Meet Al Porter, the new king of comedy

Just 23, and still living at home with his mum, Al Porter has become one of Ireland’s biggest comedic talents. After lunch with him, Marjorie Brennan understands why.

AL Porter is sitting across from me in a hotel bar in Cork. He is blasting out a tune from Oliver, in full Cockney mode. It’s lunchtime, Porter is tucking into a sandwich, and there’s not an alcoholic drink in sight.

The comedian is telling me about his early start in showbiz.