This breakthrough British series, created by and starring Phoebe Waller-Bridge, is gaining legions of fans with its unique take on the "bad woman" comedy.
Category Archives: Comedy (Humour)
Ladies, here’s your guide to winning a seat in Parliament like a man
We all want to see more women in Parliament and on the front bench. But we need a shortcut, writes Zoe Norton Lodge.
‘Micallef for PM’: These are the comedians you think should be our Prime Minister
A TV comedian is on track to become Ukraine's next president, prompting many Australians to ask: if they can do it, why can't we?
There’s a familiar problem with Chris Lilley’s new Netflix show
Chris Lilley is now exposed to 149 million Netflix subscribers, but his new show has already drawn criticism for stereotyping and black face. Is this the man to represent Australian comedy?
What’s an Antony Green machine? Wonks’ Dictionary offers satirical guide to all things politics
Do you know your Nats from your Dorothy Dixers? How to spend your sitting days on a backbench? And what's an Antony Green? The "world's least helpful dictionary" may help you navigate an environment some argue has itself descended into caricature.
Sammy J talks campaign trail tactics and gaffes
Comedian and Government Coach Sammy J drops by to talk tactics with Patricia Karvelas.
Barry Humphries’s name stripped from comedy festival award after transgender controversy
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival removes Barry Humphries's name from the event's biggest award, following outrage over his comments about transgender people.
‘I found my voice, I may as well use it.’ Hannah Gadsby comes out of ‘retirement’
Eighteen months ago, riding a wave of success, comic Hannah Gadsby shocked the world of comedy by retiring. Now she has announced a new show.
I tried becoming Insta-famous — it’s harder than you think
It's as easy as posting a couple of pictures of dogs, sunsets and breakfast plates, right? Wrong. Being an influencer is hard work — and boring, writes Stephanie Coombes.
Judith Lucy is single, female and 50 — and yes, she still wants a sex life
After a certain age women aren't really meant to talk about the fact they're still sexual, says comedian Judith Lucy, who is determined to challenge that idea.