Shelf are a musical, stand-up & sketch comedy duo comprising of Rachel WD and Ruby Clyde. I cannot do them justice in words to describe how brilliant they are. Along with an wonderful set, Rachel & Ruby talk with host & MC James Ross about playfulness in gender, gigging for kids and bin material. CWs: Experience of homophobia, misgendering, catcalling, drugs If you would like to see more of Shelf, they are founding members of LOL Word, and have performed with Comedy Club 4 Kids and are currently on tour!! More info can be found HERE  If you'd like to see why Shelf look like a ..read more

Thom Tuck is exactly the kind of alternative comedian that epitomises the wonderful acts that Quantum Leopard gets in. By turns erudite, energetic and overtly bendy, Thom is always a pleasure to have on stage, especially as an unexpected opener for this night. Along with a wonderful set, Thom also talks with host & MC James Ross about improvisation as a lead-in to stand-up, pole dancing and the importance of a distinctive silhouette. CWs: Mentions of genitals and genital injury To find out more about Thom, he suggests you type "turlygod" into Google. The results are HERE, please ignore the ..read more

Rachel Creeger is a wonderful performer, she effortlessly blends thoughtful humour with the best kind of observational comedy. A wonderful, playful opener for a wonderful, playful night. Along with a brilliant set, Rachel has one of the most insightful and interesting chats with host and MC James Ross about the close relationship between humour and Jewish faith, satire and the place of comedians in Jewish ceremony. CWs: Experiences of sexism, experiences of racism, Covid and childbirth If you would like to see more of Rachel then you can find more about her HERE, or listen to her podcasts HERE ..read more

Steffan Alun is an absolute delight. In every way. A Welsh comedian whose versatility and energy is a credit to literally every show I've ever seen him in. Along with a brilliant set, Steffan also talks with host & MC James Ross about the mechanics of comedy, how to craft different material for different audience and the wonders of S Club 7. A genuine joy! CWs: Experience of homophobia & biphobia, passing reference to racism & reference to genitals If you would like to see more of Steffan then you can find more about him HERE. If you'd like to see how Steffan looks like a vegan the ..read more

This was an absolute delight to edit. Also a nightmare, because what do you take out of such an interesting and insightful episode? Raul Kohli is one of the hardest working comics in the UK today and he brought his particular brand of insight, intelligence and inscrutable talent to the QL stage. Along with an absolutely smashing set, Raul also talks with host & MC James Ross about the causes of Brexit, the balance of art & entertainment and subverting the human experience. CWs: Experience of racism, knife crime, imperialism & whatever a phobia of a people from Leeds is called. If y ..read more

Ben Pope is such a charming person. The kind of person you'd like opening your show! Along with his delightful set Ben talks with Host & MC James Ross about being non-threateningly bad at stuff, over-explanation and the implicit trust in sending postcards. CWs: Death, sex work and drugs If you enjoyed having Ben in your ears, maybe consider looking at his website HERE, following him on Instagram HERE or, even better, watch his 50-minute special Mr Big Stuff. If you'd like share in the nostalgia of seeing Ben's lovely jumper that he can no longer wear then consider joining our Patreon ..read more

Bethany Black is one of the genuine gems of comedy, and truly one of the most Quantum Leopardiest of performers.  Alongside her hilarious headline act she has a brilliant talk with host & MC James Ross about neurodivergence, gender and confusing being smart with being happy. CWs: Experience of neurodivergence, mental health, drug addiction, experiences of homophobia, sexism & transphobia If you'd like to see more of Beth - she can be found in a variety of spellings HERE, HERE, or for most links HERE and you can check out her podcast This is a Music Quiz - the panel show podcast wh ..read more

Huzzah! It's mid-month musical marvel Harriet Braine! Alongside a glorious set, Harriet talks to host and MC James Ross about truth in comedy, natural applause breaks and how to reach low-hanging fruit. CW: Mentions of Covid; Fascism; passing reference to dead babies and of attraction to Jacob Rees-Mogg You can find Harriet on @harrietbraine on all social medias, notably HERE, HERE and HERE; The Design Spark podcast featuring Harriet, Dr Lucy Rogers and QL favourite Bec Hill can be found HERE. Do you want to watch an audience try to come up with a rhyme for "Capability"? Then consider joi ..read more

What a treat! Another Quantum Leopard Champion of Champions Louisa Keight! After a stunning set, she talks to host and MC James Ross about the make-or-break first minute, Northernness and filth. If you'd like to see more from Louisa her website is HERE, her Twitter is HERE and her Instagram is HERE For info about her woman-led & non-binary inclusive comedy night Hot Gossip check HERE CW: Mentions of violence and BDSM Do you want to see "Ey Up Lads Me Mam's A Kestrel" in its full glory? Then consider joining our Patreon where you can get early access to podcast episodes and watch full video ..read more

Quantum Leopard Champion of Champions Cerys Bradley brings their immeasurable talent to this episode with a superb set! They then talk to host and MC James Ross about being non-binary & passionate about rugby and the difference between onstage and offstage personae. If you'd like to see more about Cerys their website is HERE Wonder what Sharky the Uterus Hand looks like? Then consider joining our Patreon where you can get early access to podcast episodes and watch full videos of Quantum Leopard comedy shows, from the high-energy openers to the loveliest of headliners, including the set fro ..read more