Anna Akana

Comedian, social media sensation, and bestselling author Anna Akana joins me this week as she discusses her journey from dealing with the tragic loss of her sister to suicide to becoming a comedian where she found solace in making others laugh. We dive deep into the challenges of dating in LA, dealing with grief, the quirks of menstrual products, and the importance of allowing yourself to be bad at something before you get good. Plus, you'll laugh at some truly unexpected places, like when we discuss leaving a menstrual disc in for three months (yes, really). It's about turning your pain into your power and remembering to enjoy the process—even when life’s a bit of a mess. Follow Anna Kai: https://www.instagram.com/maybeboth/ https://www.tiktok.com/@maybeboth https://www.youtube.com/@maybeboth Follow Anna Akana: https://www.instagram.com/annaakana https://www.youtube.com/user/AnnaAkana https://www.tiktok.com/@annaakana Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a new episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster welcomes comedians Anna Akana, Alex Moffat, and Justine Marino to discuss their most iconic dating fiascos. Anna sifts through Sasquatches but finds one’s been hunting her, Alex’s Olive Garden hookup goes awry when someone asks to speak to the manager, and Justine has to admit she’s not the one to have around in an emergency. If you’ve had a bad date you’d like to tell us about, our number is 984-265-3283, and our email is baddatespod@gmail.com , we can’t wait to hear all about it! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for video clips. Joel Kim Booster: Psychosexual , Fire Island , Loot Season 2 Anna Akana: @annaakana on socials, tour dates HERE Alex Moffat: @moffatpics on Insta, Bad Monkey on Apple TV+, Big Gay Jamboree Justine Marino: @justinemachine1 on Insta, Glitter & Garbage podcast Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Bad Dates ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(TW // Self-harm; skip 30:42 - 38:23 to avoid) Anna Akana is an amazing actor, comedian, and veteran content creator who has been making you laugh on YouTube since 2011, but today she’s hopping on the podcast to make you NUT!!! From the backstage of our theater at the Fringe Festival, we discuss losing your gay virginity to YouTubers, struggling with bisexuality, mental health, and how masc lesbians may only be pulling due to supply and demand. Ashley is planning her proposal to Jen. Anna is flirting with her. You can follow Anna on IG, Twitter, and Tik Tok: https://www.instagram.com/annaakana/ https://x.com/AnnaAkana https://www.tiktok.com/@annaakana And you get get tickets to her live show, “It Gets Darker,” now: https://annaakana.com/shows SUPPORT OUR PODCAST: Bonus Content: https://www.patreon.com/WHGS Merch: https://shop.merchcentral.com/collections/ashley-gavin Watch on this YouTube: https://youtu.be/kYtmJT815mQ FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashgavs/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ashgavs Twitter: https://twitter.com/ashgavs Tour Dates & Newsletter: https://www.ashleygavin.com/#dates EDITED BY SWETSHOP: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swetshop.tv/ ______________________________________________ SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: HELIX: Get 25% OFF + two FREE pillows at https://helixsleep.com/gaysex Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this powerful episode of the Making It Happen with Henry Ammar podcast, we sit down with the inspiring Anna Akana—actress, comedian, and filmmaker—who shares her journey from tragedy to triumph. Anna opens up about how the loss of her sister became the catalyst for her creative explosion and self-discovery. Not only is this a truly raw, vulnerable discussion on how the deepest levels of pain affect us, Anna shares the real turning point in her life. We dive deep into the battle with self-sabotage, the healing power of self-awareness, and the transformative practices that helped her rise from despair to become a voice of empowerment. We discussed: The hidden signs of self-sabotage How to overcome patterns of sabotage Why creativity is a superpower Transforming emotional pain into strength & success The problem with (unresolved) negative emotions Anna's biggest turning point in life Enjoy this episode! ---------------------- Follow Anna Akana on Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube Follow Henry Ammar on Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Moving from place to place throughout her childhood was difficult on Anna Akana, but it was growing up alongside the internet that really changed her life. Anna tells Marc how her career as a comedian and actor got going when she turned to YouTube after dealing with the lack of Asian representation in traditional media. Anna also explains how she became a mental health advocate due to her sister’s tragic death and why she decided to go back to comedy as a way to explore sensitive issues. Content warning: This conversation contains discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know are struggling and need support, call 988 from any phone to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Sign up here for WTF+ to get the full show archives and weekly bonus material! https://plus.acast.com/s/wtf-with-marc-maron-podcast . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Moving from place to place throughout her childhood was difficult on Anna Akana, but it was growing up alongside the internet that really changed her life. Anna tells Marc how her career as a comedian and actor got going when she turned to YouTube after dealing with the lack of Asian representation in traditional media. Anna also explains how she became a mental health advocate due to her sister’s tragic death and why she decided to go back to comedy as a way to explore sensitive issues. Content warning: This conversation contains discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know are struggling and need support, call 988 from any phone to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Sign up here for WTF+ to get the full show archives and weekly bonus material! https://plus.acast.com/s/wtf-with-marc-maron-podcast . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we are out here with special guest Anna Akana discussing topics like; touring life with Anna and Jen, solo traveling for the ladies , drowning out the internet trolls, Japan travels, the 4B movement and so much more so tune in or deal with the foam until you listen to the damn episode!

