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063. The ADHD Experience: Time Blindness, Gay Panic & Comedy | John Robles (USA) @ edfringe 2024

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Innhold levert av Moni Zhang. Alt podcastinnhold, inkludert episoder, grafikk og podcastbeskrivelser, lastes opp og leveres direkte av Moni Zhang eller deres podcastplattformpartner. Hvis du tror at noen bruker det opphavsrettsbeskyttede verket ditt uten din tillatelse, kan du følge prosessen skissert her https://no.player.fm/legal.

What happens when two comedians with ADHD sit down to talk mental health? Pure chaos and pure honesty.

John Robles shares his journey from feeling "just dumb" to understanding his neurodivergent brain, while we explore the messy reality of making it in comedy while managing mental health.

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@moni.zhang.comedy @blowmybackoutdotcom

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What happens when two comedians with ADHD sit down to talk mental health? Pure chaos and pure honesty.

John Robles shares his journey from feeling "just dumb" to understanding his neurodivergent brain, while we explore the messy reality of making it in comedy while managing mental health.

Follow us on Instagram:

@moni.zhang.comedy @blowmybackoutdotcom

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Comedians Eve Ellenbogen and Moni Zhang dive deep into the dark side of being a performer - from crippling self-doubt to complete burnout. Eve opens up about processing childhood trauma through comedy while Moni shares her breaking point after Edinburgh Fringe that led her to quit everything. A raw conversation about mental health in comedy, featuring social anxiety, imposter syndrome, and the constant pressure to "make it." Follow us on IG: @moni.zhang.comedy @eveelbow…
 
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Former Jehovah's Witness Chris Ford shares his transformation from living in religious constraints to embracing his sexuality. This interview explores religious trauma, self-discovery, and the courage to start over. Watch how Chris overcame homelessness, rebuilt his life through nursing, and found his voice in comedy. An unique story about choosing authenticity over acceptance and turning pain into laughter. Follow us on IG: @moni.zhang.comedy @fordulant…
 
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A raw and honest chat with comedian Auz Thompson about life with schizophrenia. Recorded in a rainy park at Edinburgh Fringe 2024, we dive into everything from early diagnosis, the reality of hallucinations, to finding humor in the darkness. Also features an unexpected umbrella situation and some very British weather management. Follow us on Instagram: @moni.zhang.comedy @Aft.comedy…
 
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Two comedians with ADHD have an unfiltered conversation about turning their "weaknesses" into strengths on stage. Jordan Thomas Gray (USA) and Moni Zhang dive into the messy reality of creative life with ADHD. No sugar coating here - just real talk about finding your place when your brain works differently. Plus, we laugh about failed attempts at being "normal". Follow us on Instagram: @moni.zhang.comedy @jordanthomasgray…
 
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Two comedians from opposite sides of the world discover sisterhood while sharing stories about trauma, catcalling, and overcoming self-doubt. Watch as Barbie Unkorked drops truth bombs about authenticity and teaches this anxious Chinese comedian how to stop giving a fck. Follow us on Instagram: @moni.zhang.comedy @barbieunkorked…
 
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Ever wondered what happens when a comedian's world collides with panic disorder and first-time parenthood? Dylan Todds gets brutally honest about his first panic attack, the spiral that followed, and how becoming a dad during the pandemic changed everything. From privilege to poverty fears, caffeine triggers to CBT therapy - nothing is off limits in this candid conversation. Real talk about mental health from the comedy trenches of Edinburgh Fringe. Follow us on Instagram: @moni.zhang.comedy @realdylandodds…
 
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NYC comedian Jamie Lerner opens up about living with undiagnosed ADHD while pursuing comedy in Barcelona. From bartending mishaps to stage brilliance, we dive deep into how neurodivergent brains navigate the entertainment industry. Plus, why traditional jobs feel like "soul death" and how comedy might just be the perfect career for ADHD brains. Real talk, no filter, just two comedians getting honest about mental health. #ADHDComedy #MentalHealth #standupcomedy Follow us on Instagram: @moni.zhang.comedy @jamielernerbutts @edfringe #edfringe2024 #edinburghfringe2024 #edinburghfestival #monizhang…
 
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