From hauling loads in 7CSSB to dropping punchlines on stage—Kara Robinson’s journey is anything but ordinary.
In this episode of The Grey Man Podcast, Harley sits down with Kara Robinson: Army veteran, stand-up comic, and the force behind the annual comedy event Shellshocked. Kara opens up about her unconventional path, from growing up in Papua New Guinea and navigating tough Australian neighbourhoods to serving as a Truck Driver in the Australian Army.
Kara shares the "messy" reality of her transition—from studying aviation to navigating the roles of wife and mother, and finally finding her voice behind the mic. With her signature chaotic humour, she dives into the realities of living with ADHD, the struggle of the writing process, and her mission to build spaces where veterans can laugh, connect, and process their experiences through comedy.
💥 ABOUT SHELLSHOCKED: Shellshocked is a veteran-run comedy show that gives 100% of profits to mental health charities. Learn more: shellshocked.com.au
🎭 ABOUT SNAFU: Kara also performs with SNAFU, a comedy collective dedicated to amplifying neurodivergent and veteran voices.
In this episode, we cover: Life in 7CSSB: The reality of being a truck driver in the Army. Identity Shifts: From aviation student to mother, veteran, and comedian. ADHD & Creativity: How neurodivergence fuels (and complicates) the comedy process. Shellshocked Comedy: Building a platform for veteran healing through laughter. Finding Your Voice: The power of being raw, honest, and "messy."
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