Living Life to the Fullest: Conversations with Musician Laura Doherty. In this episode of This Mortal Life, host Susie welcomes her first guest, children's musician Laura Doherty. Laura shares her inspiring journey of transitioning to a full-time music career at 40 and discusses her experiences in both children's music and adult stand-up comedy. Laura also opens up about the personal challenges she's faced, including caring for her mother with dementia following her father's passing. The episode explores themes of courage, creativity, and resilience while providing practical advice for pursuing one's dreams and dealing with life's hardships. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:06 Laura's Journey to Full-Time Musician 03:01 Advice for Aspiring Musicians 04:42 Inspiration and Songwriting Process 07:01 Laura's New Children's Book 09:32 Exploring Stand-Up Comedy 17:28 Dealing with Personal Challenges 19:28 Caring for a Parent with Dementia 25:07 Conclusion and Where to Find Laura 25:50 Poetic Reflection

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