NYC based comedian and actor, Ralph Anthony, interviews other stand up comedians from all over the world to discuss their mental health and how being in therapy helps aid that journey.
In this episode of Unmasking the Mic, Ralph Anthony sits down with NYC based comedian, Michael Clayton. They discuss the power of partnerships whereby we find strength in being supported by someone who is emotionally responsible and intelligent. They discuss how relationships can ripple childhood trauma and so it's monumental that we talk about these things so avoid resenting our significant others. They also dig deep into coping mechanisms and how they can be fuel for confrontations within a relationship. Not to mention some good ole fashioned comedy talk.
21 Mar 2022
Unmasking The Mic - Episode 11 - Elizabeth Lopez
In this episode of Unmasking the Mic, Ralph Anthony sits down with New Jersey native and comedian, Elizabeth Lopez. They discuss the efficiency of having a mental health tag team of a therapist and a psychiatrist, and how someone else's life changing situation pushed Elizabeth to finally seek out help. She also schools Ralph on the theory of "HALT," which is an acronym for hungry, angry, lonely or tired. This thinking has allowed Elizabeth to explore her daily struggles and stressors to see if there is validity in them or if it's one of the HALT traits. They also talk about parenting and comedy as well as how to focus on just being positive in the present moment.
11 Mar 2022
Unmasking The Mic - Episode 10 - Josh Alba
In this episode of Unmasking the Mic, Ralph Anthony sits down with New York City native and comedian, Josh Alba. They discuss how comedians in therapy are more mentally eqiupped to handle comedy in NYC as well as being the first person in his family to seek out a therapist. They also discuss how as comedians here in the city, we have a tendency to attach our self worth to how many shows we're doing or the clubs we're working in. Plus, Josh also lends some insight as breaking down stigmas and the devasting events from Hurricane Ida that brought him to seeking out therapy.
28 Feb 2022
Unmasking The Mic - Episode 9 - Genevieve Rice
In this episode of Unmasking the Mic, Ralph Anthony sits down with the founder of the Bird City Comedy Festival and Phoenix based comedian, Genevieve Rice. They discuss how comedians in therapy do not think comedy is therapy but more an expression of relatable situations and how those emotionally charged issues sometimes prove to be the best comedy. They also talk about what brought her to therapy in the first place and how Genevieve's team of therapists for specific experiences is an amazing foundation for her positive mental well being as well as how she shares a therapist with her husband. The pair also dig deep into how breaking the news about therapy to your parents is more difficult than it seems and to parent during a pandemic.
21 Feb 2022
Unmasking The Mic - Episode 8 - Pete Stegmeyer Part II
In this episode of Unmasking the Mic, Ralph Anthony sits down with Army veteran, author, podcaster, and comedian, Pete Stegmeyer. They double down on their discussion about how the Army approaches mental health and the harm that comes from their current practices, as well as, PTSD and how bringing up being in therapy to your family is not as easy as it might sound. This is the second of two episodes for this interview as there too much information for just one episode.
14 Feb 2022
Unmasking The Mic - Episode 7 - Pete Stegmeyer Part I
In this episode of Unmasking the Mic, Ralph Anthony sits down with Army veteran, author, podcaster, and comedian, Pete Stegmeyer. They talk about how riding high from the success of accomplishments, and how staying in your lane while trusting the process proves to be the recipe for success. They also start discussing how the Army approaches mental health and the harm that comes from their current practices, as well as, PTSD. This is the first of two episodes for this interview as there too much information for just one episode.
7 Feb 2022
Unmasking The Mic - Episode 6 - Kristin Seltman
In this episode of Unmasking the Mic, Ralph Anthony sits down with NYC based comedian, Kristin Seltman. They talk about how she managed her mental health journey while living back home during the early days of the pandemic and how she had to find a therapist after her original therapist quit. They also discuss how a toxic relationship can be the wakeup call someone needs in order to take control of their mental health, being vulnerable and how therapy sessions can turn issues into comedy bits.
31 Jan 2022
Unmasking The Mic - Episode 5 - Mo Haskins
In this episode of Unmasking the Mic, Ralph Anthony sits down with comedian and licensed mental health counselor, Mo Haskins. They talk about how sleep and sleep deprivation are major drivers in someone's mental health and can lead to depression, as well as how we all have an inner need and want for community. Mo also breaks down how he balances his mental health while helping those in need of his mental health services.
19 Dec 2021
Unmasking The Mic - Episode 4 - Tracey Carnazzo
In this episode of Unmasking the Mic, Ralph Anthony sits down with NYC based comedian and podcast host, Tracey Carnazzo. They talk about the driving force behind her lifelong commitment to being the best version of herself, getting into therapy, finding the right therapist, and how everyone should be in therapy.
13 Dec 2021
Unmasking The Mic - Episode 3 - Joe Fernandes
In this episode of Unmasking the Mic, Ralph Anthony sits down with New Jersey based comedian, Joe Fernandes. They talk all things comedy and therapy, what it's like balancing a career and family life, as well as how being in recovery has helped his journey.
2 Dec 2021
Unmasking The Mic - Episode 2 - Tara Christian Weidner
In this episode of Unmasking the Mic, Ralph Anthony sits down with Seattle based comedian, Tara Christian Weidner. They talk all things comedy and therapy, finding your happy place, how your insecurities will control you, and what it's like to run out of f**ks to give.
2 Dec 2021
Unmasking The Mic - Episode 1 - Ralph Anthony
In this first episode of Unmasking the Mic, Ralph Anthony discusses what brought him to creating this podcast and how getting into therapy is the greatest gift anyone could ever give themselves.
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