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On this episode:






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Balance & Mental Health: Patrick emphasizes the benefits of cycling over driving in NYC for mental health. Highlights personal challenges of juggling multiple jobs and family commitments, stressing the importance of self-care.

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Artistic Influence: Names Jesse Wells, Fiona Apple, and Edan as key inspirations for his work. Discusses how music and lyrics serve as a creative outlet, especially after the emotional strain of promoting his comedy special.

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Community & Future Plans: Recaps recent comedy shows in Tennessee, Atlanta, and Rochester, expressing gratitude for support from family and the comedy community. Plans to develop a new story for Risk podcast and consider creating a comedy special based on personal experiences.








 

Notes





️ Podcast Introduction & Personal Updates (00:00 - 07:45)


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Patrick opens the episode solo, sharing anecdotes about parenting, daily routines, and his work as a wellness and executive functioning coach.
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Describes the benefits of cycling over driving in New York City for mental health and serenity.
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Reflects on the challenges of balancing multiple jobs and family responsibilities, especially after recent travel and performances.


Artistic Inspiration & Creative Process (07:45 - 14:06)


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Patrick discusses the importance of identifying personal artistic influences, naming Jesse Wells, Fiona Apple, and Edan as current top inspirations.
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Explains how music and lyrics provide catharsis and creative fuel, especially when feeling overstimulated by podcasts and pop culture.
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Mentions a recent emotional hangover from promoting his comedy special and the need to refill his creative well with new influences.


Reading Habits & Literary Interests (14:06 - 17:10)


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Shares frustration about being locked out of a Kindle book and pivots to reading detective noir, inspired by a podcast taping with Ronan Hirshberg and Sam Morrill.
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Reflects on the value of consuming both high art and 'trash' literature for creative balance.


Comedy Shows & Future Projects (17:10 - 21:43)


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Recaps recent comedy performances in Tennessee, Atlanta, and Rochester, including a guest set at the Comedy Catch and a recovery conference show.
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Expresses gratitude for support from family and fellow comedians, highlighting the importance of community and mentorship.
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Discusses plans to develop a new story for the Risk podcast and contemplates producing a new comedy special based on personal experiences.


Family Segment & Personal Reflections (21:43 - 32:42)


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Patrick and Ross record a late-night segment, reflecting on their exhaustion from work and parenting.
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Lighthearted discussion about reality TV shows (Below Deck, Housewives, Love Hotel) and the escapism they provide.
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Share humorous anecdotes about travel fatigue, post-flight routines, and missing each other during busy periods.
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Acknowledge the recent passing of Aunt Helen, expressing love for family and the importance of staying connected.


️ Pop Culture, Industry Gossip & Stand-Up Experiences (32:42 - ...