John Mulaney | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von
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- čas přidán 17. 04. 2023
- John Mulaney is an Emmy award-winning stand-up comedian, writer, actor and producer. His new special “Baby J” comes out on Netflix April 25th.
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John Mulaney joins Theo to chat about his eventful last few years, rehab horses, surviving on cigarettes and candy, rewiring yourself for the better, finding a path to recovery and more.
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For John, Did you ever feel like you presented a charcter in public that may have been all consuming? Kind of like Jim Carrey, where he stepped away from the light do to his engagement in public?
Sniff out henry Rollins and find out what that jokers got in store for Nashville?
youre bad Personal Traits explained to me why some of my old friends went ghost apreicate you being open
Theo describing that feeling of always having an imaginary to-do list and waking up like you have to prove something to these imaginary people in your head, like you’re never enough… is the most relatable thing I’ve ever heard
Im eating a banana atm
@@Mo-mc3mw another check off the list!
Spot on.
I paused it and had to let it sink in because it hit home so hard.
No kidding. So relatable.
This being a conversation between two people meeting for the first time seems borderline supernatural, one of the best and funniest conversations I’ve watched in a long time.
I related to and loved the conversation so much, I'm going to bring it up in therapy later today. I totally relate to feelings of inadequacy and not being enough and how substances help me bring out the wittier, funnier, etc version of myself. I also relate to the Kaftkaesque plans to be able to do drugs discretely throughout the day and the last minute scramble to collect myself and be presentable so other people think I'm sober and straight.
Also, when he met Yannis Pappis for the first time on here. Just magic.
@@brookeb452 And Louis C.K.! That episode is the best.
When people are completely honest and open minded magical things happen. 🤗🙏
@@jzen1455 Anybody that say Kafkaesque is a certified freak.
“To want drugs more then I want to survive” that’s a really beautiful way to explain when your use goes from recreational to addiction.
Its so boring listening to 2 junkies talking about drugs, Jesus shut up and find something interesting to talk about. Have a blood transfusion it makes you feel amazing.
i love my addiction(:
I'm 3 years sober from heroin, speed and Xanax (and well, everything else that I could take) after having been hooked on it since I was 14 (I'm 33 now, so it was 16 years of abuse), and this was a fantastic conversation to listen to right now. I really needed it today, because I ran into one of my old dealers/friends earlier today and he knows I'm clean so he didn't push something on me, just said hi and asked me how it's going and that he's proud of me - it was nice to see him since he wasn't just my dealer, he was a good friend who I just can't be friends with anymore, and he didn't do anything wrong at all, but I just got that extreme feeling of "I NEED DOPE AND XANAX ASAP!" and the feeling is still there, so I'm trying to get through it by listening to good people talking about good things, and that's where this episode comes in. You've basically saved me from falling back. I was so close to calling another one of my old dealers before I listened, and now that feeling is _almost_ gone.
Thank you, it's life saving. I'm gonna do my part now and just hold on to my sobriety with all my might, because I can't count on finding the perfect podcast every time this feeling comes. I was just so surprised at how strong that need was. I haven't felt it in a looong time, and it shook me to my core. Keep it up! Congrats on one year (and the time since) Theo!
You got this
Should change your name from tessie pinkman perhaps? Dalter White didn't get high
Stay away from that guy
Congratulations on your sobriety man! Stay brave, brother
Triggers. Just keep avoiding those places, people and things. You’ve come a long way 🎉.
This is the calmest I’ve seen of John Mulaney. He wasn’t trying to be funny. To entertain. He was vulnerable and honest and deliberate.
And then he talks about birthday chimps ripping off their genitalia
@@ThePandaAgenda the perfect balance!
As he throws bits left and right lol
He was giving Theo shit the whole time, I think.
This was absolutely amazing. I’m thinking so much about my life watching this
You can tell Mulaney is a writer at heart. Dude can just roll into a bit anytime and start exploring corners of what makes it funny.
That’s like saying lil Wayne is a writer at heart because he effortlessly freestyles 😂
@@kjlkjjjk It isn't like that at all, and you should check your teeth after tripping so hard for that stretch
His old lobster diner bit on snl is the perfect example of his comedic voice. Such a specific situation that is funny just for its outlandishness, but also relatable as hell to certain types and an overly theatrical style to the point of entering lucid dream energy. A truly unique comedian being interviewed by an equally unique, yet totally different comedian, stylistically speaking.
