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THE CIRCLE IS podCASTS1 Ep17: Manifesting Magick, Humor, and Healing w/ Alec MapaIn this hilarious and heartfelt episode of The Circle Is Podcast, Mat Auryn and Rachel True welcome actor, comedian, and America’s favorite Gaysian sweetheart, Alec Mapa! Alec brings his signature wit and charm to a lively conversation about everything from growing up with Filipino superstitions to his journey as a gay man navigating Hollywood, fatherhood, and spirituality. He shares how he’s used humor, manifestation, and a little bit of magic to get through life’s toughest moments—including cancer recovery and adopting his son. The trio dives into Tarot, rituals, and the power of intention, with Alec giving h...
2024-10-1559 min
Sam Pancake Presents the Monday Afternoon MovieTHE PEOPLE with Alec MapaLet the new season of horror begin! Sam Pancake is here in the new year to get back to the Monday Afternoon Movie roots, which is all that is shocking and scary and sometimes ridiculous. He's asked actor and now returning guest Alec Mapa to sit down with him to watch the 1972 film THE PEOPLE, starring William Shatner, Kim Darby, and Diane Varsi. A school teacher takes a job teaching at a very rural school where she discovers that the locals adhere to very strict rules regarding their society as well as their children. Is there more t...
2024-01-291h 31
It's A Hawaii ThingAlec Mapa - Actor, Comedian, Writer and Cohost Squirrel Friends“America’s GAYSIAN Sweetheart” – Alec Mapa! He has been making people laugh since he was a little kid growing up in San Francisco and now he is an actor, comedian, and writer. He scored his first break playing the role of Song Liling in David Henry Huang’s Broadway production of M. Butterfly in which he toured the country. Alec has made guest appearances on a variety of TV shows like Roseanne, The Jamie Foxx Show, Seinfeld, Dharma and Greg, Desperate Housewives and the popular hit series Friends. His movie appearances include parts in Bright Lights, Big City, Connie and Carla...
2022-10-2936 min
Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistThe Best of Drag QueensIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matt look back on some of their favorite moments with the amazing drag queens that have appeared on the show. Alaska Thunderfuck opens up about the backlash she received after Drag Race, Peppermint talks about sex addiction and self-loathing, Trixie Mattel shares how she overcame a horrific childhood, Sherry Vine gets vulnerable about aging, and so much more. This is an episode you definitely don’t want to miss!https://www.instagram.com/alecmapa/https://ww...
2022-01-0449 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistBest of Hot MessagesIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec selects some of the most impactful and helpful Hot Messages from the show. Listen to what Jodi Sweetin, Jackie Beat, Joely Fisher, Tina Burner, Naomi Ekperigin, Johnny Sibily, Denali, Nikki Blonksy and others have to say about what has helped and inspired them to triumph over adversity and live with purpose, joy and peace.https://www.instagram.com/alecmapa/https://www.youtube.com/user/wapa710https://twitter.com/alecmapahttps://www.facebook.com/people/Alec-Mapa/100057653426944/
2021-12-2822 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistRoss Mathews: Understanding GriefIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew re-air a heartfelt and hilarious conversation with a famous tv personality and author of Name Drop, Ross Mathews. This episode was recorded just after Ross’ mom passed away and Matt, Alec, and Ross talk about dealing with the loss of a loved one during the pandemic. Ross opens up about his special relationship with his mother, his coming out journey, letting himself grieve, and finding meaning in pain. Stay tuned for Ross’ story about how Matt LeBlanc was rude to him in public and then...
2021-12-2148 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistRaven: The End of People-Pleasing: Now Calling $h!t Out!In this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew address people-pleasing with Raven, the Emmy award-winning make-up artist and host of the new competition show Painted with Raven on Wow Presents Plus.Raven opens up about growing up in Victorville, California, falling in love with makeup and beauty, being the runner-up in Season Two of Drag Race, ending people-pleasing, getting rid of crazymakers and finding people worth an emotional investment. Listen in and you’ll feel inspired to find all the beauty in yourself and others!Interested in advertising on...
2021-12-1451 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistRock M Sakura: Sex workerIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew are excited to welcome the star of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 12, Rock M Sakura. Rock shares with Alec and Matt her challenging childhood being raised by a mother who struggled with addiction. Rock shares why she left home at 15 and her journey to becoming a sex worker. The three have a candid and often hilarious conversation about learning to survive, dealing with shame, transactional sex, kink, and how we define our self-worth.https://twitter.com/rockmsakuraht...
2021-12-0757 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistAlyson Stoner: Healing YourselfIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew are excited to welcome childhood dancer from the Missy Elliott music videos, Disney Channel child actress and creator of Movement Genius, Alyson Stoner. Alyson opens up about the pressure of being a child actress and the resentment she felt, struggling with an eating disorder, her diagnosis of Alexithymia, and why she felt she needed to go to rehab. Alyson shares what she learned about the mind-body connection through her experiences and the tools and strategies she has developed and used to help her heal...
2021-11-3057 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistRe-Air Kristen Johnston: Premier EpisodeIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew express their gratitude to all of their listeners for tuning in each week and making Hot Mess such a success! They then re-air their first ever episode of Hot Mess with Alec’s former college classmate and Emmy-Award winning actress Kristen Johnston. The real-life friends share Hollywood stories including the celebrities they replaced on “Ugly Betty” and how Kristen saved him from Madonna’s brother! Kristen reveals how addiction turned into one of her greatest gifts. She gets candid about her definition of addiction and how everyo...
2021-11-2351 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistQuinn Cummings: Ketamine Assisted PsychotherapyIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew are thrilled to welcome Oscar-nominated child actress from The Good-bye Girl and author of Notes from the Underwire and The Year of Learning Dangerously, humorist Quinn Cummings to the show. Quinn opens up about why she decided to try Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy and what she learned about herself from the experience. Alec, Matt and Quinn explore whether psychedelics can replace talk therapy, what happens when you make a decision to cut yourself off from feelings, and how to connect with real joy in your...
2021-11-1651 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistGinger Minj: Living with Chronic DepressionIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew are excited to welcome the star of 3 seasons of drag race and host of the podcast “Local Queen”, Ginger Minj. Ginger opens up about the chronic depression that has been with her for as long as she remembers. She reveals publicly for the first time, the trauma that was a part of her experience and how she has coped and moved forward in her life. Matt, Alec and Ginger talk about feeling out-of-control, being invalidated, the value of therapy, and lifelong healing.
2021-11-0952 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistJennifer Tilly: Self-Deprecating HumorIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew are excited to welcome Oscar-nominated actress from Bullets Over Broadway, world-class poker player, and star of the new Chucky television show, Jennifer Tilly. Jennifer opens up about growing up in a dysfunctional family, how she started to play the airhead, and how her use of self-deprecating humor has both worked for her and been a disservice to her in her life. Alec and Matt share their own experiences of using humor as a defense, struggling with imposter syndrome and learning to tell the difference...
