Best Bette Jess Podcasts (2025)

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Show #627 - Jo Shimoda, Mikkel Haarup, Phil Nicoletti with Lewis Phillips In-Studio 5:19:38

3d ago5:19:38

5:19:38

Phil comes on to talk about the eve of his Canadian MX debut for 2025 and give his thoughts on the racing from Pala. Mikkel Haarup is a nice surprise addition to the Trump racing squad for the 2025 outdoors and had himself a nice ride at Pala, he joins us to discuss how the ride came about and what he expects of himself in this series. Jo Shimoda i…

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Rob Huebel, Natalie Morales, Lamorne Morris and Paul Scheer guest 1:32:45

4d ago1:32:45

1:32:45

Live from Dynasty Typewriter in LA, Doug welcomes Rob Huebel, Natalie Morales, Lamorne Morris and Paul Scheer to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Cult of Body & Soul - My new docuseries drops May 27! 8:02

8d ago8:02

8:02

A quickie 1:1 to talk about CULT OF BODY & SOUL - my brand new docu-series which premieres Tuesday May 27 on all podcast platforms & YouTube. The 7-episode series explores how SOULCYCLE transcended fitness as it captured the New York City zeitgeist with ritual, candlelight and cult of personality. Cast info & production notes: cultbodysoul.com 🙏🏼 W…

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Judy Garland, Radical Faeries & more (w/ Justin Elizabeth Sayre) 45:03

12d ago45:03

45:03

Jess is joined by writer/performer Justin Elizabeth Sayre on the eve of the 13th Annual Night of a Thousand Judys, celebrating JUDY GARLAND at Joe’s Pub! Topics — what is the best Judy entry point, working for MICHAEL PATRICK KING, Radical Faeries gatherings, learning the NYC subway via hookups, John Waters and the live immersive experience of JOHN…

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Chad Daniels, Dan Sebree and Troy Tate guest 1:13:22

11d ago1:13:22

1:13:22

Live from Commonwealth Sanctuary in Dayton, KY, Doug welcomes Chad Daniels, Dan Sebree and Troy Tate to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Show #626 - Justin Brayton, Larry Brooks, Zach Osborne, Phil Nicoletti with Michael Antonovich In-Studio 5:17:44

17d ago5:17:44

5:17:44

Justin Brayton is on to talk the Supercross finale and generally his role in keeping the broadcast classy during Raceday Live. Phil Nicoletti is on in his standard role and weighs in on the RJ move in SLC. Zach Osborne joins us to talk about his new deal with Beta as brand ambassador. Larry Brooks hasn't been on in a LONG time and it's great to get…

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Guy Branum, Geoff Tate and Justin Thompson guest 1:14:07

18d ago1:14:07

1:14:07

Live from Zanies in Rosemont, Doug welcomes Guy Branum, Geoff Tate and Justin Thompson to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Show #625 - Jordon Smith, Jess Pettis, Kellen Brauer, Marshall Weltin, Phil Nicoletti with Wes Williams and Brent Stallo In-Studio 5:14:11

24d ago5:14:11

5:14:11

Denver SX has passed and we have the always fast Jordon Smith on the line to talk about his eventful race. Phil Nicoletti is on to talk about the PulpMX Privateer Race as well as racing the Canadian Nationals this summer. Jess Pettis is a super fast Canadian who will be going head to head with Phil this summer and we of course. get into the 2025 Pu…

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“Rent” & “Hamilton” Power Producer is a Theater Kid (w/ Jeffrey Seller) 56:43

26d ago56:43

56:43

Jess is joined by 4x TONY Award winning Broadway producer JEFFREY SELLER, best known for “Hamilton,” “Rent,” “In the Heights” & “Avenue Q.” Topics — his review of “Sunset Blvd,” being the creative nurturer and critic to Jonathan Larson & Lin Manuel Miranda, inventing the Broadway lotto system, crippling anxiety of opening night reviews, renovating …

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Danny Hill, Samm Levine and Daniella Pineda guest 59:12

25d ago59:12

59:12

Doug welcomes Danny Hill, Samm Levine and Daniella Pineda to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Show #624 - Cooper Webb with Alex Martin, Jeremy Martin, Phil Nicoletti In-Studio 5:03:05

1M ago5:03:05

5:03:05

When you have Phil Nicoletti, Alex Martin and Jeremy Martin all in studio, the only guy you need on the horn is Cooper Webb of course and we got him. It's a real family feel PulpMX Show and don't you worry if it's a little dysfunctional! Great show!

