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Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend

A twice weekly podcast hosted by award-winning interviewer and everyone's new best friend Alison Rosen. Mondays are one-on-ones featuring surprisingly honest conversations that are equal parts silly, serious and revelatory. Thursdays are roundtable group shows. You will laugh, think, and feel less alone. (Unless you don't feel alone at all in which case, congrats! You've done it!)

Episodes

Daniel and Alison (Your Calls and Doc Alison)
Aug 10 2020
It's Daniel's birthday and he's not very happy about it. Is Alison in line to replace Ellen? Is Daniel being a little extra mean today? Plus the most emo decade, false starts, Daniel's diet, Quantzercise, ageism, your calls and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) https://amzn.to/2JuOqcd This show is brought to you by FIGS! Head to http://wearFIGS.com and enter code...more
Tim Kalpakis's Standing Desk, Jackie Johnson's Probiotics, Tony's Happy Face
Aug 06 2020
First-time guest Tim Kalpakis (Birthday Boys, The Sloppy Boys) joins us from his standing desk and he's into creepy stuff but in a lovable way. Plus his band has a new album out! Jackie Johnson is here and she's pro probiotic. Tony is still happy and we're not about it to let it go unnoticed. Also Tony and Jackie are both friends with Tim so we do a spontaneous test to see who knows him better. I'm wondering if as podcasters and creators we should be thinking of the new people or the regulars a...more
Melissa Gilbert
Aug 03 2020
Actor, writer and producer Melissa Gilbert joins this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend. Melissa is probably best known for her work on Little House on the Prairie where she played Laura Ingalls Wilder from 1974 to 1984. She also appeared in The Diary of Anne Frank and The Miracle Worker and went on to do voice work and musical theater. She received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, was president of SAG for four years and competed on Dancing with the Stars. She's written three...more
Sara Schaefer's Craft Nook, Erin Foley's Boxed Hair Dye, Tony's Love Life
Jul 30 2020
Sara Schaefer is here and she has a book coming out August 11. I inhaled her book but haven't yet written a book report on it. Erin Foley is here and she's joining from her partner's mother's condo in Naples, Florida. Tony Thaxton is here and he has personal news involving his love life. Plus we talk about dry shampoo, clutter, online behavior, whitewater rafting, cliff diving, writing, ambition, crafting, big families and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen ...more
Daniel and Alison (What the History Books Got Wrong about Daniel)
Jul 27 2020
It's late at night and Alison is both wearing and drinking coffee. Daniel objects to her characterization of events. She's instituting a new policy regarding letting it mellow and Daniel is overjoyed. Also she offers a bird's eye view of Daniel's work habits. Plus a discussion of "Unorthodox" on Netflix, the Hasid community that Alison and Daniel used to live next to, your calls and more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire En...more
Doug Benson's Fish Rules, Doug Mellard's Dog Calendar, Alison's Brain Fart
Jul 23 2020
Doug Benson and Doug Mellard of the new podcast Wide World of Dougs join the show to take an informal Doug quiz, discuss bears and fish preparations and weigh in on our constant conversation about card shuffling, juggling and bar flair. Also I mixed up guests and no one is making me feel better about it and Doug Mellard's dog is more famous than he is. Plus we do a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire En...more
Sarah Ellis
Jul 20 2020
Sarah Ellis suffered a spinal cord injury at the beginning of the year and has been re-learning how to walk in the months since. But her story gets crazier than that. After emergency surgery to preserve mobility and a number of days in the hospital she was transferred to a rehab facility where the nurses noticed she seemed short of breath. An ultrasound revealed 15 blood clots in her legs and lungs—a rare side effect from the common blood thinner she'd been put on. She nearly died. After anothe...more
Wendy Molyneux's Pool, Dave Huntsberger's Surprise, Alison's Cool Shuffling
Jul 16 2020
Imagine a scenario where someone invites you to their house for coffee and either starts shuffling cards in a fancy way, starts juggling or starts doing bar flair. Which would be the weirdest? Wendy Molyneux, David Huntsberger, Tony Thaxton and I have strong opinions. We even drew Daniel into the mix. Plus moving during quarantine, a Scotland quiz and a surprise from Dave which I would tell you about but then it wouldn't be a surprise. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen ...more
Daniel and Alison (Jason from the Bank and Open Letters)
Jul 13 2020
Alison is in a feisty mood and unfortunately she wants to talk about it. Daniel is stuck in the bathroom and thinks no one should have a wedding. (He's still upset about a fight he and Alison had regarding the color of the chairs.) Also he wants to talk about energy. Meet Predictbot3000 and his earlier incarnations and find out why Daniel is at odds with lemons and cockatiels. Plus the relentless horror of human beings, secret sauce, lobotomies and your calls! And iTunes Comments of the Week! ...more
Jackie's Horse Thoughts, Alison's Trolling, A Ken Reid Quiz
Jul 09 2020
Do you shrink from confrontation or do you seek it out? Ken Reid, who's never met the hand of a drug dealer he didn't try to break (ok just once and he spared the thumbs) has some thoughts about confrontation as do Jackie and Tony. Jackie was supposed to return to LA but didn't and Tony is a little worried about Moose. Plus mocktails, horses, a quiz to see who knows Ken Reid best (play along at home) and Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen ...more
Daniel and Alison (Hypnotherapy and Military Songs)
Jul 06 2020
Alison claims she knows all four (or is it five) military branch theme songs and Daniel calls her bluff. Also some behind-the-scenes soundcheck chat, Alison's experience with hypnotherapy which apparently she never discussed with Daniel, a visit to her parents, listener calls, Covid testing, heartbreak, Daniel's descriptions of Owen and Elliot's personalities and more including iTunes Comments of the Week. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropic...more
Lisa Curry's Bait Shop, Joe Kwaczala's Fishing Pole, Alison's Salad Bar
Jul 02 2020
Comedian Lisa Curry is here and she knows a lot about live bait and foot basins. Joe Kwaczala returns and he’s trying to convince us a comfortable futon exists. I’m barely showering and Tony trusts his tongs. Plus Just Me Or Everyone! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) https://amzn.to/2JuOqcd You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by BROOKLINEN: htt...more
Daniel and Alison at Their Finest (Plus Your Calls)
Jun 29 2020
Big news! Whereas you thought the termite updates were a thing of the past, it's looking like they might be returning. Before you race to turn off the podcast, know that in this episode you'll also hear a caller's favorite dumb joke, Daniel's embarrassing work call courtesy of Alison not realizing he was on the phone, a discussion of words and semiotics, how it is smart people can believe lies (or how Alison did), who is and isn't on the team and more. Plus iTunes Comments of the Week! Check...more
Jackie's Hot Vet, Helen Hong's Phone Call, Alison's Headshot
Jun 25 2020
Helen Hong (Go Fact Yourself, Silicon Valley) joins us this week from her closet where she's hoarding four rolls of scented toilet paper. Jackie Johnson is here and Chooch had to go to the emergency vet where Jackie talked to a doctor on the phone whom she's convinced is hot. Is he? Helen CALLS THE ANIMAL HOSPITAL TO FIND OUT. And Alison won something in a raffle. Plus Yes Please or Oh Puhleeze and Just Me Or Everyone! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Aliso...more
Candice Thompson
Jun 22 2020
Comic, actor, writer and host Candice Thompson (Lights Out with David Spade, The New Negroes) joins the show to talk about processing world events without standup as an outlet, feeling a responsibility to speak about race, not fitting into a "box" due to her appearance, her childhood, her spirit pastry, learning to be vulnerable, doing comedy with Tiffany Haddish and Kevin Hart, her podcast The Struggle with Candice Thompson and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check...more
Greg Heller's Baby Song, Jenna & Al's Water Bugs, Alison's Mosh Pits
Jun 18 2020
Greg Heller AND Jenna Kim Jones AND The Hashtag Al (Allan Moss)??? That's right! We're all together on this episode. Greg has a special song he sings during diaper blowouts with his baby, Jenna and Al have periodic pests and I'm reminiscing about Orange County punk shows and that special blend of having a crush on someone but also being afraid for my life. Plus iTunes Comments of the Week, Greg Heller ASMR, Just Me Or Everyone, Jo from Supernanny and more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patr...more
Daniel and Alison (Alison's Hair Museum and Your Calls)
Jun 15 2020
Daniel is clean shaven for the first time in six years and neither of us recognize him. Also, he once tanned for four minutes. Is sex work exploitative? Have you ever had a positive experience with a cop? Does your face hurt? Plus your calls, personal hairs, attitudes toward money, iTunes Comments of the Week, tattoos and more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) https://amzn.to/2JuOqcd ...more
Jordan's Cheese Habit, Jackie's Feet, Experiences with Cops
Jun 11 2020
Jackie Johnson is back and she isn't afraid to let her feet and a seagull statue do the talking. Jordan Morris is also here and he's been seeing a nutritionist. We do a round of Just Me Or Everyone and Jackie has one involving towels and privates. Plus some timely Wayne's World talk. And we all question our beliefs about cops. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] Download the episode from iTunes. Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other P...more
Daniel and Alison (Alpha Dan and Your Calls)
Jun 08 2020
Can you slam a door open? Daniel claims I can and do. He also takes issue with how I hurl my body into bed. Normally these things wouldn't be a problem however he took a supplement which has turned him into Alpha Dan and he can't sleep. We also discuss what's going on in the world, feeling unloved, the word "tushy," therapy, precancerous cells, band-aids and more. And we take your calls on fire arms and depression (separate calls). Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen ...more
Brian Keith Diaz's Photo, Alison's UnGothing, Renee's Move
Jun 04 2020
Brian Keith Diaz joins the show to talk about his 18 year long friendship with producer Tony Thaxton, touring with Seal and Axl Rose and his experience at the Black Lives Matter protests (and the photo he took, proceeds from which he's donating). Renee is here and she's moving. Alison is ambushed by her family. And Tony is learning things about Brian. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare...more
Daniel and Alison (Alison's Inspirational Speech and Your Calls)
Jun 01 2020
Daniel and I are back and we're in the studio this week!! We take your calls, talk about the girl that broke Daniel's heart (he even enrolled in fencing class for her!) and discuss reading signals. We also talk about a difference of opinion we had regarding lights and the show DEVS, the way he shirked his one duty for the week, Elliot's food truck, depression, Daniel's salon, Quabi, MLK Jr's "Other America" speech, uprisings and more. Plus iTunes Comments of the Week. Check us out on Patreon...more
Lauren's Palate, Jackie's Engagement, Alison's Puffy Sleeves
May 28 2020
First time Thursday guest but second time ARIYNBF guest Lauren Lapkus is here to talk about expanding her palate, whether the fish thrown on her in The Wrong Missy was real, how you're the only one who knows what's going on in your relationship and celebrity filled zoom rooms. Jackie fills us in about her pilgrimage to Delaware and her engagement (!!!). We also talk about divorce, Mark Hoppus, triplets, snacks and so much more including a round of Yes Please or Oh Puhleeze. Watch this episode...more
Daniel and Alison (Your Calls and the Party Across the Street)
May 25 2020
Alison and Daniel have a difference of opinion about something and they need YOU to weigh in. There are hashtags and everything. Plus Alison recognizes what's become the new "termite update," Daniel unveils more inventions and a plan for taking this whole enterprise into the future, there was a party across the street and Alison wants to know if she was a Karen or a Mrs. Kravitz and more. Plus cleaning strategies, insomnia, Daniel's homemade haircut, a hornet's nest, iTunes Comment of the Week ...more
Jordan's Pitas, Ken's Intense Tents, Alison's Discombobulation
May 21 2020
Jordan Morris is here to talk about his doctor suggesting he cut out carbs and the big news that broke about his scripted podcast Bubble being turned into a movie. Ken Reid joins us from his office despite the fact he has a multi-bedroom tent with a closet in his backyard. And Alison is off her game. Like moreso than usual. Plus Tony's coincidences. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare M...more
Daniel and Alison (Your Calls and Alison's Birthday)
May 18 2020
Daniel is back and he gets first billing in this title! This week we talk about nearly caving, the need to be social, Mother's Day and Alison's Birthday, Elliot's card, Daniel's rule about New York, three adjectives to describe Alison and so much more. We also take your calls, including one about remembering Becki McClure, and do Deleted Tweets. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You p...more
Jackie's Big News, Alie's Whittling, Skincare Treatments
May 14 2020
Jackie Johnson has some news to share and share she does! Alie Ward is back and she's been whittling and talking to virologists. Also we talk about thongs, skin treatments, dog teeth and so much more! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you EMBARK: http://embarkvet.com (use promo code BESTFRIEND to save 15%)...more
Alison and Daniel (Plus Your Calls and A Scary Incident)
May 11 2020
Daniel joins me this week for an episode where we recount a scary incident involving Elliot hitting his head. We also talk about my changing opinion of water, feeling your feelings, Daniel's quarantine inventions and so much more. Plus your calls! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you BETTER HELP: http://bet...more
Kevin's Deceit, Renee's Cascade, A Hawaii Quiz!
May 07 2020
Kevin T. Porter is back and his lockdown beard is beautiful but deceiving. Renee is here and she's still a minimalist. Tony is still wearing his daily shoes. Alison is confused. She's also strapped in for a cascade of compliments. Plus a Hawaii Quiz! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by BETTER HELP: http://Bett...more
Travis McElroy is Recovering
May 04 2020
Travis McElroy (My Brother, My Brother and Me) returns to the show to talk about lockdown life, scaling back on the number of shows he does, giving Daniel Tiger credit for teaching his firstborn how to be kind to her baby sister, loving his kids more than he loves himself, live dates, being a recovering narcissist, conventions, styling and so much more. We also took your questions! Video of this episode is up on Patreon. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy ...more
Alie Ward's Horrifying Back, Jackie Johnson's Audition, Sit Down Pee Energy
Apr 30 2020
Alie Ward is here and had some special treatment performed on her back that's left it looking like raw meat. Jackie Johnson, who just did a home audition as a gator lady for which her breasts have never looked better, might barf and I am right there with her. Also we talk about Taylor Swift (polarized opinions!), Patreon, being women in the public eye, tooth whiteness, Jackie's chest, the Playboy Mansion, dog etiquette, extrinsic versus intrinsic motivation and so much more. Check us out on P...more
Alison and Daniel (Plus Your Calls and Daniel's New Hair Routine)
Apr 27 2020
Daniel's got a whole new hair system in place involving new products and new tools. He also makes an offhand comment that nearly derails me. DID I SEEM TIRED? I drank the half-caff! Also we discuss grief, toddlers, my weird snapping habit, Daniel's Rocky montage and more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by SKYLI...more
Alie's Mealbreakers, Jackie's Chickpeas, New Hobbies
Apr 23 2020
Alie Ward is here but only because we aren't serving any raw tomatoes. Jackie Johnson is here too, along with her diplomas, to tell us about her adventures in the kitchen (chickpeas of the sea!) and discuss the ethics of creating her own Chooch clones. I have some sad news to share about the passing of a beloved listener but also I need to debate Swiss cheese and whether it deserves a seat my table. Plus Alie's whittling accident, an update on Jackie's exclusive scoop from last week and Tony's ...more
Alison and Daniel (Plus Your Calls and Daniel's Dream)
Apr 20 2020
Why is Alison's brain offering her a non-stop loop of awkward memories from twenty-plus years ago? And what does Daniel's highly embarrassing dream featuring a bold personality indicate? These are but a few of the things we talk about this week. We also discuss whether Alison is cool (she and Daniel disagree AND NOT HOW YOU'D HOPE) and take your calls. Plus iTunes Comments of the Week! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encou...more
Jordan's Neighbor, Joe's Girlfriend's Groceries, Alison's Tastebuds
Apr 16 2020
What the heck is Jordan Morris's upstairs neighbor doing??? We have theories. Also Alison might be a super taster, Joe's girlfriend's roommate bought $400 worth of groceries and then left town, Tony's making videos and we all have thoughts about gummy bears, Smarties, jelly beans and more. Plus Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] Download the episode from iTunes. Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases Th...more
Alison and Daniel (Plus Your Calls and a Canadian Plea)
Apr 13 2020
Daniel joins me for an episode where we hear from you guys. We also offer more of Daniel's unused baby names, determine the ideal quarantine partner, challenge each other to come up with the worst food to eat in a bathroom, talk about college, Bubble Guppies, kids and so much more including iTunes Comments of the Week. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy ...more
Jackie Gets Swabbed, Alison Throws Shade, Kevin Teaches You Zoom
Apr 09 2020
We have an exclusive from Jackie Johnson! She managed to get tested and tells all. Meanwhile Kevin teaches us how to do remote backgrounds, we talk about how often each of us is crying and how long we think this will last, Alison throws shade at some podcasters, Tony talks about choosing to keep his apartment post-divorce and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You ...more
Things You Never Hear (Quarantined) People Say with Alfred Schulz
Apr 06 2020
I've decided to spend some of this lockdown time catching up with the cast of character who were regulars on the show when it was a live streaming internet show that I did from my apartment in Brooklyn in 2010. First up is Alfred Schulz who used to do a segment called Things You Never Hear People Say which he reprises here. I also chat with him about where life has taken him in these ten years, fatherhood, how to make good radio (he's a producer and host), his brother Bill Schulz and so much mo...more
Wendy's Capes, David's Slippers, Alison's Anger
Apr 02 2020
Wendy Molyneux and Dave Huntsberger are joining from their respective abodes to gently disagree about shoes and capes. Plus the stages of grief and my anger and so much more including a round of Just Me Or Everyone and iTunes Comments of the Week. Plus a lil Easter egg at the end. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] Download the episode from iTunes. Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need ...more
Greg Heller is a Dad!
Mar 30 2020
Fan favorite Greg Heller joins the show to talk about the birth of his son, the crazy few months he had leading up to the birth, parenting during a lockdown, why you need two oils (one for cooking and one for finishing) and so much more. Check out a special bonus episode with Greg on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by FIGS: H...more
Jenna and Al's Books, Tone Zone's Dog, Daniel's Bricks
Mar 26 2020
Jenna and #AL join Daniel, Tony and me remotely to discuss their lives in Georgia and how they've achieved such attractive camera angles. We also talk about intra-child violence, working from home, Tony's new dog, Daniel's brick wall, my concerns about leaving the house to record Childish and more including iTunes Comments of the Week and Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Sca...more
Atsuko Okatsuka Is Our First Remote Guest
Mar 23 2020
Atsuko Okatsuka—comedian, writer, actor and host of the very fun game show/podcast Let's Go Atsuko: A Woke Japanese Game Show—joins the show as our very first remote guest. After catching up with producer Tony and hearing his big news, we talk about concern for elderly relatives in this time, wiping down packages, relationships, depression, and the Covid-19 fifteen. We also talk about Atsuko growing up with a mother with schizophrenia, comedy school in Japan, Atsuko's adjustment to coming to Am...more
Lockdown, Your Calls, The Quantz Method for Perfect Sleep
Mar 19 2020
It's just Alison and Daniel and your calls (and one from Ms. Alie Ward!) as we power through the first coronavirus-affected episode of this show. But honestly I think it's a good one! Daniel and I talk about important matters like losing our minds, my worst TV appearance, guns, whether I should actually go to therapy tomorrow, elbows and more. We also listen to a bunch of messages from all of you and do iTunes Comments of the Week. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen ...more
Christina P is a Warrior
Mar 16 2020
Christina P (Your Mom's House, Where My Moms At?) returns to the show to talk about growing up with a mom who never let her show weakness, her resultant feelings about vulnerability, the decision to form a podcast network with her husband Tom Segura, the experience of writing a pilot about her life, antidepressants and postpartum depression after her second baby was born, episiotomies, GLOW, MTV and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and answered your questions. Check us...more
Jackie's Jingles, Ken's Poodles, HGFY (with a twist!)
Mar 12 2020
Jackie Johnson and Ken Reid are here to make fish puns and help me get to the bottom of an uncomfortable moment that happened during Daniel and my anniversary dinner. Plus we remember some great TV theme songs and Jackie tries to get Tony to sing but Tony refuses to perform. Is this a fireable offense? We do iTunes Comment of the Week and Just Me Or Everyone and bring back HGFY but with a twist! Also some strawberry shortcake and psycho uncles talk. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com...more
Elise Loehnen of goop
Mar 09 2020
Elise Loehnen, Chief Content Officer of goop and frequent host of The goop Podcast stops by to talk about her experience making The goop Lab for Netflix, switching from magazines to online, meeting and working with Gwyneth, growing up in Montana, her relationship with her parents, love and loss, that infamous vagina-scented candle, motherhood, pattern recognition, handling criticism, trolling, time management and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy ...more
Alison's Search for Meaning, David's New 'Do, Renee's Attempted Murder
Mar 05 2020
Alison violated a sacred marital code which she never agreed with anyway. David is here and he's sporting a new short hairdo. But lest you think he's a short hair newbie, you're mistaken. Renee doesn't know how long her arms are which really worked out for the spider on the wall. Tony's brought some Motion City Soundtrack beer for #SnackChat and Daniel, unrelated, has given up. Download the episode from iTunes. Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare...more
Fortune Feimster Bet on Herself
Mar 02 2020
Comic, actor and writer Fortune Feimster joins the show to talk about growing up in North Carolina in a town of 5000, her relationship with her family, coming out, her Netflix special Sweet & Salty, her path to comedy, working as a journalist, her fiancé Jax, stage fright, waking up early to do her Sirius radio show What a Joke with Papa and Fortune, her experience on Chelsea Lately, the Groundlings, religion and so much more. We also answered your questions. Check us out on Patreon: http://p...more
Jordan’s Workspace, Daniel’s Nose Hairs, Mickey Mouse Shorts
Feb 27 2020
Jordan Morris joins us to get to the bottom of Daniel's nose hair problem. (He trims the hair and then the inside of his nose gets all irritated. If you have a solution please write in!) We also talk about Jordan's feelings about working from home, whether I'm mis-branding myself, chat shows, TV Talk and we finish with a round of Just Me Or Everyone! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) ...more
Lindsay DeFranco Is Happier
Feb 24 2020
Lindsay DeFranco is a former YouTube personality who refers to herself as a "recovering mommy blogger." She's also the cofounder of the media literacy campaign Not So Fast and the wife of superstar YouTuber Phil DeFranco with whom she has two young sons. We talked about motherhood, moving to LA with Phil, her reasons for leaving YouTube, curly hair, home invasion, guns, her childhood in Georgia, mediocrity, her parents' divorce, self-care and compassion, anxiety, live streaming platforms and so...more
Kirsten Vangsness, Tony Thaxton and The Angoras (Live from Sketchfest!)
Feb 20 2020
Recorded live at the Gateway Theatre in San Francisco on January 26, 2020. Kirsten Vangsness (Criminal Minds) joins the show to talk about freezer carbs (she's anti), parts of yourself, therapy, cats, oversharing, her tumultuous childhood and more. Tony Thaxton offers a Tone Zone update and Alison's old band The Angoras reunite for the first time! Plus Just Me Or Everyone! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Ph...more
Drew Van Acker Likes Jumping From Planes
Feb 17 2020
Drew Van Acker (Pretty Little Liars, Tower Prep) stops by to talk about the new movie Spy Intervention which he stars in and executive produced, losing a scholarship because he appeared in Cosmopolitan magazine, stability versus adventure, moving to Harlem, proposing to his girlfriend in Iceland, playing the ukulele, getting evicted, TV versus stage acting and so much more. We also took a spy music quiz. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical...more
Ben's Campaign Trail Stories, A Disneyland Adventure, New Zealand Snacks
Feb 13 2020
Ben Gleib is here, still exhausted from concluding his presidential run, and he's ready to transition back to civilian life. Also he's got strong opinions about his girlfriend's choice of footwear. Alison and Daniel took Elliot to Disneyland and Renee is considering returning to her extroverted ways. Tony is going to leave us again but only for a few days. Plus a word we've never encountered and some snacks from New Zealand. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Al...more
Troy Johnson Has Some Regrets
Feb 10 2020
Food Network star and food journalist/critic Troy Johnson stops by to talk about making the switch from writing about music to food, majoring in poetry, growing up with a gay parent, regrets, marriage, divorce, parenthood, San Diego, Fox Rox, Guy's Grocery Games, Crave, Adderall, aggressive heterosexuality, cooking and so much more. We also did a round of How Dare You. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrase...more
Alison's Dumb Question, Tony's Gold Record, TJBs
Feb 06 2020
Tone Zone Thaxton is BACK after his Motion City Soundtrack tour and he's got a gold record and everything. Alison has a dumb question about the record. Can you guess what it is? Joe Kwaczala is here and he's got a ladyfriend to witness his weird sleep behavior. Also we do a round of Yes Please or Oh Puhleeze involving coconut jellybeans but first must delineate the difference between jelly bellies and traditional jelly beans. Daniel says something that isn't intended for the podcast but he says...more
Jessica Chaffin
Feb 03 2020
Jessica Chaffin (Spy, The Heat, Zoey 101) stops by to talk about her new podcast Ask Ronna with Ronna (& Bryan), growing up in Newton, Massachusetts as one of six kids, her relationship with her parents, getting into comedy, skincare, Ronna & Beverly, offering advice as Ronna, her love of England and so much more. We also took your questions. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You prob...more
Sketchfest Recap, Joe’s Travels, Renee’s Wilderness Adventure
Jan 30 2020
Alison is back from Sketchfest with stories to tell. Renee went to Sketchfest and is wearing a number of meals on her shirt. Joe Kwaczala is here having just performed a comedy show while people drove golf balls at his head. Plus so much more including a story of a guy who didn't recognize Alison even though he would have been delighted if he knew who she was, most likely. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Ph...more
Courtney Friel Doesn't Take It Personally
Jan 27 2020
Newscaster Courtney Friel stops by the show to talk about her just published memoir Tonight at 10: Kicking Booze and Breaking News in which she tells all about living as an addict while appearing to be a put together reporter. We talk about her decision to go public with her sobriety, the fact that a story from the book about Donald Trump hitting on her went viral which pushed up the release of the book, her years at Fox News and what she witnessed there, motherhood, divorce, meditation, panic a...more
Wendy's 14 Hour VHS Special, Dave's Canada Trip, An Impromptu Spelling Test
Jan 23 2020
Wendy Molyneux is back and she had a baby complete with dramatic water breaking moment! Also if you're rude to her she might follow you to your house. Dave Huntsberger was just in Canada and it went well except for one show which was challenging. Also he made shoes and still claims he's going to cut his hair. Pete the Retailer is here being distracted by thoughts of pancakes. Plus we have several important epiphanies about fashion and VSCO girls, talk about potato clocks and Spago and do a roun...more
Joel Stein Owns Salmon Pants
Jan 20 2020
Joel Stein, (Time, Newsweek, LA Times) stops by to talk about his new book In Defense of Elitism: Why I'm Better Than You and You Are Better Than Someone Who Didn't Buy This Book for which he traveled the country exploring the populism that put Trump in office. We also talk about Scott Adams, our best friendship, gossipy stories involving Robert Downey Jr. and Robert Duvall, the moral cost of being a skillful journalist, Goop, meeting Jim Carrey, conferences, free will, Bernie Sanders, Cory Boo...more
Kevin's Maisel Trip, A Jackie Quiz, Alison's Palindromes
Jan 16 2020
Who knows Jackie Johnson best? We take a quiz to find out. Plus Kevin T. Porter is here, with cookies, to fill us in on the trip to Las Vegas he took after being identified as a Mrs. Maisel influencer. He saw a show! Pete the Retailer is here and Jackie zeroes right the fuck in on his favorite color. Plus a story which details exactly how dumb Daniel thinks Alison is, an Uber for Allies, Audrina Patridge, Idaho, Puerto Rico and ziplining, slang terms and so much more including #SnackChat. Che...more
Adam Ferrara Is Changing
Jan 13 2020
Comedian and actor Adam Ferrara (Nurse Jackie, Rescue Me, Top Gear) stops by the show to talk about the creation of his new podcast The Adam Ferrara Podcast: 30 Minutes You'll Never Get Back, growing up on Long Island, his decision to go to college, relationships, drinking, working on himself, cars, meditation, making himself cry and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You...more
Jordan's Frolic Room, Dave's Voodoo Dolls, Dr. Dance
Jan 09 2020
Jordan Morris and Dave Huntsberger join Daniel and me on this episode and Pete The Retailer (from The Star Wars Minute) is filling in for Tony while Tony plays in Motion City Soundtrack which is a band all of us are having trouble saying. Jordan fills us in on his Christmas, Dave raises some important questions about the manufacturing of voodoo dolls and throws a fair amount of shade at a specific kind of saxophone player. Daniel and I feel weird about lying about Santa, Daniel's seeking pumpki...more
Favorite Moments of 2019 (Listener Picks!)
Jan 06 2020
You guys sent in your picks for favorite clips of 2019 and here they are! We're nibblin' on spongecake, doling out nicknames, yawning during stories, revealing unused drops, asking questions, traveling, singing and so much more. Featuring Daniel Quantz, Tony Thaxton, David Huntsberger, Wendy Molyneux, Renee Colvert, Greg Heller, Jackie Johnson, Jordan Morris, Arden Myrin, Alie Ward, Jeff Fox and some names I'm sure I'm forgetting. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen ...more
Jenna Kim Jones's Status, Happy New Year, Another Tone Zone Update
Jan 02 2020
Jenna Kim Jones came to town for one day only and we recorded a Patreon bonus episode and this Thursday show. Happy New Year! We talk about resolutions, life in Georgia, Santa Clause, periods, #galchat, another Tone Zone update and we do a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This ...more
Gareth Reynolds
Dec 30 2019
Gareth Reynolds (The Dollop, Arrested Development, I'm Sorry) stops by to talk about his debut album Riddled with Disease, holding koalas, his driver's license wig, relationship patterns, his relationship with his dad, quitting caffeine, writing for television, divorce, duel citizenship, depression, "yarguments" and so much more. We also took a personality/psychology quiz and Gareth did his best Tony impersonation. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Boo...more
Egg Nog Snack Chat, Dawn/Don Again, A Question for Dave
Dec 26 2019
If you listened last week you've likely been on tenterhooks waiting to find out what my question for Dave Huntsberger was. Well this week delivers in a big way. Also we (Dave, Tony Thaxton, Joe Kwaczala and I) taste nogs, puzzle over regional accents and talk about black eyes peas. And more! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the...more
Dan Schechter Knows It's Complicated
Dec 23 2019
Director, writer and editor Dan Schechter (Life of Crime) joins us to talk about his new movie After Class which stars Justin Long, Fran Drescher and Kate Berlant and was based on his own experiences teaching in a politically charged environment. We chat about nuance, students, keeping an open mind, white men, guilt, family, dogs, termites, mistakes, asking favors, grief and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encourag...more
Canadian Colorblindness, Joe Kwaczala's Quizzala, Dave's Nervous Carolers
Dec 19 2019
Who knows Joe Kwaczala best? Take the quiz along with Alison Rosen, Dave Honey Huntsberger and Tony Thaxton to find out. Also how did Joe spend his Thanksgiving? How was Tony's gig the night before? And a question for Dave? Plus so much more including Joe's zippered arm pocket, carolers who lack confidence, Alison's med switch and other stuff! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You pro...more
Alie Ward Has a Cold
Dec 16 2019
Alie Ward (Ologies, Did I Mention Invention?, Brainchild) returns to talk about the success she's experienced making something entirely her own, being a home owner and dog owner, her love life, fear of failure, love of science, premature ovarian failure, being a pseudo redhead, insects, massage chairs, list making, codependency, jobs that felt somewhat inauthentic, germs, dick fish and so much more. We also took your questions. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy...more
Paul Rust's Eye Language, Michael Cassady's Nog Thoughts, T'Zone Update
Dec 12 2019
A rare Thursday show treat! Paul Rust and Michael Cassady are here on the eve of their new Don't Stop Or We'll Die release Diamond Skies Over Western Dreams. Tone Zone Thaxton played drums on it so it's like we have a whole band in the studio. What do you do when you have a whole band in your studio? You talk about egg nog! And eye language, Brooklyn and more. Also Daniel and I are back from Hawaii and I learned some things. Plus we do a round of Just Me Or Everyone and get a Tony Update and so...more
Joe Kwaczala Doesn't Eat Napkins Anymore
Dec 09 2019
Joe Kwaczala stops by to talk about growing up in Pittsburgh, the significance to him of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (he hosts a podcast called Who Cares About the Rock Hall?), being a self-described "mama's boy," his t-shirt system for remembering A and B days, releasing 31 videos for his 31st year, good attention versus bad attention, the things he did for attention, moving out to Los Angeles, trying to do his live talk show in LA, losing a friend, driving for Lyft, taping his Comedy Centra...more
Kevin's Vaccines, Tony's Workload, A Spain Quiz
Dec 05 2019
We learn more about Kevin T. Porter's childhood, Tony's workload, boundaries (and whether any of us have good ones) and so much more including a kiss from a rose on the huh?, #SnackChat and a quiz about Spain. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you http://JoinHoney.com/ALISON, http://...more
Joe Randazzo Brought a Little Hug Club to The Onion
Dec 02 2019
Joe Randazzo (The Onion, Adult Swim, @midnight) stops by the show to talk about working with Tiffany Haddish, growing up in New Hampshire, smoking, kids, Brooklyn, Charlie Rose and other disgraced men, Charlie Rose's crappy table, meeting his wife, Gen X, getting kicked off Twitter, his book Funny on Purpose and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy ...more
Kevin's Tease, Alison's Annual Pie Thoughts, Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 28 2019
Happy Thanksgiving from Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend! Kevin T. Porter and Renee Colvert join us for a heartwarming and sweet episode that also contains a lot of talk of Chris Matthews's recent televised toot and related offenses. Stay til the end! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought ...more
Adrienne Brodeur Is Done with Secrets
Nov 25 2019
When she was 14, Adrienne Brodeur was awakened in the middle of the night by her beloved mother who confessed that a family friend had just kissed her. She wanted to pursue a romance with this man and needed young Adrienne's help in keeping it a secret. Adrienne felt special and important—her mother had chosen her to be her confidante. Thus began a years long situation that affected every aspect of Adrienne's life and which she recounts and untangles in Wild Game: My Mother, Her Lover, and Me. ...more
A Canada Quiz, David's Big Travels, Tugboat's Sassy Mouth
Nov 21 2019
David Huntsberger is back and he's just returned from Romania where he made an egregious and somewhat offensive carb-based mistake. Renee Colvert also did some traveling and her one wish is to tell her story before David so as not be outdone. Also, we take a Canada quiz sent in by a listener, learn about "sassy mouth," find out who Tugboat's real mother is and more! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases T...more
Scott Aukerman Gets Real
Nov 18 2019
Scott Aukerman stops by to talk about Between Two Ferns: The Movie which you need to see immediately if you haven't already, how much and in what way he values audience feedback, trusting his own taste, Comedy Bang Bang, finding new comics, IVF, not being able to travel with his wife Kulap Vilaysack for much of the filming of her emotional documentary Origin Story, editing, touring, his brief foray into gambling, R U Talkin U2 To Me?, R U Talkin REM Re: Me, Threedom and so much more. We also to...more
Joe's Fake Limp, Jordan's Jean Jacket, A New Zealand Quiz
Nov 14 2019
Joe Kwaczala has returned—what a speedy return!—and he once faked a limp until his mom intervened. He also has a crazy track record of calling into radio stations and winning. Jordan Morris doesn't know anything about how to fix your phone so stop asking him. Also, he's denim jacket guy now and he's here to talk about rinses! Alison once split her pants on the way to The Cheesecake Factory to see a guy who had a crush on her friend. Plus a New Zealand quiz! Play along at home! Check us out on...more
Shawn Kathleen AKA @PassengerShaming
Nov 11 2019
Shawn Kathleen, the former flight attendant behind the hugely popular Instagram account @passengershaming stops by to discuss her varied career history (she'd been a cop and an EMT before her years as a flight attendant), growing up in Ohio, motherhood, the mechanics of running a popular account, whether it's ok to recline, secret flight attendant code and so much more. We also took your questions. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attir...more
Greg Heller's News, Joe Kwaczala's Beard, Just Me Or Everyone
Nov 07 2019
Greg Heller has returned and he's brought his buddy Joe Kwaczala who has a Comedy Central special coming out Nov 8. Joe is also, like Tony, definitely a "beard guy," and Greg's going to get to the bottom of it in what should probably become a new segment which Joe has many possible names for. Alison and Daniel saw Jesus Christ Superstar and Alison was wrecked by a scene that was deeply emotional and involved handfuls of glitter. Plus Yes Please Or Oh Puhleeze, Just Me Or Everyone, a tense scene...more
Sabrina Jalees Is Fully Herself
Nov 04 2019
Sabrina Jalees stops by the show to talk about growing up in Canada, The Goodie Goodie with Sabrina Jalees, coming out to her Muslim family, their journey toward acceptance, meeting her wife, being a parent, Search Party, career advice that had a negative effect, starring on the CBS comedy Carol's Second Act, writing for TV, standup and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] Download the episode from iTunes. Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attir...more
Kevin's Cookies, Tony's Encore, Alison's Face
Oct 31 2019
It's an extra spooky Halloween episode! Alison has a contingency plan for if her nose gets broken and Elliot's head-butting that morning is making her wonder if the time is now. Kevin T. Porter is here and he brought some cookies for a spontaneous #SnackChat. Renee is here too and she's got big Halloween plans. Tony weighs in on what rock stars are experiencing during a planned encore. Plus podcast recommendations, iTunes Comments of the Week. TV Time and Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on ...more
Mary Katharine Ham Finds Love Again
Oct 28 2019
Four years ago political pundit Mary Katharine Ham's personal tragedy was all over the news when her husband Jake Brewer died suddenly in a cycling accident. Theirs had been a picture perfect romance that read like a movie—he was former Obama staffer, she was a conservative columnist and pundit appearing regularly on Fox News (she's now employed by CNN). They had one daughter and she was seven months pregnant with their second daughter at the time of the accident. As Mary Katharine recounts her...more
Tony's Face, Jackie's Big Move, Saggin' Maggins
Oct 24 2019
Jackie Johnson is back on the eve of her big move. Tony's stopped using the lotion his doctor prescribed him and his skin is better without it! Daniel and I had a very horrible incident in our shower involving maggots but Jackie has introduced us to a fun way to say it. Plus I'm workshopping some recurring questions. And iTunes Comments of The Week and more! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scar...more
Liana Finck is Tired of Interruptions
Oct 21 2019
New Yorker cartoonist and author Liana Finck stops by the show to talk about where her darkness comes from, the process of doing illustrations for the New Yorker, her latest book, Excuse Me: Complaints, Cartoons and Notes to Self and her previous graphic novels Passing for Human and A Bintel Brief, ex boyfriends, working in public, her preferred pens, paper, desk height, conservative Judaism, running and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's ...more
The Return of Allan Moss, Vicadaniel, Yes Please Or Oh Puh-leeze
Oct 17 2019
Allan Moss is back in town so we had to catch up on his life in Atlanta with Jenna Kim Jones and their two girls. We talked golfcarting, parenting, friends they've replaced us with, snacks, career stuff, airline status and so much more. We also got into a pretty heated round of Yes Please or Oh Puh-leeze and I'm not going to name names but Daniel and Tony are wrong. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases T...more
Ken Reid Can't Relax
Oct 14 2019
Content Warning: This episode contains a story involving animal cruelty, death of an animal and child abuse that you may find upsetting Comedian and podcast host Ken Reid returns to the show to talk about his critically acclaimed podcast TV Guidance Counselor, knowing more about Burbank than Alison who lives there, generalized anxiety disorder and systematically trying various methods to relax, upcoming podcast guests, a truly disturbing story about his grandmother, refusal to take drugs, tho...more
Jackie's Gal Chat, Daniel's Dude Chat, Snack Chat
Oct 10 2019
Jackie Johnson is back so we're making her answer our questions since she's a renowned beauty expert. Daniel was forced to talk man at a furniture store recently. And Tony made a joke that I'm still laughing about days later! Plus #Snackchat with Mystery Oreos, Just Me Or Everyone and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! ...more
Jonah Ray Gets Personal
Oct 07 2019
Jonah Ray returns to the show to talk about the weird transition period he finds himself in, losing his father three weeks after he returned from touring with Mystery Science Theater 3000, seeing his dad in his final moments, getting Lasik and a vasectomy in the same year, "the artistic lifestyle," music, the album of punk Weird Al covers he's released called You Can't Call Me Al, Jonah Raydio, The Meltdown and so much more. We also took your questions. Download the episode from iTunes. ...more
Dan Telfer's Organs, David's Transylvanian Trip, VSCO Girls
Oct 03 2019
Joining us for this episode was a gigantic crane fly. New guest Dan Telfer referred to it as a May fly which may be a regional thing but regardless, the fly didn't say much but its presence was felt. Despite the intrusion we discussed Dan's balls (he has one) and kidneys (also one), his two-time battle with testicular cancer, David's upcoming trip to Romania and the reason for going, VSCO girls, a toilet seat cover update which just may teach you something, Daniel's harsh repudiation of my enti...more
Jimmy Pardo Makes Good on a Bet
Sep 30 2019
Jimmy Pardo (Never Not Funny) returns to the show to talk about whether he actually owes me $20 (he does), a shared love of Jesus Christ Superstar, Sarah Silverman, if Alison is the female Jimmy, conversations that make you sound arrogant, being "hosty" in real life, Jimmy's temper, the occasional fight with Matt Belknap, parenthood, random moments that pop into your head way too often, home office layouts and more. We also took your questions and did a quiz! Plus "How Dare You?" on Patreon. ...more
Kevin's Lingo Lesson, Renee's Past Marriage, Alison's Movie Experience
Sep 26 2019
Kevin T. Porter is back and he's teaching us Christianese. It's very intentional and our corporate enjoyed it? I think I did that wrong. Also there's an update on my pastor-neighbors and I think this show is slowly or maybe quickly killing Daniel's soul. Plus Renee knew she should decline a marriage offer but went through with it anyway. Listen to hear how that turned out. And so much more including my review of Ad Astra and reclining seats. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/ali...more
Theresa Thorn Says Listen to Your Kids
Sep 23 2019
Theresa Thorn (One Bad Mother, Maximum Fun) stops by the show to talk about It Feels Good to Be Yourself: A Book About Gender Identity, the beautifully illustrated children's book she authored, which she says is for everyone and which was inspired by her own transgender daughter's journey and the desire for a book which could provide people with the language to discuss gender. We also talk about her involvement with the podcast network Maximum Fun which she runs with her husband Jesse Thorn, la...more
Greg Heller's Fish Quiz, The Ten Minute Rule, The Diaper Bag Story
Sep 19 2019
Greg Heller has returned to regale us with a fish quiz and let me know my dramatic story of a very small stakes car accident over the weekend is... not a good story. Also we learn about the ten minute rule, revisit extroversion versus introversion, hear about Tony's recent tour, do a round of Just Me Or Everyone and so much more. Check us out on Patreon (bonus segment with the group): http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Sc...more
