PlayMovies That Get Depression RightMay 25, 2020People with actual depression know better and appreciate films that show the truth about depression. In this episode, our listeners, the beloved THWoD-balls, give their picks, ranging from sci-fi to historical drama to comedy.
PlaySteven Page Camouflages Songs About DepressionMay 18, 2020As co-founder and co-frontman for the band Barenaked Ladies, Steven Page belted out a lot of up-tempo pop hits. But if you look at the lyrics to songs, you can see a lot of darkness that has continued with his solo work.
PlayMike Birbiglia Faces His Darkest Fears and Puts Them On StageMay 11, 2020Rather than shy away from all the existential dread that haunts him, monologist and comedian Mike Birbiglia picks at it. He fills us in on how he deals with that darkness and the inner meaning of a lot of his work.
The Hilarious World of Depression is Coming to an EndJune 16, 2020We’re sorry to say that The Hilarious World of Depression will not be back for another season and American Public Media is ending production of the show.
Make It OK May 10, 2019Get resources, tips for talking about mental health, and more at makeitok.org.
Order John's new book! ON SALE NOW!September 9, 2019Inspired by the podcast, it's part memoir of his own journey and part trove of laugh-out-loud stories. "I love this book! It will accelerate your recovery and make you feel less alone while you wait for the meds to kick in." -- Gary Gulman