In each episode of this podcast, international comedian, scientist and blurb writer Mariana Feijó talks with guests about what bravery means to them and special moments in which they have been brave. Guests will chat about those moments when they have been brave, or even just gone slightly out of their comfort zone, while discussing what does it even mean to be brave! Thank you to Shem Pennant for the intro music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This is the last episode of the first season of Doughty. In Mariana Feijó's intro, you can hear someone slowly losing it after a whole pandemic with no holiday and almost through and through work since January 2020. Despite all her best attempts, choosing and editing episode highlights together was a gargantuan task that was mostly a failure, but s…
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In this week's episode, host Mariana Feijó looks back at all the 49 episodes of the first season. While she gathers her thoughts and prepares for a better, improved second season, coming up on 4th August, she'll take a moment to hang out with previous guests' thoughts and invite us to reflect on them again. This episode came out a little short, cau…
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In this week's episode, host Mariana Feijó looks back at all the 49 episodes of the first season. While she gathers her thoughts and prepares for a better, improved second season, coming up on 4th August, she'll take a moment to hang out with previous guests' thoughts and invite us to reflect on them again. If you're a regular listen, just a heads …
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Jokes Won't Write Themselves with Mariana Feijó
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In this week's episode, host Mariana Feijó speaks to no one, and decides to ramble about the fears she's having to go past as the world is slowly opening up and some of the mental health hurdles she faces. Thank you to Shem Pennant (IG: @myshowcalledlife T: @each1teach1) for the intro music. Follow me on IG & T: @MarianasBits If you've enjoyed the …
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I'm Not Gonna Lose My Lunchables Right Now with Steve Jeanty
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with comedian, rapper, writer, musician Steve Jeanty (Ronnie Cortado, ChuckleHeads Podcast, 89 Cavs). They talk about honesty, Long Island, Improv, and hip-hop. There's a lot of memories from school days and teachers, and those difficult to admit feelings. They also talk about comedy, music, creativity, and…
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The Bravery Of Wearing Jeans with Suchandrika Chakrabarti
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with freelance journalist, stand up comedian, and comedy writer Suchandrika Chakrabarti (The Freelance Pod). They talk about loss, grief and dead parents, how others' perceptions of you can be a burden, and how you may be put in a position in which you have to manage people's emotions. They also talk about …
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Informed Decisions with Pauline Eyre
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with stand up comedian, antenatal teacher, writer, fitness instructor, podcaster, and parent Pauline Eyre (Eyre-Leigh Doors Podcast). They talk about adapting to new circumstances, having babies in the pandemic, standing up to bullies and social embarrassment. They also talk about the whisper circles that e…
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I'm From London, Yeah?! with Janet Awe
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with development producer, script editor and consultant, and creative producer Janet Awe. They talk about the importance of speaking one's truth, writing and wrangling those creative ideas. They go into the difference between bravery and what may be just a knee jerk reaction to something. They also talk abo…
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with science communicator and illustrator Hana Ayoob (Why Aren't You A Doctor Yet, Say My Name). They talk about the freelance life, the need for control, time management and passion projects. They also talk about self love and the importance of empathy if we are to build a more inclusive world now that thi…
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I Need To Feed My Cats with Shem Pennant
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with intro music composer, writer, comedian, director, and so much more (!) Shem Pennant (Hot Goss, The Foundation). They talk about social anxiety and ways to fight against it, domestic abuse, podcast stats, advocating for oneself, and how to be oneself without being put in a box. There's also some chat ab…
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Bringing Back The Dogs with Winston Carter
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with Los Angeles based writer, comedian, and musician Winston Carter (Drac and the Swamp Rats, Try It You’ll Like It Podcast). They talk about moving, Oklahoma, Florida and NYC, family, community and choosing the right moment to take a plunge. They also talk about mental health and therapy, comedy, identity…
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The Empire State Through The Corner Of My Eye with Rabiah Coon
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with American project manager, comedian, and podcaster Rabiah Coon (More Than Work). They talk about moving, Texas and being away from family. They also talk about different kinds of public speaking, including performance, online dating and creating change. You can find Rabiah Coon on: IG @rabiahcomedy T @r…
