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It's Mental! Podcast
052. Dating Jesus - Freddi Gralle
Meet Freddi Gralle - she's a stand-up comedian, screenwriter, and used to be a hardcore church girl. Due to her commitment with Jesus, she sort of only started dating at the age of 35. Join us in this episode as we uncover how her religious upbringing shaped her journey into dating and sex later in life. Want more from Freddi? See her live at her solo show "Church Girl, Interrupted" at Z-Bar on June 2nd. Check out the Berlin Mental Health Festival: www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com Stay updated on Face...
2023-05-17
1h 30
It's Mental! Podcast
051. From a Dysfunctional Family to Raising Children - Drew Portnoy
In this episode Moni chats with the oldest living comedian in Berlin - Drew Portnoy. Learn about Drew's life journey, from growing up in a challenging family environment to stepping into the role of a parent. Listen to his perspective on raising children while facing his own emotional struggles. Check out the Berlin Mental Health Festival: www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com Stay updated on Facebook & Instagram: @berlin.mental.health.festival Explore Drew Portnoy's world: www.berlinerisch.com Find out more about Moni Zhang Comedy: www.monizhang.com
2023-05-03
50 min
It's Mental! Podcast
050. One Man's Recovery from Anorexia - Dave Chawner
Join us for an engaging conversation with acclaimed British comic Dave Chawner, who has been an advocate for mental health at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and earned high praise for his solo stand-up show, "Mental". In our discussion, Dave shares his personal experience with anorexia, from adolescence to the present day. Dave's suggestions for enjoyment and motivation include: Movies: Mrs. Doubtfire and Yes Man Comedians: Robin Williams, Eddie Izzard, and Stewart Lee in "On Not Writing" To gain more insight into Dave's experiences, be sure to read...
2023-04-19
44 min
It's Mental! Podcast
049. Moni's Mental Health #03 with Melanie Erbar
Welcome back to the "It's Mental! Podcast" after a break that's felt like an eternity! In this comeback episode, Mel is interviewing Moni about her mental health journey. They'll dive into the Edinburgh Fringe, Moni's exciting transition to a full-time comedian, and her recent Bipolar 2 diagnosis. Tune in for a heartfelt and humorous discussion! Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com FB & INS: @berlin.mental.health.festival Melanie Erbar: INS: @alphaliscious Melanie's Podcast Bridges to the Soul. Moni Zhang Comedy www.monizhang.com FB & INS: @moni.zhang.comedy
2023-04-07
1h 00
It's Mental! Podcast
048. Bipolar 2 & Mental Health Culture in Thailand - Ann Chun
Ann Chun is a New York based comedian from Thailand. This summer, she brought her one-woman show "Asian Divorce" to Edinburgh Fringe, talking about her family drama & her own dating life. She had severe insomnia since a teenager and has been diagnosed with bipolar 2 disorder recently. Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com FB & INS: @berlin.mental.health.festival Ann Chun www.annchun.com INS: @annchuncomedy Moni Zhang Comedy www.monizhang.com
2022-11-09
1h 25
It's Mental! Podcast
047. Men's Mental Health - Live Recording at Podfest Berlin 2022
At Podfest Berlin 2022, we have a panel talk about men’s mental health. This podcast is part of the Berlin Mental Health Festival production. Panelists: Shaurya Tandon: Ins: @shauryatandon1 Justin Small: FB: @justinsmallcomedy INS: @justicakes Jöran Mandik: hallo@radiospaetkauf.com Get Help Berlin Podcast: https://www.radiospaetkauf.com/get-help-berlin/ Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com FB & INS: @berlin.mental.health.fes...
2022-07-20
1h 05
It's Mental! Podcast
046. "I'm Autistic" - Joe Wells
Joe Wells is a comedian & writer from the UK. His solo show “I’m autistic” is a brilliant comedy hour. Joe had issues with OCD when he was a teenager and was diagnosed with Autism when he was 30 years old. In this episode, we talked about Joe’s take on the Autism diagnosis, his experience with autism, and its impact on his comedy. Books mentioned by Joe: Neurotribes - Steve Silberman Show Us Who You Are & A Kind of Spark - Elle McNicoll Every book written by Donna Williams Follow u...
