About the show
Join host John Moe (The Hilarious World of Depression) for honest, relatable, and, yes, sometimes funny conversations about mental health. Hear from comedians, musicians, authors, actors, and other top names in entertainment and the arts about living with depression, anxiety, and many other common disorders.
How to listen
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Who is Dave Holmes?
Dave Holmes is, among other things, a writer, MTV VJ (despite losing the contest that landed him the job), TV host, actor, and even a former advertising executive. He has dealt with anxiety, depression, and a thorny time coming out as a gay man. Play.
When is the next thwod special?
THWoD Special: Tremendous Upside with Chamique Holdsclaw and Metta World Peace. January 13, 2020. Tremendous Upside is a bit like THWoD, but instead of John Moe talking to artists, host and basketball icon Chamique Holdsclaw talks to big-name athletes about their struggles with mental illnesses. Play.
Where does John Moe live?
He lives in St Paul. John Moe asks a lot of questions, writes about things that fascinate him, and speaks into microphones.
Where did John Moe grow up?
He grew up in Federal Way, Washington and graduated from Whitman College. ”. John Moe is the host and creator of the podcast Depresh Mode and of the award-winning hit podcast, The Hilarious World of Depression and the author of the book of the same name.
What is John Moe's new book called?
On his podcast, The Hilarious World of Depression, Moe interviews people who have depression — mostly comics. His new book, also called The Hilarious World ...
Who is the host of the podcast The Hilarious World of Depression?
Humorist John Moe hosts the podcast, The Hilarious World of Depression. Humorist John Moe hosts the podcast, The Hilarious World of Depression.
Does Moe have depression?
He notes he doesn't "suffer from" depression — nor is it something he is "cured of.". Instead, he says, "it's just a thing I have to manage.".
Introducing Depresh Mode with John Moe: Joel Kim Booster Is In A Pit
The writer, comedian, and actor was in a brutal depressive episode when we spoke with him. Couldn’t write, could tell jokes if they were ones he wrote a long time ago. He could probably act, he said, but his creative life was over in his estimation. Hear what depression sounds like.
Movies That Get Depression Right
People with actual depression know better and appreciate films that show the truth about depression. In this episode, our listeners, the beloved THWoD-balls, give their picks, ranging from sci-fi to historical drama to comedy.
Steven Page Camouflages Songs About Depression
As co-founder and co-frontman for the band Barenaked Ladies, Steven Page belted out a lot of up-tempo pop hits. But if you look at the lyrics to songs, you can see a lot of darkness that has continued with his solo work.
The Hilarious World of Depression is Coming to an End
We’re sorry to say that The Hilarious World of Depression will not be back for another season and American Public Media is ending production of the show.
Make It OK
Get resources, tips for talking about mental health, and more at makeitok.org.
Order John's new book! ON SALE NOW!
Inspired by the podcast, it's part memoir of his own journey and part trove of laugh-out-loud stories. "I love this book! It will accelerate your recovery and make you feel less alone while you wait for the meds to kick in." -- Gary Gulman
