Comedian and Therapist, Dr. Holly
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09/02/23 • 49 min
What happens when comedy collides with therapy? You get an uproarious, soul-searching conversation with our special guest, Dr. Holly, a comedian, author, actor, and licensed therapist. As we enter her world, we challenge the status quo of comedy, shedding light on the controversial term "chasing ambulances" and discussing the importance of creativity when writing about current events. Buckle up, folks, because this episode is a rollercoaster of laughter and revelations.
Comedy isn't all sunshine and roses; it comes with its fair share of thorns. Dr. Holly fills us in on the rocky road of challenges that comedians have to navigate. From audiences quick to take offense, to the struggle of staying relevant and true to oneself, we dig deep into the comedy industry. But fear not! Our guest also highlights the power of a small circle of supportive people, an essential element in the survival kit of every comedian.
Ready for some insider tips on making it big in comedy? Dr. Holly shares the secret sauce: putting in the reps. From her grandmother's open grills inspiring her to her journey of getting her own grill from a licensed orthodontist in Atlanta, Dr. Holly leaves no stone unturned. We examine the contrasts between comedy scenes in New York and Philadelphia, and how geography can influence a comic's success. They say laughter is the best medicine, and by the end of this episode, we promise you'll be thoroughly 'medicated' and inspired.
What happens when comedy collides with therapy? You get an uproarious, soul-searching conversation with our special guest, Dr. Holly, a comedian, author, actor, and licensed therapist. As we enter her world, we challenge the status quo of comedy, shedding light on the controversial term "chasing ambulances" and discussing the importance of creativity when writing about current events. Buckle up, folks, because this episode is a rollercoaster of laughter and revelations.
Comedy isn't all sunshine and roses; it comes with its fair share of thorns. Dr. Holly fills us in on the rocky road of challenges that comedians have to navigate. From audiences quick to take offense, to the struggle of staying relevant and true to oneself, we dig deep into the comedy industry. But fear not! Our guest also highlights the power of a small circle of supportive people, an essential element in the survival kit of every comedian.
Ready for some insider tips on making it big in comedy? Dr. Holly shares the secret sauce: putting in the reps. From her grandmother's open grills inspiring her to her journey of getting her own grill from a licensed orthodontist in Atlanta, Dr. Holly leaves no stone unturned. We examine the contrasts between comedy scenes in New York and Philadelphia, and how geography can influence a comic's success. They say laughter is the best medicine, and by the end of this episode, we promise you'll be thoroughly 'medicated' and inspired.
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No I.D. - Comedian and Therapist, Dr. Holly
Transcript
Ladies and gentlemen , welcome back to another episode of no ID podcast . It is me , your host , rome Davis . I have here comedian author , actor , creative licensed therapist
Speaker 1the one from Philly , I'm guessing right ?
Speaker 2I live in Philly ,
Speaker 2but yeah ,
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