2022-07-13
1h 03
It's Mental! Podcast
045. From Banker to Photographer - Olivia Fernandez
At the age of 39, Olivia quit her banking job in Hongkong to become a photographer. It has been an exciting journey since then. In this episode, we talked about her childhood & family, her constant feeling of a misfit at her formal job, and her transition into a fulltime artist. Of course, also the doubts and negative voices in her head along the way. Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com FB & INS: @berlin.mental.health.festival Olivia Fernandez INS: @katinka8 ...
2022-07-06
1h 14
It's Mental! Podcast
044. Healing from Childhood Trauma while Raising a Child - Karl Pinzon Bustillo
Karl Pinzon Bustillo is a comedian from Colombia. They had a very traumatic childhood filled with chaos and violence. In this episode, we talked about their childhood, their gender identity, and their journey to heal from their trauma while becoming a parent. This podcast is part of the Berlin Mental Health Festival production. Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com FB & INS: @berlin.mental.health.festival Brendan Hickey: INS: @karlmedy Moni Zhang Comedy ...
2022-06-29
1h 06
It's Mental! Podcast
043. Funny Compulsive Eater & Body Positivity with Helen Bauer
Helen Bauer is one of the UK’s most exciting rising stand-up stars, and she started comedy in Beeeerlin! In this episode, Helen talks about her history of compulsive eating, her family history with autism and mental health, as well as her own experience of depression and treatment. Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com FB & INS: @berlin.mental.health.festival Helen Bauer: INS: @helenbabauer FB: @HelenBauerComedy TW: @HelenBaBauer Moni Zhang Co...
2022-06-14
53 min
It's Mental! Podcast
042. "Ireland, the home of Depression" - Brendan Hickey
Once upon a time, Brandan Hickey was a philosophy PhD student in Ireland. Now he's a struggling comedian in Berlin. In this episode, we talked about his challenges with Depression since he's 14 years old. How he managed to maintain a stable mental health with dietary changes. Also the impact of comedy on his life. This podcast is part of the Berlin Mental Health Festival production. Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com FB & INS: @berlin.mental.health.festival
2022-05-18
1h 04
It's Mental! Podcast
041. Moni's Mental Health #02 with Melanie Erbar
After a burnout episode, Moni decides she'll have a quarterly check-in on her own mental health. In this episode, Melanie and Moni talked about Moni's road to burnout and her undealt grief from her past long-term relationship. This podcast is part of the Berlin Mental Health Festival production. Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com FB & INS: @berlin.mental.health.festival Melanie Erbar: INS: @alphaliscious Melanie's Podcast Bridges to the Soul. Moni Zhang...
2022-05-11
1h 08
It's Mental! Podcast
040. Love and Sex Addiction & 12 Steps Program - Craig Teatime
Craig Teatime is a poet and tattoo artist from Ireland. In this episode, we talked about mental health in the queer community, his addiction to dating apps, as well as his experience of healing & the 12 Steps Program. This podcast is part of the Berlin Mental Health Festival production. Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com FB & INS: @berlin.mental.health.festival Craig Teatime INS: @craigteatime Moni Zhang Comedy www.monizhang.com ...
2022-05-04
1h 15
It's Mental! Podcast
039. Child abuse by her own parents - Krissi Kotev
Krissi Kotev is a social worker & comedian from Bulgaria and based in Berlin. In this episode, we talked about her childhood growing up not loved by her parents and the consistent aggression & violence from her dad, as well as how she left that toxic environment as a teenager. This podcast is part of the Berlin Mental Health Festival production. Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com FB & INS: @berlin.mental.health.festival Krissi Kotev INS...
