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Conversations Against Living Miserably

by Dave

Conversations against living miserably is a podcast created by Dave and CALM, the campaign against living miserably. Every week our hosts Aaron Gillies and Lauren Pattison talk to a different guest about how they live their day to day lives without misery. It's funnier than it sounds we promise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episodes

  1. 42. Jen Brister

    In the last of our specials for World Mental Health Day, comedian, writer and actor Jen Brister joins Aaron and Lauren. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. 41. Riyadh Khalaf

    Broadcaster, Author and Activist Riyadh Khalaf joins Aaron and Lauren in another special episode to support World Mental Health Day Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. 40. Jessica Fostekew

    In a new episode to support World Mental Health Day, stand up comedian and actor Jessica Fostekew chats with Lauren and Aaron Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. 39. Kiri Pritchard-McLean

    The multi award winning comedian Kiri Pritchard-McLean joins Aaron and Lauren for a new episode to support World Mental Health Day specials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. 38. Brett Goldstein

    To support World Mental Health Day we are releasing five new episodes! In episode 38 Actor, comedian and podcast host extraordinaire Brett Goldstein Joins Lauren and Aaron. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. 37. Self-isolation episode 3: The Revenge

    Just Lauren and Aaron this week as they go through tips and tricks submitted by listeners to help our brains during all this weirdness. This episode was recorded remotely, so we are both terribly sorry about the sound quality not being perfect. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

  7. 36. Self-isolation Special (Part 2)

    Previous guests from the podcast return to give their advice and stories for those of us self isolating in this weird time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. 35. Self-isolation Special

    A special episode where ten previous guests give their tips and takes on self isolation after all the current events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  9. 34. Tony Law

    Tony Law joins Aaron and Lauren to talk addiction, recovery and regaining your sense of self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  10. 33. Alfie Brown

    Comedian Aflie Brown is this week's guest to talk career goals, parenthood and social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  11. 32. Sophie Duker

    Lauren and Aaron are joined by stand up comedian Sophie Duker to discuss stress, making time for yourself and potato waffles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  12. 31. Larry Dean

    Stand up comedian Larry Dean joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss languages, paranoia and dating, amongst other things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  13. 30. Steen Raskopoulos

    Comedian and Actor Steen Raskopoulos joins Aaron and Lauren to talk about expectations, the power of talking and why feelings can actually be a good thing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  14. 29. Bryony Kimmings

    Performance artist, writer and comedian Bryony Kimmings talks to Aaron and Lauren about sharing experiences, motherhood and onion vinegar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  15. 28. Sarah Keyworth

    Stand up comedian Sarah Keyworth joins Aaron and Lauren to talk relationships, honesty and worrying about everything. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  16. 27. Eshaan Akbar

    Comedian Eshaan Akbar joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss anxiety, templates for life and the futility of existence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  17. 26. Catherine Bohart

    Comedian Catherine Bohart joins us to talk OCD, perfectionism and toilets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  18. 25. Paul Sinha

    Comedian and professional quizzer is this week's guest as we discuss addiction, loneliness and recovery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  19. 24. Juliette Burton

    Comedian and Actress Juliette Burton talks to Aaron and Lauren about inspiration, trends and looking at dogs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  20. 23. Rose Matafeo

    Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner Rose Matafeo joins Aaron and Lauren to talk spicy depression, openness and escape rooms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  21. 22. Maisie Adam

    Stand up comedian Maisie Adam joins Lauren and Aaron to talk asking for help, understanding and the fine art of tidying up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  22. 21. Dane Baptiste

    Comedian Dane Baptiste joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss social media, equality and using comedy to spark new conversations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  23. 20. Jayde Adams and Rich Wilson

    Series 2 kicks off with comedians Jayde Adams and Rich Wilson talking relationships, counselling and buffy the vampire slayer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  24. 19: Jamie Demetriou

    Jamie Demetriou joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss anxiety, wheelbarrows and fake knees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  25. 18: Stu Goldsmith

    Stu Goldsmith joins Lauren and Aaron to talk parenthood, displacement and Red Dwarf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  26. 17: David Mumeni

    This week Aaron and Lauren speak to actor and founder of Open Door David Mumeni about confidence, the challenges young people face and museums. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  27. 16: John Robins

    Comedian John Robins joins Lauren and Aaron to discuss anxiety, support networks and terribly poetry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  28. 15: Jenny Eclair

    Jenny Eclair joins Lauren and Aaron to discuss the idea of being carefree, family and escapism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  29. 14: Richard Gadd

    Richard Gadd joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss life after trauma, coping mechanisms and monkey memorabilia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  30. 13. Jess Robinson

    Comedian, actress and impressionist Jess Robinson talks to Lauren and Aaron about loneliness, depression soundtracks and Liza Minelli. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  31. 12: Matt Richardson

    Matt Richardson is this week's guest as he talks recovery, the reality of living with OCD and normality with our hosts Lauren and Aaron. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  32. 11: Daniella Isaacs

    Daniella Isaacs joins Lauren and Aaron to discuss wellness, our ideas of perfection and blenders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  33. 10: Ahir Shah

    Ahir Shah joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss being honest on stage, weird side effects of medication and getting beaten with leaves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  34. 9: Elf Lyons

    Elf Lyons joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss friendship, support networks, horror movies and guinea pigs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  35. 8: Pippa Evans

    Lauren and Aaron are joined by comedian Pippa Evans to talk about uncertainty, how life doesn't go the way we'd expect and the power of improvising. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  36. 7: Jack Rooke

    Jack Rooke joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss mental health campaigning, how the conversations around mental health have changed and terrible therapy experiences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  37. 6: Cariad Lloyd

    This week Aaron and Lauren speak to Griefcast creator and comedian Cariad Lloyd, discussing topics such as grief, anxiety and dipping your toes in the ocean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  38. 5: Darren Harriott

    Lauren and Aaron chat with stand up comedian Darren Harriott about life on the comedy circuit, distractions, eye contact and gym posters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  39. 4: Lou Sanders

    This week's guest is Lou Sanders. In this episode we talk about social media, meditation and where our anxieties comes from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  40. 3: Laura Lexx

    Aaron and Lauren speak to stand up comedian Laura Lexx about relationships, worst case scenarios and allotments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  41. 2: Elis James

    Aaron and Lauren talk to stand up comedian and presenter Elis James about masculinity, imposter syndrome and cross country runs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  42. 1: Zoe Lyons

    In this episode Aaron and Lauren speak to award winning stand up comedian Zoe Lyons about appreciating the small things in life, competitive comparability and looking at trees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Conversations against living miserably is a podcast created by Dave and CALM, the campaign against living miserably. Every week our hosts Aaron Gillies and Lauren Pattison talk to a different guest about how they live their day to day lives without misery. It's funnier than it sounds we promise.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Conversations against living miserably is a podcast created by Dave and CALM, the campaign against living miserably. Every week our hosts Aaron Gillies and Lauren Pattison talk to a different guest about how they live their day to day lives without misery. It's funnier than it sounds we promise....

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