On this episode of The Low Point with Matt Pena, comedian Jamell Sirleaf opens up about the struggles he faced growing up in Florida’s school system—where teachers didn’t just fail to support him but actively made his journey harder. From experiencing racism to dealing with educators who seemed determined to hold him back, Jamell shares how these moments shaped him and fueled his drive to succeed. Tune in for a raw, eye-opening conversation filled with honesty, resilience, and of course, a touch of humor.

In this episode of The Low Point, Matt sits down with improviser, sketch comedian, and childhood friend Tony Ferraro for a conversation living alone in Philadelphia after college

On this episode of The Low Point, Matt sits down with comedian Dave Columbo to discuss the most difficult chapter of his life. When Dave’s mother was diagnosed with cancer, he put everything on hold—leaving his life in Los Angeles to move back home to Florida and be with her and his fiancée. After his mother’s passing, Dave faced a crossroads: stay in the comfort of home or return to LA to chase his dream.

On this episode of The Low Point with Matt Pena, comedian Sarah Barnitt gets honest about one of the toughest moments in her life—contracting herpes. What starts as a low point quickly turns into an open and unfiltered conversation about casual dating, relationships, and the realities of navigating the modern dating world with an STI. Sarah shares how she transformed shame into empowerment, tackled tough conversations with humor, and ultimately found confidence in owning her story. It’s raw, it’s funny, and it’s a reminder that sometimes the worst moments in life can lead to the most unexpected growth. Tune in for an episode full of laughs, real talk, and maybe even a little STI myth-busting along the way.

On this episode of The Low Point, Matt Pena sits down with Matt Kasabian (aka @mattybowels) to talk about his journey with ulcerative colitis—a brutal and often misunderstood disease. From hospital stays to life-changing decisions, Matt Kasabian shares the raw reality of living with UC, how it shaped his perspective, and how he has been able to stay so positive about life and inspire others. We get deep into the physical and mental toll, the highs and (very) low points, and what it's like to navigate life when your body is fighting against you. Whether you’ve dealt with chronic illness yourself or just want to hear an inspiring (and sometimes hilarious) story of resilience, this episode is for you.

In this episode, we sit down with comedian and storyteller Gabe Mollica, whose critically acclaimed one-man show Solo has captivated audiences across the country and even landed a feature on This American Life. Gabe opens up about hitting rock bottom—not over a romantic breakup, but a friendship breakup that left him reeling. He shares how that painful experience became the foundation for Solo, what he’s learned about relationships along the way, and how he finds comedy in life’s toughest moments.