'CLAIRE PARLETTE' - Just Have Fun

Claire Parlette is a comedian & producer working in Chicago, Illinois! She produces FOUR shows! Those shows would be: WIGS, Comedy and Caviar, Late Night at the Lodge, & Hecklers Happy Hour 💯 make your way to one of these monthly events and allow today's guest to show you how it's done 😎 this was a seriously fun episode to film! Shoutout to Claire for being awesome 🙌In this episode, we discuss how Claire found stand-up through her improv journey, the origin story of WIGS, why we need to reprogram ourselves out of negative thoughts, how growth is never linear (& how to handle that), finding and embracing your unique style, and much more! 🔥_______TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - The importance of authenticity in comedy and music1:17 - Introduction to the podcast and guest Claire Parlette2:01 - Claire’s comedy origin story and influences3:34 - The role of physicality and expression in comedy5:18 - Challenges of improv and learning to find a comedic voice7:02 - The importance of making big choices in performance9:50 - Confidence, social anxiety, and overcoming fear in comedy12:41 - Stand-up versus improv and the appeal of individual performance16:18 - Audience reactions and how to stay confident on stage22:45 - Growth in comedy is not linear—handling ups and downs24:43 - Practical advice for improving as a comedian30:04 - Embracing your unique comedic style despite self-doubt35:40 - The emotional struggles of comedians and the importance of mental health42:14 - Therapy, self-discovery, and overcoming self-doubt46:56 - Reprogramming negative thoughts and self-sabotage51:07 - The power of optimism and seeing the best in others56:06 - Comedy as a space for both joy and struggle1:02:15 - The importance of collaboration and feedback in artistic growth1:09:52 - Turning personal interests into successful comedy shows1:17:17 - Claire’s comedy shows: Wigs and Comedy & Caviar1:25:00 - The power of unique show formats in the comedy scene1:32:07 - Final words of encouragement and social media plugs