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#80: Torio Van Grol & the Late Night Burrito

In this episode, I'm joined by comedian Torio Van Grol. Torio shares why he thinks people stay stuck in bad cities, how it feels to be a hypochondriac, why not taking care of your body can be a slippery slope, how he dislocated his shoulder and the unusual way he got it fixed, what he thinks of Katy Perry going to space, why he actually enjoys checking his astrology, and much more.

Connect:
Torio Van Grol - https://www.instagram.com/toriovangrol/?hl=enhttp://www.toriovangrol.com/

 

Galina Rivina - https://www.instagram.com/thumbgalina/

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#79: Sam Led, ADHD - Stimulus Response Experts

In this episode, I'm joined by ADHD coach Sam Led. Sam is a consultant, coach, and author of the book Beyond ADHD. He shares why ADHD is a thought-based experience that we can work with to cultivate presence and our internal wisdom, why we should stop pathologizing ADHD, how he feels about today's self-diagnosing culture, why ADHD is a superb mechanism left over from hunter/gatherer days, how not to get blocked by thoughts, where medication plays a role, how to get out of your brain's house of horrors, and much more.

Connect:
Sam Led - https://www.instagram.com/samled1111/

https://www.samledconsulting.com/

Galina Rivina - https://www.instagram.com/thumbgalina/#podcast 

 

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#78: Alex Hooper, Vulnerability Hangover

In this episode, I'm joined by comedian Alex Hooper. Alex shares what it was like getting diagnosed with lymphoma, his experience with medical debt and insurance, the mental toll of health issues, why he didn't want to sue, how he cultivated the healing powers of psychedelics, what makes roast battle so fun and unique, what his favorite jokes have been, why we shouldn't be fueled by hate, and much more.

Connect:

Alex Hooper - https://www.instagram.com/hooperhairpuff/?hl=en

Special - Brace Yourself - https://www.hoopercomedy.com/

Galina Rivina - https://www.instagram.com/thumbgalina/#

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#77: J.B. Ball, Pick Your Gimmick Wisely

In this episode, I'm joined by comedian J.B. Ball. J.B. shares his alternative take on sports vs games, what breeds athleticism, what it's like to grow up with a trophy room in his childhood home, why some of the hardest workers are struggling, what made the Kendrick Lamar halftime show so important, what happens when artists genre bend, why comedians would benefit from more gimmicks, why he'd rather perform outside of LA, and much more.

Connect:
J.B. Ball - https://www.instagram.com/ball4president/?hl=en

Special - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ER2o99OA-CE

 

Galina Rivina -  https://www.instagram.com/thumbgalina/

 

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#76: Josh Lanzet, Head on a Swivel

In this episode, I'm joined by comedian Josh Lanzet. Josh shares about his relationship to anxiety, why he seems to always need to be intellectually stimulated, why you should have your head on a swivel, how he became an unofficial ambassador for Salt 'n' Straw ice cream, how to find your favorite brands, why no one is funnier than children from the UK, how he got serious enough about marriage to find a wife, the four categories of romantic partners, why men should try pedicures, and much more.

Connect:
Josh Lanzet -  https://www.instagram.com/joshlanzet/?hl=en

Galina Rivina - https://www.instagram.com/thumbgalina/#podcast 

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#75: Keith Johnson, Only Child Sh*t

In this episode, I’m joined by comedian Keith Johnson. Keith reminds us why we should never abandon family phone plans, what it looks like when someone seems ready for marriage, why we might need to test our partners, his thoughts on the taxi cab theory, how money dynamics make people strange in relationships, why he stays suspicious of politicians at all times, how Hollywood already received the DOGE treatment long before the rest of the country, and much more.

Connect:
Keith Johnson - https://www.instagram.com/keithjohnsonhq/

Galina Rivina -  https://www.instagram.com/thumbgalina/#

 

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#74: Dave Neal, Our System is Flawed

In this episode, I’m joined by comedian and host of The Rush Hour Podcast Dave Neal. Dave shares what it’s like approaching 40, how he finds inspiration in cities, what it’s like living in a politically extreme state, why California fumbled the homelessness issue, where issues lie with maternity leave policies, how empathy can create obvious solutions, the magic of Bernie Sanders,  what it’s like to lose audience over politics, and much more.

Connect:
Dave Neal - https://www.youtube.com/@DaveNealComedianhttps://www.instagram.com/dnealz/?hl=en

Galina Rivina - https://www.instagram.com/thumbgalina/

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#73: Nicole Aimee Schreiber, Front Porch Test Relationships

In this episode, I’m joined by comedian Nicole Aimee Schreiber. Nicole shares why she’s curious about evidence-based ideas, how she’s coming to terms with AI, why Charles Darwin would hate online dating, where the line is between being politically informed and protecting your piece of mind, what to look for on apps, why female friendships should never be overlooked, how sense of humor impacts relationships, and much more.

Connect:
Nicole Aimee Schreiber - https://www.instagram.com/nicoleaimee/?hl=en

http://www.nicoleaimee.com/

 

Galina Rivina - https://www.instagram.com/thumbgalina/#

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#72: Morgan Jay Takes Over My Apartment

In this episode, I'm joined by comedian and musician Morgan Jay. Listen in as Morgan smothers my dog with love and shares how he reconciles hard work and fame, why he's riding the wave of his success, why self care is paramount, how he keeps a routine on the road, why you need to visualize and speak kindly to yourself, what's in his DMs, what creates good relationship dynamics, and much more.

Connect:

Morgan Jay - https://www.instagram.com/morganjay/?hl=en

https://morganjay.com/

Galina Rivina - https://www.instagram.com/thumbgalina/#

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#71: Raquel Barrantes, Sound Healer

In this episode, I’m joined by sound healer Raquel Barrates. Raquel shares what it’s like to experience a sound bath, how we connect to music, what we can learn about silence, how noise can be a distraction, why sounds break up static energy and reduce cortisol, what you should know about frequencies, the significance of humming, and much more.

Connect Raquel Barrantes - https://www.instagram.com/innocentlyw...

Galina Rivina -   / thumbgalina  

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