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Dope Comedians

Author: Marcella Riley

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Comedians who incorporate weed into their lives as a means to cope with depression are finding both solace and inspiration in the power of the plant. For these individuals, marijuana serves as a tool to navigate the tumultuous terrain of mental health struggles. By easing the weight of depression, weed provides a temporary respite, allowing comedians to explore their craft from a different perspective. It amplifies their creativity, enhancing their ability to find humor in the darkest corners of their minds. Through this symbiotic relationship, these comedians use weed to not only alleviate their own pain, but also to connect with audiences who may find solace and laughter in their relatable experiences. In a world where mental health remains stigmatized, these comedians serve as beacons of hope, reminding us all that laughter is, indeed, powerful medicine.

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

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Mike Masilotti

Mike Masilotti

2023-10-0801:46:53

Marcella gets high with Mike Masilotti from Dry Bar Comedy and Third Wheel Comedy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Forgive Them Both

Forgive Them Both

2019-10-0649:36

Marcella gets high with Ellia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Queef Queen

Queef Queen

2019-09-0851:01

Marcella gets high with Nicky Urban the Queefing Queen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Full Tilt Pothead

Full Tilt Pothead

2019-08-0450:03

In this episode, Cristal Bubblin talks about the anxiety of being in between Hollywood gigs and dealing with asthma in LA smog.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Marcella gets high with Rich Baker, Comedian & Personal Development Coach. Rich takes us on a magical trip through the clouds in Hawaii and reveals an exciting new journey that was inspired from being a guest on the High Hopes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Marcella gets high with Los Angeles artist Jon. They talk about alcohol addiction and how depression lead to his push to normalize recreational art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thoughts Are Prayers

Thoughts Are Prayers

2018-12-1748:24

Saliha talks about having suicidal thoughts, body image, and performing burlesque. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Okay Maybe

Okay Maybe

2018-11-1259:01

Anna returns and talks about smuggling weed for her mom and gives us an update on everything else that's been going on in her life.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mormons For Cannabis

Mormons For Cannabis

2018-09-0946:41

Skyler is a practicing mormon who takes marijuana for anxiety and depression. In this episode Skyler and Marcella talk about suicide, the legalization of weed, and pharmaceutical addiction in Utah. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Talk About It

Talk About It

2018-04-0856:09

In this episode Ruby talks about dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder in New York City, how moving to LA helped, and being able to openly talk about depression.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
 In this episode Erica shares her fancy Pax Vape Pen with Marcella and talks about having a big break down, not being able to eat, and how weed helped. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dead Man Walking

Dead Man Walking

2018-02-0551:47

 In this episode Xerxes describes having recurring suicidal thoughts as a kid and how antidepressants have changed his life.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Psychedelics & DMT

Psychedelics & DMT

2017-12-1845:48

In this episode Jesse and Marcella talk about their experience doing the drug known as DMT. Jesse explains how other powerful psychedelics have helped him through depression. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Family Matters

Family Matters

2017-12-1059:17

In this episode Peter talks about when he first realized he was depressed, some of his triggers, and how his family his helping him through it.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A Dopamine Day

A Dopamine Day

2017-11-1344:01

In this episode Brinan talks about his battle with depression and being a school teacher. Marcella describes her experience using the anti depressant known as Mirtazapine. They both drift off on a tangent about Dungeons and Dragons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Supporting Each Other

Supporting Each Other

2017-10-0856:51

In this episode Richee talks about the death of his cousin who was killed at the 2017 Las Vegas shooting. Marcella learns how to roll a joint.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transitioning To LA

Transitioning To LA

2017-09-0358:11

In this episode Jemima shares her struggles with being away from a family and Marcella opens up about social isolation.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When It's Bipolar

When It's Bipolar

2017-08-0601:03:55

In this episode Ruman talks about having Bipolar Two, concussions, and how smoking weed no longer helps with the various antidepressants he has tried.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
it's bipolar time!

it's bipolar time!

2022-06-1458:16

Marcella gets high with Nate Adamsky Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fear of Failure

Fear of Failure

2021-06-1401:09:59

Jeff Horste Detroit comedian, actor, and writer best known for his Comedy Central performances on "Kevin Hart Presents: Hart Of The City" and "Kevin Hart Presents: The Next Level" takes a smoke down memory lane with Marcella Riley and Budsy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Renee

live it

Oct 3rd
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Renee

hi

Oct 3rd
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