S5E1: Pointless Celebrity & Stand Up Comedian Abigoliah Shamaun

We are BAAACK for another series and we start with our amazing guest Abigoliah Shamaun. With 3 months off in the run up to our big launch of SERIES 5, you'd think Mike would have plenty of time to write the show notes nut no, he forgot it was a thing that had to be done and left it til the night before posting. So AI has done it. Pretty well to be honest. Over to you AI...SummaryIn this episode of the Mildly Controversial Podcast, host Mike Sneddon welcomes stand-up comedian Abigoliah Schamaun. They discuss the evolution of the podcast, Abigoliah's upcoming tour 'Legally Cheeky', and the complexities of social media for creators. The conversation also touches on the importance of community support, experiences on the game show Pointless Celebrities, and the challenges of navigating fame. Abigoliah shares insights about her podcast 'Neurodivergent Moments' and the benefits of understanding ADHD and its diagnosis. In this engaging conversation, Abigoliah Schamaun, Mike Sneddon, and Baz discuss the complexities of self-diagnosis in mental health, the challenges of aging, and the realities of being a creative professional. They explore the stigma around seeking diagnoses, the joys and struggles of getting older, and the often-overlooked business side of pursuing a career in comedy. The discussion is filled with humor, personal anecdotes, and insights into the creative process, making it relatable and thought-provoking for listeners.If you want to see and hear more from Abigoliah, here's all the links....Legally Cheeky tour tickets: https://abigoliah.com/tourYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbigoliahInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abigoliah/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abigoliahNeurodivergent Moments Podcast on all podcast platforms