some of the UK's top stand-up comedians, recorded in Edinburgh.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the funniest comedians in the UK doing what they do best - pure stand up comedy. Recorded at The Stand Comedy Club in Edinburgh.

This week, Paul Tonkinson realises that he's suddenly become middle-aged, Vladimir McTavish tries his hand at smuggling for the first time, Athena Kugblenu explains how a huge race row was narrowly avoided, and the legendary Mick Ferry starts some rumours that he can't control.

* The incredible Ria Lina who celebrates her favourite child with her unique parenting style.

* The challenging Eshaan Akbar sees through thinly-veiled racism on public transport.

* The self-confessed underdressed Susan Riddell wants part of her body to be dishwasher friendly.

* One of the country's favourite stand-ups Hal Cruttenden is planning his own funeral down to the gristly end.

A Dabster production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in April 2019.

Fred MacAulay introduces comedians: Ria Lina, Eshaan Akbar, Susan Riddell, Hal Cruttenden

From Glasgow - Fred MacAulay's comic line-up with Ria Lina, Eshaan Akbar, Susan Riddell, Hal Cruttenden. From 2019.

In this first episode, Fred introduces the incredible Ria Lina who celebrates her favourite child with her unique parenting style, the challenging Eshaan Akbar sees through thinly-veiled racism on public transport, the self-confessed underdressed Susan Riddell wants part of her body to be dishwasher friendly, and one of the country's favourite stand-ups Hal Cruttenden plans his own funeral down to the gristly end.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the country's best comedians, recorded live in Glasgow.

This new series brings another selection of some of the best of stand-up comedians working in the UK right now. Some you'll know and some you won't - yet.

In this first episode, Fred introduces the incredible Ria Lina who celebrates her favourite child with her unique parenting style, the challenging Eshaan Akbar sees through thinly-veiled racism on public transport, the self-confessed underdressed Susan Riddell wants part of her body to be dishwasher friendly, and one of the country's favourite stand-ups Hal Cruttenden plans his own funeral down to the gristly end.

The series brings another selection of some of the best of stand-up comedians working in the UK right now. Some you'll know and some you won't - yet.

Fred introduces:

* The incredible Ria Lina who celebrates her favourite child with her unique parenting style.

* The challenging Eshaan Akbar sees through thinly-veiled racism on public transport.

* The self-confessed underdressed Susan Riddell wants part of her body to be dishwasher friendly.

* One of the country's favourite stand-ups Hal Cruttenden is planning his own funeral down to the gristly end.

A Dabster production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in April 2019.

Fred MacAulay introduces comedians: Ria Lina, Eshaan Akbar, Susan Riddell, Hal Cruttenden

* One of the country's favourite stand-ups Hal Cruttenden is planning his own funeral down to the gristly end.

* Gareth Waugh makes a triumphant return to the show, only to discover that the games he played as a child were perhaps not quite the same as everyone else.

* The explosive Ninia Benjamin has strong views on European politics.

* Justin Moorhouse has even stronger views on the extravagance that his kids now expect on holiday.

* To close the show, Fred's invited fellow Scot Gary Little down to The Stand - and if anyone can do an entire set about a frying pan, it's Gary.

A Dabster production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in 2019.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the country's best comedians, recorded live in Glasgow.

Fred MacAulay presents comedy recorded live in Glasgow: Gareth Waugh, Ninia Benjamin, Justin Moorhouse, Gary Little. From 2019.

In this unpredictable show, Fred introduces four hand picked favourites. Gareth Waugh makes a triumphant return to the show, only to discover that the games he played as a child were perhaps not quite the same as everyone else. The explosive Ninia Benjamin has strong views on European politics and Justin Moorhouse has even stronger views on the extravagance that his kids now expect on holiday. To close the show, Fred has invited his fellow Scot Gary Little down to The Stand - and if anyone can do an entire set about a frying pan, it's Gary.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the country's best comedians, recorded live in Glasgow.

