"Leading with kindness — I find what goes around comes around" — Gabbi Bolt. Gabbi Bolt might have come onto our radar while online during the pandemic but she's so much more than a Tik Tok comedian. In this chat, she shares her dream for a more inclusive comedy scene, what it was like backing it up after a hit live show in 2022, and how she helped raise $2 million for the production of Ratatouille the musical. More about Gabbit Bolt: https://linktr.ee/GabbiBolt See Wil live: https://comedy.com....
May 17, 2023•2 hr•Ep 282•Transcript available on Metacast "Life's a joke. Feels the vibes." Guy Williams explains why all of his comedy heroes have let him down and the 'tension' that comes from loving Louis CK's comedy but also leading a petition for him not to tour New Zealand. As the conversation digs into cancel culture, Wil reveals a joke from his latest stand-up show he's been mulling over — instead of helping, Guy explains why the joke could be even more problematic than Wil first thought. More Guy Williams: https://www.youtube.com/@NewZealandTo...
May 10, 2023•2 hr 51 min•Ep 281•Transcript available on Metacast If you like Wilosophy, check out TOFOP. In each episode, Wil Anderson catches up with his old mate [writer, actor] Charlie Clausen to chat pop culture, weird hypotheticals, and funny stories from their lives. The show's been running for over a decade so we recorded this intro ep to catch you up on the backstory. To hear more follow TOFOP: https://podfollow.com/381224765 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 08, 2023•29 min•Ep 280•Transcript available on Metacast "Make one thing fun every day" — Chris Ryan. See Chris live: https://chrisryancomedy.com/ Chris on insta: https://www.instagram.com/christineryancomedy/?hl=en See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 03, 2023•2 hr 54 min•Ep 279•Transcript available on Metacast "Enjoy what you have and also remember that nothing matters" — Guy Montgomery. New Zealand's Guy Montgomery requires no introduction. To avoid being seen as a try-hard he traveled to the other side of the world to start his stand-up career. He has since returned to the southern hemisphere and in this chat explains the halo effect of Flight of the Concords as well as why he thinks things don't matter as much as you think. More about Guy (plus ticket info): https://linktr.ee/guy_mont See Wil Ander...
Apr 26, 2023•2 hr 41 min•Ep 278•Transcript available on Metacast "All art is rebellion" — Jason Leong. Jason gives an insight into Malaysian politics, as well as how he made the jump from medicine to comedy. See Jason live: https://braindrain.jasonleong.my/ See Wil Anderson live: https://comedy.com.au/tour/wil-anderson-2023/ Read Wil's new book, 'I Am NOT Fine, Thanks': https://rb.gy/j5htl See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 19, 2023•2 hr 35 min•Ep 277•Transcript available on Metacast “Where there is power concentrated — it’s not necessarily earned, it’s not warranted — but it is exercised and those are the conditions where wrongdoing happens” — Ange Lavoipierre. Comedian and journalist, Ange Lavoipierre shares what it was like growing up as the overachieving, cello-playing kid from Bathurst, NSW, and how a leukemia diagnosis changed their life. As well as thoughts on legacy, nicotine, and faith (including a speaking-in-tongues story), Ange gives her take on the thing more li...
Apr 13, 2023•2 hr 52 min•Ep 276•Transcript available on Metacast "Doing your best by the people you're in contact with, and yourself, is the only way to live life" — Justin Hamilton. Hammo is Wil's longtime comedic sparring partner (a regular on FOFOP) but this chat shows a new side to the incredibly thoughtful comedian and writer. Hear about, his struggles growing up, early humour influences, and why he doesn't drive. See Justin Hamilton live: https://www.justinhamilton.com.au/gigs See Wil Anderson live: https://comedy.com.au/tour/wil-anderson-2023/ Read Wil...
Apr 05, 2023•2 hr 54 min•Ep 275•Transcript available on Metacast Getting wilosophical with author, activist, and comedian, Mandy Nolan. See Many live: https://mandynolan2.bandzoogle.com/home See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 28, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep 274•Transcript available on Metacast Getting wilosophical with Vir Das, recorded live at the Sydney Opera House. See Wil live: https://comedy.com.au/tour/wil-anderson-2023/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 21, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep 273•Transcript available on Metacast Getting wilosophical (sort of) with English comedian, Nish Kumar. Recorded live at the Sydney Opera House. See Wil Anderson live: https://comedy.com.au/tour/wil-anderson-2023/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 13, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep 272•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Jock Zonfrillo See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 26, 2021•2 hr 48 min•Ep 270•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Hugh van Cuylenbeg. Hugh van Cuylenberg is a writer and speaker known for his work with The Resilience Podcast and his podcast, The Imperfects. His new book, "Let Go" is available now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 19, 2021•2 hr 34 min•Ep 269•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Kram. Kram is an Australian musician best known as the drummer of Spiderbait. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 16, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep 268•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Adam Densten. Adam Densten is best known as one half of Gogglebox's "Adam & Symon." Together, they host the Adam & Symon podcast, and work on several other creative projects. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 12, 2021•2 hr 31 min•Ep 267•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Jan Fran... for the FOURTH time! Jan Fran is an award winning journalist who can be seen on Channel 10's "The Project," heard of Listnr's "The Briefing," as well as seen on the ABC's "Question Everything" alongside Wil. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 05, 2021•2 hr 31 min•Ep 266•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Jimmy Carr Jimmy Carr is a British comedian known for his work on shows such as '8 out of 10 Cats,' and his stand-up comedy shows. His new book, 'Before & Laughter' is a story of Jimmy turning it all around after being bored in his 20s. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: WILOSOPHY with Dara O'Briain WILOSOPHY with Aisling Bea See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Nov 28, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Ep 264•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Eddie Perfect... again. Eddie Perfect is an Australian musician, writer and actor who has written music for Broadway musicals like Beetlejuice and King Kong: The Musical, as well as working with Kylie Minogue on an Australian tourism advertising campaign for British audiences. