SHORE VS. CITY

Debbie Sue Goodman is an author, comedian, actress, impressionist, and vocalist. She keeps audiences in stitches performing stand-up comedy in numerous venues throughout the Chicagoland area and suburbs. Goodman has also had listeners roaring during guest appearances on Chicago podcasts, television, and radio. This comedienne took a break between punchlines to share her city and shore favorites with Sheridan Road. After all, laughter is good for the soul.

What’s on the horizon? In addition to performing comedy, I am a leading actress in an upcoming short film, Washed Up, produced by Shytown Sugar Films. I will also appear in the short film, Framed, produced by VIP Productions LLC, and in a documentary Mantra? Like my beautiful mom used to say, “Que Sera, Sera” Best grooming tip? Wash your face daily, use moisturizer with SPF, and drink plenty of water Guilty pleasure? Potato chips Favorite foods? Turkey with mashed potatoes and gravy Music you love? Soft rock, classic rock, disco, and Broadway show tunes Best advice ever given to you? Pursue your dreams Best advice you’ve given? Don’t stay with a partner who wants to change you. Be yourself and happiness will follow Earliest memory? My mom cooking wonderful dinners When you wake up, you? Listen to WBBM, then brush my teeth Before bed, you? Have a cup of tea, watch TV, and read my emails What’s on your bookshelf? Anything by Danielle Steel and celebrity autobiographies You can’t live without? My family and dear friends Love to escape to? North Miami Beach Advice you would give to your younger self? Stay strong

ON THE SHORE

Your style is? Jeans, gym shoes, and a blazer. For a dressier night out, I’ll wear a slack suit and high heels Can’t leave the house without? A bottle of water and my phone Transportation? Mercedes Driving music? Soft rock, classic rock, and pop music Place to eat? Panera for lunch. L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge and Wildfire for dinner Shop? Macy’s and Target Best thing about the Shore? Lots of restaurants and places to shop Worst thing about the Shore? The cold The perfect day is? Taking a long walk and conversing over tea with friends

IN THE CITY

Your style is? A dressy blouse, cashmere sweater, nice slacks, and high heels Can’t leave the house without? My phone and a pair of gym shoes Transportation? Uber or taxi Driving music? Soft rock or classical music Place to eat? Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse and Weber Grill Shop? Macy’s and Water Tower Place Best thing about the City? The museums, theaters, Four Seasons Hotel, and The Ritz-Carlton Worst thing about the City? The crime. It’s so sad and heartbreaking The perfect day? A walk around a museum. Lunch and a show at the theater