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A Good Cry

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Michael Cruz Kayne chats with friends, comedians and other notable types about grief. Not just the hard parts, but also the memories that make us laugh, the dumb stuff people said to us, and the way we recovered... or didn't. Each episode is a funny, joyful, and also sometimes really really sad reflection on grief, but that's ok. Good even. 

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Episodes

Moshe Kasher

On the season 2 finale of of A Good Cry, Michael chats with Moshe Kasher. They talk accidental Judaism, AA daddies, and the myth of the hole in the sheet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 18, 20231 hr 4 minEp. 11

Jenifer Faison

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael chats with Jenifer Faison. They talk grieving the person you thought you knew, soulmates, and baby steps. Listen to Jenifer's podcast Betrayal here . Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @CruzKayne Follow A Good Cry: Instagram: @agoodcrypod Check out Michael's one-man show Sorry For Your Loss live at the Minetta Lane Theatre in New York from April 28 - June 10th. Get your tickets here . Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystu...

May 11, 202354 minEp. 10

Atsuko Okatsuka

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael chats with Atsuko Okatsuka. They talk about schizophrenia, living in your uncle's garage, and making an homage for your mom. Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @CruzKayne Follow A Good Cry: Instagram: @agoodcrypod Check out Michael's one-man show Sorry For Your Loss live at the Minetta Lane Theatre in New York from April 28 - June 4th. Get your tickets here . Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

May 04, 202351 minEp. 9

Amanda Kloots

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael chats with Amanda Kloots. They talk crying on the way to preschool, social media, and a kind of therapy you might not expect (!). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Apr 27, 202357 minEp. 8

Orna Guralnik

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael chats with Dr. Orna Guralnik. They talk about movement, Israel, and breakups. Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @CruzKayne Follow A Good Cry: Instagram: @agoodcrypod Check out Michael's one-man show Sorry For Your Loss live at the Minetta Lane Theatre in New York from April 28 - June 4th. Get your tickets here . Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://a...

Apr 20, 202348 minEp. 7

Dana Donnelly

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael chats with Dana Donnelly. They talk about mental bargaining, dating coaches, and soft boys thriving. Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @CruzKayne Follow A Good Cry: Instagram: @agoodcrypod Check out Michael's one-man show Sorry For Your Loss live at the Minetta Lane Theatre in New York from April 28 - June 4th. Get your tickets here . Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Priv...

Apr 13, 202348 minEp. 6

Cheryl Hines

Content warning: This episode contains mentions of suicide. On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael chats with Cheryl Hines. They talk about understanding pain, non-sexual throuples, and a code word for the afterlife (ok fine, it's "orangesicle"). If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, call 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or visit www.988lifeline.org for free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne I...

Apr 06, 202356 minEp. 5

Amy Bloom

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael chats with Amy Bloom. They talk about the need to be stupid, meaning well but doing badly, being useful. Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @CruzKayne Follow A Good Cry: Instagram: @agoodcrypod Check out Michael's one-man show Sorry For Your Loss live at the Minetta Lane Theatre in New York from April 28 - June 4th. Get your tickets here . Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See ...

Mar 30, 202349 minEp. 4

Heather McMahan

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael chats with Heather McMahan. They talk about hot doctors, controlling your attitude, and plus-sized caskets. Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @CruzKayne Follow A Good Cry: Instagram: @agoodcrypod Check out Michael's one-man show Sorry For Your Loss live at the Minetta Lane Theatre in New York from April 28 - June 4th. Get your tickets here . Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. S...

Mar 23, 202350 minEp. 3

Jason Ritter

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael chats with Jason Ritter. They talk about little grief warriors, the secret grief club, and receiving condoles. Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @CruzKayne Follow A Good Cry: Instagram: @agoodcrypod Check out Michael's one-man show Sorry For Your Loss live at the Minetta Lane Theatre in New York from April 28 - June 4th. Get your tickets here . Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

Mar 16, 202350 minEp. 2

BenDeLaCreme

Content warning: This episode contains mentions of suicide. On the season 2 premiere of A Good Cry, Michael chats with BenDeLaCreme. They talk about griefing it up, outsourcing support, and the candy coating of drag. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, call 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or visit www.988lifeline.org for free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @CruzKayne Follow A ...

Mar 09, 202358 minEp. 1

Season 2 Trailer

A sneak peek of season 2 of A Good Cry, premiering March 9! Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Follow A Good Cry: Instagram: @agoodcrypod Check out Michael's one-man show Sorry For Your Loss live at the Minetta Lane Theatre in New York from April 28 - June 4th. Get your tickets here . Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:/...

Mar 07, 20232 min

Nora McInerny

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael chats with Nora McInerny. They talk about an awful stretch of tragedies, grief as a bad boyfriend, and Costco brownies at a funeral. Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Apr 21, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 29

Shane Torres

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael talks with Shane Torres. They talk about Shane's mom and dad, getting up off the mat, and smoking in the hospital. A Good Cry was nominated for a Webby Award! Vote for us here: https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2022/podcasts/individual-episodes/interviewtalk-show Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https...

Apr 14, 202240 minEp. 28

Ashley Gavin

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael chats with Ashley Gavin. They talk about her dad, lifelong therapy, and becoming a comedian. A Good Cry was nominated for a Webby Award! Vote for us here: https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2022/podcasts/individual-episodes/interviewtalk-show Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a...

