Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out 147. Hannah Gadsby Returns: Shake the Tree
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Oct 14, 2024 Hannah Gadsby, an acclaimed Australian comedian known for her groundbreaking Netflix specials, joins Mike for a lively chat. They dive into her new solo show 'Woof!' and share an uncomfortable encounter with Anna Kendrick. Gadsby discusses the struggle of balancing contradictory ideas in creativity and the importance of sensory experiences. They also humorously ponder the infamous question if that dingo really ate a baby, reflecting on the intersection of comedy and personal identity throughout their journey.
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Time and Neurodiversity
- Online arguments about time perception stem from differing brain functions.
- The internet's binary nature hinders nuanced discussions about neurodiversity.
Woof's Evolution
- Hannah Gadsby's show, Woof, evolved throughout its run.
- It started as letters to Barbara Streisand and explored parasocial relationships.
Shake the Tree
- "Shake the tree" on new ideas to test their validity.
- See what aspects remain solid and which ones fall away.