In this episode, we sit down with Dave Mowry — author of OMG That’s Me!, peer support specialist, mental‑health advocate, and the man who somehow turned bipolar disorder into a stand‑up comedy curriculum. Dave shares his personal journey with bipolar: the early struggles, the missteps, the moments of clarity, and the surprising ways humor became not just a coping skill, but a lifeline.
We talk about how comedy helps people reclaim their stories, why laughing at the hard stuff can be a radical act of healing, and how Dave now teaches others to transform their pain into punchlines. He also talks about his next book, Healing with Humor, and the philosophy behind using creativity and connection as tools for recovery.
Expect honesty, hope, and a whole lot of laughter as we explore what it means to live with bipolar disorder, support others through it, and find joy in places you never expected. Dave’s story is a reminder that healing isn’t always pretty — sometimes it’s messy, brave, and unexpectedly hilarious.
