It is festival season and that means that in the next month there is so many great comedy festivals to look forward to! This month we are looking at some of the great shows that you can see at the Edinburgh Fringe. So take note because we are going to give you all the information you need for just a handful of some of the great shows happening this year!

Martin Angolo: Idiot Wind

Location: Underbelly, Bristo Square – Clover (Venue 302)

Dates: Jul 31st Aug 1st-11th, 13th-26th

Time: 17:25

Price: £10 Concessions £9

Ticket Link: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/martin-angolo-idiot-wind

Hello! Tell us about yourself?

I’m Martin Angolo, an Irish comedian, writer, bad actor and a heavy drinker.

Tell us all about your show!

The show is an attempt to respond to the statement I often get in taxis and pubs from people which is “it must be difficult to be a comedian because you can’t say anything these days”.

Comedians are often banging on about cancel culture so I’m stepping out of my comfort zone and will try and be politely offensive to show that you can make whatever jokes you like. It’s mainly an hour of jokes with no big societal message.

How did you come up with the name of your show that you’re taking to the fringe?

The name of the show is a Bob Dylan song. The idea is that ‘idiot wind’ is a metaphor for a comedian’s material as comedians are really childish fools at heart.

What other acts are you looking forward to seeing at the fringe?

There are always acts I look forward to seeing but never do. David O’Doherty, Shane Daniel Byrne, Richie Bree and Mike Rice are the Irish comics to catch. I don’t know why I’m recommending my competition.

Have you done the fringe before? What are the key pieces of advice you have been given or would give to new groups or people performing at the fringe.

Having been to the fringe before I’d suggest preparing your body for heavy alcohol consumption and fried food. Have comfortable shoes and a spare shirt to change into after your sweaty show.

Talk us through your daily routine for a day at the Fringe

I wake up and try not to do anything before my show. If feeling ambitious I’ll try and fail to go to a critically acclaimed show.

Usually it’s hours spent in my overpriced accommodation watching old Youtube clips of Rod Hull and Emu before getting a pint before my show and then it’s a post-show analysis with the other comics where we blame the crowd for the quieter parts of our shows. Then the highlight of the day is when my head hits the pillow, hopefully my own.

What is the best way to enjoy yourself at the fringe?

The people who come to my shows seem to enjoy themselves. Personally I get a lot of enjoyment out of avoiding flyerers with little hassle.

Ok, where is your favourite place to eat at the Fringe?

The Mosque Kitchen

Best thing about performing at the fringe?

The ability to do a show so many times in a row makes the show better and in theory will make you a better comedian

Top tips for travelling around the Fringe and getting to shows on time?

I act like a big deal and assume things won’t start until I arrive and I’m nearly always proved wrong.

What would be your top three items every performer must take to the fringe?

Phone charger, comfortable shoes and a carry bag for all of those flyers and scotch pies that you’ll be dragging around.

What’s the secret to successful flyering?

Hire someone else to do it.

If people want to find out more about you where can they follow you on social media?

Instagram is the place to go but you won’t learn much.

And Finally in three words – Why should people come and see the show?

It’s not s***