Stephanie Wittels Wachs Is a Doer
Sep 16 2019
Stephanie Wittels Wachs returns to the show to talk about Lemonada Media, the new podcast network she's launching with Jessica Kordova Kramer and how the two connected and bonded over having both lost brothers to the opioid epidemic. We chat about the drive to turn tragedy into something beautiful, humanizing the crisis, medically assisted treatment, Lemonada's upcoming shows, where she is in the grief process, not passing your shit on to your kid, getting pregnant after loss, activism, the wor...more
Alison Attends Preschool, Jackie Johnson is Reborn, Party Flaking Etiquette
Sep 12 2019
If you can't make it to someone's event should you let them know beforehand or is it better to just explain after the fact? The table is divided! Jackie Johnson joins us to discuss NEW Jackie and why swimming with sharks was a terrible idea. Plus a LOT of #GalChat and a new nickname for Tony which I hope sticks but I bet he doesn't. And more! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You prob...more
Erin Gibson Will Make You Love Santa Fe
Sep 09 2019
Erin Gibson (Throwing Shade, Feminasty, Groceries, History: The Shequel) stops by the show to talk about buying a multi-unit property in Santa Fe for her sick father, mother-in-law and husband's brother to live in and turning the other units into chic rentals. She shares about the process of advocating medically for her father, watching him nearly die in front of her, relocating him, learning how to effectively take care of him and the effect the experience has had on her. Turns out Santa Fe su...more
Kevin's Adult Friendships, Daniel's Brookies, Alison's Skype Struggles
Sep 05 2019
Kevin Porter is BACK and we're never letting him go. Daniel has very strong opinions about whether a "brookie" is a thing. Alison experienced some Skype difficulties when trying to guest on Shmanners. Plus we took some of your questions and more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you ...more
Erin Foley Is Tired of Hearing About Ghosts
Sep 02 2019
Erin Foley stops by to talk about her hilarious new album Deep Dive, her podcast Sports Without Balls, being a twin, coming out, not realizing she was gay when she "couldn't have been more gay," finding comedy, crystals, Los Angeles, reality TV, improv, basketball, sports heroes and so much more. We also took your questions. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a...more
Kevin's Horny Summer, Renee's Avocado Shirt, TV Talk
Aug 29 2019
Kevin Porter joins us to talk about what might be the best show on TV right now (no spoilers) and explore Renee's new graphic t-shirt based identity. We also learn about "exvangelism," horny summer 2019, rompers, musical theater, word mispronunciations, camping, Tony's voting and so much more. Plus a round of iTunes Comments of the Week and there's a song we should have played but we didn't and it was kind of egregious on our part and I even gave it to Tony ahead of time and then just completel...more
Laura London Is Giving it a Year
Aug 26 2019
Dog trainer Laura London returns to the show to talk about the not-always-rosy real experience of shooting Animal Planet's Rescue Dog to Super Dog, her decision to move to Northern California, the challenges of picking up and moving, the differences in dog owner culture in different locations, her beef with shock collars, some sad truths about shelters and how broken the system is, saving dogs, having the courage to make hard decisions with an aggressive dog, divorce, relationships, live music ...more
The John Henson Quiz, Daniel Versus The Rat, A Neighbor Update
Aug 22 2019
John Henson joins us and we take a fun quiz to see who knows him best. Also, Daniel heard a loud noise in the middle of the night and came face to face with a suicidal rat. Plus an update on our neighbors, puppies, car sickness and parenting! And more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought t...more
Bill Corbett Is Smarter and Nicer Than You
Aug 19 2019
Bill Corbett (Mystery Science Theater 3000, RiffTrax, Bill Corbett's Funhouse) stops by to talk about living in Minnesota, puppetry, his feelings about the MST3K reboot, fatherhood, theater, his dog (also named Wendy), Yale, what films work best for riffing, his podcast, working with Tony Thaxton, Eddie Murphy, his writing garret and so much more. We also took your questions. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and O...more
The Tony Quiz, Snack Chat, David's Podcast Script
Aug 15 2019
Who knows Tony Thaxton best? Wendy Molyneux, David Huntsberger and Daniel Quantz join me as we endeavor to find out by playing a Tony Thaxton quiz. With special improvized-on-the-spot music by a very pregnant Wendy who has since had her baby! Plus the return of Snack Chat, David's podcast script and more. A hearty congratulations to Wendy and her family! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me...more
Matt Gourley Hates Your Fake Tree
Aug 12 2019
Matt Gourley (Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend, Superego, I Was There Too) stops by to discuss being a podcast superstar, home design, whether or not he was an extra in Eyes Wide Shut, growing up in Whittier, his illegal teaching career, insomnia, Christmas, Tony Thaxton's Christmas tree, working with Conan, Superego, marriage counseling and so much more. We also answered your questions. Check us out another segment with Matt on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tro...more
Wendy's Cleansing, David's Trip, Alison's Roast of Tony
Aug 08 2019
I swear I was not intending to roast Tony more than once although that's kind of what I did. Wendy is here and she has a new cleansing routine which we almost talk about repeatedly. David has returned from his South Dakota sojourn. Alison is having a social and professional conundrum. Plus Save the Bell, dealing with hecklers, who merits their own wikipedia page and more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phr...more
Arden Myrin Is Vivacious and Grieving
Aug 05 2019
Arden Myrin (Insatiable, Shameless, MadTV) stops by the show to catch us up on filming Insatiable in Georgia, trying EMDR, grief and trauma, a discussion of malls, losing both of her parents within the last two years, selling a book, writing the book, a fateful twerking class, facing her greatest fear, her podcast Will You Accept This Rose?, reality TV and so much more. Check us out on Patreon where we answered your questions in a bonus segment: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison...more
Jordan's Tips, Daniel's Tattoos, Alison's New Neighbors
Aug 01 2019
Jordan Morris doesn't frost his tips but you'd certainly be forgiven for thinking so. You might not be forgiven for asking him though, which starts a conversation about men and shame around primping. Daniel discusses his desire, at one point, to get more tattoos, and Tony is angry at other people who have beards. I was here too but I forget what I said. Probably something funny, relevant and important. Lemme check the notes. Oh yes! We also talked about religion, the pressure to be religious in...more
Erica Rhodes Regrets Those Pants
Jul 29 2019
Erica Rhodes stops by to talk about her unconventional upbringing, her therapist's confrontational approach, a weird babysitter's parakeet attack, performing and writing on Prairie Home Companion, getting into standup, her new album Sad Lemon, Bring the Funny, high waisted pants, ballet, eating disorders, her father's MS, dysfunctional relationships and so much more including your questions. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encou...more
Daniel's Doodles, A Call from Ray, Claude Kent
Jul 25 2019
Have we landed on a nickname? MAYBE. Also Daniel's doodling leads to a conversation about his alter ego and his secret work life which leads back to nicknames. Ray Oldhafer calls us during the show and we answer on air and I still feel unsettled but I'm not sure why. Plus a story about a chicken nugget and a round of Just Me Or Everyone and more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) ...more
Paul Rust Has Injured His Pinkies
Jul 22 2019
Paul Rust (Love on Netflix, Don't Stop or We'll Die, Comedy Bang Bang) stops by to talk about first impressions, getting kicked out of a party, anti-comedy, meeting Scott Aukerman, creating a show with his now wife, relationships in general, cutting his pinkies, his childhood in Iowa, video rentals, marriage, sincerity and authenticity in life and music and so much more. We also took your questions. Check us out on Patreon (where you'll find a bonus segment with Paul): http://patreon.com/alis...more
Wendy's Flash Mob, David's Capri Shorts, Alison's Raccoons
Jul 18 2019
Wendy Molyneux has returned and she's had it up to here with David's insistence his grandmother wore an item of clothing called "capri shorts." Also, turns out every single person except me (Alison) knows that you're supposed to scram when you see a certain thing in nature. Plus the family of raccoons under our house, the baby possum living among Ray's tools, Wendy's remaining weeks of pregnancy, David's sleeping arrangements, flash mobs, Tony's nickname, Just Me Or Everyone and so much more. ...more
Caissie St. Onge Loves a Power Move
Jul 15 2019
The nicest show runner, comedy writer and TV exec in the world Caissie St. Onge (Busy Tonight, Watch What Happens Live, Joan Rivers) returns to the show to talk about working with Busy Phillips on Busy Tonight, moving to the West Coast for the gig and what happens now that the show's cancelled, eating a banana in a meeting, her love of Prince, the particular kind of Prince photos she covets, the non-partisan politics of the show, how to put together a largely female writing room and staff (Busy...more
Earthquakes, Reality Shows, Wedding Hashtags
Jul 11 2019
Rachael O'Brien, Renee Colvert and Tony Thaxton join Daniel and me to discuss how we each responded to the pair of earthquakes over July 4 weekend. Did you know Daniel took a class in college about earthquakes? He did and despite my wanting to roll my eyes at Johnny Earthquakes, he has pretty good info to share. We also discuss reality shows, the way The Hills: New Beginnings is scrambling my brain even though I love it, Rachael's experience at Jax and Britney's Kentucky wedding, how "real" the...more
Joey Fatone Sets the Record Straight
Jul 08 2019
Joey Fatone—yes, that Joey Fatone—is here to talk about his crazy work schedule, how to stay focused when recording six episodes a day of game show Common Knowledge, setting the record straight on the timeline of his divorce and girlfriend, how he met his manager Joe Mulvihill with whom he hosts the podcast Two Cups of Joe, fatherhood, NSync, working at Universal, his feelings about Lou Pearlman, marriage, sexuality, his friendship with Lance Bass, performing on Broadway in Rent, whether he's ...more
Lance Armstrong, Simulacrums & Biorhythms, Kermit's Finger
Jul 04 2019
Well it finally happened. I used a fancy 50-cent word and then was asked the definition and CAME UP SHORT. Damn you, liberal arts education. We discuss whether we still retain what we learned in college, my crappy mood, a joke that I hilariously bungle, the ongoing nickname search, Lance Armstrong and what a dick he is, dead bodies, outrage, detention centers and so much more. We also do a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's...more
Bryan Safi Doesn't Want Your GD Egg Whites
Jul 01 2019
Bryan Safi (Throwing Shade, 911) stops by for the first time solo to talk about whether he's ever been too depressed to be silly, finding comedy, divorcing his husband, how he met Throwing Shade cohost Erin Gibson, live podcasts versus studio podcasts, couples counseling, filming a movie in Mexico, Mariah Carey, his childhood in Texas, coming out, his conservative parents, the pain of not being accepted and so much more. We also did a round of Hey Go Fuck Yourself. Check us out on Patreon (wh...more
David's Spider Jars, Wendy's Night Ladies, No-Robe Tony
Jun 27 2019
We're still looking for a name for the studio and a nickname for Tony. Was one discovered during this episode? Maybe? Also Wendy is here with a new business venture that dovetails with David's passion project. Alison went to a wedding and is feeling a little melancholy. Does everyone feel this way at weddings? APPARENTLY NOT. Plus more confidential JMOES and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other P...more
Tony Thaxton is Kind of a Big Deal
Jun 24 2019
Tony Thaxton is the new producer of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend but he's also a famous drummer who toured the world and made albums with Motion City Soundtrack for years and years. We talk about his childhood in Michigan and Virginia, music, depression, social anxiety, relationships, podcasts, comedy, a disastrous late night appearance and so much more. We also answer your questions. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Enco...more
Alison Messes Up, Tony Needs a Name, David Does True Crime
Jun 20 2019
It's Tony Thaxton's first official show as producer and we need a nickname for him. As Daniel points out, we also need to name the new studio. Alison messed up a scheduling thing earlier in the day and feels out of sorts given this is the kind of thing she's usually good at and about which she rides Daniel. How does everyone remember stuff? David has a system! Also we talk dysfunctional or less-than-functional relationships, Tony's trip to Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland, Renee and Brene, and so mu...more
Kristina Kuzmic Is a Cheerleader for Moms
Jun 17 2019
Kristina Kuzmic stops by the show to talk about being chosen by Oprah to host her own reality show some years ago and her experience making The Ambush Cook, her frustration with television, depression, leaving her homeland of Croatia during a war, the relationship between authenticity and success, studying drama, her upcoming book, the Hope and Humor tour and so much more. We also did a round of How Dare You. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tro...more
Greg Nibbles, Tony Gets Ready, Jeff Says Goodbye
Jun 13 2019
Greg Heller and new producer Tony Thaxton join us to bid adieu to Jeff! Greg shares a startling discovery about a song we all know. I voice my concerns about getting high which I'm going to be doing the following day on Getting Doug with High. Tony talks about his exciting plans and I possibly insult him by referring to his former band as emo. Also a question about wedding attire. Plus we play some messages from friends and fans of the show and try to guess how many drops Jeff has in his unused...more
Beth Stelling Didn't Mean to Hurt Your Feelings
Jun 10 2019
Comedian, actress and writer Beth Stelling stops by the show to talk about her new talk show Drinks of My Life, studying theater, getting into standup, handling hecklers, being called "fatphobic" and listening to criticism, growing up with a challenging dad, her relationship with her sisters and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Leg...more
Wendy's Bird Show, New Studio, Prankaroo
Jun 06 2019
First show in the new studio! Wendy Molyneux is back to tell us about her surprise pregnancy, what she'd do if she could lucid dream and a joke that went awry. It's Jeff's penultimate show and David is sad. Alison's calls out Greg Fitzsimmons and Daniel has painted the grass. Tastefully, though. Plus an attempt at Just Me Or Everyone! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably nee...more
Grey DeLisle Griffin Has Performed Over 1500 Cartoon Voices
Jun 03 2019
Voiceover artist, comedian and musician Grey DeLisle Griffin stops by to talk about campaigning to win a stripping contest, getting into standup and then getting back into standup, motherhood, fertility, the unusual structure of "My First Comedy Special," her first marriage, performing over 1500 cartoon voices, getting into character and so much more. We also took your questions. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and O...more
Gorilla Breakfasts, Humiliating Job Duties, Some Show News
May 30 2019
Alison took Elliot to the zoo and saw something she can't unsee. But doesn't want to! Daniel's Fro-yo Fridays (so-named by this week's guest Tony Thaxton) involve a humiliating job duty. Renee is an "extreme extrovert" whose depression lifted when she got a full time job. I don't care for any of that. And Tony Thaxton is here! And we have some show news. Plus more anonymous JMOEs and a question about bread notches. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Boo...more
Ben Gleib is Running for President
May 27 2019
Ben Gleib stops by the show to talk about his political campaign and more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
Jeff's Non-Punk Rock Jobs, Getting Older, SSRIs
May 23 2019
This show marks the return of our signature segment (note: not our signature segment) and an update on who won the Saskatoon berry by saying Saskatchewan most authentically. I had a birthday so age is on my mind. Also, I forgot to take a pill and felt like a bean bag. Why is that? Turns out Jeff knows and his info is courtesy of a very non-punk rock job he once had but not as non-punk rock as another job he had cleaning up poop at an animal research lab. And so much more! Check us out on Patr...more
Keanu Owes Rachel O'Brien an Email
May 20 2019
Rachael O'Brien—comedian, actress, podcaster and sometime reality star (Vanderpump Rules)—stops by to talk about growing up overweight in Astoria, Oregon, graduating early, breaking her nose, recently quitting her day job managing Air BnBs, touring Europe, dating Jax, her thoughts on Lisa Vanderpump, the Vanderpump filming process, hosting Be Here For A While and Screwed-Up Stories, her father's health and so much more. We also took your questions. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.co...more
Canada Calls In, Alison Is Wrong, Daniel Comes Undone
May 16 2019
Daniel's mix of energy drinks and fatigue finally catches up with him... during the recording of this episode. Alison turns her laser like interviewing skills first on Eric and then on Renee. And we hear from a number of Canadians via voicemail that we've been pronouncing Saskatchewan incorrectly. After being schooled, who among us says it the most authentically? Plus the proper way to use a spoon, the days it's okay to let loose and so much more including more of your racy, anonymous Just Me O...more
David Burtka Is Living A More Authentic Life
May 13 2019
David Burtka joins us to talk about his debut cookbook Life Is A Party: Deliciously Doable Recipes to Make Every Day a Celebration, meeting his husband Neil Patrick Harris, raising twins, sobriety, performing on Broadway, growing up in the midwest, coming out, losing his mother, his relationship with his father, scallops and so much more. We also took your questions and did a round of How Dare You. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attir...more
Canadian Service Berries, Eric's Love Life, Getting on Jeopardy
May 09 2019
Turns out Alison doesn't know everything about berries which is surprising considering the way she flaunts her supposed berry knowledge. Also, she once tried to go on Jeopardy. Plus iTunes comments of the week good and bad WITH A TWIST, some anonymous JMOEs, Eric Martin's love life, line readings, skincare, Accutane and so much more including poutine and owls. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Sc...more
Lori Gottlieb Doesn't Bullsh*t Her Patients
May 06 2019
Psychotherapist, national advice columnist (she writes "Dear Therapist" for The Atlantic) and New York Times bestselling author Lori Gottlieb stops by the show to talk about her new memoir Maybe You Should Talk To Someone: A Therapist, Her Therapist and Our Lives Revealed, the out-of-nowhere breakup that landed her in therapy, her circuitous career path, googling your therapist, the controversy over her previous book Marry Him, her childhood, parenting, turning down a crazy sum of money, anorex...more
Alison Doesn't Care, Jordan Is Commuting, Renee Digs Windchimes
May 02 2019
The situation with Elliot's sleep (dubbed Project Flopulus) is so dire that Alison and Daniel talked to each other ON THE PHONE which rarely happens. Hear all about an early phone call that nearly ended their relationship and also a recent outburst while Daniel was talking about Game of Thrones and politics. (My eyes glazed over just writing that and yes I'm switching between first and third person.) Renee finds windchimes whimsical and Jordan needs a phone buddy for his commutes. Plus Just Me ...more
Josh Gondelman Didn't Faint During This Podcast
Apr 29 2019
Josh Gondelman stops by to talk about his new album Dancing on a Weeknight, his forthcoming book Nice Try which is his first book since You Blew It, leaving Last Week Tonight with John Oliver to take a job as a writer and producer on Desus & Mero, marriage, his pug Bizzy, being published in the New Yorker, the difference between being nice and being good, giving Twitter pep talks, fainting and so much more. We also took your questions. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen ...more
Secrets, Kazoos, Gleeking
Apr 25 2019
Alison had a frustratingly zany morning. David has tossed a comb into his hair tools rotation. Daniel gave kazoos as gifts and immediately regretted it. Renee isn't the bewitching auburn haired podcaster she pretends to be. Everyone is alarmed by a certain curling wand. Plus clamming, iTunes comments of the week, another personality quiz and more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) ...more
Chad Daniels Doesn't Lie... Anymore
Apr 22 2019
Comedian Chad Daniels stops by to talk about his new special Dad Chaniels, practicing radical honesty now after years of lying, the kinds of stuff he used to lie about, asking Tom Segura to produce his special, shooting I Need You to Kill, his friendship with David Huntsberger, raising teenagers, living in Minnesota and so much more. We also took your questions on Patreon and Twitter. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (...more
Alison's Potato Face, Ben's Baby Police, Instant Coffee Review
Apr 18 2019
Ben Gleib is here and he's obsessed with his dog, Henry Horse. He also claims he doesn't have any ill will toward France despite being mocked by their local police after being robbed across from Notre Dame. None of us is as devastated by the fire as we feel like we're supposed to be. Also I was feeling okay about myself and then took a series of selfies which torpedoed my self-confidence. Plus so much more including a sassy nightgown, a problematic trash can and a round of Just Me Or Everyone. ...more
Andy Haynes Skied Over a Two-Lane Highway
Apr 15 2019
Comedian and writer Andy Haynes stops by to talk about growing up in Seattle with a mom who took in a series of foster children, writing, unhealthy relationships, divorce, getting sober, getting arrested, word definitions, skiing and so much more. We also did a round of How Dare You. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ri...more
Tax Time Fun Facts, Bumbling Grundles, Jordan's Hustle
Apr 11 2019
A discussion of a carb from yesteryear—the summer berry grunt—takes a hilarious and confusing turn. Seems Alison and Daniel aren't aware of a certain slang term. BUT NOW THEY ARE. Plus talk of Jordan's hustle, tax time fun facts, the movie US (no spoilers), fidgeting, a concert David and Jordan were both at, existential dread and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You pro...more
Gabe Liedman Will Swab a Bitch
Apr 08 2019
Gabe Liedman, who's written for all of your favorite shows including Broad City, Pen15, Inside Amy Schumer, The Kroll Show, Brooklyn 99 and so many more stops by the show to talk about writing the upcoming animated series Q-Force, growing up in Philly, going to a surprisingly fusty Quaker school, cooking, hoagies, his new puppy Lidia, doing a DNA test on Lidia, his first experience as a show runner on Pen15, meeting his husband on twitter, producing his husband's podcast I'm Afraid That, being ...more
Alie's Mugging, Personality Quizzes, Suzy Wetfeet
Apr 04 2019
Alie Ward, Renee Colvert and I are going to begin kickboxing and we're very excited about all the vignettes. Alie tells us about the time she was held up at knifepoint and I share a similarly traumatic story. Then we get to know ourselves via a couple personality quizzes from this book right here click this link unless you're reading this in your podcast app which doesn't have a link. It's called Kokology and a listener told me about it. We also talk about Alie's new house, Penn Jillette's ear,...more
Shane Dawson Is Nervous
Apr 01 2019
Shane Dawson makes a rare-these-days podcast appearance to talk about his recent engagement to Ryland Adams, creating multiple documentary-style series for YouTube, scandals and how they affect him, his interest in sociopathy and personality disorders, anxiety and insecurity, his upcoming series with Jeffree Star, trying to be truly authentic and so much more. We also answered questions you sent in on Patreon. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tr...more
We Found the Commercial, Knock Out Tales, Facing Mortality
Mar 28 2019
We found the commercial we were searching for last week involving a guy saying, 'Is this some kind of lamp you rub?" Is it for the product I swore it was for? You'll have to listen to find out. Plus Elliot hurt himself and I nearly passed out, Renee's taking note of notes, David's butthole definitely closes faster than Alison's, Alison is switching back and forth between first and third person, Daniel's wanting to know how I would feel about backyard guns and so much more including Deleted Twee...more
Kevin Allison Has Heard It All
Mar 25 2019
Kevin Allison (Risk, The State, Comedy Bang Bang) returns to the show to talk about his path to storytelling, creating Risk: True Tales, Boldly Told and the way it changed his entire life, celebrating 10 years of the show, last year's book Risk: True Stories People Never Thought They'd Dare to Share, the show's most transgressive content, the effects of working so closely and in such an intimate way with people, therapy, trying to come out at 12, teaching storytelling, kinkster life, The State ...more
Football Phones, David's Secret Workshop, Getting High on CBD Oil
Mar 21 2019
Daniel's looking for an excuse to stop writing intros and ALISON WILL NOT LET HIM. David has a secret workshop which we just learned about which contains magical and mysterious tools like a lathe and we don't know what else. Elliot almost pulled off his first scheme. Plus where we rate on a scale of how open we are, our earliest crushes, a commercial that Alison KNOWS exists but no one else remembers, CBD Oil reactions, Daniel's dad joke, a new TrappDog hit and so much more including the return...more
Jamie Lee Will Attend Your Wedding
Mar 18 2019
Comedian, actress and author Jamie Lee (Crashing, Girl Code, Last Comic Standing) stops by to talk about writing and acting on HBO's Crashing, advocating for romance in the writer's room, her 2016 book Weddiculous which is being turned into a TV show, body issues, binging and restricting, the challenge of discussing weight, meditation, Dr. Phil and so much more. We also answered your questions and did a round of How Dare You. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy A...more
Irish Potatoes, Postpartum Body Image, Leaving Neverland
Mar 14 2019
Remember last week when I recounted Owen's birth story? I forgot to mention a fun and funny side effect of having an epidural. Also, Renee Colvert and Eric Martin are here and Eric just directed MERYL STREEP YES THAT ONE in a project called Heads Will Roll, yet he's still humble as ever. And Meryl is just one of the many luminaries involved. We also chat about Leaving Neverland, Newsies, a birthday party I went to and my misgivings ahead of time, Daniel almost making out with models in the dese...more
Ginger Gonzaga Will Turn Down Your Super Lucrative Offer
Mar 11 2019
Ginger Gonzaga (Kidding, Togetherness, Legit, Ted) stops by the show to talk about playing a cancer patient on Showtime's Kidding (opposite her real life boyfriend Jim Carrey), growing up in Modesto, doing stand up and recent changes in the stand up world, hearing rumors about Louis CK years ago, selling her own show, improv, realizing she wanted to be an actor, PMS, eating disorders, being particular with the roles she takes, meeting Jim Carrey, going public with their relationship, #Galchat a...more
Owen's Birth Story, 2 Non Flans, Candy Cousins
Mar 07 2019
Renee Colvert and Baby Owen join us for an episode where Daniel and I recount Owen's birth story. There's a lot of fluid but also some magic and I think I've revised my former belief that childbirth is always traumatic and violent. Also we talk about Renee getting into her roommate's cookies, tactics for fluffing up food, a particularly devastating flan experience and stuff that doesn't involve snacks too. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tr...more
Sara Schaefer Has Discovered the Secret to Productivity
Mar 04 2019
Sara Schaefer stops by the show to talk about her hilarious new comedy album Live Laugh Love, her issues with "inspirational quotes on a piece of driftwood," how productive she became when she began limiting her time on social media, reworking her memoir, playing guitar and piano, Hobby Lobby, her Etsy store, traveling and so much more. We also did a round of How Dare You. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Ph...more
Beef Stroganoff, Miss Sue from Alabama, Saturday Morning Cartoons
Feb 28 2019
Remember those elementary school hand clapping rhymes like "Miss Sue from Alabama" and "Miss Susie" and "Ink-a-Dink?" How did they spread and how did we all know them? This is one of the many things we discuss on this episode. We also take your questions and delve into favorite cartoons (David Huntsberger loved Mr. Magoo), imaginary friends, cereal, Rent Live and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Othe...more
Emily Heller Can Only Be Honest
Feb 25 2019
Emily Heller stops by the show to talk about her recent standup album Pasta, writing and producing on HBO's Barry, being diagnosed with ADHD at age 31, creating the Retirement Party for Men, growing up in Northern California, her secret marriage, curly hair, needing to be absolutely honest in her standup and so much more. We also did a round of How Dare you and answered your questions. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged ...more
Jordan's Forehead Scar, Family Porn, Lawn Shrimp
Feb 21 2019
Oh hi. When you hear this I will likely be somewhere in the labor process. Most likely at the beginning, hence we recorded this ahead of time. Are you familiar with lawn shrimp? We only learned what they are very recently and wish we could wipe this knowledge from our brains. Also, we get into scars, answer listener questions, discuss family porn, vermin, dirt bikes and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (a...more
Julie and Brandy Have Stopped Doing Drugs
Feb 18 2019
Julie Goldman and Brandy Howard (Dumb Gay Politics, Bravo's The People's Couch) stop by the show to talk about how they met, being writing partners, Brandy's lifelong interest in gay culture, her experience modeling in Japan as a teenager, writing together for Fashion Police, working with Joan Rivers, frustration with auditions, Julie's childhood, thoughts on gay/straight storytelling and culture, hosting a Vanderpump aftershow on Bravo, the real scoop on the various Vanderpump cast members, dr...more
David's Puerto Rico Saga, A Baby Update, Bird Pee: Good or Bad Luck?
Feb 14 2019
David Huntsberger is finally back after his crazy tour of Puerto Rico's medical system (he needed his appendix out while there for the holidays and there were complications.) We are so happy he's finally on the mend! Plus, is a bird peeing on your good or bad luck? David has many thoughts. Also, an update on my labor situation and the extra amniotic fluid and so much more including iTunes comments of the week. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tr...more
Marcella Arguello Has a Temper (But She Doesn't Yell)
Feb 11 2019
Comedian Marcella Arguello stops by to talk about her debut album, The Woke Bully, growing up in Modesto, her father's misogyny and how it shaped her, being "white-presenting," the appeal of standup as an art form where you aren't depending on other performers, living out of her car for a period of time, her bad taste in men, dancing like Michael Jackson, which comics are rude backstage and which are kind (and she names names) and so much more. We also took your questions and did a round of "Ho...more
Jordan's Sizzler Quiz, A Screen Door Update, Alison Pees Herself On Air
Feb 07 2019
Jordan Morris joins us for a podcast wherein I pee my pants on air because something made me laugh too hard. Also we discuss living near a Sizzler and whether Daniel and I should go based on Jordan's Sizzler Quiz, playdates as children, Las Vegas commissaries, inland seafood, buffets, the woke Gillette ad, Daniel's chelada, a screen door update and so much more. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tro...more
Todd Barry Would Rather Play Guitar
Feb 04 2019
Todd Barry stops by the show to talk about being tormented by his kitten and the various measures he's taken to get a good night of sleep, growing up in the Bronx, getting into comedy, making his comedy debut in Florida, playing in a band, his love of coffee shops, disliking sushi, whether Alison has a "team" and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and Patreon. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and O...more
Daniel's Audio Tour, Eric's Traipsing, A Huntsberger Update
Jan 31 2019
We start the episode with an update about David Huntsberger's whereabouts and when he'll hopefully be returning to the show. Eric Martin is here and he just traipsed around San Francisco during Sketchfest. This reminds Alison of the birthday trip Daniel took her on to SF where they went on an overly long audio tour that only Daniel listened to. Plus a Quantzizza update, a warning from Alison not to make the same home renovation mistake she and Daniel made, an Ikea story and so much more. Chec...more
Kelly Carlin is Untangling Daughterhood
Jan 28 2019
Kelly Carlin stops by the show to talk about her new venture Women on the Verge coaching, why she prefers coaching to becoming a therapist with a private practice, the book she began writing after A Carlin Home Companion: Growing Up with George, the feeling of being asked to speak for her father (George Carlin), donating his items to a museum, taking time off social media, "untangling daughterhood," the roles our fathers play in our adult lives, meditation, losing Garry Shandling and so much mo...more
Jordan's Popcorn Suitcase, Alison's Underwear, Daniel's Public Access Show
Jan 24 2019
Jordan Morris joins us fresh from SF Sketchfest where he actually unpacked his suitcase instead of his usual "grazing." Also he bought underwear at Walmart. Speaking of underwear, Alison left hers drying in the bathroom and a podcast guest used that bathroom and now she wants to die. And Daniel is not only "disrupting" pizzas and quesadillas with his cheese innovation but he once nearly had a public access show. Plus so much more including Just Me Or Everyone, futons, deli sandwiches and an imp...more
Chris DiStefano Is a Guy Who's Been Punched
Jan 21 2019
NYC comedian Chris DiStefano joins the show to talk about whether his waist is still size 38 (the name of his new Comedy Central special is Size 38 Waist), growing up in Brooklyn, how his dad is an old world kinda guy adjusting to the new world, mob ties, his relationship with his parents, unconsciously recreating your childhood, his three year old daughter and his relationship with his daughter's mother, Stupid Questions with Chris DiStefano, his upcoming animated pilot, his CBS pilot, getting...more
Alie's Sentient 'Booch, Daniel's Continued Crush, Alison's Lyft
Jan 17 2019
Alie Ward is back and she made a big batch of kombucha she's afraid to drink and also afraid to throw out. Daniel is still denying his very apparent feelings for Marie Kondo. Alison took a Lyft that smelled like poo and tweeted about it but then Lyft wanted more info and she didn't want to get Mr. Stinky Pants in trouble. Plus updates on the amniotic fluid, news bloopers, Rachel Bloom, praying manti, Alison's bra and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen ...more
Jake Weisman and Matt Ingebretson on Absurdity of Existence; Cuteness of Cats
Jan 14 2019
Jake Weisman and Matt Ingebretson from Comedy Central's hit scripted show Corporate stop by to talk about creating the show, what they learned after the first season, artistic vision, how they met, ideas about love and romance, cats, people they hate, the ideal marital house, childhood actions that still cause them guilt, existence in general and so much more. We also took your questions and did a round of "How Dare You?" Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Aliso...more
Alison's Fluid, Ben's Homemade Hat, Daniel's Marie Kondo Crush
Jan 10 2019
Marie Kondo's cast a spell on Daniel via her Netflix show and he claims he just thinks she's "cute" but Alison is onto him. Ben Gleib returns and he's wearing a special hat. Renee had her aura photographed and went from a non-believer to an aura photo lover. Plus photo posing, Ben's Marvelous Mrs. Maisel audition, Alison's polyhydramnios (excess amniotic fluid), Kate Beckinsale and so much more including a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen ...more
Amy Miller's Crisis Year Launched Her Into Comedy
Jan 07 2019
Amy Miller (Solid Gold, Last Comic Standing, Doug Loves Movies) stops by to talk about being voted Portland's Funniest Comic twice, her encounters with Jon Hamm, generalized anxiety, stage fright, how a crisis year launched her into comedy, being recruited by a Baptist church in the East Bay, hosting Who's Your God?, stand up scenes and so much more. We also took your questions, did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and debuted a new segment called, "How Dare You." Check us out on Patreon: http:...more
Summer Berry Grunts, Miss Nelson is Missing, New Year's Resolutions
Jan 03 2019
We learn what summer berry grunts are in this episode plus Alison recounts the story of a classic book and film strip: Miss Nelson is Missing. We also talk about New Year's resolutions, Jordan's swim team, Alison's grocery delivery drama, pharmacist policies, chiropractor pens and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and ...more
Listener Picks: Favorite Moments of 2018
Dec 31 2018
We close out the year with your picks for favorite moments of 2018. Thanks for sending in your selections and see you in 2019! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
Ziplining, TV Show Hosting, Wolf Conservatories
Dec 27 2018
Piping hot fresh Christmas week content! On this episode we discuss everyone's holiday plans including David's plans to give back to Puerto Rico via his tourism and possibly zip line dollars. Will Alison ever zip line? Listen and find out. Renee will be heading to Colorado, possibly to a wolf conservatory. We also talk about whether you need to doggedly pursue your dreams or relax and let it happen and David talks about his experience hosting his own television show. Plus so much more. Check ...more
Introducing CHILDISH! (Podcast Crossover)
Dec 24 2018
Merry Christmas and happy holidays! My gift to you is the first episode of Childish, the podcast I'm doing with Greg Fitzsimmons. I hope you love it as much as we love doing it. Back on Thurs with an all new episode. For more info check out Childishpod.com. In the very first episode of Childish, Greg and Alison talk about getting caught “dad-splaining,” the gift of pregnancy orgasms, and give advice to a caller about how to make it through the insanity-inducing nights of sleep deprivation wit...more
Daniel's Work Bake-Off, Jordanberries, Alison in Forbes
Dec 20 2018
The Great British Bake-Off has nothing on the bake-off at Daniel's work. And in case you're thinking Daniel doesn't have strong feelings about brownies, you're wrong. Also mustard and coconut. Jordan Morris is here talking about things he semi knows and also helping us taste fruitcake. And Alison's disrupting days are over and now she thinks inside the box. Plus iTunes Comments of the Week and Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book...more
Cole Stratton Won't Pursue 'Tornadoes'
Dec 17 2018
Cole Stratton (SF Sketchfest, Nash Bridges, Pop My Culture Podcast) is a lifelong improviser and one of the founders and directors of SF Sketchfest. We discuss all facets of the acclaimed, long-running comedy festival. He also just released a limited series podcast with Janet Varney and a stable of improv heavy hitters called The Bat: Improv In the Dark. We chat about the pros and cons of literally performing in the dark as well as talk about his history with comedy, the early days of HBO, his...more
David and The Tickler, Action Movie Suspense, Holiday Bulb Wars
Dec 13 2018
David told a story on a recent episode about an unpleasant run in he had with a fan in Portland and THE FAN WROTE IN. You have to listen. It's very worth it. Alison shares her zillion dollar idea for a sunscreen spraying booth. Plus holiday bulb rankings, whether Alison and Daniel ooze and what it is they ooze, a listener who's had it up to here with our conformist ways, a story about key fobs and Cerritos and so much more including iTunes Comments of the Week and Just Me Or Everyone. Check u...more
Elliott Kalan Has Impostor Syndrome
Dec 10 2018
Elliott Kalan (The Daily Show, Mystery Science Theater 3000, The Flop House) stops by the show to talk about about his wonderful children's book Horse Meets Dog, The Flop House podcast, working his way from intern to head writer on The Daily Show and his decision to leave when Jon Stewart left, adjusting to Los Angeles, fatherhood, his love of presidents, a Clydesdale farm in Sonoma, the UCB class he took with Alison, Chester A. Arthur and so much more including Just Me Or Everyone. Check us ...more
A Great Vacation, Awful Teachers, Daniel's College Roommate
Dec 06 2018
We've returned from an amazing Hawaiian vacation rounded by some harrowing flights. Daniel's college roommate, author Dan DeWeese, is here to tell us what Daniel was like way back when and grow uncomfortable at the attention Daniel lavishes upon his innovative napping form. Also we talk about whether learning rules for storytelling (which they learned in film school) is a help or a hindrance. Plus things teachers have said to us that have negatively impacted us, "Island Dan," Puka dogs, Thanksgi...more
Mark Normand Is On The Spectrum
Dec 03 2018
Mark Normand returns to talk about his recent sold out live podcast (Tuesdays with Stories), being on the spectrum, relationships, pitching shows, why comedy shouldn't be put under a microscope, comedy being filled with degenerates, intimacy through injury and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Lega...more
The Game of Seduction, Anchovy Whispers, Spelling Bees
Nov 29 2018
When did everyone start saying "janky" and what does it mean exactly? Also does the friend zone exist? And guess which member of the Thursday gang is secretly a spelling bee star? Plus Topic Sombrero, a conversation that may or may not have happened and so much more including a round of Just Me Or Everyone. I am on vacation right now and writing this in a hotel room and I fear this show description doesn't accurately reflect how fun this episode really was. Check us out on Patreon: http://patr...more
Asif Ali Knows a Shocking Amount About Exotic Birds
Nov 26 2018
Asif Ali (Wrecked, Goatface) stops by the show to talk about growing up a minority in Arizona, getting into comedy, benefitting by not following the "show biz" rules, forming a sketch group with Hasan Minhaj, Fahim Anwar and Aristotle Athiras, shooting Wrecked in Fiji, scooters, the prime white people buying monkeys era and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Watch Goatface on Comedy Central November 27! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Aliso...more
Happy Thanksgiving, The Greek System, Daniel's Life of Crime
Nov 22 2018
Daniel's insane (but mercifully brief) frat experience and Renee's sorority experience are the fodder for some crazy stories that I'd never heard. Rape Rooms? THESE ARE A THING! Plus our feelings and prejudices about the Greek system, a roller coaster tooth experience, David's dark night of the soul involving a neighbor's car horn and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probabl...more
Eliza Skinner Knows What They Might Say About Her
Nov 19 2018
Comic, actress, writer, singer and producer Eliza Skinner (Cool Playlist, The Late Late Show with James Corden, Drop the Mic) stops by the show to talk about growing up with "NPR"-type parents, wanting to be a performance artist, her early acting experiences, the Richmond arts community, musical improv, auditions, sketchy casting experiences, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, moving around, working at hotels and so much more. We also did a round of Topic Sombrero and Just Me Or Everyone. Check u...more
Belly Buttons, Cryochambers, Ben Gleib's Telethon
Nov 15 2018
Ben Gleib returns to tell us about his star-studded Telethon for America and his longtime infatuation with Natalie Portman. At one point during the telethon he nearly got an answer to a question which has been plaguing him about whether Natalie remembered an interaction he had with her years prior but then Chelsea Handler made a joke and the moment was lost forever. Also, Alison is worried her belly button is going to explode which leads to some hard truths about lies we've been fed about innies...more
Travis McElroy, Jordan Morris, Michael Rosas (Live from Big Adventure Festival)
Nov 12 2018
Travis McElroy (My Brother, My Brother and Me, Adventure Zone, Schmanners), Jordan Morris (Jordan, Jesse, Go!, Bubble) and musical guest Michael Rosas join me onstage for a live show from the Big Adventure Festival in Costa Mesa, California. Plus a promo for my new podcast, Childish! To see the photos mentioned at the beginning of the episode go to the episode summary at AlisonRosen.com. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and ...more
Nibbles Hazing, Greg's Standup, Ray's Insults
Nov 08 2018
Greg is back and he had another harrowing experience with "mantra guy" when he was entirely too high to handle it. Also turns out he briefly considered doing standup. Fresh from an episode with Ray Oldhafer, Alison and Daniel recount a couple of WTF things he said. Also a recap of our fun show at Big Adventure Fest, sleep hygiene, ghosts, nighttime eating syndrome, TV Time, Busy Tonight, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen B...more
Ben Hoffman Sent Wheeler Walker, Jr. to Rehab (But He's Out Now)
Nov 05 2018
Ben Hoffman, the real identity of the person behind country superstar Wheeler Walker, Jr. stops by the show to talk about Wheeler's upcoming album, WWIII and the way Wheeler's life mirrors Ben's. For example, WWWIII is as hilarious and crass as ever but features songs about true love and settling down. Wheeler has a wife and son. Ben Hoffman has been in a solid relationship for a while now and is thinking about the future. We also talk about touring life, the Netflix animated show Ben sold and w...more
New House, Daniel's Keto Experience, Wendy's Preferred Family
Nov 01 2018
We moved and we're in a new house with a temporary new studio! Also Daniel did the keto diet and Wendy is over us and Alie Ward is here only covering her mouth to hide her new Invisalign like half the time she speaks. And Renee is here with a new roommate at home. Also Daniel claims 90 percent of the junk in this house is mine which is patently false and now my life's mission is to prove him wrong. Plus so much more including a broken snow globe and Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon...more
Courtenay Hameister Is Too Anxious For Polyamory
Oct 29 2018
Author and radio host Courtenay Hameister (Live Wire!) stops by the show to talk about her hilarious memoir Okay Fine Whatever: The Year I Went from Being Afraid of Everything to Only Being Afraid of Most Things, her RV book tour, relationships, being a late bloomer, the mixed feelings she experienced when she stopped hosting Live Wire!, live show anxiety, the genesis of the book, having sex in public, burrito night at the sex club, breathing and mindfulness, how she knew polyamory wasn't for he...more
Greg Heller Returns, Alison's Zip Fly Confusion, Daniel's Fall
Oct 25 2018
Greg Heller is back and he may have been so loud at work he caused Busy Phillips and her whole staff to move offices. Also he refused to receive a mantra while produce shopping. Alison and Daniel are moving this week and they are stressed. Alison can't throw anything out and Daniel took a humiliating spill outside. Plus we live video streamed this episode to Patreon and made the guy running the stream chime in from time to time. (His name is Dax Schaffer.) Alison is averse to human touch, accord...more
Bert Kreischer Wishes You'd Stop Calling Him Fat
