Bob Odenkirk [ Better Call Saul, Breaking Bad, Nobody ] is back to talk with Anna about how a home invasion inspired his new action film Nobody , doing his own stunts, feeling at home in LA, why Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul are so good (and when we get another season), how social media is like being a wedding guest, and more. Later in the episode, Anna welcomes back dating and relationship strategist, matchmaker, and founder of LEVEL connections, April Beyer as her official co-host of the U...
Apr 12, 2021•2 hr 31 min•Ep. 291
Ben Falcone [ Tammy, Superintelligence, The Boss, What To Expect When You’re Expecting, Enough Said, Bridesmaids] talks with Anna about his new superhero movie Thunder Force, working with Melissa McCarthy (his wife), casting his friends, what it takes to be funny, comic books, The Ding Dang Gang, missing his answering machine, how to propose marriage while waiting for the plumber to finish installing a new toilet, and more. Later in the episode, dating coach, matchmaker, and founder of Level Con...
Apr 05, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 290
Adam Brody [ The Kid Detective, Ready or Not, Promising Young Woman, Smiley Face, The O.C. ] talks with Anna about making The Kid Detective, his love for surfing, the dangers of surfing, breathing, his 30-minute Twitter lock, Marvel Whiteside Parsons, meeting his wife, raising kids, reality TV, and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined by dating coach, matchmaker and the founder of Level Connections, April Beyer. Learn more about April and LEVEL by visiting www.levelconnections.com Thred Up ...
Mar 29, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 289
Gwyneth Paltrow [ Shakespeare in Love, The Royal Tenenbaums, The Talented Mr. Ripley, Iron Man, Seven, Sliding Doors ] talks with Anna about quarantine, soft sweaters, being a homebody, fame, good and bad press, the value of hard work, romance, fulfilment, forgiveness, accountability, the mission that is Goop, a crazy idea for a dinner party and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined again by bestselling author Rachel Hollis who has some insight and advice to share on the topic of dating duri...
Mar 22, 2021•48 min•Ep. 288
Brie Larson [ Captain Marvel, Room, Kong: Skull Island, Unicorn Store ] and Jessie Ennis [ Mythic Quest, Better Call Saul, Life of the Party, Veep ] talk with Anna about being best friends since childhood, their new podcast Learning Lots , first kisses, rejection, love, knitting socks, auditioning, the Academy Awards journey, driving a taxi-cab, losing your phone in a taxi-cab, a haunted purse and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined by best selling author Rachel Hollis who has some great i...
Mar 15, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 287
Ciara Bravo [ Red Band Society, Wayne, Cherry ] joins Anna to talk about her recent film Cherry , hanging out with co-star Tom Holland, 16-second memories, helping sick trees or joining a fire watch, sending a text to the wrong person, surviving a long distant relationship, the ghost who came down the stairs to watch SNL and more. Later in the episode Anna welcomes back the founder and clinical director of Growing Self Counseling and Coaching, Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby to offer some qualified advice....
Mar 08, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 286
Chloë Grace Moretz [ Kick-Ass, Carrie, Suspiria, Tom and Jerry ] talks with Anna about her new film Tom and Jerry , not quite living in Los Angeles, fight training, sharing M&Ms, ghosts, aliens, friend groups, patriotism, going back to school, life in the circus, Frederick Douglass, the importance of an orange and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined by Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby, the founder and clinical director of Growing Self Counseling and Coaching. Learn more about Dr. Bobby at www.growings...
Mar 01, 2021•2 hr 40 min•Ep. 285
Katherine Heigl [ Gray’s Anatomy, Knocked Up, 27 Dresses ] and Sarah Chalke [ Scrubs, Rick and Morty, Roseanne, How I Met Your Mother ] join Anna to talk about their new Netflix show Firefly Lane , adaptation, lifetime friendships, award shows, fame, embarrassing moments, planting apple orchards and more. Later in the episode OBG/YN Dr. Jen Gunter is back to answer questions and give some qualified advice. Learn more about Dr. Gunter and her book The Vagina Bible at her website drjengunter.com U...
Feb 22, 2021•58 min•Ep. 284
Kyra Sedgwick [ The Closer, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Call Your Mother ] joins Anna to talk about her new sitcom Call Your Mother , Shakespeare, meeting Kevin Bacon, a life-changing poundcake recipe, collecting troll dolls, directing, obsessive thinking, figuring out what makes you happy and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined again by author, Doctor of Human Sexuality, and host of the popular podcast Sex with Emily , Dr. Emily Morse. Learn more about Dr. Emily Morse at sexwithemily.com and list...
Feb 15, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 283
Carrie Brownstein [ Portlandia, Transparent, The Nowhere Inn ] is a writer, director, actress, comedian and rock star. She talks with Anna about why the Pacific Northwest is almost home, embracing the “not doing”, the influential rock band that was Sleater-Kinney , the markers of success, missing Portlandia, pancakes, getting to know a guitar, avoiding bass players, being outed by SPIN magazine and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined by author, Doctor of Human Sexuality, and host of the Se...
