Writer, actor, comedian, and podcast host Jenny Yang joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about pizza, conspiracy theories, immigrant family expectations, overachievement, and learning how to enjoy the process instead of chasing the next goal.
Jenny shares why she's finally creating her first stand-up special after years of personal loss, including two miscarriages, multiple rounds of IVF, and the death of her father. She reflects on growing up in a Taiwanese immigrant family, how becoming hyper-independent shaped her career, and why comedy became both an outlet and a path toward healing.
Along the way, the conversation takes plenty of delightful detours; from Neapolitan pizza and backyard pizza ovens to student government, ADHD, true crime, and the surprising connection between making people laugh and winning elections.
Jenny talks about:
Why she's finally recording her first hour-long stand-up special
Processing grief after years of infertility and loss
Growing up in a Taiwanese immigrant household and becoming fiercely independent
The hidden emotional cost of being the "overachiever"
Learning to enjoy the creative process instead of obsessing over outcomes
Her obsession with pizza, pasta, and Italian food culture
How student government unexpectedly launched her comedy career
Why she believes understanding humanity (even its darkest parts) makes us better people
Making friendship bracelets while unpacking perfectionism, purpose, and joy
Bracelets from this episode benefit the Women's Reproductive Rights Assistance Project (WRRAP), with 100% of proceeds donated to support their work.
Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause.
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