2022-04-27
50 min
It's Mental! Podcast
038. School Bullying & Vasectomy - Pierre
Pierre is a French dude based in Berlin. As a teenager, he was bullied at school and in his village. Now 43 years old, he's still dealing with the trauma and its aftermath. In this episode, we talked about his childhood, his mental health journey, his mental health toolbox, and his decision to have a vasectomy. This podcast is part of the Berlin Mental Health Festival production. Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com FB & INS: @berlin.mental.health.festival
2022-04-20
1h 03
It's Mental! Podcast
037. Grief for a longterm relationship & body acceptance - Mara A
Mara Ambrosie is an English teacher, standup comedian, and portrait artist based in Barcelona. Originally she's from Romania. In this episode, we talked about our learnings from the loss of a long relationship, body acceptance, and our self-diagnosed ADHD. This podcast is part of the Berlin Mental Health Festival production. Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com FB & INS: @berlin.mental.health.festival Mara A INS: @ambrosiemara, @whenindoubtportrait Moni Zhang Comedy ...
2022-04-13
1h 24
It's Mental! Podcast
036. Suicide Prevention Panel Talk - Live Recorded at Berlin Mental Health Festival 2021
At Berlin Mental Health Festival 2021, we had a panel talk to share best practices that battle suicidal thoughts. Panelists: Melanie Erbar: meli.erbar@gmail.com Alper Guney: alper1guney@gmail.com Divia Vogel: divia@findpoise.com Sen Zhan: sen.zhan@gmail.com Sophie Adler: sophie.charlotte.adler@gmail.com This podcast is part of the Berlin Mental Health Festival production. Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.b...
2022-04-01
2h 03
It's Mental! Podcast
035. Leaving the Corporate World - Eléonore Clemente
Eléonore Clemente is an empowerment coach, Burlesque performer, poet and singer-songwriter. She quit her wellpaid corporate job to do art. She dreams of a world where everyone would have the courage to be doing what they love. In this episode we talked about her decision to leave her job, her difficult relationship with her dad, anxiety issues, and our spiritual practice. This podcast is part of the Berlin Mental Health Festival production. Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com
2022-03-30
1h 06
It's Mental! Podcast
034. Group Home, ADHD, and Racial Identity - Cedric Till
Cedric Till is a Berlin based rap musician and poet. He had behavior issues as a kid and was sent to a group home when he was seven years old. Growing up in a single-parent & impoverished family, there was a lot of stress in life. Luckily he had music & sports in his life to survive him through those tough years. In this episode, he’s being so vulnerable with his healing journey. This podcast is part of the Berlin Mental Health Festival production. Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental He...
2022-03-21
1h 09
It's Mental! Podcast
033. Fighting Breast Cancer with Sarah Philippa Greenspan
Sarah is a burlesque performer and opera singer from the US. A year ago she was diagnosed with cancer and today she shares this journey with us. This podcast is part of the Berlin Mental Health Festival production. Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com FB & INS: @berlin.mental.health.festival Sarah Philippa Greenspan INS: @pinupsoprano Moni Zhang Comedy www.monizhang.com FB & INS: @moni...
2022-02-23
46 min
It's Mental! Podcast
032. Breakups, 12 Steps Program, and Phone Addiction - Sarah Tollemache
Sarah Tollemache is a stand-up comedian and writer based in New York. We got in contact when she was visiting & performing in Berlin with her husband Joe List. In this episode, we talked about our failed relationships, her experience with alcoholism and the 12 steps program, and phone addictions. This podcast is part of the Berlin Mental Health Festival production. Follow us on social media: Berlin Mental Health Festival www.berlin-mental-health-festival.com FB & INS: @berlin.mental.health.festival Sarah Tollemache www.sarahtcomedy.com INS...
2022-02-10
1h 18
It's Mental! Podcast
031. Inner Voices vs. the Artistic Process - Tera Kilbride
Since nine years old, Tera suffers mental health issues. Over the years she was diagnosed with OCD, Anxiety, Depression, and many more. But it’s the diagnose of CPTSD that really explains her situation: feeling of worthless, unable to form secured attachment, issues of commitment, etc. In this episode, we talked about Tera’s journey from Minnesota to Berlin & from a trained Psychologist to a standup comedian. It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this podcast, we also offer free mental support groups, story slams, and book c...
