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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
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Dalton Ross

Dalton Ross

Dalton Ross, Executive-Editor-at-Large for Entertainment Weekly (and old friend of mine) joins the show to talk about fighting Oscar De La Hoya for a story, how he and I met, playing the long game to get on my show, the frog he bought his son that's still alive, empty nest syndrome, meeting his iconic wife (Christina Kelly of Sassy fame), how competition reality shows are filmed, Survivor, Temptation Island, growing up in the DC hardcore scene, starting a zine and so much more. We also did around of Just Me Or Everyone and Hey Go F*ck Yourself! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This show is brought to you by: BOMBAS: http://Bombas.com/BESTFRIEND (to save 20%) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:33:4710/01/2022
Robin's Hallmark Movie, Jordan's Goth Vampire Giantess, Podcast Bosses

Robin's Hallmark Movie, Jordan's Goth Vampire Giantess, Podcast Bosses

It's our first show recorded in 2022! Robin Shorr is here and she once starred in a Hallmark movie with Steve Gutenberg! Also she was passionate about salad in a Golden Corral commercial. Jordan Morris puts down the video game controller long enough to join us. Thanks to him now we know about Lady Dimitrescu and goth vampire giantesses. And we also talk about Sweet James and James Lipton. And more including cool seventh grade girl languages, Yellow Jackets, the SATC reboot, Amish people and more! Plus Chef Jeff is filling in for Tony! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: BYJU's FUTURE SCHOOL: http://byjus.com/us IMPERFECT FOODS: http://imperfectfoods.com (use promo code Alison for 20% off your first 4 orders) BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:26:4706/01/2022
Daniel and Alison (Your Calls and Daniel's Announcement)

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

Happy New Year! We listen to the rest of your voicemails and take an important two part call from Wendy Molyneux regarding Tony's nickname. Daniel shares his feelings about the song "Santa Baby" which leads to some stylings from DQ. Is this the Quantz method for holiday songs? Plus an announcement from Daniel and more. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
32:2103/01/2022
Dave Grohl's Train Podcast, Wendy's Garfield NFT, Happy New Year!

Dave Grohl's Train Podcast, Wendy's Garfield NFT, Happy New Year!

Happy almost New Year's Eve! Wendy Molyneux, Dave Huntsberger, Tony and Daniel join me plus special appearances by Dave Grohl, Wendy's son and more! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: FAHERTY: http://fahertybrand.com (use code bestfriend for 20% off) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
47:1330/12/2021
Daniel and Alison (Your Calls Plus Greg Heller!)

Daniel and Alison (Your Calls Plus Greg Heller!)

After a discussion of the way sickness (but not THAT sickness) has tried to ruin our Christmas spirit we share some deleted tweets, listen to your calls about resolutions and discuss the phenomenon of Julia Allison. Plus Greg calls in from inside a musical toy factory and we share our own resolutions. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
59:5927/12/2021
Wendy's Zoo Tube, Tony's Cross-Country Trip, Merry Xmas

Wendy's Zoo Tube, Tony's Cross-Country Trip, Merry Xmas

Wendy Molyneux is here and she's planned a horror-movie style gift for each of us. I'll be trapped in a tube! Daniel is getting sicker by the second and Tony has driven across the country with his beefy son Bentley. Dave is educating us about feathers and Daniel and I almost went out to eat. Almost! Merry Christmas! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This show is brought to you by: HELLO FRESH: http://hellofresh.com/alison14 (use code alison14 for up to 14 free meals and 3 free gifts) BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:00:3823/12/2021
Lizz Winstead

Lizz Winstead

Comic, writer, and activist Lizz Winstead (host of Feminist Buzzkills, co-creator of The Daily Show) returns to the show to talk about Abortion Access Front, fake clinics, growing up in a religious conservative house, what's happening with Roe and why the recent Mississipi ruling is important, incels, working as a clinic escort, why this cause is so important to her, creating the Daily Show, her new pup, living with Dana Gould, Robin Williams and more. We also took your questions and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:25:2820/12/2021
Jenna's Pan Flute, Al's 7 Monitors, Alison's Trash Rules

Jenna's Pan Flute, Al's 7 Monitors, Alison's Trash Rules

Do you have rules about what kind of stuff gets thrown in the bathroom trash can? I didn't realize I did until recently. Jenna and Al are here and guess who plays the pan flute? Honestly, both of them. Johnny and Jenna Pan. And Al has so, so many monitors. Also I need everyone's opinions about some situations that have come up where Daniel and I disagree. Plus some fruit and yogurt talk, iTunes Comments of the Week and more! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] Download the episode from iTunes. This episode it brought to you by: SWITCHCRAFT: download Switchcraft for free MASTERCLASS: http://masterclass.com/bestfriend (give one annual membership, get one free!) STANCE: http://stance.com (promo code Alison for 15% off) BEV: http://drinkbev.com/bestfriend (use code best friend for 20% off your first purchase and free shipping) OLIVE & JUNE: http://oliveandjune.com/bestfriend (code bestfriend for 20% off your first mani system) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/  
01:32:3516/12/2021
Alie Ward is Back!

Alie Ward is Back!

