Laura Cain After Dark

The Infamous Jello

Guy Cry Movies & Gratefulness

Since this episode drops during Thanksgiving week, we go around the room and share what we are grateful for this year. When it gets sappy, one of the boys chimes in with a funny smart-ass comment. We do mean everything we say, though! Erik gets recognized looking his worst after a sweaty yoga class. He also gives his review of "Wicked." Did you know that AMC has rules you must follow when you see it? Laura talks about her newsroom assignments asking people on the street about Black Friday and po...

Meet Two Wonder Women!

Inspiring, beautiful, strong, and resilient....just a few adjectives to describe our guests in this episode. First up is the founder of Dune Jewelry, Holly Daniels Christensen, and how she went from leaving her home at 15 to making jewelry at her kitchen table to a multi-million dollar business. You've gotta see Erik's reaction when Laura gives him a special Dune ring. It's priceless. Then, Klea Melville, founder and face of The Doll Face Club, joins us in the studio. She went from living on the...

Why Mom, Why_

Laura's mom is hilarious. We ask her about the gross dishes she used to serve up for the holidays when Laura was little. The laughs are off the charts. She's so embarrassed explaining the ingredients of these horrid creations that she almost pees her pants laughing. This will make you laugh for sure. Laura puts the boys to the test with some brain teasers and a trivia contest, which Bryan is sure he'll conquer. Does he? See you next week with two special guests and our "thankful" episode. Love y...

YouTube University

What have you learned from the incredible source—YouTube University? Laura just learned how to apply tape-in extensions to her head by watching a video. Erik learned how to fix his car. What have you learned? The Hideous Temu Christmas Contest is coming up next month. It's going to be absolutely horrific according to Laura and Erik, who are buying each other gifts from the website...the most embarrassing, ugly, weird items possible. Whoever loses the contest has to wear and display their horribl...

New Trends-Lame Trends

Remember when mustaches were everywhere and on everything? That trend died fast and so did a bunch of others we make fun of in this episode. We also tell you the latest trends making the rounds these days, like “check-in chicken.” Laura wants to know if she did the right thing while helping her roommate jumpstart her car in a sketchy area. Erik lets an entitled couple have a piece of his mind and what is something you see a lot, but you’re still in awe every time you see it? These are just a few...

San Diego Zoo Stories!

You will love this episode because we feature long-time San Diego Zoo PR woman, philanthropist, author, lecturer, world traveler, and most importantly animal-lover, Georganne Irvine on the show. She has written a series of books focusing on zoo animals who have overcome challenges. This is one of our most hopeful, beautiful, and inspiring shows to date because of her wisdom and her incredible stories. You will love Georganne! She signed several of her books for us to give away! If you want to wi...

The Word of the Year.

Do you know what it is? Watch or listen to find out during our Rando New segment. Also, what is simple but you're horrible at? Have you caught something sketchy on your Ring Cam? What decade are you most nostalgic for? We also played a game called "Agree or Disagree." For example, pineapple on pizza—agree or disagree? Producer Bryan whips out his old tarot card deck to lead us into the weekend. Coming up soon...our "Stand Up Comedy Competition" and a "Temu Christmas." Follow, comment, share, lik...

The Possessed Doll UPDATE

You won't believe what's been going on at Laura's house since Producer Bryan brought over that haunted doll. We even have her roommate, Antonio, on the show to reveal what has happened to him this week. Double D news is next, and we round out the show with The Voting Game, seeing as it's election week. Who gets the most votes in this funny, crazy card game? Take your mind off the world's messiness and kick back with us. We'll make you giggle or at least smile. Love your podcast! Become a support...

I Ditched My Own Party!

If you love hearing Laura's mom reluctantly join the show, you won't want to miss this one. We call her to ask about Laura's inappropriate costumes when she was just a kid. Mary will crack you up! Laura and her roommate threw a pre-Halloween party last week that took a crazy turn. What kind of adventures do Laura and her friends encounter when they venture away and did anyone even realize they were gone!?? Laura has some off-the-wall Halloween factoids that'll blow your mind. And, she puts the g...

The Possessed Doll...

