John Ross Bowie: Angry Young Man Finds Sobriety

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  • Mayim Breaks down the chemical and environmental aspects of addiction and The Big Bang Theory actor John Ross Bowie shares his story of being an angry young man who turned to alcohol to numb his pain. This touching exploration of John's journey allows him to share aspects of his sobriety and his struggles as a father and actor which he had not previously explored.
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  • @Aryan-vt4rb
    @Aryan-vt4rb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    Barry Kripkey is just awesome.
    Remember, " Hello, this is Sweden calling".

  • @jmissesblac2006
    @jmissesblac2006 3 ปีที่แล้ว +161

    Now I wish John would say "COOPERRRRRR!" for old times sake, lol.

  • @aekelly
    @aekelly ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I loved hearing Mayim tell him how grateful she was he was brave and shared parts of himself that will help other people. That last part was so moving. This was such an important conversation.

  • @lvgrlatheart
    @lvgrlatheart 3 ปีที่แล้ว +196

    Can you do a breakdown on narcissists and how their brains work? I love how you explain things, it helps a lot to understand people and how they work...this is fantastic!

    • @Peggyanns
      @Peggyanns 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I would like that too.

    • @sherribarman915
      @sherribarman915 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      This topic would be uber helpful. After 20+yrs w my X-narc I’m still healing.

    • @emiliemilcarek2670
      @emiliemilcarek2670 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I know multiple people dealing with this in their life and it's not all the same person. This would be a really important episode to a lot of people I think.

    • @russellmckenzie9508
      @russellmckenzie9508 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Fantastic idea Michelle. I worked for one for 16 years until about a year ago. 2 rounds of therapy later and I'm still pretty broken, but getting better slowly. Take care

    • @michellefernandez3736
      @michellefernandez3736 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That would be Awesome

  • @anastasiabeaverhausen8220
    @anastasiabeaverhausen8220 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    He always made me laugh on Big Bang. And when he sang "At Last" at Shamy's wedding...one of the great moments in show and sitcom history. Could not have chosen a more perfect song for Barry.

    • @joermnyc
      @joermnyc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      That was a great episode, between Teller speaking on camera, Wil Wheaton getting bumped by Mark Hamill, Shamy getting distracted by their Nobel Prize winning idea, and then Barry singing!

  • @panickedantics7761
    @panickedantics7761 3 ปีที่แล้ว +235

    As someone that is currently sober and trying to stay that way, this episode was really moving to me. As a nurse, I know some things lol But it was nice to hear her speak about addicts as actual human beings; instead of just "junkies" or "bad" people. I lost a lot of loved ones to addiction and they were not just pieces of crap. So thank you for this.

    • @MayimBialik
      @MayimBialik  3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      ❤️

    • @albertusmagnus7239
      @albertusmagnus7239 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Good luck staying sober! My family has had many alcoholics, many have passed on, some kicked their habit and some did not. Hang in there!

    • @arielcheyenne1853
      @arielcheyenne1853 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Amen!

    • @charisma-hornum-fries
      @charisma-hornum-fries 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Warmth and safety your way. I hope you’re okay and get better through this shitty time. Thanks for taking care of people that we who are not front liners can’t.

    • @goldylocks251
      @goldylocks251 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      All read Gabor Mate,
      and seek mental health from someone who is less science dogmatic, you'll end with neuroleptics and fat ass without dietary advice, iow more self-esteem issues,isolation.
      Science, emphaty, knowledge, insight, poly perspective , and you might get actual help. I feel science has gone to the money....overall there should be awareness and healthy non- judgemental sceptical additude to many aspects in authorities in science. Science as science is pure, humans notvso much... Sucks. Have great day, even slightly esoteric :-)

  • @joermnyc
    @joermnyc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Best BBT Kripke scene was the sports “battle” over an empty office, since that was the one thing he and Sheldon agreed was their one weakness. Sheldon and Barry tried and failed to play basketball, and then tried to dunk using a trampoline. Kripke hitting the trampoline and flying off camera while yelling, “howwwaaa!” was hilarious.

