Social Anxiety Variety Hour

Aug 27 2023 83 ep. 54 mins 349
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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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Are You a Perfectionist?

Aug 27 2023 33 mins  
Sara talks about perfectionism getting in the way of doing the stuff you love to do! Plus, some stuff about living in a haunted house filled with paint-by-numbers paintings. Also, things about artists Christopher Wallace (RIP), Maya Erdelyi-Perez, Alex Stapleton and Francesco Marciuliano. Support the podcast at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa and subscribe to SaraJBenincasa.Substack.com.

Caffeine & Chaos with Sabrina Cognata

Jun 28 2023 96 mins  
Sara talks drugs, sobriety, anxiety and partying with artist, producer, and woman of business Sabrina Cognata, and blows out the mic multiple times in the process, but whatever, you'll love it. Support this podcast and more at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa

It's Okay To Not Be "Cured" Yet

Jun 22 2023 37 mins  
This episode is about the joy of lifelong learning and also: Redwood trees! Why it's okay to not be "over" your mental health issues yet, or ever! Something about soccer! Encouragement! Support this podcast at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa.

Welcome to Social Anxiety Variety Hour!

Jun 14 2023 34 mins  
Welcome to the very first episode! We talk about laughter, fear, breathwork, agoraphobia, writing, books, saying hi to a dog and then to its owner, the things cats teach us, tarot, and what this podcast will be. Join Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa for access to a patrons-only podcast, the SARATONIN newsletter, and much more.

Meditation and Real Life

Feb 12 2023 47 mins  
The final episode of Well, This Isn't Normal before the relaunch as Social Anxiety Variety Hour. An introduction to meditation & its benefits, including a brief meditation exercise. Support this podcast: Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa. Weekly SARATONIN newsletter: Patreon & SaraJBenincasa.Substack.com.

Anger and the Sacred Pause

Nov 26 2022 44 mins  
Sara discusses anger and "How to Fight" by Thich Nhat Hanh. Support this podcast at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa.

Breathwork for Recovery with Nathaniel Hodder-Shipp

Sep 08 2022 69 mins  
Sara talks about going through a rough patch emotionally, and how Breathwork for Recovery with Nathaniel Hodder-Shipp has helped. She also interviews Nathaniel to learn more. Get 70% off the Breathwork for Recovery monthly healing circle on September 10, 2022 with offer code SARA: https://www.breathworkforrecovery.com/trainings-and-workshops. Please listen with care, as this episod

Joyful Work and Montaigne

Aug 05 2022 34 mins  
Sara learns how Michel de Montaigne (1533-1592) got himself out of post-retirement depression, and how we all can benefit from joyful work. A little breathing exercise is also included. Thanks to patrons at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa.

WTF Is A Vacation?

Jul 30 2022 30 mins  
Sara tries to figure out how to go on vacation, talks about why you shouldn't ask strangers when they're gonna start an Only Fans, and offers some ideas on how to relax. Support this podcast at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa

To Live and Grieve in America

May 30 2022 16 mins  
Sara reads from the new essay "To Live and Grieve in America," originally published at SaraJBenincasa.Medium.com. This episode describes and addresses violence. Please donate to Everytown.org.