Comedian and visual artist (and my good friend!) Abhishek Kulkarni joins me on episode 37 of Jokes and the Gym with Rudy Tyburczy to catch up after his return from yet another art residency (and more!) in Maine. From clueless townsfolk to Mister Rogers in roller skates, Abhishek has quite a few stories to tell. I love hearing Abhi's questions, and how he attempts to blur the lines between science and art.

We also dive deep into his physical and mental health, and how he has dealt with those aspects throughout his life. Growing up in a place that didn't believe ADHD was a thing, what coping mechanisms has he developed over time, and have they impacted his comedy?

We explore the lines between medication and meditation, and how the two have interacted over time. A long-time practitioner or meditation, Abhi gives some background on his experiences in meditation, and provides a few pointers for those thinking about getting into the quiet ritual.

We end on a number of pretty joyful notes, which makes sense when you hear the advice Abhi would give his younger self, and whether or not he takes his own medicine these days. And stick around to hear the prayer Abhi says before he performs, and see if it brings a tear to your eye, too. 

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