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Heather McDonald finds creative and financial freedom with popular 'Juicy Scoop' podcast
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Heather McDonald launched her podcast “Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald” in 2015 as a way to promote her stand-up comedy. Nearly 800 episodes and 200 million downloads later, McDonald has found autonomy and financial success being her own boss and hosting her own show. - photo by Oct. 25
When “Chelsea Lately” aired its final episode on E! in 2014, Heather McDonald, a staff writer and regular panelist on the show, needed a new gig. As a stand-up comedian, her performance schedule wasn't as consistent as a full-time job — then she heard about a fellow comic who launched a podcast to get his name out there and sell more tickets.