Join host Sarah Grynberg in a heartfelt and hilarious conversation with one of Australia’s most beloved comedians, Geraldine Hickey, on Stories of Us. Hailing from Albury, New South Wales, Geraldine takes us on her journey from the charming regional town where she grew up to the bustling comedy scene of Melbourne.

In this episode, Geraldine shares her humble beginnings, reflecting on the supportive yet identity-challenged atmosphere of Albury, where she first discovered her love for drama. She recounts the pivotal moments that led her to comedy, including a life-changing encounter with comedian Peter Helliar and a nudge from her mother that pushed her to enter the RAW Comedy competition.

The conversation delves into the profound grief experienced when a loved one passes from dementia, describing it as a "long goodbye." Geraldine reflects on her father's final days, the solace of knowing he was at peace, and the mixed emotions of relief and sorrow that come with the end of such a challenging journey.

Geraldine also touches on the recent loss of her close friend and fellow comedian, Cal Wilson. She shares the emotional process of dealing with sudden illness and the support system of friends that helped her through the grieving period.

Geraldine talks about her comedy show "Don't Tease Me About My Gloves," inspired by her diagnosis of Raynaud's phenomenon. She humorously explains the trials of living with this condition, from the initial shock to the practical adjustments she had to make. The show serves as a broader commentary on grief, both for the small daily losses and the monumental life changes.

You can find Geraldine’s Tour Dates at: https://linktr.ee/GeraldineHickey

And if you’ve enjoyed hearing Geraldine’s story today and would like to listen to another Aussie comedy legend - check out our episode with Newcastle’s own Rhys Nicholson here: https://listnr.com/podcasts/stories-of-us/episodes/rhys-nicholson-on-having-a-bad-gig-in-front-of-the?utm_source=listnr&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=internal_share&utm_content=f7657954-164a-4388-b6ef-e53c17109df6%3B381713c1-8315-4b13-ad76-b0d7017d4794

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