Ep. 90 - Somehow, We Made It Through: Mike Jann & Michele Jordan

Timeless Spirituality

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Laughter is the best medicine, and who better to prove it than a writing instructor and comedy connoisseur? Daniel, Mike, and Michele share stories that highlight the lighter side of battling mental health issues, showing how humor can provide relief from depression and anxiety. They strike a balance between respecting the seriousness of mental health and finding comedic silver linings, demonstrating that it’s possible to laugh even in tough times.
The conversation also explores positive cultural shifts in therapy and mental health acceptance, offering hope and a few laughs along the way. They discuss how humor evolves with society while some jokes—like that of a faint-hearted mosquito—remain timeless. Mike and Michele emphasize the importance of individuality and self-acceptance, crucial elements in both comedy and personal growth.
As social media influences public expression, they reflect on the creative challenges and the importance of preserving the freedom to share a good laugh. It’s a candid wrap-up to a session filled with insights, illustrating why letting go and speaking one’s mind is the ultimate punchline to a life well-lived.
Michael Jann & Michele Jourdan
Michael Jann is an Emmy-nominated late-night comedy writer for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon. He currently teaches screenwriting at UCLA Extension, and writes screenplays with his wife Michele Jourdan, a writer and a gold-medal winning body-builder. Michele likes working out so much, she actually married a dumbbell: Mike.

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Chapters

1. Exploring Mike's Identity and Beliefs (00:00:00)

2. Using Comedy to Address Mental Health (00:17:54)

3. Navigating Comedy and Growth in Society (00:27:43)

4. Letting Go and Sharing Thoughts (00:40:47)