Julia Louis-Dreyfus has done so many incredible things in her career and for me personally. Her character Elaine on Seinfeld has been my icon for style and hair since childhood. She tells me about her career from SNL to Veep, and why she can’t imagine being anything other than an actress. Among her many, many new projects is her podcast Wiser Than Me, where she’s getting wisdom from older women she deeply admires. Yeah, I can relate to being in that position. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True con...
May 03, 2023•32 min•Ep. 31
I know Rainn Wilson best as Dwight Schrute from “The Office,” but I get to see a different side of him in our conversation. Rainn tells me how he knew acting was in his blood growing up, and how struggling with his mental health led him on a spiritual journey. He shares what he learned on this journey in his new book “Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution.” Oh, and this will make sense later, but that tidbit about Stevie Nicks? Total myth. All in all, our chat feels like sipping tea in a...
Apr 26, 2023•36 min•Ep. 30
This week, we're revisiting my interview with Mike Birbiglia. He talks about his new Broadway show “The Old Man and The Pool,” and how he makes a show about death and mortality funny. Mike gets into his creative process around joke writing, like how he got underneath the meaning behind a joke about his car accident and a drunk driver, and also tells me why he thinks performing comedy is like stripping. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all lis...
Apr 19, 2023•42 min•Ep. 29
Are power best friends a thing? Like power couples, but for besties? If so, that’s Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata. They co-host the aptly named podcast “Best Friends with Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata.” They talk to me about coming up in the industry together, and a long-disputed fact about their friendship leads Nicole to embrace her identity as a doll collector. Plus, there’s all-around great friendship feels from two incredibly accomplished women. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains ma...
Apr 12, 2023•37 min•Ep. 28
Listen, I talk to a lot of creative people on this show. But when I saw Josh Johnson’s Peacock special “Up Here Killing Myself” and listened to his mixtape “Elusive” I was like – this person is really thinking out of the box. Josh is not only a creative genius, he’s a writer for the Daily Show with Trevor Noah and a standup comedian. We talk about how comedy is the last step of healing and keeping our crafts timeless. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropr...
Apr 05, 2023•28 min•Ep. 27
Adam Pally’s whole career has been finding ways to work with his friends. From his early improv days, to his unforgettable stint hosting The Late Late Show with Ben Schwartz, he is excellent at playing off of other people. You can see that collaborative energy in action in his new film “Who Invited Charlie?” Set in the early days of pandemic lockdown, Adam talks about how the movie is able to find laughter and connection in tough times. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and...
Mar 29, 2023•27 min•Ep. 26
Fun fact about comedian Tig Notaro: she loves interacting with boring people. Tig is 100% no-nonsense and 100% all nonsense. She tells me how she once dragged a stool offstage and into the street for a joke. She also shares how she found her true voice after being launched to fame. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great ...
Mar 22, 2023•35 min•Ep. 25
Chelsea Devantez is a comedian, writer, producer, podcaster and my burning question for her is: how does she balance it all? Chelsea generously shares with me her advice for navigating the big world of entertainment. She teaches me the importance of writing a good first page, and how she’s turning a very, very, very short film into something bigger. Plus, she tells me about pranking her wedding guests. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all lis...
Mar 15, 2023•33 min•Ep. 24
Comedian Hari Kondabolu is passionate, outspoken, and very experienced with hecklers. He’s also a pandemic parent. Hari tells me about learning to write more personal material for his new special “Vacation Baby.” Plus, we agree that you gotta take all the freebies from set (deodorant, chocolate, Goldfish crackers) when you go home. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @...
Mar 08, 2023•27 min•Ep. 23
Nate Bargatze has been called “The Nicest Guy in Stand-Up” and honestly? The rumors are true. Nate tells me how he started doing clean comedy, and the time he tried to copy a style of comedy that really wasn’t him. Plus, we talk about the power of (spoiler) just being a nice person in your work. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. Joining Lemonada Premi...
Mar 01, 2023•42 min•Ep. 22
Holmes makes being off-the-cuff funny look easy. She got her start being hilarious on Tik Tok and Twitter before starring in Paul Feig’s “Welcome to Flatch.” Now, she wants to create TV shows that provide more representation. Holmes talks to me about falling in love in an escape room, and we bond over being Midwesterners. Please note that Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes that may not be appropriate for all listeners. Stay updated with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @Lemonada...