    • @hannahwig
      @hannahwig ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I was just thinking about and talking that very scene… makes me laugh just thinking about it and when I showed it to my Mom who was dealing with some depression at the time, she laughed so hard she fell over, and still makes her laugh.

  • @lizfotouhi2146
    @lizfotouhi2146 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Sugar is killing me. Soooo hard to get off of it. And unlike a "drug" it is everywhere and in everything.

    • @linalli4079
      @linalli4079 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I am in the rabit hole of sugar addiction and everything I have read, studied and talked to Dr's about has confirmed that sugar is an addiction. Rats were put in a maze with heroine on one end and sugar on the other.. The rats went directly to the sugar and the behaviour afterwards showed a high. Our medical professionals need to pay attention to this. Sugar is the number one killer because it encompasses everything from heart failure to cancers. Brain scans done on people with sugar addiction mirrored the exact same chemistry as being on heroine as well.

    • @jennybell1204
      @jennybell1204 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same here.

    • @joermnyc
      @joermnyc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I would say avoid as much processed sugars as you can, try to find some sweet fruits so you get that taste, but it’s something that’s better for you than something with way too much sugar than the average human should be consuming.

    • @jeanetten.s.8557
      @jeanetten.s.8557 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not at all a professional so take it with a grain of salt. But a method that came to mind is by exploring different types of sweet such as bittersweet, sour sweet, savory sweet and slowly diverge from there(this is if you are addicted to that sweet taste itself).
      But if you are addicted to the high of sugar rush itself, then instead of actively pulling your focus away from something then maybe try "Substituting" those pleasures with something else, in moderation of course, such as exercise, cooking or even games! Specifically simple games with easy repetitive tasks. Such as candy crush or sudoku, flappy birds, tetris and temple run. Something repetitive that demands your attention and distracts you even for just another moment.
      Again! I am not at all a professional! Ive just read a lot of psychology papers while I was depressed (in an attempt to reprogram my own brain to fucking stop) and this is a technique I use to kick my bad habit of cutting (nothing deep or dangerous, just enough to hurt) and addiction is just another really bad habit isnt it? (that may be a bit oversimplified but i find keeping things simple sometimes help from it becoming overwhelming)

  • @TinyTotPropShop
    @TinyTotPropShop 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    As a child of two (thankfully sober) alcoholics, this episode was such a joy to watch/listen to. My parents have been sober for nearly 27 years!

    • @sarah-qz5oh
      @sarah-qz5oh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      don't know them or you but i am proud of them and happy for you!

    • @jbwhitebirch6620
      @jbwhitebirch6620 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I am very happy for you that you can make that statement! And proud of your parents:)).

  • @paulandreassen9964
    @paulandreassen9964 3 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    Love the sow. As a husband of an alcoholic this “Breakdown” was extremely enlightening. Thank you.

    • @arielcheyenne1853
      @arielcheyenne1853 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I'm curious about your situation. It took me a long time to realize that white wine spritzer had every evening are still a problem if its 2-3 EVERY night. My soon to be ex-husband never said anything cuz he didn't want to hurt my feelings...and I was curious if you and your wife talk about it? You dont have to answer, of course....I do hope you're doing well and are working through it all . Take care!

  • @laurene1389
    @laurene1389 3 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    This was fantastic. Mayim, you have such a great way of talking to people. You're so intelligent, but not at all condescending, it's really wonderful to listen to you.

  • @carlschumacher7383
    @carlschumacher7383 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I’ve suffered with food addiction most of my life. What I didn’t realise until recently was that the quantity and choice of food that I was putting into my body was causing me to be anxious and depressed. By becoming anxious and depressed I was eating more to compensate the low mood. By removing the junk food and sugar from my diet I have started to finally have that sober feeling. The numb feeling that I had is starting to fade. I have become more in touch with reality and actually feel things when I am around my family. The hardest parts are when I want to escape reality I will turn to food and repeat the cycle again. Staying sober from food is hard but being in the addiction cycle is a thousand times worse. Be creative in finding things that will help you to be happy and enjoy being in reality. My biggest focus is that my family experience a better me when I am in touch with reality and therefore it improves their mood and mental health. “Smile and the world smiles with you”

    • @stacyerdman
      @stacyerdman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Me too. In the past year I overhauled my diet and weaned of toxic prescriptions I was taking. I finally feel like a human again. It had been years of chaos. I’m so glad to be free of many things I was ingesting. I love my life now that I feel better.

