This week on Shirts in the Pool, we're kicking it solo and catching y'all up on life. We open up about recent weight gain, struggles with overeating, and the emotional ups and downs that come with trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle. We unpack the pressure of public expectations, dig into patterns of self-sabotage and binge eating, and talk honestly about what accountability looks like. Most importantly, we look ahead—focusing on growth, healthier habits, and making positive changes moving forward.

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Intro/Outro: John Riccitelli

This week on Shirts in the Pool, we're joined by Atlanta comedian and actor, Brittany Dent! Brittany shares her journey growing up as a theater kid in a small military town in South Georgia, her early dreams of becoming a theater teacher, and how that path ultimately led her to the stage as a stand-up comedian and actor.

In this honest conversation, Brittany keeps it 100 — opening up about the need to normalize uncomfortable conversations, the power of speaking up for yourself, and the importance of therapy and setting personal boundaries.

We also reignite the age-old Standups vs. Improv feud, talk shirts at the beach, and dig into why self-awareness in comedy is half the battle (the other half being funny). Brittany drops gems on self-promotion, creating opportunities when none exist, and navigating the ever-evolving world of social media.

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This week on Shirts in the Pool, we're joined by America's Gay Christian Sweetheart, comedian Ian Aber. We dive into growing up with complicated family dynamics and how that shaped his views on food, identity, and comedy.

We explore the challenges of the comedy lifestyle when you're trying to eat well and actually take care of yourself. Ian opens up about binge eating and body image, sharing how Ozempic helped quiet the constant food noise, shift his habits, and ultimately save him more money than he was spending on DoorDash.

Plus, we get into how therapy has helped him break unhealthy food cycles, navigate self-sabotage, and push back against negative self-talk.

This episode was a blast to record — we know you'll enjoy it!

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Intro/Outro: John Riccitelli