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And upcoming 2023 gigs plus recommendations (and maybe other stuff; I'm going to shit this one out without a lot of editing)
It's been a while; I'm on tour, kinda
Helen K roast battle; Rick and Morty Season 7; February gig dates
Just circling back to remind you about some exciting gigs at the end of October

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Exciting gig news about the far future; Johann Hari unleashed
At last a break from my relentless self-promotion (plus dog gig in Kent)
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Updated gig dates for the rest of the Fringe
I need a bringer for Sunday; updated gig dates for Edinburgh Fringe 2022 and beyond
Open mic gossip; Twitter meltdowns
Angel Comedy RAW video; updated July-August 2022 gigs; sorry about your uncle
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London Standup Comedy MapSeemingly comprehensive directory of gigs you could do
Logan Murray's comedy coursesI don't think you need to do a course but if you want to, Logan is good
Basic Comedy's list of London open mic nightsAlso worth checking out the rest of the blog
Things I wish I'd known when I started stand-upAdvice from a total amateur
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