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A Podcast of One's Own with Julia Gillard

Hannah Gadsby on redefining comedy

Oct 28, 2022
Australian comedian Hannah Gadsby talks about reshaping stand-up comedy with personal revelations on gender, sexuality, and childhood turmoil. She discusses challenges of touring, societal norms, gender expectations, autism awareness, misogyny in art, and the importance of truth and self-delusion.
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  • The traumatic impact of homophobia on Hannah Gadsby during her childhood emphasizes the need to stop the trauma inflicted on children.
  • Hannah Gadsby's show Nanette transformed her approach to comedy, leading to a more vulnerable and open style.

Deep dives

Hannah Gadsby's Touring Life and Challenges

Hannah Gadsby discusses her life on tour, the exhaustion of touring, and the unpredictable nature of COVID-19 restrictions impacting her shows.

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