What's it like to feel absolutely everything? The energies of the world, the people around you, the trees?  Janneke (Steampunk Saloon, Dark Karnival) explains her life as a DJ, the difference between highly sensitive people and empaths, and how this can easily be both a blessing and a curse.

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Recorded at The Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

There's a deep dark hole inside so many of us that simply can't be filled. And I'm not talking sexually. Rachel Wolfson (Chronic Relief Podcast, Getting Doug with High) opens up about her life in juvenile lockup, not fitting in with what she perceived as normal, and how getting off medication may have saved her life. 

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Recorded at The Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

Well slap my butt and call me Charlie because this episode is full of twists and turns. Dave Cerwonka (Let's Get Weird) stares directly into my eyes to let me know that just because you're talking, doesn't mean you're actually communicating. Are you relaying messages, or having genuine conversations? Take the time to listen to people in your life, right after you listen to this episode.

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Recorded at the Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

Moderation? Never heard of it. Steve Hernandez (Who's Your God?, Views from the Vista) has trouble knowing when its time to stop. From his days of being a married youth pastor all the way to being a polysexual uncaged comedian, Steve is doing everything he can to control his unhealthiest urges. 

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Recorded at The Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

It's sweet! Its delicious! It might as well be cocaine! Brandie Posey (Picture This!, Lady to Lady) breaks down sugar in the exact way our bodies cannot. White Gold is everywhere, so how can we curb the world's most common addiction? 

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Recorded at The Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

We all have our bad days. But what happens when no matter how well life is going, you still view yourself as unworthy? Dave Ross (The Late Show with James Corden, Comedy Central) opens up about his struggle with self-respect, how it may be genetic, and how the Los Angeles comedy community lifts him up at the most opportune moments. 

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Recorded at The Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

Wowzers. Imagine planning your 8 year old daughter's funeral.  Andy Erikson (Last Comic Standing) explains the significance and struggles that come with a disease I'd never even heard of. From back braces to heart surgeries to finding stand-up comedy, this episode is a hilarious romp through what could have been a traumatic life, had it not been for Andy's ever positive attitude to the world she creates.

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Recorded at The Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

Auto-immune diseases? High energy? Silly Clothing? Jessica Michelle Singleton (Ignorance is Blessed Podcast) and I have so much in common its almost scary. She breaks down how to keep your mind healthy while your body deteriorates, her tough upbringing in Alaska, and what happens when an extrovert decides to stay silent for a full 10 days. 

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Recorded at The Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

What does it take to be a leader? Most people like to follow, but a to be a true visionary you need to own every situation. Harry Moroz (Adult Swim, Sketchfest) breaks down his desire to always be the point man, for better and for worse.

 

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Recorded at the Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

Is trauma handed down through genetics, or is something we pick up along the way? Comedian Caitlin Gill (Misfits and Monsters, Hidden America) explains that social blindness is very real, even if she isn't quite sure exactly what it is.

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