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omedian, actress, and podcaster Elle Orlando joins Emma for an episode that goes everywhere. They start with the anxiety symptom no one talks about — excessive yawning — and somehow end up explaining the double-slit experiment. Elle breaks down the four-day healing retreat led by her dad's girlfriend (a self-taught spiritual healer who studied with Tibetan monks), the finger muscle-testing technique that supposedly makes your body answer questions honestly, and her theory that every possible version of your life is happening in a parallel dimension right now. They also get into aging parents who quietly start depending on their kids, the ick of dating a guy with major Long Island "hey girl" energy, and how Elle cured her anger problem by replacing it with world-class pettiness. Plus: ADHD and Vyvanse shame, growing up dyslexic and getting shuffled into special ed, and an Am I the Asshole deep dive about a mom who hid her daughter's childhood ADHD diagnosis for over a decade.

Comedian Akeem Woods joins Emma Willmann for a hilarious and surprisingly deep conversation about gay hookup culture, getting catfished, and what it really means to code switch as a queer person of color. Akeem opens up about growing up closeted in Florida, fabricating a fake girlfriend named Kiana on Facebook, and the moment he finally came out at 25. Emma shares her own unforgettable Craigslist catfish story involving a "supermodel" and a 7-Eleven in Queens — and yes, it ends exactly how you'd expect. They also dig into the heated rivalry around the show 'Rivals' (yes, they watched it), the manosphere documentary and whether those guys are just deeply closeted, bottom-shaming inside the gay community, and why straight women at gay bars is a whole conversation we still need to have. This episode gets real about the exhaustion of never fully belonging in any one space — whether you're the only Black person in a queer room or the only queer person at the family cookout. Plus: top, bottom, or versatile? The discourse is alive and well. Funny, honest, and genuinely moving in places — this one's a must-watch.

Emma Willmann sits down with comedian Ashley Austin Morris for an honest, hilarious deep-dive into life with ADHD — from shame spirals over undone dishes to hyperfocus mysteries, lost wallets, and thriving in total chaos. Ashley opens up about growing up in Texas housing projects, being pulled in and out of school, and never having ADHD formally explained to her — yet somehow always knowing her brain worked differently. Emma and Ashley bond over the peculiar ADHD gift of shining in a crisis (even one you personally created), the complicated feelings around medication, and why the early days of the pandemic felt like a bizarre relief. They also get into postpartum life, emergency C-sections, fighting with nurses on morphine, the surprisingly slow arrival of that "instant bond" with a newborn, and how having a baby can finally snap ADHD priorities into focus. Plus: a Reddit 'Am I the Asshole?' segment about an ADHD husband who is, in his wife's words, "a golden retriever with direct deposit." Check out Ashley Austin Morris at @AshAustinMorris on all platforms! If you relate to any of this — the lost wallets, the cabinet doors you need open, the hamsters you definitely did not mean to lose — drop a comment below. Subscribe so you never miss an episode of GAYDHD.

Molly Carney joins Emma Willmann on GAYDHD for one of the most relatable conversations we've had yet. From phone addiction and TikTok rabbit holes to ADHD cabinet doors left open forever — if you've ever spent 18 hours on your phone on a random Tuesday, this episode is for you. Molly opens up about growing up queer at a Catholic all-girls school, the stomach anxiety that came with being in the closet, and how therapy helped her build real tools to cope. She also shares her experience getting top surgery, dealing with unexpected health setbacks, and why every shirt she puts on now feels like a gift. Emma and Molly also get into the chaos of being neurodivergent performers — the social media pressure, the auditions that just don't feel right, and what it's like to be hyper-aware of how audiences perceive you. Plus, a wild Reddit 'Am I the Asshole' deep dive about a girlfriend who talks to her car like it's a person named Angie. This episode goes everywhere: Vyvanse vs. Adderall, sex robots that just say 'good job,' Justin Bieber, Seinfeld's gay subtext, and why Molly wants to be a stagehand for JB more than a backup dancer.

