Depresh Mode with John Moe Cameron Esposito on Comedy, Rehab, and Bipolar Disorder
Apr 14, 2025
Cameron Esposito, a stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and podcast host, shares her journey after a recent bipolar disorder diagnosis. She discusses the transformative effects of medication on her social life and creative expression. The conversation dives into her rehab experience, highlighting the balance between recovery and career pressures. Cameron’s new special, 'Four Pills', reflects on using humor to navigate mental health challenges, showcasing how personal experiences heavily influence her comedic style. It’s an enlightening and humorous exploration of life with bipolar disorder.
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Isolation and Mania in Vancouver
- Cameron Esposito describes her experience working on a drama TV show in Vancouver during COVID, feeling isolated and dealing with intense energy build-up.
- This personal story illustrates the early mental health challenges leading up to her rehab admission.
Mania Feels Like a Roller Coaster
- Cameron explains mania as feeling driven by a motor, like being a passenger in your own body flooded by chemicals.
- Mania feels like a roller coaster you can't get off, initially fun but eventually exhausting and painful.
Wake-Up Moment: Wife Moves Out
- Cameron recounts her wife moving out due to fears over Cameron's dangerous behaviors driven by manic episodes.
- This moment made Cameron realize she might lose her life as she knew it, prompting a critical choice for change.