Conversations Against Living Miserably

Conversations Against Living Miserably

By Dave

Conversations against living miserably is a podcast created by Dave and CALM, the campaign against living miserably. Every week our hosts Aaron Gillies and Lauren Pattison talk to a different guest about how they live their day to day lives without misery. It's funnier than it sounds we promise.

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Episodes

42. Jen Brister

In the last of our specials for World Mental Health Day, comedian, writer and actor Jen Brister joins Aaron and Lauren. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/10/2028m 9s

41. Riyadh Khalaf

Broadcaster, Author and Activist Riyadh Khalaf joins Aaron and Lauren in another special episode to support World Mental Health Day Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/10/2036m 5s

40. Jessica Fostekew

In a new episode to support World Mental Health Day, stand up comedian and actor Jessica Fostekew chats with Lauren and Aaron Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/10/2036m 8s

39. Kiri Pritchard-McLean

The multi award winning comedian Kiri Pritchard-McLean joins Aaron and Lauren for a new episode to support World Mental Health Day specials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/10/2035m 56s

38. Brett Goldstein

To support World Mental Health Day we are releasing five new episodes! In episode 38 Actor, comedian and podcast host extraordinaire Brett Goldstein Joins Lauren and Aaron. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/10/2026m 53s

37. Self-isolation episode 3: The Revenge

Just Lauren and Aaron this week as they go through tips and tricks submitted by listeners to help our brains during all this weirdness. This episode was recorded remotely, so we are both terribly sorry about the sound quality not being perfect. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/05/2040m 28s

36. Self-isolation Special (Part 2)

Previous guests from the podcast return to give their advice and stories for those of us self isolating in this weird time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/03/201h 3m

35. Self-isolation Special

A special episode where ten previous guests give their tips and takes on self isolation after all the current events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/03/2052m 29s

34. Tony Law

Tony Law joins Aaron and Lauren to talk addiction, recovery and regaining your sense of self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/03/2047m 48s

33. Alfie Brown

Comedian Aflie Brown is this week's guest to talk career goals, parenthood and social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/02/2033m 45s

32. Sophie Duker

Lauren and Aaron are joined by stand up comedian Sophie Duker to discuss stress, making time for yourself and potato waffles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05/02/2026m 45s

31. Larry Dean

Stand up comedian Larry Dean joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss languages, paranoia and dating, amongst other things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/01/2035m 13s

30. Steen Raskopoulos

Comedian and Actor Steen Raskopoulos joins Aaron and Lauren to talk about expectations, the power of talking and why feelings can actually be a good thing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/01/2027m 31s

29. Bryony Kimmings

Performance artist, writer and comedian Bryony Kimmings talks to Aaron and Lauren about sharing experiences, motherhood and onion vinegar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08/01/2043m 42s

28. Sarah Keyworth

Stand up comedian Sarah Keyworth joins Aaron and Lauren to talk relationships, honesty and worrying about everything. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/12/1926m 9s

27. Eshaan Akbar

Comedian Eshaan Akbar joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss anxiety, templates for life and the futility of existence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/12/1934m 25s

26. Catherine Bohart

Comedian Catherine Bohart joins us to talk OCD, perfectionism and toilets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/11/1944m 7s

25. Paul Sinha

Comedian and professional quizzer is this week's guest as we discuss addiction, loneliness and recovery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/11/1937m 44s

24. Juliette Burton

Comedian and Actress Juliette Burton talks to Aaron and Lauren about inspiration, trends and looking at dogs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/11/1938m 26s

23. Rose Matafeo

Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner Rose Matafeo joins Aaron and Lauren to talk spicy depression, openness and escape rooms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/10/1932m 17s

22. Maisie Adam

Stand up comedian Maisie Adam joins Lauren and Aaron to talk asking for help, understanding and the fine art of tidying up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22/10/1939m 24s

21. Dane Baptiste

Comedian Dane Baptiste joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss social media, equality and using comedy to spark new conversations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15/10/1952m 46s

20. Jayde Adams and Rich Wilson

Series 2 kicks off with comedians Jayde Adams and Rich Wilson talking relationships, counselling and buffy the vampire slayer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/10/1948m 24s

19: Jamie Demetriou

Jamie Demetriou joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss anxiety, wheelbarrows and fake knees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/09/1926m 41s

18: Stu Goldsmith

Stu Goldsmith joins Lauren and Aaron to talk parenthood, displacement and Red Dwarf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
03/09/1941m 0s

17: David Mumeni

This week Aaron and Lauren speak to actor and founder of Open Door David Mumeni about confidence, the challenges young people face and museums. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/08/1936m 40s

16: John Robins

Comedian John Robins joins Lauren and Aaron to discuss anxiety, support networks and terribly poetry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20/08/1937m 44s

15: Jenny Eclair

Jenny Eclair joins Lauren and Aaron to discuss the idea of being carefree, family and escapism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13/08/1939m 5s

14: Richard Gadd

Richard Gadd joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss life after trauma, coping mechanisms and monkey memorabilia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06/08/1934m 13s

13. Jess Robinson

Comedian, actress and impressionist Jess Robinson talks to Lauren and Aaron about loneliness, depression soundtracks and Liza Minelli. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30/07/1939m 57s

12: Matt Richardson

Matt Richardson is this week's guest as he talks recovery, the reality of living with OCD and normality with our hosts Lauren and Aaron. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23/07/1935m 1s

11: Daniella Isaacs

Daniella Isaacs joins Lauren and Aaron to discuss wellness, our ideas of perfection and blenders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16/07/1940m 41s

10: Ahir Shah

Ahir Shah joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss being honest on stage, weird side effects of medication and getting beaten with leaves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/07/1932m 55s

9: Elf Lyons

Elf Lyons joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss friendship, support networks, horror movies and guinea pigs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/07/1935m 5s

8: Pippa Evans

Lauren and Aaron are joined by comedian Pippa Evans to talk about uncertainty, how life doesn't go the way we'd expect and the power of improvising. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/06/1938m 33s

7: Jack Rooke

Jack Rooke joins Aaron and Lauren to discuss mental health campaigning, how the conversations around mental health have changed and terrible therapy experiences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/06/1938m 2s

6: Cariad Lloyd

This week Aaron and Lauren speak to Griefcast creator and comedian Cariad Lloyd, discussing topics such as grief, anxiety and dipping your toes in the ocean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/06/1940m 24s

5: Darren Harriott

Lauren and Aaron chat with stand up comedian Darren Harriott about life on the comedy circuit, distractions, eye contact and gym posters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28/05/1937m 17s

4: Lou Sanders

This week's guest is Lou Sanders. In this episode we talk about social media, meditation and where our anxieties comes from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21/05/1936m 57s

3: Laura Lexx

Aaron and Lauren speak to stand up comedian Laura Lexx about relationships, worst case scenarios and allotments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14/05/1935m 21s

2: Elis James

Aaron and Lauren talk to stand up comedian and presenter Elis James about masculinity, imposter syndrome and cross country runs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/05/1936m 37s

1: Zoe Lyons

In this episode Aaron and Lauren speak to award winning stand up comedian Zoe Lyons about appreciating the small things in life, competitive comparability and looking at trees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01/05/1937m 3s
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