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Culture Catch-up: How to Fix Bravo & Summer House (w/ Dan Allegretto) 51:11

1M ago51:11

51:11

Jess is joined by friend of the pod Dan Allegretto! Topics: why do bald men wear hats, becoming friends w/ Lena Dunham, boots on the ground w/ Bethenny, how to fix Bravo & Summer House, Carl Radke, Lindsay Hubbard, how The Real L Word & Vanderpump Rules lift the veneer off Los Angeles, the off-Broadway play “Becoming Eve,” Quentin Crisp, the camera…

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Samm Levine, Bobby Moynihan and Ellory Smith guest 55:44

1M ago55:44

55:44

Doug welcomes Samm Levine, Bobby Moynihan and Ellory Smith to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Show #623 - Dean Wilson, Dylan Ferrandis, with Daniel Blair, Randy Richardson and Dob Wobbs In-Studio 5:22:11

1M ago5:22:11

5:22:11

Dylan Ferrandis got himself a 5th in East Rutherford so he's on to talk about that as well as the rough road he's been down for the last couple years but he's still looking forward. Dean Wilson , errr Grandpa Earl is on to talk about how the Factory Honda fill-in came about and what it feels like being back on the good stuff again. Filthy is on to …

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Madonna & Michael Jackson Choreographer / Director — Vincent Paterson 1:17:18

1M ago1:17:18

1:17:18

Jess is joined by legendary director & choreographer VINCENT PATERSON — the man behind MICHAEL JACKSON & MADONNA’s most iconic movements. Topics — videos for “Beat It,” “Thriller,” “Smooth Criminal” and defining the Superbowl Halftime Show w/ MJ’s 1993 performance. Plus — choreographing The Blond Ambition Tour, “Express Yourself" video, Madonna’s 1…

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Paget Brewster, Ami Canaan Mann and Ellory Smith guest 53:33

1M ago53:33

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Doug welcomes Paget Brewster, Ami Canaan Mann and Ellory Smith to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Show #622 - Joey Savatgy, Wil Hahn, Darren Lawrence, Phil Nicoletti with Kellen Brauer In-Studio 5:09:07

2M ago5:09:07

5:09:07

Joey Savatgy has had himself an eventful last couple weeks and he is on to talk about some of the craziness, struggles and the bright spots that he can draw from moving forward. Dad to two of the fastest siblings in history, Darren "Dazzy" Lawrence comes on to talk about his boys and his role in their career that continues as they reach even higher…

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DJ Lina Bradford on Candis Cayne, Club Kids, Fire Island Reign & more 51:23

2M ago51:23

51:23

Jess is joined by New York icon DJ LINA BRADFORD! Topics: living in same building as Olivia Newton-John, soulmate Candis Cayne... the Linda Evangelista to her Naomi Campbell and how the trans label is limiting. Plus — evolution from dancer > nightclub host > DJ as performance art, 10-year reign on Fire Island, finding her sexual revolution on FI + …

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Guy Branum, Paget Brewster and Garret Price guest 58:18

2M ago58:18

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Doug welcomes Guy Branum, Paget Brewster and Garret Price to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Show #621 - Aaron Plessinger, Cullin Park, Justin Rodbell, Phil Nicoletti with Keefer and Blake Savage In-Studio 5:16:08

