Should you get divorced? | "Is This Thing On?" (2025)

About this episode

This episode discusses the themes of divorce and emotional expression in adult relationships through the lens of Bradley Cooper's dramedy, Is This Thing On?.

Following recent discussions about the art of articulating feelings and emotions in adult relationships, this week's episode centres on Bradley Cooper's recent dramedy, Is This Thing On?, in contemplating the symbolic qualities of stand-up comedy and divorce. Contact us via email at [email protected]

People in this episode

Host: Jimmy Bernasconi

Topics covered

• divorce
• stand-up comedy
• adult relationships
• articulating feelings
• dramedy

Keywords

• divorce
• Bradley Cooper
• Is This Thing On?
• stand-up comedy
• adult relationships
• emotions
• dramedy

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Is This Thing On?

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