2021-11-0254 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistD.J.“Shangela” Pierce: What Drives YouIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew are excited to welcome star of RuPaul’s Drag Race Seasons 2 and 3 and All Stars Season 3, and star of the HBO hit show We’re Here, the amazing D.J. “Shangela” Pierce. Shangela shares the story of his upbringing and how he learned his work ethic from his family, how he ended up on Drag Race after only doing drag 10 times, and how he kept moving forward even after being shocked to be voted off first during Season 2! Shangela opens up about the mental strain o...
2021-10-2654 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistBeth Hall: How to ResetIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew are excited to welcome Beth Hall who starred for 4 seasons as Caroline on Mad Men and 7 seasons as Wendy on CBS’s hit show Mom. The three talk about the need to “reset” in your life and how we resist change and can let fear get in our way. Beth, having wrapped Mom, is back out there auditioning again and opens up about her fear of the unknown, her struggle to rebuild her confidence, and the power of saying YES. Stay tuned for Beth’s story...
2021-10-1952 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistAlec and Matt: Alec not drinkingIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec opens up about why he made the decision to stop drinking. Alec gets real about how and when he realized he was drinking too much during the pandemic and the impact his alcohol use was having on his relationships. Matt and Alec talk about the importance of identifying the intention of why you drink, when you know you have a problem, blacking out, numbing out, and having the courage to be vulnerable and to talk about hard things.https://www.instagram...
2021-10-1250 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistNavigating an open relationship Part 2: with Alec’s husband Jamie HebertIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec’s husband of 20 years, Jamie Hebert, is back to continue the conversation about why they decided to open up their relationship and the impact it has had on both of them. The feedback after Part 1 of this conversation was overwhelming and the listeners wanted to hear Matt’s perspective on navigating the complexity of open relationships. In this highly vulnerable and personal episode, Matt uses his clinical skills to explore the intimate details of Alec and Jamie’s relationship including the challenging time when Jamie fell for an...
2021-10-0553 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistEureka: Feeling “Othered”In this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew are excited to welcome star of RuPaul’s Drag Race Seasons 9 and 10 and the popular “We’re Here” on HBO, the amazing Eureka. The three have a powerful and hilarious conversation about feeling “othered” and the healthy and unhealthy strategies they used to make people love and accept them. Eureka opens up about feeling how their femininity and size always made them feel different and how finding drag and having supportive people in their life, helped them heal from the past trauma and live with appreci...
2021-09-2851 min
Chanel in the CityEpisode #70: Bonus Episode: Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist chat their new mental health podcast with a twist of coTo All My Chanel in the City Fans!! Special bonus episode for you all to check out a new podcast I am digging!!! I’m excited to tell you about a great podcast I can’t get enough of with Actor & Comedian Alec Mapa along with professional psychotherapist, Matthew Dempsey called: Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist This laugh-out-loud podcast explores the pursuit of mental health and wellness in a hilarious and compassionate way. Everyone’s trying to survive in a world that’s turned upside down, but beneath the surface, we’re all a HOT MESS and the hea...
2021-09-2612 min
Hot Takes & Deep DivesIntroducing: Alec Mapa Hot MessTrixie Mattel- Elastic Thinking- In this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew welcome world-famous drag queen, star of the hit show “UNHhhh” and host of the podcast The Bald and the Beautiful, the hilarious Trixie Mattel. The three have a fascinating conversation on the topic of elastic thinking, what exactly it means and how it can help us to heal. Alec and Matt share how they have overcome trauma in their own lives and the tools they’ve used to build personal resilience. Trixie opens up about her abusive childhood including the surprising story...
2021-09-2309 min
PRIDEAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist*This a guest broadcast Trixie Mattel- Elastic Thinking- In this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew welcome world-famous drag queen, star of the hit show “UNHhhh” and host of the podcast The Bald and the Beautiful, the hilarious Trixie Mattel. The three have a fascinating conversation on the topic of elastic thinking, what exactly it means and how it can help us to heal. Alec and Matt share how they have overcome trauma in their own lives and the tools they’ve used to build personal resilience. Trixie opens up about her abu...
2021-09-2209 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistTina Burner: Turning Adversity Into StrengthIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew are excited to welcome the star of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 13 and the reigning National Ms. Comedy Queen, Tina Burner to the show for an inspiring conversation about how to turn adversity into strength. Tina opens up about her challenging childhood and the impact that has had on her life. Matt, Alec, and Tina talk about becoming “parentified,” freeing yourself from the victim mentality and the helpful belief that everything happens for us, not to us. Stay tuned for Tina’s hilarious story of the t...
2021-09-2152 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistJack Plotnick: Managing AnxietyIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew are excited to welcome actor, writer, director, and beloved acting coach Jack Plotnick to the show for a fascinating conversation about managing anxiety. Alec and Matt open up about their own vulnerabilities and what makes them feel anxious. Jack shares the best of teachings including taming your vulture, the effectiveness of affirmations, the difference between want and need, the power of the release and destroy mentality and why giving yourself permission to “hate” people can release you from desperation and open you up to peac...
2021-09-1448 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistDenali: Negative Self-TalkIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew talk with Denali, fan-favorite from RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 13, about how to overcome negative self-talk. Denali opens up about feeling invisible on the show and the deep-held belief that she isn’t enough. The three talk openly and hilariously about insecurities, external validation, re-writing unhelpful narratives, and learning to develop an internal sense of worthiness.https://www.instagram.com/denalifoxx/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@denalifoxx? https://twitter.com/denalifoxhttps://www...
2021-09-0752 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistJackie Beat: Sex PositivityIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew are excited to welcome drag entertainer for over 30 years, Jackie Beat to the show for an intimate and uncensored conversation about sex-positivity. Jackie Beat explains why she went over 20 years without sex and the three talks openly about shame, fear of rejection, self-worth, acceptance, and rediscovering your sexuality. Don’t miss the hilarious story of what happened on the gay cruise!https://twitter.com/JACKIEBEAT https://www.instagram.com/jackiebeat/https://www.youtube.com/user/ja...
2021-08-3157 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistNavigating an open relationship: with Alec’s husband Jamie HebertIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec has an uncensored conversation with his husband of 20 years, Jamie Hebert. Jamie tells Alec how his messiness and disorganization make him crazy and Alec shares with Jamie how he can be controlling and a cold fish. Alec and Jamie talk about how they handle conflict and Jamie opens up about the maddest he ever got at Alec during their relationship. The two then share why after 14 years of monogamy, they made the decision to open up their relationship. They explore both the freedom and the hurt...
