John Bishop
English comedian and actor known for stand-up work and for the film Is This Thing On?, which dramatizes parts of his life and career; discusses family, parenting, and his rise in comedy in the episode.
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Jan 30, 2026 • 1h 7min
S12 EP8: John Bishop
John Bishop, English comedian and actor known for stand-up and the film Is This Thing On?, talks family life and his rise from pharma to comedy. He shares how fatherhood shaped his career choices. He recounts making a documentary about his son Joe’s hearing, turning memories into a film, and the surreal impact of sudden fame on family dynamics.
Jan 20, 2026 • 42min
Comedian John Bishop on his life story inspiring a Hollywood movie
Stand-up comedian John Bishop shares how his tumultuous divorce inspired the Hollywood film Is This Thing On?, detailing his journey from open-mic nights to fame. He highlights the powerful role of stand-up in processing emotions, even reflecting on an awkward moment when his estranged wife showed up in the audience. Tom Saunders discusses their award-winning theatre training for GPs, emphasizing the importance of empathy in consultations. Meanwhile, author Jamila Gavin reads from her acclaimed novel on World War I, tackling tough themes for young readers.
