The Hilarious World of Depression
American Public MediaThe groundbreaking, award-winning mental health podcast is under new ownership after six years ago. Old ownership, really, since it's now run by original host John Moe.
Join John for new and classic content for frank, moving, and, yes, funny conversations with important artists who have dealt with depression and other mental health conditions. Maria Bamford, Paul F. Tompkins, Andy Richter, Open ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 98 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Comedy InterviewsComedy | |||
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After six years, The Hilarious World of Depression is back and under new ownership. John Moe, host of the program during it's initial run, has acquired the show and steps back into the chair as host and owner. In this solo episode, John talks about t... more
It's tempting to try to look for a reason why Joel Kim Booster, ordinarily a very funny and engaging person, feels dead inside, trapped in a persistent depressive state. His father recently died of COVID. The two hadn't been very close (Joel's dad wa... more
It’s easy for movies to get depression wrong, portraying a clinical disorder as equivalent to just being bummed out and, in the case of romantic comedies, curable with a magical kiss. People with actual depression know better and appreciate films tha... more
As co-founder and co-frontman for the band Barenaked Ladies, Steven Page belted out a lot of up-tempo pop hits. But if you look at the lyrics to songs like "One Week" or "Pinch Me," you can see a lot of darkness and that's an approach that has contin... more
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- Wish it was still going
I have listened to all of these episodes over and over and love them more every time. My only critique is that I wish it was still running. This is such an important topic, and such an ingenious way of presenting it
Apple Podcasts5bassoonistbk
United Statesa year ago - Miz - cracker
Your episode resonated with me so much. You’re amazing.
Thank you for sharing your story. It helped me feel so seen! You’re a beautiful light.
Apple Podcasts5StrawberrymangossUnited States2 years ago - The real deal
Authentic, fun, interesting
Apple Podcasts5RenéeinSanDiegoUnited States4 years ago - Some star power. Great interviews
The podcast is a wealth of information and some laughs mixed in. I love that there are no ads and fluff like some of the other channels. Hearing that both “normal” and famous people both have problems really brings solice.
Apple Podcasts5andy838
Canada4 years ago - The title tho
Hi. I have depression. And I think you should change.the.title.
Thx
Apple Podcasts1GottagetthereUnited States4 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #40 | United States/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #216 | United States/Comedy |
Apple Podcasts | #57 | Canada/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #43 |  Germany/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #65 |  Australia/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #123 |  France/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
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