Writer, host, science correspondent and artist Alie Ward is the host of the incredibly popular science podcast Ologies. She's also a correspondent on Innovation Nation, the science friend on Netflix's Brainchild, and a consultant on Ada Twist, Scientist. We talked about her wedding to "cookie dough guy," boosters, coupons, the vacuum I bought because of her recommendation, hair dryers, the perfect dog she almost gave back, middle parts, skinny jeans, mental health, wedding advice, cockroaches, embarrassment and so much more. We also took your questions. Alie's Previous Appearances: 2017: https://www.alisonrosen.com/2017/10/alie-ward/ 2019: http://alisonrosen.com/2019/12/alie-ward-has-a-cold/ Feb 2021: https://youtu.be/kNhKAoKRr1M Thursday Shows: https://www.alisonrosen.com/?s=alie+ward&submit=Search Patreon Bonus Episode with Alie: https://www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-bonus-17768506 Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/ This show is brought to you by: BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) SKYLIGHT FRAME http://skylightframe.com (use code ALISON for $10 off) STANCE: http://stance.com (use promo code Alison for 15% off when you register for an account) PILL CLUB: http://thepillclub.com/alison APOSTROPHE: http://apostrophe.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend for $15 off) RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend
01:43:2913/12/2021
Are We Dumber Than A Fifth Grader, Betsy's Fruits, Ben's Constitution Quiz

Are We Dumber Than A Fifth Grader, Betsy's Fruits, Ben's Constitution Quiz

Betsy Sodaro is back to remind us once again that she doesn't have a lot of use for fruit. Despite this, we still do a rousing rendition of Yes Please or Or Puhleeze: Strawberries. Ben Sheehan who's written two books about the constitution is here with a quiz originally written for 8-12 year olds. Plus Tony refuses to talk to Alison. Plus Just Me Or Everyone and more! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] Download the episode from iTunes. This episode is brought to you by: LITTLE PASSPORTS: http://littlepassports.com (use promo code Alison for 20% off) STANCE: http://stance.com (promo code Alison for 15% off) ROTHYS: http://rothys.com/alison (for $20 off) BYJU's FUTURE SCHOOL: http://byjus.com/us EMBARK: http://embarkvet.com (use promo code bestfriend to save $64 today) FAHERTY: http://fahertybrand.com (use code bestfriend for 20% off) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:34:3009/12/2021
Connor Franta

Connor Franta

Author, Youtuber, entrepreneur and artist Connor Franta joins the show to talk about House Fires, the third in a trilogy of New York Times bestselling books, managing anxiety, running, shower routines, his relationship with his parents, feeling like a bowling ball tossed into an alternate lane, playing sports, leaving college, coming out, O2L (Our 2nd Life), leaving O2L, depression, being recognized, writing and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: APOSTROPHE: http://apostrophe.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend for $15 off) BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) SKYLIGHT FRAME: http://skylightframe.com (enter code alison for $10 off) STORYWORTH: http://storyworth.com/bestfriend (for $10 off)  STANCE: http://stance.com (use promo code Alison for 15% off when you register for an account) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:28:0106/12/2021
Alison's Worst Job Interview, Daniel's Canceled Pies, Jordan's Tight Stylie 'Do

Alison's Worst Job Interview, Daniel's Canceled Pies, Jordan's Tight Stylie 'Do

This one is loose and crazy. I share the story of a posture-doomed job interview, Daniel has some harsh words for a certain pie, Jordan Morris has a new look and Robin Shorr tells us about her recent getaway. Plus a lengthy discussion of proper shower etiquette, Just One of The Guys, notable alumni, Stephen Sondheim's sex dungeon and more. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] Download the episode from iTunes. This episode is brought to you by: RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend BEV: http://drinkbev.com/bestfriend (use code best friend for 20% off your first purchase and free shipping) REAL HOUSEWIVES ULTIMATE GIRLS TRIP: http://peacocktv.com BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) STANCE: http://stance.com 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:42:5902/12/2021
Danielle Koenig

Danielle Koenig

Writer and podcast host Danielle Koenig stops by the show to talk about whether she knows bad boy Tony Thaxton or not, her new podcast How To Survive, being an "unattractive" child in Hollywood, growing up in a showbiz family, the natural and unnatural disasters that her new podcast covers, writing comedy for TV, how she met her husband Jimmy Pardo, thinking she was going to be giving birth to a girl, self-loathing, Life Goes On and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: MANSCAPED: http://manscaped.com/bestfriend (for 20% off) SKYLIGHT FRAME http://skylightframe.com (use code ALISON for $10 off) RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend REAL HOUSEWIVES ULTIMATE GIRLS TRIP: http://peacocktv.com 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:44:4429/11/2021
Renee's Berry Farm, Ken's Maledictorian, Happy Thanksgiving!

Renee's Berry Farm, Ken's Maledictorian, Happy Thanksgiving!

