Shappi Khorsandi

Shappi Khorsandi is a comedian, author and speaker. She established her comedy career through her sell-out Edinburgh show Asylum Speaker, which drew on her experiences as a child refugee fleeing Iran. She published a memoir, A Beginner's Guide To Acting English, and a novel, Nina Is Not Ok. She has appeared on numerous TV and radio shows including Live at the Apollo, Mock The Week, Have I Got News For You and QI, and hosted her own show Shappi Talk. As a keynote speaker and awards host, she addresses topics around diversity, inclusion and mental health.