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Ep. 186 “Divas Live” LIMITED EPISODE
For the full episode, check us out on Patreon!
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Rent or Buy Patrick’s Special!!
Amazon: https://amzn.to/4italjd
AppleTV: https://apple.co/3RvwGBJ
Google Play: https://bit.ly/42JrYph
Microsoft: https://bit.ly/4cNPsOy
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follow these two on social media: @itspatrickholbert @itsrosserinmartineau
Academic Insights: Ross Erin reflects on struggles with homework & time management; positive shift in feminist theory classes. Currently studying lactation, adopting better study habits advised by her brother.
Media Vulnerability: Patrick feels exposed post-comedy special release
Notes
️ Introduction and Patreon Updates (00:00 – 10:37)
Patrick Holbert and Ross Erin Martineau recording with Peggy (dog) present
Discussion about composting at home and difficulties handling it
12/month), a loyal friend (5/month), and an unknown subscriber with a Hotmail account
Financial discussion: spending
40/month on podcast hosting and
20/month on AI transcription software
Currently receiving $18/month from Patreon subscribers
Academic Discussion and Personal Growth (10:38 – 21:27)
Conversation about Divas Live show that Aaron worked on, mentioning celebrities like Judith Light and Billy Porter
Ross discusses her academic struggles throughout school years, including difficulty with homework and time management
First positive academic experience came in feminist theory classes in college
Current experience studying lactation as a 42-year-old and learning better study habits
Brother gave important advice about changing study habits for personal growth
Discussion of different reading strategies for academic material
Career Updates and Personal Projects (21:27 – 31:44)
Aaron studying lactation/breastfeeding, balancing coursework while not earning much
Patrick mentioned having three jobs happening simultaneously that provide enough income
Health discussion about GERD symptoms and body sphincters
Aaron notes that despite not earning at peak, her current work situation feels sustainable
Discussion about finding sustainable ways to study and complete coursework
Planning to schedule regular podcast recordings with prepared topics in the future
Media Releases and Public Exposure (31:44 – 41:44)
Patrick dealing with feelings of vulnerability after releasing his comedy special
Documentary he co-created is screening in theaters
Discussion of social media and promotional clips created by the distribution company
Patrick received positive feedback from sister Rebecca and friends
Friend shared video of family watching the special together
Patrick feeling self-conscious about people watching his work
Conversation about the vulnerability of putting creative work into the public
Fame, Social Media, and Criticism (41:44 – 51:41)
Patrick discussing the challenges of being in the public eye
Experiencing mixed feelings: wanting recognition while also feeling too exposed
Discussion about fame being increasingly niche in today’s media landscape
Mention of hate comments on Joe List’s documentary that Patrick helped create
Patrick defended List in a Reddit thread against negative comments
Conversation about women in the public eye facing harsher criticism about appearance
Mention of how attractiveness privilege affects how criticism is received
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By Patrick Holbert - Standup Comedian
4.9
4848 ratings
For the full episode, check us out on Patreon!
https://patreon.com/wehiredasitter
Rent or Buy Patrick’s Special!!
Amazon: https://amzn.to/4italjd
AppleTV: https://apple.co/3RvwGBJ
Google Play: https://bit.ly/42JrYph
Microsoft: https://bit.ly/4cNPsOy
Vimeo: https://bit.ly/4iqVDJC
YouTubeTV Store: https://bit.ly/4iq1q20
follow these two on social media: @itspatrickholbert @itsrosserinmartineau
Academic Insights: Ross Erin reflects on struggles with homework & time management; positive shift in feminist theory classes. Currently studying lactation, adopting better study habits advised by her brother.
Media Vulnerability: Patrick feels exposed post-comedy special release
Notes
️ Introduction and Patreon Updates (00:00 – 10:37)
Patrick Holbert and Ross Erin Martineau recording with Peggy (dog) present
Discussion about composting at home and difficulties handling it
12/month), a loyal friend (5/month), and an unknown subscriber with a Hotmail account
Financial discussion: spending
40/month on podcast hosting and
20/month on AI transcription software
Currently receiving $18/month from Patreon subscribers
Academic Discussion and Personal Growth (10:38 – 21:27)
Conversation about Divas Live show that Aaron worked on, mentioning celebrities like Judith Light and Billy Porter
Ross discusses her academic struggles throughout school years, including difficulty with homework and time management
First positive academic experience came in feminist theory classes in college
Current experience studying lactation as a 42-year-old and learning better study habits
Brother gave important advice about changing study habits for personal growth
Discussion of different reading strategies for academic material
Career Updates and Personal Projects (21:27 – 31:44)
Aaron studying lactation/breastfeeding, balancing coursework while not earning much
Patrick mentioned having three jobs happening simultaneously that provide enough income
Health discussion about GERD symptoms and body sphincters
Aaron notes that despite not earning at peak, her current work situation feels sustainable
Discussion about finding sustainable ways to study and complete coursework
Planning to schedule regular podcast recordings with prepared topics in the future
Media Releases and Public Exposure (31:44 – 41:44)
Patrick dealing with feelings of vulnerability after releasing his comedy special
Documentary he co-created is screening in theaters
Discussion of social media and promotional clips created by the distribution company
Patrick received positive feedback from sister Rebecca and friends
Friend shared video of family watching the special together
Patrick feeling self-conscious about people watching his work
Conversation about the vulnerability of putting creative work into the public
Fame, Social Media, and Criticism (41:44 – 51:41)
Patrick discussing the challenges of being in the public eye
Experiencing mixed feelings: wanting recognition while also feeling too exposed
Discussion about fame being increasingly niche in today’s media landscape
Mention of hate comments on Joe List’s documentary that Patrick helped create
Patrick defended List in a Reddit thread against negative comments
Conversation about women in the public eye facing harsher criticism about appearance
Mention of how attractiveness privilege affects how criticism is received