As we call into session this meeting of the Fantastic Story Society, we are thrilled to induct a new member. Her life as a writer and performer has evolved on stage in front of an audience, from Leprechauno to pregnant party girl to mamacita, the diaper diva. She’s a staple of Chicago radio, having hosted shows on the city’s biggest stations. You can currently drive home with here everyday at WCPT 820am. You also might catch her on the random episode of the series Chicago Fire. Oh & she even ran for public office recently and is an advocate for individuals with disabilities. She also started With Kind Words, an organization that provides consultation for healthcare providers. She’s kind of done it all. She’s fearless. She’s the newest member of the Fantastic Story Society. Welcome, Patti Vasquez!

Time Stamps:
0:00 - Comedy Countdown
3:29 - Who is Patti Vasquez
6:37 - Patti Vasquez’s origin story
11:45 - Patti’s first open mic
15:08 - Finding your voice/character on stage
20:30 - Gender and power dynamics in comedy
23:10 - Writing and pitching methods
30:03 - Getting high-level meetings
32:54 - Writing without living in LA
36:15 - dealing with nerves
39:10 - lessons learned
45:00 - weirdest place to perform
46:46 - bridging standup to writing for TV
52:20 - transition from stage to radio
57:10 - future goals
59:55 - “With Kind Words”
1:02:15 - conclusion