This week the guys discuss Narrative Therapy and a new study that uses fMRI to watch the brain tell stories. And also:[22:00]* - How can I cope with my cat having cancer? [33:00]* - I'm a white male college student experiencing reverse racism. This week's episode is produced by Jake Schneider from Atlanta, our THERAPRODUCER of the week from our Patreon community. If you would like to become a supporter and enjoy a special uncut/unedited version of the show with bonus content before and after the

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes the wonderful crowd of Philadelphia to Spontaneanation! This time out, Paul’s special guest is Amalgam Comics & Coffeehouse owner Ariell Johnson! Ariell chats about what her first pet’s name was, all of her fish she had growing up, and why she’d prefer a cat over a dog if she were to get another pet. Then, they are joined by improvisers Eugene Cordero, Tawny Newsome, and Little Janet Varney, to improvise a story set at San Diego Comic-Con. And as always, Eban (only the

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes adult men and women back to Spontaneanation! This week, Paul’s special guest is singer-songwriter Ted Leo! They chat about when was the last time Ted cried out of happiness, a story about a determined tortoise, and going from having a fear of animals as a kid to now living with a cat. Paul is then joined by Colleen Smith, Craig Cackowski, and Jordan Black, to improvise a story set in Life Drawing Class. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on

Paul F. Tompkins welcomes everyone around the world back to SPONTANEANATION! This week, Paul’s special guest is Tymberlee Hill from The Hotwives of Las Vegas! They chat about talking to cat therapists, being afraid of sex, and Tymberlee’s friend, the (perhaps) psychic. Paul is then joined by Janet Varney, Victor Yerrid, and Colleen Smith to improvise a story set in The Garden of Eden. And as always, Eban (only the best) Schletter scores it all on piano!Don’t forget! The next LIVE SPONTANEANATION is

In this episode, the very worst thing that could ever possibly happen, happens. We run out of wine. The music in this episode is 'The Devil Laughed' and more can be found at apclarke.bandcamp.com and soundcloud.com/a-p-clarke. If you have enjoyed this episode, do please share it and consider making a donation at thelostcat.libsyn.com.   tags: cat, lostcat, podcast, story, narrative, fiction, horror, comedy, wine, devil.