Rapid Fire: Alyson Stoner
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Jan 27, 2022•7 min•Ep. 74
Mayim Bialik's Breakdown
Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown is a quirky, informative, and interactive podcast breaking down the myths and misunderstandings about mental health and emotional well-being. Neuroscientist Mayim Bialik combines her academic background with vast personal experience to provide listeners with valuable practical advice focusing on removing the stigma surrounding mental health and encouraging an understanding of the mind-body connection. Nothing is off limits as Mayim breaks it down with an amazing collection of guests.
Episodes
Julie Bowen: There is No Normal
Julie Bowen ( Modern Family, Boston Legal, Happy Gilmore, Quitters podcast) opens up about anxiety, the ambivalence of motherhood, and the steps she takes to stay grounded. She takes us through her anxiety journey in the early days of antidepressants, her meditation methods, and the importance of not waiting to seek help. She and Mayim discuss parenting children with vastly different baselines and the negative effects of physical punishment. Mayim breaks down therapy flooding and explains why tr...
Jan 25, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 73
Rapid Fire: Kel Mitchell
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Jan 20, 2022•7 min•Ep. 72
Tony Hale: Practice Contentment Where You Are
Tony Hale ( Veep, Arrested Development, Toy Story 4, Being the Ricardos, Clifford The Big Red Dog, Archibald’s Next Big Thing ) discusses the impact a chronic, invisible condition can have on mental health. He explains how living with severe asthma shifted his worldview and contributed to his anxiety and panic attacks, and the consequences of living life in a state of constant vigilance. Tony opens up about how being bullied led him to build a comedic defense system, why he loves connecting with...
Jan 18, 2022•57 min•Ep. 71
Rapid Fire: Howie Mandel
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Jan 13, 2022•5 min•Ep. 70
Connor Franta: Awareness to Awakening
Connor Franta (entrepreneur, content creator, author of House Fires ) opens up about the impact his sexuality has had on his mental health. He walks us through his coming out journey, from depression and suicidal thoughts stemming from questioning his sexuality through the reactions of his family, friends, and fans upon releasing his extremely popular coming out video on YouTube. Connor explains the ways he has attempted to distract himself from his inner conflicts, the ways in which mental heal...
Jan 11, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 69
Howie Mandel: Never too Late to Make a Change
Howie Mandel ( America’s Got Talent, Deal or No Deal, Howie Mandel Does Stuff podcast) opens up about his struggles with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and OCD. He discusses the rituals and intrusive thoughts that force him to hit the pause button on his life, why he finally decided to seek professional treatment, and how his diagnoses have affected his lifepath. Howie explains how Candid Camera first inspired him to do comedy and recounts his first time onstage performing stand-up. He and Mayim con...
Dec 28, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 68
Kara Mayer Robinson: Make Order Out of Chaos
Kara Mayer Robinson (licensed mental health counselor, talk show host, journalist, writer, host of the Really Famous podcast) gives us tools and coping strategies to face the challenges in spending time with family, just in time for the holidays! Kara gives us practical tips for mentally preparing ourselves to deal with combative family members, including journaling, identifying triggers, and forming a reactionary game plan and exit strategy. She highlights the importance of setting healthy boun...
Dec 21, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 67
Sarah Silverman: Grow a Pair of Lips
Sarah Silverman ( The Sarah Silverman Podcast, The Sarah Silverman Program, I Love You, America, Wreck It Ralph, Santa Inc. , author of The Bedwetter ) discusses the origins of her "shock value" comedy style, her reaction to being called "one of the guys" in comedy, and the importance of growing and changing with the times, especially as a comedian. She opens up about the trauma passed down within her family, the moment that led her to receive a depression diagnosis, and her experience with bein...
Dec 14, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 66
Jonathan Lipnicki: Be Proactive in Finding Happiness
Jonathan Lipnicki ( Jerry Maguire, Stuart Little, Comeback Kids podcast) opens up about his struggles with anxiety, panic attacks, and irrational fears. He discusses his difficulties with balancing the success of his career as a child actor with being severely bullied in school, and the coping mechanisms he has used to deal with bullying and anxiety. Mayim and Lipnicki bond over their martial arts training and the problem-solving it teaches, and Mayim adopts Lipnicki’s mantra. They discuss inter...
Dec 07, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 65
Bevisode with Mayim’s Mom! Reevaluate & Make Amends
Bev breaks down previous episodes in our sixth Bevisode installment! This week, Bev reacts to past episodes including: microaggressions and reservations about therapy with Lamorne Morris, Lindsey Stirling’s old soul and multidisciplinary skillset, and her resonation with Timer Hawkeye’s simple, yet fulfilling lifestyle. She reflects on Rainn Wilson’s centered approach to recovery, the positivity and importance of Anthony Green’s outlook, and Matthew McConaughey’s confidence, spirituality, and fo...
