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Episode 17: Conversation with Amanda Brooke Perrin
Episode 17: Conversation with Amanda Brooke Perrin
Episode 17: Conversation with Amanda Brooke Perrin
Tuesday 6th April 2021
Amanda Brooke Perrin discusses her sobriety journey, comedy career, and life in LA with Becca on The Unashamed Alcoholic podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Amanda Brooke Perrin: Sobriety, Comedy, and Life in LA
I think a lot about being, if it was My First Year and I was trying to do this, like how different that would be to like be joining a zoom where you don't know anyone and like I'm joining my group who I would see in person.
Imagine navigating the bustling comedy scene of Los Angeles while maintaining sobriety. That's exactly what Amanda Brooke Perrin, a writer and comedian from Canada, shares in this episode of The Unashamed Alcoholic. Becca sits down with Amanda to discuss her journey to sobriety and how she's managed to stay alcohol-free in a city that never seems to sleep.
Amanda opens up about the challenges she faced within the comedian community, where emotions are often masked by humor, making it tough to address serious issues like alcoholism. She talks about how comedians like Paula Tompkins and John Mulaney, who have publicly discussed their own sobriety, inspired her to break the stigma surrounding the word 'alcoholic'.
The conversation also delves into the unique struggles of maintaining sobriety during the COVID-19 pandemic, including dealing with Zoom fatigue and the crucial role of fellowship. Amanda highlights how sobriety has transformed her life, giving her newfound empathy for herself and others. With laughter and genuine insights, Amanda and Becca make this episode both engaging and enlightening. Tune in for an inspiring chat that sheds light on the importance of breaking stereotypes and finding support in unexpected places.