Shrink This! with Lisa Lampanelli

In this episode of “Shrink This!,” Lisa takes a blowtorch to resentment and asks the uncomfortable question no one wants to answer: what are you still mad about—and why? Joined by Nick and video producer Stephanie, Lisa unpacks why clinging to grudges, scorekeeping, and “I’m fine” energy can quietly poison your relationships (and your own nervous system). From journaling burn lists and dead ex‑bo...

In this episode of “Shrink This,” Lisa drags the Enneagram out of BuzzFeed hell and back into its rightful place: at the top of the list of the most helpful tools for self-awareness. Joined by Nick and a surprise producer swap, she breaks down what your “type” actually means—and why using it as an excuse to be unbearable is a cop-out. Discussing every type from  flaky 7s to bossy 8s and conflict-a...

In this episode, Lisa sits down with Broadway performer and fellow chaos gremlin Chris O’Neill to talk about what happens when the loud, funny guy finally walks into therapy—and immediately starts crying. They unpack ADHD, people-pleasing, control issues, and why being “the fun one” is often just a coping mechanism in a clown nose and floppy shoes. From emotional dumps to re-parenting your inner child, this ...

It’s finally here! After months of waiting, the trio is together again, and “Shrink This” is back for Season 2! Celia returns with an update after last season’s “Fixing Celia” cliffhanger, Nick remains proudly unfixable, and Lisa spirals over discovering her future gravestone is way bigger than she anticipated — which somehow becomes a surprisingly emotional lesson about shame.
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In this holiday Teeny Meanie, Lisa, Nick, and Celia give listeners permission to stop forcing joy, togetherness, and overcommitment just because it’s December. From skipping plans to ignoring guilt and doing only what actually feels good, the crew reminds you that rest counts, boundaries matter, and forced merriment helps no one. A messy, honest send-off before the show takes a well-earned holiday break.

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In this mini-episode, Lisa, Nick, and Celia revisit the eternal question: Should you call a friend, or should you try to calm the f* down first? From having panic attacks in Verizon stores to rage-recording voice memos, the gang talks about self-soothing BEFORE you become someone else’s problem. The trio chats about codependency, coping skills, and the occasional tree-touching — all delivered with Lisa’s trademark...

In this mini-episode of the pod, Lisa, Nick, and Celia break down why the whole “who’s my best friend?” panic is just insecurity in a wig - or in Nick’s case, a toupee! From rotating BFFs daily to worrying a meme means “OMG, she thinks we’re soulmates,” the crew digs into why grown adults cling to labels instead of connection. If you’re treating friendship like The Bachelor, maybe the...

On the Season Finale of “Shrink This,” Lisa and Nick earn their upcoming hiatus when they attempt to help their long-suffering producer, Celia. From health anxiety and 911 spirals to roommate blowups, Celia has been through it, baby, and our microphone superheroes try to help her through her latest trials and tribulations. Expect ruthless honesty, coaching she’ll definitely ignore, and talk of bras and brain scans...

In this episode of “Shrink This!,”Lisa and Nick go head-to-head with their favorite poison: resentment. From VIP tables that leave you broke to grandma duty that leaves you broken, nothing builds bitterness faster than biting your tongue. The crew breaks down why swallowing your anger just makes you fatter, sadder, and drunker—and why saying the thing — out loud, now, before you explode — is the only w...

In this bodily-function-heavy episode, Lisa and Nick dive into the art of shutting the hell up when things get serious. From cemetery creepers and scary run-ins to the tragic comedy of people who can’t “leave a tender moment alone” (we’re lookin’ at you, Nick!), the duo unpack why deflecting with humor feels safer than actually sitting in the feels. Expect plenty of raw stories, trademark honesty, and ...