You guys will never see this, but the way you talk so casually and normally about therapy means so much more than you know. Representation matters. Thank you.
I love it that some men are now openly talking about seeing a therapist. This opens doors to so many other men who are in crises and are wondering if they should try it. "When you wonder if I should go to therapy, that's when you should make an appointment" said a psychologist on the radio.
@MorbidManMusic Recent research shows that many men feel there's a stigma associated with going to therapy and needing help for their problems. According to the study, many feel that they should just deal with their problems on their own, which means men are less likely to go to therapy compared to women.
@MorbidManMusic It's still a tabu for most men to talk about it or even go to therapy because most fear it's a sign of weakness. I know men like that. And boy they do need therapy. But I'm glad to hear your opinion. Do you think it's also as easy for men to talk about their feelings as it is for women?Just interested about your opinion.
People being more comfortable with the idea of therapy is a great thing. "If you have a thought 'should I go to therapy' .....you should go to therapy" is a bit of a blanket idea though.
@Tara Oakwell That's cuz the interviewers are very nice and don't let him know when he's said something before. If he feels he has to say it, he should!
can we talk about how two adult men casually discussing their funny therapy stories is SO amazing?! like without a second thought they are actively de-stigmatizing mental healthcare in men
I’m just envisioning Stephen as a kid in front of his 10 siblings like “have you ever had a dream that you, um, you had, your, you, you could...” like that kid in the meme
Thank you John and Stephen for talking openly about getting help for mental health. It encourages others to get help and lets people like me know that we are not alone in our loneliness, that we don't need to feel ashamed for needing help.
I would like to point out that in very important ways, you can never retell the exact same story, because you, yourself are different, and the listeners are different themselves. People notice different things over time as well. I noticed this when I was trying to get some culture in on a budget, and studied some of the classic novels of the 1800s, re-reading them repeatedly, surprisingly noticing different things in different readings. Sometimes reading multiple texts by the same author reveals things like common themes/tropes, which can give insight. In particular with a therapist, they may be *extremely* interested in hearing the same story again, many months apart, because the things you emphasize may be different, and this could be significant. I know I change how I view past events over time, re-evaluating them, and straight up BSing to myself. I can't be the only one!
It'll be in a large part because of having guests (celebrities) on stage each night. They wouldn't class all that as "a play" since a big chunk of each performance is them talking to a real person and just riffing.
Thank you two, for talking so openingly, honestly, and calmly about therapy. I've been talking to my therapist over the phone these past few weeks in quarentine, and it feels so alienating. Thank you for making me feel less alone for needing them still. Also, John, as always, I relate to you so much. You are truly the voice of this generation. (Or at least the awkward, anxiety induced ones.) And I am really thriving on this, the fact that I have a perpetual excuse for not having to do something. It's so relaxing, which is awful, because people are dying and I will soon go broke.
@@janedoe6704 Yeah, that's kind of what I meant. I mean John is a former drug addict and alcoholic and Stephen lost 2 of his brothers and his Father in a plane crash straight off.
I, too, am thriving in the "not being socially obligated to go anywhere" atmosphere. In fact, I almost don't want to go anywhere even more now, because I know when this is all over I'm never going to have this opportunity again. Also, It's so good to hear you guys talk about therapy so openly. We need to do that more. :)
I think I've finally pinpointed what makes The Late Show at Home so wonderful-- everybody Stephen talks to seems so relaxed. They've forgotten they're on camera and that people will be watching, and instead they just chitchat and hangout. It's such a fascinating and relaxed look into so many different kinds of celebs who are all Stephens bffs. I love it. Thank you for continuing the show from home. Family PA- y'all are doing amazing.
Thank you Stephen Colbert and John Mulaney, for that heartfelt therapy session. I need that. Keep doing what you do so well. Entertaining all of us, and being therapeutic, fun and healthful at the same time. For keeping us grounded, and sane. Can't ask for more during this quarantine.
I love how Stephen describes telling stories. That is how I tell stories, I always call it, "taking the scenic route." I'll get to the point *eventually* 🤣
good lord i mean i know everyone has said this but jc hearing not even once but boooth of these amazing people talk about therapy so casually. its amazing. and that they're men and considerably high profile is even better. i just love that so much.
@@myandroid6116 something tells me you struggle to fit in with groups of people. The trick is to work out what they're doing, really watch and listen, and if you want to join in, learn to play the game, rather than take their ball and run off. Hopefully that helps in your future interactions with human beings. Good luck!
