Each week, we aim to bring you interesting information about interesting people in about five minutes in the form of short biographies which can also be read on our website.
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Marc Maron welcomes comedians, actors, directors, writers, authors, musicians and folks from all walks of life to his home for amazingly revealing conversations. Marc's probing, comprehensive interview style allows guests to express themselves in ways listeners have never heard. Sign up here for WTF+ to get the full show archives and weekly bonus material! https://plus.acast.com/s/wtf-with-marc-maron-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I created the Supersonic Marketing Podcast to interview the greatest people in hospitality and subject matter experts in Brand and Marketing. We share our insights and expertise for free to help businesses all around the world BOOM! You’re welcome. Sponsored by Vita Mojo
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The Truth About Cancer video podcast is an eight-part video series. It is a continuation of the discussions begun in TAKE ONE STEP: A Conversation About Cancer with Linda Ellerbee. Each episode is two to five minutes long. Participating in the podcast discussions are U.S. News and World Report health editor Dr. Bernadine Healy; breast cancer surgeon and Breast Cancer Research stamp mastermind Dr. Ernie Bodai; neurologist and leading palliative care expert Dr. Richard Payne; and counseling ps ...
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A daily radio production that delves behind the scenes at COP26 to give listeners across the globe independent access to the world’s most influential climate summit. Hosting interviews with key players and partnering with 30+ independent international broadcasters, INSIDE:COP26 will dissect decisions and discussions - slicing through the jargon and delivering them in an accessible way. With access to the Blue Zone (where the climate negotiations will take place) at the heart of COP, our focu ...
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S8 Ep. 140 UNVEILING THE SECRETS OF SUCCESS IN THE HOTEL INDUSTRY WITH CHRIS WAYNE-WILLS, CEO OF CRERAR HOTELS
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CEO of Crerar Hotels, the AA Small Hotel Group of the Year 2023/24, Chris Wayne-Wills joins Mark McC on this week’s episode to discuss his career, his experience in the hospitality industry and the unique culture and approach of Crerar Hotels. Chris emphasises the importance of personalised guest experiences and attention to detail and highlights t…
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While watching Neal Brennan’s new Netflix special, Crazy Good, Marc learned new things about Neal despite knowing each other for 30 years. They sit down to figure out how things have changed for them, whether they are truly feeling better in their lives, and why they are still pursuing some version of success they can’t quite pinpoint. Neal also sh…
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In the 9th episode of season 15 of the 5 Minute Biographies podcast, we take a brief look at the life of Bing Crosby. Beyond the crooning and Christmas carols, Bing Crosby was a multimedia titan. We will take a quick dive into the Crosby legacy, exploring his rise to radio stardom, his smooth transition to film (including that Oscar win!), and his …
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Nearly 30 years ago in the alt-comedy scene of New York City, Marc crossed paths with an evangelical country singer named Tammy Faye Starlite. She’s the alter ego of lifelong New Yorker Tammy Lang, who stormed the city’s cabarets and clubs with her own form of performance art and musicality. Tammy and Marc reminisce about the days at places like Lu…
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S8 Ep. 139 HOW TO USE OMNI-CHANNEL CAMPAIGNS AND HOSPITALITY TECH IN YOUR HOSPITALITY DIGITAL MARKETING STRATEGY WITH GEMMA BARTER, DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGER AT HONEST BURGER
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Gemma Barter, the Senior Digital Marketing Manager at Honest Burgers discusses the importance of approaching digital marketing from a customer's perspective and emphasises the need for continuous learning and adaptation in the fast-paced digital landscape. She highlights the success of a campaign at Honest Burgers that focused on introducing a new …
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Paula Pell is often celebrated as one of the funniest people alive by some of the other funniest people alive. The world is finally getting to see what they mean thanks to Paula’s standout role on Girls5eva, but for years she was comedy’s best kept secret, writing legendary SNL sketches, doing punch-up and script doctoring for major movies, and con…
