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Depression and Comedy with Jessica Holmes
Depression and Comedy with Jessica Holmes
Depression and Comedy with Jessica Holmes
Monday 3rd June 2019
Join comedians Jessica Holmes and Frank King as they explore the intersection of comedy and depression, sharing personal stories and insights.
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Episode Overview
- Comedy can be a powerful tool for discussing mental health.
- Jessica Holmes shares her journey with depression and comedy.
- Frank King discusses chronic suicidality and his TEDx Talks.
- Humor opens conversations about mental health challenges.
- Listeners are encouraged to find light in difficult times.
The best moments are after the show when you've touched somebody emotionally.
In this episode of Mental Health News Radio, host Kristen Sunanta Walker is joined by comedians Jessica Holmes and Frank King to delve into the complex relationship between comedy and mental health. Jessica Holmes, a renowned comic, shares her unique path into stand-up comedy, which began as a dare during her university days. Despite the initial fear, she caught the comedy bug after her first laugh and continued to perform even as she battled depression.
Holmes discusses how she uses humor to engage audiences in conversations about mental health, aiming to break the stigma surrounding these issues. Frank King, known as The Mental Health Comedian, brings his own experiences to the table, including his lifetime battle with major depressive disorder and chronic suicidality. Having written for The Tonight Show for two decades, King has transformed his personal struggles into compelling TEDx Talks, using storytelling to promote suicide prevention.
He highlights how humor can open hearts and minds, making discussions about mental health more accessible and less daunting. Together, Holmes and King explore the emotional highs and lows of life as comedians, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability in their work. They share anecdotes that illustrate how comedy can serve as a conduit for addressing mental health challenges, offering listeners a sense of connection and understanding.
Walker, Holmes, and King remind us that while mental health discussions may sometimes be uncomfortable, they are essential. They encourage listeners to embrace the full spectrum of human emotions, recognizing that humor and laughter can be powerful allies in navigating the complexities of depression and anxiety. Ultimately, this episode is a testament to the transformative power of comedy, demonstrating how laughter can shed light on even the darkest corners of the human experience, fostering hope and resilience in the process.