In Episode 48 – Alison meets writer, broadcaster and model, Laylah Beattie. They talk about being the Regina George in school, defence mechanisms, favourite Irish murderers, being the first transgender person on First Dates, being targeted by right-wing bloggers, what the food's like at a psychiatric hospital, the patron saint of television and going through a nun's skip.

Keep an eye on Laylah’s upcoming projects by following her on Twitter (@laybeattie) or visiting laylahtalks.com. The eBook mentioned in this episode is available for free at this link.

Alison Spittle does stand-up comedy all the time because there’s no money in it. See alisonspittle.com or her Twitter for the latest and for more information about tour dates.

Come to the next live recording of The Alison Spittle Show podcast with special guests comedian Tara Flynn and Your One Nikita creator Aoife Dooley. It’s on Saturday March 3rd in the Workman’s Club in Dublin. Tickets still available.

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