On this episode of MAV’s Coffee Clarity, we’re sitting down with the inspiring Eryca Nolan, a stand-up comedian, single mom, and storyteller. She produces a female-focused comedy series called *Project HERlarious*, and when she’s not on stage, she’s running UpStreet Smoke, a small catering brand rooted in heritage and community. Whether she’s serving up laughs or plates, it’s all about connection, culture, and showing up fully.
Eryca Nolan shares her powerful story of resilience, creativity, and reinvention—from surviving a cardiac arrest during the height of COVID to launching a thriving catering business and a platform for women in comedy. She reflects on how grief propelled her into motion, how recovery brought clarity, and how giving herself permission to pursue all her passions changed everything.
Erica opens up about navigating motherhood, entrepreneurship, and a 9-to-5 with humor and hustle. She offers wisdom on time and energy management, building community through food and laughter, and why she refuses to be limited by one lane.
Grab your coffee and tune in—it’s one you don’t want to miss! ☕✨
========= "Do the thing.Whatever the thing is, try it, take a step in.”
– Eryca Nolan
Key Beans:
- Do the thing. Whatever your passion is, just start. Dip your toe in the water.
- Grief can become grit. Ground yourself and move with intention.
- You’re allowed to be all things.
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Facebook: @erycanolan & https://www.facebook.com/projectherlarious
Instagram: @erycanolan
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