About Me

Hello! I’m Marc. I grew up in Kent but somehow escaped to London. I'm a stand-up comedian, podcast host and practising Buddhist (who needs a lot more practice). My comedy is about life, class, politics, relationships and the strange ways we try to make sense of ourselves and the world. Sometimes there's music too, usually when I've run out of punchlines. Sometimes I play indie folk guitar, other times it is folk indie guitar. One time it was country. That was only once, I promise.

I host The Bardo Podcast, where I talk with comedians, philosophers, artists, mystics and other curious people about philosophy, spirituality, creativity, psychology, Buddhism and how we make sense of being human.

I also make occasional Positive Service Announcements on Instagram, sharing small reflections on mindfulness, self-awareness and trying to figure out modern life without becoming too much of an idiot.

I like to spend my free time imagining better futures. You can explore some of my zines and ideas for ways we might make the world good here.

Here are some nice things people have said (about me):

"Funny as hell, while holding all the stuff that actually matters. Marc Salmon makes me feel great about the hope I have." - Lara Ricote

’Naturally funny’ - Mark Simmons

‘Plays the unusual POV expertly, with humanity and compassion. A Very funny dude.’ - Mike OT, Founder of The Free Association.

Workshops and Trauma-Informed Wellbeing Sessions

Alongside comedy, I also facilitate workshops and wellbeing sessions. I spend much of my working life in adult social care, supporting people affected by mental health challenges, homelessness, autism and learning disabilities. That experience informs the way I think about compassion, creativity and community.

My workshops bring together improv, play, trauma-informed practice, paratheatre and compassion-based mindfulness, always with humour and humanity at the heart.

If you'd like to know more or book a workshop or session, I'd love to hear from you via the contact form.