Sara Benincasa

Social Anxiety Variety Hour

Health EN ↓ 82 episodes

Ever been uncomfortable at a party or, you know, anywhere other humans go? This show is for you! Author, comedian & actor Sara Benincasa and guests work through sublime, ridiculous, silly, funny and poignant tales of dealing with the fear of being around other humans.

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Sara Benincasa

Episodes

Ryan H. Walsh Is No Longer On Tour 24.03.2020 48:56

Ryan H. Walsh talks to Sara about receiving shelter in place orders while traveling with his band, Hallelujah the Hills (HallelujahtheHills.com). Check out Ryan's deep dive into Van Morrison's time in Boston, "Astral Weeks: A Secret History of 1968." His Amazon author page is https://amzn.to/2WB5bLC but please search for his books on Indiebound.org to support your local indies. During this inter...

Mikki Kendall Enjoys Boundaries and Manicures 23.03.2020 1:02:16

Chicago's own Mikki Kendall, who just published "Hood Feminism" and "Amazons, Abolitionists and Activists: A Graphic History of Women's Fight for Their Rights," is a hard worker, an intellectual, a thinker, a fighter, a reader, a writer, a wife, a mother of giant children, and a person who will figure out a manicure situation while under quarantine. She's also a wonderful person to interview, and...

Meredith Goldstein And Romance Novel Therapy 20.03.2020 31:19

In today's episode, Boston Globe columnist Meredith Goldstein breaks down the surprising therapeutic benefits of romance novels. Also, Sara is getting a foster cat! Support the podcast via Patreon at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa. Another way to support: use discount code SARA at Matrushka.com for a 20% off discount on handmade local clothes. Donate money to cat rescue Luxe Paws! This podcast is produ...

Alex Winter Made The Right Call 19.03.2020 59:40

Alex Winter (The Panama Papers) is a director, actor, producer, and acclaimed documentarian. He was set to do a lot of press this year for his much-anticipated documentary on Frank Zappa, as well as for his return to the totally awesome role of Bill S. Preston, Esq. in the third installment in the Bill and Ted franchise. But that's all on hold for now. Sara talks to Alex about canceling an interna...

Jon Cryer's Crafty Quarantine 18.03.2020 34:54

Sara talks to actor-producer Jon Cryer, who is Lex Luthor on the CW's "Supergirl" but way better in real life. He and his fabulous wife, Lisa Joyner, are crafting away the hours in between remote work meetings. Enjoy the semi-delirious intro and outro. Support the podcast at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa. Please donate to The Actors Fund. Also, consider fostering an animal in need in your community. T...

When They Just Won't Stay Home 17.03.2020 16:48

What do you do when your friend or loved one refuses to stay away from bars and parties? Sara breaks down one conflict resolution conversational technique. Plus, alternate nostril breathing looks weird but helps you chill. You can support this podcast at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa. Please contribute to the nonprofit World Central Kitchen. This podcast is produced by Sara Benincasa and Spoke Media....

Remember to Breathe 17.03.2020 18:39

In our premiere episode, Sara talks about mental health and self-care in the time of isolation. She shares a helpful breath-work technique you can do anywhere. Produced by Sara Benincasa and Spoke Media. Thanks Bri Holmes for graphic design and Robyn von Swank for photograph. Use offer code SARA at Matrushka.com for 20% off plus free shipping. Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa Learn more about your ad cho...