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Alison Rosen
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!) Support the show on Patreon. Sign up for a year and get two months free. Patreon.com/alisonrosen
Alison Answers Your Questions
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 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 Care.com. Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:12:3412/03/2018
Fair Warnings, Alison's Airbag Anxiety, Jordan's Mean Dentist
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 need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by True Religion (enter code ROSEN), Molekule (enter code BFF), MyBlu (enter ROSEN at checkout). Try Havenly TODAY by visiting Havenly.com/ALISON and get twenty-five percent off your design package. Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:35:3108/03/2018
Stephanie Wittels Wachs
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 hearing aids and cochlear implants 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 [powerpress] Download the episode from iTunes. You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Beachbody on Demand (text ALISON to 303030). Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:34:3605/03/2018
Alison's Wicker Basket, Alie's NoPoo, The Semiotics of Emma Gonzalez
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 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 eHarmony (enter ROSEN at checkout), Beachbody on Demand (text ALISON to 303030) and Hello Fresh (enter promo code BESTFRIEND30). Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:43:5801/03/2018
John Roderick and Benjamin Harrison
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 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! This show is brought to you by Hello Fresh (enter promo code BESTFRIEND30). Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:43:5226/02/2018
Circus Circus, Alie's Quiz, The Silverlake Roasters
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 talk and a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Plus some dogs that Alie rescued that are available for adoption! 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 Brooklinen (promo code ROSEN), tripping.com/bestfriend and rxbar.com/bff. Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:36:0722/02/2018
Jason and Randy Sklar
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 do Poop Talk 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 [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
01:26:4519/02/2018
Alie Ward's Drone Reunion, Daniel's Wine Pint, It's Alison's Show
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 You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Havenly, Audible, Quip and Beachbody On Demand (text ALISON to 505050). Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:38:0215/02/2018
Phil Rosenthal Returns
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. 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 Hubble. Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:22:1912/02/2018
Alison's Mean Segue, Wendy's Grudge, Philly Sports Chants
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 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 Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Care.com, Casper (use promo code BFF) and Proflowers (enter code ALISONROSEN at checkout). Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:31:3608/02/2018
Ray Oldhafer
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
01:30:1605/02/2018
House Hunting, Curly Hair Probs, Daniel's Apology
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 probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by eHarmony (enter ROSEN at checkout), Tripping.com and Proflowers (enter ALISONROSEN at checkout). Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:54:5801/02/2018
Jess Rona
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] 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
01:30:0229/01/2018
Event Anxiety, Celeb Snubs, Lizzie's Crime Spree
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 ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Beachbody on Demand (Text ALISON to 303030) and Quip. Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:42:4325/01/2018
Janeane Garofalo and Matt Nathanson (Live from Sketchfest!)
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
01:42:5322/01/2018
Sketchfest Recap, Jeff's Hair Routine, Wendy's Afterlife Plans
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 from iTunes. You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Care/Of. Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:37:3718/01/2018
Natalie Coughlin
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 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
01:24:1015/01/2018
Low Cal Baby Sunscreen, Sleep Disorders, Cosmic Vertigo
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 Beignet. 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 Care.com and Tripping.com. Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:43:4711/01/2018
Kurt Braunohler & Lauren Cook
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 round of Just Me Or Everyone. 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
01:27:4308/01/2018
Demi's Semis, Dave's Falcons, Alison's New Year's Teeth
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 by Quip, Molekule (enter code BFF) and eHarmony (enter ROSEN at checkout). Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:42:3104/01/2018
Jake Weisman
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 to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Beachbody On Demand (text ALISON to 303030). Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:38:4801/01/2018
Mike Lawrence, Hutch Harris, Rachel Ratner Live from Bumbershoot
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
57:1728/12/2017
Tiffany Haddish (orig air date 4/24/16)
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. 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 particulars that make her story so powerful. And yet throughout, she’s joking and positive. In addition, we talked about the importance of trusting your first mind, when she was misquoted by TMZ, auditioning for SNL, the help she received from Kevin Hart, arguing with Dane Cook, Six Flags abortions, eating rat meat, peach jello, audition makeup 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 Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:31:5725/12/2017
Lizard People Probing Alison, Beth and David's Street Team, A Defense of Keanu
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 a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by RX Bar (enter BFF at checkout) and Mrs. Fields (click on microphone and enter code BEST FRIEND). Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:46:1521/12/2017
Kristen Carney
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 to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:23:3918/12/2017
Alison's Beach Saga, Wendy's Panic Sweats, Daniel's Jams
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 Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Penny Lane. 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 Tree Hut (promo code BFF) Harry's, and Brooklinen (use promo code ALISON). Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:36:4214/12/2017
Search Party's Sarah-Violet Bliss and Charles Rogers
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 Early and Meredith Hagner, moving a cactus, Fort Tilden 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 Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Whistle (use code ALISON), Casper (use promo code BFF) and Blue Apron. Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:40:1111/12/2017
Garbage Fish, Alison's Mrs. Maisel Beef, Alie Ward's Four O'Clock Salad
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 Storyworth, Honey, Quip and Tommy John. Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:51:1307/12/2017
Rob Huebel
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 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 Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Omaha Steaks (enter ROSEN in search bar), Brooklinen (use promo code ALISON) and Blue Apron. Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:42:4904/12/2017
Dave's Dives, Dan's Vans and Special Guest Demi Adejuyigbe
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 dog named Bob. And see Alison at SF Sketchfest! 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 Omaha Steaks (enter code ROSEN in search bar), FabFitFun (use promo code ROSEN), eHarmony (enter ROSEN at checkout), Harry's and Whistle (use code ALISON). Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:48:4130/11/2017
John Early
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 probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Brooklinen (use promo code ALISON) and Icon Undies (use code BFF). Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:12:4327/11/2017
Jordan's Parisian Nudity, Alison's Cough and Happy Thanksgiving!
