Connecting with Comedy
27/02/2023
Taking a look back at our first three episodes of Season 5, what a diverse set of guests we’ve already had and how they have taught us so much
Tracy Morgan
Taking a look back at our first three episodes of Season 5, what a diverse set of guests we’ve already had and how they have taught us so much
Success is a shared smile and when we think of success, don’t measure our wins by the awards, distinctions, promotions, and accolades that we receive from others. Always winning, always.
This week I’m reflecting on what we learned from Sean Foley on The Podcast last week, amongst many things, can you teach yourself to hear the funny?
As a business psychologist, I’m often asked what the ultimate key to success is. Is it intelligence? Influence? Innovation? Nope. The answer is far simpler,
David Gower has spent his entire career with great leaders or as a great leader. What is this cricket captains key to leadership success? Gower says that the first step in leadership is listening. He knows that captains who build rapport with their teams experience great success in the boardroom and on the pitch.
Humour is a team effort. Whether you’re the one delivering the punchlines or simply appreciating them, your contribution matters.
New Year, New You? Well, maybe not. Let’s face it, the traditional New Year resolutions are about as exciting as a cup of cold-sick.
Social Mobility provides the opportunity for everyone to advance within a society. It levels the playing field and enables people to reach their true potential
Want to become a better leader through humour? You know where to find us where wit meets wisdom and meetings finally get more interesting.
The Kooks award-winning front man Luke Pritchard joins The Humourology Podcast to discuss the importance of a sense of humour when performing on stage.
Despite what you may think, laughter is sometimes used as a defense mechanism. This article touches on the importance of kindness in humour, and how uncomfortable jokes can be bad for you and the people you’re telling them to.
On my trip to Norway last week, I had the great pleasure of working and laughing with fantastic groups of young students.
In This Classic episode we revisit Scott Quinnell, he is, in every sense, a big man. Big personality, big presence, big heart and, thankfully for all of us, big humour.
René Carayol MBE has a voice that carries. Whether in the broadcasting booth, broadsheet or the boardroom, René believes owning your mistakes with a bit of humour is what makes a good leader.
Matt Forde knows that the best bosses are not burdened with the responsibility of leadership. If you want to be a great boss, bring a lightness to your leadership that invites people to go with you. Don’t know how to make that change? Forde says to fake it until you make it and act like you are crushing it and you will bring people with you.
For too many people, laughter isn’t part of their daily routine. With a smile no longer in your schedule, you lose the value of sharing a laugh.
“When you laugh at mistakes it saves you enormous amounts of time.” Throughout his extraordinary and impressive career as co-creator of NLP, hypnotist, consultant, and
‘I am thrilled to join the Forbes Business Council and be part of a community that values expertise, innovation and leadership’
Do you aspire to be a great communicator? Comedy (and Humourology) holds the key to communicating with clarity
Do you remember the last time you burst into laughter so hard that it felt like all your worries melted away? That’s the kind of
The Paralympic Games stand as a beacon of inclusion, resilience, and the sheer joy of the human spirit. In a world often overshadowed by division
Read how Humourology is about building strong relationships that lead to business success. It’s about using humour, humility, and a light touch to connect with people on a deeper level.
The Law of Jante is one of those cultural peculiarities that could only come about in a place where the sun always shines, and the people yearn for Koselig. Originally derived from fiction, the laws of Jante have become the social norm for social modesty
There is nothing quite like the sound of crickets. On a cricket pitch, it usually means a long, lazy summer afternoon. On a comedy stage, it means something has gone terribly wrong.
The 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC) was a brilliant showcase of how humour and joy can be used as powerful political tools. The Democrats, fully aware of Donald Trump’s thin skin when it comes to being the subject of jokes, strategically wielded humour to unite their base and undermine their opponents.
Tender Persuasion turns cold, lifeless tenders into persuasive stories that win more contracts, boost trust, and help you stand out.
This Classic Humourology episode is packed with pearls of wisdom, delivered with Arlene’s trademark sparkle. She reminds us that success isn’t just about steps – it’s about stories.
Rory Sutherland is a Master of Marketing. As a multi-award-winning advertising executive, Sutherland has made a career of motivating the masses. For Sutherland, creativity is
Our guests on this season of The Humourology Podcast have some tips on how you can get the most out of your investment in joy by sharing it with others.
