Talks at Google Zarna Garg | This American Woman: A One-In-A-Billion Memoir
Jun 24, 2025
Zarna Garg, an award-winning comedian, author, and producer, shares her incredible journey from homelessness in Mumbai to becoming a celebrated stand-up comic in New York. She discusses how humor helped her transition from a stay-at-home mom to a performer. The conversation touches on the challenges of parenting in a digital age, the importance of authenticity in both comedy and life, and the creative process that fuels her work. Zarna also highlights the power of community and connection among women, infused with her signature wit.
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Learning Comedy by Googling Jokes
- Zarna Garg once learned about jokes by Googling "what is a joke?" to prepare for stand-up comedy.
- She started comedy cold turkey, initially told her mother-in-law jokes, and learned the technical structure of jokes online.
Embrace Change Like a Puzzle
- Embrace change and see pivots as puzzles waiting to be solved.
- Don't fear failure because most people are too busy with their own lives to judge you harshly.
Control Intentions in Humor
- Be intentional with joke writing by controlling your intentions, not others' reactions.
- Humor coming from a loving place can empower people to set boundaries and celebrate cultural nuances.
