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Josh Peck: The Surprising Truth Behind The 127lb Weight Loss | E238
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Josh Peck is an actor and comedian, he is currently appearing on the Hulu series, ‘How I Met Your Father’, and his memoir, ‘Happy People Are Annoying’ is available now. Topics: 0:00 Intro 02:02 Single parenting and your dad leaving you 10:38 How comedy changed my life 14:13 Food addiction to mask my problems 21:32 Starting your standup career 31:37 People assume Drake & Josh set me for life 39:23 Losing a lot of weight 43:18 Drink and drugs 54:01 Getting sober 56:28 Trying to understand your father 01:04:38 Becoming a father yourself 01:07:12 Your relationship style 01:13:09 Where are you now? 01:17:25 The last guest's question Josh: Youtube: http://bit.ly/3UABiY6 Instagram: https://bit.ly/414GxBG Twitter: https://bit.ly/41sHCDb Join this channel to get access to perks: https://bit.ly/3Dpmgx5 Follow: Instagram: http://bit.ly/3nIkGAZ Twitter: http://bit.ly/3ztHuHm Linkedin: https://bit.ly/41Fl95Q Telegram: http://bit.ly/3nJYxST Sponsors: Huel: https://g2ul0.app.link/G4RjcdKNKsb Zoe: http://joinzoe.com use code ‘CEO10’ for 10% off Airbnb: http://bit.ly/40TcyNr
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Growing Up Without a Father
Josh Peck shares his early life experiences growing up with a single mother in New York City. He reflects on the absence of his father and how it shaped his childhood, emphasizing the financial struggles and emotional dynamics that defined his upbringing. This segment sets the stage for understanding the challenges he faced and the resilience he developed.
"with Drake and Josh I felt pissed that started this whole mess he's an actor comedian one half of Drake and Josh a staple of my childhood the headline of the first 10 years of my life was a single mom..."
The Impact of Comedy on My Life
In this segment, Josh discusses how comedy became a transformative force in his life. He explains how humor served as a coping mechanism for the pain of his childhood and the absence of his father. Josh highlights the role of laughter in his relationship with his mother and how it helped them navigate their struggles together.
"having read through your story extensively it's quite clear to me that the the most pertinent part of your story and really like the through line Begins the sort of dot in that through line begins wit..."
Food Addiction and Emotional Pain
Josh opens up about his struggles with food addiction, revealing how he used food to mask deeper emotional issues stemming from his childhood. He reflects on the anger he felt towards his father and circumstances, and how this led to unhealthy coping mechanisms that affected his relationships and self-image.
"you earlier when you said the word comedic relief when you're talking about the relationship with you and your mother comedic relief the word relief almost makes it sound medicinal like some kind of m..."
Starting My Stand-Up Career
In this segment, Josh shares his journey into stand-up comedy, detailing the challenges and triumphs he faced as he pursued this passion. He discusses how comedy became a way for him to express himself and connect with others, ultimately leading to a fulfilling career in entertainment.
"one of the other things that we've touched on briefly that you describe in a medicinal manner um I think the quote in your book is actually I didn't know it at the time but obviously I was definitely ..."
Misconceptions About Drake & Josh
Josh addresses common misconceptions about his time on the show 'Drake & Josh,' particularly the assumption that it set him up for life financially. He candidly discusses the reality of residuals and the financial pressures he faced after the show ended, providing insight into the entertainment industry.
"it's pretty crazy that at like eight years old you were already doing stand up yeah that's that's boggles my mind at eight years old I was doing nothing productive I bet you were doing uh probably the..."
The Journey of Weight Loss
In this segment, Josh reveals his dramatic weight loss journey, sharing the emotional and physical challenges he faced while losing 127 pounds. He reflects on how this transformation affected his self-perception and the underlying issues he had to confront during this process.
"it's so interesting yeah but it makes so much sense you know that circumstance and struggle are factors that orientate us towards um towards our mission and it's so you know I I think we often underst..."
Struggles with Substance Abuse
Josh opens up about his experiences with drinking and drugs, detailing how these substances became a way to cope with his unresolved issues. He discusses the impact of substance abuse on his relationships and career, highlighting the need for change.
"after Drake and Josh ended and as you go into you're like you you know the next chapter of your life 18 years old you lose a lot of weight I do a lot of weight 127 pounds yeah how how does that's not ..."
The Path to Sobriety
In this powerful segment, Josh shares his journey to sobriety, discussing the pivotal moments that led him to seek help. He emphasizes the importance of taking action to change one's life and the support he found along the way.
"of your book you say you had a new body but the exact same self-hating mind one would assume that you know dropping 127 pounds one would naively assume that dropping 127 pounds would would make you fe..."
Understanding My Father
Josh reflects on his complicated feelings towards his father and the impact of that relationship on his life. He discusses the emotional journey of trying to understand his father's choices and how it has shaped his own identity.
"to that feeling appears to be you know when when you hit that proverbial Rock Bottom moment um to be getting some help and that's where you turn to AAA Alcoholics Anonymous hmm what what is that Pro l..."
Becoming a Father
In this heartfelt segment, Josh discusses his experiences and feelings about becoming a father himself. He reflects on how his upbringing influences his parenting style and the lessons he hopes to impart to his children.
"you kind of start from reading your book it sounds like you start on a new a New Journey and that's the journey to understand who your father is you're 27 at this point so almost 30 years old and your..."
Exploring Relationship Styles
Josh shares insights into his relationship style, discussing how his past experiences have shaped his approach to love and partnership. He reflects on the importance of communication and understanding in building healthy relationships.
"um and then you as you say you had your own boy yes now two boys crazy two boys you have kids not yet I could tell because you're in such good shape were you scared to become a father because of your ..."
Where I Am Now
In this segment, Josh provides an update on his current life and career, reflecting on the growth and changes he has experienced. He discusses his ongoing journey of self-discovery and the importance of staying true to oneself.
"you married Paige yes you had they teach your wonderful children um I had a guest on the podcast quite recently who said who described somewhat of a similar upbringing where the father wasn't around a..."
Final Thoughts from the Last Guest
Josh wraps up the conversation by addressing a question from the last guest, providing final thoughts on the themes discussed throughout the episode. He emphasizes the importance of resilience and personal growth in overcoming life's challenges.
"things we've talked about today the the mental talk the voice in your head the feelings of um you know quote-unquote self-hatred self-esteem happiness where where are you as you sit here today on that..."
The Importance of Vulnerability
Josh reflects on the vulnerability required to share his story and the impact of his book, 'Happy People Are Annoying.' He discusses the significance of being open about one's struggles and the value of connecting with others through shared experiences. This segment underscores the power of storytelling in personal growth and healing.
"thank you I love you Josh thank you so much it's been a an honor to meet you and learn about your story and um I'm a big following out of your YouTube channel so please do post a lot more because it's..."