Making A Stand

Rob Gilroy: Who Likes Short Shorts?

Rob Gilroy: Who Likes Short Shorts?

Despite my protestations, Giggle Beats wouldn’t permit 2000 words on hot pants, so instead I’ve focussed on the BBC’s new, much-promoted online comedy episodes.…

Rob Gilroy: Size Does Matter

Rob Gilroy: Size Does Matter

Occasionally, when drafting these brilliantly sharp pieces of comic writing, I worry that they are a little too long.…

Rob Gilroy: New Friends

Rob Gilroy: New Friends

Recently, my long-suffering, yet free-to-leave-whenever-she-likes girlfriend and I, have been re-watching Friends. The sitcom, not the people we hold dearest.…

Rob Gilroy: Making A Stand #56

Rob Gilroy: Making A Stand #56

"A lot is made of the young, white, male comedians that seem to dominate clubs and TV shows, but I don’t really feel as though I fit with them."…

Rob Gilroy: Making A Stand #55

Rob Gilroy: Making A Stand #55

So, the BBC has brought back the Comedy Playhouse. Do we even need it?…

Rob Gilroy: Making A Stand #54

Rob Gilroy: Making A Stand #54

Why did the chicken cross the road? To run away from the embarrassment he caused by trying to make a joke in a social situation.…

Rob Gilroy: Making A Stand #53

Rob Gilroy: Making A Stand #53

You know what I don’t like? Poor people. Can’t stand them - bunch of smelly, good-for-nothing, live in a tent, layabouts.…

Rob Gilroy: Making A Stand #52

Rob Gilroy: Making A Stand #52

Easter is upon us. For most people it is a happy time, to celebrate with family and friends and enjoy each others’ company. But spare a thought for those less-fortunate than yourselves. Like me.…

Rob Gilroy: Making A Stand #51

Rob Gilroy: Making A Stand #51

Tonight I will be performing at a charity event. Don’t worry; I not going to guilt-trip you into coming by luring you in with jokes, then hitting you with an emotional sucker punch. That’s not my style.…

1 6 7 8 9 10 14