🧠Start healing today with our #sponsor BetterHelp and get 10% off your first month by going to:https://www.betterhelp.com/ichoosehealthWelcome back to the I Choose Health Podcast and High-Chi Fitness Podcast! In this hilarious yet deeply human episode, Stefan and Andre sit down with comedian and writer Jacob Kaplan — a former Saturday Night Live (SNL) writer’s assistant — to explore the surprising connection between comedy, pain, and personal growth.Jacob opens up about growing up as a child of divorce, how humor became both a coping mechanism and a craft, and why so many comedians turn pain into laughter. From awkward childhood baseball stories to reflections on identity, authenticity, and creative honesty, this episode dives into how art, trauma, and transformation intersect.👉 Topics We Explore:

• How Stefan chipped his tooth on his birthday (yes, really 😂)
• Growing up in a creative, non-sporty household
• Why so many comedians come from pain or “loner” experiences
• The hidden lessons from family, divorce, and identity
• Balancing honesty and sensitivity in comedy
• Genetics, self-worth, and the connection between fitness and expression

Quote from the Episode:“Imperfection is perfection. Wabi-sabi — making the flaws your masterpiece.”

Chapters⁠00:00⁠ Balancing Comedy and Mental Health⁠02:42⁠ The Journey of Healing and Therapy⁠05:13⁠ Child of Divorce: A Unique Perspective⁠07:53⁠ The Impact of Family Dynamics on Identity⁠10:38⁠ Navigating Comedy Through Personal Pain⁠13:27⁠ Transmuting Trauma into Art⁠14:38⁠ Family Dynamics and Comedy Origins⁠17:23⁠ Sports, Genetics, and Personal Identity⁠20:22⁠ Cultural Influences on Athletic Pursuits⁠21:13⁠ Navigating Sensitivity in Comedy⁠24:45⁠ The Balance of Preparation and Spontaneity in Performance⁠27:26⁠ The Writing Process Behind SNL⁠28:43⁠ The Creative Process Behind Sketch Comedy⁠29:38⁠ Breaking Character: The Humor in Imperfection⁠30:13⁠ The Trust Factor in Comedy⁠31:28⁠ Navigating Cue Cards and Live Performance⁠32:32⁠ The Essence of Hilarity: Christopher Walken's Unique Style⁠34:42⁠ Favorite SNL Sketches: A Trip Down Memory Lane⁠38:03⁠ Timely Comedy: SNL's Reflection on Society⁠38:42⁠ Choosing Health: Making Positive Life Choices🔥 Join the Conversation:Subscribe for more real, raw, and funny conversations at the intersection of health, mindset, and creativity.

🎭 About Jacob Kaplan:Jacob is a New York–based comedian, writer, and performer whose work blends wit, vulnerability, and social insight. A former SNL writer’s assistant, he continues to write and perform across film, television, and stand-up stages nationwide.

📱 Connect with Jacob:⁠

https://www.jacob-kaplan.com⁠⁠  / jacobkaplan17  ⁠

https://www.instagram.com/jacobkaplan17

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