Nov. 29, 2025

How to launch a second act in life, with comedian Zarna Garg

How to launch a second act in life, with comedian Zarna Garg
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How to launch a second act in life, with comedian Zarna Garg

The stand-up comedian explores her journey from motherhood to comedy and how her daughter turned business partner is helping shape her second act.

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From starting a tomato sauce company to launching matchmaking services, Zarna Garg’s entrepreneurial spirit has always been on display. But when daughter Zoya Garg dragged her to an open-mic event and introduced her mother to the world of stand-up comedy, the older Garg seemed skeptical.

Fast-forward six years later. Now, Zarna Garg has streaming comedy specials, a best-selling book and millions of followers on social media.

Host Elahe Izadi spoke with Zarna and Zoya at The Washington Post’s Global Women’s Summit. Before a live audience, the three explore Zarna’s journey to finding comedy, the changing face of the industry on social media, and how it’s never too late to launch a second act in life.

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