Daniel was salutatorian in high school but didn't give a speech. Also the valedictorian didn't give a speech or even attend the graduation because his high school was, as we find out, cruel. Ken Reid wanted his high school to have a maledictorian. Renee Colvert went to Knott's Merry Farm and saw a show which raises some questions about the rapture. I don't like haunted houses. Tony might be the headliner tonight, but I doubt it. Also, a laser went up Ken's pee hole! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen   Download the episode from iTunes. This episode is brought to you by: REAL HOUSEWIVES ULTIMATE GIRLS TRIP: http://peacocktv.com APOSTROPHE: http://apostrophe.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend for $15 off) THE PILL CLUB: http://thepillclub.com/alison  BETTERHELP: http://betterhelp.com/bestfriend (get 10 percent off first month with code bestfriend) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:34:0425/11/2021
Carlye Wisel

Carlye Wisel

Theme park journalist and host of Very Amusing, Carlye Wisel (Travel and Leisure, Vanity Fair, The New York Times) joins the show to talk about an alternate reality where she's driving a weiner mobile, her sponcon past, having toggled between writing and working in the music industry, putting on a likely illegal show in Austin, accessing joy, nachos, journalism, rickety coasters, Phish and so much more. She also answered your questions and we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen [powerpress] Download the episode from iTunes. This episode is brought to you by: RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend SKYLIGHT FRAME: http://skylightframe.com (enter code alison for $10 off) REAL HOUSEWIVES ULTIMATE GIRLS TRIP: http://peacocktv.com 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:47:4122/11/2021
Sarah Baker's Chainsaws, Wendy Molyneux's Hugh Grant Manifestation, Alison's Minor Surgery

Sarah Baker's Chainsaws, Wendy Molyneux's Hugh Grant Manifestation, Alison's Minor Surgery

Wendy Molyneux is here but she isn't wearing her traditional ghillie suit, to Daniel's chagrin. Sarah Baker is here with her chainsaws and fun facts. Both Wendy and Sarah have medical stories to share which prompts me to talk about my recent very minor procedure even though I am tempted not to talk about it. But the people demand to know the status of my Versed experience. Plus crazy coincidences involving Wendy manifesting Hugh Grant. Plus Covid scares, pastrami, Nicole Kidman, David Faustino and Meryl Streep's forgotten gem and so much more including Just Me Or Everyone. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: MASTERCLASS: http://masterclass.com/bestfriend (give one annual membership, get one free!) FEALS: http://feals.com/alison (become a member and get 50% off and free shipping) ULTIMATE GIRLS TRIP: http://peacocktv.com  LITTLE PASSPORTS: http://littlepassports.com (use promo code Alison for 20% off) STANCE: http://stance.com     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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:39:0218/11/2021
Jodie Sweetin

Jodie Sweetin

Actor, author, podcast host and mom Jodie Sweetin (Full House, Fuller House, Never Thought I'd Say This) joins the show to talk about her upcoming late night debut, hosting Your Late Night Show Tonight on Nov 19, returning to acting after years as a "regular person," talking publicly about recovery while still using and the scene in her memoir where she realizes she's truly done, being adaptable, motherhood, teen daughters giving her rules for picking them up at the mall, directing, Hallmark movies, xmas versus Thanksgiving decorations and so much more. We also answered your questions and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and HGFY.   Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This show is brought to you by: EMBARK: http://embarkvet.com (save $64 with promo code bestfriend) SWITCHCRAFT: download Switchcraft for free PEACOCK: http://peacocktv.com to sign up BETTERHELP: http://betterhelp.com/bestfriend 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:25:0115/11/2021
Dave Theune's Punk Festival, Jackie's Skincare Tips for Straights, Alison's Announcements

Dave Theune's Punk Festival, Jackie's Skincare Tips for Straights, Alison's Announcements

Dave Theune is here for the first time! Jackie Johnson is back and she gives us an office tour. I have a couple announcements to make and Daniel wants to know if Skidmark is a real band. Plus nutritional yeast, Succession, Dave's selfless fun facts, some skincare tips for straight dudes and more. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: FAHERTY: http://faherty.com (use promo code BFF for 20% off) OLIVE & JUNE: http://oliveandjune.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend for 20% off) RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend BEV: http://drinkbev.com/bestfriend for 20% off 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:31:4811/11/2021
Bobcat Goldthwait Is Back!

Bobcat Goldthwait Is Back!

Comic, writer and director Bobcat Goldthwait is back to talk about Joy Ride, the documentary following him and his now friend, former frenemy Dana Gould as they perform together across the U.S. We talk about his recent comments about cancel culture going viral, the occasional choice to weigh in on issues, whether he gets a thrill from "gutting a room" (he says he does not), trying to destroy his career, apologizing to Kevin Connolly at a gun range, the real reason he went after Seinfeld, chopping wood, moving to Illinois, head trauma following his and Dana's car accident, karaoke, grief, scuba diving and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and answered your questions. Past Appearances: 2015 https://www.alisonrosen.com/2015/08/bobcat-goldthwait-returns/ 2012: https://www.alisonrosen.com/2012/07/ariynbf-123-with-bobcat-goldthwait-part-1/ https://www.alisonrosen.com/2012/07/part-2-of-ariynbf-123-with-bobcat-goldthwait/   Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: SKYLIGHT FRAME http://skylightframe.com (use code ALISON for $10 off) BETTER HELP:  http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off)  ROTHYS: http://rothys.com/alison (for $20 off first purchase) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:33:2908/11/2021
Greg Heller's Candy Question, Daniel's Shower Placard, Al's Rules

