Jessica Silver is a standup comedian based in Manhattan.

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(00:00) Dreaming of New York City

(03:12) Moving From Virginia to NYC

(06:20) Late 20s in the City

(08:15) Childhood Trouble and Shyness

(11:02) College Acting and Comedy Interest

(13:40) First Stand-Up Class and Debut

(16:25) Overcoming Stage Nerves

(19:18) Finding Her Comedy Style

(23:05) Writing Challenges and Creative Flow

(27:42) Growing in NYC’s Comedy Scene

(31:30) Raunchy Humor and Family Influence

(35:10) Introverts in Stand-Up Comedy

(38:18) Defining Success in Comedy

(41:02) NYC’s Supportive Comedy Community

(43:10) Advice for Aspiring Comics