Small talk is harder than it looks — and a cruise ship is the worst place to figure that out. Emma Willmann just got back from performing comedy on a cruise and came home with one big realization: she's lost the ability to have a normal short-form interaction with another human being. From blurting "I'm not a prostitute" to a stranger at the breakfast buffet, to derailing elevator conversations with true crime documentaries about people going feral on ships, Emma breaks down exactly how and why small talk goes wrong — and why it actually matters that we get it right. This episode covers the real reason small talk exists (spoiler: it's about making people feel safe), what it means to vibe-match, why jumping straight to existential dread is not the move, and how a deceased friend's rigorous honesty in early sobriety helped Emma finally understand the concept of "giving people somewhere to go" in a conversation.

Welcome to GAYDHD with Emma Willmann! This week I sit down with Jordan Jensen and we go deep on the real experience of intrusive thoughts (yes, including the ones that terrify you), what it's actually like managing OCD with exposure therapy and Prozac, and why sleeping 10 hours still feels like a hangover. We also get into under-eye fillers, tummy tucks, and what happened when a cosmetic clinic basically told me to go home because I didn't need anything done. If you've ever punched a car, said the wrong thing at the worst possible moment, or convinced yourself you're allergic to pineapple — this one's for you. See me live: https://www.bandsintown.com/a/10807299-emma-willmann ✅ Stay Connected With Me. 👉Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmmaWillmannComedy/ 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmawillmann 👉Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iamemmawillmann 👉Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamemmawillmann

Emma talks about getting back from a cruise and realizing she might be bad at small talk. What starts with one awkward interaction turns into a riff on group chat anxiety, conversational “vibe matching,” and why some people make casual conversation look effortless while others somehow turn it into a hostage situation. A funny solo episode about awkwardness, overthinking, and the hidden social rules everyone else seems to understand.

Let me know if you like me writing this in the first person, or pretending its someone writing it for me (i.e "today Emma and her gust discuss...)". This episode I recorded in Austin a few months ago, we catch up talk about being Gay and ADHD, life, love, fitness stuff (LET ME KNOW HOW YOU FEEL ABOUT WHEN I DIP INTO THAT, I know my girlfriend thinks its SUPER BORING). I LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU, drop me a message it can be for the show or just for life! https://www.speakpipe.com/EmmasHotline69

In this solo episode, I get into the blurry line between self-care and self-destruction. I talk about growing up without a real model for how to take care of yourself, why balance can feel so confusing now, and how hard it is to know whether saying no is healthy or just isolation with better branding. This is about burnout, guilt, rest, avoidance, and trying to build a life that feels better without becoming completely obsessed with healing.

Rachel Scanlon came over and we immediately got into gay panic, ADHD, church trauma, pronouns, confidence, sobriety, dating, bodies, and the general chaos of being alive. This episode is very funny, very gay, a little existential, and weirdly heartfelt. We talk about growing up tomboy, figuring yourself out, being too polite to correct people, and all the ways identity gets complicated fast.

Alaire Thomas joins me to talk about queerness, ADHD, dating, coming out, relationships, and identity. We talk lesbian dating, being androgynous, awkward flirting, late-bloomer feelings, ADHD in relationships, and the weird ways people try to label you. Funny, honest, and all over the place in the best ADHD way.

Emma sits down with Liza Treyger for a chaotic, funny, and surprisingly thoughtful conversation about internet brain rot, porn, queer identity, Taylor Swift discourse, religion, dating, family, and the terrifying moment you realize ChatGPT might actually be making everyone dumber. They get into pronouns, bisexuality, anti-AI rage, bad habits, rumination, weddings, flirting, support groups, and why some people are way too comfortable being wrong.