2021-08-2450 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistKirsten Vangsness: Sexual TraumaIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matt welcome the star of 15 seasons of the hit show Criminal Minds and her own YouTube show Kirsten’s Agenda, the talented Kirsten Vangsness. The three talk openly about Kirsten’s tumultuous family and the sexual trauma she experienced growing up. Matt, Alec, and Kirsten explore the physical and emotional impact of trauma, feeling dysregulated, navigating relationships, practicing skills to create balance, increasing well-being through therapy and other methods, and how to heal from your past and live well.https://www...
2021-08-1748 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistQ & A: Hook-Up CultureIn this special Q & A episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matt respond to questions on the topic of hook-up culture! Questions like why does hooking-up sometimes feel warm and intimate and other times cold and distant? Does hooking up get in the way of forming deeper connections? Why do I associate sex with personal validation? And how do you compete with hook-up culture when all you want is a lasting relationship?https://www.instagram.com/alecmapa/https://www.youtube.com/user/wapa710https...
2021-08-1043 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistCarson Kressley: DatingIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew are excited to welcome Emmy-Award-winning television personality and recurring judge on RuPaul‘s Drag Race and Barbeque Brawl, OG from Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, Carson Kressley to the show. Alec, Matt, and Carson have a hilarious and personal conversation about dating and relationships. Matt and Alec talk about how they behave when dating and explore the idea of attachment styles and what it helps them to understand about themselves. Carson shares what it is like for him to be single, his experiences on...
2021-08-0347 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistLaraine Newman: LongevityIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew have a fascinating conversation about longevity with founding member of The Groundlings, original cast member of Saturday Night Live, and author of the Audible original memoir May You Live In Interesting Times, the comedic genius Laraine Newman. Laraine opens up about how childhood neglect fostered her creativity, the SNL after-party scene, her addiction and recovery from cocaine abuse, healing from low self-worth, and her guiding forces of staying curious and following her passions. It’s a don’t miss episode and stay tuned for Lara...
2021-07-2753 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist50th Episode SpecialIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew are thrilled to honor their 50th episode of the show! Alec tells the story of how the podcast began and the two share why they are so passionate about the show and about working with one another. Matt and Alec reflect on the personal challenges they’ve faced over the last year and how doing the podcast has helped them find strength and purpose. The two then look back on some of their favorite moments from the last year with guests li...
2021-07-2050 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistJohnny Sibilly: Post-Coming OutIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew welcome actor, content creator, and star of the hit shows Hacks and Pose, Johnny Sibilly. The three have a candid and personal conversation about the after-process of coming out. Johnny opens up about his upbringing, why he was in and out of the closet many times, and why he feels that coming out was just the beginning of his journey. Alec, Matt, and Johnny talk about getting it wrong, internalized homophobia, working through shame, sex positivity, and the importance of having grace with yourself...
2021-07-1350 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistJoely Fisher: Breaking the CycleIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew are thrilled to welcome the actor, singer, and writer of the bestselling memoir and one-woman show “Growing Up Fisher”, the multi-talented Joely Fisher. The three reveal the challenging experiences they had in their upbringings and how they are working to break the cycle in their lives as adults. Joely shares intimate details of what it was like being raised by Hollywood royalty and the addiction, chaos, and neglect that defined much of her childhood. Joely opens up about the death of her sister Carrie Fish...
2021-07-0654 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistHeather McDonald: Relationship DynamicsIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew welcome writer/panelist from Chelsea Lately and host of her own top-rated podcast Juicy Scoop, comedian Heather McDonald. Alec, Matt, and Heather talk about the struggles of keeping long-term relationships healthy. The three also explore how our society often shames people for NOT being in long-term relationships and Matt shares his personal thoughts and feelings about that stigma. The three have an uncensored conversation about topics like, How do you fight well? How do you get your needs met? What do you do when...
2021-06-2947 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistCynthia Lee Fontaine: Out & ProudIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew welcome drag race stand-out, artist, singer, and master of her “cucu” Cynthia Lee Fontaine. Alec and Matt share their coming out stories, their fears of being rejected, and the impact being in the closet had on their mental health. Cynthia Lee Fontaine tells the shocking story of how her mom found out her truth and the process of working through her mother’s feelings of betrayal. Cynthia explores the stigma of coming out in the Hispanic community and how she thinks things are evolving in a p...
2021-06-2246 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistAlec Baldwin: Cancel CultureIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew are both nervous and excited to welcome television and movie superstar and host of the podcast “Here’s the Thing” Alec Baldwin. The three open up about cancel culture and share their personal stories of when they were canceled and “going into the hole” to escape and recover. Alec Baldwin shares his uncensored thoughts and feelings about celebrities who have been canceled, how the press can be aggressive and his responsibility to protect his family. The three talk about Alec’s portrayal of Donald Trump on SNL...
2021-06-1553 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistSherry Vine: AgingIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew welcome drag legend for over 30 years and star of The Sherry Vine Variety Show, the hilarious Sherry Vine. Sherry starts the conversation by admitting she rarely ever talks about her age because of the stigma involved. The three talk about their fears of aging and the different spin getting older can have in the gay community. They examine our country’s obsession with youth culture and the danger of getting validation from external sources. Sherry opens up about being on the dating apps, the ag...
2021-06-0849 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistDaniel Franzese: Conversion TherapyIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec, and Matthew welcome Damien from Mean Girls, actor, writer, and host of the podcast Yass Jesus, Daniel Franzese. Daniel opens up about being a survivor of conversion therapy and shares his thoughts and feelings about why he put himself into treatment to change his sexuality. Daniel talks about how his psychologist convinced him that it was his mother’s fault he was gay because she was too accepting. Daniel shares how the character of Damien inspired him and in many ways changed his life. Alec, Matthew, an...
2021-06-0152 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistTrixie Mattel: Elastic ThinkingIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew welcome word famous drag queen, star of the hit show “UNHhhh” and host of the podcast The Bald and the Beautiful, the hilarious Trixie Mattel. The three have a fascinating conversation on the topic of elastic thinking, what exactly it means and how it can help us to heal. Alec and Matt share how they have overcome trauma in their own lives and the tools they’ve used to build personal resilience. Trixie opens up about her abusive childhood including the surprising story of where...
2021-05-2550 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistMiss Coco Peru: Near Death ExperiencesIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew have a fascinating conversation about near-death experiences and healing from trauma with drag legend for over 30 years, Miss Coco Peru. Alec and Matt open up about their own near-death experiences and how they have worked on healing themselves from early trauma. Miss Coco Peru shares the story of the harrowing accident that nearly took her life and how she was able to transform pain into power. Coco talks openly about how her relationship with her parents improved, her reaction to the bullying she endured...