Greg Heller's Candy Question, Daniel's Shower Placard, Al's Rules

Greg, Jenna, Al, Jeff, Daniel, and Tony ALL ON ONE EPISODE? It's less chaotic and more heartwarming than it sounds. Greg has some questions about who is responsible for making sure children don't take fist fulls of Halloween candy (the parents or the candy giver) and I want to get to the bottom of Krackel. Jenna has some Butterfinger thoughts and I need advice. Greg's kid is barfing which reminds me of the time I came down with hand, foot and mouth in high school after visiting a contaminated beach. And Daniel roasts me with a truly creative shower joke. Plus so much more including Just Me Or Everyone, Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, the Burbank Witch and more. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: APOSTROPHE: http://apostrophe.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend to save $15) STORYWORTH: http://storyworth.com/bestfriend (save $10 on your first purchase) PILL CLUB: http://thepillclub.com/alison 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:31:2904/11/2021
John Moe

John Moe

Public radio personality, podcaster and author John Moe (Wits, Hilarious World of Depression, The Depresh Mode), joins the show to discuss his decision to talk openly about mental health, shifting from a public radio voice to his own voice and how it coincided with success, battling depression, Gen X's fear of being vaporized in an inevitable nuclear war, his childhood, his father's alcoholism, losing his brother to suicide in 2007, hating Don Henley, OCD, forgetting what he felt shame about more. We also took your questions, and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone and Hey Go F*ck Yourself. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:47:4901/11/2021
Wendy Molyneux's Affair, Dave Huntsberger's Gorilla, Two Kisses for Daddy

Wendy Molyneux's Affair, Dave Huntsberger's Gorilla, Two Kisses for Daddy

Wendy Molyneux and Dave Huntsberger are here for a special spooky episode where we learn Wendy has been cavorting with a certain husband of mine but she has her reasons! Also I take compliments very, very well and we discuss what that even means. We revisit the shuffling debacle and Dave enlightens us about shoeing horses. Plus a gorilla challenge and a round of Just Me Or Everyone! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode if brought to you by: APOSTROPHE:  http://apostrophe.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend for $15 off) SWITCHCRAFT: Download Switchcraft for free and unlock the magical mystery 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:26:3128/10/2021
Greg Heller Is Back!

Greg Heller Is Back!

Producer and writer Greg Heller returns to tell me about the podcast he claims is going to crush mine. He's been saying this for months now and sending me gifs of cans getting crushed. It's called Close to Death and debuts Oct 27. Greg hosts the first and last episodes of the six episode series, each of which explores an aspect of death. We talk about writing his own obituary with the help of a famed obit writer who didn't exactly love Greg, staging his own funeral with a death doula, parenthood, losing his dongle, hacky jokes, tentacle pr0n, finding a dead body on the beach when he was a kid, lobsters, things that annoy him, cooking, feeling desensitized to death, show running and so much more. We also took your questions and did a round of Hey Go Fuck Yourself. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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: BETTER HELP:  http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:45:1925/10/2021
Nick Wiger's Jogging Emergency, Gabrus's Camping Trip, Alison's Step Count

Nick Wiger's Jogging Emergency, Gabrus's Camping Trip, Alison's Step Count

Nick Wiger (Doughboys) is back! Jon Gabrus makes his debut! Alison reveals something about a certain interaction she and Daniel keep having and a detailed script she gave to Daniel for future instances and she KNOWS this makes her look bad. Gabrus went camping and was left with one gigantic shoe. Wiger is finding vegetarianism to have some disappointing side effects. Plus pumpkin patches, step counts, reality shows, camporees, jamborees and more. And we did a round of Just Me Or Everyone! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: BETTER HELP:  http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) BEV: http://drinkbev.com/bestfriend (use code best friend for 20% off your first purchase and free shipping) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:42:1321/10/2021
Pete Holmes is Back!

Pete Holmes is Back!

Comedian, actor, writer and podcast host Pete Holmes (You Made It Weird, HBO's Crashing) is back to talk about what he wore on his very first Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend appearance, fatherhood, the many Petes, killing his ego, why Bo Burnham is like Van Gogh, spirituality, knowing the names of people on set, leaving social media, his thoughts on my social media addiction, psychedelics, repairing his relationship with his parents, Byron Katie's books and so much more. We also answered your questions and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Past Appearances: 2012: https://www.alisonrosen.com/2012/02/this-is-where-ariynbf-101-with-pete-holmes-will-be/ 2012 (live show): https://www.alisonrosen.com/2012/08/ariynbf-128-with-pete-holmes-and-michael-rosas-live-from-nerdmelt/ 2014: https://www.alisonrosen.com/2014/01/ariynbf-245-pete-holmes-returns/ 2017: https://www.alisonrosen.com/2017/02/pete-holmes-4/   Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This show is brought to you by: RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:46:3918/10/2021
Alison's Chicken Twirling, Dave Dameshek's Jump Humping, Robin Shorr's Just Fixin's

Alison's Chicken Twirling, Dave Dameshek's Jump Humping, Robin Shorr's Just Fixin's