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In the eighth episode of season 15 of the 5 Minute Biographies podcast, we take a brief look at the life of a prolific polymath who excelled as an inventor, scientist, writer, and diplomat. His contributions, ranging from the invention of the lightning rod to his pivotal role in drafting the Declaration of Independence, have left an indelible mark …
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When Marc asked Jimmy Carr to be a guest on WTF years ago, Jimmy admits he wasn’t ready for it. He was already an established comedian at the time, but he felt like Public Jimmy was one thing and Private Jimmy was another. Now years later, Jimmy believes that age and experience have allowed him to get out of his comedy comfort zone and explore more…
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S8 Ep. 138 A BUBBLY CONVERSATION ABOUT BUBBLE TEA AND USING HOSPITALITY TECH TO ENHANCE THE CUSTOMER JOURNEY WITH PAUL CUPP, MD OF CUPP
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It’s bubble tea but for grown ups. In this episode, Mark McC has a chat with Paul Tanner, the Managing Director of CUPP, a bubble tea brand. Paul shares his journey from being a barista to becoming an MD. He discusses some learnings from his career, emphasising the importance of training and development for the team. Paul and Mark chat about the un…
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When Malcolm McDowell left behind Liverpool to pursue acting in London, he didn’t imagine it would be the start of 60 years as a performer. Malcolm talks with Marc about his extraordinary career, including his work with Stanley Kubrick on A Clockwork Orange, the pornographic fate of Caligula, and stories about Lawrence Olivier, Alan Bates, Peter Se…
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In the seventh episode of season 15 of the 5 Minute Biographies podcast, we take a brief look at the life of a movie star whose life was cut tragically short by a car accident after he had a massive impact on Hollywood with the three movies he starred in - James Dean. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing, or, if you would like to supp…
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Alex Edelman is the kind of comic who makes Marc immediately anxious. But it’s quickly apparent that Marc is reacting to the fact that he sees so much of himself in Alex. They’re both still dealing with complex feelings about their Jewish identities. They both paid their comedy dues doing road gigs in Boston. They both experiment with long-form sto…
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S8 Ep. 137 FROM HOSPITALITY OPERATIONS TO MARKETING TO HOSPITALITY MARKETING CONSULTANCY: ALAN ARMSTRONG’S STORY, SPACEMAN MARKETING
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From operation to marketing, employee to freelancer Alan Armstrong has a variety of experience in the hospitality sector, giving him a very holistic perspective on things. He discusses his experience working with celebrities and managing venues at a young age and what he learned from this experience. Alan talks about his freelance journey, offering…
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Carol Burnett turns 91 later this month and is still going strong with a featured role in the new series Palm Royale. But Carol is quick to remind Marc that the great success she achieved happened in part due to the kindness of strangers. Carol and Marc talk about the mysterious benefactors who helped her get to New York where she found success on …
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In the sixth episode of season 15 of the 5 Minute Biographies podcast, we take a brief look at the life of the man who started from humble beginnings to rise through the ranks and take charge of the British Naval Fleet at the Battle of Trafalgar, arguably changing the way war is fought at sea - Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson. Please consider supportin…
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Standup comedy transformed Dina Hashem’s life. So why is she at a point, right after releasing her acclaimed first special, where she cares less about standup than ever before? Dina talks with Marc about her isolated upbringing in New Jersey, her revelatory first time doing comedy, and why she has a hard time recognizing herself in her own special.…
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S8 Ep. 136 EXPLORING THE FUSION OF INDIAN STREET FOOD AND CRAFT BEER WITH BUNDOBUST FOUNDERS MARKO HUSAK & MAYUR PATEL
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Is beer and curry a match made in heaven? Combining Indian street food and craft beer Marko Husak and Mayur Patel founded Bundobust, a casual restaurant and microbrewery chain. In this episode, they discuss their journey in the hospitality industry with host Mark McC. They share insights into their background in the industry, detailing how they com…