2021-05-1852 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistFaith Soloway: Self-identityIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew have a revealing and intimate conversation about self-identity with writer and producer of the Emmy-award winning show Transparent, Faith Soloway. Faith opens up about how the show is based on her own father’s transition later in life and yet is different than their personal story. Faith talks honestly about her own continuing ambivalence about whether or not she should have transitioned and reflects on how this struggle has impacted her life. Alec, Matthew, and Faith open up about their own journey with identity an...
2021-05-1154 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistLady Bunny: LonelinessDo you struggle dealing with loneliness? This episode of Hot Mess welcomes an Icon in the drag community, performer, actress, singer, DJ, and comedienne Lady Bunny. Hosted by comedian Alec Mapa and mental health expert Matthew Dempsey, the three talk openly and hilariously and share their personal experiences of feeling isolated and lonely. Alec opens up about his process of learning to accept being isolated, Matt shares his philosophy about why ok is the new thriving, and Lady Bunny calls out Alec for blowing her off. Lady Bunny also passionately shares about social media fronting, why talking on the...
2021-04-2743 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistPriyanka: Toxic RelationshipsIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew explore the fascinating topic of toxic relationships with the winner of Canada’s Drag Race and Alec’s co-host of the “Official RuPaul’s Drag Race Podcast” Priyanka. Alec dives into his sex and love addiction history and his pattern of being addicted to toxic relationships. Alec and Matt explore how Alec’s childhood experiences have impacted his love of the chase and how he has had to work to re-learn what kindness in relationships feels like. Priyanka gets real about her attraction to...
2021-04-1351 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistKalen Allen: Hustling for Self-WorthIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew explore the topic of hustling for your self-worth with viral sensation from his food reaction videos, host of Cakealikes, and star of the Ellen Show, the hilarious Kalen Allen. Alec and Matt explore our tendency to tie our worth as a person to work and achievement. Both Matt and Alec open up about ending up depressed and depleted when they grasp for things outside of themselves to make them feel worthy. Kalen Allen shares that he has been a workaholic ever since he can remember...
2021-03-3048 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistBenDeLaCreme: How Our Struggles Shape UsIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey psychotherapist, Alec and Matt have a revealing and intimate conversation with creator and star of The Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Special and star of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 6 and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Season 3, BenDeLaCreme. Alec opens up about how his “cracking up” led him to become the person he is today and Matt shares he’s been feeling down and isolated over the last year. The two talk about dealing with sadness and working to reframe difficult emotions and experiences in order to deal with them...
2021-03-2353 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistTom Lenk: Shame TriggersYou won’t want to miss this special episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, in which Matt and guest, SAG award-winning actor, singer, Broadway star, comedian and accidental Instagram Superstar, Tom Lenk have a vulnerable and hilarious conversation about a video Matt posted online that triggered shame for both of them. The episode starts with Alec and Matt exploring shame triggers in their own lives and how they compensate for feelings of self-loathing. Both Alec and Matt share personal stories of feeling intense shame in their lives and they explore the physiological and psychological impact of...
2021-03-1653 min
Never Thought I'd Say ThisChuck And Jesus And Sex Toys (With Alec Mapa)Jodie and Celia are joined by actor Alec Mapa, who along with his husband, adopted their son at age five. Alec’s son is now a high school sophomore, and the three parents discuss the teenage years – which include healthy, strange, awkward, and sometimes disgusting conversations about sexuality. But at the end of the day, the most important thing is that the conversations are happening!
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2021-03-101h 06Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistJon Huertas: AbandonmentIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew explore the topic of abandonment with Jon Huertas, Miguel on the iconic television show This Is Us. Matt and Alec open up about their abandonment issues and the familiar feeling of grasping for positive attention from parents. Jon speaks candidly about being abandoned by his mother and how he has strived his whole life to get her approval. He talks about the racism he encountered while growing up, how he became “adultified” at a young age, and how therapy has helped him gain perspective and...
2021-03-0956 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistAlaska Thunderfuck: Reality Show BacklashIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Matthew explore the topic of reality show backlash with the star of RuPaul’s Drag race season 5 and winner of All- Stars Season 2, and host of the podcast “Race Chaser” Alaska Thunderfuck. Alaska shares the intimate details of her relationship with ex Sharon Needles including how drugs, cheating, and fame tore them apart. Alaska opens up about her feelings of betrayal, anxiety and sadness after throwing a fit on RuPaul’s Drag Race and experiencing the backlash of her fans turning against her. The three explore...
2021-03-0249 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistMark Kanemura: CreativityIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Mathew explore the topic of the healing power of creativity with performer, artist, dancer, and Instagram sensation Mark Kanemura. Alec and Matt explore how they express their creativity and why it is helpful to our sense of well-being. Mark Kanemura opens up about his deeply painful past and the three talk candidly about their inner wounded child, their journey as misfits, and coming back from the brink. Mark shares what inspired him to create his hugely popular socially-distanced dance parties on Instagram and how he...
2021-02-2353 min
The Official RuPaul's Drag Race Podcast“Bossy Rossy Ruboot” and “The RuRuvision Song Contest” with Alec Mapa and PriyankaIt's back! The official podcast of all things Drag Race returns with its new hosts comedian/actor/superfan, Alec Mapa, and the "What's my name?" reigning queen from Canada, Priyanka. Join these two each week as they kiki about last week's episodes for all and every Drag Race series out there. This week Alec and Priyanka discuss the hit single, UK, Hun? and discuss the good, the bad, and ugly of season 13's improv challenge.
2021-02-1741 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistJake Shears: Managing DepressionIn this don’t miss episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Mathew have a deep, revealing and hilarious conversation with the lead singer of the iconic band Scissor Sisters and author of the book Boys Keep Swinging, Jake Shears. Alec and Matt start the show by talking about Alec’s despair, obsessing after a break-up and dating people who aren’t good for him. Jake joins the conversation and opens up about the depression and anxiety that came crashing in on him during the height of his fame and his journey to find a way...
2021-02-1652 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistMalin Akerman: Recovering from Childhood TraumaIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Mathew explore the topic of recovering from childhood trauma with mom, child development coach, and actress from Billions and the Comeback Malin Akerman. Alec talks candidly about working through his childhood trauma and being raised by a father who struggled with rage. Alec explores how he learned to protect himself and reveals the affirmation he uses now to keep himself mentally healthy. Malin opens up about being raised by a mother who struggled with depression and a brother who dealt with OCD. Malin reflects on...
2021-02-0950 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistFortune Feimster: Out of AlignmentIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec, and Mathew welcome Fortune Feimster, comedian, writer, a panelist from Chelsea Lately, and series regular on The Mindy Project. Matt and Alec start the show by talking honestly about their struggles feeling out of alignment. Alec talks about how he often derives his value from his work and Matt opens up about not pursuing things he cared about in the past because he was afraid of being inadequate. Fortune shares the struggles of her upbringing and her choice to use hard times as motivation instead of...
