This week we are joined by Jilberto Soto! Jilberto is a first-generation Mexican American comedian who produces and runs two standout comedy shows:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/purpleparkcomedy/?hl=en"> Purple Park Comedy</a>, which spotlights rising POC and female comics, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mariposascomedy/">Mariposas Comedy</a>, an all-queer showcase. Jilberto is also the host of<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3xKcnuGLMh1tHfU72Kid6T"> I Hope This Ages Well</a>, a podcast where he interviews fascinating seniors in NYC, and co-hosts <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/together-were-straight-podcast/id1787216756">Together We’re Straight</a> with Liz Glazer. He has opened for Ralph Barbosa and has been featured at the New York Comedy Festival (2022-2024), Netflix Is a Joke Fest, and Limestone Comedy Festival in 2024. He was also a finalist in the NYC Queer Comedy Festival.In this episode, Jilberto shares his journey of self-discovery, cultural identity, and the challenges of moving to New York during the pandemic. The discussion touches on the importance of therapy, family support, and the impact of media representation on personal identity. Jilberto also opens up about his experiences with dyslexia, coming out to his family, and how comedy serves as a platform for cultural commentary. The conversation highlights the complexities of navigating life as a member of the LGBTQ community while embracing one's heritage and identity. Recommendations From This Episode: <a href="https://alone-at-lunch.simplecast.com/episodes/alone-being-a-goof-at-camp-with-julia-lindon-IA9rHtl6">Alone Being A Goof At Camp with Julia Lindon</a> - Season 3, Episode 32<a href="https://www.johnseabrook.com/the-spinach-king">The Spinach King</a>Follow Jilberto: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jilbertos/?hl=en">@jilbertos</a>Follow Carly: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/carlyjmontag/?hl=en">@carlyjmontag</a>Follow Emily:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thefunnywalsh/?hl=en"> @thefunnywalsh</a>Follow the podcast:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/aloneatlunchpod/?hl=en"> @aloneatlunchpod</a>Please rate and review the podcast! Spread the word! Tell your friends! Email us: <a href="mailto:aloneatlunch@gmail.com">aloneatlunch@gmail.com</a> Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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