I know you’ve probably heard it a lot Stephen but thank you I will listen to your stories forever and that I’ve never met your mom I swear for years you have helped me breathe and laugh
My mom is a psychologist who is still meeting with patients over Zoom/FaceTime/ Skype/whatever they choose, and she couldn’t stop smiling this whole episode (and lovingly smacking me on the head because I was a little shit growing up.) There really is nothing you can say that will bore a good therapist, and they feel the monotony of quarantine just as well as you do.
"I put a lot of detain into my stories.", says the Tolkien fan/soon to be. Seriously, thank you gentlemen for being transparent about your mental healthcare. I hope this will inspire all watching to practice mental healthcare as they need it or are able.
I always ask how my therapist is doing in various aspects. I know her dad is still living in Puerto Rico so whenever anything happens in Puerto Rico like the hurricanes or the earthquake I always check on him and ask if he is ok; don't ask me why. Well I guess it's because she is the best therapist I've ever had and I'm genuinely worried. And now that I think about it one of my issues is overwhelming empathy, the kind that keeps me up at night so I guess it makes sense. 😂
Stephen: *is deeply afraid of telling stories that drag too long* Also Stephen: *interrupts his guest and uses remainder of airtime to tell a story about why he's afraid to tell long stories*
I love this. And that's the weird thing about working in a creative field and having a therapist. When I tell my stories to my therapist I feel like I must make it as cinematic and enjoyable as possible.
Stephen, you are A GREAT STORYTELLER! I always got that from the way you can make your jokes and say something without stealing the guest's spotlight. That's why you are my favourite host!
It takes a really strong therapist to handle someone wired to entertain. It's how we seek approval, validation, and also how we (try to) control the situation. I prepare for each session like it's a set. If I can keep them entertained I don't have to reveal or deal with the real shit. I have yet to find a therapist who is my equal and can keep me doing the thing I hate doing... focusing on me.
Stephen: I was a terrible story teller. I would put in *far too many details.* I would just *draaag* everything out *forever.* My brothers' and sisters' *eyes would roll in their head* and they just- *their tongues would lull out on the couch* waiting for the story to be over. And one day I heard my mother saying *behind the kitchen door* "listen to his stories."
That’s amazing... My wife is one of eleven children as well and it’s almost impossible to be heard in that family unless you’re yelling, and even then probably about half are ignoring you.
Before the quarantine it was a tiny company some businesses used for remote meetings when necessary. Not a ton of call for it then, hence no one heard of it. When it All Went Down, they were once of the few platforms that could successfully host multiple people in different locations at once. And it blew up.
I have no idea who John Mulaney (haven't ever seen anything he's done) is but I love to see him on Colbert. He's a delightful person in these interviews!
I could hear them talk about therapy and mental health for hours.
That makes two of us... Especially realizing how much I relate to them
I know! It’s really refreshing to see how we’re not all that different at this level of human experience..!
It seems like you can, at least listen to John, on his podcast :)
Yeah me too it's quite comforting
I could listen to them talk together about anything for hours.
You guys will never see this, but the way you talk so casually and normally about therapy means so much more than you know. Representation matters. Thank you.
yes!!!!!
Times sure have changed, huh?
D B Mental health & therapy never should have been stigmatized to begin with & the stigma will never be erased if people don’t discuss it openly.
Love how they are helping to normalize men getting therapy
I love it that some men are now openly talking about seeing a therapist. This opens doors to so many other men who are in crises and are wondering if they should try it. "When you wonder if I should go to therapy, that's when you should make an appointment" said a psychologist on the radio.
@MorbidManMusic Recent research shows that many men feel there's a stigma associated with going to therapy and needing help for their problems. According to the study, many feel that they should just deal with their problems on their own, which means men are less likely to go to therapy compared to women.
@MorbidManMusic It's still a tabu for most men to talk about it or even go to therapy because most fear it's a sign of weakness. I know men like that. And boy they do need therapy. But I'm glad to hear your opinion. Do you think it's also as easy for men to talk about their feelings as it is for women?Just interested about your opinion.
I was thinking the same thing. I love this normalizing therapy 👏🏻
MorbidManMusic Also it’s the very public platform of social media that spreads the word, even if the same number of men are talking about it.
People being more comfortable with the idea of therapy is a great thing.
"If you have a thought 'should I go to therapy' .....you should go to therapy" is a bit of a blanket idea though.
John's multiple interviews is the only positive of this quarantine
He's everywhere, and I'm all for it
@Tara Oakwell That's cuz the interviewers are very nice and don't let him know when he's said something before. If he feels he has to say it, he should!
