Episode 55: Michael Shafar

An episode of the Borderline Podcast Disorder by Levy Lupu podcast, hosted by Levy Lupu, titled "Episode 55: Michael Shafar" was published on October 7, 2024 and runs 62 minutes.

October 7, 2024 ·62m · Borderline Podcast Disorder by Levy Lupu

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In this conversation, Michael Shafar (@michaelshafar) discusses his journey from Australia to London, the challenges of starting comedy in a new scene, and the cultural differences he encountered. He reflects on his upbringing as a Jewish person in Australia, the support of his family in pursuing comedy, and how personal struggles, including a battle with cancer, have shaped his comedic voice. Michael emphasizes the importance of addressing tension in the room and using humor to process trauma, ultimately finding strength and confidence in his experiences. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this conversation, Michael Shafar (@michaelshafar) discusses his journey from Australia to London, the challenges of starting comedy in a new scene, and the cultural differences he encountered. He reflects on his upbringing as a Jewish person in Australia, the support of his family in pursuing comedy, and how personal struggles, including a battle with cancer, have shaped his comedic voice. Michael emphasizes the importance of addressing tension in the room and using humor to process trauma, ultimately finding strength and confidence in his experiences.

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