WTF with Marc Maron Podcast Episode 1635 - Jillian Bell
Apr 17, 2025
Jillian Bell, a talented comedic actress and director known for her work in 'Workaholics' and '22 Jump Street', shares her journey overcoming a lifelong battle with anxiety. She talks about directing her first film, 'Summer of '69', and reflects on her experiences making 'Sword of Trust' with Lynn Shelton. The conversation touches on the intersection of female friendships and the pressures of the entertainment industry, as well as the humorous dynamics of her upbringing in Las Vegas and the challenges she faces as a woman in film.
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Jillian's Early Anxiety Anecdote
- Jillian Bell has dealt with anxiety since infancy, including breath-holding spells as a baby.
- Her father worried she might get her heart broken and do reckless things growing up.
The Snowball Effect of Anxiety
- Anxiety creates a snowball effect, moving worry from one thing to the next continuously.
- Jillian experiences fear that shifts rapidly, increasing feelings of constant dread.
Driving Panic Attack Effect
- Jillian stopped driving after a panic attack on the freeway driving behind a semi truck.
- She trusts driving only locally, not on highways, due to fear of other cars.