Comedian Josh Johnson and Comedian Amber Autry have a candid and hilarious conversation as he delves into social anxiety with his trademark wit. Discover insights from his latest comedy special, "Up Here Killing Myself," where he fearlessly addresses therapy, societal pressures, and misconceptions about masculinity. Josh also tackles the idea that women sometimes only want men to express relatable emotions, and explains how that plays out in real dynamics. Beyond the laughs, Josh emphasizes the importance of accepting that constant happiness isn't realistic, advocating for contentment in simpl ..read more

Comedian Donnie Sengstack joined us to talk about his comedy career so far and how it may look a little different than others. Donnie opens up with genuine humor, sharing stories of navigating a world where his stutter isn’t always understood. From encounters with doubters to those who misinterpret his intentions, Donnie’s comedy journey is uniquely his own. He also shares his secret passion for knowing why a town became a town and what his on-the-road routine includes. Follow Donnie here. Just a reminder, he can't post much, because work is watching. So go support him at one of his shows! Sub ..read more

Social Media sensation and new Standup Comedian Cody Smith joins Amber and Melanie as they discuss his whirlwind relationship, OCD, how he ended up in Nashville and his career. Cody shares that during his teenage years he was to the point of wanting to end his life, medicated and searching for answers and where he is now with all of it-how he handles his struggles in 2024 and how much better he feels as his career takes off. Subscribe to I'm Fine, Could Be Better! Follow Amber Autry! Follow Melanie Reese and Trauma Therapy of Nashville! If you have a story to share email us at imfinesometimes ..read more

Comedian Marianna showed up ready to be vulnerable and honest and it was a beautiful conversation. She unpacks her own attempts to end her life, her mom's attempts to kill her and her brother. She is still seeking out how to even process emotions, literally googling it. She talks about how her parental relationships show up in her romantic relationships and Amber insists that she is happy to become close friends with her after Marianna expresses that she doesn't know how to have close friendships. We also get to witness in real time a trauma response by disassociating. She's a peach and a lady ..read more

Subscribe to I'm Fine, Could Be Better! Follow Amber Autry! Follow Melanie Reese and Trauma Therapy of Nashville! If you have a story to share email us at imfinesometimes@gmail.com Produced by Kaylee Harmon - Dewey Comedy Productions Music composed by James Witchell ..read more

Amber Autry and Melanie Reese sit down with Comedian Jeff Greenspan to discuss the urge to say the "right" thing so you don't offend, using sex for connection, and how parts work shows up in all of our lives. Jeff mentions at the beginning that he feels he's reached his final form even though- just like in every episode of I'm Fine It's Fine- there's growth to be seen within only an hour. And that's what keeps us all coming back. This episode will make you laugh, think, and leave feeling lifted. Be sure to leave a positive review it helps with ratings and helps get the podcast in front of more ..read more

Comedian and singer Danae Hays was the perfect guest for the one year anniversary show. Recorded live at Trauma Therapy Nashville's office with JB Somers returning to play his music, it was a beautiful night. Danae shared the unfiltered story of her life. Growing up in a home where her identity wasn't embraced, she opens up about the struggles, including encounters with Christian therapists arranged by her parents and how that further confused her for years of childhood and lead to severe anxiety and OCD. Mixed with funny retellings of her career in real estate and making her way to becoming a ..read more

Death can be defined as scary and may make you uncomfortable, but the beautiful conversation with Jade Adgate introduces the topic in a gentle way. Discussing options for what the end of life can look like, she brings us resources and language for how to have the hard conversations with loved ones, caregivers, and how to think about your own life, knowing that the end is inevitable and that how you live, is how your die. Having a death doula or a death midwife with you can be healing, Amber and Melanie loved having this conversation. Below are resources discussed in the episode. Resources: Fi ..read more

Comedian Libbie Higgins brought infectious joy. She unveils the layers of her life that contribute to her comedic pursuit. From navigating trauma to living with OCD, Libbie shares the raw and authentic experiences that shape her unique perspective. Will or Won't She Open the Plane Door?! In this episode, Libbie reflects on being labeled a crybaby and being told she was "too much," revealing the vulnerabilities that fueled her comedic prowess. Dive into the complexities of her co-dependent nature as she candidly discusses placating to keep others happy and the challenges that come with it. As a ..read more

Join us for an intimate conversation with comedian Jimmy as he shares the profound grief of losing his infant child and father. This is a heartfelt exploration of navigating life's darkest moments with humor as a guiding light. Jimmy opens up about using the stage as a therapeutic outlet, where laughter becomes a language of resilience. In this raw and vulnerable episode, he discusses the challenge of communicating pain to loved ones and contrasts the solace he finds on stage. A powerful exploration of how humor can transform heartache into shared humanity, demonstrating the healing potential ..read more