Oct 22 2018
Bert Kreischer stops by the show to talk about his Sober October progress, the bet between him, Tom Segura, Joe Rogan and Ari Shaffir, the impact of Joe Rogan and Bill Burr talking to him at the Comedy Store about prioritizing standup and The Bertcast over TV hosting, allowing people to befriend him, the jokes (#bertisfat) that put him back into therapy, parting ways with the Travel Channel after eight years, eating coffee cake with his dog, his Netflix special Secret Time, his upcoming tour, fa...more
Car Wash Innovations, Jordan's Tipping Shades, Tar Pits
Oct 18 2018
We have some ideas for car wash improvements. Jordan Morris is back and he knows a shocking amount of trivia about the La Brea Tar Pits. Alison did a corporate gig and flew semi-private and now she's been ruined for all real jobs and commercial flights. Also she had pregnant-lady cous cous disaster. (She choked on a cous and pissed herself.) Plus various cities we've spent time in, iTunes comments of the week, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and why it is that Jordan and Alison do that thing they...more
Kathryn Burns No Longer Keeps Her Emmy in the Bathroom
Oct 15 2018
The list of shows Kathryn Burns has choreographed is highly impressive. In addition to her work on Crazy Ex-Girlfriend she's worked on Key & Peele, Workaholics, Another Period, Garfunkel & Oates, Wet Hot American Summer, Better Things, Jimmy Kimmel, Comedy Bang Bang and more. She's a go-to comedy choreographer but she's also worked with Carly Rae Jepsen and Pharrell. She's the first choreographer I've had on the show and I was fascinated to learn how it all works and also that there's no union t...more
Scary Movies, Cliff Diving, What's in Alison's Box?
Oct 11 2018
Double entendre alert! But really, I am terrible at moving and packing and decluttering and as proof, on-air, Daniel explores the contents of hastily packed box of crap that traveled with me from New York to California and has sat unopened in multiple apartments. Plus a discussion of movies that wrecked us for months, a restaurant in Denver that features cliff diving, a seasonal snackchat, a dog costume contest, JetSuiteX and so much more including Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon:...more
Bonnie McFarlane Doesn't Do Farm Girl Comedy
Oct 08 2018
Comedian Bonnie McFarlane stops by the show to talk about My Wife Hates Me (the podcast she cohosts with her husband Rich Vos), her book You're Better Than Me, growing up on a farm without running water in Canada, her confidence in writing, becoming a comic, ingrained sexism, sexist club owners, her documentary Women Aren't Funny, her experience on Last Comic Standing, motherhood, booking TV gigs and so much more. We also took your question and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out ...more
Ben Gleib's Bono Adventure, Renee's Turtle Release, Terrible Fro-Yo Toppings
Oct 04 2018
After going into a little more detail about Daniel's psyche unraveling last week, we find out that Ben Gleib spent a glorious evening hanging out with Bono in Tulum and Renee released some turtles and shimmied up a lifeguard stand in Cancun. Plus the owls that listen to my podcast, the high school morning announcement gig I didn't get, the worst fro-yo topping combination ever and so much more including a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy...more
Kate Spencer and Doree Shafrir of Forever 35 Were Raised by Teen Magazines
Oct 01 2018
Kate Spencer (The Dead Moms Club) and Doree Shafrir (Buzzfeed, Startup: A Novel) of hit podcast Forever 35 stop by the show to talk about the intention behind their show, skincare challenges, not sleeping in makeup, anxiety, the book writing process, whether eye cream works, being raised by teen mags, pregnancy and infertility, hemorrhoid treatments you can buy in bulk, haircuts, self-care, meeting on Tumblr, slow fashion and so much more. We also took questions from listeners and a did a round ...more
Daniel's Crisis, David's Snake Story, Coyote Hazing
Sep 27 2018
Daniel can't understand what Trader Joe's carrot cake spread is used for and experiences a psychic unraveling that threatens to derail the show. Alison needs glasses and is hoping they'll add some spice to her face but has a disappointing frame shopping experience. David has a terrifying snake story and we all have some snake questions. Alison has a door update. Elliot gets a haircut. Renee is on board with our #Snackchat item and so much more including a round of Just Me Or Everyone and some co...more
Ralph Garman Doesn't Hold Grudges... Anymore
Sep 24 2018
Ralph Garman (KROQ, The Joe Schmo Show, Hollywood Babble-On) stops by to talk about his new Monday-through-Friday show The Ralph Report, his idyllic childhood, losing weight to play the lead in a number of high school musicals, living with Adam Carolla, his feelings about radio, being ousted from The Kevin & Bean Show, trying to let go of resentment, his friendship with Kevin Smith, the loss of his son, living with grief and how it's impacted the way he fathers his daughter and more. We also too...more
Alison's Rage, Lululemon Horseplay, An Upsetting Snackchat
Sep 20 2018
Alison is FIRED UP! You know how books burn at 451 degrees Fahrenheit, apparently? Alison's rage is burning at 452! And it has nothing to do with the event she's missing to do this recording. Also Renee used to work at a fancy yoga store and got let go for the best reasons. Plus Daniel shares some of his cult knowledge, David tells a harrowing boat story that Alison had a teeeeeeensy weeeeeeeensy bit of trouble following because of aforementioned rage and then everyone tried the Cynthia Nixon ba...more
Nikki Glaser is Monogamous with Her Hatred
Sep 17 2018
(CW: This podcast contains a discussion of suicidal thoughts.) Nikki Glaser (Comedy Central, Sirius XM's You Up w/Nikki Glaser, Dancing with the Stars) stops by the show to talk about why she finds nihilism to be soothing, her struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts, the huge impact meditation has made on her life, giving guys PTSD, becoming best friends with a guy who broke her heart whom she actively hated for over a decade, how she got over the hate, jokes you can and can't make on Co...more
Alison's Medical Scare, Alie's Sleep Tracking, Cynthia Nixon's Bagel
Sep 13 2018
Alison had a frightening doctor's appointment and is having trouble shaking it off. Alie Ward is here to fondly recall the cupcake she gave Alison a bite of and share news of how tracking her sleep has resulted in sleeping better. Daniel scratches his back and eats peanuts like a dad, both of which started before children. Plus we talk about some important topics such as Marky Mark's hate crimes and crazy schedule and Cynthia Nixon's sweet/savory bagel order. And a round of Just Me Or Everyone! ...more
Ken Marino and I Have a Date to Get Facials
Sep 10 2018
Ken Marino (Dog Days, The State, Burning Love) stops by the show to talk about male grooming products, whether he's ever had a facial, working with his wife (screenwriter Erica Oyama), directing Dog Days and the challenges of filming animals, whether he feels typecast, how he got into comedy, exercise, the relationship among members of The State, fatherhood, that Rock n Rollercoaster pre-ride video, catchphrases and so much more. We also took your questions over Patreon and Twitter and did a rou...more
Hiccup Remedies, Standardized Birthdays, Social Jeff Warriors
Sep 06 2018
Where's Jeff been on recent Monday shows? Why won't Alison allow him to talk or plug his projects? The listenership demands answers and we have them. Plus some hiccup remedies, a plea for whoever sent the nice "Nibbles" tray to reveal their identity, some talk about giant olives and Las Vegas over the years, financial and existential anxiety, a terrible idea that everyone except Alison seems to like regarding how people should celebrate their birthdays, a misunderstanding about cereal, an egregi...more
John Henson Wants to Teach You The Basics
Sep 03 2018
John Henson (Talk Soup, Wipeout!) returns to the show to regale us with stories of Judge Judy's distractingly soft coat, the emotional letter his father wrote to his grandchildren, his new pilot where he quickly takes you through the news of the day with a comedic left-leaning slant, hosting for Food Network, why improv is "36 hour Cialis," the tough questions raised by Louis CK's recent performance, what kind of parent he is, The Big Picture, falling asleep during a recent tattoo and so much mo...more
Email Loops, Valley Girl Voiceovers, Malicious Blueberries
Aug 30 2018
Alison forgot to close an email loop creating temporary scheduling chaos and this isn't the first time this has happened. Eric Martin is here, fresh from Korean BBQ and pinball. Alison is afraid of her beloved blueberries and also thinks her feet might be shrinking. Renee is impressed with Daniel's knowledge of Rogers and Hammerstein. Alison is wondering what's going on with a certain voiceover style she keeps hearing. And she relates strongly to Glynnis MacNicol's book No One Tells You This. Pl...more
Erin Gibson Thinks You're Nasty
Aug 27 2018
Erin Gibson (Throwing Shade, Gay of Thrones) stops by to talk about her forthcoming tome, Feminasty: The Complicated Woman's Guide to Surviving the Patriarchy Without Drinking Herself To Death. I loved this book. It's as informative as a textbook but as readable and hilarious as a memoir which is quite a feat. We talked about the writing process, how Erin became a font of info, the book she originally set out to write, her DIY divorce from her first husband, being aware of inequality from a youn...more
Alison's Million Dollar Idea, "Virtue Signaling," Fan Phone Call
Aug 23 2018
Alison has a million dollar idea for a product called Hidden Bite Henries. What are they? See if you can guess! (But then listen to find out.) Demi Adejuyigbe is back after far too long and now he writes for late night! Alison wants to know how to handle a certain type of online interaction. Daniel's all about Country Garden magazine. Renee Colvert is here and she's a good person but not nearly as good as our fan phone call recipient, Todd Campbell, who donated a kidney to a stranger and then hi...more
James Gunn (orig. aired 3/25/12)
Aug 20 2018
I really like James Gunn—I disagree with his firing—and I wanted to replay one of the episodes he's been on. Decided to go all the way back to the near-beginning of this show. He was one of my first guests, appearing on the fifth episode of this podcast. The show has changed in big and small ways since then. I say more about this at the top of the episode. He also appeared in 2015 and talked a lot about Guardians of the Galaxy. What follows is the original show description: On this episode of ...more
Alison's Eyebrow, Daniel's Shame Face, Eating Songbirds
Aug 16 2018
Alison recalls something she heard that always confused her when she was a teacher's aide at Vacation Bible School many years ago. Renee Colvert is back and she's dressed like supergirl. Danielle Radford is back and she was once hit by a bus. Not to be outdone, Jeff's been hit twice by cars. We also talk about toxic fandom, hair texture types, wearing a wig, Alison's eyebrow, Alison's windedness and a tiny bit of marital serendipity that Daniel and Alison experienced. Plus so much more including...more
Sara Schaefer Is Sick of Social Media
Aug 13 2018
Comedian Sara Schaefer is back to talk about her upcoming memoir and how the process of revisiting old diaries allowed her to see herself more clearly. We talk about the traumatic turning point in her childhood when her father admitted to criminal activity, her relationship with religion, concerns that entertainment was a selfish pursuit, being a rule follower, the experience of having a show on MTV (Nikki and Sara Live), working with Nikki Glaser, pitching shows, feeling understood by her boyfr...more
Daniel's Birthday, Baby Gender Reveal, Alison's Self-Tanning Fiasco
Aug 09 2018
It's Daniel's birthday and it's a big one. My God he's old! Alison and Daniel celebrated at a picturesque romantic restaurant that was neither. Renee and David are here and Renee snorted at a client. David won't tell us his birthday. Alison finds out that there's... oh no I started this sentence and then got a text and now I can't remember what I found out. Oh yes! I found out there's a podcast which shares a similar name to one of our segments and should I send a cease and desist? Also should I...more
Greg Fitzsimmons Needs a Good Cry
Aug 06 2018
My future podcasting partner joins me for a candid talk about the second season of Crashing on HBO, the rough few months he's had with the passing of his father in law and his wife's emergency surgery, fatherhood and relationships with fathers in general, needing a good cry and a line of cry spas he wants to open, the Me Too movement, the difficulty in talking about aspects of the Me Too movement and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropic...more
Daniel's Baby Names, Dr. Laura's Legos, Old Timey Pranks
Aug 02 2018
It's been a heady week with National Lipstick Day and National Cheesecake day and we determine early on that businesses should hire us to consult for them since we have a lot of stuff figured out. Except we don't have any baby names at the ready so Daniel's put together a list. We also talk about Dr. Laura, whether to read other people's emails if they're handed to you, picking up money on the street, old timey pranks, Daniel's butt crack awareness, "The Rooster," and so much more. Plus we did a...more
Allie Mac Kay Doesn't Care What You Think... Anymore
Jul 30 2018
Television and radio personality Allie Mac Kay (KROQ's Kevin and Bean Show, KTLA) stops by the show to talk about the challenges of joining a long running radio show under difficult circumstances, second guessing herself, her path to becoming a reporter, going for what she wants and her self-described "delusional" self-confidence, the job she almost took instead of Kevin and Bean, working in Park City, sports, birds, KTLA, power struggles, online rumors and so much more. We also took your questi...more
Life Updates, Pudding Revisited, David's Luxurious Extensions
Jul 26 2018
Turns out a lot of people at the table are unfamiliar with Yorkshire Pudding which is shocking to Alison. David Huntsberger is back and his hair is even more luxurious than before. Alison has an update about a recent controversial topic on the show. Also, house remodeling updates, moving updates and baby updates. Plus some talk about how neatly loose ends need to be tied up in a movie heavy on symbolism, a challenge to the listeners to name a specific room in the new house, iTunes comments of th...more
Corin Nemec Doesn't Live Here Anymore
Jul 23 2018
Corin Nemec (Parker Lewis Can't Lose, The Stand, Stargate SG-1) stops by the show to talk about growing up fast as a child actor, his experiences on Webster and I Know My First Name is Steven, playing villains as he's gotten older, the particular challenges he faced playing Ted Bundy and Richard Speck, his involvement in graffiti culture, painting and art, getting community service when he was busted breaking into and tagging a high school, a special acting coach who opened his eyes to what it m...more
Heel Clicks, Vape Lords, Daniel's Ally Sheedy Crush
Jul 19 2018
Renee Colvert is convinced Alison can do a heel click and Daniel can do a cartwheel but she doesn't know what she's dealing with here. Also, she used to host a show called Fear Factor Live at Universal where audience members volunteered to be electrocuted for a t shirt. Audiobook bigwig and Bubble director Eric Martin is back and he's kicked off his new work-from-home attire of sweatpants to join us. (He wore pants.) Alison is excited about her upcoming interview with Corin "Corky" Nemec and isn...more
Maria Menounos Is Pressing Pause
Jul 16 2018
Maria Menounos stops by the show to talk about the craziness of discovering she had a brain tumor while caring for her mom who, herself, was battling stage 4 brain cancer, the surprising gifts the experience gave her, her relationship with God, trying to stay positive, learning guitar, the letters she wrote her parents and boyfriend (now husband) before surgery, what she fights about with her spouse, mending fences with her brother, whether she'll take another position on air, her Sirius show an...more
Jordan's Druggy Drugs, Jeff's Homemade Cheez-Its, The Summer of Toodles
Jul 12 2018
Jordan Morris and Danielle Radford (Bubble) are here to help weigh in on Snack Chat featuring Jeff's surprisingly gourmet homemade Cheez-Its (recipe below). And Jordan has some questions about everyone's drug use which ushers in too many confessions. The summer of toodles is underway but Jordan isn't so sure he's on board. Plus we talk about secret parrothead concerts and the lifestyle in general, semantics, the Bodega Boys, Sweet Valley High, Daniel's missing Starbucks wife and so much more. We...more
Ray Oldhafer, Chris Boehm, Colin Cheer and a Question from Dr. Drew
Jul 09 2018
Ray Oldhafer, Chris Boehm and Colin Cheer of the home improvement podcast Do Tell Ray stop by to help Alison decide which direction to go with her new backyard before taking some questions over voicemail and twitter including a surprise call from the one and only Dr. Drew. We also talk about everyone's pasts including Colin's history of being a "chaos magnet," Chris's addiction and rehab experiences, Ray's OCD notebook, Ray and Colin's childhood friendship with Adam Carolla, home improvement pet...more
Alie Ward's Fishnet Burn, Call Centers, DQ's Beautiful Butt Crack
Jul 05 2018
Alie Ward joins us on this episode to talk about her experience working in call centers, the special challenges faced by summer goths (fishnet sunburn) and the specific poultry Ron Popeil hates. I share an update on the personal news I revealed last week (being vague for people who aren't up to date) and Daniel and I discuss Daniel's underwear strategy and why he'd prefer people see his gorgeous butt crack instead the top of his underwear. Also questions about how thick human skin is, wormholes ...more
Jen Gotch Hates Nutshells; Likes Emotional Rating Systems
Jul 02 2018
Entrepreneur and mental health advocate Jen Gotch (founder and CCO of Ban.do) stops by to talk about how she created the multimillion dollar lifestyle brand, being bipolar, her emotional rating scale, self-awareness, how Ban.do developed and why she doesn't really consider it a "fashion" brand, creating the sell out necklaces that said "anxiety" and "depression" and what both feel like to her, her career path, her relationship with her parents, her new Girlboss Media podcast Jen Gotch Is OK... S...more
Personal News, David's Potato Salad, Alison's Hand Flapping
Jun 28 2018
Alison has two to three bits of personal news to share, some of which Daniel doesn't even know yet. But first, David shares the important role potato salad played in his life and talks about the experience of being filmed for the documentary Tig and Last Comic Standing. Then a heated round of our "signature" segment that we don't know the name of, "Yes Puh-leeze, Oh Puh-leeze or Bitch Please?" breaks out regarding milk versus dark chocolate. Tempers flare! Then we determine the best email sign ...more
Stephanie Allynne Isn't Joining Your Group
Jun 25 2018
Stephanie Allynne (One Mississippi, Twin Peaks: The Return, Pistol Shrimps) stops by the podcast to talk about the times in her life she had a gut feeling of revulsion upon encountering tight knit groups and the way it pushed her life in different directions; growing up in Claremont, Buffalo and Temecula; going to a born again high school; meeting comedian (and now her wife) Tig Notaro and feeling drawn to her but being certain she was straight; coming to terms with her sexuality; bringing twins...more
Savory Puddings, Errant Nails, The Rise of Fascism
Jun 21 2018
Everyone on the show is disturbed with the state of the world. After introducing our guests (Renee Colvert and Daniel Van Kirk join us) and talking about unflattering nicknames, ice box cakes, various tri-state areas and a sitcom about Dinosaurs that Alison never knew existed, we discuss historical parallels and the guilt of doting on our own kids in our comfortable homes while migrant families are being separated and detained. Then we read an email from a listener who backs up Alison's fear tha...more
Sarah Colonna Is Addicted to Not Getting Murdered
Jun 18 2018
Comedian, actor and author Sarah Colonna (Chelsea Lately, Has Anyone Seen My Pants?, Life as I Blow It) stops by the podcast to talk about playing an alcoholic pageant mom on the new Netflix show Insatiable, Clutch Women (the line of stadium regulation size handbags she created as a clever response to the NFL's strict policy about bags), her marriage to The Seahawks' Jon Ryan, his intense love of Christmas, concerns about injuries, playing a woman with addiction issues, her fear of knives and lo...more
Russian Stink Eye, Daniel's Starbucks Wife, Jordan's Noseplay
Jun 14 2018
Daniel is convinced he's going to be murdered by the Russian mob and it's not for the reasons you might think. Jordan Morris is here and he's brought the director of Bubble, Eric Martin, who himself if an accomplished voiceover, audiobook and podcast guy who has a hot tip regarding a neti pot. Alison is cool with Daniel's special Starbucks wife. Also, Alison has some embryos inside her right now, just hanging out and deciding which way they want this whole thing to go. Plus Jordan's new addictio...more
Alison Hour (News, Your Qs, The Return of Fan Phone Call)
Jun 11 2018
I briefly talk about the horror of separating migrant kids from their parents and my concerns about the extent of this crisis. Then I move on to lighter fare, taking your questions on everything from how I knew Daniel was The One to favorite X song, aversion to change, a difference of opinion I had with my therapist regarding whether another woman is a bitch or not (she is) and the Romance Writers of America. Plus more including the return of Fan Phone Call! Check us out on Patreon: http://p...more
Army Duffels, The Psychopath Test, Traveling Alone
Jun 07 2018
Alison and Daniel have added a new/used car to their lives but Alison is bristling at her new straight-down-the-middle mom-in-her-40s identity. Also, there was a guy at the dealership who couldn't believe Alison didn't want to buy an extended warranty and Daniel is sure he's a psychopath. Jeff concurs, based on this book and the framed predator skin print. David has some hilarious skiing stories, Renee is here to talk to dudes about hair and we're now the number one army surplus duffel bag podca...more
Lauren Sivan Speaks Out
Jun 04 2018
Television and radio journalist Lauren Sivan (Oxygen's Abuse of Power, KABC with Dr. Drew) found herself part of the news cycle late last year when she spoke out about her own disturbing Harvey Weinstein experience. We talk about the incident and bizarre aftermath, why she chose to come forward (though really, she says she'd been telling everyone who would listen for years), her experiences with harassment, the culture at Fox News where she worked for many years, feeling betrayed by her most rec...more
Jordan's Hugs, Possible Intruders, Alison's Crackling
May 31 2018
Jordan Morris announces a secret scripted podcast he's put together called Bubble, based on his popular pilot of the same name. Not only that, his hugs are incredible and you should get one if you can. Alison and Daniel have intruders. The stress of a new house and this whole car situation is threatening to made Alison crackle. Crackle? Just go with it. And some Elliot news, a discussion of the ethics of marital television watching, TV Talk, Stan Lee, whether Daniel has high or low self-regard, ...more
Alison Tackles the Big Questions
May 28 2018
Do I believe in fate? Do I believe in an afterlife? What would I eat if food had no calories? I tackle the important questions in this solo show including why I have no guest for the second week in a row. Also I talk about an annoying life situation that leads to what feels like an epiphany, if I can put it into practice. Also I gossip and name names and dish some dirt but in a respectable way, I hope. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire ...more
Smarmy Car Guys, Hair Hacks, David's Grossout Threshold
May 24 2018
Remember when going to a car dealership wasn't a miserable experience? Seems like there was a honeymoon period for car dealerships where they didn't make you want to immediately want to take a shower but those days are behind us, if Alison and Daniel's weekend excursion is any indication. Also, Renee has returned to Brazilian straightening after Japanese straightening and she teaches Alison a tip for taming cowlicks. Plus more bra talk and general discomfort-all-the-time talk, a conflict between...more
Alison Solo Show
May 21 2018
I answer your questions and talk about a breaking news story. A listener wants to know what I learned from my experience on the Adam Carolla Show. Plus a car and home update, my general discomfort regarding bras, what TV shows I'm watching, pot smoking, thoughts about I Feel Pretty, the way going back to bed kills your day, sneaky diet soda calories, topics I avoid if Daniel is on the show and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Att...more
Alison Got High, Alie's Emmy Dress, Smelly Sneezes
May 17 2018
Alison recounts her experience on Getting Doug With High plus shares about the book signing and her birthday. Alie Ward is back and she attended the Emmy's. Pitbull's fragrance makes an appearance at the table. Plus some heated pickled egg talk, a remembrance of Daniel's accidental pot cookie ingestion, Just Me Or Everyone and more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a ...more
Ali Segel Is An Accidental Art Star
May 14 2018
Ali Segel began drawing pictures of celebrities with braces for fun and now her art is on billboards and she's about to be designing clothes for one of her favorite clothing shops. She's also a writer, host, former teacher, survivor of domestic violence and the younger sister of a famous movie star. (But she doesn't want to be your friend if this fact excites you too much.) We talked about all of this, answered your questions and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: htt...more
Dave's Terrible ID, Alison's Iced Epiphanies, Daniel's Ball of Denim
May 10 2018
Alison had two epiphanies however with Daniel out of the room for a bit, she has to put them on ice. Meanwhile, David once had a legendarily bad fake ID, six pounds found their way onto this podcast courtesy of daytime Nibbles, we discuss wine coolers and The Simpsons, David thinks what is and isn't a Chooch is a cool people game which it so isn't, everyone is afraid of teenagers, Alison and Daniel have a laundry kerfuffle and so much more including iTunes Comments of the Week and Just Me Or Eve...more
Jackie Johnson
May 07 2018
Jackie Johnson, host of beauty, skin care and self-care podcast Natch Beaut stops by to talk about teen magazines, growing up in Dallas, her relationship with her sister in high school, being vegan and cruelty-free, her virginal stink, the Lululemon story, micro-blading, why all the people thinking of moving to LA should stay home, how she found her dog Chooch, oil cleansing, her husband Adam, my stinky flat iron, wedding planning and so much more including a segment she did with the weather per...more
Finnish Hospitality, The Grand Canyon, Jordan's Sizable Gift Card
May 03 2018
Jordan Morris is here with a Jordan quiz! Daniel has an amazing story involving the Grand Canyon and Finnish hospitality that Alison had never heard before. David Huntsberger had fantasies of stealing one of Maria Menounos's floofy office pillows. Nibbles is no longer nocturnal. And more! Plus a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) You probably need to buy a new ARIY...more
Mandy Stadtmiller Is Sorry
Apr 30 2018
Journalist Mandy Stadtmiller (NY Post, xoJane, Penthouse, New York) stops by the show to talk about her page-turning memoir Unwifeable, meeting and marrying comedian Pat Dixon whom she says is the first man she's 100% herself around, developing empathy for Trump supporters (her husband is one), dating Aaron Sorkin and finding a version of herself played by Hope Davis on The Newsroom, being tasked with writing a "takedown" piece on Bethenny Frankel, being a "first person human trafficker," attend...more
Frozen Embryos, Alie's Goth Past, Gross Nature
Apr 26 2018
Remember when John Travolta mispronounced Idina Menzel's name at the Oscars? Jeff was unfamiliar so we had to dig up the clip to celebrate it. Alie Ward is back and we get to the bottom of how goth she used to be. Also, she had relations with a man who sported a top knot. Alison has some baby making business to discuss. Plus a review of Love Never Dies and talk of laser hair removal, My So Called Life, mice, whether nature is gross or not, iTunes Comment of the Week, Just Me Or Everyone and an ...more
Jimmy Pardo Owes Me $20
Apr 23 2018
I'm experimenting with making the title of the one-on-one interview shows a full sentence or phrase like the above instead of just the guest's name. What do you think? Make your mind up after you listen to this delightful episode featuring the always hilarious Jimmy Pardo (Never Not Funny)! Once again we trekked to his studio since he's allergic to not just dogs but also, we learned, cats and horses. And other stuff! We chatted about the weight he's lost in his face, his new passion for sweatin...more
The Alison Quiz V.2, Tropical Attire Encouraged, Problematic Peanut Butter
Apr 19 2018
Who knows Alison best? Is it her husband? Her producer? Her pals? The listeners? Play along at home. Also the backstory of Alison's book Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me), good peanut butter versus problematic peanut butter, birthday blues and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) This show is brought to you by ...more
Moshe Kasher
Apr 16 2018
Moshe Kasher stops by to talk about The Honeymoon Stand Up Special—the three-part comedy special he shot with his wife Natasha Leggero which is available on Netflix April 17. We also talked about his six-week old daughter, his relationship history, how he met and began dating Natasha, panic eating, The Road Less Traveled, Love and Limerence, calling couples onto the stage and roasting them as part of the special, the loneliness of the road and so much more. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Ever...more
Number One Tooth Podcast, Disappearing Butts, Renee Colvert Quiz
Apr 12 2018
Alison was the guest monologist at Theme Park Improv at Dynasty Typewriter and she shares about her experience. (She can't stop talking about teeth, basically.) Daniel is experiencing a pants problem. Renee is back with a quiz that has Alison and David fiercely competing. And David has some harsh words for the listeners. Plus a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me) Yo...more
Ali Rosen
Apr 09 2018
Ali Rosen—cookbook author, food journalist and host of the Emmy-nominated food-and-wine show Potluck with Ali—stops by the show and she's easily one of my new favorite people and I would say that even if she didn't have the same name as I do. We talked about her path from serious news to food, growing up in South Carolina, motherhood, name stuff, her cookbook Bring It! and the process of putting it together, the notion of potlucks, local news, the Easter Egg Roll, uni and more. And we heard from...more
Burrito Butts, Piss Vixens, The Alie Ward Quiz
Apr 05 2018
You know how when you have a crush on someone you're willing to travel great lengths to see them? Alison wants to feel that way but applied to being willing to deal with annoying parking situations. Dave had a frustrating encounter with an age-confusing lady in the express lane. Alie Ward has brought her serum. Also we take a quiz to see who knows Alie Ward best. Plus the best part of the burrito, myriad sliding doors moments for Alie, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and so much more. Check us ou...more
Adam Conover
Apr 02 2018
Adam Conover (Adam Ruins Everything, Bojack Horseman) stops by to talk about growing up with ADHD, choosing comedy over philosophy (and what they have in common), cooking and umami, why MSG isn't bad for you, the episode of his show that got the biggest push back, therapy, self-improvement, joke writing, roundabouts and so much more. We also took questions and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Preorder Alison's Book! You probably need t...more
Alison's Kuato, Jordan's Xplicit Vapes, The David Huntsberger Quiz
Mar 29 2018
The quizzes are back! This week we find out who knows ol' Honey Huntsberger the best. Alison learns who Kuato is. Jordan may have been looking to buy his cat a sweater. Plus an epiphany that almost happened, deleted tweets, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and more! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Brandless (use promo code HELLO), Havenly and True Religion (enter R...more
Alice Wetterlund
Mar 26 2018
Comedian Alice Wetterlund of television (Silicon Valley, People of Earth, Glow), film (Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates) and podcast (Treks and the City, Mrs. Maisel Goys) fame is on the show to talk about her growing up with a mom who wouldn't let people compliment her looks, wanting to be a very short model, her path through the world of fine art, entitlement, getting sober, her relationship with her ex-husband, relationships in general, improv and stand up, fear of being alone and so much mo...more
Serums, Scones, Dave's Night Nurse Service
Mar 22 2018
Alie Ward is back and she's been using a serum. Alison went on a sister's trip over the weekend and didn't order the scones. David Huntsberger is offering to put Elliot to sleep. Alison is tapering off Lexapro and doesn't know what's real, feelings wise. Plus book promo news, talk of anxiety, iTunes comments of the week, the return of Deleted Tweets and so much more including a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ...more
Ken Reid
Mar 19 2018
Ken Reid hosts the TV Guidance Counselor podcast where a guest picks an issue of the TV Guide from his vast collection and they discuss what the guest used to watch in primetime. He's also a comedian with an intense day job and has a crazy backstory. And three dogs including a standard poodle. We discussed Boston, the punk band he was in as a teenager, all the dead bodies he's seen, his suicide attempt at five years old, family, drug addiction, violence, how he lands great guests and so much mor...more
Alison's Nitrous Epiphany, Dave's Rancid Cheesecake, Jordan AKA Stassi
Mar 15 2018
I had nitrous at the dentist's office and it led to an epiphany that wasn't nearly as profound as it felt at the time. Dave loves cheesecake and won't hear any cheesecake guff. Jordan's going on a date with Daniel and me. Plus so much more including the return of Yes Please Or Oh Puhleeze which we're going to rename and the return of iTunes Comment of the Week. And we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIY...more
Alison Answers Your Questions
Mar 12 2018
I answered your questions on this episode and also talked about a horrendous bit of Dr. Laura advice. Would I clone my dog like Barbra Streisand? Most awkward on air moment? Was I ever pressured to be a conservative on Fox News? 'Sup with my hair? These are just a few of the topics discussed. Also skin products, food issues, parenting stuff, Greg Fitzsimmons podcast update, book news, behind the scenes info AND MORE. Plus #snackchat, #galchat and a round of Just Me Or Everyone! Check us out on P...more
Fair Warnings, Alison's Airbag Anxiety, Jordan's Mean Dentist
Mar 08 2018
We get more detail about Wendy Molyneux's straight-from-college San Francisco sojourn. Jordan's here to discuss tantric dentistry. Alison's freaking out over the airbag recall and also other stuff in general. Wendy's pointing out that we're inside a giant experiment that isn't going well. Plus some Bachelor talk, "fair warning," a surgery recap, becoming a cartoon of yourself and so much more including Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably ...more
Stephanie Wittels Wachs
Mar 05 2018
Stephanie Wittels Wachs, sister of beloved comedy writer Harris Wittels (Parks and Recreation, Humblebrag) stops by the show to talk about Everything is Horrible and Wonderful: A Tragicomic Memoir of Genius, Heroin, Love and Loss; writing the book in real time; the grief process; the manic investigative phase; feeling liberated by the realization that nothing means anything; loving an addict; anger; pregnancy; future-tripping; parenting a child with hearing loss; fighting to get Texas to cover h...more
Alison's Wicker Basket, Alie's NoPoo, The Semiotics of Emma Gonzalez
Mar 01 2018
I'm recovering from surgery (the surgery discussed on the podcast) and a little too out of it to write a good summary but there was #GalChat involving Alie Ward's cleansing conditioner, a discussion of Emma Gonzalez, Alison's adventures in advocating for herself, an overflowing wicker basket, bill pay chat which David Huntsberger was not into, honey, worm hollering, laser printers and more. Plus a round of Just Me Or Everyone. And the dogs Alie rescued are up for adoption! Check us out on Patreo...more
John Roderick and Benjamin Harrison
Feb 26 2018
John Roderick (The Long Winters, Roderick on the Line, Omnibus) and Benjamin Harrison (The Greatest Generation) stop by to talk about Friendly Fire—the podcast on which they discuss war movies with their pal Adam Pranica—how they met, growing up with military parents, John's political career, the advent of a psychological understanding of PTSD, John's romantic entanglements, parenthood, Nanotubes Quantz, Ben's documentary, Seattle bands and so much more. We also took your questions and did a ro...more
Circus Circus, Alie's Quiz, The Silverlake Roasters
Feb 22 2018
Inspired by Alie Ward's reunion talk on the last episode, Alison shares her own very recent reunion of a Sklar and his computer. This prompts a discussion of computer bags versus backpacks versus briefcases. Alison is having surgery soon and she's anxious. How do you advocate for yourself in a medical setting? David believes in presenting a united front. Plus the difference between being assertive and being a jerk. And a very special ologies quiz! And some steaming Circus Circus and cold soup ta...more
Jason and Randy Sklar
Feb 19 2018
The Sklar Brothers return to the show to talk about their new documentary Poop Talk for which they interviewed a number of comedians and experts. They did not interview Alison even though she has so much to say about poop and one feels this is a grave oversight. (She's been promised a spot in Poop Talk Number Two.) We also talk about parenting, Randy's surprising knowledge of Jennifer Aniston's love life, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Grey's Anatomy, individuating, their initial reluctance to ...more
Alie Ward's Drone Reunion, Daniel's Wine Pint, It's Alison's Show
Feb 15 2018
Alie Ward successfully reunited a drone with its owner which turns out to be just one of many reunions she's orchestrated. Daniel is drinking a tall pint of wine and puts his foot in his mouth. Alison thinks her doctor is having an affair and also she uses the phrase "tip your mitt" which apparently no one is familiar with. Plus details about her upcoming book! David attempts a volleyball reunion. And we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen ...more
Phil Rosenthal Returns
Feb 12 2018
Everybody Loves Raymond creator Phil Rosenthal (Somebody Feed Phil, I'll Have What Phil's Having) stops by to talk about the new season of his food and travel show, great theme songs, working with Netflix, persistence, fulfilling the promise he made to himself as a child, meditation, umami, quitting, unsettling things he's eaten, working with comics versus working with chefs, anxiety and so much more. He also dispenses travel advice, answers your questions and does a round of Just Me Or Everyone...more
Alison's Mean Segue, Wendy's Grudge, Philly Sports Chants
Feb 08 2018
Daniel watched the Superbowl and Daniel yelled things at the screen and Alison wants to know how he knew what to yell. Good thing Wendy with her extensive knowledge of sports and specifically Philly sports chants is here to explain. Wendy's been holding a grudge since grade school and now Alison is worried Wendy will hold a grudge against her after a mean segue. Plus a basic woman doll, herder, Veg-all, Alison being approached by the woman who tormented her in 7th grade, David Huntsberger's hair...more
Ray Oldhafer
Feb 05 2018
Ray Oldhafer returns to the show to talk about construction, being fired from Ace on the House, therapy, his love of baths, Bill Pullman's oranges, sloshing sounds, his new podcast Do Tell Ray, Jimmy Kimmel, fighting and so much more. We also took your questions and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
House Hunting, Curly Hair Probs, Daniel's Apology
Feb 01 2018
Alison and Daniel put an offer on a house and now Alison is second guessing everything. Alie Ward is here and her hair is causing green screen problems so she allowed the patriarchy to straighten her hair. Daniel has a message for the people who were offended with his dismissal of English crime dramas set in the countryside. Plus lettuce talk, Nibbles-proofing the house, dating stories, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You proba...more
Jess Rona
Jan 29 2018
Comedian, director, and dog-groomer-to-the-stars Jess Rona joins the show to talk about her new book Jess Rona's Groomed, how she got into dog grooming, the instagram account that started it all, her "crazy raver" phase, having "a mouth" on her, music, ska, Rachel Bloom, Andy Garcia, Tegan and Sarah, meeting her husband, meditation, waiting tables, new agey stuff and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] ...more
Event Anxiety, Celeb Snubs, Lizzie's Crime Spree
Jan 25 2018
Throwing a party feels like a minefield for Alison. David Huntsberger was snubbed by a well known celeb and Jeff Fox guessed who it was! Lizzie Molyneux (Bob's Burgers) is here to talk about lunch and crime. Daniel is wrong about British crime dramas. Plus games of emotional chicken, water, dog knickers, small waves, snack chat with treats from Germany and so much more. Plus a round of Just Me Or Everyone! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new...more
Janeane Garofalo and Matt Nathanson (Live from Sketchfest!)
Jan 22 2018
Special STEREO release! Janeane Garofalo and Matt Nathanson join me onstage live from the Gateway Theatre in San Francisco! Chatting! Tap Dancing! Music! AND MORE! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] Download the episode from iTunes. You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
Sketchfest Recap, Jeff's Hair Routine, Wendy's Afterlife Plans
Jan 18 2018
We're back from Sketchfest and Alison can't stop talking about it. Jeff packed light to accommodate audio equipment so he had to perform his previously-unknown-to-us hair routine on the fly. Wendy Molyneux's got plans for the afterlife. David Huntsberger may or may not have gotten tiny hair extensions. Alison's relationship with grocery stores is unsettling to Daniel. Plus a round of Just Me Or Everyone! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] Download the episode f...more
Natalie Coughlin
Jan 15 2018
Twelve-time Olympic medalist Natalie Coughlin stops by the show to talk about the life of a competitive swimmer, headless chickens, vacuuming a vacuum, falling asleep in class, her upcoming cookbook, learning all about wine for her wine label Gaderian Wines, how she met her husband, cold water, waiting, drug tests, getting in the right mindframe for competition, Dancing with the Stars and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out...more
Low Cal Baby Sunscreen, Sleep Disorders, Cosmic Vertigo
Jan 11 2018
Alie Ward is back! Alison's making a snack in the middle of the night but don't worry, it's "approved." Daniel invented cowboy shirts. Alie Ward has a name for the feeling you get when you try to imagine living forever. Alison reveals way more than she intended about her weird sleeping and eating patterns. Plus seven hour plays, Emilia Clarke, 90s clothing, cold soup and so much more. And we did iTunes Comments of the Week (good and bad), Just Me Or Everyone and featured an adoptable dog named B...more
Kurt Braunohler & Lauren Cook
Jan 08 2018
Married couple Kurt Braunohler (The Big Sick, Lady Dynamite) and Lauren Cook (Floaters, Radio Picture Show) stop by to talk about Wedlock (the podcast and live show they host exploring various aspects of relationships), how parenthood has affected each of their identities, being an only child, being raised by single mothers, the specifics of recording a podcast segment at a nudist colony, tantric shamans, cam girls, how they met, bedbugs, fighting, couples therapy and so much more. We also did a...more
Demi's Semis, Dave's Falcons, Alison's New Year's Teeth
Jan 04 2018
It's the first Thursday show of 2018 and Alison has news about Sketchfest and her teeth. Also her eyelids. Demi's joined the fledgling business that is Dave's Dives and Dan's Vans. Daniel is trying to be less cynical. Alison is drinking water. Jeff surfed. Dave has some questions about playing a state fair. Plus Just Me Or Everyone! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you b...more
Jake Weisman
Jan 01 2018
Jake Weisman stops by to talk about his new Comedy Central show Corporate which he describes as a cross between American Psycho and Office Space. We also talk about existence, death, apologies, anxiety, his Twitter persona, privilege, a personal experience with wage disparity, seltzer nose, Greg Heller, talking on the phone, The Rules and so much more. Plus we took your questions and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need...more
Mike Lawrence, Hutch Harris, Rachel Ratner Live from Bumbershoot
Dec 28 2017
This "lost," never-previously-aired episode was recorded live at Bumbershoot in late 2015 and features Mike Lawrence, Hutch Harris (The Thermals) and Rachel Ratner (Wimps). Trapp Dog flew out from New York to play the jingles live! I love everyone on this show. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
Tiffany Haddish (orig air date 4/24/16)
Dec 25 2017
Merry Xmas and Happy Holidays! Hope you enjoy this replay of my Tiffany Haddish episode with a brand new beginning. Come see me at Sketch Fest! And buy Tiffany's book! I first met comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish (Keanu, The Carmichael Show) when we both appeared on a radio show and ever since then I’ve hoped to have her on ARIYNBF. I’d heard bits and pieces of her story and got the sense she’d had a rough upbringing but I wasn’t quite prepared for the intensity of what she’d experienced. A...more
Lizard People Probing Alison, Beth and David's Street Team, A Defense of Keanu
Dec 21 2017
Alison discovers a disturbing mark on her hand. Special guest Beth Hoyt joins us but leaves her poison oak at home. Beth and David have possibly formed a business together. Daniel is now Philip. Plus a surprising debate about the word amphitheater, a defense of Keanu Reeves, iTunes Comments of the Week good and bad, Just Me Or Everyone, January zero and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] Download the episode from iTunes. You probably need to buy ...more
Kristen Carney
Dec 18 2017
Kristen Carney (Mentally Ch(ill), Ask Women) stops by the show to talk about hosting a podcast exploring mental health issues, the suicide of her cohost Stevie Ryan, growing up in Utica, being bullied for a number of years, getting into comedy via advertising, cutting her own hair, makeup, Christmas tree styles and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] Download the episode from iTunes. You probably need ...more
Alison's Beach Saga, Wendy's Panic Sweats, Daniel's Jams
Dec 14 2017
Wendy Molyneux wishes she could monetize the thing she's best at—word scrambles. Alison has an update about the guy known for saying, "You look like you've been chowin' box, man." David Huntsberger's inquiring about a circling car. Daniel wore a lot of neon as a kid. Alison's concerned her voice is too sing-songy. Plus panic sweats, coughing attacks, The Gal Brothers, Nibbles, eating your own, the saga of Alison's getting Hand, Foot and Mouth from a contaminated beach (maybe), a round of Just Me...more
Search Party's Sarah-Violet Bliss and Charles Rogers
Dec 11 2017
Sarah-Violet Bliss and Charles Rogers, who along with Michael Showalter created the hit TBS show Search Party, stop by to talk about the show's unique tone, how it changes from season 1 to season 2, taking a class from Michael Showalter at NYU and what kind of professor he was, the lost episode they've never publicly discussed, challenges in the writing process, childhood trauma, embarrassing moments, writing for Search Party's cast, the unique strengths of Alia Shawkat, John Reynolds, John Earl...more
Garbage Fish, Alison's Mrs. Maisel Beef, Alie Ward's Four O'Clock Salad
Dec 07 2017
