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Galina Rivina is a comedian, writer, and podcaster bringing you a show at the intersection of self-mastery and comedy. Expect conversations with a variety of guests including comedians, mental health specialists, artists, authors, dating coaches, doctors, athletes, meditation practitioners, and more. Always striving to bring voices that will help stimulate thought, inspire creativity, explore the complexities of life and love, teach us about our minds, bodies, and spirits, and make everyday life feel a little lighter.
Galina Rivina is a comedian, writer, and podcaster bringing you a show at the intersection of self-mastery and comedy. Expect conversations with a variety of guests including comedians, mental health specialists, artists, authors, dating coaches, doctors, athletes, meditation practitioners, and more. Always striving to bring voices that will help stimulate thought, inspire creativity, explore the complexities of life and love, teach us about our minds, bodies, and spirits, and make everyday life feel a little lighter.
Episodes

Sunday Aug 04, 2024
Episode 37: Josh Edelman, Making Comedy and Magic
Sunday Aug 04, 2024
Sunday Aug 04, 2024
I'm joined by comedian Josh Edelman for an in-depth discussion about comedy, from open mics to whether depression impacts creativity. Josh also shares his experience in documentary film making and his colorful past as a working magician in New York City. Josh's documentary "Mentally Al" is available now to stream on Amazon Prime and his other work, including a schedule of upcoming shows, can be found via social media @ joshedelmancomedy

Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Episode 36: Mike Glazer, Self-Development, Manhood, and CIA Secrets
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Comedian Mike Glazer joins me this episode for an impactful conversation. We cover topics like researching potential partners online, participating in therapy, finding your authentic path in creative work, and much more.
For more on Mike, including upcoming tour dates, you can find him on IG at glazerboohoohoo for links to his other projects.
To help support the show, don't forget to rate & subscribe, share with a friend, and follow you host at thumbgalina

Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Episode 35: Richard Sarvate on Fun, Fashion, and Surviving the Internet
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Comedian Richard Sarvate joins me for a fun chat this week where I spend most of the episode giggling. We chat internet trends, TikTok fame, crazy gig stories, and much more.
Richard is touring and always running some of LA's best comedy shows. Check out his IG at richardthecomedian for a full listing of upcoming dates.

Monday Jul 08, 2024
Episode 34: Monarey Martinez on Getting Your Sh*t Together
Monday Jul 08, 2024
Monday Jul 08, 2024
Comedian Monarey Martinez joins me this week and for a fun, yet deep discussion on everything from personal development to dating. We discuss red flags, meditation, woo woo lifestyle, taking accountability, and much more.
Learn more about Monarey, including upcoming show dates, by following her @monareym here and on IG

Friday Jun 21, 2024
Episode 33: Garrick Bernard, Track Star
Friday Jun 21, 2024
Friday Jun 21, 2024
Comedian and writer Garrick Bernard joins me for a fun chat about life and technology. He shares some hard truths learned from high school, his passion for hitting the track in some of the fastest cars he can get his hands on, our outlook on EVs, and much more. Garrick is on the road doing stand-up in a city near you. Find him on socials at @garrickbernard for tour dates, tickets, and more.

Thursday May 30, 2024
Episode 32: Ali Stepka on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Thursday May 30, 2024
Thursday May 30, 2024
This episode I'm joined by therapist Ali Stepka, LMFT, LPCC. Ali specializes in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), counseling, exposure and response prevention coaching, and individual and group therapy. She shares her wealth of knowledge on ACT, personality disorders, OCD, therapy, mindful practices, and much more. You can support Ali by pre-ordering her workbook ACT Your Way to the Life You Love on Amazon and visiting her website allisonstepkamft.com

Thursday May 16, 2024
Episode 31: Katrina Davis Draws Us In
Thursday May 16, 2024
Thursday May 16, 2024
This week I'm joined by longtime friend and comedian Katrina Davis. We explore the topics of aging, dealing with health, women in certain segments of the job market, the motivations for her new show, and much more.
Katrina can be found on social media @katrinasivad. Follow her to see her latest shows around NYC, as well as upcoming tour dates on the road.

Wednesday May 08, 2024
Episode 30: Horsing Around with Maxi Witrak
Wednesday May 08, 2024
Wednesday May 08, 2024
Comedian Maxi Witrak joins me this week at the studio. We dive deep into work-life balance, being in the creative field, therapy, Maxi's rich history with horses, and much more.
For more on Maxi, you can find her Instagram @maddmaxi and keep an eye out for her shows. For more about your host, you can find me @thumbgalina.

Thursday May 02, 2024
Episode 29: It's Got Everything with Omid Singh
Thursday May 02, 2024
Thursday May 02, 2024
Get ready for an absolutely hilarious episode with comedian Omid Singh. We talk about how his dog is ruling his life, his close encounter with a cloud seeding disaster, how stand up comedy and surfing are the same, and much more. Omid has a special available on Youtube that you can find @omidsinghcomedy or in IG @omidsingh

Thursday Apr 25, 2024
Episode 28: Ken Garr & the Circus
Thursday Apr 25, 2024
Thursday Apr 25, 2024
Comedian Ken Garr joins me this week to dish out travel tips, ponder work-life balance, and share some wild stories. Our conversation was both silly and motivational. Check out Ken's latest special, "Love From Las Vegas" available now on YouTube. You can see more of his work by following him on IG at kengarrwastaken and you can learn more about your host by subscribing to this page or following your host @thumbgalina on IG
