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Roots of Comedy With Jesus Trejo

Comic Roots: Family, Homecoming, & Cultural Humor

Vanessa Gonzalez discusses her early stand-up material, rooted in her family dynamics and upbringing. She humorously recounts her mother's penchant for sending religious memes and reflects on how her mom and grandma shaped her comedic style. Vanessa shares her nervousness about performing a homecoming show in Laredo, where she plans to challenge stereotypes about immigrant stories with humor.

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Sierra Katow
25:25
In his hometown of Los Angeles, Jesus meets up with Asian-American actor and comedian Sierra Katow.
Adam Pasi
25:26
In Portland Oregon, Jesus connects with Samoan comedian, Adam Pasi.
Tatanka Means
25:25
Jesus travels to Chinle, Arizona, to meet Native American comedian and actor Tatanka Means.
Eeland Stribling
25:25
Jesus meets environmental biologist and comedian Eeland Stribling in Denver, Colorado.
Vanessa Gonzalez
25:25
Jesus heads to Austin and the U.S. border town of Laredo, Texas, to meet Vanessa Gonzalez.
Ali Sultan
25:25
In Minneapolis, Jesus meets Yemeni comic Ali Sultan who opens up about his mental health.
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