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Laugh Lines and DNA Ties: Laura High's Donor-Conceived Story Part 1


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We're joined by the incredibly talented Laura High, a stand-up comedian with a unique and compelling story. Laura, a donor-conceived individual, brings a blend of humor and advocacy to the often opaque world of fertility. Her insights and experiences are not only eye-opening but delivered with a wit that makes the complexities of donor conception both understandable and engaging. We also discuss one of our recent guests, Dylan Stone-Miller, another advocate for regulation in the fertility industry. Dylan was a donor in college and knows of 97 bio children currently. Hear his story here!

Laugh Lines and DNA Ties: Laura High's Donor-Conceived Story Part 1

Episode Highlights:

  1. Laura’s discovery of her comedic talent, influenced by Gilda Radner and other comedy legends.
  2. Her journey as a donor-conceived individual, advocating for rights and transparency in the fertility industry.
  3. The humorous yet impactful ways Laura uses her comedic skills in advocacy, including her famous sperm costume.
  4. The significant role of storytelling from various perspectives in donor conception, highlighting the importance of including donors, recipient parents, and donor-conceived individuals.
  5. Laura’s personal experiences with the fertility industry, including the revelation of her genetic background and medical history.
  6. The ethical concerns and loopholes within the fertility industry, and the need for more stringent regulations and transparency.

Guest Bio:

Laura High is a New York actor and comedian. She received her B.A. in Theatre Performance from Nazareth College. Laura has had lead roles on TV shows, and national commercials. Laura performs stand-up comedy at venues like Broadway Comedy Club, Bananas, and headlined Carolines on Broadway. Laura has been featured on the New York Comedy Festival and won the 'Broadly Funny' Divison at the 360 Stand Up Festival. Laura is a rising content creator. Laura has gone viral several times on TikTok and her following has grown exponentially in a short amount of time. Laura writes, produces, and edits all of her own work. 

Guest Links:

Website

Instagram

Resource Mentioned:

  • Federal Fertility Fraud Legislation

Laura's episode is a blend of laughter and learning, providing a unique perspective on donor conception. Her advocacy work, combined with her comedic approach, makes for an enlightening and engaging conversation. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, remember to rate, follow and review Family Twist for more insightful stories like Laura's.

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