2022-01-23
1h 09
It's Mental! Podcast
030. Third Culture Kid & Finding Identity - Melanie Erbar
Melanie Erbar is a third culture kid as the child of a diplomat family. Being Argentinian, she didn’t feel at home there. As the youngest child of four siblings, her identity and sense of self were blurry. She came to Berlin to find herself. In this episode, we talked about her journey from Argentina to Berlin, her spiritual practice, and how to build a safe & inviting environment for ourselves. It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this podcast, we also offer free mental support groups, stor...
2022-01-18
1h 07
It's Mental! Podcast
029. 50 Shades of Melancholy - Tim Whelan
Tim Whelan is a German language comedian from the UK. Tim has always been melancholy and Radiohead songs are playing in the background of his head often. In this episode, he shared his journey & how he’s motivated to seek therapy. Find more information about Tim: Instagram: @whelan_verfuegbar Facebook: @imtimwhelan More information: www.tim-whelan.de It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this podcast, we also offer free mental support groups, story slams, and book club events. To k...
2021-12-27
1h 10
It's Mental! Podcast
028. Heroin Addiction & Bipolar Disorder - Bill Bernat
Bill Bernat once was a crack cocaine & heroin addict, but now he’s 13 years clean. Since then, he became a mental health advocate and has a TED talk “How to Connect with Depressed Friends”. In this episode we talked about his addiction, journey to sobriety and his battle with bipolar disorder. It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this podcast, we also offer free mental support groups, story slams, and book club events. To keep yourself updated, please follow me on social media: It’s Mental He...
2021-12-14
1h 33
It's Mental! Podcast
027. 10 Years Sobriety with Ben
Ben is my supervisor from my former corporate life. As a manager, he talks openly about his mental health struggles and alcoholic issues to destigmatize the topic at the workplace. In this episode, we talked about his alcoholic issues, AA meetings, and how to help our alcoholic friends. It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this podcast, we also offer free mental support groups, story slams, and book club events. To keep yourself updated, please follow me on social media: It’s Mental Health Come...
2021-12-09
1h 14
It's Mental! Podcast
027. 10 Years Sobriety with Ben
Ben is my supervisor from my former corporate life. As a manager, he talks openly about his mental health struggles and alcoholic issues to destigmatize the topic at the workplace. In this episode, we talked about his alcoholic issues, AA meetings, and how to help our alcoholic friends. It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this podcast, we also offer free mental support groups, story slams, and book club events. To keep yourself updated, please follow me on social media: It’s Mental Heal...
2021-12-01
1h 13
It's Mental! Podcast
026. Moni's Mental Health - Live Recording at Berlin Mental Health Festival
In November, the Berlin Mental Health Festival has taken place. It's such a connecting experience for everyone involved. Putting together this festival is very challenging yet rewarding. How's Moni's mental health going? What did she learn about her own mental health along the journey? It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this podcast, we also offer free mental support groups, story slams, and book club events. To keep yourself updated, please follow me on social media: It’s Ment...
2021-11-26
1h 03
It's Mental! Podcast
025. The Lonely Kid & Chasing Normality with Bruno Mazzini
Bruno is a Peruvian dude with an Italian passport. He started seeing therapist since he was eight years old. Being bullied at school and home, he felt lonely. Eventually he found out his passion in life. It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this podcast, we also offer free mental support groups, story slams, and book club events. To keep yourself updated, please follow me on social media: It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin: https://www.facebook.com/its.mental.health.comedy Moni...
2021-11-19
1h 06
It's Mental! Podcast
024. Breakup Special - Live Recording at PodFest Berlin
In this live recording we have a panel of creatives talking about our breakup experiences & learnings. All breakups are good, because no one would break up a good relationship. There’re quite some nice things about breakups too. But of course we still feel broken and think we might never meet someone again. We’ve all been there! Anna Beros: FB: @annaberoscomedian INS: @afberos Patrick Moore: https://www.face...
