Secondhand Therapy
Join Lou Paoletti and Michael Malone as they embark on a humorous journey of self-discovery while unpacking their weekly therapy sessions. From navigating grief and anxiety to embracing ADHD quirks, Secondhand Therapy is a funny, heartfelt podcast that brings laughter and meaning to life’s toughest challenges. Merch available at http://secondhandtherapypod.com Full video episodes on YouTube! http://youtube.com/@secondhandtherapypod Follow us on TikTok: @secondhandtherapypod Follow us on Instagram: @secondhandtherapypod Contact us: secondhandtherapypod@gmail.com
Episodes
![Episode 013: Permission](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/16872134/Untitled_design_3_b1ua5_300x300.png)
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Episode 013: Permission
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Michael ponders his struggle with anxiety and control before unpacking how he protects his partners from his flaws in relationships. Lou and Michael discuss monogamy and the idea of legacies. Lou talks about his recent thoughts regarding having kids before taking you through an anxiety-filled exercise from his recent therapy session.
![Episode 012: Mixed Nuts](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/16872134/Untitled_design_3_b1ua5_300x300.png)
Monday Oct 16, 2023
Episode 012: Mixed Nuts
Monday Oct 16, 2023
Monday Oct 16, 2023
Lou recaps the final session with his current therapist before he moves on with a new therapist. Michael and Lou ponder what “normal” life looks like before contemplating the differences between men and women. Michael opens up about his experience with losing interest in past relationships. Lou and Michael debate what the majority or romantic relationships look like.
![Episode 011: Big Shutdown](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/16872134/Untitled_design_3_b1ua5_300x300.png)
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Episode 011: Big Shutdown
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Lou didn’t have therapy this week and Lou really needed therapy this week. Lou talks about how a small crush led him into his feelings of the past. Lou and Michael discuss the stresses of moving and difficulties of finding a place to live in Los Angeles. Michael talks about uncovering an old journal and the entries sending him into reflection about his past.
![Episode 010: We’re Fighting](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/16872134/Untitled_design_3_b1ua5_300x300.png)
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Episode 010: We’re Fighting
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Lou is in a mood and we never really find out why. Lou talks about his recent day at Disneyland. Michael and Lou talk about the viral 75 Hard Challenge and Michael’s take on his own version before discussing the likelihood of implementing permanent change. Lou talks about his new revelation from therapy that there are no good or bad decisions. Finally, Michael has had enough and the boys fight.
![Episode 009: Lot’s Full](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/16872134/Untitled_design_3_b1ua5_300x300.png)
Monday Sep 18, 2023
Episode 009: Lot’s Full
Monday Sep 18, 2023
Monday Sep 18, 2023
Michael and Lou discuss some negative feedback they received about the podcast before they get into Michael’s addiction to inner conflict. Lou hates being late and discusses his recent hypocrisy-filled rage situation. Lou discovered he needs to find a new therapist. Thanks for listening.
![Episode 008: Grief (Part 1)](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/16872134/Untitled_design_3_b1ua5_300x300.png)
Monday Sep 11, 2023
Episode 008: Grief (Part 1)
Monday Sep 11, 2023
Monday Sep 11, 2023
We couldn’t avoid it any longer. We’re talking about grief this week.
![Episode 007: Big Mad](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/16872134/Untitled_design_3_b1ua5_300x300.png)
Monday Sep 04, 2023
Episode 007: Big Mad
Monday Sep 04, 2023
Monday Sep 04, 2023
Lou is not hoeing. Michael has been throwing anger tantrums; Lou talks about mindfulness helping him overcome his past anger before they debate healing your inner child versus living in the past. Lou and Michael dip their toes into discussing grief.
![Episode 006: Ethical Ho](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/16872134/Untitled_design_3_b1ua5_300x300.png)
Monday Aug 28, 2023
Episode 006: Ethical Ho
Monday Aug 28, 2023
Monday Aug 28, 2023
Lou talks about never having had his “ho era” and his recent desire to start hoeing. Lou details a recent experience he had in the ho world. Lou and Michael discuss societal norms and the ideas of monogamy and marriage.