Episode:004

Aparna Nancherla & Debbie Millman – “Aha!” moments, the magic of connection, and finding courage instead of passion

SUMMARY

Comedian and writer, Aparna Nancherla, and writer, educator, and artist, Debbie Millman, talk about their “Aha!” moments, the magic of connecting with our audiences, and why finding our courage is more important than finding our passion. Plus Debbie reveals her past performance experience!

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SHOW NOTES

Recorded live at Wythe Hotel on April 19, 2016, as part of The Great Discontent Live series. Hosts Tina Essmaker and Brad Smith talk to comedian and writer, Aparna Nancherla, and writer, educator, and artist, Debbie Millman, about their “Aha!” moments, what happens when we connect with our audiences, and why finding your courage is more important than finding your passion. Plus Debbie reveals her past performance experience!

 

This episode was produced by The Great Discontent, Wayward Wild, and Benjamin Welch.

 

Photo of Aparna & Debbie by Julia Hembree