This week, Beth's guest is comedian Mae Martin. Mae is has accolades across different comedy genres, radio shows, a book and musical comedy. Most recently, Mae starred in 'Feel Good' a semi-autobiographical show about her life that she also wrote for Channel 4/Netflix.Beth and Mae discuss her battle with addiction, why honesty is important in comedy, how society perceives sex and gender and what it was like acting for the first time.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Feedback and ideas for future videos/podcasts are always welcomed! Email theroarcast@bethroars.comSupport the Podcast----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Episode Highlights:01.01 - What is Mae’s worst ever job?02.32 - How did Mae Martin get into comedy?03.22 - What journey has Mae had with Musical Comedy? 04.48 - Is feeling comfortable in the job you do learned or something you’re naturally born with?05.27 - Mae speaks about her semi-autobiographical TV show Feel Good and how did she approach acting in it?07.47 - How did Mae find it performing in a show that was based on events in her real life?08.39 - How much does addiction apply to everyone and where do they stem from12.00 - What does Mae hope people take away from Feel Good? Does she think it’s important for art to have a wider societal point?14.00 - Quickfire Round15.07 - Fun Fact15.53 - Mae speaks about her book ‘Can Everyone Please Calm Down? A guide to 21st Century Sexuality’ 18.35 - How much has the public perception on sexuality changed in recent years?20.41 - Does Mae doubt her direction or her work?22.12 - If Mae could wake up tomorrow having gained one quality or ability, what would it be?22.52 - Does Mae Martin feel successful? What defines success?25.24 - What has been Mae’s biggest challenge?26.15 - What does Mae want to do next? 27.07 - Does Mae believe in fate or choice?----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Resources Mentioned:Beth Roars: Website YouTube  Instagram Twitter  Facebook Patreon Mae Martin: Website  YouTube Instagram Twitter Facebook  Ace Ventura, Jim CarreyFeel Good, Charlotte Ritchie (actress), Joe Hampson (co-writer of Feel Good) Dope (Mae’s Stand Up Show)French & Saunders, Mighty BooshThe Second City - Tina Fey, Mike Myers, Steve Carell Mae's Book: Can Everyone Please Calm Down? A 21st Century Guide to Sexuality Early Access to the Podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.