Stefania Licari joins Steve Otis Gunn for a thoughtful and engaging conversation about carving out a path from medicine into stand-up. Stefania reflects on the turning point that led her to step away from a traditional medical career and how her background still quietly shapes the way she sees the worldโand her comedy. She also looks back on her experiences at the Edinburgh Fringe, sharing the realities of bringing a solo show to life, the pressures of performing, and what those early runs taught her about finding her voice.
Originally released under the podcast's former name: Television Times.
Stefania Licari is an Italian comedian and NHS doctor based in the UK, renowned for her unique blend of medical insight and sharp comedic timing. She gained recognition for her debut solo show, Medico, which debuted at the Edinburgh Fringe, offering a hysterical and moving exploration of the medical world, immigration, and what it means to become British. Following the success of Medico, Stefania returned to the Edinburgh Fringe with her second solo show, Trust Me, I'm a Comedian. In this performance, she draws on her experience as an NHS doctor, first-generation migrant, comedian, and occasional endurance runner to explore the role of women in today's world. Stefania's work continues to captivate audiences with her unforgettable characters, sharp wit, and personal storytelling.โ
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Host: Steve Otis Gunn
Guest: Stefania Licari
Duration: 30 minutes
Release Date: 4 May 2024
Season: 2, Episode 14
All music written by Steve Otis Gunn
My book 'You Shot My Dog and I Love You' is available in bookstores & online
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