David Boyle
David Boyle
3 Years 92 days - Edinburgh Day 13 (Bombing to Kids)
3 Years 92 days - Edinburgh Day 13 (Bombing to Kids)
3 Years 92 days - Edinburgh Day 13 (Bombing to Kids)
Tuesday 16th August 2022
Tune in as David Boyle humorously shares his sober struggles at the Edinburgh Fringe, from bombing on stage to flyering mishaps in 'I'm Quitting Alcohol'.
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Get the buttons here!David Boyle's Sober Struggles at Edinburgh Fringe: Laughter Amidst the Chaos
It's not even like bombing, it's just not anything. I'm just like telling them the premises of like little jokes that lead into big jokes. So I'm telling them the premise of shitty little jokes that sort of lead nowhere, and I'm getting nothing out of these little cunts.
Picture this: You're a comedian trying to stay sober while performing at one of the most intense festivals on the planet—the Edinburgh Fringe. That's the reality for David Boyle in this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol'. Boyle dives into his experience of performing to a tough young crowd, where his jokes just didn’t land. He talks about the awkwardness and frustration of bombing on stage, but he does it with his signature humor and raw honesty. But that's not all.
Boyle also shares his adventures in flyering for his show and the unexpected stress of dealing with a less-than-communicative fellow flyer distributor. It's a rollercoaster of emotions, but through it all, Boyle's commitment to sobriety shines through. If you've ever faced challenges while trying to stay sober, you'll find Boyle's story both relatable and inspiring. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for a mix of humor, real-life struggles, and a dose of encouragement on their own journey.