Cathy Jones goes Beyond The Pale Episode 62

Cathy Jones joins RB and co-host Beata the Tinfoilhatlady for a chin wag about her career and the Bizarro ciltural and political climate sweeping Canada and the world today. Cathy is a renowned Canadian actress, comedian, and writer celebrated for her sharp wit and contributions to Canadian comedy.she and her compatriots were at the forefront of the great cultural renaissance in Newfoundland in the early seventies when they brought
Cod on A Stick - a comedy they created at theatre passé muraille in Toronto as a response to the obvious stereo types upper Canadians had about Newfoundlander’s - back to St. John’s . It opened in St. John’s on spring 1974 to great acclaim.

CODCO’s irreverent humor evolved into a successful television series on CBC-TV, airing from 1988 to 1992

A co creator and long time cast member of this hour has 22 minutes, she starred in the series for 28 years, portraying a range of characters—often skewering politicians and societal norms—until her departure in 2021.

Her work on CODCO and 22 Minutes earned her 18 Gemini Awards for writing and performance, along with three Canadian Comedy Awards, showcasing her versatility and influence.
Beyond television, she has toured three original one-woman shows lWedding in Texas , Me, Dad and The Hundred Boyfriends, and Stranger to Hard work
blending personal storytelling with humor. Her film credits include a lead role in her brother Mike’s Secret Nation and supporting parts in How to Be Deadly , Bruce McDonald’s Weirdos. And the Grand Seduction. Since 2020 she has been an outspoken voice against the narratives surrounding covid 19 and many people have gained strength from her courage.