This chapter explores personal histories and family anecdotes centered around cultural identity and resilience. Through humorous and poignant stories, the speakers reflect on their Italian heritage and the challenges faced by their ancestors, including dramatic encounters that shaped their family legacy. The conversation sheds light on the complexities of names, immigration, and how past experiences influence their present identity and careers.
Blair Socci comes from an athletic family with a hardened ancestral backstory involving throat slashing and exile. But despite her exterior toughness, Blair spent her youth enjoying poetry, journaling and creative writing. If she hadn't caught the comedy bug, she intended to become a novelist. Blair and Marc talk about her volleyball prowess, how athletics prepared her for comedy, and why she recently felt the need to abandon her anti-social media stance.
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