Comedienne and Actress Isy Suttie (Dobby on Channel 4′s Peep Show) talks to 7 Wonders in 7 Days
As I type this, I’m listening to comedienne and actress Isy Suttie, who plays Dobby the self-confessed “IT misfit” on Channel 4’s BAFTA award-winning sitcom Peep Show giving an interview on YouTube.
For those unaware of the cult TV phenomenon that is Peep Show, here is Isy in character introducing herself to Mark Corrigan (played by David Mitchell of Mitchell and Webb) on the show. Mitchell and Webb also star in the ‘I’m a Mac, I’m a PC’ UK Apple Mac TV ads.
Back to that interview on YouTube. It’s really amusing, here comes what can only be described as a Karl Pilkington moment:
“…that’s really sweet, like you’re introducing two hamsters in your hand and stroking them simultaneously…”
She’s actually describing texting on a Blackberry. Chuckle…
Comedian and raconteur Karl Pilkington is best known for co-presenting The Ricky Gervais Show, the 2007 Guinness World Record holder for the world’s most downloaded podcast.
But I digress!
Since 10am today we’ve been doing a Twitter Q&A for YoungMinds, the only UK charity dedicated to young people’s mental wellbeing and one of the 7 charities I’m supporting through 7 Wonders in 7 Days.
7 Wonders in 7 Days is a never-been-done-before trip to see all new 7 wonders of the world in 7 days in October. The goal: to raise £777,000 for all 7 charities! As you’ll find out shortly, I’m looking for 7 people to join me on the trip.
Anyhow, all day on Twitter we’ve been asking people to share 7 things that make life difficult and 7 things that make life easier. Join in by searching @7wondersin7days or #7w7d.
We’re thrilled that Isy has taken time out of her busy schedule to answer a few questions about 7 Wonders in 7 Days and about supporting YoungMinds. Thanks again Isy.
Chi-chi: Which of the 7 new wonders of the world would you go to if you could only go to one? Why? They are Taj Mahal in India, Great Wall of China, the Colosseum in Rome, Italy, Chichen Itza in Mexico, Christ the Redeemer in Brazil, Machu Picchu in Peru and Petra in Jordan.
Isy: Chicken Itza in Mexico cos it sounds a bit like a chicken restaurant and I really love Mexican food.
Chi-chi: Why do you support Young Minds?
Isy: I think it’s a really important organisation as it helps young people without patronizing them and also doesn’t label them all as the same. It digs under the surface to really try and help young people.
Chi-chi: What are you up to at the moment?
Isy: I have just finished filming a new BBC2 sitcom called Whites with Alan Davies, and I’m currently filming the next series of Peep Show and am about to start a stand-up tour.
Chi-chi: What are you looking forward to the most before Christmas?
Isy: I cannot wait to go for a day out at Cosmeston Lakes in Cardiff
Chi-chi: Thanks Isy, that’s brilliant. Do let us know when your stand-up tour starts!
So…. as revealed on Twitter by writer Matt King, the next series of Peep Show will be broadcast in November.
Just hear from @sambaintv (he what writes it) that Peep goes out on 26th Nov. – @MattKingTown
There isn’t much about Whites online, being as it is a brand new sitcom still in development but here’s a brief synopsis on comedy.co.uk. It’s set in a restaurant; would be good to see ‘chef’ Alan Davies sparring with Isy Suttie! As broken on Twitter, it will be broadcast next month.
Yes. Whites begins on BBC2 at 9pm on Mon 27th Sept. – @MattKingTown
Finally, to save you Googling, here’s a little more about Cosmeston Lakes.
If you’ve got any more questions for Isy, she is @IsySuttie on Twitter. Follow her!
Speaking of Twitter, join us for the rest of our Twitter Q&A and for a chance to put your questions to future Formula 1 racing star and YoungMinds ambassador Jon Lancaster.
Here’s the rest of that YouTube interview. Enjoy.
Would be lovely to hear again from Isy as the 7 Wonders in 7 Days project progresses! We’ll keep you posted…
I’m looking for 7 lucky people to join me on the trip in October.
Get involved! Enter the competition to win a 3 day holiday to one of the 7 destinations.
How to Enter:
You just need to make a 60 second video or slideshow saying what you’d give one of the 7 charities I’m supporting in a dream donation and why. Here’s a recent video entry.
Finally, can I please ask you to make a donation the 7 charities being supported through the trip, they’re all doing amazing work. Thank you.
Related posts:
- Jon Lancaster & Isy Suttie To Guest Star In Thursday’s Young Minds UK Twitter Q&A
- Young Minds ambassador and British racecar driver Jon Lancaster talks to 7 Wonders in 7 Days
- This week on 7 Wonders in 7 Days
- Vote for your favourite adventure-loving celeb to join 7 Wonders in 7 Days
- 7 Wonders in 7 Days on the Becky Want show on BBC Radio Manchester on Tues 7 July at 2pm
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