Best Chely Wright Podcasts (2025)

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Chely Wright, Country's Queer Icon 1:05:10

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This week, S.E. sits down with Chely Wright, an award-winning country music artist, activist, and author to discuss her multifaceted career and personal journey. Before they get into the emotional and professional challenges Wright faced as a closeted gay woman in the country music industry, S.E. asks Chely her thoughts on some big news (from Beyon…

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Is Trump planning on a third term? 22:49

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This week on Talkin’ Politics, S.E. chats with Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) about his take on a new generation of leaders (and issues) to carry the Democratic Party into the future. Then, S.E. weighs in on some recent chatter about whether Trump will actually try to break American democracy in order to allow himself to serve a third term in office. (B…

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Karine Jean-Pierre & S.E.’s take on Trump’s White House makeover 30:08

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This week on Talkin’ Politics, S.E. chats with former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre about why she left the Democratic Party, the rise of independent voters, her message to Dems, and her new book, “Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines.” And later, do you hear that noise? If you’re in Washington, D…

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Mindy Cohn is kindness and joy 44:06

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Nostalgia alert! This week, S.E. gets to tap into her inner 8-year-old in an interview with Mindy Cohn. So many 80s audiences grew up with Mindy, who played Natalie on the Facts of Life, a sitcom focused on the lives of four girls — and their caretaker — at a prestigious all girls boarding school. S.E. gets to find out what the dynamic was like beh…

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S.E.’s Talkin’ Coffee … and askin’ questions 51:44

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It’s the season two return of Talkin’ Coffee! S.E. is joined by her producers Lauren and Derrick to discuss what TV shows are most identifiable with coffee and consider whether there is any place coffee does not belong. Plus, a personal coffee-meets-technology tragedy, and all the news that’s fit to sip! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…

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Talkin' Politics: Rahm Emanuel & S.E.'s take on those leaked texts 38:55

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Welcome to Talkin' Politics, the podcast within a podcast that gives you a weekly dose of S.E.'s piping' hot takes on the news of the week as well as interviews with political heavyweights. And this week, S.E. talks with Rahm Emanuel. Most recently, Rahm was the U.S. ambassador to Japan, but he has also served in Congress, as mayor (of Chicago), an…

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Charlamagne Tha God on Therapy, Preparation, and the GOAT of broadcasting 57:19

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Welcome to Season 2! What a way to start! S.E. sits down with Charlamagne tha God for a conversation about media today, his early radio days, mental health, and so much more. Charlamagne is a media mogul to the nth degree. He is making an impact and elevating Black voices in broadcast, podcasting, and publishing. He's also the reason S.E. has this …

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Off the Cupp is back with season 2! 1:36

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S.E. Cupp is back with her thoughtful deep-dive convos about life, careers, pivots, parenting, and mental health with her famous friends and people she admires. But there's more! S.E. is also bringing back 'Talkin' Coffee' — a fun and frothy roundtable chat with her producers, Lauren and Derrick, about all things coffee. And if THAT's not enough, S…

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Love & Marriage: S.E. and her husband talk mental health 1:07:14

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It's the final episode of season 1! And S.E. has some NEWS (you'll have to listen to find out!). To cap off a year of 49 fun, insightful, and revealing conversations about the intersection of life, careers, and mental health, S.E. brings on a very special guest for episode 50 — her husband, John Goodwin. This episode is more personal than ever befo…

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The magic of Hamilton's Christopher Jackson 1:01:20

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It's a thrilling penultimate episode of Off the Cupp Season 1 with one of the coolest guests ... Broadway (and TV and movie) star, Christopher Jackson! S.E. indulges in ALL the musical theater, behind-the-scenes action Christopher can offer from The Lion King to In the Heights to Hamilton. Christopher shares his journey from small-town life in Cair…

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Michael Kelly isn't working 1:04:23

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This week S.E. chats with Michael Kelly, star of House of Cards and Jack Ryan, among so many more. They talk about Michael's serendipitous start in acting, his deep love of baseball, and when he almost quit acting (and what gave him the courage to continue). S.E. and Michael get honest about managing demanding careers and parenting, the pain of mis…

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James Van Der Beek's New Role: Survivor 28:19

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This week, S.E. sits down with James Van Der Beek, an actor known for so many iconic roles from Dawson's Creek to Varsity Blues to The Rules of Attraction. Now James is using his platform to share his life-changing cancer diagnosis and amplify the life-saving need for early detection. S.E. and James delve into his emotional journey from diagnosis, …

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Scheana Shay on anxiety and infidelity and reality TV, oh my! 52:10

