Show Notes
Sophie Duker is a comedian, writer, improviser, and storyteller whose fearless, sharp, and subversive comedy has earned her sellout shows across the world, along with a nomination for Best Newcomer 2019 and a spot on Taskmaster! We discuss:
why financial awareness is essential for new comedians how visibility can be both empowering and exhausting the unique challenges Black women face in comedy why staying bold matters even when people judge and we find out if Sophie Duker is happy….
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Catch Up with Sophie: You can keep up-to-date with Sophie on Instagram, @sophiedukebox If you're heading to the Melbourne Comedy Festival in March/April, make sure to go and see The Sophie Duker Show!
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