Alison has an issue with The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Alie Ward had a 4pm salad. Will Alison eat cephalopods? Is the problem the tentacles? Plus Daniel's butt epiphany, a book that everyone at the table needs to get, David's alarming height, an update from Jenna and Al, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Grits. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by S...more
Rob Huebel
Dec 04 2017
Rob Huebel (Children's Hospital; I Love You, Man; Transparent) stops by to talk about his new series Do You Want to See a Dead Body? (and the guest stars who wonder if the show features actual dead bodies), the role UCB has played in his life, his "micropreemie" daughter who was born at 26 weeks and his experience in the NICU, his love of cute things, whether people are surprised he loves cute things, baby suntanning, growing up in the South, humiliation, who he considers his best friend and so ...more
Dave's Dives, Dan's Vans and Special Guest Demi Adejuyigbe
Nov 30 2017
We recap everyone's Thanksgiving and learn that special guest Demi Adejuyigbe (Gilmore Guys) has gone through an alarming number of roommates. Talk of frequent guest Jordan Morris's dating life prompts David Huntsberger and Daniel to team up on a zillion dollar idea. Plus comics opening for musicians, Alison's eggs, Flem Spectrum, geckos, Daniel's dad album, a discussion of pumpkin pie, Cheetos from China and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and talked about an adoptable ...more
John Early
Nov 27 2017
John Early (Search Party, Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp, 30 Rock) stops by the show to talk about the challenges of shooting the second season of the TBS hit Search Party, his affection for his character, growing up in Nashville, coming out, his friendship with Kate Berlant, comedy heroes and so much more. We also took your questions and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] Download the episode from iTunes. You pro...more
Jordan's Parisian Nudity, Alison's Cough and Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 23 2017
Jordan went to Paris and had himself a Parisian good time. Renee's family is in town for the holidays. Jeff is recovering from a plague. Alison had a different plague. Plus what we're thankful for and Daniel's battle of wills. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and talked about an adoptable dog named Betsy Ross. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Daily Harve...more
A.J. Jacobs Returns
Nov 20 2017
A.J. Jacobs (Twice Removed, The Year of Living Biblically) is back to talk about his new book, It's All Relative: Adventures Up and Down the World's Family Tree and his experience attempting to throw the world's largest global family reunion. We talk about being an immersion journalist, what he learned hosting the critically acclaimed and very demanding podcast Twice Removed, the popularity of genealogy, tribalism and family, compassion, exercise, his writing process and so much more. We also to...more
Alison's Bathroom Buddy, Alie's Eyebrow Prank, Daniel's Lifehack
Nov 16 2017
Alie Ward is back, having just experienced waitress weirdness. Also she has a great idea for what to do after you pluck your brows. Daniel has a lifehack to share. Alison made a friend in the bathroom. David has returned from Eerie, PA. Plus lekking, hormones, sleeping outside and more. We also did iTunes Comment of the Week and talked about an adoptable dog named Reagan. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY...more
Karina Longworth
Nov 13 2017
Karina Longworth, host of You Must Remember This (an acclaimed podcast which explores the secret and/or forgotten history of Hollywood's first century), stops by to talk about no longer considering herself a movie critic despite years of working as one, loathing small talk, her process for each episode of her podcast, losing her mother at age 11, her experience working at the LA Weekly and how she pursued the job, teaching, book writing, source materials, microfiche, conflicts of interest, Holly...more
Wendy's Fave Movie, David's Deer Blinds, Alison's Dipping Dots
Nov 09 2017
Alison, Daniel and Wendy enjoyed an escape room over the weekend and now Alison is obsessed. Wendy saw a certain movie more than once. Also, she's less passionate about church architecture than her husband claims. David knows about deer blinds and gets schooled about Nevada Day. Alison had some disappointing dots. Also guns, screen time, back photography, haterz, Cameron Diaz, Smurfs revisited and more. Plus iTunes Comment of the Week, Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Chug. Check u...more
Lisa Lillien aka Hungry Girl Returns
Nov 06 2017
NY Times best-selling author Lisa Lillien, aka Hungry Girl, is back to talk about changing attitudes and terminology in the diet industry, Hungry Girl Clean and Hungry OBSESSED! (her twelfth book), her upcoming Hungry Girl cruise and Hungry Girl magazine, changes in her own habits, artificial sweetener thoughts, being a control freak, people wanting a magic bullet, cute foods, a mystery vegetable that Alison brought up, exercise, hair straightening, reality shows, crime shows, dogs, nieces and m...more
Daniel's Smurf Collection, Alison's Versed Monologues, Alie Ward's Avuncular Halloween
Nov 02 2017
Alison recently learned Daniel used to collect Smurfs and has so many questions. Alie Ward is here to regale us with stories of being a crazy sleeper and a cool uncle. Alison made an agreement with herself regarding what she wasn't going to blurt out under anesthesia. Also, she has too much to say about drugs. And David's celebrating Nevada day! Plus iTunes comment of the week, Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Nellie. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You ...more
Graham Elwood and Chris Mancini (Comedy Film Nerds)
Oct 30 2017
Graham Elwood and Chris Mancini, the hosts of Comedy Film Nerds, founders of the LA Podcast Festival and guys behind Ear Buds: The Podcasting Documentary stop by to discuss the challenges of shooting their documentary, traveling to Japan and remote Australia to interview fans, the story they were trying to tell about the relationship between podcasts and listeners, the emerging theme of podcasts and mental health, Graham's experience with PTSD after being shot at in Afghanistan, thoughts about o...more
Alison's Audiobook, Daniel's Riddles, David's Flash Mob
Oct 26 2017
Are Daniel's crazy word puzzles the beginning of his shift into exclusively dad jokes? Did Alison talk too fast while recording her audiobook? Are "scaractors" a real thing? (Yes, just ask Renee who dislikes horror movies but loves haunted houses.) Plus, David found a wrinkle in time. And more! Also we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone, read a fun story from Tim Carter and talked about an adoptable dog named Po Boy. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need t...more
Lacey Newman (Las Vegas Shooting Survivor)
Oct 23 2017
Las Vegas shooting survivor Lacey Newman recalls the horrific scene at the Route 91 Harvest Festival including the realization she'd been shot, the nightmarish experience of trying to find cover, calling her husband from the bed of a truck, what the friends who'd accompanied her to the concert for a girls' weekend experienced, the scene at the hospital, fear of loud noises and tall buildings, how to discuss the ordeal with her young son, seeking therapy, encouraging others who've experienced tra...more
Epiphany Judges, Clothing Appraisers, Hot Butt Magazine
Oct 19 2017
Wendy Molyneux and David Huntsberger are back to discuss the frustration of caravanning, pumpkin patches, Alison's epiphany and whether it's really an epiphany, competitive loop groups, a Western Words quiz, kissy stuff, a hot new wide catcher from Canada, Alison's new notebook, David's passion for appraisal, Daniel's childhood bet, The IRC and so much more. We also did ONE Just Me Or Everyone and talked about an adoptable dog named Andy. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen...more
Alie Ward
Oct 16 2017
Podcaster, artist, TV correspondent and science nerd Alie Ward stops by to talk about her new podcast, Ologies, where she talks to ologists of all stripes including a volcanist who may or may not have given an acceptable answer regarding her least favorite aspect of studying volcanoes. Also grandparent inspections, mini binders, massage chairs, the size of her hair, appearing on Grey's Anatomy, how long each Ologies episode takes to make, perfectionism, growing up Catholic, her love of insects, ...more
John Henson, Jordan Morris, David Huntsberger (Live from Podfest)
Oct 12 2017
John Henson, Jordan Morris and David Huntsberger joined the Thursday Gang live at the LA Podcast Festival for this episode where we did a live Just Me Or Everyone/Deleted Tweets/HGFY game, discussed euphemisms, congratulated Jenna on the birth of her new baby and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Daily Harvest (enter promo code ALISON), Hubble contacts...more
Christina P
Oct 09 2017
Christina Pazsitzky (Your Mom's House, That's Deep Bro) and I are madly in love with each other and did a big crossover bonanza where I was on an episode of That's Deep Bro and then she was on this episode of my show. We talked about identity, transition to motherhood, the need for external validation, parenthood, psychology and so much more. Also our husbands' reactions to being on the business end of childbirth. And this book: The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck. Watch her Netflix special Chr...more
Couch Holes, Cool Thoughts, Airbnb "Amenities" (with Robin Shorr and David Huntsberger)
Oct 05 2017
Jeff had a less than sanitary Airbnb experience. Robin Shorr is back and she used to be the voice of Biore! Dave's old-timey guy and Daniel's "cool guy" make appearances and Alison is have a histamine reaction that will necessitate a new identity. Plus she's feeling shaken by current events. And wearing sunscreen! Also Battleborn, an update from Jenna and #AL, an Elliot allergy update, going down couch holes, iTunes comments of the week, Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Sheba. Ch...more
Bald Bryan
Oct 02 2017
Author and radio/podcast personality (and Alison's former coworker) Bryan Bishop (Shrinkage, The Adam Carolla Show, Film Vault) returns to the show to talk about entering into fatherhood with a brain tumor, concerns about a natural pregnancy after chemo, how the Adam Carolla Show has and hasn't changed since Alison was there, going on a cruise with fans, earthquake preparedness, disagreeing with Adam, things that are "on brand" for Alison, home ownership, dogs, conservative podcast guests and fa...more
Fake Tears, Annie's Dolphins, Trifling with the Wrong David
Sep 28 2017
Annie Lederman is back and she once worked at a dolphin lab and may or may not be doing online dating. David Huntsberger is also back and he once corresponded via MySpace with another David Huntsberger who wasn't down for trifling. Alison has some harsh words for a certain popular baby book and its translated-from-the-Dutch wisdom. Also she's addicted to her phone according to a quiz. And are cashews the least sexy snack? Plus an update from Jenna and #AL, science, bank teller mentors, Hollywood...more
Wheeler Walker, Jr.
Sep 25 2017
Wheeler Walker, Jr. stops by the show to talk about the controversy surrounding his latest album Ol' Wheeler, his struggle to be taken seriously, going to his high school reunion, the inspiration for many of his songs, his custom guitar, relationships, the definition of country music, allergies, going viral on black twitter, landing in the hospital, his worst quality and so much more. We also took your questions on Twitter and he played "Pictures on My Phone" live. Check us out on Patreon: http:...more
Insults Involving Salad Dressing, David's Intruder, The Trail of Robin
Sep 21 2017
Alison finally reveals the long ago insult involving salad dressing that she's been thinking about lately and then in a surprising turn of events, David Huntsberger and Daniel share their own salad dressing related conflicts. Robin Shorr (Los Feliz: The Podcast) makes a rare two-in-one-week appearance and tells stories of Tucson lovers, a fateful earthquake morning, the "trail of Robin," and offers some useful restaurant tips. Plus a scary story involving David, the cops and a man on the loose; ...more
Morgan Murphy and Robin Shorr
Sep 18 2017
Morgan Murphy (2 Broke Girls, The Carmichael Show, Jimmy Kimmel) and Robin Shorr (The Carmichael Show, The Middle) stop by to talk about their critically acclaimed hyperlocal podcast Los Feliz: The Podcast, living a few houses from each other, Morgan's reluctance to celebrate their friendship anniversary, working in Hollywood, writing for television, spiritual hikes, karaoke, the voices in your head, food, The Hills: A Staged Reading and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. ...more
Alison's Most Embarrassing Story, Annie's Leave Behinds, David's Found Onions
Sep 14 2017
Special guest Annie Lederman joins us and she didn't leave anything behind FOR ONCE. Daniel and Alison had to take Elliot to the emergency room. David Huntsberger is finally back with a crazy story about hair discrimination and a sweet memory involving onions. Plus iTunes comment of the week good and bad, an update from Jenna and Al, Alison's most embarrassing story, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Annie Oakley. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen ...more
Mike Mitchell
Sep 10 2017
Mike Mitchell (Doughboys, LOVE, Birthday Boys, Parks and Recreation) stops by the show to talk about the ways he's similar to and different from the complicated man-child he plays on Netflix's LOVE, growing up in Quincy, Massachusetts, starting out at UCB, apologizing for everything, getting into trouble and being sent to private school, his relationship with his father, finding out his father was sick, grief, depression, OCD, therapy, his beloved family cat, relationships, auditions, working on...more
Alison's Funway, Daniel's TV Ghost, Sassy Dog Shirts
Sep 07 2017
Alison can't remember what Chuck E. Cheese type places are called. Arcades? That doesn't sound right. Daniel's edgy again. Special guest Jason Horton is also edgy but in a different way. Plus he once auditioned for the Sham Wow guy. Renee's collecting looks for her zed card. Plus the pedi ped pod, an update from Jenna and #AL, the merits and trendiness of sleep training, how to get verified on Instagram, a round of #SnackChat involving Super Dickmann's from Germany, a round of Just Me Or Everyon...more
Larry Miller Returns
Sep 04 2017
Larry Miller (Pretty Woman, Best in Show, Seinfeld, Larry Miller Show) stops by to talk about punctuality, marines, empty nest syndrome, getting hit in the face with books, his accident (he hit his head and was put in a medically induced coma), his pettiest pet peeves, show business, Casablanca, The Manchurian Candidate, podcasts, God and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You ...more
Alison's Lizard Cowbells, Daniel's Music Career, Jordan's Identity Crisis
Aug 31 2017
Daniel's a man of many alter egos. Jordan's adjusting to life now that @midnight has ended. Alison did the new mom equivalent of getting drunk and making a bunch of booty calls. Also Jordan may have been wrong about lizards. Renee and Jeff are on different sides of the shrimp chip divide. Plus the truth about billboards, an update from Jenna and #AL, the Westminster Fart Show, #SnackChat, Itunes Comment of the Week, Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Monroe. Check us out on Patreon: ...more
Rider Strong
Aug 28 2017
Rider Strong (Boy Meets World, Cabin Fever) stops by to talk about guest judging the storytelling competition where he and Alison met and their differences of opinion, his decision to focus on working behind the camera, directing episodes of Girl Meets World with his brother Shiloh, the logistics and challenges of directing as a team, directing and producing short films, his school experiences both on set and then at Occidental, Columbia and Bennington, becoming a father, his relationship with f...more
Alison's Crisis of Aesthetics, Demi's Bro Guy Therapist, A Plague of Dildos
Aug 24 2017
A popular new t-shirt and the way Daniel's "baggadicks" pins are selling out is causing Alison to question her branding. Should she be the female Joe Rogan? Demi's not sure about his overly fraternal shrink. Renee went to work with a spoon in her pocket. Plus embarrassing auditions, an update from Jenna and #AL, that golf cart lyfe, Val Kilmer, iTunes comments of the week good and bad, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Boris. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/al...more
Laura London
Aug 21 2017
Dog trainer and Animal Planet star Laura London (Rescue Dog to Super Dog) stops by to answer your dog questions and talk about how she was selected to cohost Rescue Dog to Super Dog. We also discuss working with shelters, letting dogs sleep in your bed, asking her father for his blessing when she switched careers, reading dog energy and whether that translates to being able to read human energy, preventing dog fights, what tail wagging really means, whether Alison's dog's spazziness is Alison's...more
Alison's Bathtub Problem, Wendy's New Mattress Company, John Henson's Matinee Sex
Aug 17 2017
Alison had a biohazard situation in the bathtub. Wendy Molyneux is back with a genius idea for a company. John Henson has returned from an epic working summer. Both Wendy and John share embarrassing stories of young performances. Alison has questions about real estate. Plus a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Gatsby. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you b...more
Esther Povitsky Returns!
Aug 14 2017
Esther Povitsky (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Last Comic Standing, Difficult People) stops by to talk about her upcoming show Alone Together, the reality of having your own show versus the fantasy, working on Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, her new podcast Glowing Up, becoming recently obsessed with "girly things," the phase of her childhood where she told people she was a dog named Jacob, relationships, meeting hangovers, Alison's problematic bra and so much more. We also took your questions and did a round of Ju...more
Alison's Door Weirdness, Jordan Morris's Hand Cramps, Butt Lizards
Aug 10 2017
Alison and Daniel are frustrated, Jordan's hands are cramping from video games, Jeff loved his ergonomic chair, Renee GOT A DOG, Jordan explains some of the weirder corners of the internet, Al and Jenna have snakes and an unusual birthday song, Alison and Daniel put in a backup offer on a house, Alison's still trying to appear normal in her voiceover class, Jordan's fed up with NYC transplants and so much more. Plus a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Inca. Check us out ...more
Dustin Marshall
Aug 07 2017
Dustin Marshall, founder of Feral Audio (My Favorite Murder, Doughboys, Duncan Trussell Family Hour) stops by the show to talk about the future of podcasting, growing his network from the ground up to become one of the biggest networks in the world, how podcast listeners are ruining "the podcast revolution," being an anarcho-socialist, depression, talking openly about mental illness and his experience being bipolar and having borderline personality disorder, his social media presence, relationsh...more
Alison's Appletinis, Demi's Anxiety, Explaining Law & Order: SVU
Aug 03 2017
You know when you worry you've offended someone but you probably haven't and then you overcompensate which only makes you seem intense and weird? We discuss and recount and relive on this episode. Recent Monday guest Demi Adejuyigbe is here and by the time you listen he will have had his first therapy appointment. We find out more about Renee's crazy backstory and talk about golf, Law & Order: SVU, dentists, being social, making yourself throw up, Appletinis, eating disorders and body image and ...more
Chris Franjola
Jul 31 2017
Chris Franjola (Chelsea Lately) stops by to talk about his former life as an electrician, reality TV, hot tub parties with agents, eating in public, bartending, Gal Gadot, junkets, writing for TV, comedy and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! and the HGFY ringtone! Also: Try Audible and get two free audiobooks; Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial...more
Alison's Awkward Joke, Wendy Molyneux's College Heist, Japanese Game Shows
Jul 27 2017
Alison feels weird and off-kilter. David's getting ready to head to Scotland and needs a montage. Special guest Wendy Molyneux is still upset with Alison over something that happened in college. Plus Japanese game shows, updates from Jenna and Al, anxiety, crabs, Alison's needle-scratch moment in voiceover class, soup, the fart machine, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Honey. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF...more
Erin Gibson and Bryan Safi Are Back!
Jul 24 2017
Erin Gibson and Bryan Safi (Throwing Shade) return to talk about recently moving their podcast from the Maximum Fun network to Earwolf, the juicy behind-the-scenes story of their tour doc (it was shot by Erin's ex-husband), spa etiquette, the Brawny guy, lumbersexuals, active vacations and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! and the HGFY ringtone!
Dating Styles, Book Lice, Artisanal Light Bulbs
Jul 20 2017
Some confusion about energy and electricity leads to David Huntsberger's lightbulb revelation. Plus everyone's dating styles, a possibly insulting metaphor involving dogs and coyotes, Renee Colvert's screen grab embarrassment, talk of hair shafts, Daniel's blueberry enthusiasm, the Quantz Method, the bugs in Alison's dryer, messages from Jenna and #AL and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and talked about an adoptable dog named Beau. Check us out on Patreon: http://patre...more
Demi Adejuyigbe
Jul 17 2017
Demi Adejuyigbe (The Good Place, Gilmore Guys, The New Yorker) stops by the show to talk about having achieved so much at such a young age, his new secret job, anxiety, otherness, whether Gilmore Guys played a role in the Gilmore Girls returning, his fun first name, meeting his girlfriend on Twitter, going viral and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a ne...more
Alison's Meltdown, Daniel's Rage, Cemetery Bunnies
Jul 13 2017
Alison had a long protracted meltdown and Daniel got REAL and Renee and David and Jeff were their usual hilarious lovable selves. Also hustling, messages from Jenna and Al, Renee's spot-on fruit metaphors, cherry season, searching for validation, David's old-timey Instagram story voice, a round of Just Me Or Everyone, an adoptable dog named Lois and so much more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] This show is brought to you by Hubble, Beachbody on Demand (tex...more
Jennifer Romolini
Jul 10 2017
Badass media boss Jennifer Romolini (Chief Content Officer of Shondaland.com, former HelloGiggles editor-in-chief/VP of Content, former Yahoo EIC/Editorial Director) stops by the show to talk about Weird in a World That's Not: A Career Guide for Misfits, F*ckups & Failures, rising up the ranks at Yahoo, working with Alison at Time Out New York as the Chill Out editor (but being "the least chill person you could meet,") effective and ineffective strategies to get more money, why jealously is a go...more
Understudies, Talk Therapy, Eight Cans of Spam
Jul 06 2017
What's the different between an understudy and a standby? Alison went to Book of Mormon ALONE and wants to know. Also, her therapist paid her a huge compliment that Daniel points out isn't really a compliment and she had a weird encounter at the grocery store. Plus crafts versus art, turtle food, Hobby Lobby, some sad words at the top, messages from Jenna and #AL, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Lexi. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probab...more
Harley Morenstein
Jul 03 2017
Harley Morenstein (Epic Meal Time) stops by the show to talk about creating the number one online cooking show, having over seven millions subscribers, feeling conspicuous, clickbait, "YouTube voice," his childhood in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, his initial forays online, Alison's terrible first screen name, whether Amir has changed, his relationship with former Epic Meal Timers, Epic Meal Empire, Muscles Glasses, BTS and his Jimin bias, dogs, gross things he's eaten, production values, money and so m...more
Alison's High Five Hate, Renee's Puppetry, Giving a Horse a Nerd
Jun 29 2017
Alison isn't the high fiving kind, Renee dabbles in puppetry, David tried to time a fart and it went horribly, Jeff got the dogs barking, Daniel has secrets, David doesn't like to be surprised by musicals, Renee doesn't like to be surprised by churros, Alison might still be trapped in her new therapist's courtyard building and so much more. Plus an audio message from Jenna and #AL, horses and candy, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Stevia. Check us out on Patreon: http...more
Caissie St. Onge
Jun 26 2017
Comedy writer Caissie St. Onge stops by to talk about working with Andy Cohen on Watch What Happens Live, writing for Joan Rivers, getting her start as David Letterman's assistant, working with Rosie O'Donnell, Best Week Ever, celebs who've flipped out, going "soft viral," the advice she gives to people wanting to become comedy writers, balancing work and family, Oprah, sensory deprivation tanks, permanent makeup, her young adult novel and so much more. We also took your questions and did a ro...more
Jenna and Al's Farewell Show, Alison's Fart Crutch, Otters Who Bring It
Jun 22 2017
You guys, this is Jenna and Al's last show before they move to Atlanta! Also, David Huntsberger is back and has some harsh words for Pocatello, Idaho. Plus Alison realizes she has a bad attitude, Daniel has to give someone the finger, river otters, a Korean chest, iTunes comments, tears, some surprises for Jenna and Al from friends of the show, Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Burt. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF L...more
Greg Fitzsimmons #8
Jun 19 2017
Greg is back to talk about whether he should have told his wife about his history with a woman they ran into, writing on Crashing and his living situation in New York, the launch date for Loinfruit, being an "alpha" and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! and the HGFY ringtone!
Alison's Urgent Care Evening, Renee's Half Marathon, Jenna's Lost Tape Gun
Jun 15 2017
Alison visited a very Los Angeles Urgent Care, Renee's running til the numbness sets in, Jenna and Al are still intending to move, Alison may have some postpartum depression and more. Plus a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Sam. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Storyworth, Beachbody On Demand (text ALISON to 303030) and Harry's. Also: Try Audib...more
Laurie Kilmartin
Jun 12 2017
Laurie Kilmartin (Conan, The Jackie and Laurie Show) stops by the show to talk about her just-released comedy album 45 Jokes About My Dead Dad, the Seeso special it was taken from, her competitive swimming past and why her former coach is now in jail, bulimia, writing for late night, her relationship with her parents, the book she wrote, standup, street art and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon...more
Alison's Hill Phobia, Al and Jenna's Yard Sale, Greg's Fashion Jacket
Jun 08 2017
Alison's been having dark intrusive thoughts and giving into compulsive googling. Greg is back and he once drank his own pee. Also he has a fashion jacket. Jenna and Al had a successful yard sale. Alison's afraid of hills. Daniel dislikes everyone at open houses. Plus some talk about a fog machine, iTunes comment of the week and a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! and the HGFY ringtone! This sh...more
Wendy and Lizzie Molyneux
Jun 05 2017
Bob's Burgers writers Wendy and Lizzie Molyneux stop by to talk about working with siblings, their path to Bob's Burgers, Wendy having gone to college with Alison, the experience of writing for an animated show and what story lines challenge animators, messy career trajectories, Wendy's improv background, turkey legs, Pomona College's improv troupe, the Bob's Burgers characters they most identify with, growing up in Indiana, general meetings, parenthood, anxiety and so much more. We also took yo...more
Jenna and Al's Big News, Alison's Head of Lies, John Henson's New Gigs
Jun 01 2017
Al and Jenna have big news about their upcoming whereabouts. John Henson is back and just filmed a bunch of episodes of a game show created by Judge Judy! Alison is still indecisive. Maybe. Daniel's wearing a lemon shirt. Plus SnackChat with snacks from Sweden, iTunes comment of the week featuring good AND BAD comments, Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Ralph. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! and the HGFY ring...more
Monique Powell
May 29 2017
Monique Powell stops by to talk about performing again as Save Ferris, the unfortunate battle with her former bandmates for the name, receiving an upsetting diagnosis and being told she had to choose between walking again or singing again, losing her father, doing karaoke in his honor, meeting her husband online, the new EP Checkered Past, clowns and chickens, social anxiety, feeling at home on tour and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://pat...more
Wallet Notes, Bad Boy Houses, Everyone's Favorite Musical
May 25 2017
Alison won't shut up about a house that just came back into her life. Special guest Renee Colvert from Can I Pet Your Dog? has a life changing tip that's currently in her wallet. Also she's a former magician's assistant! Jenna had a dream about Alison and Alison had a dream about Daniel and his hot new British love interest. Plus red velvet and chocolate mint macaroons, Broadway talk, an adoptable dog named Sheryl and a round of Just Me Or Everyone! Get next week's Snackchat item and snack along...more
Matt Mira and Doree Shafrir
May 22 2017
Matt Mira (Nerdist, The Goldbergs) and his wife Doree Shafrir (Buzzfeed) stop by to talk about the choice to document their IVF journey on Matt And Doree's Eggcellent Adventure, the many podcasts Matt hosts and produces, Doree's new book Startup: A Novel, dog bites, dog balls, impostor syndrome, shed envy and more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LAPEL pin! and the HGFY ringtone!...more
Alison's Pursuit, Jordan's Rage Deletes, Jenna's Stinky Flamingos
May 18 2017
Where's the line career-wise between healthy ambition and wanting more just for the sake of more? Plus Jenna's baby's gender reveal, Jordan's mummy summer, Jersey doctors, Daniel's rope tricks, "going country," Jenna's round offs and cartwheels, zoo smells, which ARIYNBF character are you and so much more including Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Kiara. Plus next week's Snackchat items. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen
Andy Kindler Returns!
May 15 2017
Andy Kindler is back to talk about dropping acid, being judgmental, therapy and anti-depressants, OCD, "checking," why he goes after certain public targets, new atheists, the recent release of his very first State of the Industry address, silverfish and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! and the HGFY ringtone!
Voiceovers, Go-To Jokes, Being Too "Eager"
May 11 2017
Is it bad to be referred to as "eager" and if not, why does it feel somewhat mortifying? David Huntsberger reveals his voiceover voice. Alison and Daniel had a busy and social weekend which is so unlike them. Alison thinks "orthodontistry" is a word. Daniel's been using his toes to maximum effect. Plus pinworms and Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by B...more
Elizabeth Laime Returns!
May 08 2017
Podcaster, writer and mother Elizabeth Laime (Totally Married) is back to talk about writing a network pilot, not taking it personally when a very personal pilot doesn't go, the podcast about pubic hair she should probably host, being sunny with a side of goth, postpartum anxiety, hopes for her kids, her husband Andy Rosen's use of language, tuxedo balloons, dongles and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You prob...more
The Umbrage, Scary Sounds, Alison's New Schedule
May 04 2017
Alison's not a morning person but she's determined to become one. #AL is very literal and once peed in the garage. David Huntsberger is helping to measure outrage. Also why have we all signed off on certain sounds being scary or ominous and where's the petty bullshit department when you need them? Plus Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Eddie, Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! and the HGFY ringtone! This show...more
Mark Normand
May 01 2017
Mark Normand stops by to talk about his new special Don't Be Yourself (produced by Amy Schumer), touring with Amy Schumer as her longtime opener, growing up in New Orleans, cheating on his girlfriend of 12 years, wet pubes, drinking, being an introvert, stealing from private jets and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Watch Mark's special on May 12 on Comedy Central! Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! and the HGFY ringtone! ...more
Dental Rebellion, Cheeky Lullabies, Rogue Steak Knives
Apr 27 2017
Al's tired of being a slave to his electric toothbrush. David's shoed horses and a lot more. Daniel was secretly filmed singing a very sweet lullaby to Elliot. Alison went crazy the first time she took the baby to a restaurant, imagining all the scenarios in which he could get hurt. Also Alison and Daniel left the house without the baby for the first time (and cheated on him with Samantha). Plus more pillow talk, the best Disney movie, the science march, doomsday prepping and a round of Just Me ...more
Guy Branum
Apr 24 2017
Guy Branum stops by the show to talk about Talk Show the Game Show, prune festivals, coming out, Feud, Berkeley, his favorite cracker, gay men being obsessed with the structure of social interactions, small talk, leaving Chelsea Lately, his relationship with Chelsea and behind-the-scenes stories, his conflict with Joe Rogan, why dating apps aren't in rom coms, G4 and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://p...more
Alison's Cavalry, Al's Pillow Habits, John Henson's Hotel Sex
Apr 20 2017
Alison's feeling guilty and conflicted about appreciating time away from the baby. John Henson's having hotel sex. Jenna and #AL are loving Atlanta. Jeff's fixing tractor tires, handling guns and eating peanut chews in Bucks County, PA. Plus cavalries, pillow menus, marital scorekeeping, first dates, grits, red moons, iTunes Comment of the Week, Just Me Or Everyone, #SnackChat with aforementioned peanut treats and an adoptable dog named Lundi. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alison...more
Greg Fitzsimmons #7
Apr 17 2017
Greg Fitzsimmons is back to talk about how to get special treatment, the new podcast he and Alison will be starting and how listeners can be involved, writing on Crashing, Greg's physique, Alison's diet, sex with larger women, Andy Dick and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin!
Alison Got Mommy Shamed, #AL on Film, Crocodile Mouths
Apr 13 2017
Alison had an anxiety-provoking encounter at a baby-wearing meetup, Daniel's feeling edgy, Al's describing movies, Jenna's making videos and David Hunstsberger knows everything about Elliott Smith. Plus the reason crocodiles hang out with their mouths open, Funfetti, microwaving, internships at the flower shop, the return of iTunes Comment of the Week, advice to a listener, Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Ed. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably...more
Josh Wolf Returns
Apr 10 2017
Josh Wolf returns to talk about the meaning of the word "elite," how we got into this political mess, the Poddy Awards, education, his new podcast with Freddie Prinze Jr., authenticity, mushrooms, mole people and so much more. We also took your questions and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! )
Alison's New Intro, John Henson's Twitter Battle, Daniel's Wine Rage
Apr 06 2017
Alison might be over carboloading the intro. John Henson got into it on Twitter. Daniel hates your certainty. Jenna and Al need you to go down for a nap. Alison's song is creeping everyone out. Also, multitasking while parenting is impossible. Plus a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Cookie. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! This show is brought to you by Amazon (Clicking through the Amazon banner he...more
Doug Benson Returns!
Apr 03 2017
Doug Benson is back to talk about his new show The High Court, why Judge Wapner might have preferred him to Judge Judy, his process for deciding cases, the pitch for the show, the TSA, dog ownership, nicknames for fans, how to tell if someone's telling the truth, his childhood, being a young journalist, his teenage magic act, avoiding relationships, guests who get kicked off Doug Loves Movies, impossible guests who don't get kicked off and so much more. We also took your questions and did a roun...more
Alison's C&B Meltdown, Daniel's D&D Past, Jenna's Big News
Mar 30 2017
Alison's ears have a great personality. Also Alison had a meltdown at Crate and Barrel. Daniel's past includes D&D and harmonizing. Jenna and #AL have exciting news. Special guest Sean Jordan isn't pregnant. Plus Ferdinand the Bull, Coldblood horses, whistling and an adoptable dog named Penny. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! This show is brought to you by Amazon (Clicking through the Amazon banner helps support the show...more
Louis Peitzman
Mar 27 2017
Louis Peitzman (Buzzfeed) stops by the show to talk about meeting on Twitter, body image issues, dating, The Lady and Tramp, the current state of journalism, coming out to his parents via email, working at Gawker, getting fired from Gawker, getting hired by Buzzfeed, how to tell if a news story is fake, his childhood, uncooked spaghetti, Broadway and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonr...more
Alison's Toilet Sighting, John Henson's Mexico Story, Mystery Bundts
Mar 23 2017
Alison finally saw privacy-prone Daniel using the toilet and can't stop talking about it. Also the gang accidentally received someone else's birthday bundt. Alison's recent ant problem leads special guest John Henson to share a similar but much more upsetting story. Plus being a good person, English muffins, some sad news from Jenna, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Bailey. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF L...more
Kira Soltanovich
Mar 20 2017
Kira Soltanovich stops by the show to talk about motherhood, eating like a dolphin, showbiz mindfucks, her experience on The Tonight Show, grief, conflict with Chelsea Handler, her family, never saying no to work, her comedy special You Did This To Me, her podcasts The Kira Soltanovich Show and Karen and Kira Can Read, Red Eye and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] Download the episode from iTunes. You p...more
Alison's Alienating You, Jenna Digs Tiny Bundts, Daniel's a Ragtime Cowboy
Mar 16 2017
Daniel's mom came to town allowing Alison and Daniel to get a tiny bit of sleep which you wouldn't know from hearing this. Jenna wants her long-distance birthday Bundt. Daniel's got strong opinions about cake and trash cans. Dave got in a car accident. Al's scratching referred itches. Plus batteries, cowboy poets, Daniel's song, CrossBaby and more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! This show is brought to you by Amazon (Cli...more
Bob Saget Returns
Mar 13 2017
Bob Saget stops by the show to talk about how seriously he takes his commitment to being my new best friend, touring in advance of his new special, joke theft, Fuller House, his rat infestation, the indie movie Jake he's getting ready to direct, Broadway, his priorities when it comes to standup, grief, his girlfriend, social media (John Mayer set up his Snapchat), shower curtains and so much more. We also took questions from listeners and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patre...more
Alison's Genius Comeback, Dave's Trash Issues, Backpfeifengesicht
Mar 09 2017
How much work will Alison put into executing the "perfect" Twitter retort? Also, it's time for Alison to stop saying a certain thing when people tell her they relate to something she shared. Daniel loves when people flip him off. Dave can't toss an empty trash bag box into the bag it once housed. Plus commemorative spoons, punchable faces, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Leroy. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIY...more
Jackie Kashian
Mar 06 2017
Jackie Kashian (The Dork Forest, The Jackie and Laurie Show) stops by to talk about her new album I Am Not the Hero of This Story, being a well-kept showbiz secret, losing her mom at seven, grief, her relationship with her stepmother, LARPing, her husband, Harry Potter, nerd cruises, Tiberius the iguana, being an early podcaster, her friendship with Maria Bamford and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://pat...more
Alison Isn't Looking, John Henson's Been Miscast, Al Has Answers
Mar 02 2017
Special guest John Henson joins the gang to find out what Al knows about a number of topics including AFV, airlines, what John is thinking and more. Plus people who intentionally use Siri, Alison's ongoing milk production situation, The Situation and cooking competition shows and Alison's reluctance to get a good look at her postpartum lady bits in a mirror. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and talked about an adoptable dog named Cullen. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alis...more
Shane Mauss
Feb 27 2017
Shane Mauss stops by the show to talk about cognitive biases, his comedy show about psychedelics called A Good Trip, growing up in a small town in Wisconsin, anxiety and stage fright, breaking both of his feet, DMT and bad DMT trips, making girl-based decisions, being anti-shaman, coming up quickly in comedy, self-deception, learned helplessness and more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You...more
Greg's Salami, Alison's Bewbs and a Scary Story About a Shotgun
Feb 23 2017
Greg has an assistant but doesn't want you to make a big deal about it. Alison's trying to breast feed but it isn't going well. Daniel put himself in harm's way to protect a room full of women and babies. Alison is confused about the length of a shotgun. A certain TV show broke Jenna's soul. Plus a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Roxie. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! This show is brought to you ...more
Pete Holmes #4
Feb 20 2017
Pete Holmes returns to the show to talk about his new HBO show Crashing, the differences and similarities between his real life and the one portrayed on the show, lying to get at the truth, the real story of his then wife cheating on him, pitching Judd Apatow and working with Judd, comedy not needing you, lucid dreaming, Conan, sweet lady Val and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen ...more
Elliot's Birth Story, Meatball Sandwiches and Jenna's Comedy Special
Feb 16 2017
Alison had a baby! Labor was long and dramatic and somewhat upsetting and then Elliot had to spend a few days in the NICU. This is that story. Plus catheters, balloons, unfavorable cervixes, epidurals, meconium, nurses, anesthesiologists who look like Larry Miller, butt stuff, meatball sandwiches and Jenna's new comedy special. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! This show is brought to you by Amazon (Clicking through the A...more
Jenni Konner
Feb 13 2017
Girls showrunner, writer and director Jenni Konner (Girls, Lenny Letter) stops by the show to talk about the final season of Girls, being the "Mrs. Garrett of Girls," growing up a "fast kid" in Los Angeles, boarding school, her relationship with Lena Dunham, advice from Judd Apatow, working with her ex on Lenny Letter, protest marches, the power of speaking out, her career path, trolls, nudity, the nuances of power, what she was like in her 20s, having no sense of direction and so much more. We...more
Thursday Gang, Live from Podfest
Feb 09 2017
You guys, I had a baby! While I recover, please enjoy this previously unreleased Live from LA Podfest episode featuring the whole gang plus a special message from me at the top. Back next week with a brand new episode. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! This show is brought to you by Amazon (Clicking through the Amazon banner helps support the show. Thank you in advance for your support! Clear your cookies first and what t...more
Jen Glantz
Feb 06 2017
Writer and professional bridesmaid Jen Glantz stops by the show to talk about her new book Always a Bridesmaid (For Hire); Stories on Growing Up, Looking for Love and Walking Down the Aisle for Complete Strangers (out February 7), her thoughts on the wedding industry, the ad she placed on Craigslist offering her services that went viral and ultimately turned into her professional bridesmaid business Bridesmaid for Hire, her desire to help people, her path as a writer, letting her mom select date...more
The Last Show Before Baby, Chocodiles and Protest Etiquette
Feb 02 2017
Alison is scheduled to be induced the following morning and has mixed feelings. Special guest David Huntsberger has an innovative idea involving irrigation, urination and alligators, Jenna knows what Chocodiles are and reassures Alison that her sudden cold feet is normal. Plus Facebook frustration, protest etiquette, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog in Louisiana named Daisy. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO...more
John Henson
Jan 30 2017
John Henson (Talk Soup, Wipe Out) stops by the show to talk about his start in comedy, growing up in a chaotic household, getting kicked out of public high school, dabbling in illegal activities, finding himself in a Bahamian crack house, his relationship with his parents, his tenure at Talk Soup, turning down America's Funniest Home Videos, Wipe Out, marriage and fatherhood, getting back into stand up, The Knicks, the guy who got a John Henson Project tattoo and so much more. We also took your ...more
Big Macs, 227 and Things Millennials Don't Know But Gen X Does
Jan 26 2017
Daniel ate his first Big Mac which happens to be special guest Joe DeRosa's favorite burger. Alison's feeling possessed and Jenna almost punched a nurse. Alison's genuinely over-the-moon happy for the success of Emily Gordon and Kumail Nanjiani. Plus things millennials aren't familiar with that Gen X knows intimately, horror movies and a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! This show is brought...more
Lisa Schwartz Returns
Jan 23 2017
Lisa Schwartz (Party Girl, This Isn't Working, YouTube) returns to the show to discuss her two new series, the real life jobs that inspired both shows, anxiety and panic attacks, her feelings about ex-boyfriend and current best friend Shane Dawson, her divorce attorney father, office jobs and office snacks, her dog Corny, relationships, the cool kid's club dynamic of YouTube, OCD rituals and so much more. We also took your questions on Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us ou...more
Skunkmania, The Return of HGFY and Bear Horns!
Jan 19 2017
Alison's baby isn't budging, Jenna and Al have a skunk situation, special guest Sean Jordan agrees with Jenna's sauce-to-taco ratio and Daniel is singing a Sting song that too many people don't seem to recognize. Also Sean witnessed his mother give birth, Daniel's over breasts, Alison got into it with someone on Facebook and also Twitter and everyone has thoughts on the circus closing, Apple's potential iPhone "theater mode" function and Taco Bell's taco shell made entirely of fried chicken. Plu...more
Rachel Bloom
Jan 16 2017
Rachel Bloom (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend) stops by the show to talk about the inspiration for her somewhat obsessed and lovesick character Rebecca Bunch, making "a romantic comedy that shits on romantic comedies," how she once was an "irresponsible asshole," growing up in Southern California, therapy, anxiety, OCD and looping thoughts, spirituality, Love and Limerence, Unrequited, discovering musical theater, the pitching process and how Crazy Ex-Girlfriend came to be, real life analogues for some of t...more
Meatball Salad, Crazy Crying Pregnant Ladies and Resolutions Revisited!
Jan 12 2017
Alison feels something peculiar in the shower and worries she's going into labor. Jeff wants to make a meatball salad and Jenna's on board. Alison can't stop crying over tiny things and worries she's turned into a cliche pregnant woman overnight. Daniel chooses his words carefully. Special guest Tony Thaxton (Feliz Navipod) crushes The Gregosity Quiz. Jenna is a big fan of Tony's old band, Motion City Soundtrack. Daniel and Alison and Daniel's phone went to Descanso Gardens. Plus Just Me Or Ever...more
Rhea Butcher
Jan 09 2017