Feb 08, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 282
Melissa McCarthy [ Bridesmaids, The Heat, Mike & Molly, Spy, Superintelligence, Can You Ever Forgive Me? ] joins Anna from Australia to talk about avoiding the pandemic (and saltwater crocs), being a parent, working with her husband, the brilliance of John Candy, the importance of having pockets, the value of comedy and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined by OB/GYN and Twitter’s unofficial resident gynecologist, Dr. Jen Gunter. Learn more about Dr. Gunter and her book The Vagina Bible at h...
Feb 01, 2021•2 hr 30 min•Ep. 281
Elizabeth Berkley Lauren [ Saved By The Bell, Showgirls, Roger Dodger ] joins Anna to talk about the original Saved by the Bell , the new Saved By The Bell on Peacock , career paths, Showgirls , resiliency, the Ask Elizabeth workshop, Hurlyburley and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined again by psychotherapist, author and the Clinical Director of The Center for Healthy Sex in Los Angeles, Dr. Alex Katehakis. Learn more about Dr. Alex at alexkatehakis.com Learn more about Ask Elizabeth at a...
Jan 25, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 280
Amy Schumer [ Trainwreck, Snatched, I Feel Pretty, Inside Amy Schumer, Expecting Amy ] joins Anna to talk about her documentary series Expecting Amy , the joys and fears of being a mother, how she met her husband, loving stand-up comedy, The Meisner Technique, boogie boarding, finding unusual animal parts in the kitchen, and more. Later in the episode Anna welcomes back the Clinical Director of The Center for Healthy Sex in Los Angeles, Dr. Alex Katehakis. Learn more about Dr. Alex at alexkateha...
Jan 18, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 279
Meagan Good [ Think Like A Man, Anchorman 2, Californication, Deception, Monster Hunter ] talks with Anna about growing up in the industry, meeting her husband, waiting to have sex, dealing with press, childhood heroes, Betty Boop, her feature directorial debut If Not Now, When? and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined again by psychotherapist, co-host of the Dear Therapist podcast and New York Times bestselling author Lori Gottlieb who has some expert advice to offer listeners. Learn more ...
Jan 11, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 278
Emerald Fennell [The Crown, Call the Midwife, The Danish Girl] and Carey Mulligan [Drive, Shame, The Great Gatsby, An Education] join Anna to talk about their new movie Promising Young Woman , playing empowering and/or despicable characters, The Crown , answering dumb questions on a press tour, being blonde and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined again by psychotherapist, New York Times bestselling author, advice columnist and co-host of the Dear Therapist podcast, Lori Gottlieb who offers...
Jan 04, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 277
Clea DuVall [Veep, The Handmaid’s Tale, Carnivàle, Argo, But I’m a Cheerleader, The Faculty] joins Anna to talk about directing her new movie Happiest Season , fear of the ocean, the idea of community, collecting miniatures, Veep, coming out in Hollywood and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined again by clinical sexologist, author and sex coach, Dr. Patti Britton who share her thoughts on commitment and sex. For more from Dr. Pattie visit her websites www.drpattibritton.com and www.sexcoach...
Dec 21, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 276
Kaley Cuoco [The Big Bang Theory, The Flight Attendant] joins Anna to talk about horses, sex, not being funny, her love of television, the disappointment of birthdays, auditioning, meeting her husband, her new show The Flight Attendant (on HBO MAX) and more. Later in the episode Anna welcomes back clinical sexologist, author and sex coach Dr. Pattie Britton who shares her thoughts on porn, masturbation and threesomes. For more from Dr. Pattie visit her websites www.drpattibritton.com and www.sex...
Dec 14, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 275
Seth Green [Family Guy, Robot Chicken, Buffy The Vampire Slayer] joins Anna for their first real conversation after knowing each other for years. They talk about auditioning, the genesis of Robot Chicken, producing, actor versatility, why you can’t pretend to kidnap your celebrity friends on Twitter anymore, the massive waterslide Seth installed behind his house, and Star Wars. A lot of Star Wars. Later in the episode Anna is joined again by dating coach, matchmaker and founder of LEVEL connecti...
Dec 07, 2020•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 274
Joel McHale [The Soup, Community, Card Sharks, Ted, What’s Your Number?] joins Anna to talk about their shared childhood in Washington State, first loves, who Anna would play in the Tiger King movie, the greatest ice skating competition Joel has ever seen and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined again by psychologist, author, science writer and host of The Psychology Podcast , Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman. PhoneSoap GET THE BEST GIFT TO GIVE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON, GIVE PHONESOAP. GO TO PHONESOAP.C...
Nov 30, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 273
Kate Mara [House of Cards, American Horror Story, The Martian, A Teacher] talks with Anna about working with directors Ang Lee and David Fincher, filming sex scenes, having a sister in the industry, Jane Goodall’s power of observation and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined again by dating coach, matchmaker and founder of LEVEL connections, April Beyer to answer listener questions with some very qualified insight. Allbirds With Allbirds, feel confident knowing you’re wearing a product that...
