Chris Gethard | Laughing Together: Connection Through Comedy

In this episode of This Helps, Marlon and Hannah sit down with comedian, actor, and writer Chris Gethard and Britney Stone, Senior Director of Outreach and Engagement at Wellness Together. They dive into Laughing Together, a Wellness Together program that sends comedians into schools to lead improv workshops designed to help students connect, communicate, and build confidence. Chris and Britney share some amazing stories of students finding confidence, overcoming social anxiety and isolation, and building real connections through comedy—proving just how powerful laughter can be for mental health and community. To learn more about Laughing Together visit: https://laughingtogether.org/ Make a donation: https://www.wellnesstogether.org/giving Donations to Laughing Together support mental health services for students across the country. 🎥 Watch This Helps YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Mr.MarlonMorgan! 🔗 Stay connected with the podcast! Instagram: @thishelpspodcast For business: [email protected] 🔗 Stay connected with the podcast host, Marlon Morgan, Founder & CEO of Wellness Together Instagram: @mrmarlonmorgan LinkedIn: Marlon Morgan 📢 Know someone extraordinary who should be featured on This Helps? Visit https://www.thishelpspodcast.com/joinus and tell us all about it. 📓 FREE online mental health training at our Wellness Education Lab.WELLNESS EDUCATION LAB™ (WEL) is practical and empowering online mental health training. Each module offers three different versions for three unique audiences: students (13+), parents/guardians, and educators/school staff. Parents/guardians modules are also available in Spanish. ⛵️ Wellness Together is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation providing mental health services for students (K-12 and University), families, and educators on campus and online. Our mission is to deliver mental health support & programming to advance mental health awareness, advocacy, and access for everyone. NOTE: If you or someone you know is experiencing a medical or psychiatric emergency, call 911. If you or someone you know needs to speak with someone immediately, call or text The Lifeline at 988.