@@kjlkjjjkI mean he is lmao
@@kjlkjjjk…yes that in fact does make him a writer like… what are you on abt??
John would make an amaaaaazzzing therapist in a second life. You can see how compassionately he starts to shoot the questions back to theo with deep, empathic deliberation as he begins to realize those are issues theo's really trying to explore for his own healing of his inner child. But he never takes on any air of pity or holier than thou. He genuinely cares and knows he will also gain a deeper understamding of his own journey.
I can relate so deeply to both of these guys; their experience of addiction, their childhood wounds and ongoing journey's of becoming the person your inner child has been waiting for.
Omg you are so insightful ALMOST MADE ME CRY ❤️🩹
@@bijanavvalentino4317i know right 😭
God bless you and your family!I pray you all receive everything you need! Amen!
Theo saying “I have a gun?” With a question at the end made me laugh out loud!!!!
This is an AA meeting between 2 people that 100s of thousands of other people can benefit from. Well done guys John's new special is fantastic to.
Yessssss. Great share!
I think it’s a bit more war stories and triggering…
Maybe.
If theo wasnt such a dumbbell
His last one is the only one I’ve really laughed at and when he opened with he’s calm because he’s sober now I was like damn his comedy sucked on drugs
@@jasonleblanc6260 It's really clever and very funny
A weird thing happened here. They both opened up in an authentic way that is extremely obvious, which is rare. This wasn't just a podcast. This was a session that was very helpful for people going through it. You can tell how genuine it really is by how empathetic the general tone is. Mad respect .
This is my favorite episode, so far.
Von, brilliant. Mulaney, brilliant. Together? It's hotter than the surface of the sun.
Yup, and it's nice hearing someone like Theo & John talk about addiction the way I experienced it. I wasnt on the streets, I still had a job, was convinced I could fool people with it, the weird space etc etc. Real talk there.
@@bungdilly6333 Yes it’s how I was and I also really felt they get it and are both brilliant .
True that really took me back during COVID how fucked up I was
That’s the genius of Theo Vonn, he’s so honest, approachable, and self deprecating in a way that makes it okay to show sides of you that aren’t perfect.
For 2 people that haven’t really met before, Theo & John sound like old friends. I love that they both legends in their own right, and they genuinely support each other’s work. Lots of love to the Rat King & Baby J
“I just don’t feel like I could stump it back over to my balls and hands…meanwhile I’ve still gotta sing happy birthday” shit had me roooolling
Loool i didn’t hear that part when i watched?😂😂 what time stamp is that??? lol I gotta actually hear it now lmaooo
@@samueljackson392010:24
I WAS DYIN OVA HERE😂😂
this feels more so like a mutual therapy session than a podcast. it feels like both john and theo are therapists who are just providing therapy to each other simultaneously. it’s honestly one of the best podcasts episodes i’ve ever listened to.
It's just how empathy and shared experiences work. It's healing.
100%. They don't get to really have these talks normally. Trying to build that atmosphere on my show.
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These two guys are exactly what we needed as fans. They both broke away from their “stage characters” and really gave a genuine look into who they really are because they understood each other.
Agreed. I liked both of them before as people and loved them as comedians, but this conversation really gave me a sense of peace that they're both going to be okay long-term. Was truly lovely to hear this discussion. ❤
“Back when I had electricity in my eyes. Just gotta get back to that.” That was some reaaaal shit.
"You were your own Gepetto" is such a powerful line
I thought so too!
Fantastic line 🐕
Theo is something extra special.
I feel like Theo's matter-of-fact personality really allows people to open up more. He clearly does not judge them and wants to know about their experience.
He's like a deeper less child like Rogan in that way. Theo is not Rogan though I just mean his style deserves success.
Dracula handsome☠️☠️☠️
His complete disregard to judgment is what makes him a beautiful person to talk and listen to. Gang gang
I so relate to John's story. I got sober at 24 years old, stayed sober inAA for 34 years. Broke my wrist rollerskating with my granddaughter, had to have surgery, and was given fentonyl and sent home with oxy. This triggered a slow controlled relapse into prescription pills and later illegal internet drugs. At 60 years old, I lost my job nearly died from benzo and opiate addiction, and landed back in treatment and aftercare. I am now 4 years sober. That saying that the disease keeps progressing even when your sober is true.