3M ago52:10

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This week, S.E. enters the Bravoverse with Scheana Shay! The Vanderpump Rules reality star opens up (even more) in her new memoir, My Good Side. S.E. and Scheana get into all the drama from the set to the page, but they also get personal about the darkest parts Scheana revealed in her book, her struggle with anxiety around her kid and parenting, an…

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S.E.’s Talkin’ Coffee, drones and snakes?? 38:18

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On this edition of Talkin’ Coffee, S.E. shares a story about the predator in her backyard, a banger of a coffee-inspired idea, and gets into another Gen Z coffee trend — is it suss? You decide! S.E.’s joined, as always, by her producers Lauren and Derrick and the trio dive into into all the news that’s fit to sip! See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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Rocco DiSpirito will cook until he dies 50:23

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This week it's chef and restauranteur Rocco DiSpirito! You know two of S.E.'s favorite things are reality TV and restaurants, so it's a real treat that S.E. gets to talk to probably THE person who reality food TV on the map. They talk about why he doesn't have boundaries in his work and life, what stage of his career he's in, what those early reali…

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Ricki Lake on talk shows, musicals, and starting over 55:21

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This week it's the ultimate reinventionist, Ricki Lake! S.E. finds out how Ricki Lake manages to always take big swings in her career — from her out-of-the-blue starring role in Hairspray, to becoming a talk show legend in her 20s, to making a very personal and revealing documentary — and doesn't get pulled under by self doubt and the pressures of …

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Jennie Garth and that ‘reinvention’ word 54:58

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This week, S.E. chats with Jennie Garth! The 90210 star talks about how she maneuvered the Hollywood machine as a teenager, her ups and downs with the industry, and how it was faith in herself that freed herself from the hamster reel. S.E. and Jennie get personal about how they face the fissures in their careers and debate the merits of reinvention…

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Eric Hutchinson on Roger Federer, Paul Simon, Seinfeld and...people who liked high school?? 1:01:08

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This week, it's singer-songwriter Eric Hutchinson! S.E. shares the story of how her and her husband came to find Eric's music. Eric talks about the song-writing process, how not to write a song that's already been written and some of the wild (and hilarious) story sources for some of his songs. The pair also talk and debate the best singer-songwrit…

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Rufus Wainwright on Music, Family, and His Fierce Creative Fire 1:18:06

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In this intimate episode of Stories to Tell, Richard Marx sits down with the incomparable Rufus Wainwright for a conversation that spans decades of music, art, and reinvention. From growing up in a legendary musical family to becoming one of the first openly gay male artists signed to a major label, Rufus shares his journey with wit and warmth. The…

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Justin Bartha on existential life questions, the pandemic turning point, and the Gigli of it all 59:22

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This week, S.E. chats with National Treasure and The Hangover star Justin Bartha! S.E. and Justin find they have a LOT in common, including a shared hometown — at the same time — in Michigan. Justin talks about the lengths he went to follow Robert De Niro into the business, his first big break in — and the fallout from — the much-maligned movie Gig…

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Matt Nathanson on Sobriety, Martinis, and the Art of Saying Too Much 1:44:55

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In this episode of Stories to Tell, Richard Marx sits down with the wildly honest and hilarious singer-songwriter Matt Nathanson for a cocktail-fueled conversation that pulls no punches. From his lifelong decision to stay sober, to thoughts on intimacy, control, and his theory on why olives taste like Pompeii.....Matt lays it all out with his trade…

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S.E.’s Talkin’ (and Tastin’) Coffee 49:33

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On this edition of Talkin’ Coffee, it’s the battle of the coffees! Which cup comes out on top in a blind taste test: Dunkin’, McDonald’s, or Starbucks? To find out, SE is joined not only by her producers Lauren and Derrick but also her husband (and coffee soulmate) John. Summer intern Logan also makes an appearance to defend her generation’s invent…

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No offense to Bradley Whitford 39:54

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This week, S.E. challenges her cardinal rule here on Off the Cupp (no politics!) with a most delightful and very much politically engaged guest, Bradley Whitford. It's not just Bradley's tenure as White House Chief of Staff Josh Lyman in Aaron Sorkin's beloved drama the West Wing that makes him particularly political. Bradley is also putting himsel…

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How Maria Menounos Survived Brain Surgery, Cancer & Hollywood 1:55:56

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Maria Menounos sits down with Richard Marx for a deeply personal, revealing, and often emotional conversation unlike anything you’ve heard before. From growing up the daughter of Greek immigrants cleaning Boston nightclubs to becoming a household name in television, Maria opens up about her improbable journey to success—and the major health battles…