Dec 02, 2021•48 min•Ep. 64
Danica McKellar: Listen to Your Truth Bell
Danica McKellar ( The Wonder Years actress, author, producer, speaker, and mathematician) joins us to discuss what it was like to play the character of “Winnie Cooper” in The Wonder Years , and her struggle to find her identity separate from the iconic dreamgirl role. She discusses how she managed to stay grounded while growing up in the public eye, overcoming her insecurities, and the spiritual lessons she has learned from studying the patterns in her life. Danica explains why she took a break ...
Nov 30, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 63
Chelsea Handler: Unpack Delayed Grief
Chelsea Handler ( Dear Chelsea Podcast, comedian, television host, best-selling author) stops by to discuss the importance of unpacking trauma and delayed grief. She opens up about growing up in a dysfunctional home, and how the trauma of losing her older brother impacted her entire family and reinforced her commitment to spreading humor. Chelsea explains the journey of her relationship with alcohol, her recent decision to begin therapy, and her life-changing ayahuasca experience. She considers ...
Nov 23, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 62
Molly Ringwald: Avoid Absorbing Too Much Pain
Molly Ringwald ( Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club, Pretty in Pink, The Kissing Booth 3 ) joins us to discuss the things she admires and regrets about starring in John Hughes’ movies. Mayim and Molly bond over their early roles on Facts of Life , coping with rejection at an early age, and Mayim opens up about why she has resonated with many of Molly’s roles. Molly reveals the reasons she left Hollywood to move to France in her early 20’s, and considers whether the responsibility of art is to c...
Nov 16, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 61
Alyson Stoner: Create Space to Try
Alyson Stoner ( Step Up, Cheaper by the Dozen , Co-Founder of Movement Genius, author of Mind Body Pride: The 7-Step Guide to Deeper Inner Connection ) joins us to discuss the role physical movement plays in promotion of mental and emotional health. She details her childhood in the entertainment industry, growing up around abuse and addiction, and how focusing on the mind-body connection serves as a grounding tool from those stressors. Alyson opens up about her experiences with using disordered ...
Nov 09, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 60
Jenny Taitz: You Only Fail if you Bail
Dr. Jenny Taitz (Assistant Clinical Professor in Psychiatry at UCLA and licensed clinical psychologist board certified in cognitive behavioral therapy) is back to answer listener questions about disordered eating, her personal path to becoming a therapist, and the resources she recommends for aspiring psychologists. Dr. Taitz discusses the causes of disordered eating, suggests when to seek help, and the types of treatments she advocates. She considers social media’s role in the increased prevale...
Nov 04, 2021•50 min•Ep. 59
Kel Mitchell: No Mistakes, Just Lessons
Kel Mitchell ( All That , Kenan & Kel , Good Burger , author of Blessed Mode: 90 Days to Level Up Your Faith ) joins us to discuss his early career as a 90’s Nickelodeon star and the major life events that shaped him into the man of faith he is today. He details his class clown and theatre beginnings, finding his comedy partner in Kenan Thompson, and the impact of the diversity shown on All That . Kel draws comparisons between his childhood in the southside of Chicago where he lost loved ones to...
Nov 02, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 58
Nikki Glaser: The Drug of Feelings
Nikki Glaser ( The Nikki Glaser Podcast , FBoy Island, Nikki Glaser: Bangin' ) stops by to discuss the importance of being present and feeling your feelings. She opens up about being raised by an anxious parent, her relationship with her parents before, during, and after therapy, and the sensory issues she struggled with as a child. Nikki reveals the origins of her previous suicidal thoughts, how she went from being scared of boys to being known for her overtly sexual humor, and why she is consi...
Oct 26, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 57
David Poses: Get to the Root of Addiction
David Poses (speaker, expert, activist, author of The Weight of Air ) discusses the intersection of addiction and mental health. He opens up about becoming addicted to heroin in an attempt to treat his depression after learning about it in a school drug education program, and how he was able to function on and effectively hide his addiction to the drug. Mayim and David debate the benefits and disadvantages of 12-step programs and consider how society’s need for instant gratification may contribu...
Oct 19, 2021•48 min•Ep. 56
Vishen Lakhiani: Practical Steps to Follow Your Heart & Generate Self-Love
Vishen Lakhiani (Founder & CEO of Mindvalley, author of The Buddha & The Badass and The Code of the Extraordinary Mind ) opens up about his inspiration for starting Mindvalley, an award-winning education movement with millions of students worldwide. He details his past struggles with suicidal thoughts before making the decision to go against the grain and chase his dreams, shaping his own life free from judgement or stigma. After defining what it means to be an entrepreneur, Vishen teaches us ho...