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Celebrated singer-songwriter and guitarist Alejandro Escovedo made one of Marc’s favorite albums, the 1992 solo record Gravity. But the raw, intimate poetry of that album came from a real place of grief and anguish in Alejandro’s life. They talk about what led up to that point, including his early bands The Nuns, Rank and File, and True Believers, …
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In the fifth episode of season 15 of the 5 Minute Biographies podcast, we take a brief look at the life of the a woman who had massive success through her involvement with the Star Wars franchise as Prince Leia, but also someone who struggled with mental health and addiction - Carrie Fisher. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing, or, i…
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David Krumholtz lives and breathes Hollywood because, according to him, he has no other choice. The prolific character actor got what he considers a once in a lifetime break at age 13, so he needed to honor whatever fates gave him that opportunity by devoting himself entirely to acting. David talks with Marc about what he’s learned from co-stars li…
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S8 Ep. 135 HOSPITALITY, HOME COOKING, AND LIFE LESSONS WITH MARK WOGAN, CO-FOUNDER OF HOMESLICE AND HOST OF SPOONING PODCAST
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Hospitality entrepreneur and podcaster Mark Wogan shares his valuable insights on the hospitality industry including the challenges faced during the past four years, the impact of COVID-19 on the industry, and the need for government support. Along with host Mark McC they highlight the essence of kindness, generosity, and a welcoming spirit in the …
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Tig Notaro’s new comedy special is called “Hello, Again” which serves as a reintroduction of sorts, considering how much has changed in Tig’s life over the years. Tig explains to Marc how her previous tough, no-nonsense demeanor gave way to a different side after surviving cancer and falling in love. They talk about how Tig’s relationship developed…
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In the fourth episode of season 15 of the 5 Minute Biographies podcast, we take a brief look at the life of the woman who was the driving force behind the women's suffrage movement, which ultimately led to women being able to vote - Emmeline Pankhurst. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing, or, if you would like to support me in a more…
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This is Eddie Pepitone’s 25th appearance on WTF, by far the most appearances on the show for anyone other than Marc. And yet Eddie and Marc have never had a full length one-on-one talk in the garage. They attempt to do so in this episode, despite of Eddie’s aversion to linear logic and his aggressive style of comedic free association. Will they sta…
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S7 Ep. 134 THE ART OF HOSPITALITY AND INSPIRATIONAL LEADERSHIP: PAULO DE TARSO’S TAKE ON THE INDUSTRY
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Mark McC interviews Paulo de Tarso, a renowned figure in the hospitality industry with a rich background working in top restaurants worldwide. Paulo shares his journey from working in New York to opening his own restaurant, Margot, in London. He emphasises the importance of hospitality, service, and creating a positive atmosphere for guests. Paulo …
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Dave Attell and Marc have known each other for 35 years but really only converse at length on this podcast. Back on WTF after 14 years, Dave explains why he’s still on the road all the time as he gets set to premiere his new Netflix special, Hot Cross Buns. Dave and Marc also marvel at the current comedy boom in comparison to some of the down times…
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In the third episode of season 15 of the 5 Minute Biographies podcast, we take a brief look at the life of the man who brought about a unique period in English history when he removed the monarchy, resulting in England becoming, for a brief period, a republic - Oliver Cromwell. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing, or, if you would li…
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In the second episode of season 15 of the 5 Minute Biographies podcast, we take a brief look at the life of the King of Pop - Michael Jackson. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing, or, if you would like to support me in a more direct way, by say, buying me a coffee, please head on over to 5minutebiographies.com/coffee to see how. Why …
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When Todd Glass was on WTF back in 2012, he decided to do something that changed his entire life. Now, twelve years later, Todd is looking to change the way he does comedy for the rest of his career. Todd tells Marc about his new stage show, The Event of a Lifetime, why he wants to do it forever, and the challenges he’s facing while putting it on i…
