Patti Vasquez is joined in studio by comedian and writer Janice Rodriguez, producer of the 5th Annual Latina Comedy Festival, October 1-3 at Chicago's Lincoln Lodge. Patti will perform on opening night. Get your tickets today: https://latinacomedyfestival.com/tickets.

The conversation highlighted Janice's work building an inclusive comedy festival and creating more opportunities for Latina and women comedians. Here are a few key points from the interview:
- Janice founded the Latina Comedy Festival with Las Locas Comedy; it grew from a single 2022 show into its fifth annual festival.
- The festival features comedians from across North America, including English, bilingual, and Spanish-language shows.
- Programming includes themed events such as a moms’ show, an LGBTQ show, and a lotería show.
- Janice emphasized connecting comedians, building supportive touring networks, and giving performers longer sets and access to larger stages.
- The conversation identified ongoing barriers in Chicago comedy, including intense competition and limited booking opportunities for women and Latinas.

Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).

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