Leanne Morgan, a comedian who has carved out a unique career path, champions issues critically important to women and embraces her femininity in an industry frequently enough dominated by men. Her comedic voice, initially shaped at multilevel-marketing jewelry parties and honed with all-female audiences, tackles topics like sexual acts, wich she refers to as “nasty things,” in a way that doesn’t cater to male approval. Morgan observes that when she discusses these subjects, “women throw their purse in teh air,” indicating a shared experience.
When asked about her stance on feminism, Morgan pauses before admitting, “I guess I’m a little bit of a feminist. But I love men.” She elaborates on her reliance on men for certain needs, such as physical assistance with heavy lifting, health insurance, and not having to maintain a daily work routine. She credits her husband, Chuck Morgan, for providing the financial stability that allowed her to develop her stand-up comedy without the pressure of immediate income or the hardship of sleeping in her car between gigs. This ability to remain geographically close to home has been instrumental in preserving her originality. Fellow comedian Nate Bargatze, who also developed his style in the american heartland, notes that Morgan is “kind of untouched” and that her current success validates her approach, suggesting she won’t need to alter her style as its clearly effective.
Morgan acknowledges that certain aspects of her career might have been easier had she achieved fame at a younger age. She admits it took time to master the nuances of sitcom acting and expresses a desire to pursue more film roles, considering voice coaching as a potential aid, though she questions her own capacity for it. While her children are no longer living at home, this period of breakthrough is still somewhat inconvenient. She expressed concern for her aging parents while she was in Los Angeles for filming and desires to be a “real country grandma,” focusing on domestic activities like cooking, washing, and assisting with her grandchildren. Despite these considerations, Morgan feels lucky that her success arrived in her 50s, stating, “I’m glad that it was in my 50s, when I’m too tired to do something awful.”