2021-02-0251 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistMorgan Fairchild: Informed WellnessIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Mathew explore the fascinating topic of informed wellness with legendary actress from Dallas, Flamingo Road, and Falcon Crest Morgan Fairchild. In addition to her amazing acting talent, Morgan is also an outspoken and dedicated supporter of the AIDS research effort, the pro-choice movement and a range of environmental issues and she also has a deep interest in studying emerging viruses and epidemiology. Morgan shares with Alec and Matt her strong viewpoint on the spread of Covid-19 and her uncompromising opinion on how the virus containment...
2021-01-2651 min
HomophiliaAlec MapaThe hilarious Alec Mapa joins Matt and Dave discuss Alec's podcast Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, how you're not required to achieve during this time, thoughts on Gays Over Covid, reminding yourself and others that Instagram isn't real, M. Butterfly, Alec paying his dues after his big break, how he met his husband, everyone's reviews and reflections about this week's inauguration and their hopes for the future, reminiscing about how close social gatherings used to be, Bridgerton, Downton Abbey, Raise By Wolves, I May Destroy You, Game of Thrones, Pretend It's a City, the Everyone Is Gay on Ti...
2021-01-2259 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistJodie Sweetin: Pandemic Stress TriggersIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Mathew welcome the beloved star of Full House and Fuller House and the host of the podcast “Never Thought I’d Say this” Jodie Sweetin. Matt opens up about getting Covid and shares his thoughts and feelings about almost getting canceled by the gay internet for comments he made online. All three explore how they’ve been triggered by the pandemic and Jodie shares how she has been struggling with depression and anxiety. For the first time, Jodie reveals her issues with food control and how she...
2021-01-1955 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistCharles Phoenix: Reinventing YourselfIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Mathew talk with American pop culture humorist, historian, performer, chef and author of “Holiday Jubilee” Charles Phoenix. Matthew and Alec discuss feeling blue, the pain of growth, our tendency to overthink things, and learning to live with who we are. Charles Phoenix shares the creative steps he has taken to reinvent himself during the pandemic and how he has trained his brain to think positively during this challenging time. Matthew and Alec examine the difference between choosing a positive mindset and the concept of toxic posi...
2021-01-1247 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistJonathan Lipnicki: Social AnxietyIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Mathew have a genuine and candid conversation with the child star of Jerry Maguire and the Stuart Little movies, Jonathan Lipnicki. Jonathan shares his surprising struggles with social anxiety and the worry that he’s unlikeable. Jonathan talks to Alec and Matthew about his paralyzing fear of messing up and the pressures he felt as a child star. He also opens up about the worst year of his life, the realization that vulnerability is a strength and explains how therapy has helped him move forward in...
2021-01-0544 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistPeppermint: Self AcceptanceIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, Alec and Mathew have a deep, candid and often hilarious conversation with actress, first out trans contestant on Rupal’s drag race, and singer of “Best Sex,” Peppermint. Alec talks about his struggles with sex and love addiction and Matthew shares his fear of commitment in relationships. The three talk openly about focusing on their imperfections, desperately looking for approval, feeling rejected in relationships, self-loathing, and their insecurities. Peppermint shares the dangerous reality of what it means to be trans in the world today and how she must pr...
2020-12-1551 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistRachel True: Neurotic Behavior and Anxiety DisordersIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey psychotherapist, Alec and Mathew explore their own neurotic behavior and Alec recalls a hilarious story of him lying on the floor of a hotel room desperate to spy on an ex. Then they welcome star of the cult classic film “The Craft” and author of “True Heart Intuitive Tarot” Rachel True. Rachel opens up about her childhood in foster care, her avoidant dating behavior, shares her passion for Tarot and why she thinks of it as a shrink in a box, and explains how to unlock the power of your own intuition. ...
2020-12-0848 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistIsaac Mizrahi: Getting Out of RutsIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey psychotherapist, Alec and Mathew have an uncensored and hilarious conversation with fashion icon, host and author of “I am” Isaac Mizrahi. The three talk about getting stuck in a rut in your work and in your relationships and how to get yourself out! Isaac talks openly about feeling estranged from his husband, sleeping in separate beds, his lifelong struggle with insomnia, his difficult childhood, his lifetime in therapy, and the impatience he feels most of the time. Alec and Matthew share honestly about the ruts in their lives and...
2020-12-0146 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistYeardley Smith: Obsessive ProductivityIn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Mathew Dempsey psychotherapist, Alec and Mathew talk with Emmy-award winning actress Yeardley Smith, best known for her role as Lisa Simpson on the animated television show The Simpsons and host of the podcast Small Town Dicks. The three talk candidly about obsessive productivity and the dark side of deriving your self-worth from your accomplishments. Mathew and Alec discuss fear-driven giving and the shame that underlies our struggle to feel worthy. Yeardley shares openly about her long struggle with an eating disorder, the freak accident that almost left her paralyzed, and h...
2020-11-1748 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistMario Cantone: Election Night AftermathOn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Mathew Dempsey Psychotherapist, the hosts welcome celebrated actor and comedian Mario Cantone, known for his Tony Nominated One Man show “Laugh Whore”, his scene stealing performance as Anthony Marantino on Sex and The City and as host of the popular children’s program Steampipe Alley. The three have an uncensored and hilarious conversation about dealing with anxiety and stress in both helpful and unhelpful ways, cutting off family members, homophobia, secrets of the comedy world, coping with Tequila and so much more. https://www.mariocantone.com/...
2020-11-1050 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistNaomi Ekperigin: Self-care vs. Self-indulgenceOn this episode of Alec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey Psychotherapist, the hosts welcome comedian and actress from “Two Dope Queens” and writer on “Broad City” Naomi Ekperigin. The three talk about self-indulgence versus self-care and share experiences from their own lives when they tipped one way or the other. They chat about dealing with your inner critic, overcoming self-loathing, seeking comfort during challenging times, the stigma of talking about mental health in comedy, and how in these difficult times, ok is the new thriving.Stage 29 Podcasts Instagra...
2020-11-0349 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistAlec Mapa & Matthew Dempsey: Ask Alec and MatthewOn this episode of Alec Mapa Hot Mess with Psychotherapist Mathew Dempsey, the hosts take on listener questions. They discuss hot topics including how to recover from an abusive relationship, how to deal with loneliness, how to manage excessive worry about what other people think, how to shift your money mindset, and whether monogamy is possible. Alec opens up about experiences from his own life as a recovering sex and love addict and shares intimate details about the way he and his partner handle the issue of monogamy in their relationship. Mathew reflects on his own struggles and offers...
