Lawyer, Doctor or Dead: Sikisa and the Party Ghost

We Can Be Weirdos

Global

Philosophy, Society & Culture, Religion & Spirituality, Spirituality

4.9 • 736 Ratings

🗓️ 30 May 2025

⏱️ 61 minutes

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Summary

Sikisa, is a dynamic British stand-up comedian, writer, producer, and qualified immigration lawyer. Born in South London and having spent part of her early life in Barbados, she brings a rich blend of cultural perspectives to her work.

Sikisa's comedy often explores themes of race, class, and identity, delivered with an infectious energy and authenticity. Her unique style has earned her appearances on notable TV shows such as "Live at the Apollo," "Jonathan Ross' Comedy Club," and "The Stand Up Sketch Show" . She has also been featured on various radio programs and podcasts, including BBC Radio 4's "Museum of Curiosity" and the "Off Menu" podcast .

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0:00.0	When we're little, we don't overthink things.
0:02.2	We're brave, confident, we laugh and ask questions.
0:04.9	And play.
0:05.9	And play.
0:06.9	So why stop there?
0:08.2	Just because we're adults, it shouldn't mean we stop trying new things.
0:11.5	For me, starting a career in early years has meant not just a new job, but new skills, new friends.
0:16.9	Like me?
0:17.7	Yes, and a new sense of purpose.
0:20.1	All that, and I can earn while I learn right here in London.
0:23.3	Yay, painting next.
0:24.7	Do something big.
0:26.1	Work with small children.
0:27.6	Click the banner to get started.
0:32.1	This is a Global Player Original podcast.
0:37.1	Warning! The following podcast contains strong language, bizarre theories,
0:41.3	unexplainable experiences, and a kick-ass nightclub in hell.
0:45.3	It may not be suitable for younger weirdos.
0:48.3	My job is sometimes life or death, and to know that and to have that realization nowadays is quite hard to be like,
0:58.8	oh, I'm actually dealing with someone's life.
1:29.5	Oh, I'm actually doing it with someone's life. Hello and welcome to another episode of We Can Be Weirdos. This is the show that believes that everyone, no matter how rational they may think they are, harbors a little bit of bad shit in them,
1:34.3	and that that is no bad thing. My name is Dan Schreiber and today I'm coming to you from
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