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE WILOSOPHY with Eddie Perfect WILOSOPHY with Gyton Grantley See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Nov 25, 2021•2 hr 52 min•Ep 263•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Laurie Kilmartin. Laurie Kilmartin is an American comedian and writer. Her brand new comedy album, "Corset" is now available to stream on Spotfiy and other music streaming services. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: WILOSOPHY with Aisling Bea WILOSOPHY with Beth Stelling See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Nov 21, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep 262•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Andy Griffiths. Andy Griffiths is an author of kids book such as the "Just" series, The Day My Bum Went Psycho, and more recently, the "Treehouse" series. Andy tells the story of his journey from being in a punk rock band, to making goofy, comedy books for kids. Plus, advice as to how to get kids interested in reading. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: WILOSOPHY with Max Barry WILOSOPHY with Christian O'Connell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Nov 14, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Ep 261•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Kaz Cooke. Kaz Cooke is an author and cartoonist from Australia known for her advice and self-help books for girls and women, such as 'The Modern Girl's Guide to Safe Sex,' and 'Girl Stuff.' Her new book, 'You're Doing It Wrong,' discusses the substantial amount of bad advice that has been given out to women throughout time! YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: WILOSOPHY with Clare Bowditch WILOSOPHY with Clementine Ford See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Nov 07, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Ep 260•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Tosh Greenslade. Tosh Greenslade is an Australian actor and author best known for his work on Shaun Micallef's 'Mad as Hell.' In 2020, he published a satirical comedy book, 'The Scomo Diaries.' YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: WILOSOPHY with Shaun Micallef WILOSOPHY with Michelle Brasier See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 31, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Ep 259•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Declan Fay. Declan Fay is a comedy writer, director and podcaster who has worked on shows such as Rove & Ronny Chieng: International Student. He is also the creator of the narrative podcast, "Crossbread," which has garnered critical acclaim. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE WILOSOPHY with Ronny Chieng WILOSOPHY with Damien Power See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 28, 2021•2 hr 2 min•Ep 258•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Christiaan Van Vuuren. Christiaan Van Vuuren is an actor, writer and director from Sydney who is known for his web series "Bondi Hipsters." His new miniseries, "Big Deal," sees him investigate Australia's political donation system and how it influences democracy. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: WILOSOPHY with Craig Reucassel WILOSOPHY with Charles Firth See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 24, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Ep 257•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Charlie Pickering. Charlie Pickering is a comedian and writer from Australia known for his satirical news show, The Weekly. Charlie has appeared on WILOSOPHY twice in the past, in 2015 and 2020. His newest project, "The Time Traveller's Guide to Not Dying" is an Audible original show that is available now. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: WILOSOPHY with Charlie Pickering (Part 1) WILOSOPHY with Charlie Pickering (Part 2) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 17, 2021•51 min•Ep 256•Transcript available on Metacast Aisling Bea is an Irish comedian, actress and writer perhaps known best for her comedy-drama series, “This Way Up,” which she wrote and produced. Starting off the recording by having a postage dilemma, Aisling and Wil have a long and thoughtful conversation about comedy, life and philosophy. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: WILOSOPHY with Dara O’Briain WILOSOPHY with Jen Kirkman See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 10, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Ep 255•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Luke Darcy Luke Darcy is a former Australian rules footballer and current radio and television presenter covering AFL. Luke and Wil chat about the Darcy family’s history with AFL, his time playing for the Western Bulldogs, and moving into the media after his playing career. Luke’s new podcast ‘Empowering Leaders’ is available now via LiSTNR. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: WILOSOPHY with Neroli Meadows WILOSOPHY with Wayne Schwass See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...
Oct 03, 2021•2 hr 34 min•Ep 254•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Dr. Yves Rees Dr. Yves Rees is a writer, historian, podcast and currently a lecturer in History at La Trobe University in Melbourne. Dr. Rees’ new book, “All About Yves” is a memoir about the trans experience in which they explore their realisation that they were transgender at age 30. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: WILOSOPHY with Hannah Mouncey WILOSOPHY with Anna Piper Scott See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 26, 2021•2 hr 40 min•Ep 253•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Max Barry Max Barry is an Australian author known for novels such as 'Syrup,' 'Jeniffer Government,' and his most recent novel, 'The 22 Murders of Madison May.' A high school friend of Wil's, Max was on of the first guests to ever appear on WILOSOPHY way back in 2015. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: WILOSOPHY with Todd Sampson WILOSOPHY with Ben Lee See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 19, 2021•2 hr 30 min•Ep 252•Transcript available on Metacast Getting Wilosophical with Bridie Jabour. Bridie Jabour is a writer and journalist who had her life changed during a near death experience in a truck accident that nearly killed her whole family. She speaks about her new book, 'Trivial Grievances' and how she became better at what's important. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: WILOSOPHY with Clem Bastow WILOSOPHY with Clare Bowditch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 12, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep 251•Transcript available on Metacast 
