Nina G: Comedian Who Uses Stand-Up to Discuss Dyslexia
What every parent of a child with a disability needs to hear
Not only am I the world's only female stuttering stand up comedian--I'm a lot more!
"I stutter! You're going to have to wait for my brilliant ideas!"
Nina performing at a show in Modesto
Disability Awareness with a Punch(line)! Nina G is a stuttering stand up comedian, author and international speaker. Her funny and engaging keynotes, comedy shows, EAG presentations and book events educate people about the Disability experience.
Services are available in person and virtually!
55 reviews
Lindsay K. C. D. F. H. S. . D. C.
May 4, 2026Nina G. is everything and more when it comes to putting on a show. She is hilarious and tells it the way it is in a funny, warm and welcoming way. Those in the community do not want to be defined by struggle of framed as inspiration. We move through this world as ourselves and Nina G. shines a light on this in a very real way. Who knew this could be so fun!
Hired as: Stand-Up Comedian
Helene D.
August 22, 2023Phenomenal comedian who is hilarious and insightful at the same time. She skillfully uses humor to educate the public about stuttering and disabilities, in general.
Hired as: Stand-Up Comedian
Madison S.
December 2, 2022We were looking for a guest speaker for our corporate event celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities and I stumbled upon Nina's previous Ted Talks. I was immediately drawn to her contagious energy and knew she would be perfect for our event. I loved how Nina tailored her presentation to our community's needs. She was flexible and extremely communicative through the whole process.
Nina brought life to the conversation through her witty banter, reframing "disability", and opening up the floor for our audience to ask genuine questions. After Nina's presentation, I kept receiving outstanding reviews about how much they loved Nina, would love to see her again, and even wanting to purchase her book. Nina reminded us to laugh and check our own "icebergs" to see what's lying under the surface.
Hired as: Motivational Speaker, Stand-Up Comedian
Susan K.
March 17, 2022Just got done reading some of the best reviews we've received for professional development programming at our college, including, "Best flex day event since I have worked here since 2010," and "Real, tangible ways to alter our practice to better serve students, and great humor!" Nina was responsive, dependable, and delivered a terrific professional learning experience for our classified professionals, faculty, and administration.
Hired as: Motivational Speaker, Stand-Up Comedian
Daniel G.
December 15, 2021Nina participated in a special panel event we hosted on Learning Disabilities. She shared her story, mixed with her unique comedic approach, and helped the participants understand that disabilities aren't the same things as limitations. She was great to work with and was very professional. I would definitely recommend her if you are looking for someone who can help your company understand the abilities (not limitations) of someone with a diagnosed disability!
Hired as: Corporate Comedian
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Gig length: 15 - 200 minutes
Whether Nina is doing her night club comedy act or a motivational speech to children, you can expect honesty, dignity, and humor. Through stand up comedy, humorous keynotes, and interactive workshops, Nina brings experiences of disability to the forefront, helping to change attitudes and validate personal experiences. She has educated thousands of educators, professionals, and parents through her workshops and speaking engagements. Topics include self-esteem, universal design/accessibility, accessible teaching techniques for children and adults with and without disabilities, advocacy, and developing empathy for people with disabilities. She performs consistently with The Comedians with Disabilities Act.
New for 2023: EAG presentation and consultation for raise Disability awareness
Employee Affinity Groups (EAGs) have made advances in their organizations. These groups advocate across many different identities and interests as diversity and inclusion stand out as a necessary part in making the workplace better for everyone. In recent years Disability/Ability groups have started to pop up in many corporate and collegial organizations. The goal of these groups is often, but not limited, to:
-Educate nondisabled employees about disability issues including etiquette and basic questions
-Reflect the experiences of Disabled employees and family members of Disabled individuals
-Introduce and facilitate Disability centered recruitment, mentoring and retainment of employees
Nina G has been working with corporations, K-12 schools and colleges to make their institutions more accessible and welcoming to people with disabilities since 2000. Armed with a doctorate in psychology and 13 years as a professional comedian, she is able to blend these worlds making her message of inclusion for people with disabilities accessible to all audiences through humor, storytelling and vital information. Nina has worked with Coca Cola, Oracle, Geico, PG&E and countless other colleges and organizations. Nina is engaging both in person and online in her presentations.
Nina G is a stuttering stand up comedian and dyslexic writer. She so also an author, professional speaker, and advocate. She has made countless audiences laugh while educating them about disability issues and equity. Nina breaks down stigma, raises awareness and helps people reach their potential as allies to the Disability community. Audiences have included college students and instructors, speech therapists, K-12 educators, helping professionals (psychologists, social workers, counselors, etc.), and mainstream audiences at comedy clubs like the San Francisco Punchline and Los Angeles Laugh Factory.
Nina works solo as a public speaker and educator and also tours with the comedy troupes The Comedians with Disabilities Act and Feminist Tendencies (an all-female comedy troupe aimed to empower diverse young women). Whatever your event, she is able to work collaboratively to meet the needs of your organization. Examples of presentations include:
• Keynote speaker
• EAG (Employee Affinity Group) speaker
• One person show (Stutterer Interrupted)
• College performances
• Disability Awareness presentation, activities and discussion
• Teacher training on universal design for the classroom for elementary, high school, or college
• Classroom/Small group discussions on specific topics:
- Overcoming obstacles to success
- Self-esteem and Disability
- Study Skills
- Advocacy
- General information about stuttering and/or learning disabilities
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About Nina G
Nina G is the San Francisco Bay Area's favorite female stuttering stand up comedian (granted she is the only one). She is also a disability advocate and writer. When she isn’t performing at comedy clubs like the San Francisco Punchline or the Laugh Factory, she is playing colleges and presenting as a keynote speaker! Nina is part of the comedy troupe The Comedians with Disabilities Act, which brings laughter and awareness to audiences of all ages across the country.
She is the author of three books: Bay Area Stand-Up Comedy: A Humorous History, Stutterer Interrupted: The Comedian Who Almost Didn't Happen and children’s book, Once Upon An Accommodation: A Book About Learning Disabilities, that helps children and adults advocate for their rights as a person with a Disability. Nina's one person show, Going Beyond Inspirational, which is a comical exploration about growing up with Learning and Speech Disabilities debuted in 2015 and was featured CBS San Francisco Local. Also in 2015 the first ever comedy compilation of all comedians with disabilities was released which featured the Comedians with Disabilities Act, Nina's comedy troupe.
Flexible based on venue.
Speaking engagements vary depending on the topic and audience. As needed, workshops contain interactive components and group discussions.
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