Deborah Frances-White is an Australian stand up comedienne, writer and actor who also offer corporate training on subjects such as inclusion, charisma and diversity. She also hosts the podcasts The Gword and Global Pillage. Recently, she became a consultant for the YouTube channel The Odd Fellow. The Odd Fellow is an internet series based on interviewing people from all walks of life in all sorts of settings.
During one episode, Frances-White discusses her experience of being labeled “fag” by her ex-boyfriend because she was slightly taller than him. She relates how this experience led to her exploring alternative means of expressing herself through comedy. She discovered that she could be funny without needing to use big words or mimic someone else’s style. This led her to become an award winning stand up comedian with over 30 years experience.
In recent years, she has ventured into the world of mentoring, coaching and advising. Her latest project is a book entitled Do You Love Your Money? What’s Your Money Doing? It’s about loving yourself more and having more patience with money struggles.. While there are those who believe height difference should be accepted, there are also those who believe there is no reason to be embarrassed about being of a certain stature. The Odd Gentleman showcases the opinions and perspectives of both sides of this debate. It also provides a forum for passionate people who believe that being tall is nothing to be ashamed of. It is a well-produced and informative podcast that provides insightful advice from an unlikely source.