Red Richardson

Red Richardson, a lauded comedian, made a significant impact on the comedy scene with his 2018 Edinburgh debut, "Seeing Red." This show not only garnered four-star reviews from critics but also played to packed houses at the prestigious Gilded Balloon. Red's unique comedic style, a blend of the satirical and the absurd, quickly caught the attention of audiences and industry insiders alike. However, Red's success is not confined to the stage. He has also made waves in the world of comedy podcasting. Alongside co-hosting and co-creating the globally acclaimed comedy podcast ‘Laughable’, Red has helped the show achieve phenomenal success since its launch in January 2021. 'Laughable' has consistently trended on Apple for seven weeks, peaked at number 10 in the UK iTunes comedy charts, and reached number 22 in all categories. This engaging podcast, which successfully combines humor with insightful commentary, continues to grow as one of the UK's top comedy podcasts. The podcast's popularity is evident in its numerous accolades. The Guardian featured 'Laughable' as their entertainment 'pick of the week' and listed it among their 'Top 50 comedy podcasts.' It also won the title of 'Podcast of the Week' from both Pod Bible and Acast, and was featured in iTunes' 'New and Noteworthy' and Apple Podcast's curated 'Shows we love'. Meanwhile, a live performance of the podcast has sold out the largest room at The Pleasance Theatre, demonstrating the podcast's magnetism extends beyond the digital realm to captivate live audiences. Red Richardson's flair for comedic storytelling and his capacity to connect with his audience, whether on stage or through a podcast, marks him as one of the most exciting voices in comedy today. His journey from the stage of the Gilded Balloon to the realm of successful podcasting is a testament to his versatility and innovation in the world of comedy.