Best Lou Paoletti Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 040: Overshare 2:15

5d ago2:15

2:15

We had a bit of an unforeseen and unprecedented recording this week...By Lou Paoletti and Michael Malone

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Episode 039: Emotional 48:35

11d ago48:35

48:35

Join Michael and Lou in a transformative episode where they dive deep into personal growth journeys. Michael shares his breakthrough experience with ADHD medication, unveiling profound life changes. Delving further, they explore the struggle of finding intrinsic value in accomplishments. Lou sheds light on his quest to cherish the process rather th…

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Episode 038: Talk Nice 51:01

7d ago51:01

51:01

Michael opens up about a recent emotional setback and his journey back to a place he's avoided for some time. Delve into Michael's struggles with self-forgiveness contrasted with his ease in forgiving others. Lou and Michael engage in a candid discussion on accountability and the importance of seeking and granting apologies. In a poignant moment, L…

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Episode 037: Letting Go 44:17

19d ago44:17

44:17

Join Lou and Michael for a deep dive into relationships, anxiety, and personal growth on this episode. From questioning the duration of people's roles in our lives to navigating anxiety and ADHD, they share their candid experiences. Tune in as they explore the challenges of therapy and the liberating journey of shedding self-identities.…

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Episode 036: Elmer Fudd 50:30

1M ago50:30

50:30

Lou is sick but still talks about his frustration doing parts work in therapy. Lou still struggles feeling silly, especially in therapy. Michael feels left out, even when he isn’t left out. Michael has started to lean into life more while he is also learning to dodge energy that isn’t for him. Michael hates kids, except one.…

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Episode 035: Majority Rules 55:34

1M ago55:34

55:34

Lou looks different in glasses. Lou had a nice day outside enjoying the trees. Michael likes posting about his daily activities online while Lou hates it. Michael talks about accepting himself and not liking kids before Lou reveals his RAADS-R results. The boys debate how the majority should affect your behaviors.…

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Episode 034: Blood Brothers 44:55

2M ago44:55

44:55

Lou fills Michael in on some secrets he’s been keeping. Lou wants to start wearing glasses so he looks less scary. Michael reflects on seeing himself in others while he was on the road before unpacking how he has made grief his identity. Michael saw a psychic and learned some things. Michael is struggling with how he looks these days… or rather, wh…

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Episode 033: Called In 49:57

2M ago49:57

49:57

Michael thinks Lou is autistic. The boys unpack the surprisingly controversial Episode 030. Disclaimer: We do not mean any offense to anyone on the spectrum. This is a real conversation not intended to be insulting in any way. We have had this conversation in private and in therapy and thought it was important to share as adult diagnoses of autism …

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Episode 032: Waves 57:54

2M ago57:54

57:54

Lou had a really rough therapy session this week unpacking how his last relationship is affecting his current relationship. Lou talks about how his nervous system is taking over before diving in to his approach to being the best partner he can be. Michael talks about his growing loneliness before coming clean with the bear cubs about his recent bre…

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Episode 031: Picture Perfect 1:07:54

3M ago1:07:54

1:07:54

Guest host Madison Bellissimo sits in with Papa Bear as Michael is out of town to talk all things love and struggle.By Lou Paoletti and Michael Malone

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Episode 030: Called Out 43:02

3M ago43:02

43:02

Lou talks about his first EMDR session before Michael voices his concern for not having a good memory. Lou challenges Michael on his approach and desire for healing. Michael and Lou debate what “normal” means. Michael quickly begins to feel his back against the wall and confronts Lou about it. Michael is trying to re-program himself.…

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Episode 029: Kool Enuff 49:45

3M ago49:45

49:45

Michael starts off dissecting his newfound daddy issues and how validation and disappointment plays into his life before getting into his younger self. Lou and Michael get into their individual desires to express more gratitude. Lou explores the dichotomy of having a great life but not feeling great all the time before discussing EMDR.…

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Episode 028: Young Love 43:14

3M ago43:14

43:14

Michael is still people pleasing and discusses getting “in trouble” as a grown man. Lou and Michael debate the difference between disrespect and not giving a fuck before getting into talking to their younger selves and comparing their different views on validation. Michael needs a Mom again… right?By Lou Paoletti and Michael Malone