@@MisterNohbdy well done 😆
it's like he's every talkshow host's favourite nephew
Here I present to you, two men who we are used to seeing in suits, not wearing suits... these truly are unprecedented times.
I was wondering why John looked off. XD
Colbert needs a haircut.
They can be casual at home.
It's not like they're on bridway.
SweetAngel8642 lol. Funny shit
Stolen comment
in his next interview John reveals his therapist was petunia this entire time
"The Gestapo threw my printing press into the river, but sure, tell me a story about some dream you had..."
Any great therapist ends every sentence with cocksucker.
can we talk about how two adult men casually discussing their funny therapy stories is SO amazing?! like without a second thought they are actively de-stigmatizing mental healthcare in men
3:30 - “I’m thriving” SENT ME
I'm so glad I click this comment. I totally missed it the first time!
There's a lot to react to in this video but I can't move past the deep envy I feel at someone seeing their therapist twice a week
Georgie lol same here
Riiiight? I was like... Holy shit Mulaney... You have the dough
Or excellent insurance and he can afford the copays.
@@abbycross90210 same diff.
I can't even afford to go once a week
I love how open these two are about seeing their therapists. It's so important for helping people see that therapy is normal, healthy and helpful.
Henceforth I shall begin all proclamations with a “I know this is kind of cliche me, but...”
Thing is clichés come about because there was at least a grain of truth.
Truly I say unto you..
SweetAngel8642 Love it
I’m just envisioning Stephen as a kid in front of his 10 siblings like “have you ever had a dream that you, um, you had, your, you, you could...” like that kid in the meme
this has such a different energy than the show. it feels so much more like a real conversation i love it
Who else was here because Stephens mom told them to listen to his story? ;P
She got to me.
Stephen and John are so Irish (American). I can feel this connection (and to my family).
Thank you John and Stephen for talking openly about getting help for mental health. It encourages others to get help and lets people like me know that we are not alone in our loneliness, that we don't need to feel ashamed for needing help.
Totally agree!
I agree. It's a very beautiful thing.
♥️
Honestly am transfixed by stephen’s new hairdo
I know, right? Last time it was Steven COlbert, today this! So unsettling.
LOL
It makes him look younger, altho retro.
I rise you by being mesmerized.
Not since one of the Doctor's on ER got a Farrah Fawcett "do" have I been more transfixed.
Wash your hair Stephen.
Watching these guys talk LITERALLY makes my face hurt from smiling. There is actual soreness but I can't stop
I would like to point out that in very important ways, you can never retell the exact same story, because you, yourself are different, and the listeners are different themselves. People notice different things over time as well. I noticed this when I was trying to get some culture in on a budget, and studied some of the classic novels of the 1800s, re-reading them repeatedly, surprisingly noticing different things in different readings. Sometimes reading multiple texts by the same author reveals things like common themes/tropes, which can give insight.
In particular with a therapist, they may be *extremely* interested in hearing the same story again, many months apart, because the things you emphasize may be different, and this could be significant. I know I change how I view past events over time, re-evaluating them, and straight up BSing to myself. I can't be the only one!
I LOVE that there is no studio audience laughter, this is making talk shows so much more enjoyable
Olivia Hopen AMEN!!! Me too ❤️ feels so much more real as well
I can’t believe Oh Hello didn’t count as a play
I'm starting a new podcast/show titled, " Between two Ficuses..." ;-P
It'll be in a large part because of having guests (celebrities) on stage each night.
They wouldn't class all that as "a play" since a big chunk of each performance is them talking to a real person and just riffing.
@callmecatalyst I watched Kid Gorgeous two days ago and I keep using that sentence whenever I can!
imagine how interesting it would be to be john’s therapist ,, you KNOW he’s throwing bits in there every session
Thank you two, for talking so openingly, honestly, and calmly about therapy. I've been talking to my therapist over the phone these past few weeks in quarentine, and it feels so alienating. Thank you for making me feel less alone for needing them still.
Also, John, as always, I relate to you so much. You are truly the voice of this generation. (Or at least the awkward, anxiety induced ones.) And I am really thriving on this, the fact that I have a perpetual excuse for not having to do something. It's so relaxing, which is awful, because people are dying and I will soon go broke.
John’s got a good alibi for the Princess Diana thing, being in Wisconsin and 12.
the fact that these two brilliant and hilarious men both see therapists and speak openly about it is so refreshing. bravo to both of you.
[John gleefully]: "I’m thriving!”
HARD SAME
Imagine being John or Stephen's therapist. The insight you'd get into why they are the way they are would be fascinating.
