Hop For Pop talks to comedians about what really happens behind the mic: how a joke gets written, why a set bombs, and what it takes to keep going. Learn how stand-up comedy works from the people who do it, and read our honest comedy reviews and Edinburgh Fringe 2026 coverage, from the team behind The Comics Unseen.
Words from our guests on The Comics Unseen
I had a great time. I really appreciate you asking. It was great to meet you.
Director, Borat
Chris Rock went and studied comedy, just like you are, my friend. That's why I think you would be a great comic.
Author, The Comedy Bible
I'm a comedy nerd. I could talk about it all day, but you also made it very easy for me, and you're very comfortable to talk to.
Stand-up comedian
You asked some really good questions for sure. You're a very good interviewer. I really enjoyed that.
Stand-up comedian
That's a very astute observation… This was a wonderful, wonderful interview. I really had fun.
Stand-up comedian
I forgot it was an interview. I thought we were just friends chatting.
Stand-up comedian
I hope that you had fun in this conversation. I had a lot of fun. You're great.
Manager and producer
I love talking to someone who knows more about stand-up than me.
Stand-up comedian
Thank you for the research. I feel like I'm in the presence of a librarian.
Comedian and writer
You're so lovely. You're such a good interviewer.
Comedian and impressionist
It's a very honorable thing that you're doing, Kishan.
Armageddon Outta Here
You were so insightful. You really pieced that together right away.
Comedian and performer
You made me think about things, you know, so it's great.
Actor and comedian
Thank you so much for having me and thank you for all your support over the years with your Instagram page.
Stand-up comedian
Oh, I loved it. Thank you so much. I really appreciate it and thanks for having me on.
Comedian and actor
It was awesome to chat with you and talk about the process.
Comedian and performer
You're a great interviewer… you're a pleasure to sit down with, so don't forget that. You're good at this.
Krystyna Hutchinson and Corinne Fisher
Stand-up comics and podcast hosts
I really appreciate this opportunity. Honestly, I do.
Musical comedian
Thank you, Kishan. Dude, I appreciate the time.
Stand-up comedian
