The Alchemy of the Reveal w/ Nalini Sharma

In this episode of Reading the Room, Michael and Bente sit down with LA-based actress, writer, and clown Nalini Sharma — co-creator of the dark comedy Garbage and the international hit Until Death.Nalini has toured her solo work from LA to the Edinburgh Fringe, but it's her work with clowning that truly hits home — choosing the flawless absurdity of being human over the constant audition for perfection.In this episode, we discuss:The Leap: From a sensible scientific path to the unpredictable life of an artist.The Clown: Why clowning is about humanity and vulnerability, not just making people laugh.The Reveal: How Michael's intuitive vision of Nalini hovering above her own performance unlocked something she already knew.The Signal: How to stay grounded and find presence in the messy middle of a creative career.Settle in, trust the absurd, and leave with permission.