Tag: James Cary

What would the Ascension look like in a sitcom?

It’s a strange thing to consider, but what would the Ascension look like if it was portrayed in a ...

Christianity and Humour by James Cary

In the run-up to Greenbelt Festival comedy writer James Cary talks jokes, humour and ...

Why do jokes go wrong?

It may have been an established tried-and-tested joke but for one reason or another it wasn't well received, and it's now obvious that people haven't found it funny. Why does this happen? In this extract from The Sacred Art of Joking James Cary talks us through the many reasons why jokes can sometimes ...
  • 28 Jan 2019
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Ruining the Moment

James Cary, author of The Sacred Art of Joking, blogs for us during Storytelling ...
  • 20 Nov 2018
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5 lighthearted books for Christmas

For most people, Christmas is the perfect time of year to unwind, relax and spend precious time with family. With this in mind, SPCK has handpicked five easy lighthearted books for the ...
  • 17 Sept 2018
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Funny Man Paul Kerensa’s 5 Tips for Comedy

On 19 October, we’ll be at The Museum of Comedy for Three Funny Men, an event featuring Simon Jenkins, James Cary, and Paul Kerensa. Tickets are available here.  Paul shares his wisdom about comedy events with ...
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