Producer Bryan always does something creepy for our Halloween week shows. This year he presented us with a doll he bought from a woman who claims it has a spirit attached to it. Now, she sits in Laura's living room. Stay tuned for creepy incidents. Do you like real ghost stories? We share our encounters with the paranormal and Laura has a bunch! Erik's is pretty surreal. We also do our Daily Dirt report which includes news that Lisa Vanderpump is being bumped from her show! This is a must-watch,...

Something Scary Is Coming...

Producer Bryan has something cooked up for our Halloween show next week that will either fall flat or change Laura's life forever in a paranormal sense. You can't miss it. What's Your Price makes a return. For example, "What's your price for a hot tub with your whole family naked?" or "What's your price for gaining 100 pounds you can never lose?" We also talk about a creepy documentary you have to see and we try a mind meld game. Do we vibe or not? Do we look good with pink and red hair? haha. L...

Why You Shouldn't Be Cheap

Never Have I Ever (1)

You know the game “Never Have I Ever?” We play it round and round, and we drink lots and lots of…. not alcohol…but something else gross. Who do you think drinks the most? Laura managed to get herself into a wardrobe malfunction twice this month. Join us at California Farm Life in Ramona on Sat the 19th at 1 pm. -biggest pumpkin patch in town -highland mini cows -biggest pallet maze ever -U-Pick Sunflowers -tractors to climb on, food, a gift shop, photo ops. -it’s FREE!!! We’d love to see you the...

How To Get Banned From The Oscars

You won't believe this story about Laura's official banishment from the Academy Awards. This isn't the only thing she's been banned from. She admits what she got in trouble for at work last week that has her banned, yet again. You also won't believe the dog toy she bought for Elvis the other day, either. This leads us to discuss where and when we had to GO #2 in an emergency. Nothing beats the story Erik shares with us. OMG Then, Erik gets down to business with the Daily Dirt including "words" e...

Free Family Halloween Fun

🎃 *Join Us for a Free Family Day at California Farm Life!* 🌾 Mark your calendars for October 19th at 1 PM! We're thrilled to invite you and your family to a fun-filled day at the California Farm Life pumpkin patch in Ramona! Experience the joy of our enchanting pallet maze, meet adorable mini Highland cows, and make unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Everyone is welcome, so bring your friends and family along! In this episode, we dive into some entertaining topics, including proper m...

The INSANE Mystery Guest

Trust us when we say you have never seen a guest like this on our podcast. It's shocking and unusual, but you will immediately fall in love. All the links will be on our website www.lauracainafterdark.com. Erik delivers a healthy dose of Double D celebrity gossip including a tragic week for Madonna and more victims come forward in the Diddy case. Are A-list celebs paying off people to keep their mouths shut? Juicy stuff. Thanks for watching. Make sure to subscribe because it makes us feel cool. ...

Search History REVEALED!

This is the most embarrassing YouTube search history ever and Producer Bryan brings it to light in this episode. Which of us looks up the saddest, most awkward, craziest videos? This is armpit sweat-inducing. It's Producer Bryan's Wild Card segment. Do you know your movie quotes? Erik puts us to the test with a new book he just bought. And, have you ever played The Awkward Turtle game? Sounds innocent enough, right? It becomes shocking not even halfway through as Laura pits the boys against each...

Swap Meets to Celebrities

In this wild episode, Laura shares her crazy morning at the Spring Valley Swap Meet, filled with unexpected twists and funny turns. Erik dives head first into the latest in Double D Showbiz news, revealing some juicy gossip surrounding Diddy that you won't want to miss. Special correspondent Laura also joins in to discuss the world's richest celebrities, who hooked up on the Brady Bunch and what’s all the fuss about about Yellowstone? Laura doesn’t get it. Thank you for tuning in to another fun ...

We're Bringing Crazy Back.

Our last episode was amazing, but a little heavy so we lighten things up during this one. We start with Erik referring to himself as an "otter" and not a "bear" because of his poofy chest hair. But he's a skinny hairy guy so that makes him an Otter. Bears are more husky. Now you know. While Laura was down for the count with the flu last week, she watched a ton of TV and she has some MUST-SEE shows for you to check out. We toss around a list of the most overrated movies and the best horror movies...