    • @calisongbird
      @calisongbird 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@stacyerdman that’s fantastic. If you’re willing to say, what sorts of “toxic prescriptions” were you taking?

  • @davidlane256
    @davidlane256 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    When you talk about the dopamine loop , I immediately saw Chevy chase stuck on the roundabout in London.

  • @taniarodriguez3956
    @taniarodriguez3956 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    New episode!! As a latina fan, I’m glad I understand English to listen to your podcast. Thanks Mayim for making it so interesting and funny, I love you ♥️ Peru 🙋🏽‍♀️

  • @saanvinalavde
    @saanvinalavde 3 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    More TBBT members please! Started watching the wonderful sitcom in quarantine and I just can't get enough of you guys! Watching every episode is like Sheldon offering a hot beverage to me; warm and comforting.
    Every character has its own nuance and quirks, but what makes them better is their friendship. I couldn't meet my friends for months, but TBBT made my quarantine much better. Thank you so much and lots of love❤

    • @komalv9599
      @komalv9599 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      So true, I too started watching this back in September and this is exactly what I feel too, you know whenever I'm low or miss my friends or just so confused and anxious about figuring things out , I watch TBBT and it's so comforting. I don't know why but I could weirdly relate to Sheldon whenever he's unable to understand his feelings. I really want Jim Parsons on one of these Breakdown episodes, he such an incredible person.

    • @yuliyaizraileva1668
      @yuliyaizraileva1668 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      TBBT is my self care. I am watching it daily.

    • @yourregularobbyplayer5057
      @yourregularobbyplayer5057 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Roxanna

  • @muellerphyllis
    @muellerphyllis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Mayim, thank you so much for this. Being a former alcoholic, this rings so true. I quit by asking God to take the desire out of my heart. It didn’t happen overnight, but before I knew it, every time I drank I got violently ill. I haven’t had a drink in 4 years and no desire to at all. We all have our moment.

  • @judithcruz248
    @judithcruz248 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As the daughter of an addict thank you for giving my father's illness creedence, sometimes will alone isn't possible, there are so many componets that the addict must confront.

  • @amyrosner2430
    @amyrosner2430 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    There are just so many things to love here. I appreciate the "breakdowns" in plain English and I also am enjoying the heck out of getting to know the guests, as well as Mayim, a little better. I think when we see people on the big and little screens all the time, it's easy to loose sight of the their dimensions and the fact that they're actual humans. John Ross Bowie, in particular, was a treat to get to know a bit about after embracing him as Kripke for so many years. I love his humor, honesty and vulnerability, and this episode (like most of them so far) left me wanting more. Well done all around!

  • @cjplay2
    @cjplay2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    9:27 - Just acknowledging the actress who plays Amy on TBBT talking about neuroscience ("Decades of experimenting on adorable animals") makes for a surreal moment. Thank you for your analysis.

  • @m_brokenleg
    @m_brokenleg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I adore that while you’re speaking explaining all, that figurine of the baseball guy says “yes” with his head! I feel myself identified with it! 👍🏾

  • @elliegillett1724
    @elliegillett1724 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Literally the main podcast that is helping me to be motivated. For some reason whenever I am trying to sort the kitchen or fold clothes etc - I put on this podcast to spur me into action!! Xxx

  • @teyyan2590
    @teyyan2590 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    First part of the podcast, I was just in awe on how Mayim passionately explains the neurophysiology of addiction! And I love how open John Ross Bowie was with his life, and the vulnerability he has shown.
    And Mayim’s right, “it’s not necessarily important that we understand all of the intricacies of how and why it’s more important to say if you were an addict, if you were an alcoholic, if you were struggling with your dependence on something, YOU’RE NOT ALONE... There are those among us who can help”.
    I love how you two always emphasize this. Thank you for a wonderful podcast.