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with comedian, writer, actor Chloe Hale (Hot Goss, Trash Comedy). They talk about self exploration, seeing bravery in others and living unapologetically as other. They talk about the shaved head trend amongst their peers and how appearance can lead to all kinds of dysphoria. They talk about coming out, pare…
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with comedian and writer Rachel Chada (Hot Goss, Trash Comedy). They talk about moving and making new friends, travelling and communicating in different languages. There was a time before GPS when it was easier to get lost in the big city. They also talk about talking relationships with families, coming out…
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On The Record with Patrick Cotnoir & Connor Ratliff
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with producer Patrick Cotnoir (George Lucas Talk Show, The President Show, The Chris Gethard Show, Asssscat) and actor, improviser and podcaster Connor Ratliff (George Lucas Talk Show, Dead Eyes Podcast, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Search Party). They talk about moving cities, states and countries, NYC and L…
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Different Tools In My Box with Helen Duff
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with comedian, writer, podcaster, Helen Duff (Come As You Are, Makers Of Meaning, The Mash Report). They talk about the difficulty in standing up for what you believe in, the importance of honesty and kindness, and eating disorders. They also go into theatre, performance and the creative process, and the ef…
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The Verge, Go On The Verge! with Cerys Bradley
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with comedian, writer, podcaster, Cerys Bradley. They talk about science, PhD's, queer history, and cycling...and yes, all of that is connected. They discuss whether bravery is a gendered concept, and also baking...there's always baking! You can find Cerys Bradley on: IG @hashtagcerys T @hashtagcerys https:…
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Learning To Appreciate The Sun with Izzy Florence
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with event planner, podcaster, health coach and yoga teacher, Izzy Florence (Perceptions Warehouse). They talk about intuition, moving at 18, communion and relationships, yoga and changing habits. There's even a kidnapping! You can find Izzy Florence on: IG @izabelflorence T @IzabelFlorence Thank you to She…
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Unending Well Of Sweets with Minder Kaur Athwal
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with improviser, event planner, workshop facilitator Minder Kaur Athwal. They talk about mental health, anxiety, impostor syndrome, meditation and sweets! You can find Minder Kaur Athwal on: IG @minderkathwal T @MinderKAthwal Thank you to Shem Pennant (IG: @myshowcalledlife T: @each1teach1) for the intro mu…
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I've Had Your Brain For Breakfast with Erica Lee Martin
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with multidisciplinary artist Erica Lee Martin. They talk about mental health, trauma, performance and alternative lifestyles. Through the process they also talk about auditions and job interviews, family, distance and writing music. You can find Erica Lee Martin on: IG @ericaleemartin T @ericaleemartin htt…
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with character comedian and wig enthusiast Kathy Maniura. They talk about LGBTQ+ spaces and how it feels to be bissexual/pansexual in them, coming out, dating and how to talk to parents, with a little bit of activism sprinkled in. You can find Kathy Maniura on: IG @kathykathymm Thank you to Shem Pennant (IG…
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with user researcher and stand up comedian Shalaka Kurup (Say My Name). They talk about how your parents can influence your fears, they compare different ways of communication at different times in history, nostalgia and memories. They also uncover the phenomenon of pandemic time warp...they're likely on to…
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Your Feelings Will Follow with Alice Sanders
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with write, comedian, tour director and future lawyer Alice Sanders (The Bareback Kings, Sebastian Frond). They talk about performing despite paralysing shyness, improv, breakups and relationships, appreciation of the arts and mental health. You can find Alice Sanders on: IG @wernerspenguin @sebastian_frond…
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with Brooklyn based comedian Patrick Keene (The Squirrel Theater NYC). They talk about queerness, coming out, being a vocally gay performer, relationships and dating. They also sprinkle on a little bit of Marie Kondo and AOC. You can find Patrick Keene on: IG @pad00d2.0 @thesquirrelnyc T @doo_kee @TheSquirr…
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Lowest Unemployment Rate In Europe with Roxy JC
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with comedian Roxy JB. They talk about moving for work, different careers and unemployment rates, the Iberian Peninsula, drugs and the red light district. They travel from small towns to big metropolis and the only thing they dislike are the tourists. There's also some chat about exercise and road rage. You…
