The Megyn Kelly Show Bridget Phetasy on Trauma and Recovery, Victimhood and Entitlement, and Marriage | Ep. 44
Dec 30, 2020
Bridget Phetasy, a comedian and podcaster known for "Walk-Ins Welcome" and "Dumpster Fire," shares her insights on modern victimhood and overcoming trauma. She discusses her journey through addiction recovery and the empowerment found in confronting past struggles. Reflecting on societal influences, she critiques entitlement while highlighting the importance of resilience and humor. Bridge also opens up about her new marriage and how it has transformed her life, emphasizing the significance of connection and support in healing.
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Comedy Origin
- Bridget Phetasy's Irish Catholic upbringing resembled a roast battle, requiring humor for survival.
- This evolved into a coping mechanism, eventually leading to her stand-up comedy career.
Irish Resilience
- Irish people possess a unique resilience and are not easily offended.
- Humor serves as a valuable coping mechanism, offering solace in difficult situations.
WWII vs. Microaggressions
- Megyn Kelly contrasts today's hypersensitivity to past generations' resilience during WWII.
- She highlights the absurdity of microaggressions compared to facing true conflict.