This new series brings another selection of some of the best of stand-up comedians working in the UK right now. Some you'll know and some you won't - yet.

The series brings another selection of some of the best of stand-up comedians working in the UK right now. Some you'll know and some you won't - yet.

* Gareth Waugh makes a triumphant return to the show, only to discover that the games he played as a child were perhaps not quite the same as everyone else.

* The explosive Ninia Benjamin has strong views on European politics.

* Justin Moorhouse has even stronger views on the extravagance that his kids now expect on holiday.

* To close the show, Fred's invited fellow Scot Gary Little down to The Stand - and if anyone can do an entire set about a frying pan, it's Gary.

A Dabster production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in 2019.

In this episode, Fred introduces four hand picked favourites. Gareth Waugh makes a triumphant return to the show, only to discover that the games he played as a child were perhaps not quite the same as everyone else. The explosive Ninia Benjamin has strong views on European politics and Justin Moorhouse has even stronger views on the extravagance that his kids now expect on holiday. To close the show, Fred has invited his fellow Scot Gary Little down to The Stand - and if anyone can do an entire set about a frying pan, it's Gary.

* Jess Robinson has got a new twist on Six Degrees of Separation.

* Geordie comedian Raul Kohli makes his first return to Glasgow since 'the incident'.

* Elf Lyons cements herself as everyone's favourite imaginary friend.

* Glasgow's Chris Forbes headlines the show with two examples of inspiration and self belief - one more authentic than the other.

A Dabster production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in April 2019.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the country's best comedians, recorded live in Glasgow.

Fred MacAulay presents comedy recorded live in Glasgow: Jess Robinson, Raul Kohli, Elf Lyons and Chris Forbes. From April 2019.

* Geordie comedian Raul Kohli makes his first return to Glasgow since the incident.

As well as Fred's tales of bringing up dogs now the kids have left, this episode is packed with great stand-up, impressions and even inspiration. JESS ROBINSON has got a new twist on Six Degrees of Separation, while Geordie comedian Raul Kohli makes his first return to Glasgow since 'the incident'. Elf Lyons cements herself as everyone's favourite imaginary friend and Glasgow's CHRIS FORBES headlines the show with two examples of inspiration and self belief - one more authentic than the other.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the country's best comedians, recorded live in Glasgow.

This new series brings another selection of some of the best of stand-up comedians working in the UK right now. Some you'll know and some you won't - yet.

A Dabster production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in 2019.

The series brings another selection of some of the best of stand-up comedians working in the UK right now. Some you'll know and some you won't - yet.

* Jay Lafferty speaks for a generation that didn't grow up with dating apps.

* Stuart Mitchell has changed his life by appearing to be a serial killer

* Closing the show, one of the most respected stand-ups in the country - the outstanding Andy Askins.

A Dabster production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in April 2019.

From Glasgow - Fred MacAulay introduces more of the country's best comedians.

Fred MacAulay presents comedy recorded live in Glasgow: Micky Bartlett, Jay Lafferty, Stuart Mitchell, Andy Askins. From 2019.

This show sees Micky Bartlett share his opinions on Northern Irish politics as well as living with a partner for the first time, while Jay Lafferty speaks for a generation that didn't grow up with dating apps. Stuart Mitchell has changed his life by appearing to be a serial killer and, to close the show, one of the most respected stand-up comedians in the country - the outstanding Andy Askins.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the country's best comedians, recorded live in Glasgow.

This new series brings another selection of some of the best of stand-up comedians working in the UK right now. Some you'll know and some you won't - yet.

This episode sees Fred earn the highest honour of his career before introducing the wonderful Canadian Dana Alexander on to the famous stage. Glasgow's own Christopher Macarthur-Boyd is a well kent face around these parts, especially as he battles with the problems of living at home with his parents, while Helen Bauer's challenges with her mother are much more theatrical.