2020-10-2744 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistNikki Blonsky: Coming outActress Nikki and Alec are good friends so she holds nothing back when she guests on Hot Mess! Nikki and Alec talk through her decision to come out for the first time on his Instagram Live and why she felt that was the exact right time to do it! Alec and Matthew share their stories of their first kisses with men and how making the decision to come out has totally changed their lives. The three talk openly about their greatest insecurities and Nikki shares a story about a date who did something so bizarre you won’t believe it! ...
2020-10-2043 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistWilson Cruz: Uncertainty FatigueIn this intense episode of Hot Mess, Alec, Matthew and award-winning actor, Wilson Cruz, discuss “uncertainty fatigue” a pop culture name for the exhaustion and despair nearly everyone feels in these chaotic times. Starring in CBS All Access “Star Trek: Discovery,” Wilson says he feels deeply about all the horrific, global news, including the pandemic; a contentious election and the racist divide in the U.S. and elsewhere. He’s terrified that the country will take a hard-right turn and, is exhausted by all the emotions stirred up by our shared experiences.Wilson is enthusiastic about the book, Caste...
2020-10-1344 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistRoss Mathews: Grief and LossThis touching, wise and unwittingly funny episode of Hot Mess, is all about losing a loved one during the Covid19 pandemic and the stages of grief. Alec and Ross commiserate over their mothers’ deaths while Matthew adds his wisdom to the conversation. They share how they’ve coped with the horrible reality that death is final and harsh, but also agree that at point accepting it and finding some value in the loss is critical to your mental wellness. The comic misses his mother deeply. She taught her son to value himself and go after whatever he wanted. When...
2020-10-0646 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistDr. Ian Smith: Guide To A Healthy Relationship With FoodHot Mess hosts, Alec Mapa and Matthew Dempsey, get down right giddy during their raw and often x-rated conversation with Dr. Ian Smith, host of CBS’ “The Doctors.” Dr. Ian explains everything from how to eat, what to eat and when absolutely not to eat – all without depriving or food shaming yourself. Dr. Ian, a graduate of Dartmouth medical school and a New York Times bestselling author has penned multiple books about nutrition including, SHRED: THE REVOLUTIONARY DIET, SUPER SHRED, BLAST THE SUGAR OUT and THE CLEAN 20, and is the ultimate authority on living healthy by eating mindfully. This lively conversati...
2020-09-2947 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistNico Santos: Imposter SyndromeIn this episode, Filipino-American actor and comic, Nico Santos, joins Alec for a no-holds-barred discussion of Imposter Syndrome, the feeling almost everyone has of not being good enough. It’s only when Alec is doing standup that he’s free of his overwhelming anxiety because he’s in control. Nico reveals the paralyzing fear he experiences auditioning for big roles, like the mega hit romantic comedy Crazy Rich Asians and NBC’s “Superstore”, something he has never talked about before. The comedic actor says he is scared to fail and scared to succeed. When he does win a part, he is sure he’ll g...
2020-09-2247 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistBob the Drag Queen: Politics, Drag, and Race RelationsIn today’s podcast of Hot Mess, HBO’s “We’re Here” star Bob the Drag Queen gets real about the on-going struggle of trans lives, our harsh political climate – as he queries: “Is this country really great again?” and reveals his fabulous new podcast which will dissect every film Whoopie Goldberg has ever made. Hilarity and heartbreak fill this discussion, as hosts, Alec Mapa and Dr. Matthew Dempsey, share stories with their guest about how the world of drag has taken on politics, and exposed its tragedies and triumphs in all cultures, specifically challenges for Native American Two-Spirits. As the three get...
2020-09-1551 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistCole Escola: Overcoming Panic AttacksIn this episode, Alec Mapa introduces his pal comedian Cole Escola to Hot Mess co-host Dr. Matthew Dempsey. Alec and Cole revel in personal self-deprecation and reveal hilarious moments when they both endured horrible panic attacks and anxiety—spoiler alert: Cole once shouted on the street like a crazy man until his former partner allowed him into this home. This over-the-top conversation is laced with brutal honesty, heartwarming vulnerability and brilliant words of wisdom from all three guys. Cole shares how he went from co-dependent relationships to building positive strategies using 12-step tools and focusing on his talents, writing and per...
2020-09-0850 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistBruce Vilanch: Radical AcceptanceIn this episode of Hot Mess, hosts comedian Alec Mapa and Dr. Matthew Dempsey get deep with Emmy Award winning comedy writer Bruce Vilanch – the brilliant voice behind the Oscars and iconic stars like Bette Midler and Whoopi Goldberg. They discuss a range of issues from being gay in Hollywood, the Vietnam war draft, and the Covid19 pandemic and how radical acceptance has become a necessary tool in their lives. While radical acceptance teaches us tolerance skills designed to keep trauma from turning into suffering, they playfully talk about gay cruises, why one of them recently pooped their pants (dow...
2020-09-0144 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistKaramo Brown: Cancel CultureToday’s topic Cancel Culture gets Hot Mess hosts, Alec Mapa and Dr. Matthew Dempsey, hot and bothered, as they discuss with their guest, Netflix’ “Queer Eye” Karamo Brown, about this terrifying new phenomenon. All three guys admit to being on the ugly side of being cancelled and warn that everyone- if you dig deep enough, is at risk of being a target. This conversation gets very real – when Karamo opens up about, what he thought was, a harmless remark he made on the red carpet of “Dancing with the Stars,” and the shocking reaction on social media that followed. He admits...
2020-08-2544 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistTracy Tutor: Overcoming FearHot Mess’ Alec Mapa and Dr. Matthew get down to business with Tracy Tutor, real estate maven and author of the new book “Fear is Just A Four-Letter Word.” The “Million Dollar Listing LA,” blonde bombshell reveals she felt compelled to write this book in order to help others also facing daily terrors. She says making a connection with the people you’re meeting for the first time is crucial. She adds researching whomever you’re meeting, for a date or business, beforehand is huge. Knowing backgrounds, interests and motivations help her to connect in a human way and levels off anx...
2020-08-1844 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistKym Whitley: Dealing With Pandemic StressToday’s topic is pandemic stress! But don’t stress, ‘cause Kym Whitley’s in the house! That’s right! In this episode, the comedic actress keeps it real on everything from finding love during Corona to why she was recently rushed to the hospital. Kym holds nothing back and shares how she’s raising her 9-year-old son Joshua during these stressful times. As racial tensions rise in this country, Kym opens up about the emotional moment her son realized his race and asked if he’ll end up like George Floyd. Alec admits his son doesn’t feel safe on the streets and shares hi...