❤😢 I really hope you are doing well, Karen - it takes a lot of strenght to pull yourself together after going through something like this so I am very proud of you and I wish you may be surronded by wonderful people who can support you in your path x 🕊️💖
How inspiring! I hope you are doing well
glad youre doing well! that is my fear too. 6 years off heroin but will need surgery in the future. I think if I'm happy in my life if something bad happens and I have support I wont relapse. the whole addiction started from child abuse and addicted parents
God bless you
my hero
The social intelligence between the two was very empathetic. To see men open up and be real is very special.
"'I have a gun?' See, I'd mess that up."
Time stamp?
@@zeroxeroFX oh man, that was months ago. I'm gonna have to leave it up to you to find it. Lol. It was when they were talking about home invaders, I think.
@@zeroxeroFX15:00
Theo seems like such a nice guy. He almost always checks in after a statement to make sure it didn't come off the wrong way, and I think that's SO sweet. I never watched him until recently but now I'm obsessed
You would LOVE Shane Gillis. Lol
You should watch him and Lainey Wilson, you can taste the chemistry between them
Willing to say anything for a joke but also willing to apologize. It’s helped him get far.
25:07 😊
His act is very different...Its funny, but he doesn't seem approachable at all. It's amazing how little we know of people we see a lot on these different platforms
"Not tryna make it about me -"
"Please make it about you, there's only 2 of us"
Amazing
I've never listened to a 2 hours+ podcast in it's entirety before this. Feel like I should thank these two for letting us almost overhear their conversation. May they both be blessed and may they both remain sober and happy.
Be good to yourself ❤
I love how Theo can talk to anyone. I think it’s because he’s so genuinely himself.
The energy between these two is actually perfect. Didn't expect that
I was really thrown when they said they’d only just met. The energy of the intro felt like they were old friends.
Me either , I thought I’d pass on it until I saw a clip on TikTok , then watched the whole episode
Totally. Great combo of personalities and way more came out out of it than I expected. Gonna watch this one twice.
their ability to keep each other's momentum as they move through topics and dialogue is completely natural...it sounds like a what a scripted dialogue that was done "realistically" but with a touch of style and pizazz would sound like...it's like a living, natural Wes Anderson script
Pisces and Virgo, that happens
What an open and vulnerable episode. I enjoy who Theo is and what comfort he gives people and myself.
It drew tears from me when Theo was talking about his youth. Please, no mean responses. Alex Paulk, he's very injured.
Everytime I think I couldn't love Theo more 🤣🤣 He really is just a wonderful human being.
@@akirk1573l😊
despite the fact that he's buried deep in an absurd character
its crazy
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Incredibly touching. You rarely hear two guys willing to be so open and vulnerable with each other.
I honestly love John Mulaney. He is so clever, funny yet vulnerable and human.
I really liked John Mulaney when I first heard him, but I really found him unlikeable about the time he was divorced. Since he had an intervention for his drug problem , he’s a different person, funny but different somehow.
Huge props to Mulaney for being so transparent. Never in a million years would I have guessed he struggled the same way I have.
He has literally talked about it in his specials
@@Peter-cx4ir and maybe this person hasn’t seen them. No need to be the “well ackshually” guy lol. Also I don’t think John had talked about his recent troubles in a special until now. He was performing under the auspice that he’d been clean for a long time.
Bro! Same! This helped me realize I’m not alone. We aren’t alone friend.
I'm constantly nodding my head in agreement with John and Theo's experience with addiction to capture a more witty, funny, etc version of myself that I feel lacking when sober. I feel like a braindead zombie without substances but transform into a more charismatic person with it.
When I was using I used to watch a lot of comedy to help deal with my depression and I watched Mulaney a lot. I mean over and over. I always thought he had it all together. It just goes to show that you never know who’s suffering out there. These guys were really vulnerable today and that’s hard to do. Especially with a virtual stranger. I’m just so grateful for conversations like these. Not only do they help the addict, they can also help friends and family members of addicts understand a bit better what’s going on.
i just found this tonight, and i really needed this right now. i just started recovery for addiction a few weeks ago, and i relapsed today. i feel like these two put into words feelings i’ve been unable to put into words for years. i feel like hearing them talk about there own experiences with addiction is finally helping me understand myself. this genuinely gives me hope that i can find happiness and achieve my goals if i just keep trying.