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with storyteller and podcaster Raquel Caldevilla (Arrepios Com A Bilinha). They talk all the things. Changing careers, rebranding themselves, unemployment and depression. They also go into couchsurfing, relationships, body image and fatphobia. You can find Raquel Caldevilla on: IG @raquelcaldevilla and her …
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with actor, writer, comedian, musician Will Hines (Broad City, UCB, Brooklyn 99) . They talk about sharing houses as adults, asking for help and the shattering of hierarchies. They also touch upon acting, the business, comedy and moving to LA. You can find Will Hines on: IG @williebhines T @willhines Thank …
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A Dorm Full Of Lesbians with Mikaela Burch
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with comedian Mikaela Burch. They talk about coming out, the church and dating as a closeted 20 year old lesbian. Queer dating, labelling, basketball and comedy also make an appearance You can find Mikaela Burch on: IG @mikithemartian @the.cunnilingus.show T @mikithemartian Thank you to Shem Pennant (IG: @m…
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Teletubbies graduations with Emily Kennedy-Barnes
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with mum, producer and comedian Emily Kennedy-Barnes. They talk about researching and teaching abroad, art, skydiving, community and optimism. You can find Emily Kennedy-Barnes on: IG @funnyforawoman T @funnyforawoman Thank you to Shem Pennant (IG: @myshowcalledlife T: @each1teach1) for the intro music. Fol…
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Pulling An Edward From Twilight with Ruby Martin
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with writer, performer, storyteller and comedian Ruby Martin. They talk about taking chances with the same confidence of a middle class white man. embarrassment, relationships, ageing and activism. They also talk lockdown babies, pets and podcasts! You can find Ruby Martin on: IG @rubymartinart T @rubytmart…
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Put Your Titties On The Table with Reg Arnold
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with relationship coach, trainee sex therapist and counsellor Reg Arnold. They talk integrity and honesty, how to feel your emotions and accept your feelings, grief, sex and dirty talk. You can find Reg Arnold on: IG @relationshipdesigncoach Thank you to Shem Pennant (IG: @myshowcalledlife T: @each1teach1) …
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A Boss Named Patricia with Xinha Morais
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with actress and writer Xinha Morais. They talk about hair, both that on your body and that on top of your head, drama school, anxiety, creativity and communication. You can find Xinha Morais on: IG @xinha.morais Thank you to Shem Pennant (IG: @myshowcalledlife T: @each1teach1) for the intro music. Follow m…
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The Machinations Of A Stubborn Person with Lou Gonzalez
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with comedian Lou Gonzalez (Squirrel Theatre, UCB) about racism and inclusivity, career choices and speaking up against injustices, and the issues of having an expressive face! They also talked about the importance of community, building relationships and humanity, in the fight for change. You can find Lou …
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with podcaster and comedian Honey Leavitt (The Honey Leavitt Show) about ADHD diagnostics, chronic depression, career changes, and MONEY....renting in big cities, student loans and credit scores! They've also chatted about world politics and the politics of the Upright Citizens Brigade (UCB). And RAGE...at …
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One Shoe Doesn't Fit All with Verona Rose
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with Verona Rose (BBC3, 8 Out Of 10 Cats) actor, writer, director and photographer. They chat about looking confident before being it, Barbie dolls, creativity and play. You can find Verona Rose on: IG @theveronarose T @TheVeronaRose Thank you to Shem Pennant (IG: @myshowcalledlife T: @each1teach1) for the …
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Mandatory Relationships With Men with Victoria Olsina
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with Victoria Olsina (QCC, Funny Women Awards 2020 Semi-Finalist) comedian and SEO specialist about raising the standards in comedy, the workplace and dating. You can find Victoria Olsina on: IG @victoria_comedy T @vic_comedy victoriaolsinacomedy.co.uk Thank you to Shem Pennant (IG: @myshowcalledlife T: @ea…
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Advocating For Long Johns with Bruce Tang
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with Bruce Tang (Comediasians) writer, illustrator and improv comedian. They come up with the plan of pitching a new definition of bravery to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, Colin Farrel's sex tape, how Bruce got to illustrate for Comedy Bang Bang, with a little bit of anxiety and resentful horniness thrown…
