Part 12/16:
Personal Trials and Tribulations: Health, Injuries, and Mental Chaos
They candidly discuss injuries—Tom's broken bones, Bell's palsy, and the ongoing struggles with health and aging. Tom shares the story of how he nearly lost his face to Bell's palsy, which he thinks about every morning, especially when preparing for a new special. The conversation is brutally honest about how these health scares impact their mental state, confidence, and routine.
They also discuss sleep, with Tom describing how cannabis and THC affected his REM sleep cycle. They consider various sleep aids, from Xanax to Ambien, debating their safety and efficacy, and whether giving up social media or digital distractions could improve their mental health.