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 Harvest (enter promo code ALISON), Just Fab and Mrs. Fields(enter code BESTFRIEND). Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:22:1823/11/2017
A.J. Jacobs Returns
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 took 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 Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Omaha Steaks (enter ROSEN in the search bar) and Blue Apron.
01:05:3320/11/2017
Alison's Bathroom Buddy, Alie's Eyebrow Prank, Daniel's Lifehack
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 ringtone! This show is brought to you by Brooklinen (use promo code ALISON), Honey, Whistle (use code ALISON at checkout) and Tommy John.
01:46:5716/11/2017
Karina Longworth
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, Hollywood scandals, guilty pleasure movies 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 Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Icon Undies (use code BFF) and Omaha Steaks (enter ROSEN in search bar on home page.) Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:12:1913/11/2017
Wendy's Fave Movie, David's Deer Blinds, Alison's Dipping Dots
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 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 Omaha Steaks (enter ROSEN in search bar), Hubble and FabFitFun (use promo code ROSEN).
01:39:0009/11/2017
Lisa Lillien aka Hungry Girl Returns
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 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 Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone!
01:15:0406/11/2017
Daniel's Smurf Collection, Alison's Versed Monologues, Alie Ward's Avuncular Halloween
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 probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Just Fab, Blue Apron and Daily Harvest (enter promo code ALISON.)
01:38:5902/11/2017
Graham Elwood and Chris Mancini (Comedy Film Nerds)
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 other podcast festivals, competition between festivals and so much more. Plus 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 ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Beachbody on Demand (Text ALISON to 303030).
01:07:5230/10/2017
Alison's Audiobook, Daniel's Riddles, David's Flash Mob
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 to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by RXBar.com (enter code BFF at checkout), Icon Undies (use code BFF) and Whistle (use code ALISON).
01:38:3326/10/2017
Lacey Newman (Las Vegas Shooting Survivor)
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 trauma to get the help they need and more. Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen
01:33:4423/10/2017
Epiphany Judges, Clothing Appraisers, Hot Butt Magazine
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 You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt! and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Le Tote (enter code ROSEN at checkout), FilterEasy (enter promo code ROSEN) and Tommy John.
01:35:5919/10/2017
Alie Ward
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, a strand of hair called Kevin, premature ovarian failure, podcast equipment, her goth phase and more. We also took questions from listeners 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! This show is brought to you by Brooklinen (use promo code ALISON).
01:43:3516/10/2017
John Henson, Jordan Morris, David Huntsberger (Live from Podfest)
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 and Casper (use promo code BFF). Also: Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:22:1612/10/2017
Christina P
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 Christina P: Mother Inferior. Plus 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 ARIYNBF Legacy Shirt and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Icon Undies (use code BFF), Just Fab and Blue Apron.
59:2009/10/2017
Couch Holes, Cool Thoughts, Airbnb "Amenities" (with Robin Shorr and David Huntsberger)
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. 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 Care.com and Beachbody On Demand (text ALISON to 303030).
01:41:0005/10/2017
Bald Bryan
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 favorite drops. Plus we answered listener 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!
01:52:1302/10/2017
Fake Tears, Annie's Dolphins, Trifling with the Wrong David
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 video, Just Me Or Everyone and an adoptable dog named Molly. 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 Brooklinen (use promo code ALISON), Filter Easy (use code ROSEN) and ABC's American Housewife.
01:37:0128/09/2017
Wheeler Walker, Jr.
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://patreon.com/alisonrosen You probably need to buy a new ARIYNBF LEGACY SHIRT and the HGFY ringtone! This show is brought to you by Icon (use code BFF) and ABC's American Housewife. Also: Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:24:1025/09/2017
Insults Involving Salad Dressing, David's Intruder, The Trail of Robin
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; dermatology slang; crack smoking; sunscreen and more. And Just Me Or Everyone, iTunes Comment of the Week and an adoptable dog named Buddy. 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 Noom. (Visit Noom.com/BESTFRIEND to start your two week free trial and get up to half-off your subscription) and ABC's American Housewife. Also: Try Amazon Prime Free 30 Day Trial
01:43:4121/09/2017