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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

When you realise one of the best actors is actually pretty lazy when choosing his parts! #ChristianBale #Batman #AmericanPsycho #HollywoodScoop #ActorsLife

Two pictures side by side of actor Christian Bale from Batman and American Psycho. One photo says “Batman” and the other says “Batman” but between the T and the M is the letter E inserted above to read his American Psycho name of Bateman.

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Sorry to hear that Patricia Routledge has kicked the bouquet! 😢

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Underground Venues @undergroundvenues.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

We really enjoyed having Shall I Compere Thee In A Funny Way? at the @buxtonfringe.bsky.social - would recommend the show to any @edfringe.bsky.social venue. If you have children, School's Out Comedy Club is fantastic - hope you can bring both shows back to us next year!

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Paul Rissen @r4isstatic.com · 26/07/2025

Regardless of what you think of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, this is not a good look for the Edinburgh Fringe, or for the UK. Antisemitism is real, and terrifying. The situation in Gaza is horrific. Both things can be true. Discrimination is not the way to peace, anywhere.

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

If you are going to Edinburgh to see shows and enjoy the comedy, please do not boycott these venues, they are hosting some incredible acts who I wouldn’t want to suffer negatively because of this. 8/8 End

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

For those who have suggested boycotts of the venues, I would ask fellow comics not to do anything to jeopardise your own shows, just go out there, do your thing and smash it! 7/8

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

I am incredibly grateful for the support I have received from so many inside and outside the comedy industry, and hope that everyone performing in Edinburgh has a productive and safe month. 6/8

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

I am still processing the concept that in 2025 I can be cancelled just for being Jewish. In the mean time I will still be at the Fringe for my one remaining children’s show and continue to investigate possible alternative venues for both of my cancelled shows. 5/8

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

As a Jewish person living in Britain it is possible, and increasingly common, to have a love for Israel without supporting the actions of the government. 4/8

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

Anyone who knows me will know I have never expressed support for anything other than freeing the hostages and finding a way for peace. It is sad to think that these views could conflict with anyone who wants to see a lasting peace in Gaza and Israel. 3/8

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

The reason I was given is that my ”views concerning the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Palestine…are in significant conflict with our venue’s stance against the current Israeli government’s policy and actions.” 2/8

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

Following on from the news that my and Aaron Levene’s long running compilation show, Jew-O-Rama, was being cancelled by Whistlebinkies due to concerns over “staff safety”, yesterday I learnt that my solo show, Shall I Compere Thee in a Funny Way? was being dropped by Banshee Labyrinth. 1/8

A picture of Stand Up Comedian Philip Simon holding a microphone. The picture has a lot of text, which is the same as what is written in the post.

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Underground Venues @undergroundvenues.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

Posters and flyers from some of our @buxtonfringe.bsky.social‬ shows! Leamprov, Samantha Day, @philipscomedy.bsky.social‬ and Black Liver. Have you seen them in the wild, yet?

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Underground Venues @undergroundvenues.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

We're so excited to have last year's @buxtonfringe.bsky.social‬ Children's Event Award winner back! @philipscomedy.bsky.social‬ returns with SCHOOL'S OUT COMEDY CLUB. Excellent end of term fun where kids take the mic and share their best (and worst) jokes 2025.underthefringe.com/shows/school...

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Happy Pride Month to all those who celebrate (which let’s face it, should be all of you!) #Pride #PrideMonth #lgbtq #lgbtqiapride❤️💛💚💙💜 #Ally

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

For some reason whenever I see Donald Trump making this pose, it’s not the power salute he seems to think it is!

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

🎉Getting in before the networks get clogged up at midnight to wish everyone a Happy New Tax Year! 🎊

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Often accused of not doing enough to keep women safe, it’s good to see the police are finally back on brand!

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Look how delighted all the kids are to hear School’s Out Comedy Club is coming back to a number of Fringes this year! Want some more info...? Then...WATCH THIS SPACE! 👀

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Oh, right! So he’s no problem when the economy transitions! Double standards!

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Sorry mum, we’re now under someone else’s wing!

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Rachel Creeger @rachcreeger.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Super excited to start our journey with @podomedy.bsky.social after wandering through the #podcast desert with @philipscomedy.bsky.social for what feels like 40 years!

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Saturday 8th February @ 8:40pm at the @leicscomedyfest.bsky.social with Jokes on Us at The Real Ale Classroom (Rutland Street) Free entry (PWYW) Either turn up on the night or reserve yourself a free ticket (and protect my sanity by knowing how many people might be coming) from the link in my bio.

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

When you gig in a cinema and realise the current release of films totally reflects the comedy industry!