  • @annedavis5248
    @annedavis5248 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I am addicted to BBT. I love it. Have ALL seasons. Watching it now. Adore AFF! go to sleep with it on. Never have nightmares. Big hugs, AFF! And thanks!

    • @stacyerdman
      @stacyerdman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too. It’s my comfort show. My husband can’t understand why I will only go to sleep if this show is on. I can’t explain it but I just feel content when it’s on. Thanks TBBT cast and crew for that gift!

    • @LovesDavidCassidy
      @LovesDavidCassidy 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I like the show too

  • @Greyhawk4x4
    @Greyhawk4x4 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Mayim: "Chocolate can trigger the Dopamine reward response."
    Me: Literally eating dark chocolate when she said it.

    • @davidlane256
      @davidlane256 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I like dark chocolate. I was surprised to find people that didn’t like it.

  • @2727gab
    @2727gab 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Once again another great podcast/vlog. My grandfather was an Alcoholic, and my mother would tell us kids that she hoped we would never start drinking because she feared it could turn into alcoholism us as well. I did drink some in college but really didn’t like the way it made me feel, plus I could remember my grandfather and never really seeing him sober.
    I’ll be 53 at the end of this month and I don’t drink except for the occasional glass of wine or a hot toddy for a cold.

  • @ensuena2
    @ensuena2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I really enjoy these. John is correct, you are truly gifted in this medium.

  • @akmediascope
    @akmediascope ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mayim! I love that you allow others to own their own addiction and that you are not diagnosing

  • @hjsimmer1742
    @hjsimmer1742 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Everyone needs a friendship like this! Thank you for talking so intelligently and openly about such a complex issue.

  • @Authentistic-ism
    @Authentistic-ism 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This all makes intuitive sense to me the way you talk about addiction. I'm lucky (?) I had a relatively easy time getting off crystal meth because I only used for a couple years. I don't remember the "pain" of withdrawal but I certainly remember the absolutely insane lengths I went to trying to find more every time I tried to quit. I wish I knew the secret key answer of what made me finally stop looking 18 months sober now.

    • @Authentistic-ism
      @Authentistic-ism 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I have to say, when you're homeless but on meth, you don't worry so much about where you're going to sleep. When you run out of meth and you're still homeless, suddenly a 24 hour survival cycle on the street consumed all my attention. I was broke and unsheltered and suddenly required sleep. I had to really hit rock bottom, whereas I thought I already had before I got homeless.

  • @lyndahammond8883
    @lyndahammond8883 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Who would have thought Kripky would be so cool! I really appreciate this creative, intelligent guy! I'm glad he found sobriety. He is so much more than his history of substance use of the past. John Ross Bowie is a modern day Renaissance Man with a rockin' sense of humor!

  • @SB-qv6gr
    @SB-qv6gr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    The love and admiration between you two at the end was amazing to see. Another great episode 👍🏼

  • @Timm
    @Timm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I LOVE how you just talk "plain". Straight up honesty is what I love here. Mayim does a great job in keeping the conversation moving and interesting and engaging. Very well done.

  • @darylfayelozada1527
    @darylfayelozada1527 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    As a graduate school student in science education, I find all these podcasts helpful since I struggle a lot mentally. Thank you for these, Dr. Mayim! I hope you inspire more people like me to pursue science!! 💖

    • @MayimBialik
      @MayimBialik  3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Thank you for listening!! And yes, SCIENCE RULES!

    • @matiaspereira9382
      @matiaspereira9382 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MayimBialik I totally agree! Big Bang Theory made me like science more! I really love your performance as Amy in Big Bang Theory

  • @cmc7780
    @cmc7780 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have a graduate degree in addiction and I appreciate SO MUCH that you said it's not about meeting diagnostic criteria. You can be abusing a substance without being an addict as well, which can also be incredibly detrimental. Relying strictly on criteria is also challenging when many people being treated for addiction are not forthcoming about their actual consumption and counselors have to decipher from various information what is mostly like each patient's most realistic use patterns.
    Also, detoxing is not as simple as the general population likes to believe. The impact it has on the body can be so extreme in some case where people can die if they aren't monitored.

