Shrink This! with Lisa Lampanelli
Lisa Lampanelli is back… and she’s got opinions. Comedy's former Queen of Mean may not be a licensed therapist, but that’s never stopped her from dishing out advice. So, after years of roasting celebs (and herself), the retired insult comic has decided it's time for her to help you shrink your problems, roast your bad decisions, and help you get your act together. Each week, Lisa and her unpaid sidekick comedian Nick Scopoletti read letters from real people with real issues—mental health, body image, friendship, family, and why you’re still texting that loser. Every episode of "Shrink This!" is full of unfiltered wisdom, inappropriate jokes, a whole lotta heart, and ZERO B.S. Just when you thought counseling and straight talk had to be 100% serious, turns out it doesn't!
Episodes
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.
In this mini-episode, Lisa, Nick, and Celia unpack the difference between joking about your pain and hiding inside it. When self-deprecation turns into self-destruction, and humor becomes a shield instead of a tool, it might be time to pause the punchlines. A sharp, honest look at when comedy heals—and when it just keeps the wound open.
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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...
In this mini-episode of the pod, Lisa, Nick, and Celia revisit traditions from frat-boy ski trips to Blackout Wednesdays to all the guys and gals who refuse to grow up. They talk sober friends, gluten-free buzzkills, and Celia’s nosey therapist, and Lisa proves that, if your traditions never evolve, maybe you’re the problem.
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In this mini-episode of the pod, Lisa, Nick, and Celia unpack why buying sweaters, degrees, and denim skirts won’t fill the void inside you. From Instagram impulse buys to Harvard egos, the gang proves you can’t fill a God-shaped hole with overnight shipping.
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In this mini-episode of the pod, Lisa, Nick, and Celia tackle the wild world of delusion and misplaced ambition — from open-mic disasters to “I’m-gonna-make-it” maniacs. Lisa lays down the truth: passion’s great, but sometimes the dream needs to take a nap.
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In this mini-episode of the pod, Lisa, Nick, and Celia tackle the world’s hardest skill: taking a compliment. From fake humility to “I try” syndrome, Lisa shows everyone how to stop ruining nice moments and just say thanks!
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In this mini-episode of the pod, Lisa, Nick, and Skinny Celia dive into one woman's obsession with meatloaf and Lisa and Nick's obsession with Meat Loaf. Listen to hear a hobby become a cry for help.
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In this mini-episode, Lisa and her special guest, Broadway’s Chris O’Neill, unpack the fine art of adult apologies: when to make them, when to fake them, and when to just move on. From birthday drama to friendship guilt, Lisa proves that “sorry” isn’t weakness — it’s survival.
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In this tiny episode to tide you over until season 2, Lisa and her special guest, Broadway’s Chris O’Neill, get real as they unpack why moving, quitting, or “starting fresh” won’t fix your inner crap. Turns out, your baggage doesn’t need a plane ticket — it travels with you.
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Season 1 may be over, but you can’t get rid of Lisa Lampanelli that easily. She’s back with “Teeny Meanies,” quick hits of unfiltered advice where she tackles the letters she ignored last season. In this one, she and her special guest, Broadway’s Chris O’Neill, answer a mom who just wants phone time and a husband who just wants attention.
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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 ...
In this episode of “Shrink This!,”Lisa and Nick tackle the messy line between venting, complaining, and dialing an emotional 911 every time life goes sideways. From friends who drain you dry to the guilt of feeling like a “burden,” they break down when it’s okay to call for backup — and when you need to put on your big-kid pants and self-soothe. With brutal honesty, biting humor, and a few too-re...
In this “girls only” episode, Lisa welcomes her friend-in-the-making — journalist and friendship expert Anna Goldfarb, author of “Modern Friendship: How to Nurture Our Most Valued Connections.” The Nick-less duo talk everything friendship, from why “best friend” isn’t a lifetime guarantee, to the awkward art of setting boundaries. In this sharp, insightful, and very real conversation,...
In this episode of “Shrink This!,”Lisa and Nick tackle the fantasy of the one perfect best friend. From awkward “my husband is my BFF” declarations to the cringe of codependent friendships, they unpack why expecting one person to be your everything is a fast track to disappointment. With sharp humor and some brutally honest self-reflection, they explore what it really takes to build friendships that work&mda...
In this episode of “Shrink This,”Lisa and Nick dive into the emotional rollercoaster of traditions. From navigating the burdens of upholding holiday rituals to the freedom of creating your own way, the duo breaks down the messy, funny, and sometimes painful reality of letting go of what no longer fits. Tune in for laughs, insights, and a healthy dose of reflection on the power of growth and the importance of making your...
In this episode, Lisa and Nick tackle our obsession with chasing achievement, accolades, and STUFF. From running marathons to obsessively collecting Funko Pops and Labubus, they talk about the uncomfortable truth that it'll never be enough, and explore the emotional voids we're desperately trying to fill. Buckle up for a no-holds-barred conversation on why we're all running after something--anything--to avoid facing the real issue:...
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