Paul's support group friend, recovering heroin addict and author shares about his upbringing on the Isle of Mann (UK) and the shame and anxiety he felt about secrets in his family and within himself. He opens up about his psychosis that convinced him that not only was he the devil he was also James Bond. He touches on his battles with depression, anxiety, pa ... Show More
Jun 27
#754 Anorexia and OCD - Andrea Jones-Rooy
Andrea Jones-Rooy is a data scientist, speaker, and stand-up comedian. They join Paul to share their struggles with anorexia and OCD, and how they have managed them over the years. For more about Andrea:Behind the Data (podcast): https://shows.acast.com/behind-the-dataHer site: h ... Show More
1h 14m
Jun 2020
Madonna/Wh*re Complex (with Phoebe Thompson)
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses mental health and abusive relationships A playful episode with Phoebe Thompson to discuss navigating the world as fierce and proud to be, sexual woman. Phoebe opens up about her physical appearance, the male gaze, her character portrayal o ... Show More
1h 16m
Feb 2024
The Science of Generosity: Why It Makes You Happier and How To Do It Effectively (It Doesn’t Need To Involve Money) | Chris Anderson
New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers. --- How to cultivate a generosity mindset— and make a good thing less boring. Chris Anderson is the curator of TED. He is the author of New York Times bestseller ... Show More
1h 13m
May 2024
Paul Austin - Psychedelics, Micro- and Macro Dosing, Benefits and Risks
Paul F. Austin, a prominent figure in psychedelics, has guided millions to safe and meaningful psychedelic experiences through his work as the founder of Third Wave. Featured in Forbes, Rolling Stone, and the BBC's Worklife, he pioneers the convergence of psychedelics, personal t ... Show More
49m 32s
May 2018
Paul Gilmartin, The Battles in Our Heads, Uncensored
Comedian Paul Gilmartin was the host of TV's "Dinner and a Movie" for 16 years, but smiling and acting happy on-screen often "felt like lifting 500 pounds," he said, as he struggled behind the scenes with depression and even contemplated suicide. When the show ended, Gilmartin la ... Show More
58m 24s
Oct 2020
270: Surrounded By Others And Yet So Alone
How is it that we can have a partner, friends and family, and yet still feel alone? Loneliness is a real issue for many people whether or not they have others in their lives. Listen to today's show to learn how to deal with loneliness personally, or to help your partner with the ... Show More
46m 59s