Archive · 2 Sep 2025
Comedian's True Crime Story Becomes a New Podcast
Imagine a comedian named Edd, who had a really scary night.
After a show, he found a murderer was looking for him.
This led to an even crazier story.
This story has become a podcast called 'Wisecrack', hosted by Jodi Tovay.
The podcast tells the true story of that terrifying night, combining comedy with crime.
Edd shares his experience, his family, and even the man who committed the crime.
The podcast promises dark humor and a unique true-crime experience, potentially turning into a TV show or film in the future.
Comedian Edd Hedges's story is turned into a true-crime podcast.
The podcast, 'Wisecrack', is produced by true-crime producer Jodi Tovay.
The podcast originated from a stand-up comedy show at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
The series blends comedy and crime, and is a 'Baby Reindeer'-style story.
The story revolves around a murderer who came to Hedges's home after killing his family.
- Who
- Comedian Edd Hedges and true-crime producer Jodi Tovay.
- What
- A true-crime podcast called Wisecrack about a comedian's experience with a murderer.
- When
- The podcast launches today.
- Where
- The story originated in a small English village and was first presented at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
- Why
- To share the comedian's story, blending tragedy and comedy in a true-crime format.
- Podcast Title
- Wisecrack
- Host
- Jodi Tovay
- Comedian
- Edd Hedges
- Producer
- Jodi Tovay
- Format
- Six-part podcast