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Comically Exposed
by Gabbie Blachman and Heather Nye
A podcast about the triumphs and failures of two comedy writers with OCD. Follow along to hear them attempt to challenge themselves and each other. Podcast is on hiatus, no new episodes.
Episodes
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Episode 29 - Interview with Jeannie Mecorney
Trigger warning: child abuse and sexual assault are discussed but not described in this episode. Interview with Jeannie Mecorney, an artist, cartoonist, memoirist and Gabbie’s mom. Jeannie chats with us about life after retirement and finally owning the blank page to work that brings her joy and...
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Episode 28 - We're Back
We're finally back, again! Hiatus shimatus. We discuss the process of finding our creative work and accepting the way we work. Heather tries to figure out what she wants to do and prepares for a difficult conversation. Gabbie finds success with stand up and dreams of bombing and making millions....
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Episode 27 - Interview with Angie Hawkins
Interview with Angie Hawkins, an author and storyteller that studied at Second City in Chicago. She published her first memoir, Running in Slippers, is a raw and vulnerable retelling that begins with a breakup and loss of a parent to a life changing motivational conference that sparks a big move...
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Episode 26 - Nothing makes you feel funnier than powerlessness.
We're finally back! Did you miss us? Well, we missed you. Nothing makes you feel funnier than powerlessness. We chat about the struggles of ERP, accepting uncertainty and overthinking paralysis. Gabbie brings up the phenomenon of experiencing less OCD while traveling and the crows she is trying…
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Episode 25 - It's OCD Awareness Week!
It's OCD Awareness Week! Gabbie reminds Heather of the rules we create. Heather gives Gabbie a deadline. We discuss disrupting our OCD by doing something different, holding things loosely and nightmares. Also, comedy things we are working on. //OCD Resources// IOCDF: iocdf.org NOCD…
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Episode 24 - Interview with Winston Carter
Interview with Winston Carter, a talented Los Angeles based comedian, writer, editor and musician. He is a member of the Pack Theater house team [REDACTED] and the drummer of the band Drac and the Swamp Rats. Winston chats about his mental health and his feelings on accepting them as they are…
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Episode 23 - Happy First Birthday, Podcast!
Happy First Birthday, Podcast! Gabbie moves to her new place and finds a note with a hot take on Dan Aykroyd. Heather wants to get messy and be more open. We discuss OCD's best friend the backdoor spike. Also, self-compassion and new catchphrases for the show. More interview episodes to come. And...
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Episode 22 - Interview with Christopher Morucci
Interview with Christopher Morucci, a Brooklyn-based indie darling. They are a gifted multitalented actor, musician, dancer, writer and producer. Christopher vulnerably shares their mental health challenges and the therapeutic power of creative outlets. We discuss reframing nerves, therapy,...
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Episode 21 - Interview with Ege Öztokat
Ege Öztokat is back for another interview. She graces us with her comedic brilliance and timing. Ege discusses her upcoming solo show at Edinburgh Fringe, her love of watching Bravo and her checking OCD. We also talk about good and bad therapists and Ege's surprise gift of an exposure by a gray...
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Episode 20 - Get weird, everybody.
Get weird, everybody. Gabbie plans to see comedy shows and Heather gets bored. We discuss inspirations from other comedy people, the rules we create and the manipulations we do to not face the things we fear the most. Special thanks to our mystery guest, the leaf blower. //Therapy acronyms...
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Episode 19 - Interview with Maeve Forti, part 2
An interview with our friend, Maeve Forti (part 2 of 2). Maeve is a multi-hyphenated powerhouse. She's a gifted improviser and talented actor on screen and on stage. And if that wasn't enough, Maeve is also an up-and-coming filmmaker and writer. We discuss her recent OCD diagnosis, living with…
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Episode 18 - Interview with Maeve Forti, part 1
An interview with our friend, Maeve Forti (part 1 of 2). Maeve is a multi-hyphenated powerhouse. She's a gifted improviser and talented actor on the screen and the stage. And if that wasn't enough, Maeve is also an up-and-coming filmmaker and writer. We discuss her recent OCD diagnosis, living…
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Episode 17 - Sleep, I don't know her.
Sleep, I don’t know her. Gabbie and Heather discuss trying to function while sleep deprived and stopping rumination compulsions thanks to Dr. Michael Greenberg (Rumination-Focused ERP). Special appearance from our podcast director, Bunny the dog. Next episodes will feature an interview with the...
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Episode 16 - Ridgidity and rules and control, oh my!
Rigidity and rules and control, oh my! Gabbie battles with insurance (and the state of US mental healthcare). Heather learns new skills. We discuss being easy on (lying to) yourself and disrupting OCD with cognitive flexibility, mindfulness and self-compassion. And the similarities and…
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Episode 15 - Approaching things a little bit differently.
Approaching things a little bit differently. Gabbie has a breakthrough about the job search. And Heather is open to being creative thanks to ACT. We discuss revealing too much of our psyches, our mutual enemy (perfectionism) and panic attacks. Also, the effectiveness of self-compassion and how...
