NO HOLDING BACK

5 MINUTES

WITH

Lindy Johnson

From commanding the comedy

BY stage VENECIA to VALENTINE

turning everyday moments into unforgettable laughs, comedian Lindy Johnson is proving that authenticity, wit, and fearless storytelling never go out of style.

AS A COMEDIAN, WHICH BARRIERS HAVE YOU HAD TO OVERCOME, AND HOW HAVE THEY SHAPED YOUR CAREER? The main barrier to entry in comedy is the same for women working anywhere in South Africa: safety. Working at night in dingy bars and clubs can be daunting, and many women will feel discouraged. Forming close bonds with fellow comedians and having a support structure is the only way to overcome the fear. There are still too few women in stand-up comedy.

92 INBOUND SA / AUGUST 2026