In our classic Humourology episode, Scott Quinnell shared insights that resonate not only with rugby enthusiasts but also with business leaders.
Over the last few weeks, The Humourology Podcast has played host to two brilliant minds in communication and humour. Together they have shared with us how comedy can help you connect with crowds and how humour can build resilience
JOMO is the art of embracing the beauty of missing out on the noise and chaos of the world around us. It’s about finding contentment in solitude, enjoying the simple pleasures of life, and cherishing our own company without feeling the need to constantly chase after what everyone else is doing.
I am incredibly pleased and humbled to have been asked to be an ambassador for the Alan Rickman Professorship of Facial Surgery.
Paul shares his top tips on how to use Humour to turn around what we may think of as a disaster into a roaring success
“Everyone smiles in the same language.” George Carlin Dr. Richard Bandler returns for a continuation of his conversation on laughter, listening, and learning. A master
Danny Wallace knows that tone is the best tool when it comes to humour. A tremendous tone makes you more trustworthy, tasteful, and talented. Actively listening to your audience and presenting your talk with the appropriate tone is the best way to ensure you are tickling the ribs of the crowd.
Paul’s recent trip to Cannes has inspired him to talk about mentoring and the benefits we can all gain from giving our time and experience to others
Years of touring with the band Madness have taught Mark Bedford a thing or two about collaboration.
The book “How to win friends and influence people” my father gave me at sixteen still sits quietly behind much of my work today. In the psychology of humour. In the way leaders build trust under pressure.
Tessy Ojo knows that gratitude is the best attitude. When you approach your work with an openness to gratitude it is much easier to see the lighter side. Approaching difficult situations with an attitude of gratitude can help you bring hope to the hardest of times. When things get difficult, get thankful!
Can Humourology be a game-changer in your pursuit of happiness? Let’s explore how humour can be your best ally in achieving joy. So, let’s dive in and have some fun!
Laughter builds trust and humour strengthens business relationships. Building great business relationships is a valuable tool in creating a network of people that you can trust to help you succeed. Business relationships come in all shapes and sizes, but most share a similar characteristic: Trust.
More stress busting tips and how keeping a sense of humour when your finances are challenging can bring financial resilience
Robin Ince says that the best ideas never come when you are sitting at the computer. Robin recommends a regular romp around to get those creative juices flowing. Watching funny things with other people will help build positive neural pathways that will put the punch back into your productivity.
Dr. Phil Hammond knows that laughter is the best medicine. He suggests scheduling fun into your day if you are looking for a healthier life. Diarizing fun can help bolster your brain and body. Force yourself to have fun and the benefits will soon follow.
Iain Lee joins Paul Boross on The Humourology Podcast to discuss his leap from comedy to counselling and using humour to heal through his time in recovery.
Member of the House of Lords and a Champion of Human rights, Helena Kennedy KC discusses the value of humour in the fight for everyone’s rights.
We are not anti AI. We are pro-humanity. As technology accelerates, humour becomes less of a nice to have and more of a differentiator.
Pitch what now? As The Pitch Doctor, I pride myself on knowing every contour, cadence and caffeine-fuelled curveball in the presentation world. But this one? It was a new one
Mark Thomas – prolific comedian and political activist – joins Paul Boross on the Humourology Podcast to share side-splitting stories from a life on the stage and political activisim
People are catching on to just how important humour can be in the workplace.
Neil Mullarkey is a legend in the world of improv. As the Founder of The Comedy Store Players and an active improv trainer and comedian,
When giving a speech or delivering a talk, Mark says that sincerity sells. Cringeworthy comedy and hackneyed humour can leave you murdered at the mic. A sincere speech with a few quick quips is sure to leave your audience satisfied.
Laughing It Off using humour is a great coping mechanism in High-Stress Work Environments. Laughter is a valuable tool when it comes to building resiliency.
You may have wondered who those tragic souls were in the old Photo Love magazines. The melodramatic black and white photo stories. The doomed romances. The overwrought captions. Well…
Ah, Boxing Day, the day when the sofa becomes your best friend, and the only exercise you plan involves reaching for the remote control.
One of the themes that emerged during my recent conversation on the Humourology Podcast with Sir Anthony Seldon was how humour often reveals the real person underneath
Here’s a classic episode of Humourology, featuring Lord William Hague.