Oct 12, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 55
Bevisode with Mayim’s Mom! Mayim’s Mantra & The Gravity of Gratitude
Bev breaks down previous episodes in our fifth Bevisode installment! This week, Bev reacts to a hefty slot of episodes including: Jackson Galaxy’s guardrails and involution, reinventing yourself creatively like Melissa Bernstein, and all things aging with Dr. Small. She considers Rabbi Steve Leder’s stance on decluttering and sanctification of the mundane, Dr. Jenny Taitz’ approach to Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and empathizes with Steve Hassan. Bev responds to Kelly Clarkson and Hunter McGrad...
Oct 07, 2021•30 min•Ep. 54
Tig Notaro: Find Comfort in Simplicity
Tig Notaro ( Tig Notaro: Drawn , Don't Ask Tig podcast, Tig & Cheryl: True Story podcast) drops by to discuss how her chaotic childhood and health struggles shaped her into the talented stand-up comedian she is today. She details her musical background, dropping out of school, and the confusing feelings she had about her sexuality. She opens up about the most difficult time in her life - dealing with a serious medical condition, losing her mother, and going through a breakup, all within the span...
Oct 05, 2021•47 min•Ep. 53
Dr. Christine Moutier: We All Have A Role to Play
Dr. Christine Moutier (Chief Medical Officer, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention) debunks myths about suicide and discusses the big risk factors associated with the act. She details her path to becoming a suicide prevention advocate and shares how her own mental health journey during medical school led her to become a safe space for others. Dr. Moutier lists the occupations with the highest risk of suicide, the suicide patterns across every demographic, and the physical, emotional, and p...
Sep 30, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 52
Michael Sweetney: Write Your Own Story
Michael Sweetney, (former NBA player & current Yeshiva Assistant Coach) details his journey through professional basketball, from the pressure he felt as a star player and student athlete at Georgetown to his experience with depression after the sudden, tragic loss of his father. He opens up about why he hated playing basketball at first, the grueling mind-body experience of being drafted, and the criticism he faced for removing himself from the NBA. Michael explains his backfired attempt to use...
Sep 28, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 51
Jalen Rose: Master Your Role
Jalen Rose (NBA player, NY Times best-selling author, NBA Countdown, Jalen & Jacoby, Get Up ) opens up about the brotherhood of the Fab 5, the impact of stress from playing professional basketball on his mental health, and his undying love for the city of Detroit. He describes his childhood growing up in the segregated city of Detroit during a drug epidemic, his partnership and close bond with his mom, and how his entrepreneurial spirit was influenced by never knowing his NBA star father, Jimmy ...
Sep 21, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 50
Alan Gordon: Stop Chronic Pain
Alan Gordon (founder of the Pain Psychology Center and author of The Way Out: A Revolutionary, Scientifically Proven Approach to Healing Chronic Pain ) stops by to guide Mayim through somatic tracking in an effort to alleviate her severe, stress-induced chronic back pain. After detailing his own journey suffering years of sustained pain in almost every area of his body, Alan highlights the benefits of pain as a danger signal and the importance of understanding the source of physiological symptom...
Sep 16, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 49
David Archuleta: Permission to Make Mistakes
David Archuleta ( American Idol , OK, All Right Tour, author of My Little Prayer ) opens up about discovering his sexual identity and the aspects of his religion he continues to hang onto as he navigates it. David discusses how taking time to step back from his musical career to go on his mission amidst fears he was sabotaging his career and an urge to keep American Idol fans proud of him led to deep introspection and transformation. After Mayim breaks down the process of dissociation as a copin...
Sep 14, 2021•56 min•Ep. 48
David Sinclair: Reverse Aging & Extend Your Lifespan
David Sinclair (biologist, Professor of Genetics at Harvard Medical School, and author of Lifespan: Why We Age and Why We Don’t Have To ) discusses ways we can extend our lifespan and the work he’s doing to slow and reverse aging brain cells. He details the best lifestyle changes and emerging technologies available now to prevent most diseases until our 80’s, increase longevity, and even reverse the effects of aging. David opens up about his mental health struggles stemming from his own insecuri...
Sep 09, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 47
Andy Richter: Work for Peace
Andy Richter ( Conan , Madagascar , Three Questions with Andy Richter podcast) opens up about his childhood, mental health struggles, and his almost 30-year tenure as a late night tv sidekick. He details his experience with depression and lack of self-assuredness at an early age, and explains what lured him to performing. Andy describes the lack of agency and confusion he felt for being okay with his role as a sidekick, learning to be by himself and navigate the dating world after divorce, and w...
Sep 07, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 46
Matthew McConaughey: Love Hard
Matthew McConaughey ( Dazed and Confused , Dallas Buyers Club , Greenlights author) takes us on an electrifying journey through his intriguing life, from his intense childhood in which his parents divorced and remarried each other three times, to surviving off a head of lettuce with ketchup in Australia, to his current ambitions considering a run for political office. Matthew details his life-changing quests sparked by having the same wet dream twice and how he puts himself in positions to recei...
Aug 31, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 45
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