How Gary Gulman Turned Depression Into Comedy Gold | Better in Person
Summary
In this episode of Better in Person, Stephen Dubner sits down with comedian Gary Gulman to discuss his memoir, Misfit, and his HBO special, The Great Depression. Gulman shares his journey through severe depression, including his hospitalization and the role of psilocybin mushrooms in his recovery. The conversation covers how he transformed his mental health struggles into comedy, the creation of his one-person show, and his background as a former accountant. They also explore his love for basketball and his meticulous process of writing and memorizing jokes.
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