Dave Dameshek and Robin Shorr are here! Dameshek's been altruistically cutting his own hair while Robin went on a double date that didn't really go well. Tony's been watching Squid Game along with Dave's 12 year old son and I want to know if soaking and jump humping are real. We also get into a discussion of Hanukkah and Jewish holidays in general including one that involves twirling a chicken or money. Plus Val Kilmer, jangly music, the Sheky Awards, and fighting with ding dongs on Instagram. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: OLIVE & JUNE: http://oliveandjune.com/bestfriend (code bestfriend for 20% off your first mani system) RAYCON: http://buyraycon.com/bestfriend (for 15% off) BETTER HELP: BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) APOSTROPHE: http://apostrophe.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend for $15 off) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:29:5314/10/2021
Allie Mac Kay Returns

Allie Mac Kay Returns

Radio and TV personality and podcast host Allie Mac Kay (KROQ's Kevin & Bean, KTLA) returns to the show to talk about A Cup of Tea and a Chat with Allie and Bean, moving to Maine, buying a house sight unseen, feeling dumb, perms, Annie, hair texture in general, Jimmy Pardo, Jensen Karp, things that are scary and more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Past Appearance (2018) https://www.alisonrosen.com/2018/07/allie-mac-kay-doesnt-care-what-you-think-anymore/ Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: SKYLIGHT: http://skylightframe.com (use code ALISON for $10 off) BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) FEALS: http://feals.com/bestfriend (50% off first order and free shipping) RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend   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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:30:5411/10/2021
 Tim Kalpakis's Sitting Desk, Jackie Johnson's Insomnia, Is Squid Game Scary?

Tim Kalpakis's Sitting Desk, Jackie Johnson's Insomnia, Is Squid Game Scary?

Tim Kalpakis has switched from a standing desk to sitting desk and he gets the hype. Jackie is decorating her new office and has a fancy Herman Miller chair. The whole episode isn't about chairs though. It's also about tik tok, Jackie's cool new wearable tech ring, insomnia, Squid Game, Theta waves, happy endings at massage parlors and more! We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: STORYWORTH: http://storyworth.com/bestfriend for $10 off EMBARK: http://embarkvet.com (use promo code bestfriend to save $50 today) GAINFUL:  http://gainful.com/bestfriend (for $20 off your personalized protein) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:27:4807/10/2021
Doree Shafrir

Doree Shafrir

Writer and podcast host Doree Shafrir (Forever 35, Matt and Doree's Eggcellent Adventure) returns to the show to talk about her first memoir: Thanks for Waiting: The Joy (& Weirdness) of Being a Late Bloomer. We talk about writing the memoir versus writing her novel Startup, growing disillusioned with journalism, switching her career focus from journalism to podcasting, missing New York, motherhood, infertility, Tik Tok, pandemic burnout, her shows, control and so much more. We also took your questions and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Past Appearances: 2017 (with Matt Mira): https://www.alisonrosen.com/2017/05/matt-mira-and-doree-shafrir/ 2018 (with Kate Spencer): https://www.alisonrosen.com/2018/09/kate-spencer-and-doree-shafrir-of-forever-35-were-raised-by-teen-magazines/   Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen This show is brought to you by: BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) ROTHYS: http://rothys.com/alison (for $20 off your first purchase) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/  
01:19:2504/10/2021
Dave Huntsberger's Nuppy, Sara Schaefer's HaHa Hole, Chef Jeff's Gum

Dave Huntsberger's Nuppy, Sara Schaefer's HaHa Hole, Chef Jeff's Gum

Dave Huntsberger is here, fresh from dealing with madness in the mountains! Sara Schaefer is also here and she just hosted a very tiny comedy night in her miniature comedy club. Once again I endeavor to figure out what kind of scat I'm finding around the studio and Daniel once nearly got in a fight over loogies. Chef Jeff is here with a JMOE that has the potential to make Sara rock back and forth. And a story about a fiddler crab! And we do our new segment: Do You Remember This Dude? Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: APOSTROPHE: http://apostrophe.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend for $15 off) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:31:3230/09/2021
Niccole Thurman

Niccole Thurman

Actor, writer, comic and podcast host Niccole Thurman (Jellystone, The Opposition with Jordan Klepper, The Scroll Down) joins the show to talk about her escape to New York, where she feels happiest, impersonating a conservative, growing up biracial in Kansas and then Chicago, google habits, spicy takes, creating The Scroll Down, Canadian comedy and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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: POSHMARK: download the app and use invite code newbestfriend10 for $10 off your first purchase PURPLE: http://purple.com/bestfriend10 (use promo code bestfriend10 for 10% off any order of $200 or more) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:24:1827/09/2021
Mary Lynn's Jetsetting, Dave's Jetta-Setting, Do You Remember This Dude?

Mary Lynn's Jetsetting, Dave's Jetta-Setting, Do You Remember This Dude?