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Episode 027: Torpedo 43:45

3M ago43:45

43:45

Papa Bear has a life update that he has been hiding from the Bear Cubs for a few weeks; he comes clean before opening up about some new struggles. Michael discusses his fear of not being enough for potential partners before getting into his realization that he needs a hobby. Michael has an epiphany about his anxiety.…

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Episode 026: Lara Beitz 59:51

4M ago59:51

59:51

We welcome comedian Lara Beitz to the sleuth to talk all things mental health.By Lou Paoletti and Michael Malone

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Episode 025: Priceless 41:24

4M ago41:24

41:24

Lou still can’t cry and may be getting closer to knowing why before talking about getting closer with his therapist and how he feels defeated in therapy lately. Michael is still a people pleaser and talks about how outside opinions help him make progress. Michael and Lou discuss goal-setting in personal and professional aspects.…

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Episode 024: Happy 2B Here 58:18

4M ago58:18

58:18

Lou is kinda grumpy; Michael has no interest in learning how to be alone. Michael talks about sacrificing all of his needs in order to please those around him before detailing how he gets into the hole of isolation. Lou talks about being in touch with his body and how that affects one’s nervous system. The boys discuss their different approaches to…

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Episode 023: Father Time 46:57

4M ago46:57

46:57

Lou and Michael discuss their very different relationships with their fathers and their ideologies regarding families and forgiveness.By Lou Paoletti and Michael Malone

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Episode 022: Hanorah 1:00:00

5M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions related to sexual assault. We welcome Hanorah to the sleuth to discuss all things anxiety, PTSD, self-love and more! Hanorah is multidisciplinary artist based out of a small studio filled with cats, canvases, and glittered tape recorders in Montreal’s west end. With years of touring under her belt …

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Episode 021: Just Dumb Enough 43:13

5M ago43:13

43:13

Lou and Michael discuss their different experiences from a recent party they attended before getting into their strong opinions regarding people asking you to remove your shoes at their house. Michael has a theory on Lou’s opposition to small talk. Michael reveals his surprise feelings of loneliness recently before getting into his struggle with co…

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Episode 020: Silvia Saige 50:46

5M ago50:46

50:46

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions related to sexual assault, child abuse, pedophilia. suicide, suicide attempts. We welcome Siliva Saige to the sleuth to discuss her difficult journey from childhood to becoming a star in adult entertainment.By Lou Paoletti and Michael Malone

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Episode 019: Left Behind 45:35

6M ago45:35

45:35

Lou is still talking about his newfound fear of relationships; his therapist gives him a crash course on attachment styles and boundaries before he explains how it can be all tied to a discomfort about identity. Lou and Michael talk about how misery can be comforting before Michael talks about his melancholy Thanksgiving where he fell into a dark h…

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Episode 018: Ego 53:55

6M ago53:55

53:55

Lou reveals his strategy for dealing with breakups before Michael gives his thoughts on anger and retaliation that follows cheating. Lou talks about dealing with feelings of rejection in the dating world. Michael talks about his recent business trip where he implemented some new self-love tactics before getting into his desire to unlock some childh…

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Episode 017: Down to Hang 55:33

6M ago55:33

55:33

Michael talks about a dream he recently had that really messed with him before contemplating how he’s processed his grief. Lou and Michael debate what showing emotion actually looks like while sharing their difficulties crying in front of people. Lou talks about an exercise from his therapy session that sent him into a panic attack before he and Mi…

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Episode 016: Smile 44:32

6M ago44:32

44:32

Michael talks about his new confidence since getting his teeth fixed and how his therapist tied it back to his struggle with self-love. Lou and Michael discuss self-awareness when it comes to showing up in relationships. Lou figures out why he can’t be late before his therapist gets into the weeds regarding his lifelong use of humor as a shield.…

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Episode 015: Laurie Singer 58:07

6M ago58:07

58:07

We welcome Behavioral Specialist Laurie Singer to the sleuth today to talk all things grief, anxiety, self-worth, ADHD and more.By Lou Paoletti and Michael Malone

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Episode 014: Care Bear 50:10

7M ago50:10

50:10

Lou starts off discussing having prepared answers ready for vulnerable conversations before talking about calling his therapist out for using “therapy talk.” Lou and Michael discuss empathy; Lou finally figured out why he struggles with it. Michael and Lou discuss social media and how their opinions on it differ. Michael talks about a big takeaway …