2021-10-28
1h 17
It's Mental! Podcast
023. Imaginary World, Romania, and Anxiety - Mihai Tartara
As a Romanian hairy man, Mihai believes himself as half vampire & half werewolf. With his parents too busy arguing with each other to give him attention, he created a fictional world for himself. In this episode, we explore his childhood, creative energy and anxiety. It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this podcast, we also offer free mental support groups, story slams, and book club events. To keep yourself updated, please follow me on social media: It’s Ment...
2021-10-13
1h 03
It's Mental! Podcast
022. OCD, Daily Panic Attacks & Argentina Meat Education - Franco
Franco is a software developer in Berlin. He used to have daily panic attacks then he found out his anxiety comes from undiagnosed OCD. He’s doing better now! It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this podcast, we also offer free mental support groups, story slams, and book club events. To keep yourself updated, please follow me on social media: It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin: https://www.facebook.com/its.mental.health.comedy
2021-10-06
1h 16
It's Mental! Podcast
021. Panic Attacks, Drug Abuse & Undiagnosed Adult ADD/ADHD - Caroline Clifford
Caroline is one of the OGs of the Berlin English comedy scene. She’s also one of the cofounders of Berlin Standup School and produces the Berlin New Standup Award. She had issues with depression since she was young. Around five years ago she started to have panic attacks. This episode is her first time talking openly about her mental health. It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this podcast, we also offer free mental support groups, story slams, and book club events. To k...
2021-09-29
1h 08
It's Mental! Podcast
020. Anxiety, boreout, inner critic, and career transformation - Lucy Straathof
Lucy Straathof is a singer and transformational coach. Since her teenage years, she was constantly anxious and unhappy. After 10 years of struggle and many burnout/boreout, finally she found her calling in life and the courage to take the actions to change. It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this podcast, we also offer free mental support groups, story slams, and book club events. To keep yourself updated, please follow me on social media: It’s Mental Health Come...
2021-09-22
1h 14
It's Mental! Podcast
019. OCD, anxiety, depression, germophobia, and eating ass - Rob Moriarty
Rob Moriarty is an Irish dude in Berlin doing standup comedy. Since a very young age, he had severe mental issues. Now every month when he goes to the pharmacy to pick up his prescribed antidepressants, the pharmacist is surprised that he made another month alive. It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this podcast, we also offer free mental support groups, story slams, and book club events. To keep yourself updated, please follow me on social media: It...
2021-09-10
1h 14
It's Mental! Podcast
018. Talk with my suicidal thoughts - Childhood & Adult ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression - Ori Halevy
Ori Halevy is an Israeli writer, filmmaker, and stand up comedian based in Berlin. He was diagnosed with ADHD when he was 11 years old. Since then, he has been dealing with ADHD, anxiety and depression. He shares his journey and tools with us in this episode. It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this podcast, we also offer free mental support groups, story slams, and book club events. To keep yourself updated, please follow me on social media: It...
2021-09-02
1h 09
Vanga Pesalam
P. V. Sindhu (Indian badminton player)
Badminton World Federation (BWF) gold at the 2019 World Championships. She is the first Indian to become the Badminton World Champion and only the second individual athlete from India to win two consecutive medals at the Olympic Games. She rose to a career-high world ranking of no. 2 in April 2017. Sindhu broke into the top 20 of the BWF World Ranking in September 2012, at the age of 17.Beginning in 2013, she won a medal at every world championships, with the exception of 2015. She is just the second woman after Zhang Ning to win five or more medals at the world championships. She represented India...
2021-08-02
03 min
It's Mental! Podcast
017. A night with my boyfriend AND his mistress - Crazy Breakup Story - Victoria
Victoria was in a relationship for 8 years. One day, her boyfriend came home announced "We need to breakup. I met someone else." After a series of illogical events, Victoria ended up in bed with her him AND the mistress. In this episode, Victoria shares her breakup process and how she kept herself sane. And of course, some tips on how to avoid a breakup like hers. It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this...