  • @catherinemakohn6141
    @catherinemakohn6141 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This was extremely insightful and moving to watch. I don't know Mayim or John personally, but I felt like I got such a sense of who they both are from this episode. I am a huge empath and I could feel the emotion throughout this entire episode. Especially at the end when Mayim was talking about how emotional it was for her, it brought tears to my eyes. I don't have a lot of experience with alcoholism or addiction but it is definitely something I've been curious about. It was so interesting to hear about how our minds interact on a loop with dopamine and all the other brain stuff Mayim shared. I truly learned so much about this topic today and my heart has been opened because of it. Thank you, Mayim, for sharing your knowledge with the world. Thank you John Ross Bowie for sharing your experiences and giving us all an insight to alcoholism and what that looked like for you. I truly appreciate this episode and am glad I had the opportunity to watch it.

  • @jimflack9462
    @jimflack9462 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This episode spoke to me and helped me understand a close member of my family who is a recovering drug addict. This person has been "sober" since March of 2017! Thank you for enlightening me to what my loved one has gone through to be where he/she is now.

  • @carlycook8092
    @carlycook8092 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    So lovely to hear two friends being so appreciative of each other.
    This was my first episode, definately looking forward to hearing more. Thank you.

  • @TheSuplays
    @TheSuplays 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Oh! That wonderful feeling of waking up and realizing it's a new episode day!!!!!
    Thank you for creating such a welcoming and constructive space to debate and learn more about mental health! It is strange and incredible how a podcast can represent a safe place to be vulnerable and imperfect and I am very grateful for that. I send you a hug from the south of Brazil!

  • @TubeJonny
    @TubeJonny 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was a terrific interview. I'm a 60 year old filmmaker who's spent countless hotel hours on the road watching BBT, and now I want to get to know John, as we had similar upbringings in NYC. Well done, Mayim.

  • @ajandruzzi
    @ajandruzzi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This talk was awesome! I'm 10 years sober. I related a bunch and learned a bunch! To anyone like me who struggles with addiction and isn't religious, believe them when they say in the 12 step programs that " it's spiritual, not religious". You will have your Bible thumpers wherever you go but your higher power can be anything outside of and greater than yourself. The people in the rooms, the rooms themselves, even the door knob to the rooms if you want. I know I wouldn't have compared myself favorably to a door knob when I first got sober. Good luck, you can do it, and it's worth it!

  • @Wanguishub
    @Wanguishub 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I can't get enough of Mayim, great content

  • @andie2809
    @andie2809 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I love John Ross Bowie! Thanks for such a great podcast!

  • @TheOriginalRaster
    @TheOriginalRaster 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The totally real emotion at the end had me tearing up, kinda happy tears. Wow, that's some really nice caring, Mayim and John Ross.
    Cheers!

  • @ejm6122
    @ejm6122 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Johns experience really touched me. Not that I have ever been a heavy drinker but a social drinker in the least of its definition. But, Jon shared about his dark sadness and it was this aspect that I was drawn to. I loved this episode of BREAKDOWN and look forward to the hope of Jon revisiting BREAKDOWN .

  • @dannydougin3925
    @dannydougin3925 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love John Ross Bowie. He is amazing to work with!

  • @viancabasas9856
    @viancabasas9856 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I can’t get enough of this podcast. It’s so raw and full of love and compassion. Thank you John for sharing your story to us! ❤️❤️ so much love❤️

  • @Elongang
    @Elongang 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I love this podcast so much!! It helps me to escape from life even if it’s just for an hour, and I’m grateful! So thank you Mayim :)

    • @charisma-hornum-fries
      @charisma-hornum-fries 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I feel the same but also the opposite. I just started in therapy so I swallow up all the bites that relates to my life. There’s plenty 😁

  • @debbieteixeira4118
    @debbieteixeira4118 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another wonderful podcast! Mayim, you are on to something! I have always struggled with understanding alcoholism and addiction behaviors in those around me and this was so informative! You not only have such a wonderful way of explaining the science of it but you are also such a fantastic way with bringing out your guest's experiences. We literally get a window into a side of their life that we may never have had in the run of the mill type of interviews. Fantastic! Well done! I very much look forward to more of this!

