Here is a great podcast that I subscibe to called “The Business” on KCRW, which is a local NPR station out in LA. Frankly, it’s the only radio station in LA worth listening to and it’s subscriber supported. What does that tell you about the state of LA’s radio scene?
In this episode Claude Brodesser-Akner, the host, interviews a therapist named Dennis Palumbo. I have never felt so understood as an actor as when I was listening to Dennis describe what it’s like for creative people living and working (or attempting to work) in Hollywood. Dennis touches on jealousy, the highs and the lows of success, feelings of self worth tied into how well your career is going, and more. If and when I move back to LA and when I can afford him, I will most definitely be contacting Mr. Palumbo for a few sessions. Just a quick tune up is all I really need. I’m not a narcissistic self loathing actor at all. I actually probably only need one session with him just so he has time to get to know me and tell me how amazingly adjusted I am for an actor. Help me let out the rear and beautiful person hiding inside me. OK, two sessions.
Dennis Palumbo:
screenwriter-turned-psychotherapist
Former Hollywood screenwriter (My Favorite Year; Welcome Back, Kotter); licensed psychotherapist in private practice in Los Angeles, California, specializing in helping new and established screenwriters, directors, and novelists address creative issues, as well as those involving mid-life and career transition.
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