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Shaparak Khorsandi
Gain a fresh perspective on diversity, mental health, and everyday sexism with Shappi Khorsandi, speaker, comedian, host and social commentator.
Shappi (Shaparak) Khorsandi is a highly accomplished satirist comedian who skilfully uses humour to address significant issues such as racism and human rights. With a remarkable record of sold-out shows and prestigious awards, she has established herself as a prominent figure in the comedy industry. Shappi has appeared on various UK comedy shows and reality programmes, including the popular show "I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here." She is a regular performer at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Her incisive social observations and comedic style caught the attention of BBC Radio 4, leading to her show on the network. Shappi's exceptional career has earned her honorary degrees and numerous awards.
Shappi remains a sought-after comedian on the stand-up circuit and writes a weekly column for the Independent. She is frequently invited to corporate events to discuss sexism, cultural diversity, and mental wellbeing. Shappi's speaking topics encompass the power of humour, diversity and cultural differences, mental health and wellbeing, and unveiling everyday sexism.
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Shaparak Khorsandi delivers stand-up comedy rooted in sharp social observation, drawing on her own experiences to address racism, cultural diversity, and sexism. Her sets blend personal narrative with satirical commentary, a format she also brings to corporate events alongside her weekly column writing for the Independent.
Shaparak Khorsandi performs stand-up comedy and corporate after-dinner entertainment, covering racism, cultural diversity, mental wellbeing, and everyday sexism for corporate and live audiences. She is a regular performer at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and a weekly columnist for the Independent, with television credits including I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here.
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