  • @marythomson4117
    @marythomson4117 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This series is invaluable. ❤️ Thank you for creating it. Thank you to the guests for sharing their stories/journeys/experiences and helping others understand and connect the dots. Thank you for making it possible for these conversations to be had for all to hear. I'm enjoying all of it tremendously and gaining so much. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! 😘

  • @nataliesirota2611
    @nataliesirota2611 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVING this show! This was my first time to watch this series. (Love anything Mayim does, she's awesome.) Fortunately, we are only on episode 5 so I won't have too much to binge to catch up. This is so helpful for so many people, thank you! Huge props to John Ross Bowie for being so open and honest about his story!!!

  • @mouse41686
    @mouse41686 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I seriously love listening and learning to these videos. They're a good mix of serious and silly and I look forward to them each week! :)

  • @elenamerelo8072
    @elenamerelo8072 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your podcast is so so eye-opening, i listen to it and then rewatch it when i can, it powers me through my day and it really makes me happy to see that there is a new ep up! Love how you talk and explain things, the people you bring, what you talk about,... Thanks for so much!!

  • @TheTrish60
    @TheTrish60 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I look forward to each podcast, great work Mayim and Jonathan.

  • @shabytin
    @shabytin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Mayim, SERIOUSLY, every episode is amazing, informative and insightful. You are a true gift to humanity!! Thank you for another great podcast, my new favourite couple! 😘🤗

  • @suzanhicks6811
    @suzanhicks6811 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your episodes are awesome. I usually wouldn’t watch anything for this length of time but your comments and conversations are so interesting that I cannot turn away. Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge and your gift for presenting these topics in such an understandable way that lay people like me can understand.

  • @trbnie
    @trbnie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    As always, thank you for this episode. Thank you, John Ross Bowie for being very open, you have a generous heart! I loved how I was taken back for a little while to Physiology classes when Dr. Mayim began to explain the neuro-anatomy of it all 💖 Can’t wait for the next!! ✨

  • @TheMultikitty8
    @TheMultikitty8 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    very good.show..i always was hoping he would have had a bigger part on the big bang becasue he was so funny...and of course love you mayim

  • @katelynivens3007
    @katelynivens3007 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    that extremely educational beginning/intro is very much appreciated! The way you explain things makes it very easy to absorb and understand. Loving this channel!!

  • @JGLy22086
    @JGLy22086 ปีที่แล้ว

    I always enjoy seeing John Ross Bowie. He is so talented and fun to watch. The series he was in about the child with special needs was extremely well done and I love Barry Kripkie! Thanks for having him on!

  • @rathersurf23
    @rathersurf23 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really appreciate you breaking down what just seems unthinkable. I look forward to each weeks episode. I have been immersed in addiction of a loved one for a long time, these conversations have been very enlightening.

  • @lillsssssssssssss
    @lillsssssssssssss 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The love of my life with whom we were 10 years recently passed away. He was an alcoholic and never managed to overcome the trauma and inner world. Seeing the pain was awful. Please, please if any of the things from the section for help even click in your brain for a second - please, seek help. Mayiam is a woman I truly admire and cannot say how much she inspires me. Love and hugs

  • @kendallstark4302
    @kendallstark4302 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm so happy your channel again. These conversations are incredibly eye-opening. Thank you for doing this series 💖

  • @bernadettewhitty2313
    @bernadettewhitty2313 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m so grateful for John talking about depression/anxiety and the physical affects of it. It too felt similar symptoms (years ago) and am just now making the connection that it was due to the emotional stress at that time. Thanks for that! Love your show!!!

  • @irahliwanag4154
    @irahliwanag4154 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really love this podcast, Ms. Mayim! This is very helpful. It really helps me to reflect about what is happening in my life right now, and I am grateful for that. This is incredible, no words because it touches my heart and my mind.

