Solo Spotlight Ep 46 | Alex Jocko: Balancing Comedy, Family & Producing Edmonton’s Funniest Shows

In this Solo Spotlight episode, Ryan sits down with comedian, producer, and instructor Alex Jocko for a hilarious and raw conversation about the comedy grind, motherhood, and the art of hosting shows that keep Edmonton laughing. From her theatre roots to co-running Canada’s longest-running free comedy show, Alex shares the unfiltered truth about building a career in stand-up while juggling family life.

We dive into:

🎭 Her journey from musical theatre to stand-up

👩‍👦 Balancing motherhood with late-night comedy gigs

🎟 Producing shows like Underdog Comedy, The Standup Show, and Help, I’m Joking

📏 Building a tight five, crowd work, and stage presence

💬 How comedians find their voice and handle hecklers

🔥 The hidden challenges of being a woman in comedy

If you’ve ever wanted to know  ...