Lawyers-turned-comics Revolutionize Political Discourse Through Laughter

Finishing up the 2024 leg of their “Together We Might” comedy tour just one day before the US presidential election, attorneys Jasmine Burton and Elizabeth Booker Houston masterfully blend their legal expertise with stand-up comedy to tackle complex social issues, from healthcare reform to racial justice.

The episode explores their unique paths to comedy — Jasmine’s journey coinciding with her sobriety, and Elizabeth drawing inspiration from the “Kings of Comedy.” Through personal stories, including Elizabeth’s powerful use of dark humor to process her brother’s murder and childhood health issues, they demonstrate how comedy can transform pain into purpose.

Both comediennes share insights on balancing their professional lives, with Jasmine discussing the realities of juggling dating, work and comedy, while Elizabeth tackles parenthood, wifedom and the importance of support networks. Their partnership showcases the power of creative collaboration in making political topics accessible and engaging to the masses.

Listen to this powerful episode to learn how these remarkable women are using humor and a touch of Black Girl Magic to break down barriers, challenge systemic issues, and create meaningful conversations about politics and social justice.

Featured Guests:
Jasmine Burton and Elizabeth Booker Houston
Links:
Instagram @jazzyybeatss and @bookersquared

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Jacqueline Lara

I'm a creative, an entrepreneur and CEO of Mpact PR, a public relations firm based in the Washington, DC Metro area.

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