Have a family member that's a great comedian and you don't always want to know the crap the jokes are covering up.
@@janedoe6704 Yeah, that's kind of what I meant. I mean John is a former drug addict and alcoholic and Stephen lost 2 of his brothers and his Father in a plane crash straight off.
Megan Ripley I can't believe this tall child has ever been a drug addict
"i wish i had a pill to give you to wake you up" hits very different now
I bet even John was thinking that in the moment
I, too, am thriving in the "not being socially obligated to go anywhere" atmosphere. In fact, I almost don't want to go anywhere even more now, because I know when this is all over I'm never going to have this opportunity again. Also, It's so good to hear you guys talk about therapy so openly. We need to do that more. :)
“YOU LISTEN TO HIS STORIES!” 🤣 I love him even more, I was that kid too.
I think I've finally pinpointed what makes The Late Show at Home so wonderful-- everybody Stephen talks to seems so relaxed. They've forgotten they're on camera and that people will be watching, and instead they just chitchat and hangout. It's such a fascinating and relaxed look into so many different kinds of celebs who are all Stephens bffs. I love it. Thank you for continuing the show from home. Family PA- y'all are doing amazing.
We hope you’re healing ❤️
Does anyone else feel like they now empathize deeply with these two men on a level you never thought you'd get from a late night show?
Good for you for seeing a therapist John! No one is too strong to see a therapist
John Mulaney: sooo glad to see you wearing wired earphones instead of those stupid earpods that look like broken q-tips sticking out of people's ears.
Thank you Stephen Colbert and John Mulaney, for that heartfelt therapy session. I need that. Keep doing what you do so well. Entertaining all of us, and being therapeutic, fun and healthful at the same time. For keeping us grounded, and sane. Can't ask for more during this quarantine.
John! In his monochrome world 😊
Chrissie K I feel so connected to John because my apartment is a mix of grey colors haha
Nope ok@@estefimedinaj
I've never felt more seen than Colbert asking if John asks how his therapist is doing.
I love how Stephen describes telling stories. That is how I tell stories, I always call it, "taking the scenic route." I'll get to the point *eventually* 🤣
These two guys should have a podcast together theyre delightfully humble.I love your BIG MOUTH cartoon John!!!we love u
good lord i mean i know everyone has said this but jc hearing not even once but boooth of these amazing people talk about therapy so casually. its amazing. and that they're men and considerably high profile is even better. i just love that so much.
I adore this, Stephen's feeling with stories is so sweet
Delightful. Could listen to these two for hours. I like that they are both thinkers.
My trouble isn't not knowing whether I told a story before, it's that I tend to trail off in ellipses...
My Android
I think you are on the wrong thread bro.
@@myandroid6116 something tells me you struggle to fit in with groups of people. The trick is to work out what they're doing, really watch and listen, and if you want to join in, learn to play the game, rather than take their ball and run off. Hopefully that helps in your future interactions with human beings. Good luck!
Love your pic
crazy Android responses aside, that's an interesting anecdote. I have a similar one...
@@myandroid6116 you're not a leader at all. You're just crying for attention.
I know you’ve probably heard it a lot Stephen but thank you I will listen to your stories forever and that I’ve never met your mom I swear for years you have helped me breathe and laugh
My mom is a psychologist who is still meeting with patients over Zoom/FaceTime/ Skype/whatever they choose, and she couldn’t stop smiling this whole episode (and lovingly smacking me on the head because I was a little shit growing up.) There really is nothing you can say that will bore a good therapist, and they feel the monotony of quarantine just as well as you do.
5:00 - John doing his best impression of petunia the piglet gargoyle.
You’re welcome.
Stephen I love listening to ur stories and ur Mom didn't get to me.❤❤
I love these two talking together so much.
Can't handle how adorable these two grown men are. Can't wait for the books I hope they write!
"I put a lot of detain into my stories.", says the Tolkien fan/soon to be. Seriously, thank you gentlemen for being transparent about your mental healthcare. I hope this will inspire all watching to practice mental healthcare as they need it or are able.
Why would you bring up “maybe you’re therapist doesn’t like you” to an anxious person 😦!!
