John Cleese On Performing Monty Python Live At The O2 To 16,000 Fans

All the way from LA, Rob is joined by legendary British comedian and actor John Cleese! They talk about John’s experiences working with Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker, his love of Beyond The Fringe and performing to audiences of 16,000 at the O2 with Monty Python Live. They also discuss the use of taboo subjects to generate the biggest laughs, how a lack of distraction is imperative for creativity, and how he's currently writing a musical version of A Fish Called Wanda with John Du Prez.
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[@RobBrydon]

Listen to the full episode free and exclusively on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/2jFuyx6V9XlMcnM8PtMnbi

[@veemacks7255]

It's less interesting on spotify - there's no video. I'll pass.

[@raylooney7070]

Rob you're the best interviewer who has the art of letting your guests talk.....John Cleese you are a legend of comedy and like Rob brydon, a national treasure

[@bigoled4929]

I needed this calm and laid-back heartwarming conversation today

[@willbeasy2898]

It could just be in the editing, but I think Rob has improved a lot of his time doing this. He used to ramble a fraction too much and stop the interviewee from talking.

[@moleahjobe]

Yeah just after he has made them listen to a story about himself 😂

[@raylooney7070]

Ben elton stood in for woman several years ago and whilst talking to a guest he spoke about himself continuously for over a minute! Rob is excellent in my opinion .

[@gregorydillon9167]

We should all commend Rob on his incredible self-restraint. He brings up specifically the class sketch, yet not one hint of the impression.

[@EricaNernie]

I was thinking the same when it came to the mention of Alan Bennet. I could here him saying "Peter and Dudley, Dudley and Peter".

[@RennieDJ]

Got to respect the greats

[@chefjeff1366]

he's being a good boy in the presence of legend

[@BillPeschel]

I really regret not selling the children and flying across the pond to O2. I've loved Python all my life, and treasure my script to "Holy Grail" signed by Graham.

[@lamppostwillie]

What a talent. Flowery Twats was the finest sitcom of all time IMO.

[@slartybartfast4213]

Farty Towels

[@marcuscross8051]

Flay Otters

[@TesterAnimal1]

Nah, I liked Warty Towels better.

[@followtheboat]

My fave interview yet. The irony with Cleese's observation on creativity was that he studied law at Cambridge. If he hadn't discovered Footlights and channeled his creative bent he could have ended up becoming a successful yet non-creative lawyer. Thank god he found comedy and comedy found him. This was an excellent chat, really enjoyable and a little thought provoking too.

[@Picnicl]

Lawyers are creative though... with what version of the 'observable' truth they choose to concentrate on, depending on whether they're defending or prosecuting

[@BernadetteNason28]

I love all Rob's interviews, but I'm tickled pink to listen to him chat with one of my idols! I'm tuning in Thursday instead of Friday (it's my end-of-the-week treat), because I'm creatively stuck and avoiding the next chapter of my book. And here's Mr. Cleese, whose words of advice have helped me so often in the past, suggesting it's okay to be blocked and simply to forgive myself while my unconscious works things out. Talk about receiving the right message at the right time, and relieving me of guilt for watching videos instead of writing! Thanks, Rob! Thanks, John!

[@merlinsclaw]

Words cannot describe how happy this made me. Rob, you're wonderful.This interview should be used as a template on how to interview a legend. 😍

[@bekindrewind9675]

Clockwise is an underrated film, I found it hysterical. I also saw A Fish Called Wanda 8 times at the cinema when it came out.

[@pauldavies6037]

I agree a great study of time

[@AlexAlex-vn2dz]

The most relaxed, comfortable and enjoyable interview

[@PinkSallyProductions]

It was touching to see the obvious admiration and love for John Cleese that Rob Brydon had in his eyes. Great interview, many thanks. Be well 🌹

[@TheTruthKiwi]

Most comedians are smarter than most politicians. John is a testament to that claim. Thanks Rob. Wonderful. :)

[@jennysedgley8284]

So many pearls about the nature & purpose of comedy, dropped so effortlessly into the conversation. A pleasure to listen to.

[@rortrp]

Subjects I’ve not heard before from John Cleese.. and I’ve seen a lot of interviews… thank you Rob 🧸🐢👊🏻❤

[@dj-kq4fz]

John obviously enjoys chatting with Rob and I'm envious! Great episode, thanks guys! Dave J

[@renejean2523]

I was born and grew up in the tough, mean streets of Strawberry Hill! Nice to see it get a mention.

[@mikerinn6187]

Mr. Brydon, thank you for your show. Your questions for the guests are always the best that bring out the answers we want to hear. Next time you’re in the US I want to buy you a beer.

[@LennyJohnson5]

The world has been so much better for the existence of John Cleese and his Python cohorts.

[@Z1ddee]

Get him on WILTY!!!! THAT WOULD BE AMAZING!

[@charliekane135]

Rob Brydon's interview technique is brilliant. So laid back and natural. This series is FANtastic ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@willoughby5150]

He’s just a legend. Great interview Rob 👏

[@antonyevans9772]

Now this one I'm excited for. Will listen to the full version later.

