I'm Laughing Because I'm Crying

Standup Comedy Meets Searing Self-Reflection

Written byYoungmi Mayer

Narrated byYoungmi Mayer

Length8h10m

Release dateNovember 12, 2024

GenreBiographies & Memoirs, Cultural & Regional, LGBTQ+

Languageenglish

★★★★☆ 4.8 (233 ratings)

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Author	Youngmi Mayer
Narrator	Youngmi Mayer
Runtime	8h10m
Published	November 12, 2024
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.8 / 5 (233 ratings)
Categories	Biographies & Memoirs, Cultural & Regional, LGBTQ+, Parenting & Families, Literature & Fiction, Essays, Relationships, Parenting & Personal Development, Relationships, Comedy & Humor
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

‘I’m Laughing Because I’m Crying’ is a compelling blend of memoir and standup comedy, where Youngmi Mayer fearlessly explores her identity as an Asian-American woman. This audiobook offers a raw, unfiltered look at her journey from a tumultuous childhood in Korea to navigating the complexities of whiteness, gender, and sexuality in America. The narration is both personal and humorous, making this memoir not just a listen but a laugh-out-loud experience that delves deep into personal truths.

Tags: memoirstandup comedyidentityAsian-Americanself-reflection

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Youngmi Mayer’s narration is nothing short of stellar; her voice weaves seamlessly between candid laughter and profound introspection. Each anecdote feels intimate, as if she’s sharing a secret in your ear. The audiobook's pacing is perfect, balancing light-hearted moments with heavier emotional weight without ever losing momentum. However, some may find the humor to be hit-and-miss, which can momentarily pull them out of the narrative. Despite this, Mayer’s unapologetic storytelling style makes for an incredibly engaging listen, inviting listeners into a deeply personal journey that is both hilarious and heart-wrenching.

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