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69. Tom Stanimeros - From Melbourne to Manchester: Tom’s 'Bon Voyage'

69. Tom Stanimeros - From Melbourne to Manchester: Tom’s 'Bon Voyage'

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 In this episode of The Lui Diaz Podcast, Lui sits down with British-Australian comedian Tom Stanimeros for a second time (their first chat was in Episode 48). Please Subscribe xoThis episode, aptly numbered 69, serves as Tom's "bon voyage" as he prepares to leave Australia after two and a half years to pursue comedy in Manchester, UK. The conversation is a mix of reflective DNM (deep and meaningful), comedy scene insights, and classic podcast banter, complete with a random passerby trying to join the show. Lui and Tom dive into Tom's Australian chapter, his growth as a comedian, the challenges of vlogging comedy gigs, and his sober approach to the Melbourne Comedy Festival. They also touch on personal growth, the economic struggles affecting ticket sales, and the universal truth that comedians just want attention. With plenty of laughs, a nod to French pronunciation ("Soiss on Neuf"), and a technical tidbit about end slates from Tom's film days, this episode is a fitting farewell to a mate chasing his dreams across the globe.Show Notes* Guest: Tom Stanimeros, British-Australian comedian, Instagram: @TomStanimeros* Location: Hosier Lane, Melbourne, Australia* Episode Number: 69 (Soiss on Neuf, as Tom's gran would say)* Key Themes: Personal growth, comedy as a career, moving countries, sobriety in creative work, the Melbourne Comedy Festival* Random Moment: A passerby named Tomas tries to join the podcast, leading to a hilarious exchange about names and accents (00:29:59 - 00:30:46)* Fun Fact: Tom reveals there are only nine Stanimaros’s in the world, with seven in his family and two distant cousins in Greece (01:47:19 - 01:47:27)* Technical Tidbit: Tom explains the film industry's "end slate" process, where the clapper board is used upside down at the end of a shot (01:49:03 - 01:49:56)* Podcast Growth Update: Lui shares that the podcast has grown from 23 to 31 five-star Spotify reviews and from 70 to 208 YouTube subscribers since Episode 48 (00:01:35 - 00:01:50)Highlights and Key TakeawaysTom's Australian Chapter and Personal Growth (00:13:41 - 00:18:26)* Tom reflects on arriving in Australia feeling mentally lost, running away from the UK, and discovering himself outside his usual context. He admits that moving away helped him understand who he is without the comforts of home, a cliché that turned out to be true.* Takeaway: Moving to a new country can strip away your context, forcing you to redefine yourself, even if it’s lonely and tough at times.Comedy Vlogging Struggles (00:05:04 - 00:10:10)* Tom discusses his attempt to vlog comedy gigs, inspired by Lui’s suggestion in Episode 48. He found it challenging to balance performing and capturing content, as both required creative energy, leading him to prioritise comedy over vlogging.* Takeaway: Multitasking creative pursuits can dilute focus; sometimes you need to choose one passion to excel.Sobriety at the Melbourne Comedy Festival (01:17:27 - 01:21:46)* Tom shares his decision to run the Comedy Festival sober this year to treat comedy like a professional job, contrasting it with last year’s drunken whirlwind. He notes the exhaustion of festival logistics without alcohol’s numbing effect but hopes for better mental health.* Takeaway: Approaching creative work with a professional mindset, even if it’s less fun, can lead to sustainable growth.Economic Impact on Comedy (01:25:30 - 01:29:07)* Lui and Tom discuss how economic struggles are affecting ticket sales at the Comedy Festival, with Lui drawing a parallel to the Australian Open’s lowered ticket prices leading to a rougher crowd. Tom avoids self-blame, recognizing external factors at play.* Takeaway: Economic downturns impact creative industries, and success metrics (like crowd size) can be misleading without context.Comedy as a Job and the Learning Curve (01:33:16 - 01:34:39)* Tom recounts advice from friend Blaze White about the comedy learning curve: the first two years are a rapid learning phase, but years three to ten are slower, leading many to quit. This perspective helps Tom navigate his current confidence crisis.* Takeaway: Creative pursuits have steep initial learning curves followed by slower progress, requiring persistence through the grind.🫶 Thanks again for listening and watching! Let us know what you think and catch you in the next episode.Listen Now YouTube and SpotifyBe Part of the JourneyPatreonConnectInstagram - Youtube - FacebookAffiliate LinksEquipmentAudio Recorder - Zoom H6Microphone - Shure SM58Camera - Insta360 X4Headphones - Audio Technica ATH-M50xMic Stands - MELODICMicro SD Card - Scandisk ExtremeAccessoriesRechargeable Batteries for Zoom H6Camera Mount Smallrig ClampPower - Anker MagGo Power BankData Storage Scandisk 4TB Portable This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit luidiazpodcast.substack.com
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