Headlining the show is the immovable Alun Cochrane, who truly captures the cool essence of the blues as he metaphorically - and almost literally - rips the roof off the venue.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the country's best comedians, recorded live in Glasgow.

Fred earns the highest honour of his career before introducing:

* The wonderful Canadian Dana Alexander on to the famous stage.

* Glasgow's own Christopher Macarthur-Boyd battles with the problems of living at home with his parents.

* Helen Bauer's challenges with her mother are much more theatrical.

* Plus, a turn from Alun Cochrane.

A Dabster production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in April 2019.

From Glasgow - Fred MacAulay introduces more of the country's best comedians.

Fred MacAulay with comedy recorded live: Dana Alexander, Christopher Macarthur-Boyd, Helen Bauer, Alun Cochrane. From 2019.

This episode sees Fred earn the highest honour of his career before introducing the wonderful Canadian Dana Alexander on to the famous stage. Glasgow's own Christopher Macarthur-Boyd is a well kent face around these parts, especially as he battles with the problems of living at home with his parents, while Helen Bauer's challenges with her mother are much more theatrical.

Headlining the show is the immovable ALUN COCHRANE, who truly captures the cool essence of the blues as he metaphorically - and almost literally - rips the roof off the venue.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the country's best comedians, recorded live in Glasgow.

This new series brings another selection of some of the best of stand-up comedians working in the UK right now. Some you'll know and some you won't - yet.

Elaine Malcolmson joins Fred to reminisce about her childhood without rose-tinted glasses, while Alfie Brown turns heads and is at the centre of sorting out world peace.

Returning to close the show is one of Fred MacAulay's favourite stand-up comedians, a solid pair of hands no matter how filthy they are - Mark Nelson.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the country's best comedians, recorded live in Glasgow.

In this final episode of the series, Fred introduces:

* Daliso Chaponda who is still adjusting to his post-TV fame. Who knew he'd end up being a role model? Not him.

* Elaine Malcolmson joins Fred to reminisce about her childhood without rose-tinted glasses.

* Alfie Brown turns heads and is at the centre of sorting out world peace.

* Returning to close the show is one of Fred's favourite stand-up comedians, a solid pair of hands no matter how filthy they are - Mark Nelson.

A Dabster production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in May 2019.

From Glasgow - Fred MacAulay introduces more of the country's best comedians.

Fred MacAulay presents comedy recorded live in Glasgow: Daliso Chaponda, Elaine Malcolmson, Alfie Brown, Mark Nelson. From 2019.

In this final episode of the series, Fred introduces Daliso Chaponda who is still adjusting to his post-TV fame. Who knew he'd end up being a role model? Not him. Elaine Malcolmson joins Fred to reminisce about her childhood without rose-tinted glasses, while Alfie Brown turns heads and is at the centre of sorting out world peace. Returning to close the show is one of Fred MacAulay's favourite stand-up comedians, a solid pair of hands no matter how filthy they are - Mark Nelson.

A Dabster production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in 2019.

Elaine Malcolmson joins Fred to reminisce about her childhood without rose-tinted glasses, while Alfie Brown turns heads and is at the centre of sorting out world peace.

Returning to close the show is one of Fred MacAulay's favourite stand-up comedians, a solid pair of hands no matter how filthy they are - Mark Nelson.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the country's best comedians, recorded live in Glasgow.

In this lively show, Fred introduces four hand picked favourites. Mark Simmons is known for having a joke for any subject under the sun and fires out countless one liners at an incredible pace. Erika Ehler makes her Radio 4 debut with an smart, uncompromising set that ruffled a few feathers on the night, whilst local hero Sammy Dobson set her home crowd straight on what dating is really like as you get into your 30s. Headlining the show is the inimitable Dave Johns, who takes the audience on the journey of seeing Ziggy Stardust for the very first time. Spellbinding, and of course, hilarious.

Produced by RICHARD MELVIN.

This new series brings another selection of some of the best of stand-up comedians working in the UK right now. Some you'll know and some you won't know - yet.

