On today's episode we're talking to Esther Fallick- comedian, actress, writer & activist. We talk about her journey from theatre kid to stand up comic, how her transition has informed her comedy and her career, and how advocacy is baked into her work. 

Timestamps: 

00:00 Introducing Esther Fallick

00:59 Welcome to Glass Slipping

01:47 Bottom Surgery Recovery and Social Connections

04:58 Musical Theater Background

10:59 Disillusionment with Musical Theater

19:55 Transition to Stand-Up Comedy

29:02 Political Aspects of Comedy

33:56 The Intersection of Music and Politics

34:43 The Journey of a Trans Artist

35:15 Navigating the Stand-Up Comedy Scene

35:35 The Struggles and Realities of the Theater Industry

37:37 Finding Fulfillment in Personal Art

44:29 The Power of Speaking Out

54:12 Comedy's Role in Social Commentary

01:06:03 The Importance of Class Consciousness

01:12:58 Future Artistic Endeavors and Goals

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