Stand-Up Comedian Titi Lee Talks TikTok and Ali Wong - Anything Goes With JL Ep5

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Jenny gets into it with Taiwanese American stand-up comedian Titi Lee on this episode of Anything Goes With JL! Tune in for a great time and see what’s happening at this hip bar in Tainan, Taiwan, where Jenny meets up with comedian Titi Lee to discuss their upcoming stand-up show “Good Girl Gone Baddie” and much more! Lee is a successful comedian who has appeared on shows such as “Curb Your Enthusiasm” and “A Little Late With Lilly Singh.” Now, the comedian is going solo, performing live shows and even making viral TikTok comedy videos. Lee gets into the nitty gritty of life as a Taiwanese comic, including their parents’ reaction to Lee’s career choice and how Lee navigates cultural differences when performing for audiences around the world. Their nonbinary and bisexual identities present challenges when writing jokes for diverse crowds, but Lee also plays with these identities and incorporates them into their acts. One of Lee’s most popular TikTok videos is an impression of world-famous comedian Ali Wong, which Jenny convinces Lee to reenact for this episode. How does Jenny rate the performance? Find out on this week’s episode of Anything Goes With JL!

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Anything Goes with JL

Host Jenny Luo brings her curiosity and playful energy to explore Taiwan’s most exciting people, places, and events. Going beyond the island’s image as a tech hub, the series introduces global audiences to a vibrant, welcoming Taiwan filled with creativity, culture, and fun experiences worth discov