That's Deep Bro

The hilarious Eleanor Kerrigan joins me and we discuss her childhood growing up among 10 siblings, her life at the Comedy Store, depression and the fear of becoming your parents. She's hilarious and honest and I know you will love her as much as I do. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Remember when people looked like people? I got into Patti Smith on my hiatus from That's Deep Bro and went on a freedom odyssey that lead me to the big, black dongs of Robert Mapplethorpe. What can we learn from big dongs, crooked teeth and the 70's? That maybe you can invent who are you are and stop worrying so much about conforming. Freedom!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coachella is my personal Hellgarden. This week I answer your emails! A girl is jealous of the porn stars her BF watches, a dancer wants to know who she is and I hate outdoor festivals of any kind. Enjoy! Set this shit on fire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode I explore selfishness and how it can be a great thing. Why are women so bad at being selfish? Also, everyone hates Ayn Rand and I tell you why (she doesn't believe in helping the handicapped). Zoinks! Doing stuff motivated by guilt sucks and what age is appropriate to take your child to a bar? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inertia. Wearing cement shoes while taking a walk. Dostoyevsky goes deep on it, so does Christina P. Getting unstuck and getting it all done. Also are you moving to LA? Here's some tips.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode I explore the idea of creativity - when is the best time to be creative and can you do it with kids? How about sickness? During a life crisis? They myth of genius and how to do things in addition to dealing with life's shit sandwiches.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During labor, women are told to relax in between contractions. To take a rest in the space between them. I get deep on this idea and the book "The Untethered Soul" and break down the key to happiness. Maybe the key to happiness isn't in happiness at all? Also, the Beastie Boys, Allen Iverson and what we can learn from Revenge of the Nerds. A short list of some of my favorite things.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to live off the grid? And why do so many off the gridders choose Alaska? My friend Joe tells me all about the off the grid lifestyle - the pros and cons and we get super deep on life. Is living away from society really the answer to all my problems?     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 "People changes" to quote Steve the great Philosopher. What to do when you're going thru a major life change? Panic? Yes. Have anxiety? Yes. Drink wine? YES. All of the above. Peep this episode as I talk about what to do about the necessity of transitions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I was surprised at how many people resonated with last week's podcast so this week is a continuation and a little perfectionism thrown in! I read some emails and further explore self loathing's kissing cousin.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Love yourself" is the mantra of plus-sized models and drag queens, but what does that really mean? Does anybody really love themselves? The book "Self Compassion" by Kristin Neff argues that most people don't and the self esteem movement doesn't really solve the problem of self loathing. But is it possible that self-loathing could be a good thing in small doses? Take a listen, bros. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest Psychotherapist Mark Barone joins to explain therapy and how it works. Also we get into Carl Jung's theory of the collective unconscious, archetypes and synchronicity. Sound fancy? Kinda, but Mark breaks it down for you, bro style.  http://www.catalystpsychotherapy.com/ to find Mark   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode my friend Cat (varsity level mom) and I discuss why bitches be lyin about having kids. YES we love our children but are we all afraid of being seen as horrible people if we admit to having unattractive feelings around parenthood? Cat and I get realer than a bitch on this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My friend Shauna just came back from spending 3 weeks alone - ALL ALONE - on an artist retreat in Ireland. Did she wild out? I sure as hell would. Why are we so afraid of being alone and why do we often choose isolation? What are the benefits of being alone?     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yeah the Jedis are cool, but do they have it all figured out? Maybe the Sith know how to party, too. In this episode of That's Deep Bro I examine what the dark side of the force is and how it can be used to your benefit. I discuss Deborah Ford's book "Dark Side of the Light Chasers". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I've used hypnotherapy for childbirth, weight management and stopping smoking. It's a tool I really believe in and wanted to share with you guys. In this episode I interview my hypnotherapist Rita Black and she explains how this magic works! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They're loud, smelly and expensive. They pee and puke on you and turn into grumpy adolescents. Why on earth would anyone give up their freedom and happiness to have a child? My guest Greg Fitzsimmons and I explore this topic. He's got kids and he seems to like it - but why???? I'm about to have a baby and I'm terrified. Let's see where this crazy train goes.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CP gets deep on anxiety. Of all the emails that get submitted to TDB, the most common theme among them is depression and anxiety. Why do we have this and does it serve any sort of purpose in our lives? How the fuck do we just calm down?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the era of Tinder and feminism, why bother getting married? It seems like such an antiquated idea, but why do people still do it? This episode explores marriage and debunks all the annoying things you've heard about it. I heard so many dumb things from dumb people about how marriage "really is". Well, here's what I think the truth is.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jealousy and Envy - did you know they're different? Well they are and I explain it all. I also admit to being a horribly jealous 20 year old - so embarrassing...Jealousy and envy are two feelings that are so shameful and dark and that's why we are gonna get deep on them, bros! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices