Ignacio Lopez: A Comedian's Guide to Buying the Perfect Mattress
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Ignacio Lopez: A Comedian's Guide to Buying the Perfect Mattress
🎙️Episode Overview
In this fun-filled conversation, Steve Otis Gunn chats with comedian Ignacio Lopez about his upbringing in Mallorca, rainy Summer holidays in Welsh caravan parks, and the wild ride of navigating TV quiz shows. They also delve into the hilarity of dubbed films, the pitfalls of blagging your way into work, and why choosing the perfect mattress might just be one of life’s most underrated decisions.
Highlights include:
- Bluffing his way into a Disney role as a salsa dancer - without knowing a single step.
- Why his appearance on Mastermind had to be filmed twice, and why he doesn't risk taking his House of Games luggage on tour.
- How Hollywood keeps ruining great films with subpar remakes
- The weirdness of discovering Keanu Reeves’ real voice
This episode will hit home for comedy lovers, fans of all things Spain, and anyone who's ever guessed their way through a trivia round.
🎤 About Ignacio Lopez
Ignacio Lopez is a Welsh-Spanish comedian known for his clever and insightful humour, often drawing on his dual heritage. He's a familiar face on the UK comedy circuit and television, with appearances on Live At The Apollo and Have I Got News For You. Ignacio has performed in English, Spanish, and Welsh, showcasing his versatile talents.
🔗 Connect with Ignacio
Get tickets for Igancio's Edinburgh Fringe show here: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/ignacio-lopez-nada
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Host: Steve Otis Gunn
Guest: Ignacio Lopez – Comedian & Writer
Duration: 56 minutes
Release Date: July 31, 2025
Season: 4, Episode 12
All music written and performed in this podcast by Steve Otis Gunn
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