Rhea Butcher (Take My Wife, Put Your Hands Together) stops by the show to talk about Akron, her relationship with her parents, realizing she was gay at age 4, guilt, skateboarding, boyfriends, coming out, improv versus standup, graphic design, Jo from Facts of Life, being a vegetarian, Comedy Bang Bang, gender and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Download the episode from iT...more
On-Air Meltdowns, Al's Showers and Working Cats
Jan 05 2017
Alison lost ten years at the end of last year. We're going to find out who knows the most about their self-professed area of expertise. Greg ate horrifying food in Japan. Jenna tried cupping and it was amazing although Alison's reaction to the story makes Daniel sure she's going to need drugs during childbirth. Alison doesn't appreciate Daniel's reaction. Daniel doesn't appreciate Alison's pregnancy farts. Al luxuriates in the shower. Jeff and Daniel disagree strongly about France's new "right t...more
Jim Florentine #3
Jan 02 2017
Comedian and podcaster Jim Florentine is back to talk about life after divorce, his new special A Simple Man, loving uncomfortable situations, not googling or researching women he dates, being a single dad, the "scary" writer's block he experienced, words he hates, parenthood advice, being more disciplined with work and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! This show is ...more
New Year's Resolutions, Placenta Eating and Goal Holes
Dec 29 2016
Alison and Daniel took a horrifying infant safety and CPR class at the hospital. Jordan wants to know what goes on when pregnant women rub their bellies. Someone's "goal hole" was discussed although as I write this I can't remember what it referred to. Look, the wheels came off this episode a little but we still managed to discuss our New Year's plans, resolutions in general, placenta eating, Skeleton Key, crumbs, walnuts and a #Snackchat involving Tastycakes. Plus a round of Just Me Or Everyone...more
Laura Kightlinger
Dec 26 2016
Laura Kightlinger (The Minor Accomplishments of Jackie Woodman, 2 Broke Girls, Will & Grace, SNL) stops by to talk about not being the person Alison thought she knew from years ago, her recent engagement, being a control freak and its effects on romantic gestures, Marc Maron, expecting rejection (check out the book she wrote on the topic: Quick Shots of False Hope: A Rejection Collection), greatest achievements, growing up illegitimate and her relationship with her family, discovering a boyfrien...more
Alison's Baby Shower, Everyone's Divorcing, Uber Horror Stories
Dec 22 2016
Alison's baby shower leads to a small identity crisis, Al's telling us the holidays are a popular time for breakups and Jordan Morris's maternal grandfather was named Pinuel Gatewood. Plus divorce stories, Thurl Ravenscroft, a discussion of Uber vs. Lyft, French fry bars, fro-yo, gag gifts, elf sexuality, What Does #Al Know?, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Sanford. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO p...more
Beth Newell and Sarah Pappalardo of Reductress
Dec 19 2016
Reductress is a hugely popular fake women's magazine satire site. Its founders Beth Newell and Sarah Pappalardo stop by the show to talk about their new book, How to Win at Feminism: The Definitive Guide to Having it All—And Then Some!, how they each got their start in comedy, the specifics of running the site, the Mouth Time! with Reductress podcast, Beth giving birth in a Honda, Sarah's coming out experience, the role of women's and teen magazines in culture and in their childhoods, the kind o...more
South Dakota Brawlers, White Elephant Parties and Terrible Gifts from Alison
Dec 15 2016
Alison thought she had a great weekend full of tree decorating and movie watching until she looked at Instagram and saw all the holiday galas she wasn't invited to. Sean Jordan's from South Dakota where fights sometimes break out. Also he has a thing about extended chewing. Jenna's explaining why Janae keeps a giant mailbox inside the house during the holidays and we're all debating the merits of white elephant parties. Plus a round of What Does #Al Know, Just Me Or Everyone, #Snackchat involvin...more
Dr. Drew and Dr. Bruce
Dec 12 2016
Dr. Drew Pinsky and Dr. Bruce Heischober stop by to talk about their new podcast Weekly Infusion, the challenges of being a doctor in the public eye, working with Adam, how each doctor handles pressure, why the medical community is out of touch, the parameters of defending yourself on social media, the controversy Drew encountered regarding speaking about Hillary Clinton's healthcare (and the timing of the cancellation of his HLN show), biohacking, ADHD, adolescent medicine, addiction, maggots, ...more
A Message from Greg, Alison's Vowels and a Baby Born in a Car
Dec 08 2016
Greg wants to say hi to everyone. Alison still can't hear the different between "Don" and "Dawn" but has some science in the form of something called the "cot-caught merger" as backup. Bees are dying inside figs, Alison just realized what "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" is truly about and special guest Andy Rosen (Totally Married, TBASH) watched his wife give birth in their Volvo. Plus a special fiscally-themed What Does Al Know, cracker chat, some TV Talk, a microwave popcorn controversy, a r...more
Greg Fitzsimmons #6
Dec 05 2016
Greg Fitzsimmons is back to talk about what he and Alison are on the verge of, friendship fears, codependent debates, the best Thanksgiving ever, politics, Trump's Twitter behavior, Short Term 12, Greg's Rogaine commercial and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LOGO pin! This show is brought to you by Amazon (Clicking through the Amazon ba...more
Friendsgiving Rage, Alison's Pie Freakout, 24 by 7
Dec 01 2016
When did Friendsgiving become its own standalone holiday? We're not okay with this. Also, Daniel's learned some tough coffee lessons, Jenna and Samantha went to NYC, Al did something "24 by 7," Jeff went to a vegetarian Thanksgiving and Alison had a pie freakout based on erroneous pie math. Plus, P.E. games we don't miss, sexy compression socks, political correctness, how often to wash sheets, Al's former roommate Bump, a round of a Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Whiskey. Check u...more
Erin Gibson and Bryan Safi Return!
Nov 28 2016
Erin Gibson and Bryan Safi (Throwing Shade) return to the show to talk politics, conversations with Trump supporters, the dead dog Erin found in a bush, Bryan getting hit by a pigeon, gay party animals, Erin's engagement, the Throwing Shade television show (premiering in January on TV Land), smoking, Ghostbusters 2, headboards and who knows whom better (we took a quiz!). Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to b...more
Alison's Socks and Oranges, Thespian Nurses and Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 24 2016
Alison and Daniel saw pictures of "crowning" and Alison might be more traumatized than Daniel. Meanwhile Daniel's finding tons of what might be his own hair in the drain, David Huntsberger has questions and Jenna's saying recovery is worse than anyone tells you. Plus, are meat sweats a real thing? Also we did a round of What Does Al Know, Yes Please or Oh Puhleeze, Just Me Or Everyone, Snack Chat and we talked about an adoptable dog named Russell. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/ali...more
Jim Norton and Sam Roberts
Nov 21 2016
Jim Norton and Sam Roberts stop by to talk about their new Sirius 206/XM 103 show, Nancy Grace's famed walkout, who knows whom better (we even took a quiz), their "flaws" as performers, Sam ranking quite a bit lower on the pervert scale than Jim, Anthony Cumia, Opie, Sam vs. Kevin Pollack, Jim vs. D.L. Hughley and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy the ...more
Jordan's Bathroom Noises, An Abigail Update and a Wheelbarrow of Elves
Nov 17 2016
Special guest Jordan Morris is taking stock of the behaviors he's going to have to give up if he's going to one day cohabitate. Alison's clarifying her door-open position from last week and worrying about premature labor. Al's blasting 90s rock and eating sausage. And what's the right term for a bunch of elves? Plus a piglet update, video game and TV chat, What Does #AL Know?, Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Donovan. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen You pr...more
Georgia and Karen of My Favorite Murder
Nov 14 2016
My Favorite Murder hosts Georgia Hardstark and Karen Kilgariff stop by to talk about birthday doppelgangers, adult time/grownup time, their favorite kinds of murderers, their real crime origin stories, how they met, book series they enjoyed growing up, JT Leroy, Stephen King, VC Andrews, how they work best together, Georgia's need to always be busy, breakfast baked potatoes, tap dancing and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us ou...more
Mr. Privacy, Ghosting Nutritionists, Astral Projection
Nov 09 2016
Daniel favors a closed-door bathroom policy. Alison and Jenna aren't necessarily on board and special guest Dave Huntsberger wonders if bathroom privacy preference splits along gender lines. Meanwhile Jeff's astrally projecting, Dave's dreaming of airports, Al's watching "What About You?" and Alison's thisclose to breaking up with her nutritionist. Plus a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Renie. Check us out on Patreon: Patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new...more
Janet Varney Returns
Nov 07 2016
Janet Varney (The JV Club, Stan Against Evil) stops by to talk about playing a badass sheriff in the new IFC show Stan Against Evil, wanting to do her own stunts, her neck bandaid, how she felt when she heard show creator Dana Gould was writing the role expressly for her, managing stress and anxiety, her experience at Huffington Post Live, grief, darkness, shooting on location, runaway pillowcases, the challenge of voiceover work and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did...more
Alison's Pajama Disaster, Vacation Daniel, Snacks from Japan
Nov 03 2016
What happened to Alison's brand new pajamas that she was super excited about? Did we get a lot of hate mail regarding last week's comments about chiropractors? Did anyone else throw tortillas at their high school graduation? Plus special guest Ali Segel, updated Halloween feelings, old movies, British TV shows, vacation Daniel's hair regimen, snacks from Japan, an adoptable dog named Jared and a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Shane Dawson #5
Oct 31 2016
Shane Dawson is back to talk about masturbating too frequently, body image, artificial sweetener, the Mandela Effect, ranch facials, what works on YouTube, changing his image, relationships, attraction, depression, book tours, not wanting to die, Halo Top, Postmates and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen Buy Alison's Book: Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare ...more
Halloween Buffoonery, Alison's Tour of Offensiveness, Bad Chiropractors
Oct 27 2016
On this spooky Halloween episode, we discuss Alison's new habit of accidentally offending people, bad chiropractor stories, Jensen Karp's thick skin regarding comments, #AL's feelings about "Halloween buffoonery," #SnackChat involving treats from Minnesota, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Mason.
Greg Fitzsimmons #5
Oct 24 2016
Greg Fitzsimmons is back and I always have the best time talking with him. This time we talked about branding, whether we're too needy, being Zach Galifianakis versus Dane Cook, anal sex, breastfeeding, names, Greg's ideas for things I should auction off, high highs and low lows, Trancendental Meditation and anxiety, politics in comedy, a news story about Amy Schumer, the problem with Venice, confronting Tosh and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone....more
Croissantroversy, Jurassic Parked and Jenna's Cheerleading Journal
Oct 20 2016
You may be under the impression we put the "how do you pronounce croissant" debate to bed. You're wrong! Plus Alison visits a nutritionist, Jensen Karp gets stuck on the Jurassic Park ride and Jenna reads a journal entry from when she was a young cheerleader. Plus Daniel's impression of a ventriloquist, Frasier, more Blue Man Group talk, Broadchurch, a rant on Pico de Gallo, #SnackChat involving treats from Croatia, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Akli.
Jeannette Rizzi
Oct 17 2016
Comedian, writer and documentarian Jeannette Rizzi stops by the show to talk about the inspiration behind Blindsided, the one-woman-show she's performing for one night only Oct 20 at the Hollywood Improv. The show involves the suicides of two of Jeannette's classmates when she was a teen (one of whom was her best friend) and Jeannette's subsequent struggles with feeling suicidal herself—but she promises it's funny. We also talk about growing up the daughter of a former monk and former nun in a t...more
Greg's Whereabouts, Alison's Cirque du Soleil Obsession, Jenna's Nutcrackers
Oct 13 2016
Someone was involved in a hit-and-run many, many years ago. Alison's obsessed with Cirque du Soleil and also had a somewhat mortifying experience at the OBGYN. Jenna's mom's dream is for her children to gather 'round and enjoy cracking nuts without making a bunch of jokes. Plus Al's miscalculation involving the Blue Man Group, What Does Al Know, acorns and kumquats, #SnackChat straight from Israel, a discussion of Greg's plans and a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Kulap Vilaysack Returns
Oct 10 2016
Kulap Vilaysack (Who Charted?, Bajillion Dollar Properties) returns to the show to talk about her memorable Podfest entrance (and feeling comfortable taking up space), projecting confidence, the status of the Origin Story documentary, creating and helming Bajillion Dollar Properties, losing her beloved Rocky, grief, babies, secrets and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Fancy Burgers, Online Dating Apps and Special Guest Ali Segel
Oct 06 2016
Special guest Ali Segel joins us again (Greg is out shooting a pilot) for an episode where we discuss Ali's take on Shake Shack and her preference for fancy burgers, online dating apps that Alison wants to join even though she's married and pregnant, a #SnackChat involving popular treats from Corpus Christi, Texas, more details on Daniel's bleach drinking or-was-it incident, TV Talk, basement chat and more. We also gave some advice to a listener wanting to know how and when to have the talk abou...more
The Sklar Brothers Return
Oct 03 2016
Jason and Randy Sklar return to the show for a spirited discussion of parenthood, Colin Kaepernick and the role of political commentary in sports, whether sports in general are behind the times, raising a son versus raising a daughter, live tweeting the AVN Awards, how to tell Jason and Randy apart on audio, having sex with Wendy, fist fighting in a cab, recent and upcoming projects and so much more. We also took listener questions and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Piglets Named Abigail, Fro Yo Hold-Ups and Special Guest Ali Segel
Sep 29 2016
Special guest Ali Segel joins us on this episode where we recap our fun day at Podfest and discuss a 6-day-old piglet that Alison fell in love with and wants to protect from assholes at The Grove, weirdness at frozen yogurt shops, Al's experience with hot eats and cool treats, Jenna's infamous free Chipotle streak, Ali's battles with agoraphobia, corn stealing, corn mazes, compliments and insults from children and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and featured an adoptable dog named Major. ...more
Cameron Esposito
Sep 26 2016
Cameron Esposito (Take My Wife) stops by the show to talk about not feeling comfortable in her own skin growing up, being cross-eyed as a child and having multiple surgeries to correct her vision, shame associated with eye contact, being enamored of the hierarchy inherent in comedy, her transition from improv to stand up, coming out in college, her evolving feelings about Catholicism, the way lesbians are constantly "processing," struggling to be in the moment, lists and goals, working with her ...more
Crystals, Croissants and Special Guest Jensen Karp
Sep 22 2016
Jensen Karp stops by for a discussion of UFC fights and how much money we would need to let someone pummel us, money and materialism in general, Alison making the mistake of not asking a million questions at a restaurant, how to pronounce croissant, crystals and sage, superstitions, Jensen's new podcast with his mom "the fancy witch" and creepy older dudes. We also hear another excerpt from Jenna's journal and offer advice to young listener trying to get over a confusing, tumultuous relationship...more
Sophia Amoruso
Sep 19 2016
Sophia Amoruso, bazillionaire entrepreneur, author of New York Times bestseller #Girlboss and producer of the forthcoming Netflix series about her life, stops by the show to talk about founding the hugely successful e-commerce site Nasty Gal and how it started as an eBay vintage clothing store, hosting #Girlboss radio, the soon-to-be-released Nasty Galaxy, congratulating her mom when her parents divorced, living on her own at a young age, shoplifting, jail time, how to be successful on the inter...more
Alison's Destroying Jeans, Jenna's Gagging on Pumpkin, Greg is back!
Sep 15 2016
Alison has a cooking/science question and she wants to know if #Al knows. Greg is back with a story of a memorial sandwich. Jenna made a video about pumpkin spice wherein she overdid the pumpkin spice and Daniel's brought saladitos—a Snackchat item that results in a first ever for Snackchat (you'll have to listen to hear what happens). Plus Alison's destroying her new maternity jeans and the group discusses convertibles in a round of Yes Please or Oh Puh-leeze. Plus Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Dagne....more
Christina Pazsitzky #3
Sep 12 2016
Christina Pazsitzky (Your Mom's House, That's Deep Bro) stops by the show to talk about pregnancy and motherhood, career epiphanies, the now legendary Cincinnati Fart, who's the real water champ, how labor can be life affirming with the right drugs, dealing with her mother's death, boundaries, her childhood, dogs, feeling alien and so much more. We also took questions from the listeners and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Alison's Huge Body, The Truth About Jenna's Prom, Daniel's Pizza Nachos
Sep 08 2016
Alison's feeling huge and Daniel isn't helping. Plus a Greg update, Allan prefers his science fiction to have more karate and Daniel's got a million dollar nacho idea. Then Jenna reads a journal excerpt about prom which isn't exactly the truth. We also discuss permanent makeup and driverless cars and do a #Snackchat involving Pumpkin Spice Oreos and Boo-tterscotch M&Ms. Plus a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an urgent adoptable dog named Princess.
Henry Phillips
Sep 05 2016
Comedian, actor and musician Henry Phillips (Henry's Kitchen, Silicon Valley, Punching the Clown) stops by the show to talk about his new comedy special Neither Here Nor There and how he's "always found failure to be hilarious." We also talk about his evolution from musician to comedian, growing up the son of a character actor, always playing someone named Henry, the genesis of the wildly popular cooking show parody Henry's Kitchen, relationships, You and Your Fucking Coffee, Doug Stanhope, soci...more
Ali Michelle's Rad Parties, Daniel's Morning Beverage, Bathroom Steve
Sep 01 2016
Alison reads a journal entry from when she was an unrecognizable to her present day self 16 year old but not before recounting the shock of thinking Daniel was casually taking his life earlier in the day. Plus a debate about Stranger Things (no spoilers), talk of Jenna's comedy special, a discussion of large curd cottage cheese and dollar stores and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and talked about an adoptable dog named Brownie.
Greg Fitzsimmons #4
Aug 29 2016
Greg Fitzsimmons is back! The episode starts with a bet between Alison and Greg and moves on to talk of a potentially uncomfortable conversation with Marc Maron, Greg's colonoscopy, quitting drinking and drugs, Stanford's recent decision to ban hard alcohol and whether drinking makes men more prone to rape. Then Alison shares an experience from her past that she's never spoken about. Plus we took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Alison's Pregnancy Cacti, Greg's English Journal, Al's Ladies
Aug 25 2016
Alison's body is changing, Greg's answering the siren call of adventure and we all learn a little more about life in a Mormon Singles' Ward. Plus Alison had a career meltdown but pulled herself out of it and also dropped three to five boxes of popsicles at the grocery store. And we offered some advice, got news about apples from a man on the inside, did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and talked about an adoptable dog named Pumpkin.
Heather McDonald
Aug 22 2016
Heather McDonald (Juicy Scoop, Chelsea Lately, You'll Never Blue Ball in This Town Again) stops by the show to talk about abusive adult siblings, her unfortunate feud with Chelsea Handler (and its resolution), getting her start via a Learning Annex class, getting her driver's license before she got her period, being a virgin until she was 27, motherhood and marriage, Studs, Andrew Shue and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Alison's Baby Statue, Jeff's Kismet and Swedish Fish Oreos
Aug 18 2016
Daniel's dream cheating again so Alison comes up with an ingenious way to stop it. Plus Jeff reads from his journal, we discuss whether cats really like lasagna or if Garfield is an outlier, Alison tells the story of the time she crashed a brand new car into another brand new car at a dealership and we offer some advice to a listener who works with mean girls. Plus #SnackChat with Swedish Fish Oreos and a round of Just Me Or Everyone. (Back next week with another adoptable dog!)
Erin McGathy
Aug 15 2016
Erin McGathy (This Feels Terrible, Human Conversation with Wayne Federman, Harmontown) stops by the show to talk about her marriage to and divorce from Dan Harmon, clashing love languages, moving to Ireland, growing up a military kid, losing her mom young and her evolving relationship with her father, live shows, the ice cream crown she wore at her bachelorette party, losing herself in her relationship, insecurities, discount wedding dresses, agoraphobia and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone....more
Jenna's Journal, Alison's Harrowing Medical Test and an Advice Update
Aug 11 2016
Jenna reads an excerpt from her college journal on this episode and it does not disappoint. Plus Alison has a nerve-wracking genetic testing experience and the listener who wanted advice about her best friend's fiance cheating with the listener's sister has provided us with an update. Plus a conflict about zucchini bread, Jenna's dad at the Olympics, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Gordon.
Mindy Cohn
Aug 08 2016
Mindy Cohn (Facts of Life, Scooby-Doo) stops by the show this week and if you know anything about me it's that I'm a huge lifelong fan so you can only imagine how excited and nervous I was. Mindy did not disappoint. We talked about her unusual childhood—being discovered by Norman Lear, Alan Horn and Charlotte Rae when they were researching girls' schools to bring authenticity to Facts of Life, attending regular school while also working on the show, having "once in a lifetime experiences all the...more
Gender Reveal, Alison's Journal, Buxom Exes
Aug 04 2016
Alison and Daniel are pretty sure they know what they're having. Plus the overwrought journal entry-reading continues this week with a couple soul-crushing pages from Alison's journal (Jenna's next week and then either Jeff or Greg again. We're keeping this going!), plus talk of exes, Janae's advice for making friends, Mindy Cohn-chat, advice to a young listener in love with her best friend, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Adler.
Dave Coulier
Aug 01 2016
Dave Coulier (Full House, Fuller House) stops by the show to talk about his new digital songbook and album The Adventures of Jimmy Bugar as well as to regale us with celebrity fart impressions. We also talk about working clean, growing up in Michigan, his start in comedy, hand farts versus mouth farts, the period where he worried his career was over, Alanis Morrisette, an intervention his friends performed when they worried he was with the wrong woman, fatherhood, divorce, getting married after ...more
Alison's New Jacket, Greg's Old Journal, Chips from France
Jul 28 2016
Alison and Daniel are both having anxiety dreams, Alison bought a maternity jacket that happens to be a regular jacket plus 30 dollars and Greg's pulled out his old journals to regale us all. This episode also has palindromes, advice for listeners regarding zoos and moving into your own place, #SnackChat featuring chips from Paris, Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Rex.
Spike Feresten
Jul 25 2016
Spike Feresten (Seinfeld, Talkshow with Spike Feresten, Car Matchmaker) stops by to talk about nicknames, childhood mischief, going to Berklee School of Music and realizing it was a mistake, being silly and getting paid for it, working for Letterman and SNL, dealing with the real soup nazi in New York, writing the "Soup Nazi" Seinfeld script, realizing there was a pattern to the way his relationships ended, therapy, his love of cars, his batting average on Car Matchmaker and car advice in genera...more
Alison's Crisis, Daniel's Bing Bong Theory and One Helluva Sister Problem
Jul 21 2016
Alison comes face to face with herself in great lighting at DSW and is horrified by what she sees. Greg has a fantastic metabolism but can't sleep. Jenna's back from Utah with Snack Chat items and advice for Alison regarding maternity clothing. Also, love for discontinued sweatpants, Daniel's workplace bathroom problem and advice for a listener who needs to move on from an abusive relationship and a listener whose best friend's fiancé is cheating with the listener's sister. Plus we did a round o...more
Jonah Ray Returns
Jul 18 2016
Jonah Ray (The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail, Mystery Science Theater 3000, Hidden America, Nerdist) returns to the show to talk about the dream come true experience of being chosen to host the upcoming MST3K reboot, feelings of unworthiness the opportunity has brought to the surface, having multiple TV shows on the air and straight white male guilt, the experience of growing up with drug addict parents, finding his parents' sex toys, advice from comedians he didn't take and so much more. We al...more
Alison's Jealousy, Greg's Trash Snooping, Jeff's Chonies
Jul 14 2016
Alison's having crazy pregnancy dreams, Greg is looking into his neighbor's trash and Jeff has suffered an underwear massacre. Also on this episode, Daniel accidentally agrees with Alison when she refers to herself as a big gal, #AL correctly explains it was a trap and Susie Meister is filling in for Jenna who's still in Utah, high on Janae's candy sweepstakes win. Also we had some advice for a young listener currently working a job that isn't as advertised, had a heated debate about Swedish fis...more
Neal Brennan Returns
Jul 11 2016
Neal Brennan (Chappelle's Show, The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, Inside Amy Schumer) returns to the show to talk about the creation of his ingenious new one man show 3 Mics, where he alternates between three microphones on stage, one designated for "one liners," one for "emotional stuff" and one for "stand up." We also talk about being the tenth of ten kids, growing up with an alcoholic father and the ensuing rage and chaos, going on a six day silent meditation retreat, his approach to directing...more
Your Questions and The Great Poll Results Reveal
Jul 07 2016
On this episode we finally reveal the very important results of the Twitter poll we ran to get to the bottom of whether we should continue to talk about reality shows or not. We also dusted off Deleted Tweets and discussed whether we'd rather never have to put gas in our cars or never have to pee again, if given the choice. Plus we offered some advice, did a round of Just Me Or Everyone, talked about toiletries and olives and featured an adoptable dog named Zimba.
The Return of Mary Katharine Ham
Jul 04 2016
Mary Katharine Ham, author of End of Discussion and CNN political commentator, makes her fourth appearance on the show to talk about life after the sudden and tragic loss of her beloved husband Jake Brewer. He was killed in a cycling accident in September during a ride for charity. Because both Mary Katharine and Jake were public figures (Jake worked at the White House and had previously worked at Change.org), there was a bit of a media circus that surrounded the news. We discussed this experien...more
Alison Betrays Jenna, Al Gets a Pedicure, Greg Loves Bugs
Jun 30 2016
This episode starts with a little bit of sad news before moving into a discussion of Greg's obsession with giant bugs. Also Jenna feels a trifle betrayed by Alison, Al got a pedicure and Greg wants to know if Al and Jenna ever swear in their minds. We also did a #SnackChat involving Swiss snacks, answered some listener questions about long distance relationships and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Plus we talked about an adoptable dog named Carmela.
Greg Fitzsimmons Returns Again
Jun 27 2016
Greg Fitzsimmons (Fitzdog Radio on iTunes and Sirius/Howard 101) joins the show to talk about participating in a recent Best Buddies bike race for charity, catching one of Tom Brady's passes, visiting JFK's bedroom, not having cable or internet for the past month, his mockingbird problem and the ethical ramifications of how to solve it, vermin, dating people much older and/or younger than you, being addicted to opiates, a particular summer Greg spent in the Hamptons and being a fan of third reic...more
The Blackout Episode
Jun 23 2016
About half an hour before our scheduled recording time—in the middle of a heat wave—we lost all power. But the show must go on, even if it means six and a half sweaty people sitting in darkness reading JMOES by candlelight. On this very strange episode we talked about seeing two heartbeats, whether I'm a good driver, the preponderance of limos in RHOBH and whether this is really how rich people travel, Koo Koo Roo and "fast casual," Jenna's bunk bed guys, Jenna's fears about becoming a parent, g...more
Throwing Shade's Erin Gibson and Bryan Safi
Jun 20 2016
Erin Gibson and Bryan Safi of the Throwing Shade podcast (and soon to be TV Land television show) stopped by this episode to talk about Alison's run in with an older woman who needed eggplant, Erin's boundaries, being credited under a hairbrush, the time a woman insulted Erin's lipstick choice, Erin demanding fairness from her parents, Erin and Bryan's inherent ability to see unfairness, moms not getting to do what they want in life, babies and dogs, Bryan realizing he was gay and his experience...more
More Big News, Meeting Teen Idols, Al's New Restaurant
Jun 16 2016
After more big news and the revelation of an amazingly exciting-to-Alison potential podcast booking, we discuss meeting people we've been huge fans of since childhood and the way these encounters don't always go as smoothy as we wish like when Jenna met a Backstreet Boy and Jeff met his favorite member of the Monkees. We also talk about who #AL wants to host his funeral (hint: it's not Jenna), Al's new restaurant NOR, the worst gymnastics lesson ever, gardening, Jenna's Vanderpump/Real Housewive...more
Dave Holmes Returns
Jun 13 2016
Writer and television personality Dave Holmes returns to the show to talk about his fantastic new book Party of One: A Memoir in 21 Songs (out June 28) which you're going to want to pre-order, not just because it opens with a discussion of Blind Melon. On this episode we talked about Dave's love of pop culture, why Vanderpump people are Dave's least favorite kind of people, his one experience with cocaine, wanting at various times to be part of a group, coming out to his parents, the way a Catho...more
Alison's News, Jenna's Birthday, Greg's Pitches
Jun 09 2016
After an exciting announcement near the top of the show, we talk about doctors who play rock music during surgery (and whether #AL knows the most popular bands played in operating rooms), Casablanca and viewing it for the first time, Jenna's date in a corn maze, Jenna's feelings about turning 30, Greg's harrowing day of pitches, plays and musicals and being uncomfortable in the front row, Greg's curling iron fears, getting into bed real quick so the other person is stuck turning off the lights a...more
Ben Gleib Returns
Jun 06 2016
Ben Gleib (Idiotest, Chelsea Lately) returns to the show to talk about his Showtime special Neurotic Gangster, dieting, eating every three hours, speaking for all men, needing last minute pressure to meet deadlines, carrying a cooler around with him, jelly beans, Syrian people living in his butt, bringing a Kanye West and Donald Trumpesque flair for self-promotion to his art and career, politics, appearing on CNN, ABC and The Today Show, relationships and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone....more
Your Questions, Eating Armadillos and The Chuckle In Your Voice
Jun 02 2016
Al's eaten the finest of Uruguayan cuisine as we learned on this episode. Also we discussed what it would be like if turtles were on reality shows, everyone's experience playing the recorder in grade school and Alison's secret love of the recorder, Nibbles's real name, our hot new mailbox, voiceover technique, The Jinx and Making a Murderer, whether being best friends suggests exclusivity, weird dreams and we took your questions over Twitter. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and talked about an available dog named Rufus....more
Ben Hoffman / Wheeler Walker Jr.
May 30 2016
Comedian Ben Hoffman (The Ben Show), who's currently doing interviews as his country musician alter ego Wheeler Walker Jr., agreed to be himself—the Ben part of himself that is—for his return to the show which took place on the eve of his first tour as Wheeler. Wheeler Walker Jr.'s self-financed album, Redneck Shit, is a surprise hit. It debuted at number nine on the Billboard country charts and number one on the comedy charts. The album, with songs like "Fuck You Bitch" and "Which One O Your Qu...more
Really Rosie, Danielpump Rules and Greg's Yelp Saga
May 26 2016
Who among the Thursday gang has written a Yelp review? You'd be surprised. Also in this episode we talk about Alison's Really Rosie bender and all the nostalgia it brought up, Daniel's increasing metamorphosis from a Vanderpump Rules non-participant to the show's biggest fan, Alison and Daniel's SUR drive by, Brazil nuts and cauliflower, rolling calls, Greg's battle with a health food market, Alison and Jenna's jumpiness, nicknames, bleaching teeth, vicissitudes and so much more. We also talked ...more
Travis McElroy
May 23 2016
Travis McElroy (My Brother, My Brother and Me, The Adventure Zone, Interrobang, Schmanners, Can I Pet Your Dog) stops by the show to talk about being a part of numerous popular podcasts, wanting to improve the internet, his friendship with a certain Lin Manuel-Miranda and learning My Brother, My Brother and Me got a shoutout in Hamilton, the battle of two Travises, working at the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, losing his mom to cancer when he was in college and the way it affected his relations...more
Champers, Brekkie and Al's Grammy Win
May 19 2016
Did you know #AL won a Grammy? Truly. Also, while we're asking questions, which is worse: the person who says champers or the person who says brekkie? These are a few of the many topics covered on this episode. Also Daniel's increasing and reluctant obsession with Vanderpump Rules, vocal exercises, compassion fatigue, stinky fridges, #workfridge, eating at a table versus over the garbage can, food at Jenna's family's house versus #AL's, Daniel's thoughts on cereal, mail bankruptcy and a special ...more
Mike Schmidt
May 16 2016
Podcaster, comedian and writer Mike Schmidt (The 40-Year-Old Boy) stops by the show to talk about which brand of bottled water tastes like rocks and filth, his girlfriend Jill from Wisconsin, the breakup of his marriage and the experience of divorce, why he feels he wasn't a good husband, the Never Not Funny backstory, people walking on eggshells around him, anger, gastric bypass surgery and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Alison's Potato Face, Weird Ice Cream Scoops and Six Degrees of Homelessness
May 12 2016
Fresh from France with the taste of vomit still in my mouth (oh, did I mention I got sick there because I can't shut up about it) we recorded this episode where we talked about the trip, Jeff's Florida adventure, the weird ice cream scoop that I thought was standard but isn't, the death of Nibbles McGee, Jenna's first Mother's Day, modern dancing, Dutch snacks and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and talked about an adoptable dog named Mickey.
Jensen Karp
May 09 2016
Jensen Karp (Get Up On This) is a true multi-hyphenate. He's a writer, a gallery owner, an entrepreneur, a producer, a manager and a former rapper. And an author: the upcoming Kanye West Owes Me $300 (And Other True Stories from a White Rapper Who Almost Made it Big), due out June 7, chronicles his unlikely rise as the rapper Hot Karl. We talked about his childhood in Woodland Hills, getting bullied for loving rap and hip hop, performing at age 12, rap battles, media savvy, prognosticating trend...more
Alison's Big Question, Jeff's Pot Epiphany, Jenna's Magical Jeans
May 05 2016
Should you wash and dry your jeans before getting them altered? It's a complicated issue and the Thursday gang is here to weigh in. Plus we recount some glorious pants past and talk about the fact Jenna has never had a pork chop and has only recently tried fried chicken. Plus Jeff shared his weed adventure and pot epiphany and I recall the same series of thoughts I would find myself having every single time I was high. Also we did a snack chat with mulberries, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and ...more
Rory Scovel Returns
May 02 2016
Comedian Rory Scovel returns to the show to talk about contrived honesty, people pleasing and how being a new father has affected his relationships, pretending to be easy breezy, not feeling the need to be a people pleaser onstage, eating and not eating meat and sugar, his belief that he has zero game, his friendship with Todd Glass, college bodies, being your own boss, Catholic school guilt and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Layoffs, Takeoffs and Greg's Greatest Poop Story
Apr 28 2016
A few episodes ago we teased a particular Greg story and then didn't get to it and you guys were none too pleased. Here, finally is Greg's spiritual evacuation journey plus some news about Alison and Daniel (no, not THAT news), a Janae story that does not disappoint, sleeping with the lights on and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and talked about an adoptable dog named Boogie.
Tiffany Haddish
Apr 25 2016
I first met comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish (Keanu, The Carmichael Show) when we both appeared on a radio show and ever since then I've hoped to have her on ARIYNBF. I'd heard bits and pieces of her story and got the sense she'd had a rough upbringing but I wasn't quite prepared for the intensity of what she'd experienced. Abusive parents, foster care, living in her car, an abusive first husband, care taking from the age of 8, and even as I write this I feel as if I'm not conveying the part...more
Al's Bug Out Bag, Greg's Mom's OJ Story, Alison's Aggressive Bed Making
Apr 21 2016
Ornery Jones and Old Bones Jones make an appearance on this episode as well as Craftsy Joe, Moss the Sauce, Helldog and The Supervisor. Because we were talking about nicknames. Which led to a discussion of The Juice and the revelation that Greg's Mom knew OJ Simpson in college. Plus my new drug, The Walking Dead, disaster preparedness, bed making, a round of Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Marbles.
Arden Myrin
Apr 18 2016
I'm in love with actress, writer and comedian Arden Myrin. I love that she claims to have looked like "a little red-headed gentleman" until she was 19, I love that she describes herself as "silly and rascally" and I love listening to her talk about how for her, stand up has been a spiritual journey. Also, there's the story about what happened to her lady parts while enthusiastically doing the worm onstage but that one just makes me want to cross my legs for eternity. In addition, on this episode...more
Do Women Really Get Mad At Men for Holding Doors? Also: Banana Bread!
Apr 14 2016
In keeping with my New Year's resolution to be more social, I attended Greg Fitzsimmons 50th birthday party where I both had a good time and endured a shockingly painful massage. We also talked about Jenna's cling wrap battles, banana bread, whether women actually get mad at men for holding doors, not knowing about wine, bagging your own groceries, fears of home invasion and so much more. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and talked about an adoptable dog named Alpine.
Hutch Harris
Apr 11 2016
Hutch Harris of one of my very favorite bands The Thermals stops by Dining Room Studios to talk about what it's like playing in a band with someone he used to date, how he and Kathy met and why they broke up, Portland's "budtenders," recording the first Thermals album by himself and then putting a band together to play for Sub Pop, coolness not coming naturally to him, his childhood, growing up religious, taking PCP and then going to a church group, losing his virginity, how he got into comedy, ...more
Pilot Shoots and Lemon Pranks
Apr 07 2016
On this episode we recounted the recent shooting of my pilot and Greg's affinity for on-set pranks. Plus all the coffee I drink while performing, whether people have better sides, sausages, Vanderpump Rules, what #AL knows about pillows, everyone's pillow preference, how to write numbers, frozen dinners and upsetting revelations courtesy of my husband. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and talked about an adoptable dog named Mr. Wilson.
Margaret Cho
Apr 04 2016
For this very special episode, we went on location to Margaret Cho's house to talk with her about her recent appearance on Korean SNL, things that frighten her, learning how to talk about sexual abuse onstage and the challenge of asking people to laugh instead of cry, choosing anger over forgiveness, the role of violence in art, her upcoming album American Myth (it comes out April 29 and the songs are beautiful and haunting and still stuck in my head and you should definitely get the album), gro...more
Trash Chat and Buffet Wishes
Mar 31 2016
Is it rude to not tie your garbage bag before tossing it in the can? This was the genesis of a disagreement in the House of Greg so we moved said conflict to the show. We also did an epic Easter-themed Snack Chat with goodies Jenna and Al brought back from Utah, discussed buffets and Souplantation, discussed the word "plantation" and talked about Alison and Greg's upcoming TV shoot. Plus drug and injection chat in The Biological Clock, Dustin's wedding, Star Wars and Game of Thrones. And we did ...more
Rhea Seehorn Returns
Mar 28 2016
Rhea Seehorn (Better Call Saul) returns to the show to chat about being paralyzed by indecision, the audition process for Better Call Saul (it involved fake scripts and fake characters), the ways in which she is and isn't like BCS's Kim Wexler, auditioning in general and her evolving approach, the "agenda" she had for the first third of her career, what she used to look like, growing up in a chaotic household, why she considers Blink a "spiritual text," the surprising and hilarious way she met h...more
Email Systems and Drifter Butlers
Mar 24 2016
On this episode we talked about complicated restaurant orders, #Al's intense email system, drifter butlers, everyone's bad Australian accents, The Grateful Dead, John Mayer and the return of Yes Please or No Thank You Or Oh, Puh-leeze. We also did around of Just Me Or Everyone and talked about an adoptable dog named Pernelia. (Update, Pernelia has been adopted. But check out Gus and Azul!)
Stevie Ryan Returns
Mar 21 2016
Stevie Ryan returns to the show to talk about kidney stones, being stoned, ballet and how it's helped her depression, depression in general, suicidal tendencies and cutting, being "on pointe," hypnotherapy, sleep eating, body dysmorphia, comedy pilots, auditions, drugs, dudes grinding on you, Tetris and so much more. We also took your questions over Twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Alison's Hugs and Big Pink Cats!
Mar 17 2016
Do I give the kind of hugs that could best be described as non-committal and tentative? I think of myself as a distributor of warm snuggly hugs however the feedback I've received of late would suggest otherwise. We delved into this gritty topic along with a discussion of a sex dream involving Jimmy Pardo, my recent consecutive social engagements, a backhanded insult which isn't a thing but it was, Phil Rosenthal's food and travel show, Jenna's tour de force as a cat from the South, St. Patrick's...more
Jen Kirkman Returns
Mar 14 2016
Jen Kirkman returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about all sorts of stuff including her new book which I loved so much I wanted to crawl inside and live there, I Know What I'm Doing And Other Lies I Tell Myself: Dispatches from a Life Under Construction (out April 12th but available for pre-order now), Twitter battles which aren't really battles, Bernie Bros, commonsenseytocin, "lulz," how she used to see herself, the feeling that one's too loud, Mittens, fun coats, how she ch...more
Curds, Interventions... and Fish Butts!
Mar 10 2016
Superfan Meghan brought us cheese curds from Wisconsin so this episode features a cheese-centric #SnackChat. We also talked about Greg's voice doppelgänger on Intervention, coming home to find your landlord in your apartment unannounced, whether fish have butts, #AL's fear of being wrongly accused, Greg's guitar collection, fake smiles and the photo posing tip Victoria Beckham shared with Greg and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and talked about an adoptable dog named Cindy....more
Greg Behrendt
Mar 07 2016
Comedian and author Greg Behrendt stopped by Dining Room Studios to talk about all sorts of things including the complicated effect being a consultant on Sex and The City had on his life and career and the way he spun out when fans of the book and cultural phenomenon he co-authored, He's Just Not That Into You, began showing up in droves at his comedy shows. Women wanted to hear him do a "TED talk about relationships" but he was there to do standup. We also discussed his decision to host a dayt...more
Ski Trips, Mean Girls and Special Guest Little Esther
Mar 03 2016
Little Esther joins us while Greg becomes one with the sea this week for an episode in which we determine the worst age and discuss who was a mean girl and who was tormented by mean girls. We also chatted about Daniel and my recent ski trip, the burden of being God's gift to the slopes, Southern Utah accents, the road trip from hell, tampon strings, super uncomfortable layers, Jeff waking up with a bug up his butt and so much more. Plus we did a round of just me or everyone and talked about this...more
Nikki Glaser Returns Again!
Feb 29 2016
Nikki Glaser may be the first repeat Monday guest we've had in Dining Room Studios which puts her in an elite group of one, despite that fact that her therapist Donna tries to impress upon her she's just average. The last time Nikki and I talked, she was shooting a talk show pilot about sex for Comedy Central. She's now moved to Los Angeles and is hosting that same show, Not Safe with Nikki Glaser. On this episode we talked about a video she claimed was satisfying but which slightly traumatized ...more
Nibbles McGee's Big Adventure
Feb 25 2016
You guys, I fell off the carb wagon, and how, so I talked about that in a shameful #SnackChat segment. We also talked about Scotch kisses, butterfly kisses, people who live in glass houses, something called Meat Dip, a stirring open letter to the salsa industry, the mindfuck pulled by The Bachelor's Caila, an upcoming ski trip and so much more. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and talked about a dog named Gwen who is available for adoption.
Alex Blagg
Feb 22 2016
Alex Blagg is the kind of overachiever who makes you feel as if you aren't doing enough with your life/career, but in a completely charming way. In addition to being the co-creator and executive producer of @midnight, he writes for Workaholics, helms (along with two partners) a successful production company, writes feature scripts and is raising twins. And he doesn't even seem stressed. We talked about what brought him to this point: growing up the son of "cool Jesus" parents, moving around, ren...more
Personality Quizzes and Tupperware Angst
Feb 18 2016