[@etch-a-sketch]

Fantastic interview. Just listenened on Spotify. Wonderful. Well done Rob. Love you, Mr. Cleese. 🥰 (Love you too, Rob. 😄)

[@Elwaves2925]

Yeah, I'm off to the full podcast. A little bit of Cleese is never enough.

[@dancesontheceiling]

I am echoing so many other commenters. You are such a pleasure to watch. You bring out the best in your guests, you don’t make it about yourself & you are gracious. We need you in the United States!

[@m......2743]

Ty rob. You are so funny and now you interviewed one of my heroes.

[@karenrogers8706]

This was brilliant...ROBB..Love you ALL the way from California and back again....

[@adamthorntonillustration9281]

That was probably the fastest 15 minutes of my life! Riveted. I can't believe it wasn't 5 minutes!

[@tastewithjase]

Listened to the full episode whilst driving earlier and could have listened to three hours. Rob you do a great job of pulling and gently prodding and then holding back and letting people talk, John has so much to say. The creativity bit was fantastic and this Sellars story was gold.

[@Dennycrane757]

Words can’t really describe the joy that JC has given me throughout my life. He truly is a comedic genius!

[@denisesf5]

Wonderful interview!! Thanks Rob!!🌼

[@angeladawn805]

John is looking well and happy, good to see. Excellent interview as ever, thanks again for your wonderful work Rob x xxxx x

[@cb7963]

What a wonderful interview. Thanks, Rob and John

[@danharrington2965]

Thank you for in my opinion,your best interview so far. Such an intelligent, brilliant man, I must say John Cleese is very good also , thank you both for sharing your time with all of us.

[@JessieCori]

I just love that Rob sits there with his slippers on.

[@kevinlance1813]

I have missed so many of these great interviews and must catch up. It struct me about halfway through that I was allowed the privilege of seeing two masters of their craft enjoying a conversation. Rob Brydon is a master at the art of the interview, and John Cleese is comedic Royalty.

[@josiahct]

He's so amazing, I demand he lives to 200!

[@serenitydnb6355]

Thank you rob, so far this series has been awesome and I look forward to more

[@tuvantrader]

“The end of deference” began with Cook’s impressions of the PM ... I thought about this some months back and it seems you can trace the modern state of comedy and even politics back to that moment, good and bad. I’m sure there’s a doctoral thesis in there somewhere! Great interview, Mr Brydon, thank you! Cleese and his humor have been a fixture of my life since childhood ... for better and worse! 🙏

[@Simon_Hawkshaw]

Thank you for highlighting this amazing man and talent. He and several of his contemporaries have shaped humour for several generations. Thank you Mr. Cleese for the laughs and humanity you have brought to me.

[@gilliankirby]

I love these podcast interviews! Please keep doing them for a long time! I also love these short video clips of them - i love to get a sense of the body language between Rob & the guest and then when I listen to the podcast i have that picture in my mind. Just brilliant!

[@marywood8794]

I like watching these because no matter who Rob interviews...a younger person, his own contemporaries or a legend like this...he's a great active listener and does these less like a regular interview and more like a conversation. He isn't reading from cards with questions on them. He does mention what he's read or heard about his subjects, but whether he fully plans his questions or not, it seems somewhat spontaneous. This is especially true when he builds off of what the person has said. Here Cleese seemed to really enjoy the conversation and the connection through their mutual understanding, even though he's old enough to be Rob's dad.

[@rhondawebb3469]

Just wonderful ! Thanks

[@olotbesalu2258]

Best interview yet , what a delightful man , and so deftly handled - great job , thanks

[@julieprior3126]

Oh I do love these interviews! 👍

[@judyhack3670]

ABSOLUTE PLEASURE to see and listen to dear dear JOHN CLEESE! BLESS HIM! A TRUE MASTER!

[@luminair11]

Fabulous & interesting interview!

[@darinsingleton3553]

Terrific as usual. Deepest appreciation & best regards from L.A.

[@layalabi1667]

Oh my gosh! That was wonderful!! Thank you!!!!!

[@davidjames579]

John Cleese is so wise. Always just think of him as a brilliant comedian, but his thinking and observations are spot on. He's a Philosopher.

[@dcparkers4]

Fetchez la vache! Best line ever.

[@martinlawrence8427]

Brilliant interview, some fascinating ideas and insights from John!

[@adamtoms761]

Fascinating chat. Thanks, gents.

[@ShineKelly]

Delightful :) Thanks Rob!

[@andypalin3287]

John Cleese is a TRUE Legend! 😎🎸🤘

[@craigdickens791]

Marvelous... thank you 🖖

[@garethfitzpatrick3932]

What Cleese says about creativity being linked to the ability to play is spot on. So many lose touch with playing.

[@LucasR-xl4sl]

Brilliant, really enjoyed this one =)

[@HettiedeKorteDiplomaat]

What a lovely conversation.