2M ago5:16:08

5:16:08

Aaron Plessinger secured his second 450SX win of his career in an absolutely dreadful Foxboro race which saw some of the craziest action we've seen in a Supercross ever. He's on to talk about being a mud specialist and the win. Cullin Park finished the 250 race in 2nd place at Foxboro! What a ride for the fully likable privateer and a great story. …

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Jay Chandrasekhar, Paul Feig, Ellory Smith and Jacob Wysocki guest 1:14:46

2M ago1:14:46

1:14:46

Live from Dynasty Typewriter in LA, Doug welcomes Jay Chandrasekhar, Paul Feig, Ellory Smith and Jacob Wysocki to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Show #620- Ryan Villopoto, Nick Wey, Vince Wey, Cameron McAdoo, Mitch Payton, Bones Bacon, Kris & Aden Keefer, Adam Cianciarulo LIVE from Pro Circuit 4:20:06

2M ago4:20:06

4:20:06

An incredible one-off Live PulpMX Show from Pro Circuit Headquarters in front of a Live audience! We have Mitch Payton, Kris Keefer, Bones, RV, AC, Mcadoo, Nick Wey and son Vincent, Mike Ulrich from Yamaha even… Really, what more could you imagine for a truly legendary show?! It’s story time from Pro Circuit as well as discussing Pro Circuit’s icon…

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Jeff Hiller on HBO’s Somebody Somewhere, Fire Island & Actress of a Certain Age 50:22

2M ago50:22

50:22

Jess is joined by actor/comedian JEFF HILLER, best known for HBO’s SOMEBODY SOMEWHERE opposite BRIDGET EVERETT! Topics: missing the Fire Island ferry, lesbian Hollywood gossip, Rosie’s memoir “Find Me,” his impression of Daphne Rubin-Vega, forgetting his transcendental meditation mantra, Excel spreadsheet nightmares, Queer as Folk, Rocky Horror, hi…

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Daniel Betts, Danny Hill and Chad Opitz guest 1:19:26

2M ago1:19:26

1:19:26

Live from The Well in Bakersfield, Doug welcomes Daniel Betts, Danny Hill and Chad Opitz to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Live PulpMX Show from Seattle 2025 2:06:17

2M ago2:06:17

2:06:17

Another great Live show from Seattle with special guests Lewis Phillips, Lars Lindstrom and the CREW!!

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Show #619 - Chase Sexton, Benny Bloss, Rasmus Jorgensen with Lewis Phillips and Adam Wheeler In-Studio 5:45:17

2M ago5:45:17

5:45:17

Birmingham 450 Triple Crown winner, Chase Sexton comes on to talk about finally getting back on the top step after a few round of struggles. Phil Nicoletti comes on with Chase to discuss the improved starts and other current events including the news that he is now Team Kawasaki for the Canadian Nationals. Benny Bloss is on to talk his best Triple …

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Bruce Vilanch on Bette Midler, Writing The Oscars & more! 51:54

2M ago51:54

51:54

Jess is joined by beloved go-to comedy writer BRUCE VILANCH! Topics: Bette Midler at the Continental Baths, Barbra Streisand being too cheap to pay him, writing punch-ups for Cher in "Burlesque," writing The Oscars (Ellen difficulty, Anne Hathaway & James Franco hosting, Billy Crystal’s opening medleys), starring in "Hairspray" on Broadway & more! …

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Carl Fry, Nish Kumar and Doug Mellard guest 1:15:26

2M ago1:15:26

1:15:26

Live from the The Creek and the Cave in Austin as part of SXSW, Doug welcomes Carl Fry, Nish Kumar and Doug Mellard to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Madonna Blond Ambition Reunion w/ Luis Xtravaganza, Carlton Wilborn & Kevin Stea 57:10

2M ago57:10

57:10

Jess is joined by THREE of the iconic dancers from Madonna’s Blond Ambition Tour: Luis Xtravaganza, Carlton Wilborn + Kevin Stea! Topics: TRUTH OR DARE follow-up doc STRIKE A POSE, Luis attending high school with Jose Xtravaganza, Christopher Ciccone’s impact on “The Girlie Show,” Kevin’s work with LADY GAGA, the 1990 MTV “Rock the Vote” campaign, …

