Three of the Network’s shows nominated as finalists for this year’s Australian Podcast Awards!
Thanks to the fans, Felon True Crime and The Weekly Planet make the final five in the ‘Popular Vote’ category while Leon Sjogren’s stand-up comedy journey, Am I Funny, is showcased with a ‘Storytelling’ nomination.
You can still vote for your favorites in the ‘Popular Vote’ section until the 1st May – Felon True Crime (here), The Weekly Planet (here) and anyone else… get outta here! Nah, you’re alright.
“Bloody excited, thanks to everyone involved!!” – Leon Sjogren, Am I Funny?
“Thank you to everyone who voted!!!” – Broderick Ash, Felon True Crime
“… maybe there’ll be an omelette bar?” – Nick Mason, The Weekly Planet
Back for their second year, the Aus Pod Awards also include recognition for Documentaries, Entertainment, Comedy, Arts, Sports, Newcomers and more – Full list of finalists and categories.
Winners of each category will be announced on the 5th May in Melbourne at The Melba Spiegeltent – Tickets & more details here.
Thing You Might’ve Missed – Am I Funny?
Am I Funny follows one man’s 8 week journey to learn and perform stand-up comedy for the very first time, captured entirely in podcast form.
This podcast follows the real-time journey of an everyday guy Leon Sjogren, challenging himself to try stand-up comedy for the very first time.
With help from his ‘comedy coach’ Justin Hamilton, industry professionals and the wider comedy community he will have 7 weeks to mentally prepare for one of the world’s most daunting jobs.
The podcast features some of the world’s greatest comedians including Wil Anderson, Celia Pacquola, Ross Noble, Merrick Watts, Hamish Blake and more – Available here!