<description> &lt;p&gt;This week on The Creative Boom Podcast, our host Katy Cowan welcomes &lt;a href="https://www.joeparsons.co/" target="_blank"&gt;Joseph Parsons&lt;/a&gt;, a graphic designer by day and &lt;a href="https://www.josephparsons.co.uk/" target="_blank"&gt;stand-up comedian&lt;/a&gt; by night. In this lively and candid conversation, they explore Joseph's unconventional journey from the structured design world to the unpredictable comedy stage.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Joseph opens up about how his dual careers have shaped his creative path, shedding light on the challenges of juggling freelance graphic design with the demands of stand-up. They discuss the resilience needed to thrive in live performance, the analytical process behind crafting comedy, and the lessons both fields offer about embracing failure and personal growth.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The discussion also dives deeper into modern dating pressures, the influence of social media on comedy, and how humour can be a surprising ally in tackling serious topics. Joseph shares a glimpse into his upcoming stand-up tour, &lt;a href="https://www.josephparsons.co.uk/tour" target="_blank"&gt;Redesigned&lt;/a&gt;, which combines his experiences in design and comedy into a relatable and hilarious narrative. Along the way, they reflect on themes of identity, family dynamics, and the importance of finding joy in every step of the creative process.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;For any discerning creative navigating the highs and lows of a career in design or anyone curious about balancing two professions, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and plenty of laughs.&lt;/p&gt; </description>

The Creative Boom Podcast

Creative Boom

141. Re-designing Life: From graphic designer to stand-up comedian, with Joseph Parsons

DEC 9, 202467 MIN
The Creative Boom Podcast

141. Re-designing Life: From graphic designer to stand-up comedian, with Joseph Parsons

DEC 9, 202467 MIN

Description

<p>This week on The Creative Boom Podcast, our host Katy Cowan welcomes <a href="https://www.joeparsons.co/" target="_blank">Joseph Parsons</a>, a graphic designer by day and <a href="https://www.josephparsons.co.uk/" target="_blank">stand-up comedian</a> by night. In this lively and candid conversation, they explore Joseph's unconventional journey from the structured design world to the unpredictable comedy stage.</p> <p>Joseph opens up about how his dual careers have shaped his creative path, shedding light on the challenges of juggling freelance graphic design with the demands of stand-up. They discuss the resilience needed to thrive in live performance, the analytical process behind crafting comedy, and the lessons both fields offer about embracing failure and personal growth.</p> <p>The discussion also dives deeper into modern dating pressures, the influence of social media on comedy, and how humour can be a surprising ally in tackling serious topics. Joseph shares a glimpse into his upcoming stand-up tour, <a href="https://www.josephparsons.co.uk/tour" target="_blank">Redesigned</a>, which combines his experiences in design and comedy into a relatable and hilarious narrative. Along the way, they reflect on themes of identity, family dynamics, and the importance of finding joy in every step of the creative process.</p> <p>For any discerning creative navigating the highs and lows of a career in design or anyone curious about balancing two professions, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and plenty of laughs.</p>