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Helen Anderson's avatar

Years ago when I went to my 10 year high school reunion I went around and asked everyone what they were doing for work. I thought I was just making conversation but years later I realized that probably made a lot of people uncomfortable. I'm glad you noted it's well intended. And thanks for sharing what it's like to take the big, bold step of doing comedy full time.

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Dalaina Heiberg's avatar

I just missed my 20-year but probably would have still asked everyone the same question haha. It’s so baked in!

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Helen Anderson's avatar

David’s article is helping us all do better. Thanks, David!

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David Calkins's avatar

Before I left my work I did the same thing! I definitely don’t fault anyone for asking, it’s baked into our culture.

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Dalaina Heiberg's avatar

That’s right!

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Dalaina Heiberg's avatar

That graph map thingy made me LOL

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David Calkins's avatar

It’s like that whole thing in a fraction of a second in my brain 😂

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Dalaina Heiberg's avatar

YES, mine too

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