The latest podcast episode features comedian, writer and social commentator Michele A'Court. Michele reflects on her career in comedy, challenges as a woman in a male-dominated industry, experiences with harassment, the impact of the #MeToo movement, and the importance of collaboration and support networks. The episode explores self-doubt, personal growth, activism, and identity in Aotearoa. The conversation mixes humour, vulnerability, and insight, highlighting how personal experiences, community support, and continuous learning shape both careers and social change.

Winner of “Female Comedian of the Decade” at the 2010 NZ Comedy Guild Awards and the 2015 Reilly Award for Excellence in Comedy, Michèle’s international experience as a stand-up comedian includes work in the United States, Canada, the UK, Australia, Papua New Guinea and East Timor. She is a regular guest entertainer on the cruise ship circuit.

Michele has also worked as a corporate MC, entertainer and keynote speaker for 25 years, becoming one of New Zealand’s most in-demand hosts for business awards and leadership hui. Her clients include lawyers, financial advisers, social service providers, the tourism industry, and boutique spirits makers.

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