138. Tig Notaro Returns: Clown Cars and Lesbian Party Buses
Jul 22, 2024
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Comedy legends Mike Birbiglia and Tig Notaro share hilarious and heartwarming stories, from Tig coming out to her children to a wild lesbian party bus adventure with Sarah Paulson. They discuss finding comedic voices, unexpected attractions, and mishaps on a clown costume-filled parenting journey.
Finding your own comedic voice is inevitable in comedy.
Parenting challenges and reflections can be humorous and complex.
Deep dives
Tig Notaro's Recent Projects and Tour Schedule
Tig Notaro discusses her recent special 'Hello Again' directed by her wife, Stephanie Allen, which was nominated for an Emmy. She mentions her podcast 'Handsome' and a documentary on queer stand-up comedy. Tig shares her tour schedule, including various cities where she will be performing, highlighting her ongoing engagement with live shows and upcoming events.
Storytelling and Personal Anecdotes
Throughout the podcast, Tig Notaro showcases her storytelling skills by sharing engaging anecdotes, such as a humorous incident involving miscommunication about someone's height and a comical scenario where her brother falls into a grave during a funeral. These anecdotes highlight Tig's unique perspective on life and her ability to find humor in unexpected situations.
Parenting Challenges and Reflections
Tig and Mike engage in a candid conversation about parenting challenges and reflections. They discuss the complexities of raising children, including humorous misunderstandings like Tig's kids not realizing she is gay. Tig and Mike share personal experiences that reflect the evolving dynamics and emotional depth involved in navigating parenthood.
Lessons on Self-Acceptance and Understanding
In a heartfelt moment, Tig shares a touching story about her father's realization and apology, acknowledging not fully understanding his child's aspirations. This narrative underscores the importance of self-acceptance, empathy, and learning from past mistakes. It resonates with themes of growth, forgiveness, and the powerful impact of familial relationships.
Mike welcomes back old friend and Working It Out hall of famer Tig Notaro. They discuss the inevitability of finding your own comedic voice, how Tig had to come out as gay to her own children, and the time her brother fell into her stepfather’s grave. All that, plus tales from Tig’s lesbian party bus with Sarah Paulson and Allison Janney.