2020-08-1140 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistDulce Sloan: Black Mental HealthIn this week’s episode, Alec and Matthew talk to the very funny Dulce Sloan, a comedian and correspondent on Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show” with Trevor Noah. Dulce gets open and honest about Black Mental Health and the stigma in the black community surrounding the notion of going to therapy. Dulce was raised in a community that puts the welfare of black men before her own and admits she looks for mental health support within her own circle—for free! Self-care is something she’s still processing and reveals the one thing it would take for her to actually go to...
2020-08-0456 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistSandra Bernhard: ParentingHow does being a parent magnify who you really are? In this week’s episode, Alec and Matthew breakdown the psychology of what it means to be a parent and shed light on the layers parenthood with comedian and actress Sandra Bernhard. The “Sandyland” SiriusXM radio host talks about why she decided to become a Mom later in life at 43 years old and how it changed her overall mindset. The outspoken actress reveals her selfless parenting style as a famous mom and how she was able to balance her family life and career. Sandy is working from her home recording her rad...
2020-07-2842 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistWendi McLendon-Covey: DepressionYou know her as Beverly Goldberg in the hilarious TV show The Goldbergs and for her breakout role in the hit movie, Bridesmaids, but today comedic actress Wendi McLendon-Covey is getting personal as she uncovers her private struggles with depression and what she’s doing to deal with it head on. She describes the harrowing experiences in her life that made her realize it was a problem and how therapy played a role. Alec shares the unfortunate events in his life that led to his own depression and how medication also helped him cope. Do comedians and depression go hand in hand? Mat...
2020-07-2149 min
It's A Hawaii ThingAlec Mapa Comedian and Actor, Miss Universe Brook Lee & Emmy Award Winner Lanai Tabura Talk All Things HawaiiFull Video Interview: https://itsahawaiithing.com/blogs/podcast/alec-mapa-podcast
Alec Mapa has been making people laugh since he was a little kid growing up in San Francisco and now he is an actor, comedian, and writer. He scored his first break playing the role of Song Liling in David Henry Huang’s Broadway production of M. Butterfly in which he toured the country. Alec has made guest appearances on a variety of TV shows like Roseanne, The Jamie Foxx Show, Seinfield, Dharma and Greg, Desperate Housewives and the popular hit series Friends. His movie appearances include parts in...
2020-07-1658 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistDondre Whitfield: MasculinityWhat exactly is masculinity and how does it define who you are? In this week’s episode, Alec and Matthew explore the topic of masculinity and uncover what being a “man” is really all about. Today’s guest is Emmy nominated actor, social activist and motivational speaker, Dondre Whitfield and the author of the new book, “Male Vs. Man: How To Honor Women, Teach Children And Elevate Men To Change The World”. The Hollywood Dad dives deep into the definition of toxic and hyper masculinity and reveals his most important role as a man. As a “righteous” man and ally to the LGBTQ+ comm...
2020-07-1450 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistDominique Jackson: AuthenticityThe category is….AUTHENTICITY. Alec and Matthew are thrilled to talk to Dominique Jackson, the celebrated actress known for her role as Elektra Abundance on the critically acclaimed series, “Pose”. In today’s episode, Dominique shares her real-life personal struggles growing up in a religious family as she faced sexual abuse and her journey to find her authentic self. She describes her road to stardom and reflects on the moment she realized her life came full circle, including her experience working with other trans actresses including director Janet Mock. Originally from Trinidad & Tobago, the model gets candid about her past drug abuse, t...
2020-07-0749 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistKristen Johnston: AddictionHold on tight, get ready to laugh out loud and deal with your most personal issues with comedian Alec Mapa and psychotherapist Matthew Dempsey. In the premiere episode of “Hot Mess”, Alec goes down memory lane with his former college classmate and Emmy-Award winning actress Kristen Johnston. The real-life friends share Hollywood stories including the celebrities they replaced on “Ugly Betty” and how Kristen saved him from Madonna’s brother! Kristen, who currently plays a recovering addict on the CBS sitcom, “Mom”, reveals how addiction turned into one of her greatest gifts. She gets candid about her definition of addiction and how ever...
2020-06-3048 minAlec Mapa: Hot Mess with Matthew Dempsey PsychotherapistComing Soon!HOT MESS is a laugh-out-loud podcast with Actor & Comedian Alec Mapa along with professional psychotherapist, Matthew Dempsey, who both explore the pursuit of health and wellness in a hilarious and compassionate way. Everyone’s trying to survive in a world that’s turned upside down, but beneath the surface we’re all a HOT MESS and the healing process can trigger intense feelings. But, have no fear, Alec and Matthew are here! They’ll zero in on an ISSUE OF THE DAY to compare and despair uncertainties, anxiety of social media, body image, aging in a youth-obsessed culture and unaddressed...
2020-06-0102 min
Knot Too TabooActor & Comedian Alec Mapa: Fatherhood, Family & CelebrityGretchen and Slade share behind-the-scene drama and secrets of their time on RHOC and expose the real reason for leaving the popular reality show. Actor and comedian Alec Mapa chats it up with Gretchen and Slade about his journey to adopt a 5-year-old boy with his husband 11 years ago and how he’s juggled the different stages of parenthood over the years. No subject is off limits. Alec gets candid about what it means to have a "pansexual" child and how he deals with other parents who judge him. He explains the biggest difference between gay versus straight parents, and why he...
2020-04-221h 00
The Film Scene with Illeana DouglasAlec Mapa, Actor – The Film SceneTODAY: Alejandro "Alec" Mapa, American actor, comedian and writer. He got his first professional break when he was cast to replace B.D. Wong for the role of Song Liling in the Broadway production of M. Butterfly. Mapa would go on to play a handful of roles in famous American television series, with the most remembered being the recurring character of Suzuki St. Pierre on the comedy-drama series Ugly Betty. Some of his most recent roles include Jigme Wanchuck in the 2014 comedy Such Good People, as well as Steve on Doom Patrol, and a guest judge part on RuPaul's...
2018-04-031h 11
The Martini LoungeEP. 13 Jonathan & Sergey Talk to the one and only Alec Mapa
Ellen Degeneres has called him “smart, hilarious and funny.” Variety has said, “Alec Mapa is a freak. No one should be this talented.” With uproarious live performances and groundbreaking television roles, actor and comedian Alec Mapa has entertained audiences worldwide in every imaginable medium.
Currently that medium is television. Alec’s latest comedy special Alec Mapa: Baby Daddy premiered on Showtime June 12, 2015. Based on his award-winning solo show, Alec Mapa: Baby Daddy hilariously, irreverently chronicles Alec’s journey to fatherhood via foster adoption. TV audiences can also enjoy Alec in his recurrin...
