Laurie Kilmartin is a comedian and writer, and author. Laurie was a staff writer for Conan, from 2010 until its conclusion in 2021. Kilmartin is also known for her appearances on Last Comic Standing and her 2016 comedy special 45 Jokes About My Dead Dad, which blends humor with personal grief. In addition to her stand-up career, she co-authored the parenting book Sh*tty Mom and co-hosts the podcast The Jackie and Laurie Show, offering insights into the world of comedy.