Courtney Kocak

Courtney Kocak is a Los Angeles-based writer, podcaster, and comedian who grew up on a farm in rural Minnesota. Her work has appeared in outlets including The New York Times and The Washington Post. She hosts three podcasts of her own and has produced audio for celebrities and CEOs. She also teaches writing and podcasting. Her debut memoir-in-essays, Girl Gone Wild, was published by Trio House Press in April 2026. It covers her years chasing a Hollywood career.