2021-07-28
1h 05
It's Mental! Podcast
016. "I'm happy for the first time in my life" - Anxiety, Panic Attacks & Depression - Brendon Kinch
Brendon is a storyteller, a comedian, and a Kiwi. He has severe Anxiety since he could remember. After years of suffering and suicidal thoughts, he had an epiphany two years ago: "I think I'm depressed!" From that moment, everything makes sense. During the pandemic, Brendon, like many people, began an episode of depression. It luckily led him to the journey of therapy. For the first time in his life, Brendon wakes up happy. In this episode, we talk about New Zealand, Depression, his anxiety for FKK (Freikörperkultur), and much more. ...
2021-07-07
1h 18
Patchats
Mental Health, Growing up in China, and Comedy with Moni Zhang | Patchats
Moni Zhang joins The Laugh at Pat podcast for a Patchat about her experience growing up in China, her struggle with her mental health, and what it has meant to her to find her voice through stand up comedy. We also discuss the cultural challenges of emigrating to Europe, and the worst job Moni ever had. Check out Moni's podcast about mental health, her online storytelling show, her Youtube page, and her book club!
2021-07-06
1h 06
It's Mental! Podcast
015 - Porn, Drug, and Addiction & German Mental Health Mentality - Richard Schäfer
German comedian Richard Schäfer talks about the culture in (east) Germany for mental health awareness, his porn addiction and the experience growing up with an alcoholic parent. Richard started to work on his mental health a few years ago and now he has a German language podcast about mental health. Danke fürs Teilen https://open.spotify.com/show/2jq0X8O27tNGft1TxsbE9E It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production to destigmatize mental health issues. On top of this podcast, we also offer free mental support groups, story slams, and b...
2021-06-03
1h 22
It's Mental! Podcast
014. Burnout, the voices in our head, and tools to deal with them - Francesco Kirchhoff
Francesco was depressed as a teenager, but it took him many years to realize & accept the label “depression”. The label gave him the vocabulary to describe what he was experiencing and find tools to deal with it. Since then he learnt how to take care of his own mental health. Careful as he is, he unexpectedly slipped back into it and had a burnout in 2020. How come? What clues to look for before it goes bad? What tools can we use? Tune in to learn. It's Mental! Health Comedy Berlin is a comedy production about mental...
2021-05-14
1h 09
K-Drama School
K-Drama School - Ep 19: Personal Taste and Giving Our Mothers a Childhood with Moni Zhang
[Spoiler Alert] In this episode of K-Drama School, Grace discusses the show Personal Taste (2010, MBC) and its LGBTQIA+ theme. Grace continues to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month as well as picture-locking her film while in New York. Grace talks about acknowledging the celebration of mothers on Mother's Day but also being mindful and respectful of those who have contentious relationships or no relationship with their parents who might feel uncomfortable with such holidays. Grace then has a chat with comedian Moni Zhang (@moni.zhang.comedy on Instagram) about growing up in Wuhan, China and its famous hot-dry noodles, her latest LSD t...
2021-05-10
1h 32
K-Drama School
K-Drama School - Ep 19: Personal Taste and Giving Our Mothers a Childhood with Moni Zhang
[Spoiler Alert] In this episode of K-Drama School, Grace discusses the show Personal Taste (2010, MBC) and its LGBTQIA+ theme. Grace continues to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month as well as picture-locking her film while in New York. Grace talks about acknowledging the celebration of mothers on Mother's Day but also being mindful and respectful of those who have contentious relationships or no relationship with their parents who might feel uncomfortable with such holidays. Grace then has a chat with comedian Moni Zhang (@moni.zhang.comedy on Instagram) about growing up in Wuhan, China and its famous hot-dry noodles, her latest...
2021-05-10
1h 32
It's Mental! Podcast
013. Suicidal Thoughts, Self Compassion, and THE SECRET WEAPON against Depression - Patrick Moore
Pat is a Youtuber and standup comedian who’s famous for having two moms. He refuses to pee sitting down like a civilized gentleman, because it was pretty an effort for his two moms to teach him to pee standing up. Pat would tell people he’s from California, hoping people would not realize he’s from the USA. At the age of 21, Pat had his first diagnosed clinical depression. Since then, he has learned many tools to cope. We’ll discuss many of them in this episode, such as sports, diet, sleep, self-compassion, and THE SECRET WEAPON.