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S7 Ep. 133 INSPIRING CREATIVITY, SEASONALITY AND INCLUSIVITY IN THE KITCHEN WITH CULINARY EXPERT AND ENTREPRENEUR PAUL DICKINSON
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Paul Dickinson, Head Coach of the England National Culinary Team, First Employee of DSP Authentic and Global member of Forever Oceans Culinary Board talks to Mark McC about the importance of passion, creativity and inclusivity in the culinary world. Paul shares his experiences working with renowned chefs like Marco Pierre White and the England culi…
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In the first episode of season 15 of the 5 Minute Biographies podcast, we take a look at the life of a mysterious and talented actress who made a successful move from the silent movies to the talkies and who left an indelible mark on the early movie industry. Please consider supporting the show by subscribing, or, if you would like to support me in…
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Sonic Youth founding member Thurston Moore is not just an influential figure in the evolution of Noise Rock and the no-wave art scene. He’s a chronicler of subversive music and other forms of artistic expression, as detailed in his memoir Sonic Life. Thurston talks with Marc about living on the Lower East Side in the ‘70s and ‘80s and the people wh…
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Rory Scovel is back in the garage, fresh off premiering a new standup special on Max that Marc found extremely funny. Now at a point in his life where his smack in the middle between feeling young and feeling old, Rory talks with Marc veteran comic to veteran comic about their philosophies on building a comedy hour, riffing, flying by the seat of t…
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S7 Ep. 132 GORGEOUS ROBBIE'S SECRETS TO CREATING A MEMORABLE SENSORY EXPERIENCE IN HOSPITALITY
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Robbie Bargh, founder of the Gorgeous Group joins Mark McC, sharing insights into just why his restaurants are so gorgeous. They discuss the importance of creating memorable and transformative experiences for guests, emphasising the significance of attention to detail in menu creation and storytelling. The discussion delves into the success story o…
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Hear Marc’s conversations with past WTF guests who are nominated for Oscars this year: Paul Giamatti, Cillian Murphy, Jeffrey Wright, Annette Bening, Jodie Foster, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, America Ferrera, Mark Ruffalo, Yorgos Lanthimos, Noah Baumbach, Greta Gerwig, Rodrigo Prieto, Lily Gladstone, and Robbie Robertson. This episode is sponsored by Aco…
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Ben Mendelsohn is a prolific actor with a dynamic range, and yet most of his training came from watching movies as a young kid in Australia and learning from the stars he saw on screen. Ben and Marc talk about their shared love of AC/DC, the social gravity of Australia, and the enjoyment of doing nothing. They also dive into some of Ben’s notable r…
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Mae Martin is Canadian, has a background in sketch comedy, spent a lot of time doing standup in England, and is non-binary. And yet, despite a life that couldn’t seem more different than Marc’s, the two of them have a surprising amount in common. Mae and Marc share stories on their struggles with addiction and compare notes on how they work through…
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Richard Lewis was a comedy hero and inspiration to Marc. They spent their first extended time together in 2011 for this conversation about Richard's life and career. Richard died on February 27, 2024 at age 76. Sign up here for WTF+ to get the full show archives and weekly bonus material! https://plus.acast.com/s/wtf-with-marc-maron-podcast. Hosted…
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S7 Ep. 131 HOW AIRSHIP CRM MAKES B2B MARKETING FUN WITH DAN BROOKMAN, CEO, AND SAM BROWN, CCO, OF AIRSHIP AND TOGGLE
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In this podcast episode, Dan Brookman, CEO, and Sam Brown, CCO, of Airship and Toggle, discuss their journey in the hospitality industry and the evolution of their companies. They emphasise the importance of effective B2B marketing and how they approach it as a way to bring life and excitement to events and spur the industry forward. They also high…
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Lily Gladstone knows that people project all manner of emotions and intentions onto her when she gives a performance. Lily and Marc talk about why that happens, including the reaction to her Oscar-nominated performance in Killers of the Flower Moon. They also talk about the time Lily was thinking about giving up acting just as Kelly Reichardt cast …