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with Saven Chadha a stand up comedian, designer and illustrator. It's a podcast in the shape of a love letter to stand up comedy where they chat about mental health, families and how to keep going in the face of failure. You can find Saven Chadha on: IG @savencomedy @savendesign T @savencomedy And if you're…
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In The Eye Of The Beholder with Stephen Lee
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with Stephen Lee (Comediasians, C3?, Patrol, Portugaysian), an improviser who works in TV. They chat about leaving careers in science, starting over in new countries and coming out later in life, while sharing thoughts about the LGBTQ+ community. There's also something in this episode for all the language n…
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with actor, writer, producer Megan Harris (Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Ted Lasso) about slasher careers and working with kids with disabilities. Cause life is not only about work, they also talk about sunglass thieves, catholic school and army training. You can find Megan Harris on: IG @me…
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From Producer To Makeup Artist with Laura Seixas
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with filmmaker, writer, director Laura Seixas about artist's vulnerability and the need for a thick skin. As two EU citizens, from Portugal, immigrated in the UK, there's of course discussions about Brexit and some considerations about Salazar and the Portuguese dictatorship. You can find Laura Seixas on: I…
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Bravery Or Recklessness? with Caitlin Powell
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with comedian and history of art academic Caitlin Powell about standing up for one's beliefs, sex work, history of art and even Andrew Doyle! An episode clearly affected by deep philosophical question, created by previously released episodes. One for the fans, if you are out there! You can find Caitlin Powe…
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Pen Knives & Pepper Spray with Dalia Malek
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with Egyptian-America comedian Dalia Malek about navigating the world as a woman, road rage and self-defence. The episode is very much informed by the crumbling planet we’re living in, but also focusses on cute dogs and cuddling pets, to achieve that balance we’re all craving in our lives! You can find Dali…
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We're All Going To Die Soon with Carmen Ali
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with comedian, actor and burlesque performer Carmen Ali about pretentious spirituality, acid reflux, circus tricks, burlesque and Buffy. David Boreanaz, Hugh Grant and Ron Perlman also make an appearance...you'll have to listen to find out if any of their voices were recorded! You can find Carmen Ali on: IG…
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Drink Your Own Kool-Aid with Milly Tamarez
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with Brooklyn comedian Milly Tamarez about stand up, differences between NYC and London, crafting safe places and leave you a few tips on how to pitch yourselves and your projects. Oh, and arrogance...how arrogant do you need to be? You can find Milly Tamarez on: IG @millyon4ire T: @MillyTamarez Thank you t…
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Be Happy With Your Garden with Isa Bonachera
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with Spanish comedian Isa Bonachera about stand up, periods, gun violence in America, day jobs, choices, Brexit and so much more, in an episode filled with laughter. You can find Isa Bonachera on: IG @isa.bonachera T: @IsaBonachera W: isabonachera.com Thank you to Shem Pennant (IG: @myshowcalledlife T: @eac…
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Let's Uphold Each Other with Francesca Renèe Reid
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with multidisciplinary artist Francesca Renèe Reid (Brent Would, The Bareback Kings) about the importance of upholding and supporting each other, how grief should be something we should feel more comfortable talking about, and how there aren't 'shoulds' in life. CW: Grief and sexual harassment. You can find…
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with writer, comedian, actor Lynsey Bonell (Trash Comedy) about those sliding door moments and how the concept of bravery is personal and has changed through time, all through laughter and cuckoo clock noises. You can find Lynsey Bonell on: IG @lynseybins @wearetrashcomedy T: @lynseybinsey @wertrashcomedy T…
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How Many Lions Can You Name? with Charlie George
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with comedian Charlie George (AntiViral Wipe 2020, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Crack Up Comedy Cabaret) about all the different ways in which they have been brave, from the physical to the emotional aspect of it. You can find Charlie George on: IG @charliegeorgecomedy T: @CGdoescomedy Thank you to Shem Pennant (IG: @…
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In this episode, host Mariana Feijó chats with improviser, performer, facilitator Monica Gaga (Derek's Mojo, Do The Right Scene, Hell Yeah!) about taking ownership of our bodies and not being afraid to be ourselves, in order to appease society's 'norms'. You can find Monica Gaga on: IG @msmonicagaga T: @msmonicagaga Thank you to Shem Pennant (IG: @…
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