Asian Not Asian In Da Club
Oct 13, 2025
Alyce Chan, a comedian and mom known for her relatable humor as 'MomCom NYC,' joins to discuss the realities of parenting while pursuing a comedy career. She shares her journey from childhood performances to navigating life with kids and returning to the stage post-pandemic. The conversation touches on clubbing in your 40s, how parenting affects gig choices, and the humor found in perimenopause. Alyce emphasizes the importance of authenticity in her material and encourages midlife creativity, all while balancing her daily duties and making connections through social media.
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Childhood Pitch Turned Comedy Seed
- Alyce Chan recalls being seven and telling her dad to divorce her mom to stop their fighting.
- The suggestion shocked her and shut her down, which she frames as an early comedic moment.
Creativity From Familial Conflict
- Alyce and Mic note that kids from fighting households often become creative problem-solvers.
- They argue that loneliness and lack of parental attention spur imaginative coping strategies.
Early Joke-Book Bootcamp
- Alyce studied a joke book of