International superstar and my real life friend Mary Lynn Rajskub makes her Thursday show debut and Dave Huntsberger is quick to point out that he is also my friend and yet I just glossed right over that. Daniel and I are hot to talk about LuLaRich—the documentary about MLM LuLaRoe—and we all share our own experiences with multi level marketing companies. Mary Lynn's neighbor rides a one wheel. Could there be a love connection? Plus tracing old possessions, writing on money, dog farts again, iTunes Comments of the Week, Just Me Or Everyone and a new segment: Do You Remember This Dude? Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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 episode if brought to you by: AWAY: http://awaytravel.com/alison VIVINO: http://vivino.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend to save 20% on your first order of up to $200) GAINFUL: http://gainful.com/bestfriend (for $20 off your personalized protein) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:32:1523/09/2021
June Diane Raphael

June Diane Raphael

Actor, author, podcast host June Diane Raphael (Grace & Frankie, How Did This Get Made?, The Deep Dive) joins the show to talk about paranormal smells, learning to feel at home in her body, hair, adolescence, allergies, her "inner shit-kicker," making time for female friendships, Filene's Basement and Strawberry and so much more. Plus Just Me Or Everyone! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:05:1620/09/2021
Paul Rust's Travel Mugs, Michael Cassady's Dad's Photo, A Word Pronunciation Quiz

Paul Rust's Travel Mugs, Michael Cassady's Dad's Photo, A Word Pronunciation Quiz

Paul Rust and Michael Cassady are back! Michael's broken into a new home with a different camera angle. Paul has some stuff to say about the Spice Girls. Also we break down how to work your way up from lowly passenger to pilot in one transatlantic flight. Tony didn't have to go through the formal steps because he's famous. We also talk about commuter mugs, broken glass, my interview with Emily Oster, The Eyes of Tammy Faye, words with regional pronunciations, caramel, the one where Monica words a turkey on her head and so much more.   Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: POSHMARK: use invite code newbestfriend10 for $10 off when you sign up EMBARK: http://embarkvet.com (use promo code bestfriend to save $50 today), APOSTROPHE: http://apostrophe.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend for $15 off) OLIVE & JUNE: http://oliveandjune.com/bestfriend (code bestfriend for 20% off your first mani system) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:29:5716/09/2021
Daniel and Alison (Your Calls and Daniel's Texas Rant)

Daniel and Alison (Your Calls and Daniel's Texas Rant)

Daniel has some harsh words for Texas and he won't back down. He also has harsh words for Alison who can barely hack attending preschool for three hours in the sun with Owen. Has Alison become even more accustomed to inactivity? A caller moved from California to Texas and feels it's a big mistake. Another caller is moving to Canada. Alison thinks all moves are a little traumatic and Daniel disagrees which is so Daniel. Another caller claims to be Tony Thaxton but he sounds more like Greg Heller. Plus some TV Talk, Alison's genius wearable/disposable tech idea and more. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: RAYCON: http://buyraycon.com/bestfriend (for 15% off) BETTERHELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:10:1413/09/2021
Ken Reid's Fancy Ear Piece, Robin Shorr's Picnic Chic, Canadian Desserts

Ken Reid's Fancy Ear Piece, Robin Shorr's Picnic Chic, Canadian Desserts

Something is different about Tony and he wants us to guess. And guess we do! Ken Reid is here and he's stepped up his ear piece game. Robin Shorr makes her long awaited return from across the country where she's just crashed a wedding. I tell a really vague story and also once again I make everyone discuss whether I should move to Rhode Island. Plus Canadian desserts, voiceover, vengeance, humidity, Just Me Or Everyone and more! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend FEALS: http://feals.com/bestfriend (50% off first order and free shipping) BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:37:5809/09/2021
Emily Oster

Emily Oster

Emily Oster is an economics professor and author whose hugely popular books—Expecting Better, Cribsheet, and her latest, The Family Firm—help parents make better decisions by analyzing data. Expecting Better was recommended to me by friend of show Mary Katharine Ham when I was pregnant with Elliot and I've been a fan ever since. She's written numerous pieces during the pandemic about analyzing risk. Also, she holds a PhD from Harvard! We talked about what she loves about research, growing up the daughter of two Yale professors, the sausage roll disaster of 2020, whether she always wanted children, knowing she was done after two, her relationship with decisions, living in Rhode Island and why I should move there, hiking, being a morning person, what she was like in college, why you're probably wrong about economics (I was), her newsletter, her favorite class in school and so much more. We also did a round of Just Me Or Everyone, HGFY and answered your questions. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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: BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) ROTHYS: http://rothys.com/alison PURPLE: http://purple.com/bestfriend10 (use promo code bestfriend10 for 10% off any order of $200 or more) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:09:5206/09/2021
Dave's Nevadatude, Wendy's Noisy Legs, An Animal Fart Quiz

Dave's Nevadatude, Wendy's Noisy Legs, An Animal Fart Quiz

Things take a spicy turn when David Huntsberger gets upset over Alison forgetting which way Nevada is pronounced. Wendy Molyneux is here and despite people constantly mispronouncing her last name, she's yet to "pull a Dave." Also, she has cellophane legs. I've been giggling over farts in general, which is a sign of my continued evolution and self-actualization in that I am truly taking pleasure in the small things. We listen to some gassy animals and try to determine who dealt it. Plus Just Me Or Everyone, Slim Slimmon's Adorable Hour, Wendy's singing finger and more. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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 episode is brought to you by: TOODALOO: http://toodaloo.com/bestfriend (for $5 off first order) RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:29:4402/09/2021
Tony Thaxton

