You Made It Weird with Pete Holmes

Blair Carlyle (Uncle Pappy)

Jan 21, 2026
Blair Carlyle, the mastermind behind the viral character Uncle Pappy, blends comedy with environmental advocacy and creativity. In this enlightening chat, he shares the origins of Uncle Pappy as a Snapchat filter and how it helps manage anxiety. They discuss the emotional compass guiding personal growth and the importance of vulnerability. Blair also opens up about sobriety, the ethics of his character, and how his work promotes environmental causes. Expect laughter and deep insights on human nature, compassion, and the struggle with addiction.
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INSIGHT

Use An Inner Avatar For Better Choices

  • Blair Carlyle explains inner avatars (like Uncle Pappy) help you access a higher version of yourself for guidance.
  • Pete Holmes agrees this conjured figure can be a therapeutic tool for nudging kinder choices.
ADVICE

Reframe Daily Annoyances Immediately

  • When someone cuts you off, default to optimistic narratives like "they're on a grand adventure."
  • This reframing prevents small slights from ruining your night.
INSIGHT

Forgive Reality To Reduce Resentment

  • Pete Holmes frames forgiveness as "forgiving reality" rather than solving who is right.
  • That shift reduces the need for mental justification and eases resentment.
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