Four movie posters with their corresponding comedy spots including “A complete Unknown” as compete, A Real Pain” as the opener, “Maria” as token woman and “The Brutalist” as the headliner.

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

New Business Idea: You send me your posts first and I correct the grammar before you post them. No charge, just feel it might help my mental health!

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

This is less about how ignorant they are and more about the level of devotion they feel towards this man. That said, I don’t think it’s anything to do with their stupidity, so much as it’s how easily they can be manipulated to believe the lies. No-one’s immune. We had it here with Brexit.

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

So Donald Trump is the 45th & the 47th President of the USA. Looks like it’ll be pretty easy to crack MAGA’s PIN numbers then!

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

Ah. I know who you mean. He came to my show once in Edinburgh. Lovely man. Not to worry. Be well x

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

Not sure you meant me either, did you? 🤷🏻‍♂️

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

Always great fans of Dangermouse, the French are delighted to see Le Pen fold! French far-right politician Jean-Marie Le Pen dies at 96 www.bbc.com/news/article...

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French far-right politician Jean-Marie Le Pen dies at 96

Le Pen - an unrepentant extremist on race, gender and immigration - founded the far-right National Front in 1972.

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

Time to retire this pun then: People in Canada eat gluten-free bread. Except in the prime minister‘s house where it’s just in true dough! 🪦 #JustinTrudeau

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 31/12/2024

Like many of you I decided to round up 2024 but all I got was 2025! #HappyNewYear

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 23/12/2024

🎄🎵I don't want a lot for Christmas🎵🎄 There is just one thing I need Just so I can put the presents underneath the Christmas tree I just want all that you owe More than you could ever know Make my wish come true Pay my bloody invoices, yoo hoo! 🎄🎶🎄🎶🎄🎶🎄🎶🎄🎶🎄🎶🎄

An AI generated cartoon image of Mariah Carey looking Christmassy and frustrated holding sheets of paper with the added caption “all any freelancer really wants for Christmas”

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

Trying to think of acceptable things to call a guru. #shamenname

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

DADDY PIG PERSONALISED VIDEO MESSAGES: Treat someone to a personalised message from the expert himself, Daddy Pig! These make for a wonderful gift for your child just to say hello or as a birthday greeting. Order your Daddy Pig video here: www.philipsimon.co.uk/product-page...

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Personalised Daddy Pig Greeting Video | Philip Simon

Treat a loved one to a fantastic personalised message from the expert himself, Daddy Pig!Having played the role of Daddy Pig in the original UK theatre production of Peppa Pig, I'm now able to record ...

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

PERSONALISED LIMERICKS With just some very basic information I'll write a funny limerick that will be set on a decorative backing and sent to you as a file to download or forward on. Order your limerick here: www.philipsimon.co.uk/product-page...

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Personalised Limerick | Philip Simon

A limerick's a poem or songA ditty that's just 5 lines longFor not too much moneyI'll write something funnyOh what could possibly go wrong? I've always loved the more creative & humorous side of w...

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

SCHOOL’S OUT COMEDY CLUB JOKE BOOK During lockdown I started a children's joke show called School’s Out Comedy Club where kids sent in their favourite jokes. I've put all the gags into this children's joke book raising £££ for FareShare. Buy the joke book here: www.philipsimon.co.uk/product-page...

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1 x School's Out Comedy Club Children's Joke Book (supporting FareShare) | Philip Simon

During lockdown I started a children's YouTube joke show called School's Out Comedy Club. The idea was that the kids sent in their favourite jokes for me to perform as part of the show. Now I've self...

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

CALLING ALL COMEDIANS* T'is the season to flog your merch! I'm starting a thread here for anyone who's got some merch that would be ideal for stocking-fillers. I’ve done this before and it was very successful and a great way to remind people to support small businesses. *All freelancers welcome

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Gary Colman @garycolman.bsky.social · 01/12/2024

Great day Friday at @mcmcomiccon.bsky.social Birmingham with the awesome DorksnOrks @miramanga.bsky.social @katemccabe.bsky.social @philipscomedy.bsky.social

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

My friend just said on Facebook that he's a bugler in the army. I liked his Last Post.

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

My computer's so woke it's started using non-binary code.

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

Opinions are like children - the better they turn out, the more people suspect they weren’t really yours in the first place

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

There's a new Disney-themed witness protection scheme called Lie Low and Snitch.

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

OMG! I just saw a squirrel with man boobs. Though thinking about it, they may have been chestnuts!

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Philip Simon Comedian @philipscomedy.bsky.social · 15/11/2024

So, apparently when I introduce acts on stage I channel my inner Village People!

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