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Jemele Hill on the WNBA, mental health in sports, and why there's no escaping politics 1:06:21

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This week, S.E. sits down with sports journalist, commentator and Spolitics podcast host, Jemele Hill. S.E. and Jemele have a lot of shared knowledge and experience, both coming and finding their place in the TV journalism world. They talk about where those worlds intersect, where they diverge, and how politics is, despite anyone's best efforts, in…

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Chely Wright on Country Music, Coming Out, and the Power of Telling the Truth 1:50:25

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This week on Stories to Tell, Chely Wright joins Richard Marx for one of the most powerful conversations we’ve had yet. From her early rise in Nashville to becoming the first openly gay country music artist, Chely opens up about the moments that shaped her career, her identity, and her courage to speak out. She shares deeply personal stories about …

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Stephen Kellogg on midlife crises, admitting you're wrong, and pizza 1:07:31

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This week, S.E. sits down with a friend! The singer-songwriter Stephen Kellogg joins S.E. in the iHeart studio to talk about why he's searching for a pivot, the toll of being a touring musician, and the moments of failure he's learned from. As a father to four, he also shares his best parenting hacks and how he and his longtime partner make it work…

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Jon Cryer Talks Passing on the Role of a Lifetime, His Early Success & Dating Demi Moore 1:50:14

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This weeks guest Jon Cryer!

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Jay Mohr on ego, aging, and dad’s all nighter 50:47

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This week it’s Jay Mohr! S.E. sits down with the stand-up comedian and host of the “Mohr Stores” podcast to talk about his early career, 90s male archetypes, and how he’s transitioning into this second half of life and career. Jay talks about his journey to sobriety, his lows, and rebuilding the bridges he had burned. And it’s a very Jay lightning …

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Heather Dubrow on Her Initial Resistance to Join ‘Real Housewives’ 1:15:11

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This weeks guest is Heather Dubrow!

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S.E.’s Talkin’ Coffee … and bustin’ myths 32:26

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It’s all the news that’s fit to sip! In this episode of Talkin’ Coffee, S.E. chats with her producers, Lauren and Derrick, about common coffee-related myths. Does drinking coffee actually stunt your growth? What about dehydration? Then, we take to the skies for news of a certain brand collaboration that has S.E. soaring. See omnystudio.com/listener…

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Spencer Garrett: That guy from EVERYTHING 57:34

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This week, S.E. sits down — in person! In LA — with a real LA guy who you'll surely know from that thing — Spencer Garrett! Spencer and S.E. get into his childhood growing up in Los Angeles, with a family that was riding the highs and lows of their various roles in "the business." Close listeners of Off the Cupp will enjoy hearing the backstory of …

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Bootsy Collins on Playing with James Brown & George Clinton's Parliament-Funkadelic, Bruno Mars & 'Album of the Year #1 Funkateer' 1:17:08

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This week we have the privilege of hosting the legendary, best-dressed Bootsy Collins! Stream his new album 'Album of the Year #1 Funkateer' out now: https://bootsycollins.komi.io/ Got a question? Email us at [email protected]

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Dr. Drew Pinsky: Talking openly about the hard stuff 58:41

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This week, S.E. sits down with one of the original TV doctors, Dr. Drew Pinsky. Dr. Drew talks about going from a late-night radio show to MTV with the 90s hit, Loveline with Adam Carolla. He also takes S.E. behind the scenes of the making of Celebrity Rehab. S.E. and Dr. Drew gets personal, too, with Dr. Drew sharing the traumas of his childhood a…

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Prince Royce Talks Bachata, Skydiving, and Covering "Right Here Waiting" on His New Album 'Eterno' 1:15:24

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This week Prince Royce!

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Andrew Zimmern's wild — and tasty — ride 1:03:07

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Andrew Zimmern always knew he would be involved with food. On this week’s episode, S.E. talks with the chef and adventurer about how that connection started in his childhood days in the kitchen, grew throughout his adolescence in the New York City food scene (attending James Beard’s Christmas parties?!), and blossomed on his TV shows where he demys…

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Eric Benét | Stories To Tell with Richard Marx Ep. 14 1:02:50

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This week Eric Benét!