The science behind how teasing your friends strengthens the bonds of friendship and how finding the right balance benefits everybody
In this classic episode of The Humourology Podcast, political satirist, comedian, and podcast host Matt Forde proves why he’s one of the most compelling voices in British comedy today.
In this episode of the Humourology podcast, Spike Edney shares the secrets of the charismatic mirth and magic of Freddie Mercury and why humour is such a powerful release valve.
Getting a book into print and into the hands of eager readers is no easy task. It’s a complex journey with many steps along the
Humour, when used intelligently, is not about telling jokes; it is about building bridges. It disarms, it connects, and it creates a shared moment of humanity.
Effective leadership uses lots of tools, Humour can be one of the most powerful when it comes to making a difference
The Beckham documentary may look like lighter fare compared to analysing world leaders in the middle of geopolitical crises. But the psychology is the same. And in some ways, it is even more revealing.
John Lloyd knows that a sense of humour is a valuable tool. Whether creating an award-winning comedy programmes or building a business that puts people
Jon’s Top Takeaway: Humour can be used to disarm even the most difficult clients and coworkers.
Prolific, respected and best loved comedian and commentator Simon Evans joins Paul Boross and the Humourology Podcast for an insightful discussion around captivating crowds with confidence at a comedy show and in life.
Paul discusses the power of humour and its ability to promote the positive in both our business and personal lives. Read about the art and science of humour and how you can harness it’s positive influence
Why Tim Walz Is the Perfect Running Mate for Kamala Harris
Cally Beaton knows what it takes to command a boardroom and captivate an audience. What does she do to prepare? She visualizes success! Cally says
That cringe-worthy moment when time seems to stand still, and you’d give anything to sink into the floor and disappear. What if I told you
Humour connects us, steadies us and reminds us that resilience is not about pretending everything is fine. It is about finding the part of yourself that can still see light and allowing that light to lead the way.
In a recent survey, 62% of people identified as lonely. So, it would seem, that both company owners and workers want the same thing – more positive time in the office.
How Humour Helps: As a master of comedy, Dominic Holland knows how to engage a crowd. Whether you are performing stand-up or are standing up
At Humourology HQ, we like to make you all feel good about yourselves and one particularly clever way of doing this is to slip a deliberate typo into our emails
Humourology live is at The Ludlow Fringe Festival this weekend, find out what Paul is planning to bring to a live audience and how you can get to see him.
Clive Tyldesley – legendary football commentator – joins Paul Boross and The Humourology podcast to discuss the power of comedy in communicating, commentating, and connecting with others
Embarking on new endeavours or stepping into leaving your comfort zone can be intimidating, yet it is in these moments of bravery—…
Trump, it seems, managed to stay a step ahead, not by avoiding humour but by harnessing it in his unique way. Articles in recent months have explored why attempts to use satire to undermine Trump fell flat.
Playing safe: is this the biggest danger to success these days? This week I reflect on my chat with Jeremy Lee on last week’s Humourology Podcast and what we learned about taking risks and what we learned about taking risks
As we tiptoe towards the end of 2024 and get ready to sing Auld Lang Syne, it’s natural to think about what the next 12
In this tale, one man wielded a camera, the other wielded comedy. Both changed the emotional temperature of the world: one frame, one laugh, one act of kindness at a time
The joy of reaching out and helping others and how that enables us to view the world positively, Paul reminisces about those who helped him and how he loves to pay it forward to the next generation.
We are thrilled to share with you that Paul has been approached by management at Richmond Park, it would seem that animals can benefit from Paul’s guidance as well
The Sunday before last, I was invited to celebrate 40 glorious years of the Comedy Store Players. I walked in and was immediately anchored back to my very earliest days in comedy
Anthropy is often described as the UK’s answer to Davos. 2,500 leaders from business, government, education and the third sector gather at the Eden Project to explore how we might build a better Britain.
Georgina Holt is a publishing director and content expert with years of experience of what is funny. Holt has spent time perfecting her craft at
“I have only been funny about seventy-four percent of the time. Yes I think that is right. Seventy-four percent of the time.” – Will Ferrell
Bobby knows that in business, building bridges with banter is a great way to form meaningful relationships with your clientele. If you are looking to bring people together, a bit of well-placed banter is the answer for bosses and businesses alike.