Show Notes
Join Rob this week as he welcomes the multi-talented Nina Conti onto the podcast. Best known for her incredible and hilarious ventriloquism skills, Nina shares how she found her way into this world. The pair enjoy an impromptu ventriloquism master class, Nina talks about where she found her inspiration and what goes through her mind when she's on stage. Nina also shares stories about her late mentor, experimental theatre director, Ken Campbell. Rob finds out about Nina’s upcoming Edinburgh Fringe show and tour, ‘Whose Face Is It Anyway?’ As well as what it was like to direct her, soon to be released, film ‘Sunlight’ and her role in the upcoming Spinal Tap 2. Don't miss this episode filled with laughter, fascinating insights, and a preview of Nina Conti's latest and greatest work!
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