In this episode of The Caring Economy, I speak with comedian, writer, and organ donation advocate Jamie Alcroft about the life that led him from comedy stages to transplant advocacy. Known for his years as part of the comedy duo Mack and Jamie, Jamie reflects on his career in entertainment, his experience living with severe heart failure, and the heart and liver transplant that changed the course of his life.

The conversation focuses on the realities of organ donation in the United States, the myths that still keep many people from registering, and why public trust remains such an important part of the issue. Jamie also shares the story behind LAFF4LIFE, his program with Improv and Levity Live comedy clubs that offers free admission to registered organ donors as a way to raise awareness and encourage more people to say yes.

It’s a conversation about survival, public education, and what it means to use your own story to make a difficult subject easier for others to talk about.