Patti Vasquez is joined by Ariel Julie, founder and artistic director of the Windy City Comedy Fest, August 7-10.

Julie discussed the festival's inception, which began with a fundraising show at the Den Theater last August. Festival events include stand-up shows at various venues, workshops on the business of comedy, storytelling, social media branding, and physical comedy, and an after-party. Comedians from across the U.S. and Canada will participate. Workshops are free but require registration and include a suggested donation. The festival aims to foster a collaborative, educational, and entertaining atmosphere for comedians and fans alike.

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