Episode 53: Kara Robinson — Laughter, Service & Shellshocked Comedy

pisode NameEpisode 53: Kara Robinson — Laughter, Service & Shellshocked ComedyBuzzsprout DescriptionWhat happens when comedy becomes more than just a laugh?In Episode 53 of Who Is Your Hero, Buzz sits down with Kara Robinson — Brisbane comedian, community-minded storyteller, and a driving force behind Shellshocked Comedy, a project helping veterans and their families reconnect through humour, honesty, and shared experience.This is a powerful conversation about far more than stand-up.Kara opens up about her early life in Papua New Guinea, the contrast of growing up around violence and then adjusting to Australia, and how humour can become both a coping mechanism and a bridge between pain and healing.The episode explores: Kara’s path into comedy during Covid  Why veteran humour is so raw, dark, and real  The moment she realised comedy could help veterans open up  The growth of Shellshocked Comedy Why partners and families of veterans need support too  Breaking trauma cycles and building a better future  How laughter can make people feel seen, safe, and not alone This is a raw, honest, and at times hilarious chat about service, resilience, mental health, healing, and the power of human connection.Big plug for Kara’s upcoming Brisbane show:Spirit of ServiceA collaboration between Dog Tag Whiskey and Shellshocked Comedy 🔥 Headlined by Nick Cody 📅 23rd April 🕕 Doors open 6pm 📍 Hoppers Brewing Co, AlbionTickets:Find Kara on Instagram: @kararobinsoncomedian Or search: Spirit of Service Brisbane on EventbriteIf this episode means something to you, share it with someone who needs it.Because sometimes healing doesn’t begin with a big speech…Sometimes it starts with a laugh.Who Is Your Hero — real stories, real people, real resilience.Support the show