Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out

58. Jimmy Carr: Life Is Better With Laughter

Nov 1, 2021

Legendary British comedian Jimmy Carr joins Mike for an hour-long chat discussing the power of laughter and how it can heal us. They jump from jokes to roasts and explore the universality of humor in navigating difficult situations. They also touch on their friendship with Stephen Hawking, memories of their childhood, and processing death through humor.

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Laughter has the power to heal and bring lightness even in the darkest moments.

Considering our legacy and how we want to be remembered is an important existential question.

Dark humor can be a powerful tool for processing and coping with difficult topics, offering healing and a new perspective.

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Discussing the importance of humor in difficult times

The podcast episode explores the healing power of laughter in the face of tough situations. It emphasizes how humor can provide a release and bring a sense of lightness, even in the darkest moments.

Introduction

3min

Humor as a Tool for Navigating Life's Challenges

18min

Friendship with Stephen Hawking and Dealing with Disability

4min

Sponsors: Lumalnades and Bombas Socks

2min

Memories of Slough and Limerick

18min

Sponsors: Magic Spoon and Helix Matresses

2min

Processing Death Through Humor

11min

Legendary British comedian Jimmy Carr begins his conversation with Mike by saying, “I wrote a book in lock-down because it was that or a podcast and I figured a book would be more dignified.” This begins an hour-long chat between friends that jumps from jokes to roasts to a genuine and vulnerable discussion of how laughter has the power to heal us.

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Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out

58. Jimmy Carr: Life Is Better With Laughter

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Discussing the importance of humor in difficult times

Exploring the significance of a will and legacy

Examining the role of dark humor

Reflecting on the connection between environment and nurturance

Addressing the taboo around discussing death and mortality

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