

Tiffany Haddish
Jan 8, 2015
Comedian/actress Tiffany Haddish discusses her journey to comedy through family turmoil and the LA foster care system. They touch on her mother's mental disabilities, misconceptions about brain injuries, and the impact of traumatic experiences on humanity. Haddish also shares humorous anecdotes about education, tampons, and a violent incident from her teenage years. The conversation ends with a discussion on stand-up comedy in Long Beach and the importance of courage.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Tiffany Haddish's Childhood and Family
04:18 • 18min
Mother's Choices, Kingdom Hall, and Foster Care
22:41 • 4min
Misconceptions About Brain Injuries
26:22 • 23min
Lack of Education and Frustration
49:46 • 8min
A Traumatic Experience from Teenage Years
57:58 • 4min
Impact of Traumatic Experiences on Humanity
01:02:19 • 10min
Stand-up comedy in Long Beach and being courageous on the show
01:12:48 • 5min