There was actually two Wil interviews in the Sun Herald
Travel Section:
Case Study: Wil Anderson
When and where was your first overseas trip?
It was an accident. I was looking for a pair of shoes in the back of my wardrobe and stumbled into the magical kingdom of Narnia.
What suitcase do you use?
As i don't wear suits, i don't have a suitcase. I am looking for someone who manufactures a trackies case.
How do you pack?
I don't care what i pack, only what position it is packed in- to promote positive feng shui.
When do you pack?
When mum can find the time.
Which book would you take on a plane?
The Bible. I find it dissuades complete strangers from wanting to sit next to you and strike up conversations.
The most unusual souvenier you've brought back home?
I picked up something unusual on a trip to England. But the doctor gave me some tablets and assures me it'll clear up soon.
Five items you can't leave home without?
My respiratory system, my central nervous system, my circulatory system, my reproductive system and my American Express card. Like my reproductive system, I don't leave home without it.
Now another little interview...
The Inquisition: Wil Anderson.
Timing is everything for comedian Wil Anderson, which is why Wil by Mouth, his new stand-up show at Belvoir St, coincides with his return to 4am starts for his announcing gig on Triple J.
How does one combine late nights in a smokey stand-up venue with breakfast radio?
It'll be good. I'm hoping the laughs will be so big i'll be able to take mini power naps in between the jokes.
Will there be a running theme through this show?
Yes- funniness s the theme i've gone for this year. In the past i've had other themes but i really think this will be a winner. I did a show which was just the links between the jokes but that didn't seem to play. I also did one that just featured the punchlines but that didn't work either.
Why is there such a discrepancy between the Sydney and Melbourne comedy scene?
It's because all people from Melbourne are communists. Sydney people are so much smarter and better looking than Melbourne people.
How did you enjoy your brush with the tabloids lat year (courtesy of a short-lives romance with Kate Fischer)?
I guess i shouldn't have been hanging out with Robert Downey Jnr so often. He was a mate of mine...well when i say mate, i mean dealer.
What are your TV plans this year?
I'm hoping to get the Sale of the Century job- that's my big dream. I'm going to take it in a new direction, i'm going t abuse the home viewers a lot more.
Both are from the Sun Herald, january 20, 2002.
Here are some of the pictures from the Wil by Mouth media night.. If anyone wants to see any of the others email me.
Event: Wil Anderson's *Wil by Moyth opening night
Site: Belvoir St theatre, Surry Hills
Guests: Karl Kruszelnicki, AdamSpencer, Zoe Tryon, Isla Fisher, Penne Dennison, Joanne Ferguson, Claudia Black, Liz Ellis, Jane Mcfadden
Goss: Ever been woken up by your mum/partner/whoever after a big night out with the catchphrase "You're missing the best part of the day"? If so, then the wise musings of Triple J host Wil Anderson are just the ammunition you need to return fire the next time your sleep is disturned at such an ungodly hour (night owls unite! ) Anderson also comes in handy for the best belly laugh since, well, the last Belvoir St stand-up - definitely a hot spot this season.
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Wil Anderson and Dom Romeo
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Adam Spencer and Luisa Ford
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Dr Karl |