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Josh Widdicombe

Explore the nuances of humor and its impact on communication with Josh Widdicombe, speaker, comedian, and presenter.

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Josh Widdicombe, Comedian | Presenter & Author
Josh Widdicombe

Josh Widdicombe

London, United Kingdom

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£11k–25k

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Josh Widdicombe's biography

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  • English Comedian and Presenter
  • Author of Sunday Times Bestseller
  • Hosted the podcast Parenting Hell
Josh Widdicombe is an English comedian, presenter, and actor. Widdicombe studied linguistics at Manchester University and began his career in journalism. However, his passion for comedy led him to pursue stand-up comedy in 2008. That same year, he reached the finals of the So You Think You're Funny? comedy tournament at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. In 2011, Widdicombe was nominated for Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards. He gained recognition through his appearances on TV shows like Mock the Week, Stand Up For the Week, and The Last Leg. Widdicombe also won the TV quiz Celebrity Mastermind in 2013 and donated his winnings to The Lily Foundation, which supports those with mitochondrial disease. During the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown, Widdicombe co-hosted the podcast Parenting Hell with comedian Rob Beckett. He is also the author of the book Watching Neighbours Twice a Day... How '90s TV (Almost) Prepared Me for Life, which became a Sunday Times bestseller. Widdicombe's popularity on TV and radio shows has made him a sought-after speaker. He has shared the stage with renowned acts such as Kevin Bridges and Michael McIntyre.

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Book Josh Widdicombe to energise your team with his sharp wit and relatable humour. His unique insights and engaging storytelling will inspire, entertain, and foster connection, making your event memorable and impactful. Don’t miss the chance to elevate your gathering!

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How do I book Josh Widdicombe for my next event?
Email josh.widdicombe@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Josh's availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
What is Josh Widdicombe's stage presence like?
Josh Widdicombe draws on autobiographical material — covering his background in journalism, family life, and 1990s popular culture — to structure his stand-up and presenting work. His format spans live performance, panel shows, and podcast co-hosting, as demonstrated by Parenting Hell, where he and Rob Beckett use personal parenting anecdotes as the basis for extended conversational comedy.
What topics does Josh Widdicombe specialise in?
Josh Widdicombe performs stand-up comedy and is available for hosting, after-dinner, and awards formats, suiting corporate and general audience events. He is the co-host of the podcast Parenting Hell alongside Rob Beckett and the author of the Sunday Times bestseller Watching Neighbours Twice a Day... How '90s TV (Almost) Prepared Me for Life.
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