Kiell Smith-Bynoe: New Ghosts' Film, First Acting Memories & Love For Improv Comedy | TalkBox Ep. 52

Gary Stevenson: Bad Economics Questions, Wealth Taxes & Why the Rich Keep Getting Richer | TalkBox Ep.56

This week Rich Fulcher [https://www.instagram.com/rich_fulcher/?hl=en] sits down with economist, author and educator Gary Stevenson [https://www.instagram.com/garyseconomics/] for one of the most unique TalkBox conversations yet. Together they explore economics, wealth, politics, media, power and the challenges facing modern society, all through the lens of Gary's work explaining these topics to millions of people online. Topics include: * How these two ended up in the same room together in the first place (it involves a picture of Rich in a toilet) * Gary's Wealth Tax campaign * Why the richest are getting richer * The decline of traditional news media * Differences between the UK and US attitudes towards success and wealth * Historical parallels with the early 1900s * Gary's upcoming documentary project And of course, Rich asks some questions that many of us have probably wondered ourselves. A fascinating conversation and something a little different from our usual episodes. Let us know what you think. Follow Gary: YouTube:  @garyseconomics [https://www.youtube.com/garyseconomics]  Website: https://garyseconomics.org/ [https://garyseconomics.org/ ]Buy His Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Trading-Game-Sunday-Times-bestseller/dp/1802062734 [https://www.amazon.co.uk/Trading-Game-Sunday-Times-bestseller/dp/1802062734 ] Support TalkBox and get episodes early:https://patreon.com/RichFulchersTalkBox [https://patreon.com/RichFulchersTalkBox] Buy TalkBox Merch:https://richfulcher.bigcartel.com [https://richfulcher.bigcartel.com] If you enjoyed the episode, leave a review and follow us for future episodes!

Evaldas Karosas: Edinburgh Fringe Debut, Comedy in Lithuania & Not Showering | TalkBox Ep.55

This week Rich is joined by comedian Evaldas Karosas [https://www.instagram.com/evaldaskarosas/]! They discuss Evaldas' debut Edinburgh Fringe show, discovering British comedy while growing up in Lithuania, how his stand-up writing has evolved over the years and why he only seems to shower when a podcast appearance is involved. The conversation also includes questionable food safety advice, steam-related observations that may have been better left unsaid, and a surprisingly touching story about a childhood teddy bear that Rich immediately ruins. A really funny episode with one of the most exciting up-and-coming comedians on the UK circuit. Evaldas' Edinburgh Fringe show is on sale now: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/evaldas-karosas-a-very-capable-man [https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/evaldas-karosas-a-very-capable-man] You can buy Rich's Infamous Book Here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Tiny-Acts-Rebellion-Almost-Legal-Stick/dp/1843174154 [https://www.amazon.co.uk/Tiny-Acts-Rebellion-Almost-Legal-Stick/dp/1843174154] Support TalkBox on Patreon and get episodes early:https://patreon.com/RichFulchersTalkBox [https://patreon.com/RichFulchersTalkBox] Get TalkBox Merch: https://richfulcher.bigcartel.com [https://richfulcher.bigcartel.com] If you enjoyed the episode, please follow or subscribe for future episodes and leave a review!

Dan Tiernan: New Crystal Obsession, Sibling Rivalries & Psychosis Journey | TalkBox Ep.54

Comedian Dan Tiernan [https://www.instagram.com/tiernancomedian/] joins Rich Fulcher [https://www.instagram.com/rich_fulcher/?hl=en] for a really funny and unexpectedly thoughtful conversation about crystals, ADHD, psychosis, insecurity and surviving stand-up comedy. They get into: * Dan’s Edinburgh Fringe show Quartz * His fascination with crystals and how they helped him during psychosis * Vocabulary insecurity and comedians who overuse words like “nuance” and “nefarious” * ADHD coping mechanisms and medication * Why Dan refuses to learn to drive * Older sibling pressure and responsibility Plus Rich nearly eats one of Dan’s crystals. Dan Tiernan’s Edinburgh Fringe show Quartz & All is on sale now: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/dan-tiernan-quartz-and-all [https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/dan-tiernan-quartz-and-all] Want episodes early? Support the pod on Patreon https://patreon.com/RichFulchersTalkBox [https://patreon.com/RichFulchersTalkBox] Shop TalkBox merch: https://richfulcher.bigcartel.com/ [https://richfulcher.bigcartel.com/] If you enjoyed the episode please follow the pod and leave a review!

Alfie Dundas: Viral Crowdwork Clips, Edinburgh Fringe Debut & Acting Ambitions | TalkBox Ep.53

Comedian and internet sensation Alfie Dundas [https://www.instagram.com/alfie_dundas/] joins Rich Fulcher [https://www.instagram.com/rich_fulcher/] for a really fun conversation about stand-up, going viral online, acting ambitions and his Edinburgh Fringe debut. They discuss: * Alfie’s viral couple crowd work clip * Online attention and audience expectations * Why he thought he’d be ideal for Challengers * Edinburgh fringe debuts and his Scottish roots * Rich’s new moustache for an acting role Plus plenty of improvised nonsense along the way. 🎟️ Alfie Dundas — Edinburgh Fringe: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/alfie-dundas-first-class-panic [https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/alfie-dundas-first-class-panic] Support Us on Patreon & Access Episodes Early! https://patreon.com/RichFulchersTalkBox [https://patreon.com/RichFulchersTalkBox] Check Out Our TalkBox Merch: http://richfulcher.bigcartel.com/ [http://richfulcher.bigcartel.com/] If you enjoyed the show, please follow and leave a review as it helps the podcast be seen!

Kiell Smith-Bynoe: New Ghosts' Film, First Acting Memories & Love For Improv Comedy | TalkBox Ep. 52

Kiell Smith-Bynoe [https://www.koolstorybro.co.uk/] joins Rich Fulcher [https://www.instagram.com/rich_fulcher/] for a joyful dive into acting, improv, comedy, and the strange moments that push people towards performing. They get into: * Kiell’s first ever laugh on stage * Acting school and agent showcases * Ghosts, Stath Lets Flats & the upcoming Ghosts movie * Improv comedy and his live tour Kool Story Bro [https://www.koolstorybro.co.uk/] * And a surprising amount about The Goofy Movie and Good Burger Catch Kiell’s improv tour Kool Story Bro live: https://www.koolstorybro.co.uk/ And keep an eye out for the upcoming Ghosts movie Support the podcast on Patreon and gain perks: https://patreon.com/RichFulchersTalkBox [https://patreon.com/RichFulchersTalkBox] Shop Talk Box Merch: http://richfulcher.bigcartel.com/ [http://richfulcher.bigcartel.com/] If you enjoyed the show, please follow and leave a review! It helps the podcast grow and stay around.