Amy Sumpter is a stand up comedienne who has performed all over the Midwest. Her nephew once called her a Joke Star.  You can also see her rapping with She's Crafty, Chicago's all-female Beastie Boy tribute band. 

The First Time is a live lit and music series recorded at Martyrs in Chicago's North Center neighborhood. Each reader tells a true first tale, followed by any cover of the storyteller's choosing, performed by our house band, The First Time Three.

The First Time is hosted by Jenn Sodini. Production provided by Andy Vasoyan, Noah Janes, and Executive Producer Bobby Evers. Podcast produced by Andy Vasoyan. Recorded by Tony Baker.