Cally Beaton

A chance encounter with the legendary Joan Rivers inspired Cally to take her first steps into stand-up comedy in her mid-forties. Since then, she has become one of the UK’s most distinctive and sought-after performers, known for her intelligent, fearless and sharply observed comedy. She has appeared on numerous television and radio programmes, including Live at the Apollo, QI, The Apprentice: You’re Fired!, Pointless Celebrities, Richard Osman’s House of Games and Countdown Dictionary Corner.

Alongside her performance career, Cally has become a leading voice on personal reinvention, resilience and embracing change. Drawing on her unique journey from corporate executive to comedian, she delivers inspiring and entertaining insights into navigating uncertainty, challenging limiting beliefs and creating opportunities at every stage of life and career.

In 2021, she launched the hugely successful Namaste Motherfckers* podcast, where she explores life, work, wellbeing and reinvention with a range of celebrity guests and experts. The podcast has built a loyal international following and inspired her Sunday Times bestselling book of the same name, which has resonated with readers seeking a candid and humorous approach to personal growth and midlife transformation.

A natural storyteller with an engaging stage presence, Cally combines warmth, humour and commercial insight to connect with audiences of all sizes. Her keynote presentations explore leadership, workplace culture, creativity, confidence, resilience and the challenges of managing change in an increasingly complex world. Drawing on experiences from both the boardroom and the stage, she offers practical lessons on adaptability, innovation and thriving outside of your comfort zone.

Today, Cally is recognised as one of the UK’s most popular keynote speakers and after-dinner entertainers, bringing together business expertise, relatable life experiences and world-class comedy to leave audiences both inspired and entertained.