The Hilarious World of Depression

American Public Media

4.7 (256)
COMEDY INTERVIEWS

A show about clinical depression...with laughs? Well, yeah. Depression is an incredibly common and isolating disease experienced by millions, yet often stigmatized by society. The Hilarious World of Depression is a series of frank, moving, and, yes, funny conversations with top comedians who have dealt with this disease, hosted by veteran humorist and public radio host John Moe. Join guests such as Maria Bamford, Paul F. Tompkins, Andy Richter, and Jen Kirkman to learn how they’ve dealt with depression and managed to laugh along the way. If you have not met the disease personally, it’s almost certain that someone you know has, whether it’s a friend, family member, colleague, or neighbor. Depression is a vicious cycle of solitude and stigma that leaves people miserable and sometimes dead. Frankly, we’re not going to put up with that anymore. The Hilarious World of Depression is not medical treatment and should not be seen as a substitute for therapy or medication. But it is a chance to gain some insight, have a few laughs, and realize that people with depression are not alone and that together, we can all feel a bit better. American Public Media and HealthPartners’ Make It Okay campaign are committed to breaking the stigma around mental health.

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256 Ratings

Some star power. Great interviews

2023-01-21

andy838

The podcast is a wealth of information and some laughs mixed in. I love that there are no ads and fluff like some of the other channels. Hearing that both “normal” and famous people both have problems really brings solice.
Exactly what I’ve been looking for

2022-09-22

weedinn

Real, helpful conversations on the most difficult things most of us deal with. Scott Thomson episode is my favourite. I relate so much to his story and have been a huge fan since I was a kid.
Hey man

2021-09-15

Hoodoogurularge

Hoping you’re not done!
Amazing content

2020-10-06

denbyperez

Just wanna say— LOVE this podcast!!! It’s amazing to hear different perspectives from people who suffer from depression and other mental illness. We need more content like this. Super sad that the production already stopped. And to whoever is reading this who is suffering from depression— please know that you are not alone! Please reach out and seek help. And there is always a light at the end of the tunnel <3

A show about clinical depression...with laughs? Well, yeah. Depression is an incredibly common and isolating disease experienced by millions, yet often stigmatized by society. The Hilarious World of Depression is a series of frank, moving, and, yes, funny conversations with top comedians who have dealt with this disease, hosted by veteran humorist and public radio host John Moe. Join guests such as Maria Bamford, Paul F. Tompkins, Andy Richter, and Jen Kirkman to learn how they’ve dealt with depression and managed to laugh along the way. If you have not met the disease personally, it’s almost certain that someone you know has, whether it’s a friend, family member, colleague, or neighbor. Depression is a vicious cycle of solitude and stigma that leaves people miserable and sometimes dead. Frankly, we’re not going to put up with that anymore. The Hilarious World of Depression is not medical treatment and should not be seen as a substitute for therapy or medication. But it is a chance to gain some insight, have a few laughs, and realize that people with depression are not alone and that together, we can all feel a bit better. American Public Media and HealthPartners’ Make It Okay campaign are committed to breaking the stigma around mental health.