{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Taran's Parallel Universe","title":"Paddy McDonnell: Injury Sparks Comedy Career","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/a212c5de\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1656,"description":"A sudden, violent incident can derail your life, forcing you down an unforeseen path of despair and deep depression. What do you do when the world you knew collapses and leaves you struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder?Paddy McDonnell’s journey to becoming a full-time, arena-selling comedian was anything but traditional, starting with a life-changing finger injury that forced him to confront his mental health and find a new purpose. In this hilarious and honest episode, Paddy shares unbelievable stories from his past as a carpenter, doorman, and black taxi driver, detailing how a viral lockdown video exploded his career, leading to sold-out shows and sharing a stage with comedy titans.This week, Taran welcomes the brilliant Paddy McDonnell, a Northern Irish comedian who has sold out major venues like the Ulster Hall, The Waterfront Hall, and the SSE Arena [bio]. Known for his razor-sharp observations and turning everyday chaos into comedy gold, Paddy is one of Belfast's finest and most energetic acts.THINGS WE SPOKE ABOUTFrom carpentry to black taxi drivingDoor job injury led to PTSDStand-up comedy saved Paddy’s lifeViral stag do story during lockdownLife as a priest and Kevin HartGUEST DETAILS Paddy McDonnell is a professional Northern Irish comedian from West Belfast. He is celebrated for his razor-sharp observational comedy, often drawing from his experiences as a former taxi man, husband, and father. McDonnell quickly rose to supporting acts like Des Bishop and Ardal O’Hanlon, has produced five successful one-man shows including the 5-star reviewed Dagger, and has sold out major solo headline shows at Belfast venues such as the Ulster Hall and the SSE ArenaConnect with Paddy: https://www.instagram.com/paddythedaggerHOST INFORMATIONTaran O'Sullivan is the dynamic, authentic, and highly relatable shooting star in Irish media. A familiar and beloved presence on RTÉ 2FM, catch her weekdays on the hit Laura Fox Show. Taran effortlessly connects with...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/CJH_m_zOlXCJs3BklyOuvUxc5TkdkVIwfo8m2pAZc38/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wMDdj/MjZmOTkzMzM4YjRk/OTA3NTNlNzliYjZl/M2Q1MC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}