Apr 07, 202255 minEp. 27

Rebecca Soffer

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael chats with Rebecca Soffer. They talk about her parents, Modern Loss , and shoe dropping. Follow A Good Cry on Instagram @agoodcrypod Email Michael with questions, comments, or compliments at agoodcry@theradiopoint.com Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h...

Mar 31, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 26

Joel Kim Booster

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael talks with Joel Kim Booster. They chat about Joel's dad, coming out, karmic exchange rates, and psychedelics. Follow A Good Cry on Instagram @agoodcrypod Email Michael with questions, comments, or compliments at agoodcry@theradiopoint.com Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...

Mar 24, 202254 minEp. 25

Brooks Allison

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael talks with Brooks Allison. They chat about his friend Chris, weird viewings, and Kid A. See Michael's show Sorry For Your Loss live in NYC on 3/18: Tickets Listen to more of Brooks Allison's music: Link to Music Follow A Good Cry on Instagram @agoodcrypod Email Michael with questions, comments, or compliments at agoodcry@theradiopoint.com Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystud...

Mar 17, 202255 minEp. 24

Lotte Bowser

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael chats with Lotte Bowser. They talk about her fiancé Ben, cancer treatment, and dating with grief. Follow A Good Cry on Instagram @agoodcrypod See Michael's show Sorry For Your Loss with Chris Gethard live in NYC on 3/18. Get Tickets Here Email Michael with questions, comments, or compliments at agoodcry@theradiopoint.com Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

Mar 10, 20221 hr 10 minEp. 23

Jason Saenz

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael talks with Jason Saenz. They chat about paralysis, independence, and people who shout well-educated insults. See Michael's show Sorry For Your Loss live in NYC on 3/18: Tickets Email Michael with questions, comments, or compliments at agoodcry@theradiopoint.com Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.co...

Mar 03, 20221 hrEp. 22

Brodie Reed

This week on A Good Cry, Michael chats with Brodie Reed. They get into compounded grief, being Goth, and just a lil bit of Sinbad. Email Michael with questions, comments, or compliments at agoodcry@theradiopoint.com Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-i...

Feb 24, 202259 minEp. 21

Josh Patten

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael talks with Josh Patten. They discuss Josh's dad, shitty atheists, and the very famous gossip pod, Dakota Dish. Come see Michael live on 2/24, with Chris Gethard and Rebecca Soffer: https://www.fotografiska.com/nyc/events/sorry-for-your-loss/ Email Michael with questions, comments, or compliments at agoodcry@theradiopoint.com Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listene...

Feb 17, 202259 minEp. 20

James Naughton

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael talks with James Naughton. They chat about the death of his wife Pam, going from annuals to perennials, and how much husbands need wives. Visit https://www.cga.ct.gov/ to learn more about the Medical Aid in Dying Legislation in Connecticut. Come see Michael live on 2/24, with Chris Gethard and Rebecca Soffer: https://www.fotografiska.com/nyc/events/sorry-for-your-loss/ Email Michael with questions, comments, or compliments at agoodcry@theradiopoint.com Foll...

Feb 10, 20221 hr 2 minEp. 19

Jake Cornell

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael talks with Jake Cornell. They chat about the loss of a friend, teenage essays, and #filetofishheads. Come see Michael live on 2/24, with Chris Gethard and Rebecca Soffer: https://www.fotografiska.com/nyc/events/sorry-for-your-loss/ Email Michael with questions, comments, or compliments at agoodcry@theradiopoint.com Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Feb 03, 202258 minEp. 18

Dave Schilling

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael talks with Dave Schilling. They chat about death, divorce, and dadding, or as no one calls them: the three Ds. Email Michael with questions, comments, or compliments at agoodcry@theradiopoint.com Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva...

Jan 27, 20221 hr 3 minEp. 17

Caitlin Doughty

On this slightly different (!) episode of A Good Cry, Michael talks with mortician and advocate Caitlin Doughty (Ask A Mortician, Order Of The Good Death). They talk about sitting with the dead, sky burials, and bomb-ass funerals. Email Michael with questions, comments, or compliments at agoodcry@theradiopoint.com Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at h...

Jan 20, 20221 hr 3 minEp. 16

Stephanie Wittels Wachs

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael talks with Stephanie Wittels Wachs. They talk about her brother, some very interrupty dogs, and make copious use of the non-word "doven". Email Michael with questions, comments, or compliments at agoodcry@theradiopoint.com Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...

Jan 13, 20221 hr 7 minEp. 15

Adam Cayton-Holland

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael talks with Adam Cayton-Holland. They discuss Adam's sister Lydia, red-tailed hawks, and do a terrible job describing Buddhism. Like really terrible. Email Michael with questions, comments, or compliments at agoodcry@theradiopoint.com Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri...

Jan 06, 20221 hr 3 minEp. 14

Josh Sharp

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael talks with Josh Sharp. They get into cancer, Mr. Ripley, and shaman ad sales. Email Michael with questions, comments, or compliments at agoodcry@theradiopoint.com Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Dec 30, 20211 hr 9 minEp. 13

Greta Titelman

On this episode of A Good Cry, Michael talks with Greta Titelman. They chat about seeking, validation, and of course, Louboutins. Email Michael with questions, comments, or compliments at agoodcry@theradiopoint.com Follow Michael Cruz Kayne: Twitter: @CruzKayne Instagram: @cruzkayne Advertise on A Good Cry via Gumball.fm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-in...

Dec 23, 202155 minEp. 12
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