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Bobby Moynihan: Puppetry, People-Pleasing & The SNL Pressure Cooker
Bobby Moynihan: Puppetry, People-Pleasing & The SNL Pressure Cooker
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Length:
68 minutes
Released:
Jun 8, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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Bobby Moynihan, comedic actor and former SNL cast member, shares his rollercoaster journey through comedy, from puppetry classes and performing improv during the aftermath of 9/11, through his 9-season run on SNL and beyond. Mayim and Bobby discuss the misconceptions about comedic performers, the role perfectionism plays in triggering physical symptoms of stress, and how therapy and meditation can help us process career trauma. Hear Mayim's tips for recognizing your breaking point when it comes to work stress with a constructive session of "You Might Need Help If..."BialikBreakdown.comYouTube.com/mayimbialik
Released:
Jun 8, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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