Awesome. Hope you’re continuing to do well! 🙏🏼💪
@@ultragroove1 I am doing well!! Thank you so much. Theo is coming to my city this month and I’m honestly devastated because I can’t afford $50 for the tickets right now 😭
@@marleyf8092 Glad to hear! Yep these guys are so talented. And the conversation was incredibly honest. I hope you get to see Theo though if not this time then the next. I’ve not seen either of them live but hope to one day. Very best wishes. :)
@@ultragroove1 thank you!! They are both incredible. I hope you get to see him too!
“I’m trying to prove myself to nothing” is extremely relatable wow
“and he just got in and started cryin”
john: “… the dog?”
silence
cuts to both of them individually
cut to wide shot for 1 second
cuts to theo, who is still thinking about it
i cackled loudly
John diagnosed Theo perfectly: on one hand he is a masterful storyteller and on the other hand he is innocuously hilarious
innocuously hilarious : Just what I was thinking
I've watched him serveal times and can't figure out why he's funny. I mean he certainly looks funny, but I havn't heard him say anything funny. What's the appeal? Please post a time stamp of him being funny, because I can't make it 5 minuets into his videos without being bored and annoyed at his voice. Is he one of those guys who's just accidently funny because he's such a dumbass hick?
Never made the Tracey Morgan connection before, but John’s 100% right. I think only Tracey and Theo can perfectly walk that line between zero-self awareness and outrageously funny observations.
hearing how theo thought about himself while going through addiction was the first time i ever heard someone have the same exact thoughts as i did, theo the goat fr
@15:12
John : "Do you ever yell i have a gun"
Theo : "that's a good idea"
😂😂
“I was not the Anthony Bourdain of traphouses” what a statement
John Mulaney’s version of drug addiction is almost identical to mine. I always used drugs as a thing to “enhance” myself and would balance things out with mixtures, and stayed in good shape so no one would notice. Also, when he says he feels like he’s in a movie with it, I felt that on such a deep level. The drugs make me feel like I’m the main character and everything is somehow gonna work out. I haven’t used in about 2 years now, but it’ll still be on my mind daily.
congrats on two years
similar feeling here towards everything you said. More power to you, man. Congrats on 2 years and all the best for your journey ahead
This is my life now
@@joshcook6431 it's wild to see how many of us are there, were recently there, and who haven't been there yet. It sounds like people who will never go there are in the minority. And the number of people who will never come into contact with any of them is Zero.
As an un-recovered alcoholic, how do you think about and remember it every day without rationalizing the feeling to do it? Sincerely asking.
It’s so refreshing to see a comedian who doesn’t have a podcast and how insanely sharp, smart and engaging he is. There really are levels to this.
Most honest interview for any addict to listen to. People who haven't been there or been affected by addiction can't understand how or why people get into this situation. 2 complete opposite types in upbringing, walks of life and Both with similar stories but different traumas which triggered their addictions . Luckily they've both survived and hopefully they both stay strong.
Did anyone else start crying when Mulaney said "You got a lot out of being that kid too. Your independence, your confidence", like he was talking directly to you?
It felt like he realized he got a little too personal or therapeutic with Theo and had to dial it back, maybe to find the entertainment or maybe just to give Theo the room to breathe. I think this conversation spoke to a lot of different kinds of people. Thanks for content like this.
@@Theo-Von-I wanna watch that part again. I can’t find it. Time stamp??
He was speaking directly to both theo and himself in that moment. It’s a therapeutic line of thinking which is why it’s so relatable. one of my favourite moments from the episode too
@@EdwinHernandez-ct1vn around 1:44:00
Dude, I burst into tears and stop the video at least once every 20 mins or so...I'm even taking notes. Here's my favorite one so far that just hit me like a truck:
"Part of me doesn't want to grow up because I still want the things I deserved as a child. It makes me hate growing up because I can never get back there" (Theo).
Had me sobbing for a solid minute or two. And to add to your observation how Mulaney made a dark topic lighter again, I loved how when Theo was legit shedding a tear and was afraid that might make him sound like a baby, Mulaney said "first of all, what's wrong with a baby?! They're pretty interesting." I thought that was hilarious and some nice comic relief after Theo's insanely vulnerable moment (1:43:08).
