Social Anxiety Variety Hour

Ever been uncomfortable at a party or, you know, anywhere other humans go? This show is for you! Author, comedian & actor Sara Benincasa and guests work through sublime, ridiculous, silly, funny and poignant tales of dealing with the fear of being around other humans.

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Update frequency: every 6 days
Average duration: 54 minutes
Episodes: 83
Years Active: 2020 - 2023

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Are You a Perfectionist?

Sara talks about perfectionism getting in the way of doing the stuff you love to do! Plus, some stuff about living in a haunted house filled with paint-by-numbers paintings. Also, things about artist…

00:33:50 | Sun 27 Aug 2023

Caffeine & Chaos with Sabrina Cognata

Sara talks drugs, sobriety, anxiety and partying with artist, producer, and woman of business Sabrina Cognata, and blows out the mic multiple times in the process, but whatever, you'll love it. Suppo…

01:36:50 | Wed 28 Jun 2023

It's Okay To Not Be "Cured" Yet

This episode is about the joy of lifelong learning and also: Redwood trees! Why it's okay to not be "over" your mental health issues yet, or ever! Something about soccer! Encouragement! Support this …

00:37:51 | Fri 23 Jun 2023

Welcome to Social Anxiety Variety Hour!

00:34:15 | Wed 14 Jun 2023

Meditation and Real Life

The final episode of Well, This Isn't Normal before the relaunch as Social Anxiety Variety Hour. An introduction to meditation & its benefits, including a brief meditation exercise. Support this podc…

00:47:47 | Sun 12 Feb 2023

Anger and the Sacred Pause

Sara discusses anger and "How to Fight" by Thich Nhat Hanh. Support this podcast at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa.

00:44:42 | Sun 27 Nov 2022

Breathwork for Recovery with Nathaniel Hodder-Shipp

Sara talks about going through a rough patch emotionally, and how Breathwork for Recovery with Nathaniel Hodder-Shipp has helped. She also interviews Nathaniel to learn more. Get 70% off the Breathwo…

01:09:41 | Fri 09 Sep 2022

Joyful Work and Montaigne

Sara learns how Michel de Montaigne (1533-1592) got himself out of post-retirement depression, and how we all can benefit from joyful work. A little breathing exercise is also included. Thanks to pat…

00:34:26 | Sat 06 Aug 2022

WTF Is A Vacation?

Sara tries to figure out how to go on vacation, talks about why you shouldn't ask strangers when they're gonna start an Only Fans, and offers some ideas on how to relax. Support this podcast at Patre…

00:30:38 | Sat 30 Jul 2022

To Live and Grieve in America

00:16:49 | Tue 31 May 2022

How Do You Do Your Day?

How do you go about your day? Where do work, art, rest, family, and other elements come into play? We do some relaxing breathwork, consider social media and its role in one's daily schedule, and get …

00:42:52 | Fri 20 May 2022

Pandemic Friendships: Heartbreak & Happiness

Have you gone through a friendship breakup? Have you met an amazing new friend in the past few years? Are you in the mood to relax and do some breathwork? Do you just want to hear a random writer act…

01:08:15 | Mon 25 Apr 2022

Relaxation in Winter & Beyond

Ways to pamper and soothe yourself: meditation, candles, houseplants, floral arrangements, writing, skincare with bizarre French names, body oil from the Blue Ridge Mountains of Buncombe County, Nort…

00:33:57 | Mon 07 Feb 2022

Make Some Tiny Goals!

In lieu of resolutions, Sara offers two simple methods for getting stuff done: a weekly chore chart, and a list of ten small, achievable goals for the year. You can support this podcast at Patreon.co…

00:36:50 | Thu 06 Jan 2022

Healing Our Anxiety & Agoraphobia

Sara answers a message from a listener whose spouse is suffering from agoraphobia due to fears around COVID-19 and gun violence. This episode includes resources for mental health assistance, and it t…

01:04:08 | Wed 22 Dec 2021

Minisode: Social Anxiety & Parties

In this short episode, Sara talks about getting anxious about parties, and not beating yourself up for it. Thank you to all Patreon supporters at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa.

00:24:08 | Sat 30 Oct 2021

Halloween & OnlyFans with Gia Cognata, P.I.

Model, video creator, makeup artist and private investigator Gia Cognata, Sara's probable biological cousin, joins the program to talk about a new income stream she's created during the pandemic. The…

01:36:38 | Sat 23 Oct 2021

Astrology, Cats & Curls with Jessica Lanyadoo

Sara talks to the stylish & saucy Jessica Lanyadoo, who is an astrologer, animal communicator, host of GHOST OF A PODCAST, and author. Jessica is funny, thoughtful, hardworking, and compelling. She's…

01:18:02 | Sun 10 Oct 2021

Book Report: LEONARDO DA VINCI Part 1

In our inaugural BOOK REPORT episode, Sara loses her mind over the wonderful LEONARDO DA VINCI by Walter Isaacson, narrated by Alfred Molina. Based on this bonkers Twitter thread, Sara breaks down he…

00:34:23 | Mon 04 Oct 2021

Audio Essay: These Were Our Years

Sara reads a recent essay and talks about some mental health resources. Thanks to subscribers at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa.

00:22:08 | Thu 19 Aug 2021

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