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Michael Chiklis on Boston accents, John Belushi and ignoring the internet 58:10

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This week, S.E. sits down with TV legend, Michael Chiklis. Known for his police roles from The Commish to The Shield, Michael shares with S.E. more about his early life in Massachusetts, and finding inspiration and support in the Greek philosophies spun out by his beauty-salon-owning father. They talk about parenting, the social media drain and the…

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Daisy Fuentes | Stories To Tell with Richard Marx Ep. 13 1:07:57

6M ago1:07:57

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Television icon and entrepreneur Daisy Fuentes joins us for a candid conversation about her journey from MTV trailblazer to business powerhouse. Daisy brings wit, warmth, and hard-earned wisdom to a hilariously honest conversation about what makes a marriage work Got a question? Email us at [email protected]…

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S.E.’s Talkin’ Coffee … and uncomfortable confrontations 35:16

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It’s all the news that’s fit to sip! In this episode of Talkin’ Coffee, S.E. shares the story of a confrontation she had recently that made her question everything! She asks her producers, Lauren and Derrick, and you all, to weigh in! In coffee news, there’s a sports and coffee crossover we didn’t know we needed, what we wouldn’t skimp on in this e…

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Is Brad Thor better at predicting the future than 'The Simpsons'? 54:57

6M ago54:57

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This week, S.E. gets to see into the future with best-selling author Brad Thor. Brad talks about the impact of his favorite childhood book series and what inspired him to finally get to writing books later in life. S.E. and Brad do step lightly into politics and talk about how it shapes Brad’s audience, more than his storytelling. Brad talks about …

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Chris Botti on Playing Trumpet with Sting, Barbra Streisand & Paul Simon, and Racecar Driving 1:19:02

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Grammy Award-winning trumpeter/composer Chris Botti joins us to discuss the many parallels between his career trajectory and Richard's where a few manifested encounters at a young age made all the difference... Got a question? Email us at [email protected]

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Donny Deutsch on the art of talking 40:38

6M ago40:38

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This week, S.E. sits down with one of the best communicators, maybe, on the planet — it's Donny Deutsch! The TV host and master marketer talks about growing up in Queens and how being a New Yorker is such an embedded part of his identity. They talk about the evolution of branding and what makes a great brand — and what definitely doesn't. Donny als…

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Richard Appel on Leaving Law to Be a Hollywood Writer on Family Guy, King of the Hill & The Simpsons 1:14:49

6M ago1:14:49

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Richard's childhood classmate Rich Appel joins us to discuss making the hard decision to pivot from a Harvard Law career in NYC with James Comey to becoming a Hollywood screenwriter & show-runner for series like 'Family Guy', 'The Simpsons' and 'King of the Hill'. Got a question? Email us at [email protected]…

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Brian Austin Green's second Act 1:01:27

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David Silver is 52?! Yes, and we're all the better for it. This week, S.E. taps into the ultimate nostalgia interview with Brian Austin Green — the youngest star of the 90s teen drama, 90210 — only to experience one of the wisest, most thoughtful, life-lesson-filled conversations she's had on Off the Cupp. Brian and S.E. talk about 90210, of course…

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Rick Springfield on 'Working Class Dog', General Hospital, and Touring In the Vietnam War 1:07:04

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Don't Talk To Strangers but you can definitely talk to us on the latest episode of 'Stories To Tell' with Two Dicks! Got a question? Email us at [email protected]

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Judy Gold: ‘There's no funny without the truth’ 58:28

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This week on the pod, comedian, actress all around talent, Judy Gold! The comedian talks about the struggle to be funny in this moment, the Trump Effect on comedy and the intrinsic elements of humor — vulnerability and truth — that are so unfortunately lacking right now but in this political regime in particular. Judy shares what she was like as a …

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MOTHICA on Sobriety, TikTok Virality, 'Kissing Death' and Being In the Moment For Her Live Shows 1:15:54

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This week, Richard is joined by one of his favorite contemporary songwriters—the incredible alternative pop artist MOTHICA Catch MOTHICA on tour: https://www.mothica.com/tour Stream 'Kissing Death': https://found.ee/RrRdUk Follow MOTHICA on socials: https://linktr.ee/mothica Got a question? Email us at [email protected]…

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S.E.’s Talkin’ Coffee … and controversial opinions 49:43

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It’s all the news that’s fit to sip! This episode of Talkin’ Coffee includes advice from baristas on how to brew the best cup, surprising coffee-related White Lotus tie-ins, a little bit of bad news, and some pretty controversial opinions on the best coffee cities. Oh, and we hear from listeners! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Johnathon Schaech on shame and courage 48:22

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This week, S.E. sits down with actor and screenwriter Johnathon Schaech! S.E. digs into the transcendent appeal of his 1996 comedy/musical That Thing You Do and Johnathon's misrepresented character, James. They talk about the movie's ever-growing fan base, his musical talents, and his friendship with Tom Hanks. S.E. and Johnathon also go back to hi…