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Brandon Collins, Joe DeRosa, John Erler and Caitlin Peluffo guest 1:07:56

2M ago1:07:56

1:07:56

Live from the Esther’s Follies in Austin as part of SXSW, Doug welcomes Brandon Collins, Joe DeRosa, John Erler and Caitlin Peluffo to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Show #618 - Justin Cooper, Seth Hammaker with Jeff Emig and Phil Nicoletti In-Studio 4:45:27

3M ago4:45:27

4:45:27

Justin Cooper locked in his best 450 finish ever in SX at Indy and he is on to talk about his growth in 2025 and what he's doing to continue to improve. Seth Hammaker has had a few years of injury and struggles since winning his first race 4 years ago but he came back in a big way at the first East West Showdown in Indy. Seth is a very down to eart…

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Brandon Collins, Dan Rosen and Noël Wells guest 58:58

3M ago58:58

58:58

Doug welcomes Brandon Collins, Dan Rosen and Noël Wells to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Show #617 - Ken Roczen, RJ Hampshire, Tim Ferry, Adam Enticknap with JT In-Studio 5:03:03

3M ago5:03:03

5:03:03

Ken Roczen finally did the Daytona deal in his 11th effort and we have him on to talk about reaching that incredible milestone. What a season it is turning out to be for the fan-favorite on yellow. RJ Hampshire took a big step toward righting his season with the WIN in Daytona. He joins us to talk about winning his home town race and how big that i…

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Liz Feldman — Dead to Me & No Good Deed Writer/Creator, Kate Moennig, The L Word 1:01:25

3M ago1:01:25

1:01:25

Jess is joined by LIZ FELDMAN — writer/creator of Netflix’s DEAD TO ME & NO GOOD DEED! Topics: Liz’s seminal lezzie YouTube show “This Just Out,” becoming friends with THE L WORD cast, harassment from TV mega producer Dan Schneider while writing Nickelodeon’s ALL THAT, manifesting writing for ELLEN, working for MICHAEL PATRICK KING, auditioning for…

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Joey Bragg, Brandon Collins and Chad Opitz guest 57:00

3M ago57:00

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Doug welcomes Joey Bragg, Brandon Collins and Chad Opitz to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Show #616 - Justin Hill, Coty Schock, Ryan Villopoto, Phil Nicoletti with Weege In-Studio 4:49:32

3M ago4:49:32

4:49:32

Phil Nicoletti is on in his standard role dropping off bombs and scooping the straight talk like only PHILLIP can. Coty Schock is an incredible story this series and he secured his first SX podium ever this week in Arlington and it was the 2nd step, not the 3rd! City is still improving and he's on to talk about his unlikely rise out of the state of…

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Julie Klausner on Madonna “I’m Breathless,” Difficult People, Death Becomes Her & more 54:31

3M ago54:31

54:31

Jess is joined by DIFFICULT PEOPLE creator/star & BILLY ON THE STREET producer JULIE KLAUSNER! Topics: Madonna x Sondheim “I’m Breathless” collab, Death Becomes Her vs. She-Devil, John Waters Quote Tournament, the Liza documentary, writing for Joan Rivers, preceding Brian Moylan as Vulture Housewives recapper, first WNBA game, the return of her pod…

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Carmen Christopher, Riki Lindhome and Chad Opitz guest 58:35

3M ago58:35

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Carmen Christopher, Riki Lindhome and Chad Opitz guest. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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SNL’s Cheri Oteri on The View, Barbara Walters, Jennifer Coolidge & more 49:26

3M ago49:26

49:26

Jess is joined by SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE character queen CHERI OTERI! Cheri recounts being discovered at The Groundlings alongside Lisa Kudrow, Kathy Griffin and fellow SNL hopefuls Will Ferrell, Chris Kattan and Jennifer Coolidge. Topics: origins of her Barbara Walters impression, the cutthroat pressure between cast & writers for airtime, Jim Carrey’…

