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Dinner’s on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson

Sony Music Entertainment
I’m breaking bread with big-name friends—old and new—for a delicious meal and candid convos that can only happen over a glass of wine. We're getting out of the studio and into my favorite restaurants across Los Angeles and New York City with people like Julie Bowen, Kristen Bell, Fred Armisen, Jesse Williams, Niecy Nash-Betts, and so many more. I know, a celebrity-interview podcast, who’s doing that? No one. Which is why I needed to. We’ll get vulnerable about everything from relationships and family history, to mental health and imposter syndrome. We’ll laugh about my attempted modeling career and being starstruck by Beyoncé. Look, am I saying a chocolate soufflé is going to get me to reveal all my secrets? Yeah. Yeah, I am. So, join me… dinner’s on me. Dinner’s on Me is a production of Sony Music Entertainment and A Kid Named Beckett Productions. Want to be the first to get new episodes of Dinner's on Me? Subscribe to Dinner’s on Me PLUS, to get access to new episodes one week early and completely ad-free. Just click ‘Try Free’ at the top of the Dinner’s on Me show page on Apple Podcasts to start your free trial today. To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email [email protected] Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts

Episodes

JOEL MCHALE— on how 'The Soup’ led to ‘Community’ and career anxiety

‘Community’ star Joel McHale joins the show. Over sweet shrimp and octopus nigiri, Joel tells me about being besties with Lisa Vanderpump, trolling reporters on the set of ‘Community,’ and the lies he told to get a spot on ‘Will & Grace.’ This episode was recorded at Leona’s in Studio City, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 11, 202548 minSeason 3Ep. 62

TROIAN BELLISARIO — on dating Patrick J. Adams long distance while on hit shows and having her second child in a parking garage

‘On Call’ star Troian Bellisario joins the show. Over a le club sandwich and quiche, Troian tells me about growing up with a dad that was an ‘80s TV icon, playing a teenager on ‘Pretty Little Liars,’ and her second child’s birth story. This episode was recorded at Loupiotte Kitchen in Los Feliz, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 04, 202551 minSeason 3Ep. 61

CHELSEA HANDLER — on meeting a President while high and being scolded by Jane Fonda

Comedian, author and TV host Chelsea Handler joins the show. Over a soft Parisian omelet, Chelsea tells me about some of the anecdotes from her latest book I’ll Have What She’s Having, such as getting in trouble for her behavior at Jane Fonda’s birthday, meeting George W. Bush while stoned, and taking parenting classes as a childfree person. This episode was recorded at The Butcher, The Baker, The Cappuccino Maker in West Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...

Feb 25, 202541 minSeason 3Ep. 60

GIA COPPOLA — on making ‘The Last Showgirl’ and on the inspiration she pulls from her filmmaking family

'The Last Showgirl’ director Gia Coppola joins the show. Over pesto sorrel bowls and ricotta toast, Gia tells me about the wisdom she’s gleaned from her grandfather Francis Ford Coppola, the impact of ‘Jaws’ on her, and her love of Las Vegas. This episode was recorded at Sqirl in East Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 18, 202546 minSeason 3Ep. 59

MICHAEL URIE — on the unexpected longevity of his ‘Ugly Betty’ character and being Harrison Ford’s costar on ‘Shrinking’

'Shrinking’ star Michael Urie joins the show. Over Peruvian sea scallops and short rib barbacoa, Michael tells me how Vanessa Williams advocated for him on ‘Ugly Betty,’ why he made so little money during its early episodes, and his initial fear of iconic TV director Jimmy Burrows. This episode was recorded at Corteza at Sendero at the Ritz Carlton in Downtown Los Angeles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 11, 202548 minSeason 3Ep. 58

ILANA GLAZER — on their Hulu special 'Human Magic' and cruising for future husbands at Washington Square Park

Actor and comedian Ilana Glazer joins the show. Over celebrity chicken and crab leg curry, Ilana tells me about their motherhood inspired Hulu standup special 'Human Magic,' their iconic meet-cute with their now husband, and hilarious conversations they've had with their doctor. This episode was recorded at Jitlada in East Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 03, 202546 minSeason 3Ep. 57

NATHAN LANE — on doing R-rated ‘Golden Girls’ in new Hulu show and being a Broadway icon

Tony-award winning actor Nathan Lane joins the show. Over spicy yellowtail sashimi and coconut prawns, Nathan tells me about his new sitcom ‘Midcentury Modern,’ how he almost didn’t do ‘The Birdcage’ and the iconic audition that led to him being Timon in ‘The Lion King.’ This episode was recorded at Crustacean in Beverly Hills, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 28, 202546 minSeason 3Ep. 56

JUNE SQUIBB — on doing stunts in ‘Thelma’ and manifesting a romcom with Robert De Niro

‘Thelma’ star June Squibb joins the show. Over grilled cheese, June tells me about exotic dancing for her audition for ‘Gypsy’ on Broadway, getting her first Oscar nomination in her eighties for ‘Nebraska,’ and how Beanie Feldstein helped her get her first leading role. This episode was recorded at Zinc Cafe & Bar in West Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 21, 202541 minSeason 3Ep. 55