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Rodrigo Prieto is the cinematographer of two of last year's most celebrated films: Barbie and Killers of the Flower Moon, for which he is Oscar-nominated. Rodrigo talks with Marc about finding the right look for multiple Martin Scorsese movies as well as his strategy for achieving what Greta Gerwig called "artificial authenticity." They also talk a…
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S7 Ep. 130 HOW TO SET YOUR BUSINESS UP FOR DIGITAL SUCCESS IN 2024 WITH DIGITAL ROCKSTAR JACK EDGE, FOUNDER OF CUTTIN EDGE DIGITAL
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Jack Edge is a digital rock star and founder of Cuttin Edge Digital. Jack shares his journey in the hospitality industry, starting from his bartending job at a student nightclub to his role as a sales and marketing manager for a group of bars and clubs. He emphasises the importance of understanding the guest and utilising digital tools to drive sal…
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America Ferrera didn't expect that her performance in Barbie would lead to an Oscar nomination but few things in life have gone in a straight line for the daughter of working class immigrants from Honduras. America and Marc talk about how she encountered stereotypical typecasting even at a young age but saw that her work was making a tangible diffe…
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Before Mark Ruffalo became the Hulk, he deeply understood what it felt like to be two people in the same skin. A high school wrestler and a member of the drama club, a surfer and a punk rocker, a person with a family history of bipolarity. Mark and Marc talk about how he used this duality in many of his roles, including his Oscar-nominated turn in …
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Episode 1512 - Da'Vine Joy Randolph
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Da’Vine Joy Randolph is in the midst of the highly competitive Hollywood award season, but the competitive fire always burns strong within her. From high school basketball to her time on a track scholarship to her foray into opera to the theater program at Yale, Da’Vine is always aiming for the top spot. She talks with Marc about nailing her Boston…
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S7 Ep. 129 EMPOWERING LEADERS: THE IMPACT OF COACHING IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY WITH SARAH CLARK, EXECUTIVE COACH
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Want to achieve more in business and get that competitive edge? Executive Hospitality Coach Sarah Clark joins Mark McC to talk about how coaching can help hospitality leaders to achieve more from their business. She discusses her journey from being a managing director in the hospitality industry to starting her own coaching business. Sarah emphasis…
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Ed Zwick’s career as a director, writer and producer in Hollywood lends itself to the full memoir treatment, complete with stories about stars behaving badly and development disasters. But Ed’s new book also serves as a guide to mentorship in a business where every bit of help counts. Ed and Marc discuss some of his most successful productions, lik…
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John Oliver is one of those people who just gets Marc. It’s not surprising, considering John has become one of the sharpest observers of the American way of life. Back in the garage after almost twelve years, John talks with Marc about having what he calls a functional version of a nervous breakdown during the pandemic, finding hope in a painting o…
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S7 Ep. 128 RUNNING A SUCCESSFUL, PEOPLE-CENTRIC BUSINESS AND CREATING A POSITIVE AND FULFILLING WORK ENVIRONMENT WITH PHILIP TURNER, FOUNDER OF CHESTNUT GROUP
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Mark McC interviews Philip Turner, founder and owner of Chestnut Group. Philip shares insights into the company's values and culture, emphasising the importance of passion, genuine interactions, and fun. They discuss the significance of community engagement and how Chestnut strives to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for both guests and…
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Laurie Kilmartin can make comedy out of the darkest situations in her life, from her father’s hospice care to her mother dying of Covid to being targeted by Fox News and the right wing for making an abortion joke. The latter became the foundation for her latest special, Cis Woke Grief Slut, and Laurie talks with Marc about how comedy can survive in…
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