SHANE TODD: Petty Revenge Against Teachers, Navigating Class System and Boy's School Experiences
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One of Northern Ireland's finest, Shane Todd joins Seann Walsh to talk about his unique upbringing that saw him navigate both working and middle class family set ups, with no religious grounding and why he had an intensity when it came to early friendships. We get into his experiences at an all boys school and how he knew upon leaving he wouldn't remain in contact with anyone from school...
Part 2 Available now on Patreon where we discuss his Hip Hop inspired teen dress sense, a very funny first drinking experience story that involves a sinful Guinness faux pas, meeting the producer of his hit podcast Tea With Me, overcoming his bad first gog experience and how he managed to land gigs with comedy legends like Bill Burr, Kevin Hart and John Mulaney!
Check out Shane's podcasts Tea With Me and LazyBoyz and catch him live on his latest tour Hold Me Back
And Seann Live on his This Is Torture tour!
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