KATHY BATES — on leading 'Matlock' at 76 and Meryl Streep in her dreams

Oscar-winning actor Kathy Bates joins the show. Over pizza and a caprese salad, Kathy tells me about who she wishes was her Oscar date the year she won, an iconic drink with Meryl Streep and why she's having the most fun she's ever had leading the Paramount + reboot of 'Matlock.' This episode of Dinner’s On Me was recorded at La Bettola di Terroni in Larchmont Village, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 14, 202542 minSeason 3Ep. 54

BRIDGET EVERETT — on saying goodbye to 'Somebody Somewhere' and avoiding auditions at all costs

Cabaret star, actor and producer Bridget Everett joins the show. Over some deliciously hot griddle cakes, Everett tells me about the special connection she has to her HBO show “Somebody Somewhere,” why “Sex and the City” co-creator Michael Patrick King is such an important person to her, and the interesting place she put her late mother’s ashes. This episode was recorded at Salt’s Cure in Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 07, 202549 minSeason 2Ep. 53

RE-RUN: SOFIA VERGARA — the physical toll of ‘Griselda’ and Ed O’Neill butt dials

This week, we revisit my conversation with “Griselda” and “Modern Family” star Sofia Vergara. Over pizza and “fuzzy orange juice,” Sofia tells me what it was like to produce and star in the Netflix series “Griselda,” which was 15 years in the making. Plus, we get into Ed O’Neill’s voicemails and why marshmallows were hidden on the “Modern Family” set. This episode was recorded at Dante in Beverly Hills, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 31, 202449 minSeason 2Ep. 52

RE-RUN: ED O’NEILL — skirting a life of organized crime and hanging out with Tennessee Williams

This week, we revisit my conversation with “Modern Family” and “Married…with Children” star Ed O'Neill. Over some fancy sandwiches, Ed talks about dodging a career in organized crime, hanging out with Tennessee Williams, Lucille Ball and so much more. This episode was recorded at Lunetta in Santa Monica. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 24, 202444 minSeason 2Ep. 50

BONUS: A Conversation with Bill Clinton on 'Citizen: My Life After the White House'

Today, we’re bringing you my conversation with former President Bill Clinton from earlier this month in Little Rock, Arkansas. We sat down to talk about the 20th anniversary of The Clinton Library and his newest book, “Citizen: My Life After the White House,” a front-row, first-person chronicle of his post-presidential years and the most significant events of the twenty-first century. This was recorded on December 6th, 2024 in Little Rock, AR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...

Dec 23, 202458 minSeason 2Ep. 51

KATHRYN HAHN — on improvising in “Step Brothers” and Patti Lupone voice memos

"Agatha All Along” star Kathryn Hahn joins the show. Over stuffed grape leaves and shawarma rubbed oyster mushrooms, Hahn tells me how her career has climbed after 40 (dubbed her “Hahnissance”), the amazing moments she improvised in “Step Brothers” and we retell our pilates meet-cute. This episode was recorded at Mazal in Lincoln Heights, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 17, 202447 minSeason 2Ep. 49

LISA KUDROW — on playing evil sister Ursula before Phoebe, and her recent Friends rewatch

"No Good Deed” star Lisa Kudrow joins the show. Over tagliatelle and scallops, Kudrow tells me the origin story of her "Friends" character Phoebe Buffay, how “The Comeback” was inspired by reality TV, and we get into her new Netflix series “No Good Deed” opposite Ray Romano. This episode was recorded at Novikov in Beverly Hills, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 10, 202447 minSeason 2Ep. 48

MARCIA GAY HARDEN — on mastering dialects and crying to Meryl Streep

Academy Award winning actor Marcia Gay Harden joins the show. Over sushi, Marcia Gay Harden tells me about being in the original cast of Broadway’s “Angels in America,” going back to catering after Coen Brothers film “Miller’s Crossing,” and a very good Mike Nichols apology story. This episode was recorded at Ocean Prime in Beverly Hills, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 03, 202443 minSeason 2Ep. 47

PATRICK J. ADAMS — on new wave of 'Suits' fans and coping with stage anxiety

"Suits” star Patrick J. Adams joins the show. Over grilled prawns and focaccia, Adams tells me about conquering his stage anxiety during “Take Me Out,” renewed “Suits” fandom on Netflix, and the story behind his matching tattoo with wife Troian Bellisario. This episode was recorded at Marco Polo at the Silver Lake Pool & Inn in Silver Lake, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 26, 202447 minSeason 2Ep. 46

JUDY GREER — on being Hollywood’s BFF, insane auditions and actor envy

"The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" star Judy Greer joins the show. Over mezze plates and pumpkin spice lattes, Judy tells us about the charm of playing off-center characters, why she loves to audition, and meeting her husband on a blind date. This episode was recorded at Botanica in Silver Lake, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 19, 202446 minSeason 2Ep. 45

KIERNAN SHIPKA — on growing up on “Mad Men” set and her self-help book obsession

"Sweethearts” star Kiernan Shipka joins the show. Over a salmon bowl, Shipka tells us how she sees her character on “Mad Men” differently now, her “Girls” rewatch and why she loves a self-help book (plus, recs!). This episode was recorded at Forage in Silver Lake, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 12, 202445 minSeason 2Ep. 44