Feb 22, 2023•25 min•Ep. 21
You know when you meet someone and just vibe instantly? That was me and comedian and actress Aparna Nancherla. She talks about writing a book on imposter syndrome (spoiler alert: it doesn’t just go away) and how it led her to turn down a Netflix special. Plus, Aparna shares her decision to stop touring and why her latest acting role in “The Drop” was a big leap. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. Stay up to date with us on Twitte...
Feb 15, 2023•34 min•Ep. 20
Long before Brian Baumgartner became known as Kevin from “The Office,” he worked in theater just trying to bring in enough for rent. But within a few months of moving to L.A., he found himself auditioning for the role that would change his life. Brian talks with me about the long audition process and how he developed a backstory for his character (Kevin can’t rotate at his hips!) Plus, we talk chili recipes. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for a...
Feb 08, 2023•33 min•Ep. 19
I can’t stop thinking about how Kevin Jonas is on my podcast all because I spilled some butter on fancy pants. It’s crazy. While this situation seems straight out of a fantasy, Kevin and I have a really grounded conversation about growing up in a tight-knit family, and how he learned to break the people-pleasing habit. He also shares why he thinks the Jonas Brothers’ upcoming album will be their best one yet. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for ...
Feb 01, 2023•27 min•Ep. 18
I didn't think a photo of me in my pajamas would be in Times Square, but that's what happened last week. This podcast was on a billboard in New York City! If you just heard about the show and are new here, I want to point you to a few of my favorite episodes. By the way, we’ll have a brand new episode for you next Wednesday. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @Lemonad...
Jan 25, 2023•3 min•Ep. 17
Penn Badgley is warm, kind, and incredibly thoughtful – fortunately, the exact opposite of his character in the Netflix series “You.” As someone who’s been acting since he was a child, Penn shares his views on Hollywood and what it means to be an actor. He also talks about why he initially turned down the role of Dan Humphrey in “Gossip Girl” and discusses the similarities between Dan and Joe from “You.” Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all l...
Jan 18, 2023•35 min•Ep. 16
Moses Storm has led a crazy life. The comedian and actor tells me about growing up in his family’s “failed” cult, living in a bus with his five siblings, and eventually meeting his hero Conan O’Brien on a rooftop that smelled like tapas. We also talk about the making of his first comedy special, “Trash White,” which has his fingerprints all over it – literally. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. You can find all show transcripts ...
Jan 11, 2023•38 min•Ep. 15
I thought I peaked when they played my song “Whispers in the Breakroom” on their podcast. But oh no. It just got better. Angela Kinsey and Jenna Fischer (aaaaah!!!), The Office Ladies, are my very special guests this week. They tell me about becoming friends over a partition, the hard years before their big break, and why they won’t stop talking about their time on “The Office.” Plus, Jenna shares a hot tip on how to meet celebrities at fancy events. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mat...
Jan 04, 2023•48 min•Ep. 14
Please enjoy this encore episode of one of my favorite conversations. I did a podcast with my childhood crush and favorite member of NSYNC, and only freaked out a few times. The incredible Lance Bass tells me about growing up while performing with NSYNC. As a closeted teen, Lance had to hide a lot about himself. But no longer – Lance lives proudly as his true self with his husband and two children. Plus, he invites me to Disney World and all I can think about is eating a turkey leg. Please note,...
Dec 21, 2022•46 min•Ep. 13
When I met Meghan Trainor, I found out she mixes her own songs on top of writing, performing, and generally being amazing. What you don’t see behind her greatest hits is just how hard she’s worked. Meghan talks about how she went from performing in a cover band with her family to being world famous. We also chatted about filming an acapella version of “Made You Look” together, which is out now! Watch it here . Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for...
Dec 14, 2022•44 min•Ep. 12
Mike Birbiglia’s stories about his life are the epitome of “funny ‘cuz they’re true.” He joins me to talk about his new Broadway show “The Old Man and The Pool,” and how he makes a show about death and mortality funny. Mike gets into his creative process around joke writing, like how he got underneath the meaning behind a joke about his car accident and a drunk driver, and also tells me why he thinks performing comedy is like stripping. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and...
