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Moms Are Not FunnyAuthor: Jen Richardson, Christine Hall
Wannabe comics, Christine Hall and Jen Richardson, interview comedians about the moms that inspired them. Whether it's their own mom, their wives, friends, themselves or Kitty from that 70s Show. They talk about their favourite mom comedians, sitcom moms and more! Language: en Genres: Comedy, Comedy Interviews Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Martha O'Neill, the Queen's purse
Episode 14
Wednesday, 26 May, 2021
Martha O’Neill’s wry, often edgy comedy is at odds with her laid-back, likeable stage presence; a combination which has made her an audience favourite wherever she performs.This Toronto native spent the first 10 years of her comedy career performing improv and sketch, but shifted her focus to stand-up 16 years ago and hasn’t looked back since.She performs regularly at the Absolute Comedy chain of clubs, at corporate/private events and has performed all over Canada, and as far away as Dublin and London. Television appearances include a stand-up special, “No Kidding” on iChannel, “The Mom Show” on the Slice Network and “Come Dine With Me Canada” on W Network. She is also a busy voice actor and former on-air personality at 105.9 The Region (serving York Region).Martha was nominated for a 2009 Canadian Comedy Award for “Best Stand- Up Newcomer”, has competed in both the 2010 and 2012 “World Series of Comedy” in Las Vegas and was a performer in the 2013 She Devil Comedy Festival in New York City.From 2013-2018, Martha was the Executive Producer of SheDot Festival (Toronto’s Festival of Funny Women) and continues to produce shows highlighting women in comedy.She recently released her first comedy album “Fine Big Girl”, available everywhere!We spoke about a number thing:Like how she's a b-word on ciderHer dad calling her standup shows skitchesWhat's in the queens purse?That she was a HUGE fanilowHer Irish mother-in-lawAnd so much more! Find her here:https://twitter.com/Martha_ONeillhttps://www.instagram.com/martha_oneill/
