EP043 - Tennis to Stand-Up: Battling Pressure, Injury & Finding Purpose in Comedy | Kushi Venkatesh
Description
What happens when a promising tennis career is cut short by injury, pressure, and burnout—and is reborn on the comedy stage?This conversation explores the journey of an athlete transitioning from tennis to comedy, highlighting the challenges of injuries, parental pressure, and the dynamics of coaching. The speaker shares personal experiences of dislocating their shoulder, the emotional toll of competitive sports, and the eventual shift towards pursuing a career in comedy.
The discussion emphasizes the importance of mental health, the impact of family support, and the lessons learned through both sports and performance art. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the challenges and experiences of performing comedy in Adelaide, the significance of the Fringe festival, and the supportive nature of the comedy community. They discuss the transition from tennis to comedy, the importance of parental support, and future aspirations in the comedy scene, including the desire to perform on platforms like Taskmaster.#tennis #injuries #parentalpressure #coaching #comedy #athlete #journey #mentalhealth #sportstransition #personalgrowth #parentalsupport #standupcomedy #PowerPointcomedy
00:00 The Journey of Injuries and Recovery05:51 Parental Pressure and Expectations11:52 The Role of Coaching and Family Dynamics17:56 Transitioning from Tennis to Comedy34:21 The Comedy Scene in Adelaide39:00 Navigating the Fringe Experience44:01 The Supportive Comedy Community49:10 Parental Support and Concerns54:16 Transferring Skills from Tennis to Comedy56:06 Future Aspirations in Comedy
United States
