I’m Fine, It’s Fine

Comedian and singer Danae Hays was the perfect guest for the one year anniversary show. Recorded live at Trauma Therapy Nashville's office with JB Somers returning to play his music, it was a beautiful night.

Danae shared the unfiltered story of her life. Growing up in a home where her identity wasn't embraced, she opens up about the struggles, including encounters with Christian therapists arranged by her parents and how that further confused her for years of childhood and lead to severe anxiety and OCD. Mixed with funny retellings of her career in real estate and making her way to becoming an amazing performer, she's now skyrocketing to success.

Danae speaks about the profound impact of her wife's love and patience. This episode is not just laughs and anecdotes but a genuine exploration of self-love and authenticity. Danae Hays lays bare her journey, reminding us all that embracing who we are is a triumph worth celebrating. Of course there was crying.

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Produced by Kaylee Harmon - Dewey Comedy Productions

Music composed by James Witchell

Death can be defined as scary and may make you uncomfortable, but the beautiful conversation with Jade Adgate introduces the topic in a gentle way. Discussing options for what the end of life can look like, she brings us resources and language for how to have the hard conversations with loved ones, caregivers, and how to think about your own life, knowing that the end is inevitable and that how you live, is how your die. Having a death doula or a death midwife with you can be healing, Amber and Melanie loved having this conversation.

Below are resources discussed in the episode.

Resources:

• Five Wish For End Of Life Planning
• How We Live Is How We Die - Pema Chodron
• Death Is But A Dream - Christopher Kerr
• Hello, Goodbye - Day Schildkret
• Exit Interview Podcast

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Produced by Kaylee Harmon - Dewey Comedy Productions

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Comedian Libbie Higgins brought infectious joy. She unveils the layers of her life that contribute to her comedic pursuit. From navigating trauma to living with OCD, Libbie shares the raw and authentic experiences that shape her unique perspective. Will or Won't She Open the Plane Door?!

In this episode, Libbie reflects on being labeled a crybaby and being told she was "too much," revealing the vulnerabilities that fueled her comedic prowess. Dive into the complexities of her co-dependent nature as she candidly discusses placating to keep others happy and the challenges that come with it.

As a comedian yearning for a deeper connection with her audience, Libbie opens up about her desire to get more personal on stage. Join us as we explore the delicate balance between humor and vulnerability, and how Libbie grapples with the daunting task of sharing her experiences in a way that is both therapeutic and entertaining.

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Produced by Kaylee Harmon - Dewey Comedy Productions

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Join us for an intimate conversation with comedian Jimmy as he shares the profound grief of losing his infant child and father. This is a heartfelt exploration of navigating life's darkest moments with humor as a guiding light.

Jimmy opens up about using the stage as a therapeutic outlet, where laughter becomes a language of resilience. In this raw and vulnerable episode, he discusses the challenge of communicating pain to loved ones and contrasts the solace he finds on stage.

A powerful exploration of how humor can transform heartache into shared humanity, demonstrating the healing potential embedded in even the darkest corners of life's narrative.

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Produced by Kaylee Harmon - Dewey Comedy Productions

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Miriam Kirk is a hilarious comedian who joins Amber and Melanie to talk about growing up in a large family and the blessing of being encouraged to pursue athletics, education, and the arts. She discusses the dynamic within the family where the importance of body image was emphasized and how that has shaped her current relationship with working out and how it has become her way to practice self-care daily.

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Ashley specializes in working with BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ populations, treating trauma, religious dissonance, anxiety, depression, and empowerment. She opened the first Queer BIPOC owned therapy practice Hampton House in Nashville and she is a true Badass Boss! She also co-founded Healing In The Margins with her partner Beth Hampton with the mission to cultivate systemic change and foster healing by providing resources and programming in mental health spaces for the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC. We are so grateful for this conversation and the work she is doing for underrepresented communities.

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Produced by Kaylee Harmon - Dewey Comedy Productions

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Happy Halloween Spooky Little Beans! Are you afraid of therapy? Amber and Melanie talk about learning how to name your fears and then what to do once you can. How avoiding your past experiences and fears can manifest in physical illness and struggle until you are ready to face it and heal it. It’s a fun episode on a scary day and part two comes out next week for all our I’m Fine, Could Be Better subscribers!

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Produced by Kaylee Harmon - Dewey Comedy Productions

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Guess what! We are bringing you the option to listed to I'm Fine, It's Fine WEEKLY!

We are bringing in expert guests and having intimate conversations that will be exclusively available to out Members. For $5 a month, you will have us in your feed every week. Subscribe now, the first episode drops November 9th, 2023.

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Produced by Kaylee Harmon - Dewey Comedy Productions

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Join us on this heartfelt and hilarious episode as we sit down with the remarkable Anna McKeown, a mother of two, comedian, storyteller, and artist. Anna shares her unique journey through motherhood, chronic pain, and self-discovery, offering an honest and often laugh-out-loud look at life's unexpected twists.

Anna's story is one of resilience and self-discovery. She opens up about her experiences with hypermobility and a pelvic injury during pregnancy, revealing the physical and emotional challenges that accompanied her path to motherhood. She takes us on a journey through the ups and downs of chronic pain, sharing how she found the strength to start therapy in pursuit of her dream of becoming a mother.

Anna delves into the complex emotions of motherhood, describing her initial feelings of anger and frustration, which ultimately led to a deeper understanding of her own mother. Her journey is an inspiring reminder of the transformative power of parenthood.

Join us for a conversation filled with humor, insight, and raw authenticity. Anna McKeown's journey is one that will leave you both entertained and inspired, reminding us all that even in the face of pain and challenge, there's always room for laughter and personal growth.

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Produced by Kaylee Harmon - Dewey Comedy Productions

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Jr De Guzman is a hilarious comedian from Southern California who seamlessly pairs music and comedy. You've seen him on Netflix and, he is about to film his next special! He was the first comedian to take Amber on the road with him so sitting down with him was so fun! Listen as he shares the highs and lows of sobriety and, why having the support system he does, pushes him to tackle hard challenges. He continues to heal and desire a better existence, which is something we can all hope for. Follow JR De Guzman HERE!

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