The Hilarious World of Depression
PoputchikThe 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 | Monthly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Comedy InterviewsComedy | |||
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The acclaimed and very funny author Jenny Lawson is doing much better in 2026 than she was in our first interview in 2017. Back then, she wondered if she should be talking at all because her depression and anxiety were spiking, but she went ahead wit... more
Actor, podcaster, and all-around nerd superhero Wil Wheaton has achieved something he never could reach throughout his storied career: peace and understanding. He has a grip on complex post-traumatic stress disorder, understands the effects of abuse ... more
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
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- Utterly Real and Honest
John Moe skillfully interviews comedians, writers, musicians and friends as they unwind their stories of living with mental illness. They crystallize and capture elements of depression in ways that ring clear and true. Every episode has pearls of wisdom that pop out and hit you in the forehead (ping!). Or maybe not pearls, but big hearty sandwiches dropped from an airplane into a land of famine. Or both. This podcast has pulled me up and out of the bog and I feel hopeful for the first time in ye... more
Apple Podcasts5CarryingTheLoad
United States12 days ago - Wil Wheaton in 2026
Wil’s candid descriptions of emotional abuse and his path of treatment is the most heartbreaking and uplifting thing I’ve heard in a long time. Although his circumstances were different then mine, the effects of CPTSD, the anxious nights, depression goggles, and maladaptive self-protection sounded so much like my own! Thank you Wil and John for validating these experiences and continuing to bring these stories out into the light.
Apple Podcasts5Kelpie1108United Statesa month ago - Sweet Baby Jesus!
It’s back! I was so bummed when it ended. This is the nest news! Yes, my life sucks so much that the existence of a podcast makes a difference. Anyway…Congrats and thank you, John Moe!
Apple Podcasts5Justice4ChildrenUnited States2 months ago - Yay!!! So excited to have this show back!
The original run of the show helped me keep my head above water during some of the darkest times of my life. It was beyond valuable in helping me feel less alone and for giving me perspective on many of the challenges my severe depression presented. For me, laughter truly is the best medicine. (Especially since I have a tendency to take my self too seriously.)😄
Life is more manageable for me presently but I’m excited to see/hear what this next chapter of the show has to offer. Here’s to the c... more
Apple Podcasts5ZillanisUnited States2 months ago - MY WISH CAME TRUE !!
i’ve been hoping that this show might miraculously come back for years, this was my favorite podcast in middle/high school and it got me through some really really hard times. I’m so glad to hear from you :)
Apple Podcasts5crow_palUnited States2 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #111 | United States/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #99 |  Canada/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #239 |  United Kingdom/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #91 |  Australia/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #209 |  France/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
Apple Podcasts | #235 |  Germany/Comedy/Comedy Interviews |
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