"Bring me someone from the stars, I'm done with men on earth!" Warning: This episode contains discussions on the topic of suicide. Anna Akana is an actress, comedian, writer and musician who can currently be seen on Comedy Central's Corporate. She stars in the film Go Back to China, and can be seen in Marvel's Ant-man, Netflix's You Get Me and Freeform's Stitchers . She's most known for her weekly Youtube show, and has sold out two North American tours as a stand-up comic playing comedy songs on guitar. Anna is coming to the UK! She's at the Leicester Square theatre on August 28th & 29th, and is at the Edinburgh fringe from late July with her new show It Gets Darker. Don't miss it! You can get in touch with Dan Schreiber on Instagram @wecanbeweirdos. There, you'll find the link to our Discord channel - a global community of likeminded weirdos!

In this episode, Cally talks to actor and comedian Anna Akana about Los Angeles, Margaret Cho, family, comedy, movies, stalkers, YouTubers, Hollywood auditions, falling down and standing up. Instagram: @annaakana Twitter: @annaakana YouTube: @annaakana TikTok: @annaakana More about Anna Anna’s Edinburgh show ‘It Gets Darker’ Samaritans Hub of hope website My pickle website Give Us A Shout website Baton of Hope website More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions Instagram: @podpeopleuk Music by Jake Yapp Cover art by Jaijo Part of the Auddy Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Internet icon and multi-hyphenate creator, Anna Akana, joins our frightened hosts to dig up the dirt around being buried alive. How often does it happen? Has anyone survived it? And just why do we bury people in the first place? Plus: safety coffins! So. Many. Safety coffins.Don't love every word we say? Ok, weirdo. Here's some "chapters" to find what you DO love:00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:33 - Housekeeping 00:05:30 - Chris, Ed, and Anna on Being Buried Alive 00:17:21 - Let’s Get Into It 00:20:43 - A Brief History of Death and Burial 00:34:07 - A 5th-Century Drunk 00:36:11 - A Cemetery of Dunces 00:41:12 - The Yo-Yo’ing of Alice Blunden 00:44:32 - A Semi-Brief History of Death Tests 01:02:17 - A Visit to the Patent Office (aka Safety Coffins) 01:21:48 - Modern Death Tests 01:26:14 - The Fear TierNOTE: Ads out of our control may affect chapter timing. Visit this episode’s show notes for links and references.Want even more out of SATT? You can SUPPORT THE SHOW and grab yourself ad-free episodes, a welcome button , and more by joining SATT PREMIUM . Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scared-all-the-time--7084296/support . Get the latest episodes of our bonus show NEW FEAR UNLOCKED -- and a whole lot more! --by supporting the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ScaredAllTheTime

Anna Akana is an actress, comedian, filmmaker, musician, and YouTuber. In this episode, Drew and Anna talk about comedy, coping and healing after a traumatic event, staying present, dating, and much more! Anna is not only hilarious, but she is a wealth of knowledge and wisdom that has been accumulated through many years of intentional self-reflection and growth! SPONSORS: Complete Wellness Supplements — Shop Drew's brand new line of supplements with new formulations, and new flavors! Use the code "podcast" to get 20% off of your order! SHOW LINKS: @annaakana on all socials! https://www.instagram.com/reel/CrRK5kCNPUb/ https://www.instagram.com/reel/CxdpjWMPPaL/ https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0XS8A0yWsP/ Take the Fit2Fat2Fit Podcast Listener Survey Fit2Fat2Fit on Facebook @Fit2Fat2Fit on Instagram Fit2Fat2Fit Book Keto School Program Complete Keto Book Email Drew: info@fit2fat2fit.com SHOW HIGHLIGHTS: [00:00] Intro [03:15] Kana's Childhood [11:48] Finding Comedy [15:45] Parenting and Trust [19:48] Strategies To Stay Present [28:05] Dating [31:50] Trauma As A Blessing [36:25] Shedding The Victim Mindset [41:30] Creating Videos [43:45] Fitness and Martial Arts [48:15] Diet and Empathy [53:00] Breathwork

Join Holland in studio with actress, comedian, YouTuber Anna Akana where they talk about the positivity behind revenge, what it's like getting broken up with at a Coffee Bean and how Anna managed to emerge from a dark place post-break up and discovered what she needs for herself and in the next relationship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.