Before recording this episode we all took the Keirsey Temperament Sorter personality quiz and then revealed our results on air. Then #AL told us what it all means according to David Keirsey's Please Understand Me and what each of our personal hells would look like. It was surprising to learn which members of the gang have the same personality types. We also talked about important matters like people who steal Tupperware. Plus we discussed "No Substitution" policies at restaurants and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone....more
Gustavo Arellano
Feb 15 2016
I knew Gustavo way back when I was leaving the OC Weekly and he was starting there. He came out of nowhere it seemed and was suddenly writing a zillion articles a week which, I heard at the time, didn't exactly endear him to the other writers. He went on to gain attention and notoriety with his now nationally syndicated "Ask a Mexican" column, author three books and become the editor-in-chief of the paper. He also regularly appears on radio programs and is a consulting producer on Fox's animated...more
Bunk Beds, Chopped Salad and Special Guest Susie Meister
Feb 11 2016
We're minus #AL but plus special guest Susie Meister on this episode where we talked about our different interpretations of a common cliche, which is the better bunk bed should one find him or herself needing to bunk, Greg's issue with chopped salads, meeting Janae, Party Girl and other assorted Kim Jones Mosses at Samantha's baby blessing and so much more. We also talked about lady's underwear and #GALCHAT. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Michael Ian Black
Feb 08 2016
I've been a fan of actor, writer and comedian Michael Ian Black for years so it was a real treat to have him stop by my podcast during one of his trips to Los Angeles. We talked about his podcast How to Be Amazing and his approach to interviewing before delving into some of the meatier topics explored in his most recent book—which I loved and highly recommend—Navel Gazing: True Tales of Bodies, Mostly Mine (but also my mom's which I know sounds weird). We chatted about growing up in a home fille...more
Barnhouses, Broken Noses and the Birth of a New Segment
Feb 04 2016
We got to the bottom of what #AL knows on this episode and we also debuted a new segment that Greg can't remember the name of. Plus we debated precious notebooks, talked about the whereabouts of Jenna and Al's baby, discussed the butt stuff that does or does not go on in fraternities and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Also: oodles of other stuff!
Jake Fogelnest
Feb 01 2016
I like to think I was something of a precocious whippersnapper, but writer, director, producer, podcaster, television personality Jake Fogelnest (Wet Hot American Summer, Billy On The Street, Difficult People) has me beat. At age 7 he wanted to be John Waters... and then actually contacted and spoke with John Waters. (I merely wrote a fan letter to animal expert Joan Embery and received a perfunctory written reply.) He went on to host a public access show, Squirt TV, from his bedroom in Manhatta...more
Statistics, Probability, Tension and Soup
Jan 28 2016
Ok look, this was a weird show. There was tension, embarrassment, statistics and probability (part of our fledgling "What Does #AL Know" segment), egg talk, a discussion of soup, music and whether it's better to have a lot of lights on or very few. Also we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone!
Kate Micucci
Jan 25 2016
I first met comedian, musician, actress and artist Kate Micucci years ago when she and Riki Lindhome performed live as Garfunkel & Oates at my first live Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend show at UCB. I've wanted to have her on the show solo to really delve into all things Kate ever since. On this episode we talked about the ways in which she's the same as she was as a kid, what she was like as a kid and her close relationship with her parents, crying at school because she missed them, being ...more
What Does Al Know???? (And Another Salad Debacle)
Jan 21 2016
This episode features the birth of an on-the-fly-off-the-cuff segment entitled, "What does #AL know?" in which we attempt to figure out the titular question and also, how the game works. We also talked about sports and finance which is unusual for us and I detailed yet another salad debacle. Also I just had blood drawn and I think my vein hurts which is neither here nor there and has nothing to do with this episode but just saying, weird arm sensation. And we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and Daniel revealed some of my secrets....more
April Richardson
Jan 18 2016
Comedian and podcaster April Richardson stopped by, hoarse from singing David Bowie songs at the top of her lungs the night before, to talk about all sorts of stuff including growing up an only child and how she thinks that impacts her relationships today, what she was like as a kid, not getting along with her stepdad or stepbrothers, her relationship with her mom, her relationship with her father who she only met a handful of times, how she felt when she learned her father was dying, forgivenes...more
Finicky McPrissy and the 600 Questions
Jan 14 2016
If you've ever wished to go to dinner with me, you won't after hearing this episode. Also, we talked about Jenna's ice-pack maxi-pads, things Greg overheard at the Farmer's Market, junkyard kittens, things Greg feels shame and guilt about, my experience on Anna Faris's podcast, Daniel's feelings about food, car washes, the new show intro and more. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and I even took a video during the segment.
Susie Meister
Jan 11 2016
You might know Susie Meister from her many seasons on MTV, first on Road Rules and then on The Challenge. Or maybe you know her from her podcast Brain Candy which she hosts with fellow MTV'er Sarah Rice, or the one she hosted before that, The Meister Piece. When she first popped up on screens she was known for being super religious (pentecostal) but over the seasons her beliefs changed and now she has a different relationship with religion, along with a PHD in Religious Studies. We talked about ...more
Magicians, Hypnosis, Things Placed Inside Alison
Jan 07 2016
My God, who names these episodes? Just kidding, it's me, the person who was awake for a harrowing surgical prep and who has maybe changed her mind a little about Versed because it turns out certain kinds of discomfort cut right through the haze and wake you right the fuck up. Also waking me up? The steroids they put in the IV during the last egg retrieval. But this episode isn't only fert alerts, we also learned what everyone did for New Year's Eve. One person's evening involved a magician! Also...more
Jay Larson
Jan 04 2016
I met Jay Larson back when I was a guest on The CrabFeast and have wanted to have him on my show ever since. It finally happened and I learned all sorts of things about the man like the fact he has about 12 memories of his father, he now auditions for parts where the characters are described as “surprisingly handsome” which has got to be a bit of a kick in the nuts since he was THE SHIT in high school and definitely handsome in a way that was obvious not surprising, he lives life in the moment a...more
The New York Odyssey and Our Special Year End Episode
Dec 31 2015
Sure you could let Ryan Seacrest count down your New Year's eve but wouldn't you rather do it with us, your new best friends? We did a full on count down with noisemakers that you can sync up to midnight. Did Alison's landlord call in the middle? Oh yes. But surprisingly it wasn't about the noise! Also on this special year end episode I recount Daniel and my New York odyssey which included a lot of vomit and an encounter or two with TSA. Plus we talk about our New Year's resolutions, Greg's text...more
Alex Buono and Rhys Thomas
Dec 28 2015
Writer, producer, cinematographer Alex Buono (SNL, Documentary Now!, Bigger Stronger Faster) and writer, director, producer Rhys Thomas (SNL, Documentary Now!, Staten Island Summer) head up Saturday Night Live's film unit which means they're responsible for shooting all those funny filmed bits you see on the show. They also handle SNL's opening credits every year—a discovery which led to my learning two of my favorite new terms: "lens whacking" and "pixel sticking." On this episode we talked ab...more
Winter Wonderland Holiday Spectacular!
Dec 24 2015
Our Christmas episode doesn't start out very Xmasy if I remember correctly and warning for those who listen around young kids who still believe in Santa: at one point someone blurted out that Santa isn't real. We also talked about Merry Christmas versus Happy Holidays and my strange relationship with Judaism and why it sometimes feels icky when people make a point of saying "Happy Holidays" or rather, why it felt icky growing up. But this one isn't all conflict and outing Santa. We also talk abo...more
Bill Schulz
Dec 20 2015
Bill Schulz (Red Eye, NY Times) and I go way back to my early-ish days in New York when we both worked for magazines and played on separate competitive skee-ball teams. We forgot to talk about skee-ball but we talked about everything else and I mean EVERYTHING, even when it got a little uncomfortable. Anyway, as I explain on the show, I worked for a magazine and had started appearing regularly on television and thought I was hot shit so when fellow magazine writer Bill told me Maxim UK editor Gr...more
The Salmon Incident, Al's a Cat, Elevator Fears
Dec 17 2015
Greg and his somewhat productive cough are back which means this episode wastes no time in jumping into the most important topic of the day: Jenna and #AL's avocado tree. Also we talk about Daniel and my upcoming trip, The Salmon Incident, what might be on your phone, superhero comics, what kind of kids we all were and whether we wanted to be older, get rich quick schemes, male vs. female therapists and therapy in general and plane and elevator fears and by the way I am still haunted by the elev...more
Zoe Lister-Jones
Dec 14 2015
Zoe Lister-Jones (Whitney, Arranged) stopped by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about Consumed, the dramatic indie thriller she and her husband Daryl Wein recently made which is the first narrative film about GMOs—and we did talk about it—but first we had to chat about the period of time she and her husband had an open relationship and the movie they made about that experience called Breaking Upwards. We also talked about the one woman show Zoe did years ago in which...more
Adults Who Eat Baby Food (with special guest Mike Carano)
Dec 10 2015
Greg was sick for this episode and afraid to spread germs to the newest member of the Thursday gang plus the people who care for her so he sat this one out but sent a very special recorded message which was only rivaled in beauty by length. Sitting in for Greg was someone who is vaguely similar, recent Monday show guest Mike Carano. I say vaguely similar because like Greg, Mike also wonders if Jenna, #AL and Mormons in general judge him. On this episode we also talked about being "natural" paren...more
Jack Barakat and Justin Siegel
Dec 07 2015
Jack Barakat, lead guitarist for the pop punk band All Time Low and co-host of the Full Frontal Radio podcast was scheduled to be the only guest on this episode so I was surprised when two faces greeted me at the door. "This is my buddy Justin," Jack said as he walked in. "Is it cool if he sits in?" I agreed, since I am an agreeable person, but spent the first many minutes before the mics were on saying, "Wait, who are you and what do you do and what's going on?" It's weird when you've researche...more
There Was No Curtain! (But There is a Baby!)
Dec 03 2015
Samantha Moss makes her Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend debut on this episode and by that I mean she was sleeping like an angel a few feet from the table while we all cooed and our hearts melted. Before the show Greg met her for the first time and announced, "I like holding babies. Holding babies is a thing I like to do." So if anyone is wondering, that's where Greg stands on baby holding. On this episode we got the low-down from Jenna on labor which involved, among other things, a balloon ...more
Dana Gould Returns
Nov 30 2015
Dana Gould and I sat down for a very rare, honest and unflinching conversation about his recent breakup and divorce along with his experience adopting three children. We also talked about the genesis of his podcast, his thoughts about gun control and the NRA, Al Anon and the two memories that bookend his marriage. I say "rare, honest and unflinching" because I am under the impression Dana doesn't normally pull the curtain back this far. If he does, I DON'T WANT TO KNOW. I'm pretty convinced thi...more
Happy Thanksgiving from Alison's Nose Whistle
Nov 26 2015
Daniel and I just had a hearty debate about whether it's a mistake to reveal whose nose was whistling right in the episode title. I pointed out that we already revealed it on last week's show but then he said it's possible people might have missed that one and he personally enjoyed the way it "revealed itself organically." And now here I am, non-organically shoving the info into the show title. Except what are my options, I ask you? "Happy Thanksgiving from Someone's Nose Whistle?" "Happy Thanks...more
Josh Wolf
Nov 23 2015
Though I only met comedian and author Josh Wolf (Chelsea Lately, The Josh Wolf Show, Fairly Normal with Josh Wolf podcast) over Twitter a few weeks before we did this episode, I felt like we were fast friends. We chatted about all sorts of stuff including toxic work environments and not wanting to work with assholes, covert assholes, his experience being a young single guy raising three kids, visits from the health department, terrible bangs, how he met his wife and relationships in general, tap...more
The Make It Worse Theatre Presents: You Don't Think, Kristin
Nov 19 2015
Last week Greg regaled us with stories of his fractious former neighbors. What he didn't say, or maybe he did and I forgot, is that they were so loud he was able to record them from his kitchen. He sent me the audio clip but was hesitant to have us play it on the show because he's a decent person. So I did the only smart thing someone in my position could do: listened to it 900 times in order to transcribe it so we could reenact on the show. Also in this episode, Jenna is still extremely pregnan...more
Matt Nathanson Returns
Nov 16 2015
Matt Nathanson and I went to college together and as I confess to him early on in this episode, I've come to feel like he and I are on similar journeys in life. It's an incredibly squishy and drippy thing to say and if I read it or overheard it, I'd probably roll my eyes. And yet here I am, coughing it up for you right here and also on the podcast. Back in the day (and also on the tenth episode of my podcast on which he guested) we fought good-naturedly about all sorts of stuff with the exceptio...more
Make It Worse, Rob! Make It Worse!
Nov 12 2015
On this episode which we recorded one day before Jenna's due date (spoiler alert: she's still pregnant) we talked about cervical ripeness, my buying pre-peeled hard cooked eggs because I'm a "useless sack of shit," how to properly boil eggs at home, mint ice cream and whether it's gross or not (#AL and #ALISON say it is), Greg officiating at his sister's wedding, books vs Kindles, eating dogs and cats, googling upsetting things, massages at barbershops, sunglasses and rudeness and so much more. ...more
Mike Carano
Nov 09 2015
I suspected I would love talking with Mike Carano (The After Disaster, 5 Minutes with Mike, Miscellaneous Adventures from the World of Mike Carano) and I was right because he's incredibly honest and open about all the stuff that goes through his head. We discussed how he feels uncomfortable all the time, trespassing, decision making, his childhood and his stint in a cult, his relationship with his parents, self-help books, meditation, Dr. Drew, how he met his After Disaster cohorts, being afraid...more
Racking Pistols, Ignition Coils, Avocado Trees
Nov 05 2015
On Saturday night, Jenna and Al had all of us over to their new place for an extra-curricular hangout. On this episode, Daniel, Greg, Jeff, Jenna, Al and I recounted the festivities complete with Greg's assessment of Jenna and Al's avocado tree, pistol racking, more dirty diet coke talk, spear-fishing, Greg's car troubles, whether women can be creepy or not, Jenna's due date, what truly happens when you give birth, being skeptical of real estate agents, whether we should all move to bumblefuck a...more
Josh Gondelman
Nov 02 2015
Writer and comedian Josh Gondelman (Last Week Tonight, Billy on the Street, New Yorker) traveled all the way from New York to be on my podcast and while he was in town he stopped by the Emmys. Or maybe I have that backwards. Regardless, he was in town and we talked about all sorts of stuff including his experience writing on Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, You Blew It! An Awkward Look at the Many Ways In Which You've Already Ruined Your Life (his new book with Joe Berkowitz), discovering com...more
A Romantic Halloween Spooktacular!
Oct 29 2015
This was supposed to be our spooky Halloween-themed episode and it started that way, with horrifying talk of my new obsession with Dirty Diet Cokes and some riveting Gal Chat regarding nails but then talk turned to Greg's unanswered questions about how I met Daniel and then how Greg met his wife and how Al first described Jenna to his parents and it became a very romantic Halloween show. But then we Halloween'd it up again with a shocking revelation about Almond Joy and Mounds, agent dating, je...more
Michael Showalter Returns
Oct 26 2015
Michael Showalter and I go way back to 2006-ish when I did a series of interviews for Time Out New York/PS1 Radio (they were very early podcasts, actually) and he was the first person I interviewed. Over the years I've interviewed him many more times and I always love talking with him, probably because I'm such a huge fan of his work from The State to Wet Hot American Summer to Stella and now Neftlix's Wet Hot American Summer First Day of Camp (not to mention The Baxter and Mr. Funny Pants and a...more
Dirty Diet Coke, Bonus Fruits and Mormon Funeral Potatoes
Oct 22 2015
I included Dirty Diet Coke in this episode title because ever since Jenna talked about it on the show, I can't stop thinking about it. I am to Dirty Diet Coke as Greg Heller is to Mormon Funeral Potatoes. Also, I've decided to write these show descriptions in a different way. What do you think? Lemme know. I can easily go back to taking myself out of the description however let's be real, I am writing these words. Anyhoozles, Jenna and Al and Greg were back on this episode and joined Jeff, Danie...more
The Return of Shane Dawson
Oct 19 2015
Shane Dawson returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about his controversial past year, coming out as bisexual, his decision to make the video where he announced his sexuality and his journey to discovering his sexuality including the period of time he wondered if he was transgender, his second book (follow up to I Hate My Selfie), bulimia and body image, his relationship with his ex Lisa Schwartz, Christian guilt, shipping, Joey Graceffa, being a sad picker and so much more. Plu...more
Buck in the Fun Way with special guests Ben Gleib and Molly McAleer
Oct 15 2015
On this episode Alison is joined by Ben Gleib, Molly McAleer, Daniel Quantz and Jeff Fox to talk about the whereabouts of Greg, Jenna and Al, people who are right for you "on paper," dating in general, BCC and whether a particular email situation Alison has been involved in twice is a thing, the merits of teriyaki, Molly's lingerie, Molly's date tank top, Soho House, the intersection of incest and voyeurism and so much more. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Emily V. Gordon Returns
Oct 12 2015
Emily V. Gordon (The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail, Indoor Kids) returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about her new book Super You, working with her husband (comedian and Silicon Valley star Kumail Nanjiani), her writing process, body issues, kelp noodle salad, being married in secret, producing The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail, initially wanting to write the book as a video game strategy guide, her cat Bagel, being organized, setting boundaries, identity crises and so much...more
Weird Kissing, New Phones, Pee Bottles
Oct 08 2015
On this episode Alison and the Thursday gang (Jenna Kim Jones, Allan Moss, Daniel Quantz, Greg Heller and Jeff Fox) discuss who's been to a strip club, Jenna's baby punching Allan, pee bottles, baby farts, adults who "go to the potty," learning about sex, Greg's former stand up career, Book of Mormon, having rocks thrown at you while you're a missionary, couples that fights, couples that kiss in weird annoying ways, Bogle and so much more. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Riki Lindhome Returns
Oct 05 2015
Riki Lindhome (Another Period, Garfunkel and Oates) returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about Garfunkel and Oates' new album Secretions, getting two shows on TV, working with Natasha Leggero versus working with Kate Micucci, dating and feeling disposable, freezing her eggs, London, musical theater, Phantom of the Opera, nude scenes, setting boundaries, falling asleep to Law & Order and so much more. Plus we took your questions over twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. ...more
Sports Trolls and Moose Tracks
Oct 01 2015
On this episode Alison and the Thursday gang (Jenna Kim Jones, Allan Moss, Daniel Quantz, Greg Heller and Jeff Fox) discuss Jenna's recent hospital excursion, Greg's tooth story, Alison's profound state of non-pregnancy, Greg's stint as a DJ, ice skating, moms on the podcast and mom texts, dads who've become sports trolls, extreme moose tracks ice cream, pumpkin spice, psychotic breaks, baby farts, babies, an email from a listener who had a bad experience eating THC gummy bears and so much more...more
Kelly Carlin Returns
Sep 28 2015
Kelly Carlin returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about her new book A Carlin Home Companion, growing up in the shadow of her larger than life father George Carlin, suffering panic attacks as a young person, getting into an abusive relationship in high school, the magnetic draw of certain personalities, psychology, her mother's alcoholism and her own drug experiences, enmeshment, family systems, the time her dad freaked out on bad acid, becoming aware of family dysfunction, he...more
No Regrets! (with special guest Ben Gleib)
Sep 24 2015
On this episode, Alison and the Thursday gang (Jenna Kim Jones, Allan Moss, Daniel Quantz and Jeff Fox) plus special guest Ben Gleib discuss the whereabouts of Greg Heller, Alison and Daniel's horrifying night at The Palm wherein they saw Margot Robbie but also witnessed an old dude finger his date at the table, #NoRegrets, the true origin of Alison and Jenna knowing one another, reading old emails, rejection, liquid poop for the soul, deodorant talk, a lot of dentist chat, supermarket samples ...more
Phil Rosenthal
Sep 21 2015
Phil Rosenthal (creator, writer and exec producer of Everybody Loves Raymond, Exporting Raymond) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about his new PBS food and travel show, I'll Have What Phil's Having, his love of food and travel, how he met his wife (and why their relationship is predicated on a lie), growing up the child of holocaust survivors, his relationship with his brother, lessons he's learned over the years about show business, why steak tastes differe...more
Daniel's Pot Cookie Story, Greg's Surf Lingo Quiz, Bumbershoot Recap
Sep 17 2015
On this episode Alison and the Thursday gang (Jenna Kim Jones, Allan Moss, Greg Heller, Daniel Quantz and Jeff Fox) reconvene to recount their Bumbershoot experiences which include Daniel accidentally eating a pot cookie on the night they're all going out to a celebratory dinner. Plus Greg's surf lingo quiz, a discussion of various fruits and a corn revelation. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Doug Benson and Annie Lederman (LIVE FROM BUMBERSHOOT)
Sep 14 2015
Doug Benson and Annie Lederman join Alison onstage at the Cornish Playhouse in Seattle for this live episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend which includes a discussion of the role baked goods play during Doug Loves Movies (Alison was a guest the night before), Annie's run in with the band Train, Topic Sombrero, worst fails onstage, audience questions, Deleted Tweets and HGFY. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and Trapp Dog played live. Thank you, Seattle!
The Dustin Quiz... Plus Controversial Cat Chat!
Sep 10 2015
How well do Alison and the Thursday gang (Jenna Kim Jones, Allan Moss, Greg Heller, Daniel Quantz and Jeff Fox) know Dustin Goot? Find out in this episode. Plus wedding vendor vendettas, an intense and heated discussion of how Jeff and Greg feel about everyone else's feelings about cats, hot cereal talk, urinal chatter and more. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Jimmy Pardo
Sep 07 2015
Jimmy Pardo stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about Never Not Funny, hating women for four years, doing theater in high school, high school reunions and what he was expecting versus what he found, using charm to avoid getting beat up, therapy, allergies, OCD, being on the receiving end of the Heimlich, affect vs. effect, the death of his brother-in-law Andrew Koenig and so much more. Plus we took your questions over twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone....more
Lobster Dreams, Hip Hotels, Splitting Raisins
Sep 03 2015
Someone's having recurring dreams about lobsters again! Listen as Alison and the Thursday gang (Jenna Kim Jones, Allan Moss, Greg Heller, Daniel Quantz and Jeff Fox) discuss the ethics of shopping and return policies, fears of the ocean, nature in general, splitting raisins, Jenna feeling out of place at The Standard, nudity at hotels, Greg's blood pressure panic, Occupy Exam Room and so much more. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Bobcat Goldthwait Returns
Aug 31 2015
Bobcat Goldthwait returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about his new documentary Call Me Lucky, the passionate beginnings of his and Alison's imaginary relationship, the worst year of his life, the two moments in his new film that his daughter thinks make him look like an asshole, his friendship with Robin Williams, Lewy Body Dementia, divorce, loss, his mother's sarcasm, Black Eyed Susans, his decision to join twitter, Eric Idle, drinking and drugs, his love of Cabaret and so...more
Night of a Thousand Truths!
Aug 27 2015
Oodles of stuff comes out in this one! Listen and find out heretofore unknown details about Alison and the Thursday gang (Jenna Kim Jones, Allan Moss, Greg Heller, Daniel Quantz and Jeff Fox). There's fidgeting! Nail biting! Honey butter chips! Wives! Home Decor! Talk of chickens! SECRETS AND MORE. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Paul F. Tompkins Returns
Aug 24 2015
Paul F. Tompkins returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about where he learned improv ("podcasting was a huge school of improv for me"), performing improv opposite puppets on No, You Shut Up!, feedback from an exec that sent him spiraling, anti-depressants, fabric flowers, making up words, relationships, the appeal of Werner Herzog, Spontaneanation, "the tyranny of the template," acoustic toothbrushes, wanting to matter, relationships, Comedy Bang Bang, anxiety and fear and more...more
The Jordan Quiz (Plus Gross Chips and Alison's Tears)
Aug 20 2015
Special guest Jordan Morris is back and he's brought a quiz. How well do Alison and the Thursday gang (Jenna Kim Jones, Allan Moss, Daniel Quantz and Jeff Fox) know Jordan? Also where in the world is Greg Heller? Plus Alison's licking disgusting lamb flavored chips and crying in the recovery room, Jenna has pregnancy brain, we're over Vine, everyone's unwrapping cinnamon roles and we're talking ear wax. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. A note about this episode (a #FERTALERT): A d...more
Mary Katharine Ham Returns, Again!
Aug 16 2015
Mary Katharine Ham makes her triumphant third appearance to talk about her new book End of Discussion (recently featured in The New Yorker), her co-author Guy Benson who came out in a footnote in the book, fighting with Bill O'Reilly, Joan Rivers, free speech, religious freedom, babies, "homocons," Greg Gutfeld's height, left vs. right, guns, women shooting guns, drugs and so much more. Plus we took your questions over twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
The Jeff Quiz, Snack Chat, Drama Between Alison and Greg
Aug 13 2015
How well do Alison and the Thursday gang (Jenna Kim Jones, Allan Moss, Greg Heller and Daniel Quantz) know Jeff Fox? Find out in this episode. Plus live #snackchat, some drama between Alison and Greg and a discussion of walking around nude. AND MORE. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Kevin Pereira Returns
Aug 10 2015
Kevin Pereira returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about dark thoughts, Hack My Life, hidden camera shoots, MDMA and responsible drug use, growing up in an emotionally abusive home, being desensitized to violence, Twitch, empathy, Christian Science vs. Scientology, relationships and so much more. Plus we took your questions over twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Road Rage! Tutorials! Greg in the Shower!
Aug 06 2015
Alison and the Thursday gang (Jenna Kim Jones, Allan Moss, Jeff Fox, Greg Heller and Daniel Quantz) discuss Greg's binder clip art, corporate retreats, tutorials, how to make a single into a ringtone, Alison's Bumbershoot guests, Bachelor in Paradise, road rage, pregnancy, IVF, what Greg does with expensive shampoo in the shower and so much more. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
The Gilmore Guys
Aug 03 2015
Kevin T Porter and Demi Adejuyigbe of smash podcast The Gilmore Guys stop by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about being written up in the New York Times and other media attention, how and why they started their podcast, their relationship with Gilmore Girls, meeting cast members, dream guests, their childhoods, growing up religious, being home schooled, live shows, the afterlife, their career paths, parents, growing up with podcasts, whether blond people from Argentina are to be tr...more
The Jenna Quiz! (Plus Greg's Drug Stories, DINKS, Night Terrors and John Boats)
Jul 30 2015
How well do you know Ms. Jenna Kim Jones? How well do Alison and the rest of the Thursday gang (Allan Moss, Jeff Fox, Greg Heller and Daniel Quantz)? Plus drug stories, DINKS, turtles, more John boats, night terrors AND MORE. And we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Mike Lawrence
Jul 27 2015
Mike Lawrence stops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about learning to accept your parents for who they are, wanting to fail on his own terms, switching from poetry to comedy, being into comic books, Comic Con, meeting his wife, regret and sadness, growing up with a standup comic mother, learning to drive as an adult, childhood trauma, how nerds make the worst bullies, fighting to get paid, the movie Up, what happened to breakfast and so much more. Plus we took your questions ove...more
Alison's Scary Voicemail, Jenna's Boise Adventure, Someone Fawted :(
Jul 23 2015
Jenna Kim Jones is back with less luggage and more baby. Plus Greg's wearing a hat and casting aspersions on Alison's "scary" outgoing voicemail. And Daniel Quantz, Allan Moss and Jeff Fox are here to talk about anglicizing names, backpacks, transcendent massages and fawting. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Alison Haislip
Jul 20 2015
Alison Haislip stops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about growing up in a small town and being valedictorian of her high school, not going to Yale, pursuing acting instead of chemistry, being "discovered" while bartending, saying yes to opportunity, being jumped by a Japanese guy on a bike, stunts, G4, The Voice, Con Man, Battlebots, Battleground, not eating eggs, clogged toilets, relationships and so much more. Plus we took your questions over twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone....more
The Daniel Quiz! (With Special Guest Molly McAleer)
Jul 16 2015
Sure he's married to Alison and yes, he does the show intros but how well do you know Daniel Quantz? How well do Alison and the rest of the Thursday gang? (Allan Moss, Jeff Fox, Greg Heller and special guest Molly McAleer) Plus talk of cauliflower's true farty essence, Greg's smoothies, podcasts Alison has done recently, Swiss chard, curb sneaking AND MORE. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
David Huntsberger
Jul 13 2015
David Huntsberger (Professor Blastoff, Reactor) stops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about his new SyFy show Reactor, cohosting Professor Blastoff, losing confidence in his brain, being mildly colorblind, getting into comedy, ranching, shoeing horses, being a guinea pig for drug companies, potato salad, relationships, hunting, auditioning, nicknames, and so much more. Plus we took your questions over twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
You Ask, We Answer (An Advice Show!)
Jul 09 2015
On this very special episode with special guest Jen Kleiner, the gang (Alison, Daniel Quantz, Jeff Fox and Greg Heller) tackles listener questions involving relationships, being happy, wanderlust, aging, parking lot dicks, endometriosis and more. Also we talked about #WankTheDeck, Trader Joe's and panty liners. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Jim Florentine Returns
Jul 06 2015
Jim Florentine returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about hiring a private investigator to find out what was going on in his marriage, being typecast as the "jerk boyfriend" in movies and TV shows, Trainwreck, grieving, Florentine justice, upper decking, his relationship with Robin Quivers, Howard Stern Show, Anthony Cumia, working with Louis CK, joint custody and so much more. Plus we took your questions over twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
The Greg Quiz (How Weller Do You Know Greg Heller?)
Jul 02 2015
The gang starts with some, "Where were you on 9/11?" talk and then Alison, Jenna Kim Jones, Daniel Quantz, Allan Moss and Jeff Fox compete to see who knows Greg Heller best in THE GREG QUIZ. The answer might astound you! (Or not. Alison honestly cannot remember who won as she types this. WE'LL FIND OUT TOGETHER!) Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Sarah Colonna Returns
Jun 29 2015
Sarah Colonna returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about her new book Has Anyone Seen My Pants? We also chat about how she met her fiance, feeling comfortable with your age, doing a commercial with Candice Bergen, spending thousands on a hookup, dating an athlete, vacationing with Jen Kirkman, hating winter, toxic friendships and so much more. Plus we took your questions over twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Jenna's Diet Coke Test (Plus Alison Gets Called Out for Un-Careful Texting)
Jun 25 2015
Jenna Kim Jones talks a good game about being able to identify her favorite beverage—"fresh" diet coke from McDonald's—but can she really tell the difference between "fresh" and canned? Find out! Plus on this episode Alison, Greg Heller, Daniel Quantz, Jenna Kim Jones and Jeff Fox talk about salons, guacamole, walking and texting, Alison's ongoing fitness situation, deleted tweets, kid things and so much more. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Brooks Wheelan
Jun 22 2015
Comedian Brooks Wheelan (Saturday Night Live, Girls) drops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about being misquoted regarding his feelings about getting fired from SNL, his actual feelings about getting fired from SNL, anxiety, drugs, high high and low lows, growing up in Iowa, his half hour Comedy Central special, struggles with being too loose on stage, performing comedy in NYC, living in a drug house in Los Feliz, relationships, being a biomedical engineering grad, stuffed animal...more
The Al Quiz (with special guest Jordan Morris)
Jun 18 2015
The man who calls himself Allan Moss is a mystery to us all. On this episode Alison, Greg Heller, Daniel Quantz, Jenna Kim Jones, Jeff Fox and special return guest Jordan Morris compete to see who knows #Al best. Plus, Greg Heller performs an #ALQUIZ song live in Dining Room Studios. Not only that, Jordan tells some stories, Alison is all about fitness and cup filling, Jenna had to dodge seagulls AND MORE. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Lauren Lapkus
Jun 15 2015
Lauren Lapkus (Jurassic World, Clipped, Orange is the New Black) drops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about her role in Jurassic World and her experience filming the movie, her podcast With Special Guest, Lauren Lapkus, stone soup, chicken fingers, meeting her husband, finicky eating habits, what she will and won't eat, auditions and putting herself on tape, learning how to cut hair, her new TBS show Clipped, improv in general, patronizing a business whose politics you don't agr...more
The Alison Quiz
Jun 11 2015
Last week we found out how well Alison knows the Thursday gang but this week we turned the tables to find out which member of the Thursday gang knows Alison best. Will it be Jeff Fox, Dustin Goot, Greg Heller, Allan Moss, her own husband Daniel Quantz, or Jenna Kim Jones who wasn't there because she's required to attend all summits in Utah? More importantly, which defunct music store did she work at in high school? Listen and find out! We also talked about Greg's embarrassing morning, fresh diet...more
Chris Hardwick
Jun 08 2015
Chris Hardwick drops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about rabbit holes, how much it must stink in space and space Febreeze, trying desperately to fit in as a young person, control issues, anxiety, his parents’ divorce, early career struggles, his recent trip to Austria with girlfriend Lydia Hearst, hating the feeling of bare feet and always needing to have socks on, internet bullying, impostor syndrome, Singled Out, the true genesis of the Nerdist podcast and so much more. Plus ...more
How Well Does Alison Know the Thursday Gang?
Jun 04 2015
Alison is joined by Greg Heller, Jeff Fox, Dustin Goot, Daniel Quantz, Jenna Kim Jones and Allan Moss for a re-introduction of the Thursday gang including who everyone is, their favorite colors, middle names, where they were born and how Alison knows them. We also talked about Dustin's big news, emails, Greece, engagement stories, overrated scones and aggressive door holding. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Joe DeRosa
Jun 01 2015
Joe DeRosa (Better Call Saul, The Pete Holmes Show, Comedy Central) drops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to announce the end of his podcast and talk about flinching, the end of his "unrelenting artist" phase, his take on suicide and selfishness, his take on "takes," being adopted and whether he'll find his birth parents, working with Jonathan Banks on Better Call Saul, working with Pete Holmes, grief, music, sci-fi/horror, his tensions with Anthony Cumia and Jim Norton and so much more....more
Thursday Show (Erotic Restaurants, More Hot Budgeting, Al's Dream Cheating)
May 28 2015
Alison is joined by Greg Heller, Jeff Fox, Daniel Quantz, Jenna Kim Jones and Allan Moss for a discussion of romantic confusion, saying "Adolph" at the Coors Factory, maternity pants, Al's dream cheating, cats, budgets and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Annie Lederman
May 25 2015
Comedian Annie Lederman (MTV's Girl Code, Chelsea Lately, Grand Theft Auto V) drops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about how waking up on the air mattress of a comedian she hated got her sober, her childhood in the suburbs of Philadelphia, being a juvenile delinquent, a bad scooter accident, stealing cars, bitching out her math teacher, New Mexico, getting into comedy, not sleeping with comedians, trying to get the word butthole trending and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone....more
Thursday Show (Alison Met Roseanne, Jenna Has Big News, Greg Has 10,000 Questions)
May 21 2015
Alison is joined by Greg Heller, Jeff Fox, Dustin Goot, Daniel Quantz, Jenna Kim Jones and Allan Moss for a discussion of the elephant in the room, Jenna and Allan's big news, Alison's fat photos, Twin Peaks, the Palm Desert house, Greg's ten thousand questions, the meeting with Roseanne Barr and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Greg Fitzsimmons Returns
May 18 2015
Greg Fitzsimmons returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about how no one gives Alison credit for having discovered Greg's pencil fetish, quiet confidence, fatherhood, college and how his father applied for him, meditating, fellow comedians and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Thursday Show Tackles Racism (Plus Ducks, Geese and High School Popularity)
May 14 2015
Alison is joined by Greg Heller, Jeff Fox, Dustin Goot, Daniel Quantz, Jenna Kim Jones and Allan Moss for a discussion of one man bands, cats vs. dogs, who was popular in high school, ducks vs. geese, subtle racism, white guy privilege, college, Korea and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Molly McAleer
May 11 2015
Molly McAleer (Hello Giggles, Two Broke Girls, Plz Advise) stops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about her new ebook, The Alcoholic Bitch Who Ruined Your Life, her brief infuriating stint in rehab, Bethany Frankel, blurting out her feelings, how the internet saved her, how she went from improv to writing, living in a frathouse, working at Gawker, co-founding Hello Giggles, how she met her boyfriend Drunk History's Derek Waters, parents, Whitney Cumming's desk and so much more. W...more
Thursday Show (33 Injections, Spilling Beer at Sleater-Kinney, In Praise of Postum)
May 07 2015
Alison is joined by special return guest Greg Heller plus Jeff Fox, Daniel Quantz, Jenna Kim Jones and Allan Moss for a discussion of Alison's 33 injections and egg retrieval, instant coffee and Postum, conference calls, an impending meeting with Roseanne Barr, Jeff's Sleater-Kinney experience, slow cooking, Greg's Mojo and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Greg Proops Is Back
May 04 2015
Greg Proops returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about The Smartest Book in the World, serial commas, his parents (a topic he says he's never talked about in public), gambling, his father's misogyny, Lou Dobbs, Greg Gutfeld, drugs, how podcasting has affected his life, "sweet perfume," morning radio, driving, insecurities, poetry and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Thursday Show (Greg's Nude Dad, Alison's Butt, Jenna's Hair Eating)
Apr 30 2015
Alison is joined by special return guest Greg Heller plus Jeff Fox, Daniel Quantz, Jenna Kim Jones and Allan Moss for a discussion of Jenna eating her hair, Greg's wife's budget app, Greg getting stoned with his dad, drugs in general, cubes with poles, stag heads, Alison's IVF, Daniel's new job, Alison's butt, Jenna and Al's vacation and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Jim Norton Returns
Apr 27 2015
Jim Norton returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about juicy heinies and big feet, his new comedy special Contextually Inadequate, sex and love addiction, his childhood, being punished as a kid, talk shows, Anthony Cumia, working with Opie, tension in comedy and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Thursday Show (Alison's Vahooha, Greg's Weekend in Jail, Daniel's Run-In With the Law)
Apr 23 2015
Alison is joined by special return guest Greg Heller plus Jeff Fox, Daniel Quantz and Dustin Goot (Jenna and Allan will be back next week!) for a discussion of Daniel's scary run-in with the law at a sobriety check point, Alison's IVF update, Greg's good news and subsequent drunkenness, peyote, spirit animals and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Nikki Glaser Returns
Apr 20 2015
Nikki Glaser returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about her reluctance to agree to be a guest on podcasts after her boyfriend broke up with her for things she publicly aired (they've since reunited), "being sweet," her Comedy Central pilot NSFW, potentially opening up her relationship, turn-ons, ASMR, drinking and repeating stories, super cute sister syndrome, cereal and snack chat and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Thursday Show (Jeff's Biscuit Bar! Alison's Egg Alert! Vince Mancini!)
Apr 16 2015
Alison is joined by special guest Vince Mancini of Film Drunk plus Jenna Kim Jones, Jeff Fox, Daniel Quantz, Dustin Goot and Allan Moss for a discussion of Daniel throwing dental shade at Dustin, Jenna's dental convention, Alison's egg retrieval, stuff that isn't medical in nature, the idyllic wedding Jeff attended, the biscuit bar at said wedding, the Avengers premiere, getting to know Vince Mancini, Periscope and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Denny Tedesco
Apr 13 2015
Denny Tedesco (The Wrecking Crew) stops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about his 19 year labor of love, the documentary The Wrecking Crew and what it was like growing up the son of famed musician Tommy Tedesco. We also talked about his experience interviewing luminaries like Cher, Dick Clark, Nancy Sinatra, Brian Wilson and more plus crowdfunding, losing his father to cancer, "no smoking, no Tedesco," controversy with Carol Kaye, conflict between Carol Kaye and Hal Blaine, growi...more
Thursday Show (Wolfenstein! Gilmore Girls! Babies Named Adolf!)
Apr 09 2015
Alison is joined by special guest Greg Heller along with Jenna Kim Jones, Jeff Fox, Daniel Quantz, Dustin Goot and Allan Moss for a discussion of remaining vulnerable, Utah dental conventions, everyone except Alison thinking a certain doctor is "weird," Gilmore Girls, Greg "the California Asshole" Heller, babies named Adolf, Wolfenstein, Sundays and Alison's garbage farts. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Matt Mira
Apr 06 2015
Matt Mira (Nerdist, @midnight, FEaB) stops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about growing up in Lowell, moving to Florida, loaning relatives money, meeting his fiance on Tinder, falling in love, early career ambitions, getting expelled from school, moving to Los Angeles, working as an Apple Genius and meeting Chris Hardwick at the Apple Store, collecting guitars, writing on @midnight, "tricking Atlanta," losing hundreds of pounds (he once weighed so much he had to sleep on his kne...more
Thursday Show (Alison's Underwear, Trevor Noah Talk, Jordan's Dating Life)
Apr 02 2015
Alison is joined by Jordan Morris, Jeff Fox, Daniel Quantz and Allan Moss for a discussion of Alison's underwear, trendy restaurant service, the trouble with communal tables, Jordan's dating life, shower resistance, Jeff's April Fool's tweets, Trevor Noah, min-stim IVF and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Dave Hill Returns
Mar 30 2015
Dave Hill returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about The Goddamn Dave Hill Show on WFMU, Joe Franklin, Little Joe Franklin, show biz meetings, mustard, existential crises, vintage suits, depression, Norway, tall poppy syndrome, tweets, Dick Cavett, beautiful people and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Thursday Show (Jeff's Bike Story, Alison's Romantic Bathroom Desires, Dustin's Mortifying Moment)
Mar 26 2015
Alison is joined by Jeff Fox, Dustin Goot, Daniel Quantz, Allan Moss and Jenna Kim Jones for a discussion of mortifying moments (Dustin pooped his pants!), bike riding, scary movies, the proper way to greet ghosts, exercise farts, that controversial segment Alison did last week and why it was problematic, grocery delivery, romance and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Lisa May
Mar 23 2015
Beloved radio personality Lisa May sits down with Alison Rosen to discuss, in-depth, her recent controversial firing from KROQ's Kevin and Bean show including how she found out, her feelings about the way she found out, her relationships with Kevin, Bean, Ralph Garman, Kevin Weatherly and her replacement, Allie Mac Kay, the overwhelming listener support and her plans for the future. We also talked about her path to broadcasting, how she met her boyfriend and so much more. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone....more
Thursday Show (A New Segment! Polygamists at Costco! Tushies!)
Mar 19 2015
Alison Rosen is joined by Jenna Kim Jones, Jeff Fox, Dustin Goot, Daniel Quantz and Allan Moss for a discussion of Alison's podcast tour, working from home, finding a balance, eating in front of the TV, polygamists at Costco, Jenna's mom and so much more. We also unveiled a new segment bound to get people hatin' and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Casey Wilson
