Deanne Smith, a comedian who started their career in the most unconventional ways. From teaching English in Mexico to discovering their comedic voice in Montreal, Deanne shares their journey with a blend of humor and honesty. This episode is not just about laughs; it's a deep dive into how political influences and life experiences shape a comedian's craft. Join us as Deanne opens up about the challenges and triumphs of being a comedian across different cultures. Show Highlights: A Unique Comedy Journey: Delving into the roots of their comedy career, Deanne reveals how they transitioned from teaching English in Mexico to embracing stand-up comedy in Montreal. This section provides a glimpse into the varied paths leading to a career in comedy. Political Influences and Movements: Deanne discusses the role of political motivations in their moves across countries and offers a candid view of their understanding of democracy's reality. Comedy Across Borders: The conversation takes a turn into exploring the comedy scenes in different countries. Deanne sheds light on the expectations and styles unique to Canada and Australia, providing insight into the global comedy landscape. Embracing Public Failures and Successes: Listen to Deanne Smith's reflections on the nature of comedy, emphasizing the importance of audience reactions and the public nature of a comedian's journey, including both successes and failures. Specials and Viral Hits: Deanne speaks about their specials, including "Gentleman Elf" on Netflix, and their album "Chiweenie and a Tank Top." The segment explores the process behind these works and their reception. A Comedian's View on Money and Commerce: In a candid discussion, Deanne expresses their discomfort with the commercial aspects of comedy, revealing a personal perspective on the intersection of art and commerce. Looking Back and Moving Forward: Reflecting on past projects like "The Adventures of Tiny Pineapple" and their thoughts on reviving their podcast, Deanne Smith gives listeners a peek into their creative process and future plans.   You're going to love my conversation with Deanne Smith Website Instagram Twitter Album: Chiweenie in a Tanktop Video: The Adventures of Tiny Pineapple Video: What women want Watch on Netflix: Canda Comedians of the World (30 min special)    Follow Jeff Dwoskin (host): Jeff Dwoskin on Twitter The Jeff Dwoskin Show podcast on Twitter Podcast website Podcast on Instagram Join my mailing list Buy me a coffee (support the show) Subscribe to my Youtube channel (watch Crossing the Streams!) Yes, the show used to be called Live from Detroit: The Jeff Dwoskin Show Love the books I talk about on the show? Here is my Amazon store to shop.