Ian Stone: From 'Buzzcocks' to 'Rainbow', and the Challenge of Writing Comedy

From Television Times with Steve Otis Gunn Jilted Maggot

Ian Stone co-wrote a sketch for Rainbow — and it got surprisingly wild.

Ian Stone is a comedian and writer known for his sharp wit and insightful commentary on contemporary issues, a veteran of the UK comedy scene with appearances including Never Mind the Buzzcocks and a career spanning stand-up, television, and writing.

How he tackles divisive topics on stage — and why some of his older material feels oddly current right now
Why Billy Connolly's legendary Parkinson appearances represent the absolute height the form can reach
The genius of Ronnie Barker's comic delivery in Porridge — and why it still holds up completely
What it was really like appearing on Never Mind the Buzzcocks — and the challenges of writing books versus turning up on television

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