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I'm Quitting Alcohol
I'm Quitting Alcohol, is a 5 minute daily podcast by comedian David Boyle. Join Boyle as he transitions from Alcoholic maniac to sober lunatic and attempts to process the past 20 years of booze soaked mayhem. To listen from DAY 1 head to SPOTIFY....
8:17•17 Feb 2022
David Boyle's Comedy Festival Chronicles: Sobriety, Promotion, and Laughter
“I wanna get to the point where I can say tickets are selling fast, and I'm not lying.”
Ever wondered what it's like to juggle sobriety and stand-up comedy? In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', comedian David Boyle offers a raw and humorous glimpse into his life as he prepares for the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Boyle doesn't hold back as he candidly shares the ups and downs of promoting his show, touching on everything from the financial strains to the emotional rollercoaster of self-promotion.
He even takes a jab at the festival itself, calling it a 'money laundering scam', and sings praises for the Edinburgh Free Festival as a more genuine alternative. As he revisits his old stand-up sets, Boyle's struggle to find humor in the chaos of promotion becomes a central theme. Despite the challenges, his authenticity and wit shine through, making this episode a must-listen for anyone curious about the behind-the-scenes world of comedy and sobriety.
Whether you're in Melbourne or just need a good laugh, tune in to hear Boyle's unique take on balancing a career in comedy with the journey of staying sober.
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