Dec 07, 2022•42 min•Ep. 11
Atsuko Okatsuka once did stand-up during an earthquake – but that’s not even the craziest thing that’s happened in her life. Atsuko talks to me about turning the things that made her feel different as a kid into superpowers. Plus, she explains why she thinks comedy is a service, getting kicked out of church choir, and her upcoming HBO special “The Intruder.” Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. Stay up to date with us on Twitter, F...
Nov 30, 2022•34 min•Ep. 10
On this special episode, Penn Badgley interviews me on his new podcast Podcrushed! Podcrushed explores the heartbreak, anxiety and self-discovery of being a teenager. I sat down with Penn and his co-hosts Nava and Sophie and shared the real story behind the taco date, how I knew Jonas was different from all the other men I dated, and what I would say to ‘12-year-old Elyse’ today. Listen to Podcrushed every Wednesday on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you listen. Stay up to date with us on ...
Nov 23, 2022•58 min•Ep. 9
When I think about joy, nobody embodies it better than Jonathan Van Ness. From the perfect oat milk latte to gymnastics, JVN shares what’s bringing them happiness – and how it gives them confidence. We also have a wild conversation about their very first vodka-drinking, mullet-wearing client and their fangirl moment with Simone Biles. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram a...
Nov 16, 2022•45 min•Ep. 8
Kaitlyn is my good friend and appeared on the Bachelor as a contestant before starring as a Bachelorette herself. Believe it or not, she was the very first person I interviewed for this podcast, so you might be able to hear just how nervous I was. We talk about those kinds of first loves you never really forget – for good and for bad. It’s basically an unexpected therapy session. Plus, we take some wisdom from the Kardashians. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not b...
Nov 09, 2022•35 min•Ep. 7
I thought I peaked when they played my song “Whispers in the Breakroom” on their podcast. But oh no. It just got better. Angela Kinsey and Jenna Fischer (aaaaah!!!), of Office Ladies, are my very special guests this week. They tell me about becoming friends over a partition, the hard years before their big break, and why they won’t stop talking about their time on “The Office.” Plus, Jenna shares a hot tip on how to meet celebrities at fancy events. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains matu...
Nov 02, 2022•48 min•Ep. 6
I grew up watching Kevin Nealon on SNL, and now he’s on my podcast. Are you joking??? Along with being an incredible comedian, Kevin tells me about his lifelong passion for drawing. His new book “ I Exaggerate: My Brushes with Fame ” features stories about celebrities he’s met, accompanied by caricatures he’s drawn of them. Kevin even gives me a peek at what my caricature would look like. Plus, he shares the origins of Hans & Franz and why his current show might be the most “breathtaking” wo...
Oct 26, 2022•38 min•Ep. 5
If my life was a musical comedy, I'd ask Rachel Bloom to write, direct, AND star in it. The actress, singer/songwriter, and comedian tells me about her quest to make musical comedy actually funny (like, literally laugh-out-loud funny), dealing with ADHD, and what it’s like being a female comedian. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. Joining Lemonada Pre...
Oct 19, 2022•33 min•Ep. 4
There are an unbelievable amount of things actor Tristen Winger and I have in common – our love for music, our interest in engineering, our early graduation from high school, and losing our cool in front of our biggest idols. But something that really stuck out to me when I talked to the "Insecure" and "So Help Me Todd" actor was his ability to make his dreams come true through manifestation. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners. St...
Oct 12, 2022•43 min•Ep. 3
I did a podcast with my childhood crush and favorite member of NSYNC, and only freaked out a few times. The incredible Lance Bass tells me about growing up while performing with NSYNC. As a closeted teen, Lance had to hide a lot about himself. But no longer – Lance lives proudly as his true self with his husband and two children. Plus, he invites me to Disney World and all I can think about is eating a turkey leg. Please note, Funny Cuz It’s True contains mature themes and may not be appropriate...
Oct 05, 2022•46 min•Ep. 2