I always ask how my therapist is doing in various aspects. I know her dad is still living in Puerto Rico so whenever anything happens in Puerto Rico like the hurricanes or the earthquake I always check on him and ask if he is ok; don't ask me why. Well I guess it's because she is the best therapist I've ever had and I'm genuinely worried. And now that I think about it one of my issues is overwhelming empathy, the kind that keeps me up at night so I guess it makes sense. 😂
The quarantine duo we need 🥺
Stephen: *is deeply afraid of telling stories that drag too long*
Also Stephen: *interrupts his guest and uses remainder of airtime to tell a story about why he's afraid to tell long stories*
He needed to get it off his chest, I hope he talked about it with his therapist lol
I came to hear John Mulaney, I got an Elaine Stritch reference... I did not leave disappointed.
Thanks Stephen.
We love a man who keeps up with his mental health during a pandemic.
I admire and respect both of these men. I wish they were my neighbors.
I saw the title and was like “me too he ain’t special” 😂
Thank you Stephen Colbert for being there. Makes lock down bearable. Thank you God for Stephen Colbert.
I love this. And that's the weird thing about working in a creative field and having a therapist. When I tell my stories to my therapist I feel like I must make it as cinematic and enjoyable as possible.
One of the best interviews I have ever enjoyed. SC was on top his game and JM is immensely likeable.
I would love to talk to John Mulany like this. He seems so very approachable.
Stephen, you are A GREAT STORYTELLER! I always got that from the way you can make your jokes and say something without stealing the guest's spotlight. That's why you are my favourite host!
John is me in so many ways! I love watching his interviews. Also love SC!
It takes a really strong therapist to handle someone wired to entertain. It's how we seek approval, validation, and also how we (try to) control the situation. I prepare for each session like it's a set. If I can keep them entertained I don't have to reveal or deal with the real shit. I have yet to find a therapist who is my equal and can keep me doing the thing I hate doing... focusing on me.
This is my favorite interview.
Stephen: I was a terrible story teller. I would put in *far too many details.* I would just *draaag* everything out *forever.* My brothers' and sisters' *eyes would roll in their head* and they just- *their tongues would lull out on the couch* waiting for the story to be over. And one day I heard my mother saying *behind the kitchen door* "listen to his stories."
This interview was very warm and fun!
we're getting more John Mulaney content now in quarantine than ever
I didn’t know Stephen was in therapy...glad he shared that!
Thanks for modeling reaching out for help. 👍👍
i literally love these two people so so much
That’s amazing... My wife is one of eleven children as well and it’s almost impossible to be heard in that family unless you’re yelling, and even then probably about half are ignoring you.
You know what I can’t stand the most about this interview? The fact that John says he gets to see his therapist TWICE a week. I am so jealous.
Nice hair, Steve! Thanks for keeping the show running and keeping us in smiles.
John Mulaney is one of my favorite humans.
STEPHEN PLEASE GO ON THE P'DCAST
i'm only here cause stephens mom forced me
BUT IT MEANS SO MUCH TO HIM
Colbert loves Tolkien, there’s no wonder he goes into extreme detail during stories 😂
That's so funny because I always say Colbert's genius is that he is such an amazing story teller!!
At this point I'm convinced that Zoom started the Coronavirus pandemic as a marketing tool.
Fucking finally other people who wanna know what's going on with zoom. They're alllll pushing it.
My therapist and i used a quarter of our session bitching about it, then switched to a mobile call.
Where did Zoom even come from?
Everyone just started using it out of nowhere.
Before the quarantine it was a tiny company some businesses used for remote meetings when necessary. Not a ton of call for it then, hence no one heard of it. When it All Went Down, they were once of the few platforms that could successfully host multiple people in different locations at once. And it blew up.
Yeah,I don't get it, didn't plain old Skype have multiple video call?why is everybody using zoom
Stephen, you look so refreshed and happy! Home broadcasting has definitely given another slant to your work!
This show makes me so happy.
I have no idea who John Mulaney (haven't ever seen anything he's done) is but I love to see him on Colbert. He's a delightful person in these interviews!
Omg, I’m thriving too!!!!! Interesting to hear someone else say that.
I love the P’dcast
I love them together. Great conversations every time! ❤
We love listening to your stories Stephen!
Oh lord, this gives me hope: my oldest is a "grind you on the details" type. It is un-bearable! I guess I have to make everyone listen to her now...
Lovely men. Listening to them calms me down.
Watching this before my own therapy session about anxiety! Love this :)
So are we not going to talk about how John pronounces “apostrophe”?
You obviously rock and You guys are so damn funny together I hope he comes back on the show one day
I SO relate to Stephen being nervous that he's told his therapist a story before 🙈
YES! We’re thriving!!
Stephen Colbert is sporting the "Dad-Skrillex haircut".
when stephen was talking about how he just drags out stories i was like wow im not alone
These two play so well off of each other😍
And here you are, a great talk show host!