  • @7dazeaweek
    @7dazeaweek 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    warm & beautiful conversation about addiction. thank you all.

  • @cindybell9195
    @cindybell9195 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    When you explain science, you are so calm and rational and not bouncing off the wall with anxiety and pressured speech. Much better to keep my racing brain slowed. Thank you.

  • @lidialondres
    @lidialondres 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This episode, as the previous ones, felt very close to my heart.
    I'm really grateful for this podcast, the content and the personal experiences shared with such openness.
    I'm learning a lot about myself and the people around me.
    Thank you guys.
    Love from a Spaniard. 💛

  • @vlmellody51
    @vlmellody51 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My late father worked in the field of addiction for more than 30 years and what you said was just what he used to say. He set up the addictions programs for the UK, Ireland, Australia, Israel, Germany and France, among others and he found that cultural entrenchment was one of the hardest things to overcome.

  • @vivienvomsee8793
    @vivienvomsee8793 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much for this episode - and this series. I am fascinated by the correlation between depression (mental health) and addiction -> self-medication.
    You're helping me understand so much more what people are doing, and what I do and maybe why I am so against drugs. The connection to control and loss of control would interest me immensely, because the fear of that is why I keep away from all these things.

  • @katieoberst490
    @katieoberst490 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was such an amazing interview!!! I really fell in love with John Ross Bowie when he played the father of a child with special needs because I was one and my mother introduced me to the show and LOVED it because she related to it so well. I love him even more now. I'm in love with an addict, struggling to get sober, and I have already recommended this episode to him.

  • @markmacatee4602
    @markmacatee4602 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this episode. You are, as always, informative and caring. John’s stories, his openness and honesty brought tears to my eyes. He is a beautiful soul and I am grateful that you shared him with us.

  • @silkesto580
    @silkesto580 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love this podcast so much! It's so interesting and helpful! Thank you for making this!

  • @ink6849
    @ink6849 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was amazing. Thank you. The last little bit made my heart smile. Keep doing these.

  • @eileenwallis
    @eileenwallis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for this podcast series. and thank you to your guests for allowing themselves to be vulnerable and share their stories. This podcast is a tremendous service and a gift. 💖💖

  • @joannbisnath8649
    @joannbisnath8649 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mayim - your podcasts are truly illuminating all around. I look forward to them each week! Will either watch on TH-cam or listen if in my car. Your interviews and information really help with
    Understanding mental health issues.
    I approach my own and others with more understanding thanks to you. Grateful!!!

  • @lauriewelch4769
    @lauriewelch4769 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is my first time listening to your podcast and I loved it! I will be listening to your previous episodes as well as keeping up with the new! You're a wonderful actress but this is your calling. This episode touched me deeply as an addict. Thank you so much!

  • @millie9352
    @millie9352 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I‘m not even all the way through but this is probably one of my favorite episodes so far. Worth the wait I can’t wait for next week these help me so much

  • @lisemonatalbot
    @lisemonatalbot 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mayim, your pod casts are so informative. I absolutely love them. Keep them coming.

  • @robinsiciliano9084
    @robinsiciliano9084 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just want to say how much I look forward to and enjoy this show. Every topic and guest have been extremely informative and helpful and just plain entertaining. Great job guys!!!

  • @taniawebster5867
    @taniawebster5867 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love how you introduced this topic and this has been such an interesting episode. Definitely my fav podcast . I loved learning about John as more than just Kripke and to get to know all the struggles he went through. You guys always have amazing guest stars and I'm always sad to see it end but excited for the next one. So thank you for this episode and thank you for making this podcast :) ❤️.

  • @supercalafragulisticexpeal6850
    @supercalafragulisticexpeal6850 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I thoroughly enjoyed this episode. Thank you, guys.

