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#61: LA Fires, Firefighter Answers Questions & Other Resources

In this episode, I'm joined by several special guests to help answer questions surrounding the Palisades and Eaton fires that have left Los Angeles devastated.

Eric Johnson, a wildland firefighter with the US Forest Service, explains the barriers to fire abatement, why most cities are not equipped to handle fires this size, how the winds came into play, defining containment, and much more.

I also speak briefly with two FEMA representatives on GoFundMe and insurance, and a senior program manager for Better Neighbors Project on what people can do to lend their support.

Resources:

Support the Tim Hart Wildland Firefighter Classification and Pay Parity Act - www.grassrootswildlandfirefighters.com

Support pet owners - https://www.foundanimals.org/an-animal-welfare-guide-to-supporting-those-affected-by-the-los-angeles-wildfires-by-michelson-found-animals/ Pet-Inclusive resources -

https://www.petsandhousing.org/resources/

Socials:

Instagram - thumbgalina

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#60: Dana Moon, Nothing is Too Woo-Woo

In this episode, I'm joined by comedian Dana Moon. Dana and I have a pseudo-funeral for TikTok mere hours before service is restored, laughing about how much the app has taught us. Also, Dana shares her experience evacuating during the LA fires, why nothing is too woo-woo, what makes a good tarot card reading, her red flags, how she defines masculine and feminine energy, how her hilarious character Mango was born, her ranking of love based reality tv shows, and more.

For more about Dana, follow her on Instagram @danamoonme. Here, you'll find links to upcoming shows, her OnlyFans comedy content, and her character's Instagram @mang0healing.

For more about your host, Galina Rivina, you can follow me on IG @thumbgalina.

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#59: Stuart Thompson, Fatherhood for Cats & Humans

In this episode, I'm joined by comedian Stuart Thompson. Stuart shares why art is about the message rather than the venue, what it's like to be your own boss, how he's preparing to be a stay-at-home dad, why round animals are a national treasure, demystifying crowd work comedians, why he's good at building things, and much more.

Stuart released a comedy special titled, "Conditional Love" streaming on YouTube, Apple, and Amazon. For more information on Stuart, including upcoming shows, follow him on Instagram @stuartbthompson.

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#58: Christine E. Agaibi, Science of Resilience

In this episode, I'm joined by Christine E. Agaibi. Christine has studied resilience and positive psychology for over 24 years, earning her Masters (MA) and Doctorate (PhD) graduate training in Counseling Psychology.

We discuss her definition of resilience, how to create it in your life, the relationship between resilience and the nervous system, the 24 character strengths commonly used to move forward, why people wallow, holding on versus letting go, intellectualizing feelings, the parasympathetic nervous system, how to savor the good, and much more.

To learn more, visit: https://www.caresilience.com/

The 24 Character Strengths chart: https://posproject.org/character-strengths/

Book mention: The Hope Circuit - Martin Seligman

To learn more about your host, find Galina Rivina on Instagram @ thumbgalina

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#57: Neel Ghosh, Man with a Skin Care Plan

This week I'm joined by comedian and musician Neel Ghosh! Neel shares why he believes New York City is the greatest, his routined self care regiment, what it's like to tour with Michael Blaustein, how to avoid crazies on the subway, why aliens would never land here, why some men admit to love bombing on purpose, why we're fan girling over Luigi Mangione, and much more.

Socials: Guest - Instagram: neel.ghost

Host - Instagram: thumbgalina

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#56: Logan Guntzelman, So You F***ed Your First Jew

In this episode, I'm joined by comedian Logan Guntzelman. Logan and I talk shop about comedy; weird road stories, dating comedians, and how our careers feel after the ten year mark. Logan also shares how she got into trolling products, working at The Comedy Store, the importance of sharing hobbies, dating expectations, what she's learned from her relationship, and more.

Socials:

Guest Instagram and YouTube -  @placesitookashitthisyear 

Host Instagram - @thumbgalina

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Episode 55: Bill Squire, Comedy, Authenticity, & Life Transitions

In this episode, I'm joined by comedian Bill Squire. Bill shares his unfiltered thoughts on going through a layoff from iHeart Radio, why the manosphere sucks, why edge-lord comedy doesn't work, how to meditate without sitting, why Cleveland can be an amazing place to live, why AI is ruining art, what he's learned about love and relationships, and much more.

Bill has a new special, 'We're Getting Famous' dropping December 17 on Apple and Amazon. Check out his podcast Cleveland America and follow Bill on Instagram and YouTube  @billsquire  for tour dates.

You can find more about your host Galina Rivina on Instagram @ thumbgalina.

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Books referenced:

Men Who Hate Women - Laura Bates

The Game - Neil Strauss

Episode 54: Summer J., Surfer Cowgirl

In this episode, I'm joined by comedian Summer J. She shares what it was like to grow up in the cattle ranch business in Hereford, TX, how cows get a bad rap in farming, how to get your hair Good God big, why it's good to DM your crush, why birthdays can actually be overwhelming, and much more. Plus, we play a fun game of California vs. Texas to see which state has the best attributes.

Socials

Guest Instagram: @summyhaha

Host Instagram: @thumbgalina

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Episode 53: Paige Pritchard, Money Saving Psychology

In this episode, I'm joined by Paige Pritchard from Overcoming Overspending. Paige breaks down the dangers of impulse shopping, how spending stereotypes formed between men and women, why money should feel abundant, how money and feelings are intertwined, how to remove the drama from budgeting, the relationship between dopamine and shopping addictions, how to not fall for sales, and much more.

Paige's programs, including the Escape Emotional Shopping program mentioned in the episode, can be found at https://overcomingoverspending.com. Paige has been featured on Dr. Phil, NBC, Fox Business, and The Guardian, just to name a few. You can follow her on Instagram and TikTok at overcoming_overspending and learn more on Paige's The Money Love Podcast.

For more about your host, you can find Galina Rivina on Instagram at thumbgalina where I regularly post new clips and stand up dates.

Book mention: The Psychology of Money - Morgan Housel

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Episode 52: Joe Abousakher, Let's Not Optimize

In this episode, I'm joined by comedian Joe Abousakher. Joe shares why he's not into the lifestyle of optimizing everything, his household split on holidays, growing up with a half Palestinian and half Southern household, how men can enjoy shopping, raising a Gen Z daughter, why he actually loved the pandemic, and much more.

Joe is the host of the podcast Here With Joe and performs stand up all over. For more about Joe, you can find him on Instagram @herewithjoe.

For more about your host, you can find Galina Rivina on Instagram @thumbgalina.

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