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Apr 12
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The art of vulnerability and connection ...

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Mae Martin is a comedian, improviser, screenwriter, and podcast host. Their work on Netflix includes the stand-up special “Sap” and the aptly-named TV series “Feel Good.” Adam and Mae chat about the value of vulnerability in connection, snapping out of procrastination, shame spirals, and life lessons from the art of improvisation. 


Transcripts for ReThinking are available at go.ted.com/RWAGscripts 


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