Lucy Porter - "Beating Leonardo at Poker"
Summary
Richard Herring is joined by comedian Lucy Porter to discuss her upcoming tour, "Let Yourself Go," and her experiences in advertising, including a memorable One Zone spot. They reminisce about their time on Celebrity Poker and working in 90s television, particularly praising Caroline Aherne’s legacy. The conversation also touches on the ethics of podcast sponsorships and the realities of aging in the public eye.
Topics discussed
Intro, live show announcements, and Izzie Sooty guest reveal
Sponsorship: Wayfair Halloween decor
Sponsorship: Get Real reality TV podcast
Lucy's first TV job and early career struggles
Discussion on celebrity endorsements and podcast ads
Navigating ad boundaries: gambling and social media
Medical ads, self-promotion, and the 'selling out' debate
Writing for 'The Perfect Housewife' and TV bossiness
Working in the damp Elephant and Castle studio
Observing the 'Perfect Housewife' star off-camera
The golden era of Granada TV and 'Stars in Their Eyes'
Tribute acts and the legacy of 'Stars in Their Eyes'
BBC Riverside, 'This Morning', and Caroline Aherne
Caroline Aherne's legacy and 'Mrs Merton' clips
Handling cruel jokes and the 'Mrs Merton' dynamic
John Thompson, Steve Coogan, and 90s stand-up culture
Female stand-up pioneers and the 'Gad Club' era
Ageism in comedy and the changing landscape of performers
Audience reception and the end of an era
Sponsorship: Wayfair and Get Real
Sponsorship: Acast podcast advertising
Lucy's acting career and self-tape auditions
On-set anecdotes and physical appearance
Celebrity poker experiences and early losses
Poker tells and the 'Heads Up' chat show
The Miami cruise and Caribbean poker tournament
Knocking out the world champion and patience issues
Deciding against pro poker and female players' success
Upcoming tour: 'Let Yourself Go' and middle-aged identity
Aging, self-acceptance, and societal expectations
Health, weight loss, and lifestyle changes
Performing 'Educating Rita' and stage anecdotes
Willy Russell's play and the comedy of 'Educating Rita'
Reflections on the past and moving forward
Edinburgh Festival memories and current enjoyment
40th anniversary of first Edinburgh show
Production credits and studio shout-out
Sponsorship: Get Real reality TV podcast
Sponsorship: Acast podcast advertising
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