Achilles' Heel with Alex Hooper

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Inadequacy with Jerry Brandt Mar 23, 2020

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Feeling less than? You're not alone! One of my closest friends Jerry Brandt (Lover's Quarrel) grew up constantly being deserted by the people he loved most, leaving him feeling like he didn't deserve happiness. We talk about having a daughter at 18, getting kicked in the nuts by the universe, and how one terrible situation made him realize life is truly going to be OK. This dude came packing heat and this is one episode you don't want to miss.

Follow Jerry: @meetjerrybrandt

Follow Alex: @hooperhairpuff

www.hoopercomedy.com for tour dates

Recorded at Third Wheel Studios in Los Angeles, California.

Identity with Samia Khan Mar 16, 2020

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AHHH! Who am I? What am I supposed to be? Samia Khan (TIME, Good Morning America) lives in a constant struggle of being who she wants vs the person everyone expects her to be. We talk about what it was like to work for Fox News in Arizona, how she adapted her career to appease her family, and how allowing yourself to grow and change is the only way to truly find your ultimate purpose.

Follow Samia: @samiakhan

Follow Alex: @hooperhairpuff

www.hoopercomedy.com for tour dates

Recorded at Third Wheel Studios in Los Angeles, California.

Time Management with Sethward Mar 09, 2020

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"Time is what we want most, but we use worst."- William Penn

The gorgeous and absolutely maniacal Sethward (World Record holder for most rejections on America's Got Talent and The Gong Show) joins me to discuss how troubling it feels when you commit too hard to too many things. We also break down how it feels to be booed by thousands of people repeatedly, how delegating responsibility is nearly impossible when you're a perfectionist, and how getting away from the grind and being with family is way more important than you realize.

If you've never watched Sethward deliberately fail on reality shows, google him immediately.

Follow Sethward: @sthwrd

Follow Alex: @hooperhairpuff

www.hoopercomedy.com for tour dates

Recorded at Third Wheel Studios in Los Angeles, California.

Sleep with Amy Miller Mar 02, 2020

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They say lack of sleep is the equivalent of being drunk. If that's the case Amy Miller (Comedy Central, Last Comic Standing) is wasted 24/7. We talk about how sleep patterns may be genetic, why vacationing alone may be the recharge we all need, and how night owls are just as productive as daytime owls. As a bad sleeper, I identify hard with this one and I'm sure you will too.

Follow Amy: @amymillercomedy

Follow Alex: @hooperhairpuff

www.hoopercomedy.com for tour dates

Recorded at Third Wheel Studios in Los Angeles, California.

Parental Pride with Silvia Saige Feb 24, 2020

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Whoa baby does this one get steamy. Comedian and Porn Star Silvia Saige truly reveals what it takes to be successful in both of these sycophant filled worlds. She discusses coming out to her parents, educating our culture and youth about sex work, and how what you see on screen should not be imitated in real sex. This episode is 100% not safe for work, so grab some headphones and prepare to get horny and hilarious.

Follow Silvia: @Thesilviasaige

Follow Alex: @Hooperhairpuff

www.hoopercomedy.com for tour dates

Recorded at Third Wheel Studios in Los Angeles, California.

Worthiness with Kyle Kinane Feb 17, 2020

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What happens when you don't feel like you deserve the life you've gotten? Kyle Kinane (Netflix, Comedy Central) explains why no one should listen to his opinions, how comedians are mistakenly put on pedestals, and why we should probably stop having kids.

Follow Kyle: @kylekinane

Follow Alex: @hooperhairpuff

www.hoopercomedy.com

Recorded in Kyle Kinane's garage in Hollywood, California.

Pulling Away with Amber Nelson Feb 10, 2020

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Often times running away is easier than confrontation. Comedian Amber Nelson (The Brighter Side Podcast) discusses her long history of retreating, constantly moving while growing up, and how manifestation is the real deal if you simply believe.

Follow Amber: @ambersmelson

Follow Alex: @hooperhairpuff

www.hoopercomedy.com

Recorded at Third Wheel Studios in Los Angeles, California.

Insecurity with Ricky Carmona Feb 03, 2020

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Help! I care too much about how others make me feel and I can't get up! Ricky Carmona (Tosh.0, Comedy Central) grew up with parents who couldn't speak English in an unforgiving city. He breaks down how kids can say the meanest things, why you shouldn't have a back-up plan, and how sometimes you just need to have a good cry.

Follow Ricky: @rickycarmona

Follow Alex: @hooperhairpuff

www.hoopercomedy.com for tour dates

Recorded at Third Wheel Studios in Los Angeles, California.

Quitting with Simon Gibson Jan 27, 2020

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The struggle is temporary but quitting lasts forever. Simon Gibson (Cannonball on ABC, Amazon Prime) has a tendency to not finish what he starts and it has plagued him throughout his life. We dive into his parent's discipline and lack thereof, how to not let your day jobs get in the way of your dreams, and why outsiders will always think you are more successful than you actually are. Lots of laughs and sing-songy moments from a couple of silly knuckleheads.

Follow Simon: @simeygibson

Follow Alex: @Hooperhairpuff

www.hoopercomedy.com for tour dates.

Recorded at Third Wheel Studios in Los Angeles, California.

Holding Grudges with Earl Skakel Jan 13, 2020

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Everyone has feelings of resentment and malice, but what do you do when you can't let them go? Roast Battle Legend Earl Skakel (Comedy Central, The Jellies) goes deep into why holding grudges is exactly the fuel he needs to fire him up, even if it may hurt him in the process.