This week, I’m joined by comedian Kate Sisk for a wide-ranging, funny, and deeply honest conversation about gender, bisexuality, coming out (and avoiding coming out), and what it actually means to “know” yourself.Please Visit my Website to get more information: https://www.iamemmawillmann.com/ #comedy #standupcomedy #lesbian #gay #tiktok #lgbt #dating #bi #trans #nonbinary #enby

This week’s guest is Chris. Emma and Chris talk about coming out later than expected, being overly polite, queer panic, relationships, advice culture, and the small moments that make you realize you’re not as straight as you thought. A funny, relaxed conversation that takes its time and goes where it wants.Please Visit my Website to get more information: https://www.iamemmawillmann.com/

Bailey Pope joins me for a really honest, funny conversation about transition, religion, comedy, and what it felt like to finally become herself. We talk about Bailey noticing more patience and empathy after starting estrogen, growing up deeply religious, coming out, going back into the closet, leaving church, and eventually finding community through comedy. It’s thoughtful, vulnerable, and also very funny.#EmmaWillmann #BaileyPope #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #QueerComedy #TransComedy #LGBTQPodcast #StandUpComedy #QueerPodcast #TransitionStory #Exvangelical #ComedyConversation

Unlock the messy, hilarious, and painfully honest realities of modern queerness, social media, and the quest for self-love in this unfiltered episode. If you've ever questioned your identity, struggled with boundary-setting online, or wondered what it really means to be authentically you, this episode is your new therapy session—minus the psychiatrist's bill.Dive deep into a candid conversation that explores everything from navigating queerness in pop culture and the complexities of coming out, to the wild world of sex work, dating age gaps, and the pitfalls of social media obsession. Our hosts unpack their own experiences with vulnerability, while revealing the surprising ways they’ve used humor and honesty to figure themselves out. You'll discover the behind-the-scenes truth about labels like bisexuality and what it really means to be "out" in today’s digital age.We break down:How social media's dopamine addiction fuels self-doubt and boundary chaosThe subtle nuances of queerness in Hollywood and pop culture icons like Nicole Kidman and Taylor SwiftThe honest realities of dating across generations, navigating polyamory, and the pitfalls of straight and queer spacesWhy being fully authentic online can be both empowering and dangerousAnd the unspoken rules of self-protection in a world obsessed with performance and perceptionThis episode is perfect for anyone feeling the pressure to fit into societal or cultural molds, or those simply seeking permission to love themselves more fiercely—flaws, fears, and all. Whether you’re deep in your own identity journey or just here for the laughs, you'll leave with a new perspective on what it really means to be the truest version of yourself in a world that constantly tries to put you in a box.Join us for a raw, hilarious, and thought-provoking conversation that proves vulnerability isn’t weakness—it’s the key to liberation. Soft or hard, queer or straight, everyone can relate to the struggle, the joy, and the wild ride of trying to be oneself.Why this works:This episode hooks with relatable candor and humor, immediately inviting listeners into a no-holds-barred exploration of identity and societal expectations. It combines specific insights—like Hollywood’s portrayal of queerness and the complexity of poly relationships—with emotional appeal, encouraging listeners to embrace their true selves. The candid tone and provocative topics create a sense of curiosity and urgency, motivating browsers to hit play and join the conversation.Character count: 3,814/4,000#SocialMediaBoundaries #SelfDiscovery #MentalHealth #PopCulture #Authenticity #Vulnerability #SelfLove #identityjourney #queeridentity

Comedian Dylan Carlino joins me for a very gay, chaotic conversation about body image, addiction, food as a coping mechanism, porn brain, dating, fame, and the psychological torment of being almost hot. We talk comedy, confidence, Grindr, getting in your own head, and why being self-aware does not automatically make you healthy.

This week’s guest is the hilarious Sabrina Wu! Sabrina and Emma talk queer identity, dating, social awkwardness, comedy, and all the strange little things that come up when gay people are honest. It’s funny, loose, chaotic, and very gay.#EmmaWillmann #SabrinaWu #QueerComedy #LGBTQComedy #ComedyPodcast #QueerPodcast #StandUpComedy #PodcastClips #LesbianComedy #FunnyPodcast

Emma talks with Mehran Khaghani about sobriety, queerness, comedy, family chaos, dating, and survival. It’s funny, personal, messy, and occasionally unhinged — the kind of conversation that swings from heartfelt to filthy in under a minute.