England is a fairly envious little country and it's embodied in the press. They don't like anyone being more distinguished than they are.

Laughter is the best creative medicine.

I think the hard thing for young comedians is that the majority of the young people in the audience out there don't have the wide range of references.

I have a tendency sometimes to get too logical with what I'm writing, just because I want it to be kind of perfect.

This is the extraordinary thing about creativity: If just you keep your mind resting against the subject in a friendly but persistent way, sooner or later you will get a reward from your unconscious.

If you want creative workers, give them enough time to play.

For those wondering how to deal with anxiety and depression, the first thing to consider is what you're putting into your mouth.