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Episode 14 - Sometimes it's beneficial to turn into a skid.
Sometimes it’s beneficial to turn into a skid. Also, goal to not goal, at least for now. Gabbie buys a lot of shoes and worries about distractions. Heather starts a new non-writing class. They discuss anticipation of disasters, not holding things so tightly and intentions. Special appearances by...
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Episode 13 - Normal does not exist.
Normal does not exist. We discuss our mutual attraction to puzzles, our childhood experiences with OCD and not killing our loved ones. Topics: shame, masking, Pure O and Somatic OCD //Interview open call// Are you a comedy person that has been formally diagnosed with OCD and/or ADHD? Send us a DM...
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Episode 12 - Interview with Ege Öztokat
Our very first interview is with our friend (and sometimes critic), Ege Öztokat. Ege is a brilliant multi-lingual stand-up comedian, writer and expert improviser from Istanbul, Turkey. She candidly shares with us her experiences with Contamination OCD. We discuss Hollywood’s misrepresentation of...
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Episode 11 - Feel the feelings and spittin' jokes at the moutain goats.
Feel the feelings and spittin’ jokes at the mountain goats. Gabbie builds a better foundation for comedy and life. Heather gets rejected and life doesn’t end. We discuss curiosity mindset, mental health biases in the medical profession and celebrating the hard things. For real this time, the next...
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Episode 10 - It's a longer episode, but nobody's keeping score.
It's a longer episode, but nobody's keeping score. Gabbie and Heather take risks. Also, Bunny the dog and producer makes an (interruption) appearance. We discuss OCD, detaching, social media and Gabbie speaks a little French. The next episode will be an interview with our talented and funny…
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Episode 9 - It's a new year with new intentions and the same old OCD.
It's a new year with new intentions and the same old OCD. Heather gets better at starting the show and Gabbie ventures into new territory. We discuss self-criticism, therapy, unsolicited advice and stealing New Year's goals from each other. Also in the future, there will be interviews with our...
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Episode 8 - Bringing real shrug energy.
Bringing real shrug energy. Gabbie keeps things open and Heather finds ways to trick her OCD. We discuss penny sock, podcasts and pi/pie. Also, Bunny the dog, producer of the show, has opinions. We're taking a small winter break and will return with Episode 9 on January 24, 2024. Therapy acronyms...
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Episode 7 - Not necessarily death at the moment.
Not necessarily death at the moment. Gabbie works on another podcast and Heather writes humor. We discuss San Francisco Sketchfest, perceived failures and rejection. Also, thoughts on future projects. Therapy acronyms mentioned: SUDS - Subjective Units of Distress Scale RSD - Rejection Sensitive...
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Episode 6 - Should we be a true crime podcast?
Should we be a true crime podcast? Nah. Gabbie thinks quickly and Heather learns stuff. We discuss OCD, reassurance and Gabbie the superhero. Thank you for listening! Please subscribe to us wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @comicallyexp.podcast. Or visit our website,...
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Episode 5 - All beginnings and ends with a fart joke.
All beginnings and ends with a fart joke. Gabbie makes plans and Heather starts the show. We discuss self-compassion, acceptance and the gift that is Ted Lasso. Also, Bunny the dog and podcast mascot makes a rare appearance. Thank you for listening! Please subscribe to us wherever you listen to...
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Episode 4 - Very efficient but extremely confusing.
Very efficient but extremely confusing. Gabbie takes action and Heather writes something new. We discuss OCD comorbidities and exposures. Also, baby steps to goals. Therapy acronyms mentioned: TMS - Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Thank you for listening! Please subscribe to us wherever you...
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Episode 3 - Checking once is assurance. Checking again is reassurance.
"Checking once is assurance. Checking again is reassurance." (Gabbie's therapist) Gabbie goes to LA and Heather works on the podcast. We discuss OCD and creating rules and doing compulsions. Thank you for listening! Please subscribe to us wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow us on Instagram...
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Episode 2 - We try new things, and it wasn't the worst.
We try new things, and it wasn't the worst. Gabbie does stand up for the first time and Heather finishes our demo reel. Also, you can find us on Apple Podcasts (you're welcome, Kelsey), Pocket Casts and soon every where. Thank you for listening! Please subscribe to us wherever you listen to...
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Episode 1 - Hi & Hello
Welcome to the first episode of Comically Exposed. Gabbie and Heather are two writers and OCD buddies trying to make it in comedy. We discuss OCD and comedy project goals. Therapy acronyms mentioned: ERP - Exposure and Response Prevention Thank you for listening! Please subscribe to us wherever…
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What is Comically Exposed about?
A podcast about the triumphs and failures of two comedy writers with OCD. Follow along to hear them attempt to challenge themselves and each other. Podcast is on hiatus, no new episodes.
How often does Comically Exposed release new episodes?
Comically Exposed has 29 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts Comically Exposed?
Comically Exposed is created and hosted by Gabbie Blachman and Heather Nye.
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