2021-05-04
1h 19
It's Mental! Podcast
012. Trauma, Dating a Pedo and the First Steps to Get Help - Grace Jung
Dealing with trauma is a life-long journey. Grace started dating a much older guy at the age of 17. Being in a manipulative relationship has pushed her into a deep depression, where even washing her hair seemed like an impossible mission. One day, she told herself: "I'm so unhappy. I'm consistently in pain. How do I make this stop? There's got be a way." Then she began her journey of nurturing her mental health. Grace is a first-generation Korean immigrant growing up in the US. Speaking better English than her parents, she acted as her own p...
2021-04-17
1h 17
It's Mental! Podcast
011. Anxiety & Panic Attacks & Mental Health Mindset in Argentina - Julieta
Teenager Julieta was hyper-excited for her 16 years birthday. She has been waiting for this day for three year. Finally she could do the thing she wanted so badly. Now she can HAVE SEX. No, joking. Who wants sex when you can have therapy? Julieta is a Berlin-based standup comedian from Argentina. She deals with anxiety issues since 13. In this episode, we discussed the mental health mindset in Argentina and Germany, mental traumas of dating & ghosting, women-specific mental health challenges, and much more. Tune in to know her stories! It’s Mental Health Comedy Berlin is a co...
2021-03-31
1h 12
It's Mental! Podcast
010. Self-worth Issues: Strong Women Deal with Them Too - Anna Beros
Anna Beros is a female comedian who thrives in this male-dominated industry. She hosts and produces comedy shows such as Adults Only Comedy, Döner Comedy, Glory Hole Comedy, PUNCH UP Comedy, GRINDHOUSE Comedy, and Hairy Bitches Comedy. She’s independent, high-energy, and strong. But she got self-worth issues too. Sometimes, she beats herself down, just like many other women. How come? When did it start? Why is it? How’s the journey? What are her best practices? You’ll find out the answers in this episode. It’s Mental! is a podcast...
2021-02-27
1h 16
It's Mental! Podcast
009. Medication-induced Psychosis and Depression & restarting life at the age of 48 - Richard McLachlan
Your back hurts. You went to the doctor, got some medication, felt magically better. Then suddenly you just feel depressed and want to jump out of your balcony. This is not a drama movie but actually happened to Richard, twice. Once when he was 19 years old, then again nearly 30 years later. It sounds horrible, but there’s a silver lining: at the age of 48 reaching the lowest point of his life, Richard put himself together and reinvented himself. It’s Mental! Is a production about comedy and mental health. Follow us for more real mental heal...
2021-02-13
1h 12
It's Mental! Podcast
008. The Trauma of Growing up as Female in India & China - Abhipsha Mohanty
The world is not a fair place for women, especially in countries like India and China. We are deprived of our own identity and dreams, being told that we are only of value if one day we’ll be married. But there are rebellious girls like Abhi, who knew it’s wrong. That made her depressed because everything around her wasn’t right. Now Abhi has successfully escaped India, doing comedy to open up her traumatic past. How was her journey? You’ll find out in this episode. Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moni.z...
2021-02-06
1h 05
It's Mental! Podcast
007 . Mental Illnesses: Don't You Label Me! - Chris Doering
Mental Illnesses sounds spooky. So many stigmas around it. People will talk, behind my back. I don't think I'm THAT crazy. I'm doing not that bad. I will not *call* it depression. Sounds familiar? Or even an internal dialogue you have had? There ARE many stigmas around mental illnesses and it's normal to feel overwhelmed. Admitting the issues is the first step to get help. Still sounds scary? Then let's not label it. Chris Doering is a Berlin-based standup comedian. He doesn't like to label things. The goal is to feel better, we don't have...