Tony Thaxton

Producer/drummer/podcaster Tony Thaxton, AKA "The Bad Boy of Podcasting," is back on my show as the main event when the scheduled guest needs to reschedule. Tony has been going through some stuff and I'd been hoping he would want to discuss it on the show. We do a Tony Wellness Check, discuss Kids Incorporated (recently featured on Tony's podcast Bizarre Albums), Tony's lack of dancing, pandemic anger, his divorce, the specifics of rejoining Motion City Soundtrack, grief during the pandemic, the recent loss of Brian Cain, Christmas songs, podcasting gear, hiking near a bear, dating and so much more. We also took your questions! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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 episode is brought to you by: EMBARK: http://embarkvet.com (use promo code bestfriend to save $50 today) RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend RAYCON: http://buyraycon.com/bestfriend (for 15% off) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:20:5130/08/2021
Dameshek's Pint Glasses, Alison's Office Crushes, Betsy Sodaro's Anti-Fruit Stance

Dameshek's Pint Glasses, Alison's Office Crushes, Betsy Sodaro's Anti-Fruit Stance

Does Dave Dameshek get paid to agree with Daniel instead of Alison? You would be forgiven for thinking so after this episode. Also, his wife won't add to his pint glass collection and he has questions. Meanwhile Alison and Daniel got in a fight over a flyswatter and more. Also, Alison made an egregious error in a meeting earlier and is embarrassed. Betsy Sodaro is here and she's not a fruit head. Also, she explains why she's the last person in the world who should have a child. Plus a new segment which might be called Which is Worse? and Just Me Or Everyone! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: MANLY BANDS: http://manlybands.com/bestfriend (for 21% off) RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend TOODALOO: http://toodaloo.com/bestfriend (for $5 off first order) FAHERTY: http://fahertybrand.com (use code bestfriend for 20% off) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:36:0126/08/2021
John Ross Bowie

John Ross Bowie

John Ross Bowie (Big Bang Theory, Speechless, a million other things you've seen) joins the show to talk about his new podcast Household Faces with John Ross Bowie where he interviews fellow character actors. We also talk about whether he or Tony Thaxton is nicer, nearly getting punched by a student when he taught high school, his frustration with "Fred," parenting during the pandemic, improv games, his midlife crisis, how he came to have peace with his career, punk rock, my bizarre new ability to feel joy, and so much more including Just Mr Or Everyone. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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 episode is brought to you by: RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) APOSTROPHE: http://apostrophe.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend for $15 off) GLAMNETIC: http://glamnetic.com/bestfriend (enter code bestfriend for 30% off) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:17:5923/08/2021
Caissie and Josh's Duckpin Bowling, Jeff's Salt Flats, Daniel's CVS Beef

Caissie and Josh's Duckpin Bowling, Jeff's Salt Flats, Daniel's CVS Beef

Josh Gondelman has joined us from three hours in the future and he didn't even fall asleep while waiting for the show to start. Probably from all the cocaine he famously snorts. Caissie St. Onge is here as well and she would like to cede her time to Josh and this whole drug situation. Jeff Fox is filling in for Tony and he's fresh from the salt flats where he saw a car go 475 mph. Daniel has a CVS beef and I want to talk about White Lotus. Plus more guessing people's favorite pasta shapes and Just Me Or Everyone. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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)  https://amzn.to/2JuOqcd This episode is brought to you by: TOODALOO: http://toodaloo.com/bestfriend (for $5 off first order) RING: http://ring.com/bestfriend EMBARK: http://embarkvet.com (use promo code bestfriend to save $50 today) VIVINO: http://vivino.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend to save 20% on your first order of up to $200) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:32:4819/08/2021
LeeAnn Kreischer

LeeAnn Kreischer

Writer, mother and host of Wife of the Party, LeeAnn Kreischer has always struck me as very wise and self-actualized. Turns out she really is! We talk about her incredibly challenging childhood, her desire to be happy, growing up with a borderline mother, meeting her husband Bert Kreischer, a little something called "Bert Mode," the effect of Bert's success on her marriage, realizing she preferred writing to acting, recurring fights, her years in New York, postpartum depression and rage and so much more. We also answered your questions and did a Just Me Or Everyone involving couch maintenance. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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 episode is brought to you by: BETTER HELP:  http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) PURPLE: http://purple.com/bestfriend10 (use promo code bestfriend10 for 10% off any order of $200 or more) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:46:0316/08/2021
Jackie Johnson's Tomatoes, Helen Hong's Phone Call, Tony's Commando Toes

Jackie Johnson's Tomatoes, Helen Hong's Phone Call, Tony's Commando Toes

Helen Hong is here and she hates beans but loves her infant nephew despite his exhausting helplessness. Jackie Johnson is here and she needs advice on how to handle tomato theft. Daniel has a creative solution which leads to me wondering if Italian people really pronounce "sauce" the way Daniel insists they do. Plus Tony Thaxton's toes are occasionally going commando and I am cheating on my eye exams. Plus cotton candy grapes and some glitches in the matrix. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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 episode is brought to you by: FIGS: http://wearFIGS.com and enter code BESTFRIEND at checkout for 15% off APOSTROPHE: http://apostrophe.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend for $15 off) GLAMNETIC: http://glamnetic.com/bestfriend (enter code bestfriend for 30% off) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:24:1112/08/2021
Dave Dameshek is Back!

