<p>BAFTA-winning writer and comedian <strong>Sophie Willan</strong> joins Mo Gilligan for a brutally honest and hilarious conversation about turning real life chaos into award-winning TV.</p><p></p><p>From <strong>getting expelled from school after turning up drunk in a bikini</strong>, to building the hit series <strong>Alma’s Not Normal</strong>, Sophie opens up about the moments that shaped her career — including how her grandma inspired her creativity, the reality of writing a TV series from scratch, and why becoming a mother has completely changed how she looks at work.</p><p></p><p>Mo and Sophie also dive into stand-up nerves, Edinburgh comedy memories, growing up in Bolton, and the gritty early days of chasing a creative career.</p><p></p><p>Expect laughs, honesty, and a proper behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to turn life experience into comedy gold.</p><p></p><p><strong>Topics in this episode:</strong></p><p></p><ul><li>Becoming a BAFTA-winning writer</li><li>Sophie Willan’s chaotic teenage years</li><li>The truth about writing TV shows</li><li>Edinburgh comedy circuit stories</li><li>Parenthood and creativity</li><li>Why stand-up comics are built differently</li></ul><br/><p></p><p>Subscribe for more conversations with the biggest voices in comedy, culture and entertainment.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>