After divorce, which stand-up choices really count?
This week I’m joined by comedian, writer, and director Jay Larson, who’s been making audiences laugh for 24 years. When his marriage ended right before the pandemic, Jay made intentional choices to give his kids a different story than the one he grew up with after his parents’ divorce. His story is honest, funny, and so relatable.
As you listen, I invite you to think about your own stand-up choices. Which ones have been hard won? Which ones are you rethinking? Jay’s experience just might mirror something in your own life — whether it’s how you talk about your ex, what you choose to share (or not share) about your divorce, or simply the words you use to describe your life now.
This conversation kept evolving well beyond the questions I asked. Jay talks about the impact of words, what it means to stand up for your kids and your values, and the everyday choices that shape who we are after divorce. It’s funny, vulnerable, and so relatable.
Find out more about Jay:
Website: jaylarsoncomedy.com
Instagram: @jaylarsoncomedy
Twitter/X: @jaylarsoncomedy
Facebook: Jay Larson Comedy
YouTube: Jay Larson Comedy
Podcast: He also co-hosted The CrabFeast and has guested on many comedy podcasts.
Join us November 1–2 for the Happily Divorced Club Fall Virtual Retreat
Over two days you’ll hear from:
Bree Sullivan-Howell on crushing divorce and taking back your power
Phil Weiss on gaining financial clarity and confidence
Aurisha Smolarski, LMFT on creating a holiday game plan with more ease
Riana Malia on moving from stuck to starting over
The retreat is included with membership to the Happily Divorced Club ($14.99 a month). Learn more at https://www.divorcedandhappy.net/about-6
Find Your People in the Happily Divorced Club
The Happily Divorced Club is where community comes alive after divorce. It’s a space to connect, share, and grow with others who truly get it — through book clubs, retreats, meet-ups, and private podcasts. Because life after divorce isn’t meant to be done alone.
Learn more at https://www.divorcedandhappy.net/s-projects-side-by-side
You can also support the podcast by treating yourself to Divorced and Happy Merchandise:
https://www.divorcedandhappy.net/category/all-products
Support the Podcast by Buying Sadie a Coffee:
If you’ve enjoyed the show and want to help keep the good vibes alive, please consider making a $10 (or more) contribution. Every little bit helps bring even more great content your way.
Donating via Buy Me a Coffee (each cup of coffee is $5) at:
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sadiemarie
Follow Sadie on Social Media (IG, FB, Tiktok, Youtube and Pinterest): @sadies@divorcedandhappy
Advertise on the Podcast:
Looking for a fresh way to reach a smart, engaged, and growing audience? Sadie’s Divorced & Happy is a top ranked...
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist
It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.