So, yeah, totally grateful for this authentic conversation and all the insights / knowledge bombs they're sharing as well as for the complex emotions they're articulating so eloquently. I already thought John Mulaney's new special was therapeutic and brave and ballsy af, then I found this podcast episode...
(as this is already a wall of text I might as well add two more lines and mention my favorite quote from the special: "I was always worried about what other people thought of me. Now I'm like 'what could they possibly do that's worse than what I did to myself?!'. You want to cancel John Mulaney? I tried to kill him. I almost did.").
@@depressionbeard9882 that Theo quote did exactly the same for me when I heard it. It hit me like a ton of bricks. I'd never heard my inner feelings verbalized that way and it made total sense to me. I knew exactly what he meant in that moment.
I'm a 44-year-old janitor, three years sober, and I can completely relate to 99% of what these guys are talking about, fear, anxiety, so much of that contributed to my years of addiction, we are definitely not unique. Thank you Theo for this one
Proud of you brother! You got this 💪
Hey Scott. 3 years? That is beautiful bro. What are somethings that genuinely helped you? .... um... I'm 34 days sober.
( much love and respect from Sydney AUSTRALIA )
@@crosssection6289 Keep it up. Remind yourself constantly you're bigger than the drugs. Remove yourself from the presence of other users, friends can always be made again and you'll eventually give yourself more power to help others once you stay clean.
@@crosssection6289 🙏
@@timo4938 That is a big part of it, I was told, the only thing you have to change is everything, lol and for the most part, that's been true.
Im 6 months sober June 1st 2023. Thank you John and Theo. This conversation was exactly what I was hoping it would be. Stay up
Congrats on over 6 months!
Keep it going brudda
@@SKS87100 thanks you guys…I appreciate the encouragement !
@@romerider1000hey man, hope you’re still hanging in there!
@@brookeb452 I celebrated 9 months September 2 ;) thank you
“Do you think you’re in a movie?”
“…nah.”
There’s a weird sense of irony when 2 million people watch that exchange lol
I appreciate how open John has been about his addiction and recovery. Not only on this pod but everything he’s been doing he is open about it.
Yeah bro, saw him live a couple months ago and almost his whole set was about the lowest lows of his addiction and his overall recovery story. It was fantastic
It’s awesome that he embraces it and makes it part of his act. He’s a real dude. Stoked for his new special!
This dynamic of speaking on sad/hard moments with a twist of comedy is just what I needed to hear. I loved this episode.
Holy shit Theo I have been feeling that feeling so much lately. When you're going through a mental health problem but you have a roof over your head, ostensibly everything is alright and your needs are met yet you aren't alright. It's like you can make things worse by feeling bad for feeling bad.
That's the best place to do something about it. Because when you go down a pit of depression and everything goes wrong, you'll just be able to stop the emergency, but not get to the root of it. I say it as someone who spend about 10 years on a deep depression. That feeling you get, it's because you know something is wrong and can be better. Go for it and get a little therapy, it's great on the other side of knowing what was wrong. Good Luck.
Best podcast I heard from addict perspective. Theo speaking about feeling you get when losing hope and John speaking from a "high functioning" perspective. It boosts my mentality to stop fucking myself up no more
John’s appreciation for whatever it is when Theo said “I’m waiting until I get a little older to watch Malcolm in the Middle.” is somehow too funny. 😂 It does somehow sum up Theo’s whole vibe.
Just commented this. Made me so happy.
That exchange was absolutely perfect.
John “you have this thing where you make the audience think you don’t know what you’re doing but you do know what your doing. Like that time about Malcom in middle”
Theo: immediately demonstrates that he does not in fact know what he’s doing at all 😂😂😂
Love both these guys, what a real conversation.
i love how this feels like a therapy session for the both of them it’s comforting yet funny
Two of the funniest people of our generation come together and realize that their pains are the same and they break our hearts but we are still smiling . That was powerful guys. You two are really genuine and it's so cool to see. Thank you both for your talents and for sharing yourselves ❤
I would pay good money to hear Theo talk extensively about his favorite episodes of Little House on the Prairie. That show was my everything-when life got tough, Little House was always there. Never expected him to be such a fan but I am absolutely here for that energy.
