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Episode 8 - Jazmyn w
Summary
Jazmyn W and I used to work together in the same company until we both decided to pursue our passion. In this episode, we’ll learn more about her jump from HR to comedy and how she has adapted her comedy career during quarantine. We’ll also get deep and personal about her experience with stereotypes as a black woman, both in her career and personal life. She’ll enlighten us about black history and give advice on how we can play a role in counteracting systemic racism, particularly, how we can support Black Lives Matter.
Questions and Time Stamp
Scan your resume [1:26]
Why did you decide to go into comedy? [4:41]
Were there times when you were at CBS and you wanted to make an inappropriate joke, but you had to bite your tongue? [5:48]
How many bad jokes do you have to go through to get a good one? [6:31]
Have you ever delivered a joke on stage, that in your head you think it’s going to be so funny, and you said it, but no one laughed? [7:12]
Would you say that being a comedian is your career now? [7:42]
So going from HR and going into comedy, were you afraid of failure or afraid if this is the right career choice?. Do you ever have that internal dialogue with yourself? [8:15]
How do you define success in your career? [10:35]
Would you say that you’re a confident person? [14:27]
Do you have to be confident as a comedian?* [12:11]
What’s more important: being confident or being your authentic self on stage? [13:49]
How confident are you? [14:28]
Do you feel that you’re more confident now as a comedian? [15:52]
What made you more confident? [15:56]
How would you describe yourself in terms of race, ethnicity, gender, generation and so on? [17:04]
Can you tell me more about what it was like to grow up in your household? [18:23]
What were some lessons taught or values your parents instilled in you? [20:50]
What stereotypes do you feel have been placed on you in your career? [24:18]
Have people ever said “why are you so angry?” [24:52]
Why do you think people say that or believe that [“you're angry”], when you’re just talking or speaking the truth and being your authentic self, but some people still say you have an attitude? [25:56]
How would you explain Black Lives Matter to people who are thinking that all lives matter? [26:41]
What can we do to help break this cycle of oppression and systemic racism? [34:06]
Can you tell me more about colorism? [42:04]
What about the term microaggressions? [44:54]
LIGHTNING ROUND
What advice would you give someone who is trying to figure out what career path to take? [54:15]
What advice would you give someone who wants to take action and show support for Black Lives Matter, but doesn't know where to start? [55:47]
Any books, resources, articles you recommend people to check out? [56:49]
What’s a bit of advice that you have for people who want to go into the arts or want to become a comedian? [57:39]
Tell us more about your podcast, your instagram and YouTube channel and where we can check you out. [58:42]
Resource Links
The Mother of Black Hollywood: A Memoir by Jennifer Lewis
Resources Archive - Black Lives Matter
A List of Resources to Supporting the Black Lives Matter Movement
Guest Bio
Jazmyn W is a comedian and content creator based in Los Angeles. She has been featured on Amazon Prime, Revolt TV, and has shared the stage with Deray Davis, toured with Faizon Love, and is booked to open for Martin Lawrence on the 2020 LIT AF Tour.
Hosted by
Jessica Nguyen
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