Podcast Episodes

Best Of: Greg Behrendt

Originally aired in 2011, Paul and Greg do the very first Fear & Love Off. One of Paul’s favorites. They also talk about childhood surgeries, creepy moms and failing at sports.

Best Of: Karen Kilgariff

Originally aired in 2013, this is a best of ep with Karen Kilgariff @KarenKilgariff, the co-host of My Favorite Murder, years before she started her podcast. This was recorded in front of an audience at the Bridgetown Comedy Festival.

We will be back with new episodes in August.

Best Of: Jamie aka Jimmy Franzo

A “Best Of” episode from 2013, Paul’s friend opens up about being kidnapped by a motorcycle gang at 13, his success as a South Beach nightclub owner and the effect it had on his ego, the “animal” he says he became and the cocaine and heroin addiction that brought him to his knees. He also talks about working on repairing his relationships with his sons after losing custody of them as young boys because of his drug addiction.

Near Death Experience – Sarah Goff

Sarah Goff opens up about her intense struggles with a mystery illness that caused severe pain and led to a near-death experience–and a complete shift in her mindset going forward.

Andrew Solomon & Juan Acosta LGBTQ+ Advocacy

Paul leads a conversation with Andrew Solomon @Andrew_Solomon (author, and mental health activist) & Juan Acosta @JUANACOSTA_ (author and activist) about mental health advocacy, LGBTQ+ advocacy, and how these issues overlap. This conversation was made possible by NAMI West LA.

Codependency – Marissa Esquibel LMFT

Therapist Marissa Esquibel (LMFT) and host of the Codependummy Podcast joins Paul to deep dive into codependency and parentification. She also opens up about her own life, including some of the struggles that come with being a twin.

Emotional Neglect – Gillian G

Artist and graphic novel author Gillian G shares her struggles with anxiety, her deep desire to be a prodigy, and how she confronted her father about his emotional neglect. Be sure to check out her book Shirley & Jamila Save Their Summer.

Narcissistic Partners – Dr. Gregory Kushnick

Psychologist Dr. Gregory Kushnick discusses his specialty: Signs you’re in a relationship with a narcissist.

Therapeutic Writing – Diane Sherry Case

Diane Sherry Case is an author and creative writing instructor with a specific focus on therapeutic writing. She and Paul discuss the power of writing in processing your emotions, including a few writing prompts that listeners can practice.