Insane In The Men Brain

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Insane In The Men Brain

Comedian Rich Wilson talks to funny & interesting people about their experiences with men’s mental health. This podcast is sponsored by BETTERHELP. Using the link https://betterhelp.com/richwilson helps support this podcast, AND it gets you 10% off your first month! Get Patreon exclusives, YouTube videos, live dates, socials, contact Producer Paul and everything else at https://linktr.ee/MenBrain  Thank you for listening! Tell your friends. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Martin Davis

    31 OCT

    Martin Davis

    Rich Wilson reconnects with Martin Davis after a decade apart. They explore the evolution of mod culture, the nuances of personal style, and the essence of being a 'face' in the fashion world. The conversation shifts to the changing landscape of comedy, discussing the dynamics of performing at various gigs and the importance of recognizing one's growth as a performer. The episode is filled with humor, nostalgia, and insights into the world of fashion and comedy. In this conversation, Rich Wilson and his guest discuss the cultural adjustments required when living in different environments, the importance of being aware of one's surroundings, and the influences that shape a comedian's style. They delve into the role of an emcee in creating a positive atmosphere for the audience and the personal connections that can be formed during performances. The conversation highlights the significance of confidence, first impressions, and the impact of social media in the modern comedy scene. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 2m
  2. Roger O'Sullivan

    24 OCT

    Roger O'Sullivan

    Roger O'Sullivan is an Irish comedian based in London. His mixture of oneliners and surreal stories have drawn comparisons to Dylan Moran and Mitch Hedberg. The Irish examiner has described him as "A comedic mind ripe with potential" He was nominated for the BBC New Comedy Award in 2021, Roger's work has been featured on BBC, RTÉ and Radio 4  Instagram: @rogerocomedy Co-host of conspiracy and supernatural podcast unexplained legends  Solo show at the Bill Murray in Angel London on the 14th of November. https://www.angelcomedy.co.uk/event-detail/roger-osullivan-polarized-wip-14th-nov-the-bill-murray-london-tickets-202411142145/ In this episode of 'Insane in the Men Brane', host Rich Wilson engages in a candid conversation with comedian Roger O'Sullivan. They explore various themes including the nuances of couples therapy, personal experiences with mental health, reflections on youth and growing up, and the impact of education on their lives. The discussion is filled with humor and insight, as both share their thoughts on navigating relationships, therapy, and the journey of self-discovery. In this conversation, Roger shares his experiences growing up with a father who struggled with bipolar disorder, exploring the profound impact of mental health on family dynamics and childhood development. He reflects on how these experiences shaped his own mental health, leading to a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder. The discussion delves into the challenges of navigating school life with a parent's mental illness, the complexities of friendships, and the role of comedy in addressing mental health issues. Roger emphasizes the importance of understanding and managing mental health, both personally and within the context of relationships and professional life. In this conversation, Roger O'Sullivan and Rich Wilson explore the profound impact of family dynamics on comedy, particularly focusing on Roger's relationship with his father. They discuss the complexities of parental relationships, the expectations we place on loved ones, and how generational differences shape perspectives on change. The dialogue highlights the healing power of humor in navigating these relationships and the journey of a comedian as they find their voice and identity. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 12m
  3. Joey Page

    17 OCT

    Joey Page

    Joey Page discusses his journey in stand-up comedy, the challenges of personal change, and the complexities of relationships, particularly in the context of his marriage ending as his ex-partner transitioned. Sound Bites "I look like a golfer that lost his ball in 1984.""I want people to make up stories about me.""The gaslighting is unreal in terms of getting gigs.""I thought it was just like a piece of cake.""It's really odd how in music, change is encouraged.""I just find it so weird how in music, change is encouraged." Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
  4. Trevor Lock

    26 SEPT

    Trevor Lock

    Trevor Lock was born in the past in England but now lives in the present all over the world. After being quite naughty at school he studied philosophy at University College London and then disappointed his parents by appearing on cult TV and radio shows in the UK including TMWRNJ, the BAFTA nominated British Comedy Award winning Star Stories and the Russell Brand podcast. He saw the light, abandoned mainstream mass media for the magic and connection of his live comedy events that are a cross between stand up comedy and group therapy. He also coaches communication skills to anyone who'll listen and runs the social experiment Reality Games where people from across the world are set experimental tasks and share their experiences with each other.  Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min
  5. Spring Day

    12 SEPT

    Spring Day

    As seen on BBC’s Live at the Apollo, Spring Day is an American stand-up comedian, writer and actor in London. Spring’s uniquely acerbic and sassy style of comedy is always a crowd pleaser, or shocker... A fluent Japanese speaker and a mild cerebral palsy haver, Spring began her career headlining at the Tokyo Comedy Store whilst based in Japan. She has written, produced, directed and performed seven solo shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. She has also written for and appeared in BBC Three sitcom Jerk; performed on UKTV's Rosie Jones's Disability Extravaganza; and has written for BBC’s Horrible Histories, as well as, Audible’s first ever musical comedy—Crush Hour. Her latest show Spring Day: Exvangelical is about hour she joined and then escaped a Christian cult. Insta: @springdaycomedy Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ TikTok @springdaycomedian Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 12m
  6. Mustafa Algiyadi

    21 AUG

    Mustafa Algiyadi

    So you want a revolution do you? Well, before you run off and storm the gates of Parliament, have a listen to someone who has actually been involved in one and I'm telling you now, it's nothing like the Hollywood version you have rolling around in your head. Mustafa Algiyadi hails from Tripoli and it really was a wonderful opportunity to find out more about the place. Mustafa is currently up at the Edinburgh Festival with his show Almost Legal Alien, tickets for which can be found here - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/mustafa-algiyadi-almost-legal-alien Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    50 min
  7. Garrett Millerick

    15 AUG

    Garrett Millerick

    Garrett Millerick makes a heroic return to this award winning podcast to once again pick at the seams of his good friend Rich Wilson's award winning, critically acclaimed show with hilarious results. Garrett has been very busy since his previous visit with a BBC Radio 4 show entitled "Do Gooders" starring none other than mr Three Lions himself Frank Skinner under his belt and now his new show "Garrett Millerick Needs More Space" which is taking the Edinburgh Festival by storm, tickets for which can be found here - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/garrett-millerick-needs-more-space Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 18m
  8. Dr Jo Prendergast

    15 AUG

    Dr Jo Prendergast

    Dr Jo Prendergast's new five star sell out show "The Cool Mum" has taken Australia and New Zealand by storm and is now making waves up at this year's Edinburgh Festival, tickets for which can be found here - https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/dr-jo-prendergast-the-cool-mum Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min
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Comedian Rich Wilson talks to funny & interesting people about their experiences with men’s mental health. This podcast is sponsored by BETTERHELP. Using the link https://betterhelp.com/richwilson helps support this podcast, AND it gets you 10% off your first month! Get Patreon exclusives, YouTube videos, live dates, socials, contact Producer Paul and everything else at https://linktr.ee/MenBrain  Thank you for listening! Tell your friends. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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