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Why divorced comic Jen Kirkman isn't afraid of dying alone

Stand-up comedian Jen Kirkman shares what motivated her new comedy album about child-free, post-divorce single life.
Comedian Jen Kirkman has followed her much-discussed book 'I can barely take care of myself: tales from a happy life without kids' with a new comedy album: 'I'm Going to Die Alone, and I feel fine.' (Press photos/JenKirkman.com)

When it comes to poking at societal expectations, Jen Kirkman doesn't flinch. The stand-up comedian and writer has followed up her much-discussed book about living happily child-free with a taboo-tackling comedy special, I'm Going to Die Alone, and I Feel Fine! 

Kirkman explores stereotypes about single women, doing "normal stuff" just to feel normal, and what life post-divorce really looks like. She also points out that everyone, single or married, might die alone. 

*Note: The audio posted here is an extended version of the interview that aired on the radio. 

Brutal truth: no one is guaranteed to die surrounded by loved ones. (Ben Shannon/CBC)

Comedian Jen Kirkman's insights on the single life. (Ben Shannon/CBC)