It's another cracking line up with comedians from all over the country. Local hero Gavin Webster is clearly having the time of his life performing on his home turf, and it's a joy to listen to. He's joined on stage by one of the stars of BBC Northern Ireland's Soft Border Patrol, Elaine Malcolmson, whose deadpan humour is perfect for an intimate club gig like this.

No stranger to Radio 4, Nathan Caton shows the audience that he's a true supporter of feminism in sport, while relative newcomer Anja Aitkinson shares her bullet proof business plan.

Completing the line up is Liam Farrelly from Scotland, who has a family of sisters, aunties and penguins, and he is gutted that he didn't get invited on his new uncle's stag do.

Produced by Richard Melvin

This series brings another selection of some of the best stand-up comedians working in the UK right now. Some you'll know and some you won't know - yet.

It's another cracking line up with comedians from all over the country. Local hero Gavin Webster is clearly having the time of his life performing on his home turf, and it's a joy to listen to. He's joined on stage by one of the stars of BBC Northern Ireland's Soft Border Patrol, Elaine Malcolmson, whose deadpan humour is perfect for an intimate club gig like this.

No stranger to Radio 4, Nathan Caton shows the audience that he's a true supporter of feminism in sport, while relative newcomer Anja Aitkinson shares her bullet proof business plan.

Completing the line up is Liam Farrelly from Scotland, who has a family of sisters, aunties and penguins, and he is gutted that he didn't get invited on his new uncle's stag do.

Produced by RICHARD MELVIN

Featuring hilarious Welsh over-sharer Priya Hall; the comedian best known for her fantasy marriage to Jurgen Klopp, Laura Lexx; more cracking observations and brilliant characterisations from Geordie Carl Hutchinson; and one of the country's most gifted natural comics, Seann Walsh.

A stand-up show like never before, featuring some of the country's funniest people.

Featuring hilarious Welsh over-sharer Priya Hall; the comedian best known for her fantasy marriage to Jurgen Klopp, Laura Lexx; more cracking observations and brilliant characterisations from Geordie Carl Hutchinson; and one of the country's most gifted natural comics, Seann Walsh.

A stand-up show like never before, featuring some of the country's funniest people.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the funniest comedians in the UK doing what they do best – pure stand-up comedy. And since we can't all get together in The Stand Comedy Club this year, everyone is gathering virtually for a live recording like never before.

Featuring hilarious Welsh over-sharer Priya Hall; the comedian best known for her fantasy marriage to Jurgen Klopp, Laura Lexx; more cracking observations and brilliant characterisations from Geordie Carl Hutchinson; and one of the country's most gifted natural comics, Seann Walsh.

Featuring everyone's favourite pub landlord Al Murray, razor sharp jokes from Geordie up-and-comer Louise Young, and fresh from stealing the show at the Royal Variety Performance, the deliciously cutting Jo Caulfield.

And just in case that wasn't enough, Fred also chats exclusively with the most successful comedian of a generation, Kevin Bridges.

A stand-up show like never before, featuring some of the country's funniest people.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the funniest comedians in the UK doing what they do best – pure stand-up comedy. And since we can't all get together in The Stand Comedy Club this year, everyone is gathering virtually for a live recording like never before.

Featuring everyone's favourite pub landlord Al Murray, razor sharp jokes from Geordie up-and-comer Louise Young, and fresh from stealing the show at the Royal Variety Performance, the deliciously cutting Jo Caulfield.

And just in case that wasn't enough, Fred also chats exclusively with the most successful comedian of a generation, Kevin Bridges.

Featuring actual Hollywood superstar and stand up comedian Omid Djalili, the razor sharp wit of Neil Delamere, gags and revelations from Emmanuel Sonubi, and undoubtedly one of the fastest rising stars on the circuit Amy Matthews.

A stand-up comedy show like never before, featuring some of the country's funniest people.