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Show #615 - Cooper Webb, Levi Kitchen, Phil Nicoletti with Gary Brough, Gregg Albertson and Kris Keefer In-Studio 5:04:41

3M ago5:04:41

5:04:41

Cooper Webb stalked Kenny in Detroit and again made the pass late in the race. Coop comes on to talk about being tied for the points lead and his mindset moving on to Dallas. Levi Kitchen got the win in Detroit under some wild circumstances but hey that's racing. He's on to talk about the bittersweet win. Phil is on bringing his usual levity to the…

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Brandon Collins, Ayden Mayeri and Amy Miller guest 58:18

3M ago58:18

58:18

Doug welcomes Brandon Collins, Ayden Mayeri and Amy Miller to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Show #614 - Malcolm Stewart, Max Anstie, Adam Cianciarulo, Phil Nicoletti, Lars Windstorm with Lewis Phillips In-Studio 5:20:50

4M ago5:20:50

5:20:50

There was a seismic shift in the series in Tampa with Malcolm Stewart winning his first 450SX ever in dominatingfashion. He comes on to talk about getting that money off his back and how cool it was to feel the support of friends, family and industry. Max Anstie cashed in on all that pre-season "flying at the test track" talk as he beat everyone el…

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Jonathan Larson Project, RENT, Untold Broadway Stories (w/ Jennifer Tepper) 46:11

4M ago46:11

46:11

Jess is joined by theater historian and conceiver of THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT Jennifer Tepper to discuss unearthing 20+ unheard songs of the RENT & TICK, TICK... BOOM! composer. Topics: getting access to hundreds of cassette tapes, scripts, music files and journals from The Larson Estate, hidden underground passageways connecting Broadway theate…

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Joey Bragg, Martha Kelly and Josh Ruben guest 58:05

4M ago58:05

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Doug welcomes Joey Bragg, Martha Kelly and Josh Ruben to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Show #613 - Cooper Webb, Ricky Carmichael, Jordon Smith with Sam Jones, Phil Nicoletti and Trevor Reis In-Studio 5:14:07

4M ago5:14:07

5:14:07

Cooper Webb is finding his groove and found himself with a hole shot in race 1 of the Triple Crown in Glendale. He's on to talk all about that unfamiliar spot and how he thought of the Glendale track. Ricky Carmichael and Sam Jones teamed up to produce RC's biopic which is coming out. They are on to talk about the making of it and some of the best …

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Kyle Richards, Kathy Hilton, Kim Richards — House of Hilton Tell All (w/ Jamie Stein) 1:03:04

4M ago1:03:04

1:03:04

Jess is joined by Jamie Stein for a deep dive on HOUSE OF HILTON, the 2006 tell-all about the Hilton dynasty, heavily featuring the backstories of Kathy Hilton, Kyle Richards, Kim Richards and their mother, Big Kathy. We explore Big Kathy’s mission for men, money and Hollywood and how she projected those dreams onto her three daughters. We also dis…

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Kate Micucci, Arden Myrin, Adam Pally and Paul Scheer guest 1:15:16

4M ago1:15:16

1:15:16

Live from the Gateway Theatre as part of San Francisco Sketchfest, Doug welcomes Kate Micucci, Arden Myrin, Adam Pally and Paul Scheer to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Drew Hancock, Amy Miller and Adam Rodness guest 57:18

4M ago57:18

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Doug welcomes Drew Hancock, Amy Miller and Adam Rodness to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Show #612 - Ken Roczen, Phil Nicoletti, Lucas Mirtl, Ross Blankenship with Anton Wass, Cody Webb, Darkside and Kris Keefer In-Studio 5:47:13

4M ago5:47:13

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Guy Branum, Zach Galifianakis, Chad Opitz and Beth Stelling guest 1:19:09

4M ago1:19:09

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Live from Dynasty Typewriter in LA, Doug welcomes Guy Branum, Zach Galifianakis, Chad Opitz and Beth Stelling to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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