UnCabaret's Godmother of Alternative Comedy: A Conversation with Beth Lapides

Discover the inspiration behind UnCabaret, the legendary and revolutionary comedy show that's been around for over 25 years, as creator Beth Lapides joins us to share her story. Hear about her experiences in the entertainment industry, from Sex and the City to Will & Grace, and find out why she turned down the chance to appear on Oprah Winfrey's talk show. My guest, Beth Lapides, and I discuss: Beth Lapides, the critically acclaimed author of "So You Need To Decide", named one of Vulture's best comedy books of 2022 Beth is the creator, host, and executive producer of the revolutionary UnCabaret, which has been entertaining audiences for over 25 years with its weekly live shows, TV, CD's, streaming, and touring. Discover the inspiration behind UnCabaret and why The LA Times referred to Beth as the 'godmother of alternative comedy'. Hear about Beth's experience filming an episode of Sex in the City and her guest role on the TV show Will & Grace. Learn about Beth's surprising run for First Lady of the United States in 1992. Beth's podcast, 'Life and Beth' Beth's new show, 'It's a Lot!' Find out why Beth turned down an offer to appear on Oprah Winfrey's talk show. and so much more! You're going to love my conversation with Beth Lapides Beth's website Beth's book: So You Need to Decide Beth's Instagram Beth's Substack Beth's Twitter Beth's Facebook UnCabaret on Twitter UnCabaret website UnCabaret Instagram UnCabaret on Facebook UnCabaret on YouTube Follow Jeff Dwoskin (host): Jeff Dwoskin on Twitter The Jeff Dwoskin Show podcast on Twitter Podcast website Podcast on Instagram Join my mailing list Buy me a coffee (support the show) Subscribe to my Youtube channel (watch Crossing the Streams!) Yes, the show used to be called Live from Detroit: The Jeff Dwoskin Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.