Mar 16 2015
Casey Wilson (Marry Me, Happy Endings, Gone Girl) stops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about morning sickness, the way dogs react to her pregnancy, growing up with parents who were both in politics, running for school office, early performance memories, baby psychics, pole dancing, the rumors there might be a Happy Endings return, Norm the homeless guy, boundaries, how she met her husband, losing her mom, Christopher Guest, weight, Rhonda, SNL, Suzanne Vega, and so much more. We...more
Special Weekend Show (An Announcement Plus My Side of a Few Things)
Mar 14 2015
Oh hi! This episode starts with an announcement about the weekend shows and then addresses what happened on Thursday, where I attempted to be uncensored and then allowed myself to be censored. Plus what actually happened in Chicago and some other details from my experience on The Adam Carolla Show. And more! Also, I love you.
Thursday Show (Alison Was Discussed on Howard Stern, Jenna Met Brad Pitt, Everyone Had High Energy)
Mar 12 2015
Jeff Fox, Dustin Goot, Daniel Quantz and Allan Moss join Alison and Jenna Kim Jones for a discussion of Alison's new higher energy edict, Alison's epiphany about not censoring herself, vagina talk, Michael Keaton at a wedding, Alison's reaction to Adam Carolla discussing her on Howard Stern, an ill-timed cough attack, singing, upside down sandwiches and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Mamrie Hart
Mar 10 2015
Mamrie Hart stops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about You Deserve a Drink, panic attacks, literally growing up in Boonetown, her upcoming book, trampolines, cheerleading, drink acronyms, her family, puns, getting into comedy, Cudzoo and the Faggettes, No Filter, moving to LA, Beanz, Wispy, naps, rabid raccoons, bonersodes and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Thursday Show (Jenna's Intruder, Dustin's Schlub Phase, Jingles Galore)
Mar 05 2015
Jeff Fox, Dustin Goot and Allan Moss join Alison and Jenna Kim Jones for a discussion of why Daniel isn't there, Dustin's "schlub" phase, spiders and false eyelashes, new jingles galore, talking to doctors, ketchup on burgers, Jenna's intruder, twist ties, socks, Better Call Saul, Last Man on Earth and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Andy Kindler
Mar 02 2015
Andy Kindler stops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about religion and spirituality, losing his father, Bill Maher, Ricky Gervais, vestibules, reality TV, Entourage, his annual State of the Industry at Montreal's Just For Laughs, growing up in Queens, starting out as a musician and switching to comedy, trauma, Marc Maron, Jay Leno and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Special Weekend Episode (Shoe Ballet, Gold White Blue Black, Llama Drama)
Feb 27 2015
Alison and Daniel look back at the week and forward to the next. Plus Nimoy, gold and white vs. blue and black dresses, llamas, hot schedule talk, playground chat and more.
Thursday Show (Alison's Yolks, Jenna's Tears, Savory Peeps)
Feb 26 2015
Dustin Goot, Allan Moss and Daniel Quantz join Alison and Jenna Kim Jones for a discussion of all the crazy press surrounding Monday's Jennifer Lee Pryor episode, umlauts, jury duty and gang car jackings/murder, Better Call Saul and The Oscars, Bob Odenkirk's hand gestures, period control, eviscerating people's careers and relationships, adopting, savory peeps, chip chat, "for no reason" gifts, popcorn and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Jennifer Lee Pryor
Feb 23 2015
Richard Pryor's widow Jennifer Lee Pryor stops by Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about how she and Richard met, what she loved about him, what she misses about him, codependence, her relationship with his kids, drugs and threesomes, marrying, divorcing and marrying him again, her involvement in the upcoming biopic, executive producing and appearing in Richard Pryor: Omit the Logic, domestic violence, Richard's suicide attempt, other women, the N-word, Bill Cosby, Mike Epps and so m...more
Special Weekend Episode (Alison's Voice, Breakfast FOMO, People Who Say No)
Feb 21 2015
Alison and Daniel look back at the week and forward to the next. Plus breakfast FOMO, Alison's voice in Daniel's head, dealing with people who always say no, addiction/obsession and more.
Harris Wittels (Originally Aired January 23, 2013)
Feb 20 2015
Harris Wittels died earlier today. I just can't believe he's gone. I've received some requests to repost my interview with him which originally ran January 23, 2014. The world is a better place for Harris having been in it.
Thursday Show (Alison's Adjustment, Jenna's Party Pantry, Anger Vs. Annoyance)
Feb 19 2015
Jordan Morris, Allan Moss and Daniel Quantz join Alison and Jenna Kim Jones for a discussion of depression, chip flavors, cookie flavors, wheelchairs, superfans, pickle backs, Jenna's party pantry, anger versus annoyance, Trader Joe's and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Scott Aukerman
Feb 16 2015
Scott Aukerman (Comedy Bang! Bang!) makes his first appearance on Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about working at Knott's Berry Farm and Disneyland, growing up in Orange County, playing in bands, his relationship with Kulap Vilaysack, getting bit by the performance bug at age six, theater school, getting kicked out of theater school, meeting Bob Odenkirk, working on Mr. Show, The Fun Bunch, Comedy Bang! Bang!, parody vs. satire, $10,000 Pyramid, dogs in beds, Ear Wolf and so much m...more
Special Weekend Episode (Cabbage Babies and Life Hacks)
Feb 14 2015
Alison and Daniel look back at the week and forward to the next. Plus Daniel's parlor game idea, Scott Aukerman stuff, Robert Downey Jr. and Justin Bieber, the problem with outdoor classes, Valentine's Day, news and more.
Haircuts, Drop-Offs, Full Service
Feb 12 2015
Dustin Goot, Allan Moss and Daniel Quantz join Alison and Jenna Kim Jones for a discussion of Alison's recent coughing nightmare during Doug Loves Movies, Daniel's morning drop off, Dustin's attempts to donate sperm, Al and Jenna's new haircuts, haircuts in general, frats, butter sandwich reboot, shots, snacks and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
James Gunn Returns
Feb 09 2015
James Gunn (Guardians of the Galaxy) returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about his first appearance on the show, how his life has changed since Guardians of the Galaxy,Guardians of the Galaxy 2, Chris Pratt's weight, casting in general, his childhood, feeling alienated, his creative process, snow cream, religion and his feelings about Catholicism, running errands, being slightly OCD, dating, trust issues, Kevin Bacon and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone....more
Special Weekend Episode (A Dreaded Pukepocalypse)
Feb 07 2015
Alison and Daniel look back at the week and forward to the next. Plus James Gunn stuff, butt stuff, post-collegiate rude awakenings, a discussion of stuff Alison dreads talking about, fiction versus non-fiction, magical medical fingers and so much more. Plus we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Alison's Audition, Jordan's Voice Which Is Also Allan's, Jenna's Backstreet Boy Encounter
Feb 05 2015
Jordan Morris, Allan Moss and Daniel Quantz join Alison and Jenna Kim Jones for a discussion of Alison's recent audition, Alison's post-audition parking nightmare, Jordan and Allan's similar voices, the upcoming Backstreet Boys movie and Jenna's feelings about BSB, Daniel's new intro, Jenna's parody video, fertility drugs, G-strings, being "a big hottie," Allan's experiences working at Dairy Queen and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Michael Rosas Returns
Feb 02 2015
Michael Rosas returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about Alison's reluctance to adjust to his name, the birth of "Rosenating," phone calls, special ladies, Valentine's Day, The Measles (the band), Smile, Satisfaction, growing up in Orange County, lousy wraps, heartbreak, relationships, Mr. Aforementioned, deodorant and so much more. Also Michael played three songs and we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Special Weekend Episode ( Stumbly Wendy, Hateful Psychopaths, Jungian Psychology)
Jan 31 2015
Daniel and Alison look back at the week and forward to the next. Plus news, the voice in Daniel's head, medical hijinx and a stumbling dog.
Alison's on Tenterhooks, Daniel's Getting Butt Shots, Jenna's Into Mustard Talk
Jan 29 2015
Dustin Goot, Allan Moss and Daniel Quantz join Alison and Jenna Kim Jones for a discussion of Jenna's simmering feelings about Utahans, tenterhooks, Wendy getting spayed, Alison interrupting Daniel's fever dreams, waterbeds, TONYdoodles, Alison and Dustin's past, medication that's either in the mouth or in the butt, tweezers, toe stubbing and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Ross Mathews
Jan 26 2015
Ross Mathews (Straight Talk, Chelsea Lately, Man Up: Tales of My Delusional Self-Confidence) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about life-changing moments, losing his father, learning to accept himself, working with Jay Leno, working with Chelsea Handler, Palm Springs, his three dogs, Chili's, trivia, needing to pee, skydiving, favorite TV shows and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Special Weekend Episode (Someone's Sick Plus Fan Phone Call)
Jan 25 2015
Oh hi there! Here's a special bonus weekend episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend because I, Alison Rosen, love you. Also Daniel is sick and I called some fans and also, a smattering of news stories if by smattering you mean three.
Alison's Smallish Head, Jordan's Avocado Hate, Resignation Letters
Jan 22 2015
Jordan Morris, Jenna's husband Allan Moss and Daniel Quantz join Alison and Jenna Kim Jones for a discussion of Jordan's feelings about avocados, his off-again relationship with yoga, see thru yoga pants, Allan recently opening for Jenna, the feeling of a great audience, hair straightening, Wendy drama, long distance relationships, cucumbers, exit interviews and resignation letters, Daniel's 6th grade girlfriend, unmade beds and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Todd Glass
Jan 19 2015
Todd Glass stops by this episode to chat about the Bahamas, having friends of all ages, 90 percenters, his former reluctance to be open about his sexuality, being comfortable in the lie, his last experiences as a straight man, relationships and the struggles he still feels when meeting people, why he and Chris broke up, his book the Todd Glass Situation, Triscuits, dog shows, organization, spoons and forks, having a zest for life and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.
Another New Beginning, Shane Dawson’s Dead Grandma, Daniel’s New Hair Regime
Jan 15 2015
After a sobering announcement about the fate of the BoBo Boys, Alison introduces this week's guests, Jenna Kim Jones, Shane Dawson, old pal Trevor Stockinger and Alison's husband Daniel Quantz. The gang discusses Alison's conundrum, wax munchers, Trevor's new relationship and his obsession with Taylor Swift, Shane's conflict with Taylor Swift, Shane's dead grandma, phenomena around death, Alison and Daniel's relationship with the universe, coincidence and deja vu, hot round brush talk, Daniel's ...more
Lisa Schwartz (aka Lisbug)
Jan 12 2015
Lisa Schwartz (TV in No Time) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about TV bras, body issues, #fatpass, Soup Plantation and 16 Handles, being afraid of doctors, how she met her boyfriend Shane Dawson, having 1.2 million YouTube subscribers, her children's theater and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
A New Beginning (Alison Gets Fired, Chris Wears a New Jacket, Caelan Sits While Flushing)
Jan 08 2015
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) reconvenes in Alison's studio slash dining room to discuss Alison's departure from Carolla Digital, address the elephant in the room, catch up on everyone's holiday breaks and learn that Caelan has a lot to say on wide variety of topics including the unique one-of-a-kind way he goes to the bathroom. And so much more! We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Jo Koy Returns
Jan 05 2015
After a big announcement from Alison, Jo Koy returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to pour his heart out about family conflict, being caught in the middle, drugs, arguments, holidays, vacations, stress, feuds, finances and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Power Moves, Pancakes, French Toast or Waffles, Happy New Year
Jan 01 2015
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses a new year carb dilemma, whether pancakes, French toast or waffles are the best, where everyone will be in five years, Chris's snapchat and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Natali Morris
Dec 29 2014
Natali Morris (The Today Show) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about word whiskers, doing spots on the Queen Latifah Show, being a tech reporter, broadcasting in general, working at CBS, kids and marriage, the weirdness of being human, growing up Jehovah's Witness, dating and loneliness and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Alison Stole Your Parking Spot, Merry Christmas, Classy Farts
Dec 25 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses Chris and Caelan's haircuts, Alison's parking fiasco, hormones, Christmas shopping, farts, awesome fan art, The Newsroom and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Mo Mandel
Dec 22 2014
Mo Mandel (comedian and host of Tru TV's Barmaggedon) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about all the trivia Alison knows about him, Reality Bites Back, measures of success, being OCD as a kid, his relationship with his parents, Boonville, relationships in general, his dog Mikey, tenacity and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Matt Buys a Tree, Chris Does Magic, Jenna and Alison are Skeptical of Teleportation
Dec 18 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses where we were a year ago, prison listeners, TV shows, Matt's adventures tree shopping, the Magic Castle, super powers and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Wink Martindale
Dec 15 2014
Wink Martindale (plus appearance by his wife Sandy) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about being a frigging legend, hosting game shows, which game show he wishes he currently hosted, his first radio gig at 17, going from radio to TV, his friendship with Elvis Presley, the last time he saw Elvis, being a parent vs. being a grandparent, how he met his wife Sandy, Sandy's 6 year relationships with Elvis, their chihuahuas, keeping love alive, operating a restaur...more
Alison's Fanny Pack, Waking Up Sad, Urinal Talk
Dec 11 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses Caelan's whereabouts, Alison's sad feeling in the morning, Alison's fanny pack, Jenna's Xmas party, NYC vs. Solvang vs. Big Bear, urinal talk and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Nick Santora
Dec 08 2014
Nick Santora (Scorpion, Prison Break, Breakout Kings) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about his just-released children's book I Want An Alien for Christmas, being emotional, the meaning of family, his past as a lawyer, how he came up as a screenwriter, his wife's adjustment to Los Angeles, cold calling Adam Carolla, going after what he wants, MASH and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Bank Teller Talk, Jenna Can't Buy Coffee, Is Depression Normal
Dec 04 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses everyone's Thanksgiving, the final answer regarding the bank teller story teased ages ago, how much depression is normal if any, whether you are your struggle or how we define ourselves and each other, interview tactics and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Allen Salkin
Dec 01 2014
Allen Salkin (The New York Times, From Scratch: The Uncensored History of the Food Network) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about Guy Fieri, Paula Deen, Rachael Ray, Bobby Flay, the writing community in New York, the value of journalism school, whether writing can be taught, breaking off an engagement, relationships, narcissism, therapy, losing his father, interviewing and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Thanksgiving Plans, Dogs in Cars, The Whole Bank Teller Thing
Nov 27 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses thanksgiving plans, riding with dogs in cars, the whole bank teller thing and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone (click here to see the JMOEs from this episode). Happy Thanksgiving!
Scott Carter
Nov 24 2014
Scott Carter (Real Time with Bill Maher) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about his play Discord, asthma attacks, epiphanies, religion, wanting to feel normal, Bill Cosby, Maher audiences, harmony, fatherhood and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Alison's Swirlaroo Disaster, Caelan's New Intro, Jenna's AFV Experience
Nov 20 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses Alison's coffee swirlaroo disaster, Caelan's new intro, scunchies and banana clips, Jenna's experience at AFV, where we sat in class, how we sleep, sleeping with a dog in the bed and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Stevie Ryan
Nov 17 2014
Stevie Ryan stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about growing up in Victorville, getting into comedy, having her own Vh1 sketch show Stevie TV, relationships, self-help books, therapy, dirty dishes, the worst apartment vermin story ever, hair color, tragedy and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Alison's Cervical Sea Monkeys, Caelan's TV Debut, Chris's Encounter with Guy Fieri
Nov 13 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses hair color, BAE, the holiday spirit, Alison's cervical sea monkeys, Caelan's TV debut, Interstellar, John Wick, Chris's love of Guy Fieri and John Mayer, ZZ Top, Jenna's upcoming AFV meeting and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Sex with Emily's Emily Morse
Nov 10 2014
Emily Morse (Sex with Emily) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend talk about getting her doctorate in sex therapy, being a sexologist, her podcast and radio show, Loveline, launching her product line, Bravo's Miss Advised, working in politics, going to Cabo with Dr. Drew, advice for Caelan and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Was Blanche Murdered?, Chris Loves Guy Fieri, We Don't Have the Heart
Nov 06 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses the mysterious whereabouts of Blanche, The Prestige, deleted tweets, Jenna's bathroom door adventure/fiasco, The Wizard of Oz, Guy Fieri, Maury and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Duncan Trussell
Nov 03 2014
Duncan Trussell returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk teachers turned twerkers, magic in the universe, meeting girls on twitter, death, loss, spirituality,the multiverse, our experience of time, goblins, guilt, anger, haircuts, virtual reality, oculus rift and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Jenna's Rap Battle, Blanche's Surprise Demise, Matt's Dog's Costume
Oct 30 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses Halloween costumes, a gal chat update, Matt's girlfriend's dog's costume, cats and cat allergies, Hannah Montana and Tony Montana, Iggy Azalea, Blanche's untimely surprise demise, car tags and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Ryan Sickler
Oct 27 2014
Ryan Sickler (The Crabfeast) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend talk about his new baby girl, fatherhood, childbirth, being a gentleman, his relationship with his girlfriend, losing his father, forgiving his mother, growing up with brothers and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Alison and Jenna's Big Night Out, Matt and Gary's Big Night Out, Hannah Montana
Oct 23 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses checking email in bed, the hip party Alison and Jenna attended, what "Hannah Montana" means in slang, Alison's possibly offensive comments,Strawberry Shortcake Pets on Parade, Matt and Gary at Universal's Halloween Horror Nights, upcoming movies and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Ben Gleib
Oct 20 2014
Ben Gleib stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about vaginas, Idiot Test on GSN, being wily, growing up in a family with a lot of yelling, overcoming his speech impediment, disfluency, losing his virginity, relationships, Chelsea Lately, Last Week on Earth and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Alison's Game Changing Shower Epiphany, Chris's Mustache, Plus Randi Lawson
Oct 16 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) welcomes Randi Lawsonto the show and discusses Chris's mustache, Gal Chat vs. Dude Talk, Alison's shower cap game-changing epiphany, Meet the Mormons, getting dressed up, what to wear after a shower for a day in, a shitty comment and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Little Esther
Oct 13 2014
Esther Povitsky stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about appealing to the same people as Alison, growing up in Illinois, not drinking, college, relationships, early days of reality TV, Esther with Hot Chicks, Ebola and other fears, meeting her boyfriend, dogs, comedy, ballet, how she met Deathsquad and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Alison Attends a Support Group, Matt Becomes Blanche, Chris Loves Fonts
Oct 09 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn discusses Alison's memory lapse, video games, Halloween plans, Adam's housewarming party, Alison's trip to a pet loss support group, pet hospitals, awkward conversation, font talk, spoons, and the introduction of Matt Fondiler's alter ego. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Jenny Johnson
Oct 06 2014
Jenny Johnson stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about comedy writing, her upcoming book, growing up in Texas, working as a news producer for 12 years, the early days of twitter, all caps and exclamation points, social media pet peeves, relationships, marriage and divorce, losing a parent, dealing with grief, prostate cancer, cheat days and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Adam's Housewarming, Caelan's Love Life, Alison's Shower Cap
Oct 02 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses Jenna's trip to New York,Meet the Mormons, accidental twitter follows, perfectly manicured women, shower caps and wilting hair, an awkward conversation at Adam Carolla's housewarming party, Caelan's love life, online dating and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Jerry Ferrara
Sep 29 2014
Jerry Ferrara stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about remembering Caelan from Coffee Bean, getting in shape, cracking a rib, growing up in Brooklyn, moving to LA, his encyclopedic knowledge of Saved by the Bell, the recent Saved by the Bell movie, childhood crushes, his love for TV Guide, Kevin Connolly, upcoming roles, quitting smoking, relationships and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Video Game Picks, Surfing Chris's Hair, Violent Mint
Sep 25 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses Alison's surgery and vagina pill fallout, Chris's voluminous hair, new software and video games, jury duty, group chat, stenographers, the need for mint to be standardized and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Shane Dawson Returns Again
Sep 22 2014
Shane Dawson makes his third appearance on Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about all sorts of stuff including his new movie Not Cool, his experience filming reality show The Chair and his leaky man-made nipples. Also we talked about therapy, weird body phenomena and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Alison's Vagina Pill, Matt's Frozen Yogurt, Chris's Jury Duty
Sep 18 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses Alison's surgery, sadness, a new puppy, wearing the wrong thing to a funeral, Chris's jury duty, vagina pills, frozen yogurt, and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Kulap Vilaysack
Sep 15 2014
Kulap Vilaysack (Who Charted?) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about Origin Story, the documentary she's making about her trek to Laos to find her biological father. We also talked about sharing a birthday, her history with Caelan, her mother's gambling addiction, family drama, how she met her husband Scott Aukerman, relationships, marriage, wanting to have kids and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Caelan Prefers Sourdough, Alison Takes a Look Inside, Chris Wins Fish
Sep 11 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses bread rankings, Jenna's exciting news, Alison's therapist, Matt's protocol when it comes to typing Adam's emails, Jason Dix's Topic Sombrero animation,a guy who needs a kidney in Indianapolis, embarrassing grocery store combos, Chris's fish and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Christina Pazsitsky Returns
Sep 08 2014
Christina Pazsitsky returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about taking time off from the road, empathy, family stuff, wedding albums, merging lives and bank accounts, marriage, fertility, frozen yogurt, football, mattresses and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Alison Humiliates Herself, Matt Saves a Life, Chris Spills Water
Sep 04 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) gets things off to an unconventional start when they try to play a special song for Jenna's arrival and then Chris spills water. Then they discuss sadness, grief, death, funerals, black cherry versus cherry, whether it's worse to go number one or number two in your pants, hot button issues for moms, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Art Alexakis
Sep 01 2014
Art Alexakis (Everclear) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about fatherhood, sobriety, experiencing loss and trauma at a young age, his relationship with his siblings, his mother's dying wish, anger, the business acumen he gleaned from dealing drugs, how he felt at the height of Everclear's success, relationships and marriage and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Chris and Caelan's Weekend Adventure, BoBo Boys, Practical Tips for Grieving
Aug 28 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses Jenna's upcoming AFV audition, Chris and Caelan's big cornhole adventure, the mystery that is Caelan, The Leftovers, a question about therapists, movie stars that would make you see the movie and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Daniel Quantz Returns
Aug 25 2014
Daniel Quantz (Alison's husband) returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to discuss the experience and the grief of losing Oliver. Also some behind the scenes discussions of errands and scheduling. And a thank you to the listeners for all their support during this sad time. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
The Oliver Story, Worms in the Hot Springs, Vacations
Aug 21 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses Alison's horrifying week, the loss of Oliver, the Carolla Digital reaction to losing Oliver, Matt's Mammoth trip, worms in the hot springs, everyone else's weeks, Jenna upcoming AFV audition, Caelan's hair and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Lauren Sivan
Aug 18 2014
Lauren Sivan stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about her start in broadcasting, working for Fox, working overnights, Courtney Friel's cookie party, sneakers vs. tennis shoes, pronunciations, dream jobs, losing her father at a young age, finding Libya on a map, crashing a news van, hair, twitter and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Caelan's Carb Contribution, Hearing People's Thoughts, BoBo Barking
Aug 14 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) discusses Caelan's Carb Contribution, driving to San Diego, vaccines and shots in general, whether the ability to hear everyone's thoughts would make you feel compassion or contempt, milk and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Jeremy Konner
Aug 10 2014
Jeremy Konner (Drunk History) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about directing, producing and co-creating Comedy Central's Drunk History, being the brother of Girls show runner Jenni Konner, growing up in a screenwriting family, his mother's stroke and subsequent six month long coma when he was seven, TV shows, being Jack Black's assistant, relationships, architects and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Alison's Website Is Making Her Crazy, Nicknames, Vacations
Aug 07 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) discusses family nicknames, our upcoming vacations, how we feel about talking on the phone and so much more. Also we pulled your topics out of the hat! Also Alison's website is down right now and it's making her crazy! Also we also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Matt Braunger
Aug 04 2014
Matt Braunger stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about his podcast Ding-Donger with Matt Braunger, hitchhiking, love, being an only child, casting shows, therapy, relationships, commercials, stand up and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Jenna's Fry Sauce, BoBo Boys, Nut Rankings
Jul 31 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) discusses being reunited after Jenna's adventures, fry sauce, Daniel's thoughts on nuts, nut rankings, baking, burping and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Zhena Muzyka
Jul 28 2014
Zhena Muzyka, author of Life by the Cup, stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about her journey from poor single mother to successful author, entrepreneur and activist. We discussed learning to ask for help, picking your battles, powerful women versus powerful men, her gypsy heritage, growing her Gypsy Tea company, yurts, Ojai, raising money, motherhood, book widows, tarot cards and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Alison Needs Surgery, Caelan Takes Tips, Return of Fan Phone Call
Jul 24 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) minus Jenna plus Mike Altier discusses Alison's frisbee/boomerang uterus, vaccines, tubas, more butter sandwich talk, Mike Altier's nutrition theory as it relates to sandwiches, the BoBo Boys, National Batman Day, tattoos and the return of fan phone call. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Jonah Ray
Jul 21 2014
Jonah Ray stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about The Meltdown which premieres on Comedy Central July, 23, playing in bands, how he met Chris Hardwick and became part of Nerdist, growing up overweight, meeting his wife, comedy and stand up, guitar stores, the ladies, drinking, Vine and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Dawson Plays the Animal Name Game, Adam Hurls a Jump Rope, Chris and Alison Can't Sleep
Jul 17 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) minus Jenna plus Mike Dawson revisits the pill discussion while Gary pre-reads. Also we discuss Adam's jump rope attempt on Matt and Mike's life, the air conditioning fiasco of last week, manscaping, Eva Peron, Ray Donovan, Real Housewives of Orange County, Keeping up with the Kardashians, Celebrity Rehab and we introduce the animal name game. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Courtney Robertson
Jul 14 2014
Courtney Robertson stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about her new book I Didn't Come Here To Make Friends: Confessions of a Reality Show Villain (about her experience winning the Ben Flajnik season of The Bachelor), the bachelor himself, dating, what it's like behind-the-scenes on a reality show, feeling betrayed by her friends, having sex on the show, the whole "skinny-dipping with a model" thing, her overprotective mother, buying dogs with her first modelin...more
Alison's a Hero, Pink Starburst Are Best, Live Caelan's Corner Jingle
Jul 10 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones, Caelan Biehn) minus Matt plus Mike Altier discusses Alison's blood drawing and fertility clinic experiences and performs numerous live Caelan's Corner jingles, plus shower talk, pencil waving and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Mary Katharine Ham Returns
Jul 07 2014
Mary Katharine Ham returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about her new hair, new baby, being referred to as a "conservative pundit," Bill O'Reilly, race on TV, Donald Sterling, birth control, childbirth, finances and name changes, makeup, pot, periods, braces, grocery stores and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Alison Can't Whistle, Leaving Dumb Jokes to Matt, Getting Blood Drawn
Jul 03 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) discusses Jenna's comedy special which Alison and Matt watched, Chris's hot musical performance, Dawson's "fart with legs," Limp Bizkit, Alison's inability to whistle, waxing, Chris's fantasy baseball bets, the impending return of fan phone call and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Jason Nash
Jun 30 2014
Jason Nash stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about his new movie, Jason Nash is Married along with how he got into comedy, how his real life differs from the one depicted in the film, growing up in Boston, his parents, the relative important of fancy things, growing up overweight, his parents, parenthood, dogs, infidelity, Busy Phillips and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Chris's Banana Holder, Basic Wooki, Mike Altier
Jun 26 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) minus Jenna but with the addition of Mike Altier discusses Alison's hot date with David Wild to see Matt Nathanson, Olive Garden, Chris's banana hook, Mike's positions on hot topics, Wooki, Star Wars and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Brody Stevens
Jun 23 2014
Brody Stevens stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about mental health, comedy, twitter, television, Chelsea Handler, experiences being fired, bullying, niceness, doing warmup for TV audiences, Starbucks and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Presidential Fitness Awards, Backstreet Boys, Chris's Obsessions
Jun 19 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) discusses the presidential fitness awards, Backstreet Boys vs. 'N Sync, Chris's obsession with Hanson, Game of Thrones, interviews and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Sarah Colonna
Jun 16 2014
Sarah Colonna stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about growing up in Arkansas, drill team, attempts at having a balanced life, pets, the time John Stamos followed and unfollowed her, meeting Chelsea Handler, haircuts, improv, comedy, books, relationships and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Surprise Parties, The Color of Blueberries, Do All Men Rank Women?
Jun 12 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith, Jenna Kim Jones and Caelan Biehn) discusses Jenna's birthday and pizookies, Jenna's comedy special, a comment the Hollywood Hillbillies made that rattled Alison, whether blueberries are blue, Gary's surprise bday party, the Spike TV Guys Choice Awards, pot pie, ranking women and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Theo Von
Jun 09 2014
Comedian Theo Von stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about his experience on Road Rules at 19, growing up in Louisiana, having a father who was 70 when he was born, religion, dating, depression, his changing views on same sex marriage, Deal with It and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Cupcakes, Pepper, Jenna's Odyssey
Jun 05 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) discusses Jenna's race against the clock to get to the studio, whether cupcakes are overly frosted, frosting in general, pepper and its merits, anemia, sweatshirts, endometriosis, abbreviations and so much more including an awesome video by the one and only Jason Dix. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Mike Catherwood
Jun 02 2014
Mike Catherwood (Loveline) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about sexual tension, social anxiety, overcoming various addictions, working with Dr. Drew, how he feels around Adam Carolla, soiling his pants around Adam Carolla, soiling his pants in Paris, his wife and daughter and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
High School Reunions, Matt's Travels, Sushi Burps
May 29 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) discusses whether Jenna should attend her high school reunion, cotillion, sushi burps, Matt's travels and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Alicia Witt (and a Chris Laxamana cameo)
May 26 2014
Alicia Witt stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about doing everything at a young age, being home schooled, her attraction to older and then younger guys, toxic relationships, healthy relationships, Ben Folds, auditioning, dogs, coconut oil and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Potatoes, Caelan Being Caelan-y, Chris's Pole Vaulting
May 22 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) discusses Caelan being Caelan-y, sneezing, pole vaulting, office supplies, nudity, whether heartrending is a word and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Jesse Thorn and Maria Menounos
May 19 2014
Jesse Thorn (Bullseye, Jordan, Jesse Go!) returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about BoatParty.biz and cruises in general, pocket squares, his parents, love, fatherhood, sea sickness, balls, pools and so much more. We also talked to Maria Menounos about the finale of Chasing Maria Menounos. Plus a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Doppelgangers, Chris's Medical Practice, Stray Curly Fries
May 15 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) discusses birthdays, traveling with Adam, doppelgangers, whether Chris is a doctor or not and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Matt Atchity (and a dash of Bald Bryan)
May 12 2014
Matt Atchity (Rotten Tomatoes) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about soup, his relationship with his father, Major Dad, net neutrality, paranoia, kids and the internet, having a heart condition in his late thirties, getting into online arguments, revenge porn, love and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Hot Wallet Talk, Kevin Nealon's Interruption, Things Matt Finds Delicious
May 08 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) engages in some hot wallet and key talk before being interrupted by Kevin Nealon. Also, what happens when dogs take over, Matt's use of "delicious," Jenna's neighbors, Caelan's lack of twitter and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Dave Dameshek Returns, Again!
May 05 2014
Dave Dameshek stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about the three of clubs, Pete Holmes, being an introvert, Bald Bryan, TV, produce, Gary's wang and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Speaking of Speaking, FOMO, Fit with a Kissable Face
May 01 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) discusses the meaning of #FOMO, working out, Caelan as a kid, Skittles, Hugh Grant, coincidences, sneezing, hair drying and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Bert Kreischer Returns
Apr 28 2014
Bert Kreischer returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about the trepidation he feels regarding the upcoming release of his book Life of the Party, Will Smith, social anxiety, testing people, the Call In Sick to Work tour, the time his dad may or may not have soiled his pants in Banana Republic, fatherhood and so much more. Plus, his wife and dad make cameos. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
The Ego No Es Matt's Amigo, Chris Has Otter Hair, 'Sup with Pumpernickel
Apr 24 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) discusses Alison's Road Hard shoot, Chris's otter hair, nicknames, letting comments get to you, when people project on you, Matt's philosophy, bread, workouts and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Alison Agosti
Apr 21 2014
Alison Agosti stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about writing for Late Night with Seth Meyers, doing punch up, hiking, Felicity, sketch comedy, her relationship with her parents, dogs and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Thursday Anniversary, Road Hard Wardrobe, Chris Gets a New Fridge Friend
Apr 17 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) celebrates what possibly might be the anniversary of the Thursday show and discusses an array of topics including waking up early and people who have a problem with people who don't wake up early, Alison's dealings with Road Hard's wardrobe department, clothes in general, Chris wanting to be friends with his refrigerator delivery man, how to rinse your hair in the shower, thongs, HSPs and so much more. We...more
Jack Burditt
Apr 14 2014
Jack Burditt (TV producer/writer extraordinaire; The Mindy Project, 30 Rock) stopped by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about working on Tina Fey's new series, sobriety, how he met his wife, fatherhood, his days as a music critic, Six Flags, Lockheed, writing rooms onFrasier, Just Shoot Me and 30 Rock and so much more. We also spoke about grief, mourning, therapy and the family tragedy he experienced two and a half years. And we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Matt's Flip Flop Budget, Dry Shampoo and Annoying Yogurt Guy
Apr 10 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) discusses churros, hand peeling, ointment, shopping. Matt's flip flop budget, eggplant rollatini, tupperware, food items to avoid at various eateries, Cross Fit and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Bald Bryan and Christie Bishop
Apr 07 2014
Bryan Bishop and Christie Bishop stop by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about Bryan's upcoming cancer memoir Shrinkage, how cancer affects family relationships, being in the caretaker role, fear, openness, being of service, poo and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
The Boom Off, Jenna's Special, How We All Lost Our Virginity
Apr 03 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) discusses Jenna's upcoming comedy special, Jack Mormons, Matt's "Boom Off," various TV shows and musicals, bobos and how everyone lost his or her virginity. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Hampton Yount
Mar 31 2014
Hampton Yount stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about his name, growing up the son of a gem dealer, his dad's stories, working on Ridiculousness, how he got into comedy, lies, showering, email rants, breaking teachers and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Alison Attempts Yoga, Chris Resets a Stare, Gary Unpacks
Mar 27 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) discusses Alison's first attempt at yoga, Chris's knowledge of fancy foodstuffs, nodding to "reset" a stare, crazy people in the neighborhood, shopping carts, moving and unpacking, tennis and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Grace Helbig, Hannah Hart and Mamrie Hart
Mar 24 2014
Grace Helbig, Hannah Hart and Mamrie Hart of Camp Takota stop by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about how they met, summer camp movies, relinquishing control, drunken uploads, how you'd introduce someone with no arms or legs, moving to Los Angeles, burning chinas and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Alison's Wedding, Matt's Bathroom Politics, A Chance to Be Aggressively Freaked
Mar 20 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) discuss Alison's wedding, the way Chris and Daniel (Alison's husband) have similar voices, frustration with parents, Matt moving in with his girlfriend, bathroom politics, missing Yosicles, Jenna's upcoming special and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Nikki Glaser
Mar 17 2014
Nikki Glaser stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about working on MTV, hecklers, high school, sex, relationships, anorexia, rapidly going from 155 lbs to 98 lbs, feeling like a fraud, discovering comedy, therapy and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
My Fiance Daniel Week Continues! Plus Speaker Scams and Fires
Mar 13 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) plus Daniel Quantz (Alison's new husband) talks about makeup, moms, first dates, fires, speaker scams, pants and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Daniel Quantz
Mar 10 2014
Daniel Quantz (Alison's brand new husband) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to set the record straight on a few things and talk about how he and Alison met. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
The Almost Seduction of Matt, Plus Linens and Bisque
Mar 06 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) talks about bisque versus soup, Chris's cooking, sharks, linens, name changes, not having the appropriate number of friends, hot older women and pee boners. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Lynette Carolla Returns
Mar 03 2014
Lynette Carolla makes a return appearance on Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about making a marriage work, drums, the 10th Avenue Podcast featuring conversations with fellow Bruce Springsteen fans, the new house, TV show trends, Natalia and Adam, Natalia and Olga, the Josh Gardner episode, For Crying Out Loud and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Spiders, Pizza, Assistant Jay
Feb 27 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) minus Matt but plus Jay, talks about the barcycle, guitar lessons, dude manicures and pedicures, wedding rings, sore throats, retainers, regional dialects, spiders, pizza and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Mark Geragos
Feb 24 2014
Defense attorney Mark Geragos (Mistrial: An Inside Look at How the Criminal Justice System Works... and Sometimes Doesn't) stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk the little known Robin Hood aspect of his practice, choosing law over religion, getting arrested at his bachelor party, Alison's wedding, why the legal system is rigged, the death penalty, anarchy, how he met his wife, music, his approach to conflict and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone...more
Wedding Cake Flavor Poll, Gary's Favorite Emoji, Sleep Positions
Feb 20 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) talks about wedding cake flavors, wedding registries, marathon lovemaking, Mark Geragos, The Lego Movie, Her, Chris's former weight, beds, pillows and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
David Wild
Feb 17 2014
Writer David Wild, hot on the heels of his Beatles Tribute and Grammy's successes, stops by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about how he got into journalism, Rolling Stone, writing for TV, Friends, respecting music to a fault, celebrity and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Matt's Hot Pottery Date, Gary's Facial and an Epiphany
Feb 13 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) talks about facials, Adam changing the schedule, Woody Allen and Alison's epiphany, Matt's non-apology, Fondilering, Color Me Mine, when to text after meeting someone or going on a first date, Valentine's Day, caffeine and Mormons and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Josh Gardner
Feb 10 2014
Josh Gardner (AKA Deaf Frat Guy) stopped by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about escaping to Maine, his recent travels, frostbite, fatherhood, pimps, Gerhard Reinke's Wanderlust, meeting his wife, stardom and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Pancake Hands, Peeing On Stage, Woody Allen
Feb 06 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) talks about short term carb memory, words Chris can no longer use, Puff the Magic Dragon, Woody Allen and Dylan Farrow, working retail, peeing on stage, pancake hands and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
Paul Scheer
Feb 03 2014
Paul Scheer stopped by this episode of Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about the shame he feels admitting he's from Long Island, working at Blockbuster, his cool comedy dad, his relationship with his parents, NYU, Chicago, falling in love, voiceover work, imminent fatherhood, his podcast How Did This Get Made and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone
A Doodle Array, The Other Chris Laxamana, Celebs with Soft Handshakes
Jan 30 2014
The Thursday gang (Alison, Chris Laxamana, Matt Fondiler, Gary Smith and Jenna Kim Jones) talks about varieties of doodles, wedding planning stress, why Chris would be an awful bride, misunderstandings, whether Russell Brand or Leonardo Dicaprio has slept with more women, the other Chris Laxamana, Matt Crack, Quesaritos and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone

