Cheerful Earful
The world's funniest podcast festival
Website: www.cheerfulearful.co.uk
About Cheerful Earful
Cheerful Earful is the global festival of funny podcasts. Founded in 2022, it takes over stages in London, Melbourne, and New York every October, giving audiences the chance to see their favourite funny shows live and discover new gems. The festival is proudly independent, free to apply for, and committed to platforming emerging and indie podcasters alongside internationally recognised names. Cheerful Earful is operated by Giddy Aunt Comedy Ltd.
Latest news
- May 7: The winners of The Golden Lobes 2026 were announced. The comedy podcast awards hosted by podcast festival Cheerful Earful, gave the Big Ears for Funniest Podcast of the Year to sketch show Crowley Time with me, Tom Crowley. We've a list of all the winners.
- Sep 26, 2025: If you’re heading to New York, you (or your clients!) should watch some comedy podcasts on stage between Oct 7-9 as part of the Cheerful Earful Podcast Festival. Tickets are going fast - make sure to grab some.
- Sep 16, 2025: Comedy podcast festival Cheerful Earful has announced more stars that are taking part across London, Melbourne, and New York.
- Jul 2, 2025: A comedy podcast festival is to expand into the US - and to return to London and Melbourne. Cheerful Earful plans 15 days of live podcast shows across the globe, including a new event in New York City. Presented in partnership with headline sponsor Adelicious, the festival continues its mission to be “global but grassroots,” with comedy at the heart. Tickets are now on sale.
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