2021-01-24
1h 15
It's Mental! Podcast
006. 20 Years with Antidepressants & Depression - CC Hexe
Are antidepressants super bad? Or Scientology has a point? Maybe my mom should stop her insulin intake, cause she should just be strong & snap out of it. Depression is a real disease. As real as cancer or diabetes. People take medicines when they are sick. Antidepressants are the medicines for Major Depressive Disorder (aka Depression). Do antidepressants work? How does it feel like when you are on antidepressants? CC Hexe shares her story with depression and antidepressants. Who's CC Hexe? CC is a brilliant standup comedian now based in NYC. She started to...
2021-01-03
1h 08
It's Mental! Podcast
005. Bye Bye! Energy Suckers! - Jet Set Ty Rone
Do you have energy suckers in your life? You know whom I'm talking about. Did your uncle just tell his 76th liar today? The alcoholic flatmate called you at 3 am to fetch her in a bar cause she has no money? Or is your sister who found her "true love" five times per month? Energy suckers are in trouble. Consistently. They need attention. They suck the energy and positivity out of your life. Toxic people gonna stay toxic. Know one when you see one. Take a deep breath, and walk away. Don't try to be a savior.
2020-12-27
1h 12
It's Mental! Podcast
004. Childhood Depression that Lasts into Adulthood - Kate Cheka
Kate Cheka is a mixed-race British comedian based in Berlin. She has always struggled with depression since the age of 10. Growing up in the countryside of England, she was the only mix raced kid in the school. Kids were mean. Kate was the different kid. She was bullied and wasn't feeling safe. Even therapy is hard, her very own therapist wouldn't understand the stress & racism Kate was experiencing until she found a therapist who's also mixed race. In this episode, Kate tells her story and shares her tricks to NOT commit suicide despite...
2020-12-20
1h 05
Adults ONLY Comedy Berlin
4.Rubbing the shame away with Moni Zhang
Anna and Moni talk dating bisexuals, Chinese sexpectations, LSD, weed and multitasking masturbation.
2020-12-13
1h 20
It's Mental! Podcast
003. Men Need Therapy Too! - Oliver Sotra
Oliver Sotra is a half British, half Serbian standup comedian based in Berlin, Germany. At the age of 25, he decided to look for help from therapy, despite his own unmanaged ego as a young man living in a macho society. Therapy has changed his life. Before it, his life was offering him major challenges but he couldn’t escape due to his Claustrophobia: the fear of being in small spaces was too intense that he wasn’t able to take a flight. Since then, with the tools he learned from three years' therapy sessions, he lived t...
2020-12-13
1h 07
It's Mental! Podcast
002. Nir Gottleid - Staying Alive with Depression and Anxiety
How does it feel like to have Depression or Anxiety? What comedians do to cope with it? Moni Zhang is a Chinese standup comedian based in Berlin, Germany. Comedy showed her light and helped her get out of depression. She aims to use the art to help more people, be it a friend, comedian, or audience. Nir Gottleid is an Israeli comic based in Berlin, Germany, because he heard "for some reasons, there's a shortage of Jews in Germany". Nir is probably severely depressed, owing to the many years of suicidal ideation, but h...
2020-12-06
57 min
It's Mental! Podcast
001. Dragos Cristian - 3rd World Childhood
Dragos Cristian is a Romanian standup comedian based in Berlin, Germany. Growing up in post-communist Romania, Dragos had no dream nor hope, until he found out comedy. On the other side of the world, Moni Zhang was born and raised in China. From a very young age, she understood that she should always hide & feel ashamed, as she is raised by a divorced handicapped mother and they live in a sweatshop. Against all odds, Moni made it to Europe and had a great career. Then she collapsed. Depression hit her hard. She couldn’t see hope, until th...
2020-11-29
1h 08
Dragos Energy Podcast
57. Moni Zhang - When Being FUNNY is NOT Part of The Culture
On this episode of the podcast - Moni Zhang - Chinese born comedian based out of Berlin join me to talk a bit more about comedy - discovering a passion for the art fighting the inner cultural resistance to pursue this path. A great over all chat - hope you enjoy it and if you do be sure to follow MONI on her social media:https://www.facebook.com/moni.zhang.comedyhttps://www.instagram.com/moni_zhang_comedy/
2020-11-27
1h 05