  • @malkaringel7864
    @malkaringel7864 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love Mayim in any capacity. Thanks for sharing your wisdom with all of us & enlightening our minds. I only now realized that this is a series to follow!!! So, double thanks. Mayim, you are so versatile that you can adapt to whatever you wish to accomplish! I admire you immensely. Thanks for this. You mentioned several tools that we can use to better identify with our own addictions. Appreciated

  • @glitterpenguin82
    @glitterpenguin82 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Totally loving the episodes. Learning and understanding in one place :)

  • @eternaloptimist7701
    @eternaloptimist7701 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I could listen to both of you sharing your thoughts endlessly. I'm a child of an alcoholic & it was interesting to hear how it affects others. I recognized some of my reactions to others in John's comments. Thank you.

  • @virginiabishop9880
    @virginiabishop9880 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Such an educational program, I learn so much. Thank you for frank, honest, discussions. Thank you to your guests also for sharing.

  • @MichelLafleche
    @MichelLafleche 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great conversation...interesting and so helpful. Thank you Mayim&Co.

  • @savetheenvironment8243
    @savetheenvironment8243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another episode of this spectaaaacular podcast !! I sincerely think that you are an amazing scientist, mom, woman, actress and the list goes on ;). You inspire me so much and you are my role model! Thank you for the engrossing information you are sharing with us and for your work in general ! 🙏🙏❤️

  • @matthewdodson9422
    @matthewdodson9422 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love this series so much. You are amazing, and since the first episode, I've been able to finally relate, as I've been unable until now to vocalize the kind of anxiety I deal with every day. It makes it easier knowing I'm not alone. I'm a victim of violent domestic abuse (yes, I'm a man, it can happen) on top of being ostracized from my family after coming out. Thank you for doing this.

  • @sharonshahar9388
    @sharonshahar9388 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. I loved your podcast. I love that you approach this difficult subject with so much empathy. You are true gift to this world and anyone who has you as a friend is lucky ❤️

  • @AndrewJamison79
    @AndrewJamison79 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love John's roles especially in Speechless since my wife has Cerebral Palsy I love the way that the show tackles those kinds of situations and There is a scene where John's character talks to JJ's brother about why he takes things in stride and never gets mad and it was amazing. He is super talented would love you to interview the actor (sorry can not remember his name) that played JJ on speechless.

    • @joermnyc
      @joermnyc 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Micah Fowler, my wife teaches in a school for children with brain injuries (including CP), and he stopped by to talk to the older classes (his CP is not as severe as JJ’s, he can talk, with a bit of a stutter.)
      We actually adopted a little one with CP (and blindness, my wife is a TVI), and the show was a great window into being parents of a kid with CP (since we read that they did their best to portray it realistically, as the Ray character is basically one of the creators of the show looking back at growing up with his own brother with CP. Even using the laser pointer on the speech board was inspired by a woman with CP who communicated that way).

  • @beautifulday7528
    @beautifulday7528 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, Mayim. This has been VERY helpful for me. Grateful for your channel!

  • @kdalfndnfdjsf1702
    @kdalfndnfdjsf1702 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love those intimate conversations! They make your podcast so special, Mayim! 🌸

  • @gregsilver3918
    @gregsilver3918 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    After 12 years sober and working with people with addiction this is a great reminder, thanks very much! This was very interesting.

  • @erakooks404
    @erakooks404 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The last part really did help me a lot. Thank you for this Mayim! I really love watching your podcast.

  • @PinkSparkleyPeep
    @PinkSparkleyPeep 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Every episode has been helpful. I love these💖😎thank you

  • @coloradocrone
    @coloradocrone 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great format and very easy to follow, thank you

  • @deirdredraginoff3760
    @deirdredraginoff3760 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really needed that, thank you. Definitely listening to this one again.

  • @kdalfndnfdjsf1702
    @kdalfndnfdjsf1702 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great episode! 🤍 Addiction is such a tricky subject but you really put it together amazingly. And totally in on more TBBT guests, especially people like John! It's a blessing listening to you. ✨

  • @annedreilleclarete9613
    @annedreilleclarete9613 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for this! You don't know how much your podcast means to me. 🥺 More power to #BialikBreakdown!

  • @manucayo5506
    @manucayo5506 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you for doing this with love, respect and professionalism
    🙏🏻❤🙏🏻