Modern Wisdom #395 - Alfie Brown - Not Sucking At Fatherhood, DIY & Halloween
Nov 8, 2021
Alfie Brown, a comedian and podcaster, shares his amusing take on the trials of fatherhood and adulting. He reflects on the comedic failures of attempting to entertain kids at birthday parties and the amusing realization that his DIY skills have yet to improve. Alfie humorously explores the challenges of balancing fitness and parenting while sharing anecdotes about Halloween and hobbies like candle-making. He also discusses the impact of parenting on identity and mental health, all wrapped in his signature wit.
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Children's Party Horror
- Alfie Brown compared a 7-year-old's Halloween birthday party, finding it more difficult than adult comedy gigs.
- Children hit him after he performed silly laughs, adding to the stressful experience.
Werewolf Family
- Chris's business partner, Darren, and his family dressed as werewolves for Halloween, including their dogs.
- Chris jokes about Darren's working-class background despite giving his kids "fancy" names like Ruben, Cooper, and Zara.
Class Mobility and Comedy
- Alfie Brown talks about his friend Vas's class mobility, from Hounslow to enjoying finer things.
- He reflects on his own mother's class journey and how his comedy career ironically reversed his upward mobility.
