Comedian Gary Gulman and actor Henry Winkler discuss topics like diversifying retirement savings, living with depression, exploring dyslexia, finding good television, and the importance of quality content.
Comedian Gary Gulman discusses his battle with depression and how he used comedy to address his mental health struggles.
Henry Winkler highlights his experience with dyslexia and how it influenced his career, as well as his advocacy for dyslexic readers.
Deep dives
The Defender 110: Unparalleled Off-Road Adventure
The podcast episode discusses the reimagined Land Rover Defender 110's ability to tackle challenging terrains with confidence. It highlights the vehicle's unmatched off-road capabilities and robust interior, along with its advanced technology features like the intuitive driver display and award-winning infotainment system. The episode emphasizes that the Defender is designed to provide an exceptional adventure experience, offering different models with seating options to suit various needs.
Gary Gorman: Talking about Comedy, Depression, and Recovery
In this interview, comedian Gary Gorman discusses his new HBO special, 'The Great Depression.' He opens up about his battle with depression, including a two-and-a-half-year episode that had a suicidal component and required two hospitalizations. Gorman shares how he used his comedy to address his mental health struggles and connect with audiences who could relate. He also emphasizes the importance of prioritizing mental health above all else and offers advice to other comedians who may be struggling.
Henry Winkler: Dyslexia, Writing, and Acting
Henry Winkler, known for his role as the Fonz on Happy Days, discusses his experience with dyslexia and how it affected his life and career. He shares how he didn't discover he was dyslexic until he was 31 and how it influenced his approach to acting and writing. Winkler also talks about his passion for writing children's books, specifically the Hank Zipzer series, which features a dyslexic main character. He also highlights the importance of font design for dyslexic readers and discusses the reception of his work.
The Future of Television and the Death of Monoculture
The podcast explores the evolving landscape of television and the decline of monoculture. It touches on the shift from three major networks to diverse streaming platforms and the opportunities it has created for unique and niche content. The conversation highlights the success of shows like Catastrophe and Goliath that may not have been possible in the traditional network model. It suggests that good television will still find an audience through word of mouth and online platforms, showcasing the potential for innovative storytelling.
Today is Mike Pesca’s birthday, and as a gift to himself, he requested we replay two classic interviews that he considers some of his favorites. So we’ll be listening back to his conversation with comedian Gary Gulman from 2019 and actor/writer/Fonzie Henry Winkler from 2017. See you in 2024!