Picture this: it’s five minutes before curtain at a major international festival. You’re the only person on stage for a 40-minute solo show. And you’re on the bathroom floor, projectile vomiting.

In this raw and unforgettable episode, I share the true story of performing my one-woman show Safety Banana under extreme physical stress and what it taught me about presence, preparation, and pushing through fear. From a broken tap shoe to blood dripping down my arm, this wasn’t just about "the show must go on." It was about being so prepared that your body can take over when your mind wants to give up.

If you’ve ever felt like nerves, imposter syndrome, or physical limitations might stop you from showing up powerfully, this one’s for you.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why preparation isn’t just about knowing your lines. It’s about knowing them in your body

• How performance and presence rely on resilience and rehearsal

• What to do when things don’t go as planned on stage (or in life)

• Why your audience doesn’t know what you didn’t plan and how that works in your favor

🎧 Listen now to hear how I got through that show, and what it means for how you show up in high-stakes moments.

👉 Ready to command the room, even under pressure? Follow the podcast, share this episode with a friend who performs or presents, and DM me your biggest takeaway over on Instagram @jacindapatty. Let’s keep building your presence, confidence, and impact one story at a time.