Brit Stueven sits down with Kaitlin Schmidt — third-grade teacher, artist, mom of two, and first-time stand-up comic — about taking the mic at the debut of Not Til Now.
Kaitlin shares the unexpected journey that led her to the stage, including a recent ADHD diagnosis that helped her make sense of years of chaotic energy, creative thinking, and unfinished to-do lists. What started as a personal realization eventually became the heart of her comedy set.
In this conversation, Kaitlin talks about overcoming her fear of public speaking, the surprisingly meticulous process of writing jokes, and what it felt like to perform stand-up for the very first time in front of a packed room.
She also reflects on the validation of hearing a crowd laugh at stories that once felt overwhelming — and how that night opened the door to new confidence and possibility.
This episode is for anyone who has ever wondered if it’s too late to try something brave…or finally figure out how their brain works.
🎥 Watch Kaitlin’s Full Performance
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq1ucEhHCPM
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Not Til Now is a live event and creative platform celebrating firsts — first-time stand-up, first-time storytelling, and first-time performing a long-held dream. Created and hosted by Brit Stueven in Denver, Colorado.
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