My husband was in the Army doing a four-year stint in the early 80's. He told me the guys would sit around the barracks and watch Little House faithfully every week. Young men from all over the US of every race, all bonding over the show.
Theo always brings GUEST guests. Real ass people and not just the podcast circuit guys (or gals)
Facts
John Mulaney will be making the rounds because he has a special coming out shortly... but yes, Theo USUALLY gets some pretty unique guests! (this one not included)
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Good point. Pods are so generic these days
@@BattleBro77 wait John Mulaney who sold out Radio City is not special????
The comment Theo made about not wanting to grow up until he fulfills whaat he wanted or needed as a child really hit. I resonated with that.
Me too 🥺
“This is it. This is what I wanted… and it’s pretty cool... But having a goal really kept me occupied…. and I wasn’t sure if I had another one.”
- i felt this in my *soul*
There is nothing better than an honest conversation between two people.
This podcast was amazing. I had ZERO clue John Mulaney was in recovery. I too entered rehab March 10 2020, 7 days before the world shut down. Today marks a year since my OD on Fentanyl. Woke up 6 days later in ICU. I am grateful to be alive today and am grateful for podcasts like this. ODAAT
man tf yall on drugs for. i been depressed and the most i did was eat too many cheez its. grow up
congratulations on your sobriety... keep up the good work! One day at a time
@@jaywilliams4343 🤣🤣🤣. To each their own. This comment legit made my day. Thank you
@@ericboberic yes sir! Thank you
@@brodyharris7631 CONGRATS! u r strong and amazing! Proud of u my friend💪✌️♥️
I liked John translating Theo for us: "He was popping off at the crime" "Oh so he would fire his weapon without exiting the vehicle"
The juxtaposition of delivery yet complete understanding of each other sense of off kilter humor makes this iconic.
That “weak” feeling admitting we can’t manage our life is the “powerlessness” stated in step 1. The feeling doesn’t feel strong, but it shows emotional and personal strength 28:06 thanks for sharing!
Love you John! 🩵
Theo consistently drops completely unexpected episodes that I never knew I needed. This is wonderful. Praise god.
So true. He releases stuff that I didn't know I needed, but as I'm listening I'm so grateful to God that it's there. He's a fantastic talent who is so unique, genuine and hilarious. Please keep on the grind Theo. You are an amazing person.
I feel the same way. Very grateful
Amen brother
Praise God AMEN!
John always seems very aware of other's emotions or vulnerability. Very empathetic. Both seem like good guys. Hope they both stay well.
It is the most sensitive people who reach to dull the pain of humanity being so obscene, when we all know we could make it better. I pay for poor people's groceries. You?
Ok John Mulaney is the man. Smoking heaters after being 30 minutes late is peak
"a lot of me has never wanted to grow up because I still want to get the things I deserved as a child" holy fuck. 🥺😭
Dude I love John’s subtle jokes that almost no one sees as a joke: “Oh it was just an adult, women only, Michael Landon meet-n-greet at the county fair.”
LOL “Oh the tallest statue of Ronald Reagan in the US or the world?”
I can't tell if he's mocking Theo or fascinated by him
@@marie_es I think it's just how John plays he seemed to genuinely enjoy Theo to me
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The part when Mulaney says “The dog?” had me laughing more than it probably should 1:09:20
This conversation was so moving. Theo opening up about wanting to retreat to his childhood to relive things he should've had was one of the most relatable things I've ever heard. And John's response, as someone who seemed to have a nice childhood, correctly addressing that Theo is brilliant partially because of those challenges was so true and kind
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John didn't really have a great childhood lol watch his specials, his family had money though which makes it easier to stay close to people/forgive/etc so he probably didn't have a real horrific childhood either
Everything you said is still true though
I wouldn’t go so far as to say John had a good childhood
This was the positive comment I was looking for.😊
As an addict I gotta say that this conversation is incredible. Mulany really hit the same notes I played in my darkest times. Thanks Theo.
I related to and loved the conversation so much, I'm going to bring it up in therapy later today. I totally relate to feelings of inadequacy and not being enough and how substances help me bring out the wittier, funnier, etc version of myself. I also relate to the Kaftkaesque plans to be able to do drugs discretely throughout the day and the last minute scramble to collect myself and be presentable so other people think I'm sober and straight.
