EP 131: Sarah Boston: Veterinarian And Stand-up Comedian

Second Act Actors

In this conversation, Sarah Boston and Janet McMordie discuss the challenges of balancing a whimsical career path with a day job. They explore the pressure to excel in one thing and the fear of losing edge in a profession. They also touch on the desire to be good at everything and the struggle of being mediocre at two things. The conversation highlights the importance of artists supporting other artists and the value of being a supportive audience. Sarah shares her excitement about her upcoming performance at the Guelph Fringe and discusses her podcast, Co-Medicine, which focuses on healthcare professionals who are involved in comedy.

Takeaways

• Balancing a whimsical career path with a day job can be challenging, but it's important to find a balance that allows for pursuing creative passions while also meeting practical needs.
• The pressure to excel in one thing and the fear of losing edge in a profession can create internal conflicts, but it's important to remember that it's possible to be good at multiple things.
• Being a supportive audience member and supporting other artists is crucial in the creative community.
• It's important to let go of jokes or ideas that don't work and to embrace failure as an opportunity for growth and learning.

Dr. Boston's podcast: https://www.drsarahboston.com/comedicine-podcast

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