About this episode
<p><strong>FIRE LINE:</strong> You're never going to be fully healed from everything, but a work in progress is what you want.</p><p><br></p><p>Jess Hilarious, the dynamic stand-up comedian and co-host of The Breakfast Club, shares her journey of parenting, purpose, and professional evolution. Dive into this episode to understand how resilience defines her legacy and the raw truths behind her success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>WHAT YOU'LL LEARN</strong></p><p>- 3 key reasons for Jess Hilarious's because</p><p>- 6 months to form a bond with her son</p><p>- 2 Baltimore venues that define her career</p><p>- Why "dummy" is a term of endearment</p><p>- The importance of a supportive parenting village</p><p><br></p><p><strong>QUOTES THAT HIT</strong></p><p>"You're never going to be fully healed from everything, but a work in progress is what you want." - Jessica "Jess Hilarious" Moore</p><p>"Legacy is one of the most important things to ever leave behind." - Jessica "Jess Hilarious" Moore</p><p>"Parenting is one of the hardest things. It's just the most challenging thing you could ever do. But it's complex and it's complicated, but it's beautiful." - Jessica "Jess Hilarious" Moore</p><p><br></p><p><strong>CHAPTERS</strong></p><p>00:00 Defining Jess Hilarious's Because</p><p>01:03 The Shared Parenting Purpose</p><p>03:49 Joy Over Happiness in Parenting</p><p>06:25 Jess Hilarious's Breakdown Moment</p><p>13:49 Fear and the Pregnancy Announcement</p><p>22:34 No One is Fully Healed</p><p>25:00 The Baltimore "Dummy" Hot Take</p><p>27:19 Martin Lawrence and The Room</p><p><br></p><p><strong>QUESTIONS THIS EPISODE ANSWERS</strong></p><p>Q: How did Jess Hilarious connect with her son emotionally?</p><p>A: Jess Hilarious describes a moment six months after her son's birth, picking him up while crying, when she felt a deep emotional and mental connection, realizing he was her pride and joy.</p><p><br></p><p>Q: What was the pivotal moment for Jess Hilarious's stand-up career?</p><p>A: The pivotal moment was performing at the Wells Fargo Arena in Baltimore City in 2016, opening for Martin Lawrence in front of 13,000 people, which confirmed her path in stand-up comedy.</p><p><br></p><p>Q: Why is "dummy" a term of endearment in Baltimore?</p><p>A: "Dummy" became a term of endearment in Baltimore starting around 11 years old for Jess Hilarious's generation, used among peers, and signifies a cultural bond rather than an insult.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect & Discover Jess Hilarious:</strong></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jesshilarious_official" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@jesshilarious_official</a></p><p>Website: <a href="http://jesshilariousofficial.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">jesshilariousofficial.com</a></p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JessHilariousofficial/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@JessHilariousofficial</a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDcRbWWkXskfxuH0Hu8Hn0Q" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@jesshilariousofficial</a></p><p>X: <a href="https://x.com/jess_hilarious" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@jess_hilarious</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@jesshilarious_official" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@jesshilarious_official</a></p><p>Book:<a href="https://a.co/d/0aNtkQwy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> “Till Death Do We Parent</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>FOLLOW MICK ON:</strong></p><p><strong>Spotify:</strong><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/2cUp7JRzkVqunYmD2ENe4g?si=786eadd702b14c01" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong> </strong>MickUnplugged</a></p><p><strong>Instagram:</strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mickunplugged/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @mickunplugged </a></p><p><strong>Facebook</strong>:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/mickunplugged/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @mickunplugged</a></p><p><strong>YouTube:</strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@MickUnpluggedPodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @MickUnpluggedPodcast </a></p><p><strong>LinkedIn:</strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickhunt/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @mickhunt </a></p><p><strong>Website</strong>: <a href="http://mickhuntofficial.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MickHuntOfficial.com</a></p><p><strong>Website: </strong><a href="http://howtobeagoodleader.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">howtobeagoodleader.com</a></p><p><strong>Website: </strong><a href="http://leadloudseries.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Leadloudseries.com</a></p><p><strong>Apple</strong>:<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mick-unplugged/id1731755953" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> MickUnplugged</a></p><p><br></p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>