Jim Florentine opens up about how comedy became his therapy on this powerful Comedy Saved Me podcast  replay episode with host Lynn Hoffman.

In this candid conversation, the legendary comedian known for his contribution to The Howard Stern Show, shares personal stories about using laughter as medicine to navigate life’s darkest moments. From his groundbreaking work on Crank Yankers to hosting That Metal Show, Jim Florentine reveals how stand-up comedy and mental health intersect in ways most people never see.

This episode dives deep into:

• How comedy therapy helped Jim process grief and loss

• The healing power of laughter in the comedy community

• Personal stories from the road that shaped Jim Florentine wisdom

• Why comedians often turn to humor as a coping mechanism

• The connection between mental health,creative expression and comedic advice.

Thanks for listening to this podcast from Buzz Knight Media Productions which is part of the IHeart Podcast Network

Jim Florentine opens up about how comedy became his therapy on this powerful Comedy Saved Me podcast &nbsp;replay episode with host Lynn Hoffman.
In this candid conversation, the legendary comedian known for his contribution to The Howard Stern Show, shares personal stories about using laughter as medicine to navigate life&rsquo;s darkest moments. From his groundbreaking work on Crank Yankers to hosting That Metal Show, Jim Florentine reveals how stand-up comedy and mental health intersect in ways most people never see.
This episode dives deep into:
&bull; How comedy therapy helped Jim process grief and loss
&bull; The healing power of laughter in the comedy community
&bull; Personal stories from the road that shaped Jim Florentine wisdom
&bull; Why comedians often turn to humor as a coping mechanism
&bull; The connection between mental health,creative expression and comedic advice.
Thanks for listening to this podcast from Buzz Knight Media Productions which is part of the IHeart Podcast Network

From the creators of the hit shows Takin’ A Walk and Music Saved Me comes a new podcast that celebrates the healing power of humor. In Comedy Saved Me, TV and radio veteran Lynn Hoffman sits down with comedians, entertainers, and cultural voices to share personal, powerful stories about how comedy changed their lives... and sometimes even saved them.

 

Honest, heartfelt, and often hilarious, this show proves that laughter truly is the best medicine.

 

New episodes release every Monday. Follow now and discover how comedy saves us all.

From the creators of the hit shows Takin&rsquo; A Walk and Music Saved Me comes a new podcast that celebrates the healing power of humor. In Comedy Saved Me, TV and radio veteran Lynn Hoffman sits down with comedians, entertainers, and cultural voices to share personal, powerful stories about how comedy changed their lives... and sometimes even saved them.
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Honest, heartfelt, and often hilarious, this show proves that laughter truly is the best medicine.
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New episodes release every Monday. Follow now and discover how comedy saves us all.

Comedy Saved Me

Jim Florentine-From Crank Yankers to Comedy Clubs-Comedy Saved Me Replay

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