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The Hilarious World of Depression: Angelina SpicerThe Hilarious World of Depression: Angelina Spicer

Angelina Spicer Wants to Say Things Out Loud About Postpartum Depression

November 4, 2019
Angelina Spicer recalls what happened when her driven and determined approach to her career ran head-first into a depression she never expected.
The Hilarious World of Depression: Miz CrackerThe Hilarious World of Depression: Miz Cracker

Miz Cracker Looks in the Mirror

October 28, 2019
We hear about Miz Cracker’s struggles with depression and her struggles with keeping up on her self-care.
Charlene deGuzman Hilarious World of DepressionCharlene deGuzman Hilarious World of Depression

Charlene deGuzman Has Unsexy Stories About Sex

October 21, 2019
Actor/writer Charlene deGuzman talks about what happens when the line between sex and love gets blurry.
The Hilarious World of Depression: Anil DashThe Hilarious World of Depression: Anil Dash

Anil Dash Loves Social Media and Wants It To Change

October 14, 2019
Can platforms like Facebook or Twitter or Instagram help with depression?
The Hilarious World of Depression: Ryan BinghamThe Hilarious World of Depression: Ryan Bingham

Ryan Bingham Finds a Home and Settles Down

October 7, 2019
It took a long time for singer/songwriter Ryan Bingham to get to some stability in his life.
The Hilarious World of Depression: Heather B. ArmstrongThe Hilarious World of Depression: Heather B. Armstrong

Heather B. Armstrong Nearly Dies Ten Times and It Works Out Great

September 30, 2019
Author and blogger Heather B. Armstrong (dooce.com) was in, by far, the deepest depression she had ever experienced and nothing was working to lift it.
The Hilarious World of Depression: Mara WilsonThe Hilarious World of Depression: Mara Wilson

Mara Wilson Had Great Opportunities and Difficult Challenges

September 23, 2019
While it was easy for audiences to enjoy Mara Wilson as a perky child performer in movies like Matilda and Mrs. Doubtfire, the young actress had mental health issues that weren’t enjoyable at all.
Whitney Cummings, Guest of The Hilarious World of DepressionWhitney Cummings, Guest of The Hilarious World of Depression

Whitney Cummings Puts It Together and Stops Falling Apart

September 16, 2019
Whitney Cummings has had a lot of success in Hollywood as a comedian, actress, writer and director, and now she's finally having success in figuring herself out.
The Hilarious World of Depression: Pete HolmesThe Hilarious World of Depression: Pete Holmes

Pete Holmes Looks for Meaning and Membership

September 9, 2019
You might know Pete Holmes from his many standup specials, his talk show, or Crashing, the HBO series he created and starred in.
The Hilarious World of Depression: BooksThe Hilarious World of Depression: Books

Jenny Lawson and Books That Get Depression Right

August 12, 2019
We asked our listeners for books they've read that give an accurate depiction of the reality of depression.

The Perils and Rewards of Travel

July 8, 2019
In this summer mini-sode, we hear valuable tips on caring for your mental health while traveling.
The Hilarious World of Depression - Just the Funny PartsThe Hilarious World of Depression - Just the Funny Parts

Just the Funny Parts

May 6, 2019
Look, we know that THWoD can get a little, I guess, intense at times. Depression is a heavy topic and stories about it are often packed with bummers. So in this special episode, we rounded up some of the funniest moments from our three seasons and packed them all together for a hilarity highlight reel. […]
Solomon GeorgioSolomon Georgio

Solomon Georgio Is Doing Better

December 24, 2018
It’s not easy to pinpoint where L.A.-based comedian Solomon Georgio is “from.” His family is Ethiopian but he was born in a refugee camp in Sudan. The family traveled to St Louis, then on to Fresno, where he was bullied so much in 2nd grade that he threatened suicide in the middle of class. Then […]
Jonny SunJonny Sun

Jonny Sun Ended Up Here Somehow

December 17, 2018
The idea was to become an engineer or maybe an architect. Jonny Sun has degrees in both, and he’s a dissertation away from a doctorate in urban studies and planning from MIT. But a phenomenally humane, funny, and popular Twitter account has placed him in an unexpected comedy career. Meanwhile, he realized that this dark […]
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Naomi Ekperigin Brings In Her Baggage, Unpacks It

December 10, 2018
“There’s a lot to unpack, John,” says comedian, actor, and writer Naomi Ekperigin during the course of this interview and indeed there is. The New York native, now uneasily dwelling in Los Angeles, has dealt with anxiety, depression, a very complicated relationship with her father, as well as problems with alcohol and cutting. Comedy has […]
Check-Ups on Gary Gulman, Linda Holmes, Janelle James, and “Steve.” Plus, Sock Opportunities

Check-Ups on Gary Gulman, Linda Holmes, Janelle James, and “Steve.” Plus, Sock Opportunities

December 3, 2018
Mental health is a journey. Rarely does someone have a problem, fix it completely, and never worry about it again. On this episode, we touch base with three popular guests we’ve had on the show to see how they’re doing today. Gary Gulman has a new lease on life and a new lease on an […]
Aparna NancherlaAparna Nancherla

Aparna Nancherla Is Having a Harder Time Doing Something She’s Great At

November 26, 2018
It’s pretty easy to be a fan of Aparna Nancherla. Not only does she create incredibly funny, smart, relatable comedy, she does so in a variety of formats. You can catch her standup on Netflix or Spotify and you can see her acting work on shows like “Bojack Horseman” and “Corporate” as well as movies. […]
John Ross Bowie and Jamie Denbo talk to The Hilarious World of DepressionJohn Ross Bowie and Jamie Denbo talk to The Hilarious World of Depression

John Ross Bowie and Jamie Denbo Don’t Need Your Suggestions For Their Life Improv

November 19, 2018
In a whole lot of ways, improv comedy is the opposite of depression. It requires you to be present in the moment, unconcerned about past regrets and future anxieties. It means connecting with other people and taking fun risks. And it’s full of laughs. Actors and real-life married couple Jamie Denbo (“Orange is the New […]
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