Chelsea Devantez: From Comedy Writing to Overcoming Domestic Violence

Writer and comedian Chelsea Devantez took a unique approach in writing her funny and honest new book, I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This: She started off with her most difficult story and promised readers that things will get better and funnier as they go along. Chelsea talks with me about how she landed the job of head writer on “The Problem with Jon Stewart,” the daily affirmations she uses every morning, her love of celebrity memoirs (the trashier the better), and finding comedy and peace in the wake of domestic violence.

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Group Text is a podcast hosted by Melissa Rivers where she shares her thoughts on whatever she and her friends are texting about. This includes everything from fashion on the Red Carpet, to the annoying number of “reboots”, to being an empty nester, and so much more. If you want to hear the unvarnished truth from some of the funniest and best in the business, you won’t want to miss this!

(00:00 - 01:00) Welcome Chelsea Devantez To Group Text
(02:00 - 03:00) Self-Doubt and Daily Affirmations
(03:00 - 04:00) Chelsea’s Background and Early Life
(04:00 - 05:00) Growing Up and Family Dynamics
(05:00 - 06:00) Finding Out About Her Father
(06:00 - 07:00) Pursuing Writing and Comedy
(07:00 - 09:00) Second City and Comedy Career
(09:00 - 10:00) Life on a Cruise Ship
(10:00 - 12:00) Starting the Glamorous Trash Podcast
(12:00 - 14:00) What Makes a Good Celebrity Memoir
(14:00 - 16:00) Challenges in Writing Memoirs
(16:00 - 18:00) Chelsea’s Journey in TV Writing
(18:00 - 21:00) Moving to LA and Writing for TV
(21:00 - 23:00) Selling Her First Show
(23:00 - 26:00) Chelsea’s Book and Unique Structure
(26:00 - 28:00) Open Discussion on Domestic Violence
(28:00 - 32:00) Female Friendships and Challenges
(32:00 - 36:00) Entertainment Industry Insights
(36:00 - 42:00) Current Projects and Personal Life
(42:00 - 43:00) Closing Remarks

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