Achilles' Heel with Alex Hooper

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#41: Being an Empath with Janneke Oct 28, 2019

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What's it like to feel absolutely everything? The energies of the world, the people around you, the trees? Janneke (Steampunk Saloon, Dark Karnival) explains her life as a DJ, the difference between highly sensitive people and empaths, and how this can easily be both a blessing and a curse.

Follow Janneke: @jannekemusica

Follow Alex: @hooperhairpuff

www.hoopercomedy.com for tour dates

Recorded at The Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

#40: Depression with Rachel Wolfson Oct 21, 2019

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There's a deep dark hole inside so many of us that simply can't be filled. And I'm not talking sexually. Rachel Wolfson (Chronic Relief Podcast, Getting Doug with High) opens up about her life in juvenile lockup, not fitting in with what she perceived as normal, and how getting off medication may have saved her life.

Follow Rachel: @wolfiecomedy and @wolfiememes

Follow Alex: @Hooperhairpuff

www.hoopercomedy.com for tour dates

Recorded at The Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

#39: Communication with Dave Cerwonka Oct 14, 2019

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Well slap my butt and call me Charlie because this episode is full of twists and turns. Dave Cerwonka (Let's Get Weird) stares directly into my eyes to let me know that just because you're talking, doesn't mean you're actually communicating. Are you relaying messages, or having genuine conversations? Take the time to listen to people in your life, right after you listen to this episode.

Follow Dave: @davecerwonka

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www.hoopercomedy.com for tour dates

Recorded at the Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

#38: Consuming with Steve Hernandez Oct 07, 2019

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Moderation? Never heard of it. Steve Hernandez (Who's Your God?, Views from the Vista) has trouble knowing when its time to stop. From his days of being a married youth pastor all the way to being a polysexual uncaged comedian, Steve is doing everything he can to control his unhealthiest urges.

Follow Steve: instagram- @hernia

twitter: @bighern

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www.hoopercomedy.com

Recorded at The Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

#37: Sugar with Brandie Posey Sep 30, 2019

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It's sweet! Its delicious! It might as well be cocaine! Brandie Posey (Picture This!, Lady to Lady) breaks down sugar in the exact way our bodies cannot. White Gold is everywhere, so how can we curb the world's most common addiction?

Follow Brandie: @brandazzle

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www.hoopercomedy.com

Recorded at The Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

#36: Self-Esteem with Dave Ross Sep 23, 2019

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We all have our bad days. But what happens when no matter how well life is going, you still view yourself as unworthy? Dave Ross (The Late Show with James Corden, Comedy Central) opens up about his struggle with self-respect, how it may be genetic, and how the Los Angeles comedy community lifts him up at the most opportune moments.

Follow Dave: @davetotheross

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www.hoopercomedy.com

Recorded at The Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

#35: Marfan Syndrome with Andy Erikson Sep 16, 2019

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Wowzers. Imagine planning your 8 year old daughter's funeral. Andy Erikson (Last Comic Standing) explains the significance and struggles that come with a disease I'd never even heard of. From back braces to heart surgeries to finding stand-up comedy, this episode is a hilarious romp through what could have been a traumatic life, had it not been for Andy's ever positive attitude to the world she creates.

Follow Andy: @andyerikson

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www.hoopercomedy.com

Recorded at The Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

#34: Rheumatoid Arthritis with Jessica Michelle Singleton Sep 09, 2019

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Auto-immune diseases? High energy? Silly Clothing? Jessica Michelle Singleton (Ignorance is Blessed Podcast) and I have so much in common its almost scary. She breaks down how to keep your mind healthy while your body deteriorates, her tough upbringing in Alaska, and what happens when an extrovert decides to stay silent for a full 10 days.

Follow Jessica: @jmscomedy

Follow Alex: @hooperhairpuff

www.hoopercomedy.com

Recorded at The Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

#33: Control with Harry Moroz Sep 02, 2019

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What does it take to be a leader? Most people like to follow, but a to be a true visionary you need to own every situation. Harry Moroz (Adult Swim, Sketchfest) breaks down his desire to always be the point man, for better and for worse.

Follow Harry: @hrmoroz

Follow Alex: @hooperhairpuff

www.hoopercomedy.com

Recorded at the Unfunny Network in Los Angeles, California.

#32: Social Blindness with Caitlin Gill Aug 26, 2019

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Is trauma handed down through genetics, or is something we pick up along the way? Comedian Caitlin Gill (Misfits and Monsters, Hidden America) explains that social blindness is very real, even if she isn't quite sure exactly what it is.

Follow Caitlin: @caitlinistall

Follow Alex: @hooperhairpuff

www.hoopercomedy.com for tour dates.

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