The Smoke Break

The Smoke Break

por Zane Thomas, Zoë Schwartz, & Jasmine Nothing

Entrevistas de comedia Salud mental

Episode 78: “ADHD-Mystified” (ft. Danelle Porter)

On this weeks episode of “The Smoke Break”, we talk with comedian Danelle Porter about her experience with understanding ADHD and getting diagnosed. We also discuss the difference between goals and values and how establishing strong values can help to make us feel more accomplished. Episodes premier Sundays from 9-10am on Shady Pines and Pretty Dope Xperience Radio! Recordings drop on ALL platforms on Mondays at 6pm.

Episode 77: "Damage Control" (ft. Ryan Danley & Mic Crenshaw)

On this week's episode of "The Smoke Break," we talk with comedian and advocate Ryan Danley, as well as rapper and activist Mic Crenshaw, about the intersection between masculinity, feminism and mental health. We also discuss the importance of self care and its relation to being a role mode in the community. Episodes premier Sundays from 9-10am on Shady Pines and Pretty Dope Xperience Radio! Recordings drop on ALL platforms on Mondays at 6pm.

Episode 76: "Oppression and Depression" (ft. Ronnie Macaroni)

On this week's episode of The Smoke Break, we talk with comedian and activist Ronnie Macaroni about how systemic oppression effects our mental health and harms our physical well-being. We also discuss neurodivergence through the lens of privilege, as well as the super powers that often come with having a brain that is wired differently. This week's musical guest: Figure 8. Episodes air on Shady Pines and Pretty Dope Xperience Radio Sundays from 9-10am! Recordings drop Mondays on ALL platforms at 6pm!

Episode 75: "He Still Ran The Light!" (ft. Sir Lance Edward & Julian Outlaw)

On this weeks episode of The Smoke Break, we talk with comedian Lance Edwards and rapper Julian Outlaw about showing up confidently even when you don't feel like it. We also discuss internalized racism in the black community and for reason a lot of wrestling too. Episodes air on Shady Pines and Pretty Dope Xperience Radio Sundays from 9-10am! Recordings drop Mondays on Spotify and Wednesdays on YouTube at 6pm!

Episode 74: “Rejection and Perception” (ft. Cole Sampson)

On this weeks episode of The Smoke Break, we talk with comedian and therapist, Cole Sampson, about the concept of peoples perceptions impacting our performance as well as the cyclical nature of mood episodes and what we can learn from them. Episodes air on Shady Pines and Pretty Dope Xperience Radio Sundays from 9-10am! Recordings drop Mondays on Spotify and Wednesdays on YouTube at 6pm!

Episode 73: "Emotional Labor and Authenticity" (ft. Zane & Zoë)

On this week’s episode of “The Smoke Break,” Zane and Zoë talk about what emotional labor is, what it looks like, and how to make sure we’re not asking those close to us to do “all the work.” We also discuss some of the benefits and draw backs of operating with authenticity. For The Joke Break, we ask the question, “In an ideal world, what would the next year look like?” Episodes drop Mondays on Spotify and Wednesday on YouTube at 6pm!

Episode 72: "Farewell, Malik!" (ft. Chrix The Great & Malik Rayshon)

On this week's episode of The Smoke Break, we say “see ya later” to Malik and in celebration of Malik’s final episode, him and esoteric rapper, Chrix The Great talk with about how we adapt under pressure and make the most of the moment. We also talk about choosing content, and what inspires us to create. Together we answer the question “What would be/are your hang-ups as a father?”” Check out The Smoke Break every Sunday from 9-10am on Shady Pines Radio and Pretty Dope Xperience Radio! Download the apps! Catch up on Mixcloud, and keep up on Spotify. Episodes drop Mondays on Spotify and Wednesdays on YouTube at 6pm!

Episode 71: "Technical Difficulties" (ft. Zane & Zoë)

On this week’s episode of “The Smoke Break,” hosts Zane Thomas and Zoë Schwartz talk about abundance versus scarcity mindsets and how they can impact our perception and world view. We also discuss reality checking and how this strategy can be used to help us manage our negative thoughts. We wrap it up with “The Joke Break” where we ask the question, ”What’s one contradiction that lives inside you?” Check out The Smoke Break every Sunday from 9-10am on Shady Pines Radio and Pretty Dope Xperience Radio! Download the apps! Catch up on Mixcloud, and keep up on Spotify. Episodes drop Mondays on Spotify and Wednesdays on YouTube at 6pm!

Episode 70: "Everybody Struggles" (ft. Beatriz Yanez)

On this weeks episode of The Smoke Break, we talk with Beatriz Yañez, a professional working with the houseless community, about struggling with your own mental health while working in the field. We also discuss barriers to becoming housed and how mental illness plays a role in that process. We wrap it up with The Joke Break where we ask the question, “What did you not get from your dad that you’d want to give to your kid?” Check out The Smoke Break every Sunday from 9-10am on Shady Pines Radio and Pretty Dope Xperience Radio! Download the apps! Catch up on MixCloud, keep up on Spotify. YouTube episodes drop on Wednesdays at 6pm!

Episode 69: "We Never Made The Joke" (ft. Amelia Evans)

On this week's episode of "The Smoke Break," we talk with comedian Amelia Evans about imposter syndrome and the feeling that something we worked hard to achieve "isn’t really meant for us.” We also discuss pain and it's relation to artistry as well as possibly outgrowing old material. We wrap things up with "The Joke Break," and answer the question "What are you REALLY thinking when you say 'Nothing,' when someone asks you what you're thinking about?" Check out The Smoke Break every Sunday from 9-10am on Shady Pines and Pretty Dope Xperience Radio! Recorded episodes drop on Spotify every Monday and on YouTube every Wednesday at 6pm!

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