Reece Kidd interviews comedian Finlay Christie in the fifteenth episode of Kidding.

Finlay Christie is the youngest ever winner of the distinguished So You Think You’re Funny competition at 19, Finlay follows in the comedic lineage of Peter Kay, Lee Mack, and Sarah Millican. Three years later, his debut Edinburgh show “OK Zoomer” was nominated for NextUp’s “Best Show” award, earning him a reputation from Chortle as "the voice of his generation."

With a YouTube channel boasting over 300k subscribers and a notable presence on TikTok, Finlay has successfully bridged the gap between stand-up comedy and digital content creation. His online series, such as "When they go to a foreign country in a Hollywood film" and "Asking black and white people the same questions about…", have garnered millions of views and made him a prominent figure in the digital comedy space.

Beyond his digital success, Finlay has appeared on a variety of television platforms including 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (Channel 4), The Stand-Up Sketch Show (ITV2), The BBC New Comedy Awards, Get Off My Phone! (Dave), and Jokes Only An AI Can Tell (Channel 4). He has also graced the stage at Montreal’s Just For Laughs festival and performed across Europe for the Comedy Store.

This episode delves into Finlay's early start in comedy, from the initial stages of starting in comedy to encountering the brutal realities of open mics, the challenges of going viral, and the importance of embracing cultural differences. Reece and Finlay discuss the value of creativity within constraints and share insights into preparing for major comedy events like the Edinburgh show. They also touch on content creation strategies, offer advice on pacing oneself in the industry, and look forward to Finlay's upcoming stand-up special Ok Zoomer.

They also discuss a range of offbeat topics, such as North Korea boat tours, influencer culture, barbers.

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