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Depresh Mode with John Moe

John Moe, Maximum Fun
Mental Health
Depression
Anxiety
Trauma
Bipolar Disorder
Music
Suicide
Grief
Comedy
Therapy
Suicide Prevention
ADHD
Addiction
Substance Use Disorder
Panic Attacks
Stand-Up Comedy
Psychedelics
Childhood Trauma
Burnout
Sad Music

Join host John Moe (The Hilarious World of Depression) for honest, relatable, and, yes, sometimes funny conversations about mental health. Hear from comedians, musicians, authors, actors, and other top names in entertainment and the arts about living with depression, anxiety, and many other common disorders. Find out what they’ve done to address it, what worked, and what didn’t. Depresh Mode also ... more

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The things that happened when you were young, especially the really painful things, can easily and often carry into adulthood. For documentarian, former high-powered executive, and actual Mister Rogers neighbor Benjamin Wagner, an adult life of terri... more

You have to eat. We know this. But when depression is flaring, it’s really hard to even get to the kitchen, let alone make something tasty and good for you. Don’t worry. Our Depresh Meals episode has expert ideas for just that situation from Food & W... more

You have to call your friends once in a while and see how they’re doing, especially if they’re undergoing big changes and their city has been rocked with upheaval. Twin Cities-based actor and writer Bill Corbett will always be associated with Crow T.... more

Hi, everyone, John Moe here. “Can I read you what Sunny just posted on Facebook?” asked my wife, Jill. I figured it was something about Tom Petty or her dogs but it was, in fact, a very funny and skillful micro-essay on why she listens to Depresh Mod... more

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Recent Guests

Benjamin Wagner
Documentarian, co-creator of Friends and Neighbors; maker of Mister Rogers and Me
PBS / Mister Rogers and Me; Friends and Neighbors
Episode: Connecting Childhood Events To Your Stress Issues Today with Benjamin Wagner
Bill Corbett
Actor/comedian known for Crow T. Robot on Mystery Science Theater 3000; RiffTrax
MST3K, RiffTrax, WITS
Episode: Bonus mini-sode: Checking In with Bill Corbett
Sunny Kase
Playwright, writer, and friend of the show
Unspecified
Episode: Bonus Mini-Sode: A Dramatic Reading by Helen Hong and Interview with Playwright Sunny Kase
Andy Richter
Comedian and actor known for Conan O'Brien era and DWTS contestant
Actor/Comedian
Episode: Andy Richter on Divorce, Dating, Depression, and Dancing with the Stars
Felicia Day
Delightful actor, author, web entrepreneur
Felicia Day (graphic novel author)
Episode: Bonus mini-sode: Checking In with Felicia Day
Gavin Rossdale
Bush frontman
Bush
Episode: BONUS CONTENT PREVIEW: All-Star Sad Songs That Make You Feel Better with Neko Case, Gavin Rossdale, and more
Jimmy Pardo
Host of Never Not Funny, comedian
Never Not Funny / Producer on the show
Episode: Jimmy Pardo on Being Funny, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Alcoholism, Contentment, and Being Funny Some More
Joshua Roman
Long COVID patient and renowned cellist
Cellist, Seattle Symphony (former principal cellist)
Episode: Joshua Roman on Long Covid, Cello, Charging Hard, and Brick Walls
Ryan Dusik
founding drummer of That We Become Maroon 5, later a therapist
Maroon 5 (former band member)
Episode: Featuring Proxy with Yowei Shaw: Is it time to break up the band?

Host

John Moe
Host of the show, known for empathetic interviewing and blending humor with mental health discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Steady place to land

    Consistent, steady, stable podcast, dives DEEP into mental health, from those who experience illness directly. Honest, hard and slowly helping to heal me every time I listen! Best thing: John Moe’s curiosity out about difficult and seemingly unsolvable topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Razzdazz88888
    United Statesa month ago
  • Helps to get me through!

    I am grateful for this show’s ongoing commitment to understanding and de stigmatizing mental health concerns. I especially appreciate that John has directly addressed the impact of recent atrocities. I was motivated to begin a monthly contribution.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MickiB47
    United States2 months ago
  • Wonderful

    Interviews are conducted with such grace and empathy, without compromising humor and humanity. Just a wonderful show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ding_dong_plant_head
    United States4 months ago
  • Everyone should listen

    This podcast is the best. As someone with mental illness this is something I look forward to each and every time and new episode comes out

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lele543
    United States4 months ago
  • Grateful to you, John.

    I’ve been a listener since Hilarious World of Depression. This show brings me some peace week after week, despite the terror of living in this world. I’m grateful for John’s work and hope anyone reading this gives the show a chance.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ejane1224
    United States4 months ago

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Guest variety is excellent and interview style is warm and insightful.
Shows consistently thoughtful, empathetic, and helpful for mental health.
Listeners feel less alone and gain practical takeaways for well-being.

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Connecting Childhood Events To Your Stress Issues Today with Benjamin Wagner
Q: How did Mister Rogers influence your work and your sense of safety?
Meeting Mister Rogers provided a model of vulnerability and a belief in the power of storytelling to heal; this relationship helped shape his approach to making films that connect personal pain to broader social good.
Connecting Childhood Events To Your Stress Issues Today with Benjamin Wagner
Q: What happened during the high school assault and how did that shape him?
He recalls being attacked in the back seat after a dating conflict, fracturing his jaw and enduring a long recovery, which became a catalyst for his later exploration of trauma and resilience.
Connecting Childhood Events To Your Stress Issues Today with Benjamin Wagner
Q: Set the scene for me, young Benjamin in Waterloo, Iowa. What was life like at home?
Benjamin describes a rushed, unstable start with frequent moves, a family history of trauma, and an environment that discouraged talking about painful things, which later informed his interest in unpacking those experiences.
Bonus Mini-Sode: A Dramatic Reading by Helen Hong and Interview with Playwright Sunny Kase
Q: What changed this year for Sunny financially supporting the show?
Sunny explains she had been a longtime listener who hadn't paid, but decided to contribute after recognizing the value of the content and the importance of supporting a platform that fosters meaningful conversations about mental health.
Casters on Casters: John Moe and Brenda Snell
Q: What goes into your shows? How do you figure out what you're going to talk about?
The hosts describe a flexible, untraditional format where topics can be chosen spontaneously or rotated between co-hosts, with a heavy emphasis on researching topics, finding guests with compelling mental-health journeys, and staying open to where the conversation leads rather than sticking rigidly to a script.

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Relatable conversations about mental health with a mix of comedians, authors, musicians, actors, and experts. Episodes cover depression, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, and broader well-being, often pairing personal storytelling with evidence-based insights from clinicians and researchers. A standout element is the host's empathetic, pragmatic approach that blends humor with hard-hitting topics, making tough subjects approachable for a broad audience. The show's strength lies in its guest variety and accessible discussions that aim to reduce stigma while offering practical takeaways for listeners and potential guests or sponsors alike.

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Recent guests on Depresh Mode include:

1. Benjamin Wagner
2. Bill Corbett
3. Sunny Kase
4. Andy Richter
5. Felicia Day
6. Gavin Rossdale
7. Jimmy Pardo
8. Joshua Roman

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