Previews + Extras
Vanessa Gonzalez Preview
S1 E2 - 30s
Jesus Trejo follows Austin-based rising comedian Vanessa Gonzalez on a Texan adventure back to her hometown of Laredo. Vanessa shares the humor of her childhood as the daughter of first-generation, Mexican American border patrol agents.
Comic Roots: Family, Homecoming, & Cultural Humor
S1 E2 - 1m 58s
Vanessa Gonzalez discusses her early stand-up material, rooted in her family dynamics and upbringing. She humorously recounts her mother's penchant for sending religious memes and reflects on how her mom and grandma shaped her comedic style. Vanessa shares her nervousness about performing a homecoming show in Laredo, where she plans to challenge stereotypes about immigrant stories with humor.
Laredo Laughs: Vanessa's Hometown Headliner
S1 E2 - 2m 12s
Get ready for Vanessa Gonzalez, headlining with humor and nerve in her hometown. The nerves fuel her fire as she jumps into the spotlight, cracking jokes about exes, customs, and border life, all with a Laredo flair that keeps the crowd roaring.
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