Sara’s comedy is smart—she tackles feminism, evolution, and relationships with a twinkle in her eye. You’ll laugh at a joke about wombats, then suddenly realize you’ve learned something about primate social structures. It’s a clever trick, and she pulls it off every time.
Then there’s John Robins. Where Sara is the sharp, scientific wit, John is the emotional, slightly unhinged bard of male anxiety. He’s the guy who will passionately debate the correct way to stack a dishwasher, and make it sound like a true crime thriller.
John’s stand-up is brilliantly self-deprecating. He talks about his own neuroses, his love of running (which he uses to outrun his feelings), and his utter terror of being a normal human. You root for him, even when he’s complaining about a pigeon stealing his crisps.
How They Became Comedy Royalty
Before they were a duo, they were solo acts tearing it up on the UK circuit. Sara won the Chortle Award for Best Breakthrough Act, and John was a mainstay of the Edinburgh Fringe. Their paths crossed, and the chemistry was instant.
Now, they co-host the massively popular radio show (and podcast) The Sara Pascoe and John Robins Podcast. If you’ve never listened, imagine a sleepover where two incredibly smart, incredibly silly friends gossip, argue, and tell disturbingly honest stories about their lives. It’s pure audio comfort food.
The show is a perfect storm. Sara brings the structure and the book-smart jokes, while John brings the chaos and the “I’ve made a terrible decision again” energy. Together, they create a vibe that’s part therapy session, part pub quiz, and part absolute nonsense.
In 2016, Sara Pascoe and John Robins appeared on Mock The Week together