ZACHARY QUINTO — on being a leading man in “Brilliant Minds”

Actor Zachary Quinto comes back to the show for another helping. Over Greek salad, Quinto tells us about this huge moment in his career, why he avoids reading reviews at all costs, and how he's taking care of himself during this polarizing political moment. This episode was recorded at Cookbook Market & Cafe in Larchmont Village, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 05, 202446 minSeason 2Ep. 43

RACHEL BLOOM — laughing while grieving and surviving 'status dysmorphia’

Actor and comedian Rachel Bloom joins the show. Over Persian crispy rice and Moroccan spiced carrots, Bloom tells me about her new Netflix special “Death, Let Me Do My Special,” and we both laugh and get a little teary recalling people we’ve lost close to us. Plus, Rachel gets me in stitches talking about parenting paranoia. This episode was recorded at Kismet in Los Angeles, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 29, 202448 minSeason 2Ep. 42

TYLER HENRY — on his early premonitions and talking to Alan Thicke on the other side

Celebrity medium Tyler Henry joins the show. Over salads, Tyler tells me about when he discovered his ability to speak to the departed, his first celebrity client (psst, it’s Sarah Paulson), and his new live Netflix show. This episode was recorded at Terra at Eataly in Century City, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 22, 202448 minSeason 2Ep. 41

JOSH GAD — on a fraught father-son relationship and why “Frozen” freaks out his kids

The voice of Olaf in “Frozen” and Elder Arnold Cunningham in “Book of Mormon” ... Josh Gad joins the show. Over a salmon citrus salad, Josh tells me about finding out about his father’s secret family, why working in "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” sent him home in tears, and we get a little tease for what’s next in the world of “Frozen.” This episode was recorded at Sirena at The Georgian Hotel in Santa Monica, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 15, 202448 minSeason 2Ep. 40

PAUL FEIG — on basing “Freaks and Geeks” on his life and how “Bridesmaids” almost wasn’t

“Jackpot!” director Paul Feig joins the show. Over martinis, Paul tells me about being a tour guide at Universal Studios, how Judd Apatow was a big support in getting “Freaks and Geeks” made, and how “The Office” was tweaked for American audiences. This episode was recorded at The Benjamin in Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 08, 202450 minSeason 2Ep. 39

LILY RABE — on "American Horror Story" and working with mom's ex Al Pacino

"Presumed Innocent” star Lily Rabe joins the show. Over oysters, Lily talks about working together on “Merchant of Venice," how Ryan Murphy made it impossible to say no to him, and why she knows her mother (the late great Jill Clayburgh) would approve of her partner Hamish Linklater. This episode was recorded at The Lonely Oyster in Echo Park, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 01, 202446 minSeason 2Ep. 38

MENA SUVARI — on leaving toxic relationships and healing through writing

"American Beauty” and “American Pie” star Mena Suvari joins the show. Over veggie burgers, Mena talks about deciding to stop being vegan, how marrying young made her repeat generational trauma, and why she decided to have a child at age 38. This episode was recorded at Hugo’s in West Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 24, 202442 minSeason 2Ep. 37

NOLAN GOULD — (van)life after ‘Modern Family’ and finding his people in L.A.

“Modern Family” star Nolan Gould joins the show. Over traditional Mexican fare, Nolan tells me about selling all his belongings post “Modern Family,” his backpacking/van life phase, and his Nerf gun fight with Bryan Cranston. This episode was recorded at El Compadre in Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 17, 202451 minSeason 2Ep. 36

Jesse Joins Andy Richter to Talk About His Roots

Today, we are giving you a sneak peak into comedian Andy Richter’s podcast, The Three Questions with Andy Richter. Every Tuesday on The Three Questions, Andy invites friends, actors, musicians and asks them all the same three questions: "Where do you come from? Where are you going? What have you learned?" And tune in to the podcast feed every Friday to hear Andy talk to listeners on "The Andy Richter Call-In Show!" Jesse joined Andy last year for a conversation about growing up in New Mexico, hi...

Sep 12, 20245 min

ANDY RICHTER — dating app happy endings and being Conan O’Brien’s ‘TV wife’

“Modern Family” star Nolan Gould joins the show. Over traditional Mexican fare, Nolan tells me about selling all his belongings post “Modern Family,” his backpacking/van life phase, and his Nerf gun fight with Bryan Cranston. This episode was recorded at El Compadre in Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 10, 202450 minSeason 2Ep. 35

ASHLEY PARK — finding love on 'Emily in Paris' and a bestie in Lily Collins

"Emily in Paris" star Ashley Park joins the show. Over oysters and nicoise salad, Ashley tells me about her early days on Broadway, her showmance turned serious relationship with costar Paul Forman, and she reveals a special moment with Meryl Streep from working together on “Only Murders in the Building.” This episode was recorded at Palihouse Lobby Lounge & Bar West Hollywood in Los Angeles, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 03, 202455 minSeason 2Ep. 34