My Lady Parts
A Life Fighting Stereotypes
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Doon Mackichan
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Doon Mackichan
About this listen
Doon Mackichan is best known for her comedy characters in the hugely popular Brass Eye, Smack the Pony and Toast of London – but throughout her career there are parts she’s refused to take and roles she’s been forced to play.
The Feisty Feminist. The Hot Lesbian. The Desperate Cougar.
In My Lady Parts, Doon shares her experience on stage, screen and in real life, examining how our culture still expects women to adhere to certain stereotypes – and punishes those who don’t. Doon looks at the stories we are telling and asks: what do these roles we give women tell us about their value in the society we live in? How do we hold our heads up without fear and say no to those that objectify us?
The Deranged Mother. The Stupid Tart. The Hag.
This is a courageous, vulnerable and empowering account of being a woman in an industry that has been exposed for its deep-rooted sexism. It is, above all, a call to reflect on – and radically rework – the implications such attitudes have for future generations.
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- Nicola B
- 07-01-24
What a life!
incredibly told, beautifully written. it’s so entertaining and interesting, doon mackichan is an incredible woman and role model i have to say
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- Kevin Shand
- 06-10-24
Not Funny But Bittersweet
Not sure what I expected but it wasn't this. I was sitting listening to the story of her sons leukemia when I wondered why my shirt was wet had to go home and get shopping later. Well written and read but a bit too bitter and not sugar coated
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- Grammy
- 15-09-24
How accurate and fearless she is.
Doon putting into words my jumbled thoughts on stereotypes, mysoginy and younger people having to live with social media and the anxiety produced therein.
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- Lorna
- 30-01-24
Inspiring, moving, empowering and frustrating
As a woman entering the comedy industry, it was fascinating to hear the iconic Doon's story and thoughts on the industry and its still urgent need for change. Thank you for writing this and for all your amazing work x
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- Mikey C
- 01-10-24
Laugh out loud funny but then heartbreakingly sad.
Laugh out loud funny but then heartbreakingly sad.
A little short but maybe they’ll be more in the future?
But no mention of the Currency Susan…..
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- Anonymous User
- 25-09-23
A Tour de force
Missed my tram stop, transformed my weekend, uncompromisingly honest, unpausable listening. Whole heartedly recommended. Bravissima Doon!
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- Eamonn Bull
- 14-03-24
I've learnt a lot about women injustices in the arts
fabulous life story ...so much thrown at Doon and she's survived. Great fan of Two Doors Down which Doon didn't mention ( unless my headphones skipped a chapter on holiday ! ) But I believe in the context of the book it didn't need to be. Hopefully Doon will one day write another and mention the modern classic comedy of Two Doors ...
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- Get Your Frocks Off!
- 15-09-24
Thank god for Doon!
Feisty, unapologetic, honest, warm, at times heartbreaking- and humorous. And very inspirational. I worked in UK comedy (peripherally) around the time of Smack the Pony. And found it largely an uncomfortable place (with a few notable exceptions). I remember classism and intellectual snobbery more than sexism but I think that was partly me being young and naive. (There was a very uncomfortable moment at a party with two of the men Doon references). So, although it’s really personal for me, it’s still a fab listen for anyone. She tells a great story and skewers attitudes and downright appalling behaviour with a brilliantly intelligent and witty aim.
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- Another Thing
- 20-09-24
Fucking great
Bollock kickingly necessary. Honest. A reminder to stay brave. Good to hear it in her own voice. Thanks Doon!
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- Lucy Petrie
- 08-12-23
A lady apart
Beautifully written and read. Such frustration at the patriarchy of 80’s comedy and bravery at sticking to beliefs. Very moving and hilarious observations of a life well lived so far.
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