The Yorkshire comic was going nowhere with his act which relied on gimmicks, set-pieces and standing on tables. So he decided it was time to live a more interesting " and stressful " life What's the opposite of an overnight success? Should we call Ian Smith a slow burner, a sleeper hit? The Yorkshireman's last two shows, both fantastic, were nominated for the Edinburgh comedy award, he has a popular Radio 4 series, I…
