Light, Life and Limitations

EP02 - Purpose in the Punchlines: Jabari Saeed on Comedy & Growth


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In this episode of Light, Life, and Limitations, host Sharvon Hales interviews Jabari Saeed, a stand-up comedian and improv actor. They discuss Jabari's journey into comedy, the balance between vulnerability and boundaries in his material, the challenges of burnout, and the importance of mental health. Jabari shares insights on reading the audience, the misconceptions about stand-up, and how he combines his marketing skills with his comedy career to create opportunities for himself and others in the Philadelphia comedy scene.00:00 Setting the Stage for Comedy04:47 The Journey to Stand-Up10:26 Balancing Vulnerability and Boundaries15:12 The Role of Content Creation20:25 Navigating Burnout and Priorities25:02 Mental Health and Comedy28:22 Misconceptions About Stand-Up39:00 Reading the Room44:21 Combining Skills for SuccessFollow Jabari Saeed on Instagram: / jabarimadeitLearn more about Sharvon Hales Photography: https://www.sharvon.com/Follow Sharvon on Instagram: / sharvonhales

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Light, Life and LimitationsBy Sharvon Hales