Episode
Having a Laugh with Michael McIntyre
27:52
Published: Tue May 18 2021
Description
In high stress times it helps to laugh, which is why I called Michael McIntyre, one of the most successful comedians in the world. And that’s what we did…we laughed. This is… A Bit of Optimism.YouTube: http://youtube.com/simonsinekFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/simonsinekLinkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/simonsinek/Instagram: https://instagram.com/simonsinek/Twitter: https://twitter.com/simonsinekPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/officialsimonsinek/
Chapters
In this episode, the speaker talks about how force quitting applications on her computer helped her deal with stress and provides examples of what applications she forced quit.
00:00 - 01:41 (01:41)
Summary
In this episode, the speaker talks about how force quitting applications on her computer helped her deal with stress and provides examples of what applications she forced quit.
EpisodeHaving a Laugh with Michael McIntyre
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
Comedians played a vital role during the pandemic by creating funny videos and memes that people forward to each other to keep us laughing amidst the crisis.
01:41 - 05:56 (04:14)
Summary
Comedians played a vital role during the pandemic by creating funny videos and memes that people forward to each other to keep us laughing amidst the crisis. They helped us cope with the uncertainties of the pandemic and connect with one another.
EpisodeHaving a Laugh with Michael McIntyre
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The podcast touches upon the idea of shopping and cleaning paranoia in which people tend to overbuy cleaning equipment and are worried about the future of society being divided based on brands of commodities.
05:56 - 09:51 (03:55)
Summary
The podcast touches upon the idea of shopping and cleaning paranoia in which people tend to overbuy cleaning equipment and are worried about the future of society being divided based on brands of commodities.
EpisodeHaving a Laugh with Michael McIntyre
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
Catherine Cohen talks about her love for improv and word games, describing her process for creating questions and answers for herself to keep her mind sharp.
09:51 - 13:27 (03:36)
Summary
Catherine Cohen talks about her love for improv and word games, describing her process for creating questions and answers for herself to keep her mind sharp.
EpisodeHaving a Laugh with Michael McIntyre
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The idea of Disneyland as a place of escapism created by Walt Disney is discussed, with the speaker stressing on how people expect good things from it and count the days with excitement to go there, making it a place to escape depression and sadness.
13:27 - 17:34 (04:06)
Summary
The idea of Disneyland as a place of escapism created by Walt Disney is discussed, with the speaker stressing on how people expect good things from it and count the days with excitement to go there, making it a place to escape depression and sadness.
EpisodeHaving a Laugh with Michael McIntyre
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
Comedian Tom Papa discusses the potential future of stand-up comedy in a socially distant world while reflecting on the importance of audience interaction in a successful comedy show.
17:34 - 23:13 (05:39)
Summary
Comedian Tom Papa discusses the potential future of stand-up comedy in a socially distant world while reflecting on the importance of audience interaction in a successful comedy show.
EpisodeHaving a Laugh with Michael McIntyre
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
Despite the current period of stress and uncertainty, there is momentum for police reform and increased focus on race relations in the US and globally.
23:13 - 26:37 (03:24)
Summary
Despite the current period of stress and uncertainty, there is momentum for police reform and increased focus on race relations in the US and globally. This presents a valuable opportunity for reflection and positive change.
EpisodeHaving a Laugh with Michael McIntyre
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
In this podcast episode, the interviewee discusses shifts in social dynamics and the effects of the pandemic on society's empathy.
26:37 - 27:46 (01:08)
Summary
In this podcast episode, the interviewee discusses shifts in social dynamics and the effects of the pandemic on society's empathy.