Paula Poundstone is a comedian, writer, and actress who has been performing stand-up comedy since 1979. She is known for her observational humor and deadpan delivery. She has appeared on numerous television shows, including Saturday Night Live, The Tonight Show, and Late Night with Conan O'Brien. She is also the author of several books, including There's Nothing in This Book That I Meant to Say. Poundstone has won several awards, including an Emmy Award for Outstanding Individual Performance in a Variety or Music Program.