Ali Wong: podcast appearances and interviews

Alexandra Dawn Wong, born on April 19, 1982, is an American actress and comedian recognized for her stand-up specials and television roles. She has received multiple awards including two Primetime Emmy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and an Actor Award. Her comedy specials on Netflix, which include Baby Cobra, Hard Knock Wife, Don Wong, and Single Lady, have garnered critical acclaim and significantly contributed to her reputation. The special Single Lady, released in 2024, earned her a Golden Globe Award. Wong's performance in the Netflix series Beef in 2023 earned her two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe, marking her as the first woman of Asian background to win a lead acting Emmy in a Limited Series or Movie. In addition to her stand-up career, Wong has acting credits that include her role on the ABC sitcom American Housewife from 2016 to 2021. She has also contributed as a writer, notably for two episodes of the sitcom Fresh Off the Boat in 2015. Her voice acting work spans animated series such as Tuca & Bertie and Big Mouth. Wong has co-created and starred in the romantic comedy film Always Be My Maybe. Recognized as one of Time's 100 most influential people in 2020 and 2023, she has established herself as a prominent figure in comedy and television.