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Episode 013: Permission 1:01:06

7M ago1:01:06

1:01:06

Michael ponders his struggle with anxiety and control before unpacking how he protects his partners from his flaws in relationships. Lou and Michael discuss monogamy and the idea of legacies. Lou talks about his recent thoughts regarding having kids before taking you through an anxiety-filled exercise from his recent therapy session.…

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Episode 012: Mixed Nuts 59:13

7M ago59:13

59:13

Lou recaps the final session with his current therapist before he moves on with a new therapist. Michael and Lou ponder what “normal” life looks like before contemplating the differences between men and women. Michael opens up about his experience with losing interest in past relationships. Lou and Michael debate what the majority or romantic relat…

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Episode 011: Big Shutdown 47:30

8M ago47:30

47:30

Lou didn’t have therapy this week and Lou really needed therapy this week. Lou talks about how a small crush led him into his feelings of the past. Lou and Michael discuss the stresses of moving and difficulties of finding a place to live in Los Angeles. Michael talks about uncovering an old journal and the entries sending him into reflection about…

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Episode 010: We’re Fighting 1:05:42

8M ago1:05:42

1:05:42

Lou is in a mood and we never really find out why. Lou talks about his recent day at Disneyland. Michael and Lou talk about the viral 75 Hard Challenge and Michael’s take on his own version before discussing the likelihood of implementing permanent change. Lou talks about his new revelation from therapy that there are no good or bad decisions. Fina…

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Episode 009: Lot’s Full 43:04

8M ago43:04

43:04

Michael and Lou discuss some negative feedback they received about the podcast before they get into Michael’s addiction to inner conflict. Lou hates being late and discusses his recent hypocrisy-filled rage situation. Lou discovered he needs to find a new therapist. Thanks for listening.By Lou Paoletti and Michael Malone

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Episode 008: Grief (Part 1) 52:51

8M ago52:51

52:51

We couldn’t avoid it any longer. We’re talking about grief this week.By Lou Paoletti and Michael Malone

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Episode 007: Big Mad 54:57

9M ago54:57

54:57

Lou is not hoeing. Michael has been throwing anger tantrums; Lou talks about mindfulness helping him overcome his past anger before they debate healing your inner child versus living in the past. Lou and Michael dip their toes into discussing grief.By Secondhandtherapypod

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Episode 006: Ethical Ho 1:11:28

9M ago1:11:28

1:11:28

Lou talks about never having had his “ho era” and his recent desire to start hoeing. Lou details a recent experience he had in the ho world. Lou and Michael discuss societal norms and the ideas of monogamy and marriage.By Secondhandtherapypod

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Episode 005: Thicc And Thin 51:57

9M ago51:57

51:57

Lou and Michael discuss their respective issues with body image before getting into the effects of self-talk. Lou still doesn’t care if you like him.By Secondhandtherapypod

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Episode 004: Guilty Conscience 49:17

9M ago49:17

49:17

Lou expresses his desire to show more gratitude in life. Michael talks about his breakthrough in therapy and possibilities of why he doesn’t like himself.By Secondhandtherapypod

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Episode 003: See Attached 59:53

10M ago59:53

59:53

Lou and Michael discuss their love languages and attachment styles before considering whether unconditional love is a real thing. Lou talks about his recent experience dating a 26 year-old.By Secondhandtherapypod

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Episode 002: Stranger Danger 58:36

10M ago58:36

58:36

Lou updates Michael on his new strategies for sleeping and starting the day. Lou and Michael discuss social anxiety and debate etiquette regarding small talk and general interactions with strangers in social situations.By Secondhandtherapypod

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Episode 001: I Feel Nothing. I Feel Everything. 48:14

10M ago48:14

48:14

Michael and Lou discuss the complications of doing business with friends before getting into their respective abilities to feel their own feelings throughout the day. Lou gives a glimpse into the traumatic events that started his journey in therapy.By Secondhandtherapypod

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Prologue: A Little Taste 4:18

10M ago4:18

4:18

Get acquainted with your hosts, Michael Malone and Lou Paoletti, as they give a rundown of what to expect on Secondhand Therapy.By Secondhandtherapypod

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