Dave Dameshek is Back!

It's been too long since football analyst, writer and radio personality Dave Dameshek (NFL Network, Extra Points Network, Daves of Thunder) has graced us with a visit! We talked about getting older, surgery, the Thaxman and Q Monster, how sports help pass time, going back to school in the fall, fruits, team names, phrases and language, donuts, kids and more. We also took your questions and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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 episode is brought to you by: RAYCON: http://buyraycon.com/bestfriend (for 15% off). BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:37:4209/08/2021
Vince Mancini's Pool Boy, Matt Lieb's Scared Eating, Power Nerds

Vince Mancini's Pool Boy, Matt Lieb's Scared Eating, Power Nerds

Vince Mancini (Uproxx, Pod Yourself a Gun) and Matt Lieb (Good Mythical Morning, Pod Yourself a Gun) joined Tony, Daniel and me for an impromptu lizard funeral, a potentially disturbing discussion of a violent Sopranos scene (I am trying to figure out why it unsettled me so much), a deep dive into what it means to accuse someone of growing up in a barn and so much more. Plus Vince's Fresno pool odyssey, Matt's ornamental nose, fact-based podcasts, eating like a chipmunk, ear wax, above ground pools, powerful nerds, Fred Durst, Matt's day bed and more. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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)  https://amzn.to/2JuOqcd This episode is brought to you by: EMBARK: http://embarkvet.com (use promo code bestfriend to save $50 today) OLIVE AND JUNE: http://oliveandjune.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend for 20% off your first mani system) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:40:4605/08/2021
Jamie Loftus

Jamie Loftus

Comic, writer, podcast host and artist Jamie Loftus (My Year in Mensa, Lolita Podcast, Aack Cast, Bechdel Cast) joins us to talk about how stunt journalism led to finding her niche as a podcaster, the decision to switch from writing about her experience as a "dumb slut" who infiltrated Mensa to releasing it as a show, making the Lolita Podcast during the pandemic, wanting to do something lighter for her next project which was Aack Cast where she reconsiders Cathy comics, feminism, scoliosis, eating dog food, butt chugging milk, Dunkin Donuts specialty items, Judy Blume's Deenie, hot dogs and so much more. We also took your questions. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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 episode is brought to you by: ROTHYS:  http://rothys.com/alison BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:23:0502/08/2021
Caissie St. Onge's Viral Theory, Danny Jolles's Pizza, Alison Versus Tony

Caissie St. Onge's Viral Theory, Danny Jolles's Pizza, Alison Versus Tony

Caissie St. Onge and Danny Jolles are here to talk about old soups, false eyelashes, the way Tony is steamed at me and vice versa, my recent Covid scare, fading tattoos, non-food motivated dogs, and drinking water and the way too much of it can kill you. We also discuss Caissie's viral prognostication regarding Ben Affleck and JLo! And dating habits! Plus a round of Just Me Or Everyone! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen Check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/alisonrosen   This episode is brought to you by: APOSTROPHE: http://apostrophe.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend for $15 off) GLAMNETIC: http://glamnetic.com/bestfriend (enter code bestfriend for 30% off) 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! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:33:3429/07/2021
Daniel and Alison (Rapid Tests, Kewl Beanz, Your Calls)

Daniel and Alison (Rapid Tests, Kewl Beanz, Your Calls)

Daniel and I may have been exposed and I am freaking out a bit but Daniel is tempering my freakout. Still, I take a rapid test on air. Also we take your calls, Daniel does an installment of Daniel's Kewl Beanz and Elliot makes a couple appearances. Plus drinking water and breaking up with a therapist. Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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: BETTER HELP: http://BetterHelp.com/BESTFRIEND (use code BESTFRIEND for 10% off) PURPLE: http://purple.com/bestfriend10 (use promo code bestfriend10 for 10% off any order of $200 or more) You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:14:2626/07/2021
Wendy's Foot News, David's Homemade Kombucha, Double Snack Chat!

Wendy's Foot News, David's Homemade Kombucha, Double Snack Chat!

Wendy Molyneux, Dave Huntsberger, Daniel Quantz and Tony Thaxton guest on this very special double snack chat episode! We're tasting Dave's homemade kombucha AND we're trying to guess the ingredients in Buttermilk Haystacks. Winner gets a special prize from Wendy's purse. Also, are there instances of animals being cruel to one another or is that just a human thing? Plus we discuss Dave's rodeo past, Wendy's foot news, Tony's google passion, reverse animals, poop transplants and so much more! Products I Use/Recommend/Love: http://amazon.com/shop/alisonrosen 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)  https://amzn.to/2JuOqcd This episode is brought to you by: VIVINO: http://vivino.com/bestfriend (use code bestfriend to save 20% on your first order of up to $200) FAHERTY: http://fahertybrand.com (use code bestfriend for 20% off)   You probably need to buy the HGFY ringtone! https://www.alisonrosen.com/store/
01:34:4322/07/2021