Spencer Jones on the Herbert, Jeremy Kyle and why the Fringe is a trade show for show-offs.

Tell us about your Fringe show.

The show is about a man called The Herbert. He's an odd man child with a penchant for weird noises, funny props, and being crazy. But he is under pressure to grow up and start being normal. He's one of those people who just wants to have a laugh with people. Everyone tells him to get a proper job and stop all the messing about. The show's about him and how the 'real' world will always get you in the end.

Best thing about the Fringe?

That there's so many brilliant performers all in one place doing their thing. Yes it’s a trade show for show-offs, but what a brilliant thing. They say in London you are only ever three feet away from a rat. Well in Edinburgh during the festival you are only ever three feet away from a totally brilliant laugh.

Worst thing about the Fringe?

I really missed my family last year. But they are coming up for the whole thing this year, so I really can't think of anything.

How many years have you been coming to the Fringe?

Six years totally. Two years as a solo, one year in a play, one year with a sketch group. One year as a punter. Thats not six is it?

Favourite Fringe venue?

Oooooh... My venue! The Hive, or as taxi drivers called it. The Dive! It's Bob Slayers venue, has two rooms, and this year has a brilliant line-up. I'm very lucky to be on with them all.

Best Fringe memory?

Having a full house and the audience laughing hard. That’s the best feeling. It's why I do it. And it meant I could pay the sound tech and flierers that day. And had money left over for sausage and chips.

Best heckle?

A very small elderly Indian lady fell asleep in my front row. So I made her a sofa out of chairs and gave her a blanket.

Craziest on stage experience?

Once I grew wings out of my back and flew to Exeter. When I got there I played five a side with Danny Dyer. No one believes me but ask Danny, he'll put you straight. We lost 28-3.

What’s on your rider?

Double-sided tape. Ping pong balls. Double whiskey. And a bucket to vomit into.

How do you wind down after a show?

Very badly. It involves Jeremy Kyle.

What do you love about Scotland?

Full of Scottish people! They really are quality. I'd move here in a shot if I could. A proper laugh, take the mickey out of you, friendly, polite, firm handshakes. I think I've lived in London too long.

What do you like about Edinburgh?

Its a cliché but it's beautiful city. Show me a more beautiful city. I've been around and Edinburgh wins all day long. That said Florence is nice. Ive never been, but I'm told it's mint. That and Exeter from the sky, breath taking.

What’s the most Scottish thing you’ve done?

I voted SNP this year. It wasn't an option on my ballot paper because I live in London, but I drew a box at the bottom and put a massive tick in it.

What kind of jokes do a Scottish crowd seem to respond to?

Depends on the venue and the night, I would say Scottish crowds have a very broad palate when it comes to humour.

Favourite joke?

I don't have any jokes in the show. It's a funny show, but there are no jokes. I did just write a joke though. Its only three words. It's not in the show so don't judge me.... here goes.... Poo Trumps Wee.

Spencer Jones will perform at Heroes @ the Hive from August 6-17, 19-24 and 26-31.