[@Joker-yw9hl]

John Cleese what a legend

[@mrmockatoo6786]

A lovely relaxed, informative chat between a comedy giant...and John Cleese. But seriously...it's nice to see John so at ease and willing to be engaged, and Rob willing to sit back and give him space. And finally, Rob...nice socks.

[@heathersinclair6637]

Great stuff Rob!

[@timjay1859]

brilliant. great fun. thanks

[@ruiseartalcorn]

Marvelous! Great stuff! :)

[@vagabondfeet]

Good one Rob. You must be so proud ! ;)

[@renejean2523]

Great interview, as always. It's interesting that Rob only does impressions of people he respects and admires. His Basil Brush and Scooby Doo are my favorites.

[@bugmanuk]

Brilliant and not too long for an Ep.

[@melissastone5755]

Bill Bailey, now John Cleese . . Thanks so much Rob, but where are you going to go from here? 🤣 Love how relaxed these interview's feel, my mind often slips into making me being there with you both and I want to ask you some questions. Keep up the great work 🤗

[@charlesmugleston6144]

Superb - thank you both ! Yes, " the pen IS mightier than the sword" Edward Bulwer Lytton , just as a meal IS mightier than a missile

[@seaniek9175]

Great interview. There right when they say comedy is a serious business.

[@TesterAnimal1]

They’re correct in their assertion that there’s seriousness in comedy.

[@hugoferreira4512]

Instant like. Thank you.

[@christopherkerr1693]

'I get a pain in the back of my neck!' 🤣

[@nbell63]

cracking!

[@carlossaraiva8213]

Two legends.

[@f5mando]

A Fish Called Wanda - The Musical?! Bostin! I can't wait!

[@npc3po301]

J - "Where are you Rob?" R - "I'm in Strawberry Hill between Twickenham and Teddington" J - "Oh how nice, that's a lovely part" R - "Where are you?" J - "I'm in Los Angeles" R - "... well it's lovely to see you"

[@EricaNernie]

Great interview Rob. You really allowed JC to explore some important ideas.

[@jimsanger]

Great questions Rob

[@jonbolton3376]

Interesting hearing about the musical. For the record A Fish Called Wanda is my favourite comedy film. Though obviously i've been a fan of John since i was about 4 in the mid 80's when i got into Fawlty Towers.

[@adirong]

The great philosopher Cleese!

[@tcac1687]

This is one of the best john cleese interviews ever

[@johnsmith-rs2vk]

I will never forget the Camp it up scene !

[@TheSamtheman081]

I would love to see a Fish Called Wanda musical. But not much chance as I now live in the Philippines. Moved here from the U.K. in November 2020.

[@tcac1687]

Lovely

[@RideAcrossTheRiver]

_Extreme Measures_ ... with Trevor Eve. Friday at nine ... on BBC One.

[@philwhitehouse546]

I love the beaming face of rob talking 2 john John u dont get the credit u deserve in the uk, but know u wont give a shit haha Loved this interview cos both people were enjoying talking 2 each other

[@paolozak3014]

A hero ! How could the world live without silly walks 😂

[@stevemelnicola]

I am sure John Cleese has given me more laughs than anyone else all the way back to 'The Frost Report' when I didn't even know his name.

[@exessex3522]

I knew his name from the radio comedy I'm Sorry I'll Read That Again which Cleese was in with all of The Goodies and a few others. Didn't know his appearance though. That has served him well.

[@deanwebster714]

I love these interviews. Does anyone know how they are recorded with the different views?

[@SeeWildlife]

Rob has multiple cameras.

[@hoojah9656]

A 15 min master class from John Cleese

[@robertwright7937]

John Cleese, you made me walk in a funny way for years! Now my knees are knackered. You owe me 4 grand.

[@ncmartinez_his]

One of the greats of comedy nearly overshadowed by some very colorful socks and comfy footwear. (That's what ADD does to you, folks.)

[@Smudgie]

Thank you for speaking to Mr Cleese. I thought perhaps he had been cancelled amongst his peers.

[@barryrimmer2103]

John says he can't do impressions. I thought Rob doing, Mick Jagger, doing Michael Caine was hilarious, but seeing John doing Peter Cook, doing Harold Macmillan was on par! 🙂

[@marcgriffo]

Superb episode Rob, interesting, enjoyable, and soothing! You could end up being the next Parkinson, or Wogan 👍

[@drwatsonca6945]

I watched the show in a theatre in Canada.

[@MRicciardi]

With all deference in the world....Fukc yeah!!!!!

[@scottyp5070]

You should have John and some of the other pythons on Would I Lie to you?, it would be legendary!!!

[@timelordvictorious]

God of comedy. The place of comedy would never have chaged with out him

[@DavidRexGlenn]

John Cleese asking permission to tell a story? Sir, you could read your car insurance policy and have my ear

[@croweater78]

I've always appreciated you Rob, but when John Cleese said "well. You can get rid of gonorrhea" I hit pause and then subscribed.