In Stitches

Few partnerships require the cooperation and selflessness needed to form a successful comedy duo. It's the ultimate yin and yang; a stage set to showcase malleability, and an ability to play off of each other. David Mitchell and Robert Webb have it down pat. Sketch comedy classic That Mitchell & Webb Look, and first person camera series Peep Show are finally making their way back to BBC America tonight, and I couldn't be happier. Apparently I'm not the only one, as New York Magazine interviewed one half of the "crass and clever duo" today in anticipation of the premieres. And let the British invasion continue...

When Worlds Collide

Sometimes when you're a writer/interviewer, meeting celebrities you really admire can be an amazing experience or one that will haunt you. Thankfully all of my experiences thus far have been overwhelmingly positive. When it comes down to it I think it really has to do with timing - hopefully your subject is having a good day, and you're not too anxious. I was tested today when I met my favorite comedians of all time, Julian Barratt and Noel Fielding of The Mighty Boosh. I was nervous pre-interview, and that's never good. But alas, I took a few deep breaths, thought about Mr. Susan and all was well with the world. They even ended up 'crimping' for me. Me and my crew below:

FIERCE!

A Journey Through Time & Space

Upcoming feature alert! Coming soon: my interview with The Mighty Boosh for VenusZine.com.