183 Ben Morrison - Navigating Difficult Conversations with Comedy
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Ben Morrison describes himself as a\\xa0comedian, writer, actor, and director. But he is so much more than that.\\xa0 He\'s also an internationally celebrated (by few) photographer of sheep and the self-proclaimed Michael Phelps of poop jokes.\\xa0 Most importantly, he is a hilariously\\xa0outspoken advocate for Crohn\'s Disease education and a dear friend of Mark.
While most comedians decided to pull back on their craft just after 9/11, Ben decided to double down and use it as a method of healing his own emotional wounds as well as his audience\'s.\\xa0 His courage to write material on difficult subjects has helped many cope with their own stigmas, especially around Crohn\'s Disease (something Ben has had since his youth).\\xa0 Tune in to see for yourself\\xa0how Ben\'s incredible example shows us how to laugh in the face of adversity and help others find their\\xa0laughter along the way as well.
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Connect with Ben:\\xa0Instagram\\xa0|\\xa0Twitter |\\xa0BenTheMorrison.com
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Show Notes:
-How 9/11 affected the comedy scene.
-Ben\'s personal thesis on comedy as a vehicle for healing.
-Why Ben fell in love with the lifestyle of a comedian.
-How Ben uses comedy to talk about difficult subjects, like Crohn\'s Disease and colonoscopies.
-Ben\'s daily routine to keep himself sane.
-When it\'s most difficult to be authentic.
-The craziest prank Ben has ever played on someone.
-How Ben deals with criticism from his audience and other comedians.
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Links mentioned:
Superfunny.show
AComediansGuideToCrohns.com
Sex With Emily Podcast
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