@@jzen1455 and the strange kind of excitement of being sneaky about it. This conversation brought up a lot of memories.
You guys said things that I didn't think any other humans felt. Thank you guys for your vulnerability.
Pretty tough to listen to but no doubt wonderful.
Brought my darkness right back into my chest and I sat there with you two and let it dissipate back into the night.
Love and strength to anyone who their struggles with their darkness and disasters.
These two are such different comedians but they compliment each other beautifully. I feel very chill watching this as it’s a great vibe. First time I’ve seen Theo so calm.
Theo is getting really good at verbalizing the things that are affecting him deep down, especially the issues that are caused by his childhood upbringing.
“riff raff would own him” holy christ im crying
The most real, funny and truthful convo between 2 individuals who have gone through it and came out the other side . Helps understand any type of addiction where is coming from. Best conversation on any podcast …
I hit one year sober on April 15th. John described exactly what my system was for “balancing out” the drugs. Almost cried while listening to this at work. Congrats on one year Theo!
heyyyyyt thats my sober date. congrats!!
Congrats to YOU, darlin'! While each individual day clean is a gift that is earned, 1 year is a huge deal. Keep doing the thing, and here's to the next 365.
*Raises glass of club soda and lime*
Congrats!
Congratulations
🎉🎉🎉🎉
I love how John runs with Theo's jokes and takes it to the next level! Great chemistry! Thanks theo !
Acting!! 🗣
I know they literally feed off each others quirkiness. Amazing really!
@@poindextertunes Jealous!?
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I could listen/watch these two without end! This was the realest meeting of two humans I’ve seen in a long time. The comfort, the vulnerability, the comedic timing, the genuine care they showed each other on some very personal topics… just 🤯♥️ I’ve been a fan of John Mulaney for years and would have never thought he was walking that fine line. Truly I need more 2hr Theo and John sessions please 🙂
I celebrated 10 years clean from heroin & coke (and everything except 🍃🍄 lol) on September 30 of this year! This episode was very relatable & I love the dynamic between Theo & John. Great episode! One day at a time guys. We got this 🖤
Congratulations! Keep up the great work we're all very proud of you 💚🙂
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@@jennifercamille16 w e e d 😅🥰
@@Travishibachi87 you’re so kind 🫶🏻 thank you it means the world to me.
"i feel like there is a to-do list that I never even wrote, that i'm responsible for it and everyday i wake up, I feel the energy of it, the responsibility for it and I have to prove myself to nothing, I don't even know what it is." -Theo Von. .. incredibly powerful insight into my very own anxiousness
Theo’s honesty with himself and others is incredibly admirable, inspiring even
Absolutely 😮💅💯
It's a little much at some points, I'm depressed enough as it is, I wanna hear something that makes me laugh
Man oh man.. What I would give to talk to these guys about addiction, treatment, and societal hang-ups. I'm about 12 years sober from pills, but alcohol is still a bitch. The open-hearted honesty on this podcast is inspiring. I've studied addiction and everything involved for a decade now. Thanks for sharing!
When John Mullaney sounds like a therapist...I love this. Comedians are the most compassionate deep people ever created..love this
There is something about the part around 1:40:00 that struck a chord within me and the tears just started flowing, man I feel that bro, it's crazy how someone else can experience something and them explaining it can make you realize something about yourself, this episode is an absolute gem, such a vast array of emotions. I love these gentlemen.
Im just 12 min in and maybe i fall asleep before i get there but just in case i took a screenshot of your comment because i have a strong feeling i will relate too haha
Bless you take care
Felt the same.. 1:40 kinda revealed something I hadn’t realised about myself..
Same here the tears started flowing because Theo was describing a feeling I’ve never been able to explain verbally. Thank you Theo
For two guys who haven't previously met, this went very well. You can tell they are good dudes.
I really feel what Theo said about not wanting to grow up until I get what I deserved as a chil. I am kind of glad to hear this today because this has really been holding me back lately
This episode will be something I look back as a pillar of my recovery. I've watched it a few times now because I resonate so much with their stories and it has helped me feel less alone.
Theo might not be pregnant but he will always deliver🇺🇸
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He ain’t got aids but he’s always positive baby! Onward
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The guests on This Past Weekend always surprise me. Love this tall child guest!
