“Look ’em in the eye and embrace your fears.” The terror of my first ever stand-up gig
The longest five minutes of my life. “Look ‘em in the eye and embrace your fears.” No, not the advice that was given to a young conscripted soldier before he’s sent to the frontline, but the advice I received before I did my very first stand-up comedy gig. Some would argue the premise is the […]
8 years ago
This is the joke that Des Bishop claims was cut from his election special on RTÉ
Who’s afraid of the big bad wolf? If the wolf is represented by a potential legal action by a multi-gazillionaire businessperson, then it seems that RTÉ are very much on the side of cowardice. Last Monday, before Des Bishop’s Election aired, the comic tweeted… If there are no jokes about Denis O'Brien on my election […]
10 years ago
Vodafone Comedy Carnival Galway announces stellar line-up
The Vodafone Comedy Carnival Galway is back in town this October, with this year’s event boasting its longest ever programme running for a full 12 days and two weekends.
12 years ago
Des Bishop can’t quite believe Wexford beat Clare; hopes to ‘get the shift in Bogarts’
God speed, Des, JOE is with you all the way.
12 years ago
Inspiring by example – Cancer survivor and one of Irelands funniest comedians, Des Bishop wants Irish people to be part of the fight against cancer
Cancer survivor and one of the funniest comedians in Ireland, Des Bishop, is urging Irish people to raise funds to support increased cancer awareness for the Ballygowan Gold B Part of it campaign.
12 years ago
Kilkenny Cat Laughs launches their 20th anniversary line-up
The 20th Sky Cat Laughs Festival in Kilkenny for the June Bank Holiday has been launched
13 years ago