Featuring actual Hollywood superstar and stand up comedian Omid Djalili, the razor sharp wit of Neil Delamere, gags and revelations from Emmanuel Sonubi, and undoubtedly one of the fastest rising stars on the circuit Amy Matthews.

A stand-up comedy show like never before, featuring some of the country's funniest people.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the funniest comedians in the UK doing what they do best - pure stand-up comedy. And since we can't all get together in The Stand Comedy Club this year, everyone is gathering virtually for a live gig like never before!

Featuring cutting edge satirist and stand up, Marcus Brigstocke, one of Scotland's funniest topical comedians Mark Nelson, star of stage and social media Janey Godley, and representing Newcastle where we should have recorded this show, the endlessly effervescent Kai Humphries.

A stand-up comedy show like never before, featuring some of the country's funniest people.

Featuring cutting edge satirist and stand up, MARCUS BRIGSTOCKE, one of Scotland's funniest topical comedians MARK NELSON, star of stage and social media JANEY GODLEY, and representing Newcastle where we should have recorded this show, the endlessly effervescent Kai Humphries.

Featuring cutting edge satirist and stand up, MARCUS BRIGSTOCKE, one of Scotland's funniest topical comedians MARK NELSON, star of stage and social media JANEY GODLEY, and representing Newcastle where we should have recorded this show, the endlessly effervescent Kai Humphries.

Fred MacAulay introduces some of the funniest comedians in the UK doing what they do best – pure stand-up comedy. And since we can't all get together in The Stand Comedy Club this year, everyone is gathering virtually for a live gig like never before!

A stand-up comedy show like never before, featuring some of the country's funniest people.

In this episode, Fred explains how he conformed to government guidelines during lockdown, and introduces Junior Doctor Michael Akadiri on to the stage to tell stories from his fertility clinic. Lauren Pattison shares her stories of glorious misfortune as she returned to working in retail over the last two years, while 'Arab Woman of the Year' nominee Esther Manito compares her life with and without children.

The headliner is the unmistakably Lee Ridley, aka Lost Voice Guy, who explains why he could never be an astronaut, even if he wanted to be.

Produced by Richard Melvin

A fantastic selection of some of the best of stand-up comedians working in the UK right now. Some you'll know and some you won't - yet.

In this episode, Fred explains how he conformed to government guidelines during lockdown, and introduces Junior Doctor Michael Akadiri on to the stage to tell stories from his fertility clinic. Lauren Pattison shares her stories of glorious misfortune as she returned to working in retail over the last two years, while 'Arab Woman of the Year' nominee Esther Manito compares her life with and without children.

The headliner is the unmistakably Lee Ridley, aka Lost Voice Guy, who explains why he could never be an astronaut, even if he wanted to be.

Produced by Richard Melvin

In this edition, Fred perfectly encapsulates the mindset of a Scottish audience before introducing Anuvab Pal to the Newcastle stage. Anuvab shares his perspective of Indian colonisation, before American stand-up Krystal Evans jokes about having a very young baby during the pandemic.

Mark Nelson makes a triumphant return to the series, as his kids learn to swim with the help of his best shark impression.

Funny Woman champion Thanyia Moore shares her lockdown woes and, to take us out with a song, longstanding Geordie comedian Richard Morton updates some classic rock n' roll for the more discerning audience.

Produced by Richard Melvin

In this edition, Fred perfectly encapsulates the mindset of a Scottish audience before introducing Anuvab Pal to the Newcastle stage. Anuvab shares his perspective of Indian colonisation, before American stand-up Krystal Evans jokes about having a very young baby during the pandemic.

MARK NELSON makes a triumphant return to the series, as his kids learn to swim with the help of his best shark impression.

Funny Woman champion Thanyia Moore shares her lockdown woes and, to take us out with a song, longstanding Geordie comedian RICHARD MORTON updates some classic rock n' roll for the more discerning audience.

Produced by RICHARD MELVIN