2017-04-2147 min
The QueerCentricEP. 13 Jonathan & Sergey Talk to the one and only Alec Mapa
Ellen Degeneres has called him “smart, hilarious and funny.” Variety has said, “Alec Mapa is a freak. No one should be this talented.” With uproarious live performances and groundbreaking television roles, actor and comedian Alec Mapa has entertained audiences worldwide in every imaginable medium.
Currently that medium is television. Alec’s latest comedy special Alec Mapa: Baby Daddy premiered on Showtime June 12, 2015. Based on his award-winning solo show, Alec Mapa: Baby Daddy hilariously, irreverently chronicles Alec’s journey to fatherhood via foster adoption. TV audiences can also enjoy Alec in his recurrin...
2017-04-2147 min
Breck Artery – The Dinner Party ShowEp. 33 – Dan Savage, Alec Mapa & Jamie HebertIt’s celebration time! Major Supreme Court victories for marriage equality have Christopher and Eric dancing around the dinner table. Real-life married gay couple Alec Mapa and Jamie Hebert bring some hilarity to the party. But the festivities aren’t enough to stop fairly imbalanced newsman Breck Artery from making pointed points about Glenn Greenwald and Edward Snowden. Back from the newsbreak, Alec and Jamie grill Christopher and Eric on who they’d each like to gay marry. Twan, “Queen of the Stars,” reads the signs before they read you. Relationship expert Miss JoNell Samms has a few things to say about...
2013-07-011h 47Trancript DPS – The Dinner Party ShowEp. 33 – Dan Savage, Alec Mapa & Jamie HebertIt’s celebration time! Major Supreme Court victories for marriage equality have Christopher and Eric dancing around the dinner table. Real-life married gay couple Alec Mapa and Jamie Hebert bring some hilarity to the party. But the festivities aren’t enough to stop fairly imbalanced newsman Breck Artery from making pointed points about Glenn Greenwald and Edward Snowden. Back from the newsbreak, Alec and Jamie grill Christopher and Eric on who they’d each like to gay marry. Twan, “Queen of the Stars,” reads the signs before they read you. Relationship expert Miss JoNell Samms has a few things to say about...
2013-07-011h 47Special Correspondents – The Dinner Party ShowEp. 33 – Dan Savage, Alec Mapa & Jamie HebertIt’s celebration time! Major Supreme Court victories for marriage equality have Christopher and Eric dancing around the dinner table. Real-life married gay couple Alec Mapa and Jamie Hebert bring some hilarity to the party. But the festivities aren’t enough to stop fairly imbalanced newsman Breck Artery from making pointed points about Glenn Greenwald and Edward Snowden. Back from the newsbreak, Alec and Jamie grill Christopher and Eric on who they’d each like to gay marry. Twan, “Queen of the Stars,” reads the signs before they read you. Relationship expert Miss JoNell Samms has a few things to say about...
2013-07-011h 47The Dinner Party ShowEp. 33 – Dan Savage, Alec Mapa & Jamie HebertIt’s celebration time! Major Supreme Court victories for marriage equality have Christopher and Eric dancing around the dinner table. Real-life married gay couple Alec Mapa and Jamie Hebert bring some hilarity to the party. But the festivities aren’t enough to stop fairly imbalanced newsman Breck Artery from making pointed points about Glenn Greenwald and Edward Snowden. Back from the newsbreak, Alec and Jamie grill Christopher and Eric on who they’d each like to gay marry. Twan, “Queen of the Stars,” reads the signs before they read you. Relationship expert Miss JoNell Samms has a few things to say about...
2013-07-011h 47The Dinner Party ShowEp. 28 – Alec MapaApparently, people on Facebook can accuse you of anything. Christopher, Eric, and the Party People sound off on one woman’s viral Facebook post that falsely accused her ex-husband of rape. During the early show newsbreak, fairly imbalanced newsman Breck Artery introduces Newsmakers, a new talk show that allows him to berate other journalists. Back on track, Eric discusses his new murder-mystery series in the making. Christopher and Eric go full geek on STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS. While today’s featured guest gets comfy in the studio, Twan, “Queen of the Stars,” reads the signs before they read you and relation...
2013-05-281h 46Show Archive – The Dinner Party ShowEp. 28 – Alec MapaApparently, people on Facebook can accuse you of anything. Christopher, Eric, and the Party People sound off on one woman’s viral Facebook post that falsely accused her ex-husband of rape. During the early show newsbreak, fairly imbalanced newsman Breck Artery introduces Newsmakers, a new talk show that allows him to berate other journalists. Back on track, Eric discusses his new murder-mystery series in the making. Christopher and Eric go full geek on STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS. While today’s featured guest gets comfy in the studio, Twan, “Queen of the Stars,” reads the signs before they read you and relation...
2013-05-281h 46Audio – The Dinner Party ShowEp. 28 – Alec MapaApparently, people on Facebook can accuse you of anything. Christopher, Eric, and the Party People sound off on one woman’s viral Facebook post that falsely accused her ex-husband of rape. During the early show newsbreak, fairly imbalanced newsman Breck Artery introduces Newsmakers, a new talk show that allows him to berate other journalists. Back on track, Eric discusses his new murder-mystery series in the making. Christopher and Eric go full geek on STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS. While today’s featured guest gets comfy in the studio, Twan, “Queen of the Stars,” reads the signs before they read you and relation...
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Mindschmootz's PodcastEpisode 18 - "The 'Schmootz on Alec Mapa, America's Baby Daddy"I met Alec Mapa about ten years ago at a charity fundraiser. He performed a stand-up set that left me in pain; I laughed so hard my side hurt. Rare is the occasion that giving to charity not only exercises your heart, but also works your abdominals. As I sat down with Alec last week, I am happy to report nothing has changed. Baby Daddy is Alec's Kickstarter campaign to produce a documentary based on his latest stand-up tour of the same name. Listen as Alec reveals the journey of a loving couple's decision to adopt a child out of...
2013-05-2133 minThe Dinner Party ShowEp. 4 – Alec Mapa & Tony SweetTheir most hilarious show yet. Comedian Alec Mapa and internet radio host Tony Sweet join Christopher and Eric for their wildest, most outrageous dinner party to date, featuring a side-splitting musical performance from Alec Mapa during dessert.
2012-12-041h 46Show Archive – The Dinner Party ShowEp. 4 – Alec Mapa & Tony SweetTheir most hilarious show yet. Comedian Alec Mapa and internet radio host Tony Sweet join Christopher and Eric for their wildest, most outrageous dinner party to date, featuring a side-splitting musical performance from Alec Mapa during dessert.
2012-12-041h 46Audio – The Dinner Party ShowEp. 4 – Alec Mapa & Tony SweetTheir most hilarious show yet. Comedian Alec Mapa and internet radio host Tony Sweet join Christopher and Eric for their wildest, most outrageous dinner party to date, featuring a side-splitting musical performance from Alec Mapa during dessert.
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