Show Notes for "Let's Talk: Passion & Purpose"Host: Nicole ThomasSpecial Guest: Laura Canty-SamuelWhere to Listen: Spreaker Podcast Live, Spotify, and iHeart MediaEpisode OverviewOn Let's Talk: Passion & Purpose, host Nicole Thomas welcomes the dynamic and accomplished Laura Canty-Samuel, a four-time Emmy-nominated TV writer, award-winning comedian, and Co-Artistic Director of the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater (UCB) in NYC. This inspiring conversation dives into Laura's creative journey, her passion for storytelling, and how she balances a thriving career in comedy, writing, and the arts while inspiring others to live purposefully.About Laura Canty-SamuelLaura Canty-Samuel is a powerhouse in the entertainment industry. She is a:Four-time Emmy-Nominated TV Writer whose credits include Sesame Street, Mecha Builders, and The Not Too Late Show with Elmo.Award-winning Comedian who has performed at festivals such as the Women in Comedy Festival and the Devil Cup Festival.Co-Artistic Director of the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater in NYC, where she champions diverse voices in comedy.Her accolades include being a NYC Power Player in Arts and Culture and winning the Big Apple Film Festival with her animated pilot, That Dirty B!. Laura is also a writer for the award-winning children's podcast Once Upon A Beat with Tinkercast/Wondery and a driving force in the Black sketch comedy movement as a founding member of Ninjas Assemble.Key Discussion PointsHow Laura discovered her passion for comedy and storytelling.The challenges and triumphs of navigating a competitive entertainment industry.The importance of diversity and inclusion in the arts.Advice for aspiring writers and performers on living a purposeful, creative life.Connect with Laura Canty-SamuelSocial Media: FACEBOOK, IG AND LINKED-INProjects: Once Upon A Beat podcast, UCB Theater productions, and Sesame Studios.Call to ActionDon't miss Laura Canty-Samuel as she shares her wisdom, humor, and insights on living a life fueled by passion and purpose.Be sure to subscribe, like, and leave a review to support Let’s Talk: Passion & Purpose with Nicole Thomas!

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