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First Day Back is a documentary podcast series about people facing and trying to overcome life’s most challenging moments. Each season, host and creator Tally Abecassis tells the story of someone attempting their own personal comeback.In 2019, First Day Back is back. On May 3rd 2017, comedian Jason Weems collapsed on stage from an asthma attack. His heart stopped beating for a full 5 minutes. Jaso... more

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We follow Jason in the hours leading up to the taping of his much-anticipated special. The excitement builds as his friends and family all gather at the theater. When Jason steps onto that stage, will he have transformed his near death experience int... more

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There’s one month to go before Jason is set to perform his new special and the pressure is on. It’s a mad dash to sell tickets, finalize his set, and get everything in order to film and shoot the special. Will Jason make it to the special or will the... more

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It seems like asthma is always with Jason Weems. In this episode, Jason's constantly being confronted by health scares - on stage, at home, even with his family. But at every turn, he surprises Tally with his resiliency.

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Twelve years into his comedy career, what keeps Jason hopeful that his big break will still happen? We get a peek inside his creative process and find out what family drama pushed him to stay in a city that isn’t great for his national career ambitio... more

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 932 ratings
  • Nicely done

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    Nicole
    7 months ago
  • Thank you for making this!

    Honestly I never make reviews, but couldn’t help to let you know how thankful I am for your podcast Season 1. more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LG23_
    United Statesa year ago
  • Really enjoyable and thought provoking

    Thanks for making this podcast! It’s both entertaining and thought provoking, bringing up the important topic of society’s view on parenthood/motherhood, and stay at home parenting.

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    5
    GeeAnneSmits
    Canada4 years ago
  • LOVE

    Fantastic podcast, interesting stories, lovely production, and great voice! Check it OUT!

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    5
    beagle paws
    Canada4 years ago
  • Come on, you can do better...

    Season 2 Episode 1 more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BAlisonMarie
    United States4 years ago

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