Julia Scotti Talks Comedy Specials, ‘America’s Got Talent’, and The Power of Honesty and Age, Plus Advice for Stand-Up Beginners - Episode 502

Comedian Julia Scotti joins Nancy to discuss age and gender in the comedy world, her Showtime special More Funny Women of a Certain Age, and her career journey—including the experience of becoming a quarter finalist and fan favorite on Season 11 of America’s Got Talent and the impact of revealing her personal story of becoming a woman of transgendered experience via the primetime stage (1:20). Plus, Nancy talks with Arcade Comedy Theater manager and comedian Jason Clark about the common mistakes new comics make onstage and off (21:00) and why early branding strategy can be crucial to leaving the best footprint as you tiptoe into the business. Watch the trailer: More Funny Women of a Certain Age. Check out Julia Scotti’s comedy album Hello Boys…I’m Back. Find out more about segment sponsor the Finding Brave podcast (0:59, 20:48). Visit Nancy’s website.