In this heartwarming and hilarious episode, Stacey sits down with Alyce Chan—stand-up comedian, speaker, writer, and the powerhouse behind the wildly popular MOMCOMNYC. From her childhood as a shy, second-language learner navigating immigrant family dynamics to commanding the stage at major comedy clubs, Alyce opens up about her journey to self-expression through comedy.
The conversation dives deep into motherhood, intergenerational expectations, cultural identity, and the healing power of laughter. Alyce shares behind-the-scenes stories of her early days performing dirty jokes to classmates, using humor to manage trauma, and the growth of her online platform during COVID-19. She also gets candid about family dynamics, mental load, parenting challenges, and why she named her tour "The P Alone Tour." A must-listen for anyone who’s ever felt overwhelmed by motherhood and craved a good laugh.
What You’ll Learn-
How Alyce transformed childhood silence into a thriving comedy career.
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The origin story of MOMCOMNYC and how Instagram sharpened her comedic voice.
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Why humor can be a survival tool for moms facing daily chaos and guilt.
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How cultural identity, immigrant upbringing, and family dynamics shaped her worldview.
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Alyce’s honest take on parenthood, social expectations, and what really happens on snow days.
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Why kindness, not just talent, matters most when booking her shows.
Alyce Chan is a multifaceted talent: internationally performing stand-up comedian, writer, producer, and the creator of MOMCOMNYC—a viral parenting comedy platform with nearly 200K followers. She's been featured on The Drew Barrymore Show, The Tamron Hall Show, ABC, CTV Radio, Scary Mommy, New York Family, and more. Finalist in the 2023 Boston Comedy Festival, Alyce continues to make waves with her raw, relatable, and irresistibly funny storytelling.
Website: momcom.co Instagram: @momcomnyc YouTube: MOMCOMNYC on YouTube
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