Nov 23, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 272
Beth Behrs [2 Broke Girls, The Neighborhood] joins Anna to talk about their days together on the Warner Brothers lot, mental health, music, therapy horses, her new podcast Harmonics with Beth Behrs , how Sweet Valley High qualifies as erotic literature and more. Later in the episode Anna welcomes back Professor Eli Finkel who has some qualified insight to offer us all. Miller Lite Miller Lite. Great taste with only 96 calories and 3.2 carbs. However you and your friends are enjoying Miller Time,...
Nov 16, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 271
Malcolm Gladwell is the host of the Revisionist History podcast, staff writer for The New Yorker and author of The Tipping Point, Blink, Outliers, David and Goliath, and Talking to Strangers . He joins Anna to talk about acting, writing, fans, museums, respect for the Air Force, why he loved Melrose Place and more . Later in the episode Anna is joined by social psychology professor and marriage expert Eli Finkel to answer listener questions. Please subscribe to Anna Faris is Unqualified on Apple...
Nov 09, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 270
In a special episode of Unqualified we forgo the celebrity guest in order to spend more time answering your questions. Joining Anna with her special brand of qualified, practical advice is dating expert, coach and matchmaker April Beyer. April has over 20 years of experience helping people make meaningful connections and find love. PEACOCK Watch for free or upgrade for more on your TV, tablet or phone. Go to Peacock TV.com to download and start streaming now. BEST FIENDS Download Best Fiends FRE...
Nov 02, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 269
Jim Jefferies [The Jim Jefferies Show, Legit] is back! He talks with Anna about his first love, recent marriage, losing his virginity, the perfection of West Side Story, the American dream and much more. Jim also takes a moment to apologize for one of his jokes that went too far. Later in the episode Anna is joined by psychologist and author, Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman of The Psychology Podcast to offer some more qualified insight to Jenna. MILLER LITE Miller Lite. Great taste with only 96 calories...
Oct 26, 2020•2 hr 33 min•Ep. 268
David Chang, the renowned chef, author and creator of some of the world’s most distinguished restaurants (including the two Michelin starred Momofuko Ko), talks with Anna about his new book EAT A PEACH, the secret to his Red Dragon Sauce, why he hates golfing, the hardest part of cooking, how he met (and impressed) his wife, the best meals he’s ever eaten and more. Later in the episode, dating expert, coach and matchmaker April Beyer is back with more insight on how to cultivate a healthy attitu...
Oct 19, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 267
Norah Jones joins Anna to talk about music, teaching your kids to swear, the potential of Just Friends 2: Jones and James , puzzles, fiddles, nostalgia, the wink that changed Norah’s life, Keanu Reeves, Cyndi Lauper, Bob Marley and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined by dating expert, coach, matchmaker and creator of LEVEL Connections, April Beyer to offer some practical advice on how to connect even during these unusual times. PEACOCK Watch for free or upgrade for more on your TV, tablet ...
Oct 12, 2020•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 266
Eva Longoria [Desperate Housewives, Telenovela, Overboard] returns to Unqualified to catch up on everything that’s happened since she and Anna last saw each other. They talk about working together on Overboard, how Eva became a director, empowering women in the entertainment industry and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined once again by online dating expert Mark Brooks to answer questions and offer advice on how to approach the world of internet dating. PEACOCK Watch for free or upgrade fo...
Oct 05, 2020•56 min•Ep. 265
Adam DeVine [Workaholics, Modern Family, Righteous Gemstones, Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates] joins Anna to talk about the dangers of filming his new show Bad Ideas , the art of hacky sack, how getting hit by a cement truck can make high school easier, Reagan Burris, tall people, wedding drama and more. Later, Anna is joined by online dating expert Mark Brooks to answer questions about online dating. ALLBIRDS Allbirds, feel confident knowing you’re wearing a product that’s doing right by your ...
Sep 28, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 264
Tika Sumpter [Mixed-ish, Gossip Girl, Ride Along, What’s Your Number?] reconnects with Anna to talk about working together, hiding from your kids, the optimism of Los Angeles, wining people over, Footloose, artificial syrup and more. Later in the episode Anna is joined by psychotherapist and author of The Atlantic’s “Dear Therapist” column Lori Gottlieb to offer some qualified and Unqualified advice to a listener. For more from Lori visit her website lorigottlieb.com DAILY HARVEST Go to dailyhar...
Sep 21, 2020•58 min•Ep. 263
Paris Hilton [The Simple Life, This is Paris] joins Anna to talk about her greatest fear, the love of her life, being shy, Marilyn Monroe, and why she’s happier than she’s ever been. Anna recounts how Paris did her eye make-up the first time they met and Paris tells Anna about her new documentary THIS IS PARIS and what it was like playing the part of “Paris Hilton” for all these years. Later in the episode, Anna welcomes back Dr. Patti Britton to talk with Ashley about keeping the spark alive in...
Sep 14, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 262