Podcast

Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend

Episodes

Daniel and Alison (Your Calls and Doc Alison)

Aug 10 2020

Tim Kalpakis's Standing Desk, Jackie Johnson's Probiotics, Tony's Happy Face

Aug 06 2020

Melissa Gilbert

Aug 03 2020

Sara Schaefer's Craft Nook, Erin Foley's Boxed Hair Dye, Tony's Love Life

Jul 30 2020

Daniel and Alison (What the History Books Got Wrong about Daniel)

Jul 27 2020

Doug Benson's Fish Rules, Doug Mellard's Dog Calendar, Alison's Brain Fart

Jul 23 2020

Sarah Ellis

Jul 20 2020

Wendy Molyneux's Pool, Dave Huntsberger's Surprise, Alison's Cool Shuffling

Jul 16 2020

Daniel and Alison (Jason from the Bank and Open Letters)

Jul 13 2020

Jackie's Horse Thoughts, Alison's Trolling, A Ken Reid Quiz

Jul 09 2020

Daniel and Alison (Hypnotherapy and Military Songs)

Jul 06 2020

Lisa Curry's Bait Shop, Joe Kwaczala's Fishing Pole, Alison's Salad Bar

Jul 02 2020

Daniel and Alison at Their Finest (Plus Your Calls)

Jun 29 2020

Jackie's Hot Vet, Helen Hong's Phone Call, Alison's Headshot

Jun 25 2020

Candice Thompson

Jun 22 2020

Greg Heller's Baby Song, Jenna & Al's Water Bugs, Alison's Mosh Pits

Jun 18 2020

Daniel and Alison (Alison's Hair Museum and Your Calls)

Jun 15 2020

Jordan's Cheese Habit, Jackie's Feet, Experiences with Cops

Jun 11 2020

Daniel and Alison (Alpha Dan and Your Calls)

Jun 08 2020

Brian Keith Diaz's Photo, Alison's UnGothing, Renee's Move

Jun 04 2020

Daniel and Alison (Alison's Inspirational Speech and Your Calls)

Jun 01 2020

Lauren's Palate, Jackie's Engagement, Alison's Puffy Sleeves

May 28 2020

Daniel and Alison (Your Calls and the Party Across the Street)

May 25 2020

Jordan's Pitas, Ken's Intense Tents, Alison's Discombobulation

May 21 2020

Daniel and Alison (Your Calls and Alison's Birthday)

May 18 2020

Jackie's Big News, Alie's Whittling, Skincare Treatments

May 14 2020

Alison and Daniel (Plus Your Calls and A Scary Incident)

May 11 2020

Kevin's Deceit, Renee's Cascade, A Hawaii Quiz!

May 07 2020

Travis McElroy is Recovering

May 04 2020

Alie Ward's Horrifying Back, Jackie Johnson's Audition, Sit Down Pee Energy

Apr 30 2020

Alison and Daniel (Plus Your Calls and Daniel's New Hair Routine)

Apr 27 2020

Alie's Mealbreakers, Jackie's Chickpeas, New Hobbies

Apr 23 2020

Alison and Daniel (Plus Your Calls and Daniel's Dream)

Apr 20 2020

Jordan's Neighbor, Joe's Girlfriend's Groceries, Alison's Tastebuds

Apr 16 2020

Alison and Daniel (Plus Your Calls and a Canadian Plea)

Apr 13 2020

Jackie Gets Swabbed, Alison Throws Shade, Kevin Teaches You Zoom

Apr 09 2020

Things You Never Hear (Quarantined) People Say with Alfred Schulz

Apr 06 2020

Wendy's Capes, David's Slippers, Alison's Anger

Apr 02 2020

Greg Heller is a Dad!