Simon Taylor

I lived my dream on US talk shows – the axing of Colbert’s Late Show is about one thing It seemed surreal that I could go straight from the Melbourne comedy scene to a job with Jay Leno. But don’t think for a minute that the suits running the place are champions of political causes.

I wrote a piece for The Age about Colbert's cancellation and the importance of Late Night: shorturl.at/NETwQ

You coming to the Sydney Comedy Festival? You coming to see MEEEEE? www.sydneycomedyfest.com.au/event/simon-...

Why I traded saving for a house to ‘doom spend’ on an overseas holiday Every person my age who I know who has a house had help from their parents. We’re now living in an inheritocracy, so I’m going to live a little.

Got some spicy comments on this one. Woof.

Scout's honour...

My parents were right...

If you are looking for some good laughs at Adelaide Fringe to help lighten your load, i always recommend @simontaylor.bsky.social for a good time that leaves you feeling lighter and happier

That explains it

US Healthcare explained.

YouTube video by Simon Taylor Simon Taylor - Big Time (Full Comedy Special)

New standup special only on YT: www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRjO...

It's a nice reminder to just follow your instincts when creating something and keep your editorial brain on pause until its complete.

I hadn't even realised how much I mentioned it in that show until that moment. I bet that if I set out to write a show about mental health to begin with it wouldn't have felt as authentic and I would probably have botched it.

I find this a much more satisfying process than trying to contrive a meaningful piece of work from the outset.
After a show last week, a dude came up to me and said 'thanks for speaking about mental health'.

I never write a show with a theme in mind. I just get on stage and talk about what I care about most at that time. It's only when I reflect on all the material later that I see a theme has emerged.

My Comedy Festival show this year is all about dealing with the pressures of parenthood and learning to not neglect yourself when caring for others... BUT WITH HEAPS OF JOKES!

Comedy Comedy

Got a nice write-up in the Milwaukee local paper about my upcoming tour there 😊

Big tour 2023! Tix on www.SimonTaylorFunnyBoy.com

Dang! Only 4 days left to support the Kickstarter for our new book! You can get the eBook, phone background and stickers for only a few bucks.

Things No One Tells You About Babies A quirky gift book for new parents!

Here's the link 😀

Dang! Only 4 days left to support the Kickstarter for our new book! You can get the eBook, phone background and stickers for only a few bucks.

www.kickstarter.com/projects/sim...

Only 7 days left to nab out silly book! If you know anyone who's expecting, here's your baby shower present!

kickstarter.com/projects/sim...

Dang! We're rocking it. There are only a few of the fancy rewards left.

Things No One Tells You About Babies A quirky gift book for new parents!

"Things No One Tells You About Babies" - my first project with my growing family!

WeWork? More like WeBroke.

Cost of living Australia: Let’s solve the farm labour shortage with conscription stints Consider it akin to jury service – except you get to wear a rugged Akubra and revealing khaki shorts.

Backpackers shouldn't be the only ones who have to do farm duty.

The robots that take our jobs need to pay taxes If The Terminator is smart enough to time travel, it should be smart enough to submit a BAS statement.

The AI apocalypse is upon us. We need to act now.

Let's Get Quizzical: Simon Taylor and Christian Hull - ABC Radio National This week we're asking the tough questions on global warming, cocaine sharks and if we should start shoplifting.

The Friday Quiz quickly turned into chaos with myself and the glorious Christian Hull.

Congratulations Melbourne, we’ve out-sausaged the world. Let doggy Utopia reign The laissez-faire approach to our good boys isn’t working anymore. What we need is more dedicated free-range dog parks.

My latest opinion piece in The Age.

Just saw the trailer for The Creator. So it's the Mandolorian but with a robot Grogu...