With feminine hips 😅
Get some rest tall child
this tall child is cartoon like
You’re like a human bot. Weird.
Who may be a proud Asian American woman?
Easily one of my favorite podcast episodes ever. This dialogue was so calm, so deep, funny, and they were so kind to each other. You’d expect a podcast of two comedians to be dick jokes and Hollywood stories but this was… so refreshing. The human experience man, gotta love it.
7:32 "There's someone in me who doesn't like the show, and is embarrassed by the fact that i'm doing it." I felt this on entirely too many levels.
I LOVE how Theo tells John he's driving the guy's taxi and John doesn't miss a beat. He cuts him off to ask what the name of the company was. Jesus, that's comedy gold on two levels.
Mulaney is the first person I’ve seen not get caught off guard by Theo’s wild things that come out of his mouth!!! That intro was amazing 😂😂😂
Louis CK was the same. So was Tim Dillon to a degree. The smart ones roll with him easily. It's the average IQ ones that love to act smart and surprised. Smart ones realize he's a very smart guy who had a very different lifestyle so he wasn't exposed to many things they have been.
This is the most cliche Theo comment lol
Mulaney has seen and been through some shit
Most comedians are actually unphased, have you even watched any episodes lol
They both are vibing their struggles with addiction.
1:17:09 it’s like that feeling when you finish a really good book and your sad it’s over, you didn’t want to be satisfied, you wanted more story and thrills
Lol most amazing moment is Theo literally telling a story about cocaine and hookers in a taxi and Mulaney stops to ask with genuine interest, “ok, but how was the seat comfort?”
HAHA
Saw Theo at the Hollywood improve 2 nights ago. I told him about my friend that passed away in a motorcycle accident while wearing his be hood to yourself hoodie. I wanted Theo to know that he existed and he loved him. Theo asked for his name and said “Viva Peralta”. Love you Theo thank you so much.
💔 so sorry for your loss
Sucks but why are you seeking validation?
That's a chilling thing to tell someone haha
This is the perfect thing to tell Theo dont listen to anyone.. Praise the lord son
Bro just trauma dumped Theo lol cmon man
Hey Theo, it's never too late to nurture your inner child. You give your inner child what he needs, warmth, comfort, whatever that might be. You could even write to your inner child and tell him what he needed to hear.
That's a liberating idea of writing to your inner kid. Thanks buddy.
this has to be one of the best "interviews" I have ever seen. So much respect for both of these men.
"I miss my old-self sometimes, just like myself a few years ago." That hit me hard, so real, love you Theo. Gang Gang
trapped by one's own persona/brand... czcams.com/video/-aFcTbf8yI8/video.html
These two are some type of wonderful Venn diagram.
They’re opposites on surface, but they’re struggles and genuine kindness mesh on a level that is heart warming and hilarious.
I love him too, but Mulaney has been known as a monumental asshole by many within the comedy scene. Probably largely influenced by drugs, but to what extent is still at question. He even portrays himself as such in his cameo as himself in an episode of “Crashing” (Pete Holmes’ TV show).
Well said... Exactly what I was thinking (feeling) put to words.
@@portlandgoose4727Yeah, "Crashing" made me not able to watch him at all until "Baby J"...but I have a feeling he'd still be a dick in person if he didn't know you...🤷🏻♀️
@@portlandgoose4727im sure he is an asshole in person, depending on the set and setting. Its like people think the attitude and person on stage is just an act... like it is but hes literally building it off of his life and personality so... not a shock to me if hes an asshole especially when the drugs were an issue
Hoping to see more of John making the rounds in the comedy podcast universe this week. It's a rare sighting
I’d kill to see him on flagrant
@@tuckerwoodson4134 ew no
@@tuckerwoodson4134I'd like to see him on The Adam Friedland Show
First he got rich off the special, toured while podcasting started popping off, fell off the wagon, dropped another special, now he's back just in time for the comedy podcast roulette
@@tuckerwoodson4134 let's make that whiskey ginger
So this is my first time watching/listening to the Podcast, and I just wanted to say I really appreciate how genuine and honest Theo is. Just in any interaction I've seen, he is eager to learn about people and asks questions with genuine curiosity. It takes so much confidence in who you are to approach the world with curiosity and openness like that.
These two talked about some real shit in a very vulnerable and relatable way. Thank you both for sharing your incredibly personal stories with us.