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Big Stuff With Danielle Colley
The Floating Prison of Shame: How Bombing on Stage Became My Superpower
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Jordana Borensztajn, a comedian, communication expert and mentalist, joins the show to share how her most humiliating moments became the fuel for her career. From bombing so badly on a cruise ship that an elderly passenger told her to get off while she was still at sea, to being escorted off Facebook’s campus in a giant Like costume, Jordana reveals how comedy, curiosity and creativity helped her transform embarrassment into influence and resilience.
In this episode, we explore the surprising psychology behind stage presence, why humor can be healing and the grounding techniques that help calm nerves before high-stakes moments. Jordana also breaks down mentalism’s insights on human connection, the 4-2-4 breathing method and how following joy, not perfection, is the secret to authentic communication. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone facing fear of judgment, imposter syndrome or the pressure to perform.
Connect with Jordana Borensztajn:
Website: jordanab.com.au
Instagram: @jordanaborensztajn
Book Website: littlebooks.biz
00:00 Introduction to the Floating Prison of Shame
00:30 Meet Jordana Borensztajn: From Journalist to Comedian
02:06 The Challenge of Standup Comedy
03:49 The Worst Date Ever: A Comedy Catalyst
05:22 The Healing Power of Laughter
07:58 The Floating Prison of Shame: A Cruise Ship Disaster
12:07 Lessons from Bombing on Stage
14:27 The Importance of Authentic Connection
16:46 Embracing the Messy and Chaotic
17:19 The Power of Imagination and Play
23:16 Discovering Mentalism During Lockdown
25:09 The Magic of Mentalism and Human Connection
32:30 The Quest to Meet Mark Zuckerberg
33:42 The Giant Costume Quest Begins
34:24 Meeting Tech Icons at Dallas Digital Summit
35:01 The Facebook Headquarters Adventure
35:25 Facing Fear and Embracing the Experience
38:12 The Aftermath and Realizations
40:45 Grounding Techniques for Public Speaking
48:17 Resilience and Creativity in Comedy
52:49 Visionaries and Overcoming Fear
56:50 The Power of Joy and Embracing Mistakes
59:59 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans
01:02:18 Final Reflections and Podcast Outro