The Briefing Podcast w/ Tom Tilley: Why I’m Angry & The Role of Political Comedy

Really loved the chance to have this conversation with my mate Tom Tilley: we went DEEP on my politics, comedy and anger.

Tom Ballard is possibly the most political comedian in Australia, with his stand up tackling issues including asylum seekers, racism, the monarchy and capitalism.

His new show, Good Point Well Made, is no different. He reflects on Australia’s failed voice referendum and Donald Trump- alongside a healthy dose of toilet humour.

In this chat with Tom Tilley, Ballard opens up about the process of writing the show, why he loves performing, and the rise of fellow comedian and friend Hannah Gadsby.

Watch My Stand-Up Special IT IS I

It’s finally here!

Watch my cool fun yelly show about the monarchy, robots & death for FREE courtesy of the good people at 800 Pound Gorilla Media.

The filming process went VERY SMOOTHLY, thanks for asking:

My Special IT IS I Is Out March 26! For FREE!

Oh my goodness my new stand-up special is dropping on YouTube on Tuesday 26/3/2024, courtesy of the good people at 800 Pound Gorilla Media.

It was recorded at Melbourne’s Corner Hotel by the brilliant Stupid Old Studios crew.

I’m very proud of it because there’s heaps of funny bits in there and some yelling and I broke multiple pieces of equipment in the process of making it. I hope you like it, too.

Click here here to find it on all the various platforms.

Fully Furnished: The Pilot

 

A few years ago I got to make a pilot for a comedy web series with my mate Tommy Dassalo.

Enjoy!

Todd and Dayne are two assholes who are trying to find a housemate for their third bedroom.

Boy howdy, did we have some funny other episodes planned but alas, this is all that exists.

Written by and starring Tom Ballard and Tommy Dassalo

Featuring Ronny Chieng and Susie Youssef

Directed by Leigh Richards

Produced by Nel Minchin

Music by Spod