Don't Say Schwarzenegger with Anne Greene

This is a can't-miss episode. It features Anne Greene, a survivor of a horrible attack that almost killed her. It happened outside a luxurious club in Los Angeles when she tried to help someone who was being beaten. This story is about privilege, justice or no justice, corruption, wealth, and power with significant celebrity ties. You won't believe it! Justice for Anne. Follow her journey on TikTok or IG @Anne--Greene or @AnnemalGreene. You won't believe this story. Thank you for listening and f...

The Sound Bath Experience

This episode is full of inspiring stories, journeys, and people dedicated to making this a better world. If you want to feel uplifted, inspired, and hopeful, you must watch and listen. We end with a very special “Sound Bath” experience that will put you at ease and give you peaceful vibes. We hope this brings you happiness and light. Love your podcast. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support ....

A Visionary’s Journey

Special guest, Michael Adam Cohen, joins us in-studio to talk about his passion for kids in a GROUNDBREAKING EDUCATION INITIATIVE: ASPIRE TO GREATNESS. A celebrated change agent and global influencer, Michael celebrates his 50th birthday with a reflection on an extraordinary journey sharing his powerful story of overcoming challenges and making a global impact. You won’t want to miss this interview. We start the show with a juicy Double D News Report including…who’s a new billionaire, and shocki...

Cringy Acting Auditions

Laura tries her best to audition for little parts here and there and her efforts are critiqued by Erik and Producer Bryan.. Does she show any promise at all in landing a role? Laura calls her mom on the show to ask her a question about something she wants to do. Is it creepy or cool? We also talk TV shows and our celeb look-a-likes. We round out the show with special guest, Gary Bell, who is helping the LGBTQ + community collect much-needed supplies. He has a great story. You can help by clickin...

Date Night DOWNTOWN

Wait til you hear about our big Gaslamp date night this past weekend. It was all kinds of crazy. Some guy in line at Marshalls said something to Erik that blew his head up so big it barely fit through the doors. a big concert on Friday night leads to a big fight. Double D news, which is our version of the latest showbiz gossip. And, special guest, Ellen Robin, joins us in-studio to talk about the Scadaddle 5K walk on Saturday to raise awareness and funds for research into what causes this little...

Down The Rabbit Hole.

Things goes off the rails right from the get...and it just gets crazier from there. if you want to hear Erik in rare form, the naughtiness in full effect, then get ready for the ride. He is on one during this show for sure. While it makes Laura and Producer Bryan uncomfortable and uneasy at times, it's also hysterical and the laughter is plentiful. Laura just about pees her pants. We joke, we tease, we laugh, we try to inform, we entertain, we keep you company, we provide a much needed fun escap...

Things We Can't Comprehend

What can’t you wrap your brain around no matter how many times it’s explained to you? We discuss the things we just don’t get this episode. And OMG there is a new show you MUST watch if you wanna be shocked and entertained. It’s crazy! Big Double D News report including the sad news about Mariah Carey, lots of juicy gossip about Ben and Jen’s break-up and a list of celebrities who are horrible to work with according to people on the set. And, coming soon, our “Wedding Dress Virgin” outing for th...

Bucket List Bonanza

Do YOU have an actual Bucket List? Have you ever written down what you want to do in your lifetime? Laura gave everyone this homework assignment over the weekend so we share the lists with you during this episode. It's kinda weird, but this proves, once again, that Laura and Erik are soulmates! Just wait! Do you have a celebrity connection? Are you related to anyone famous? Do you personally know someone who's in the spotlight? We DO and we spill all of our secrets. Name-dropping, anyone? Haha! ...

Laura's NEW Love Interest_

A psychic told Laura that a new love is coming and that her life is about to turn around. She even picked the WORST CARD in the tarot deck…upside down. What does that mean? She gives us the deets. Laura attempts to meet Vanilla Ice at an event over the weekend. Does she succeed? Erik delivers what could be the best, most gossipy, juicy Double D news segment we’ve ever had including an interview with a woman who knew “The Ketamine Queen” back in the day. This is one hell of a ride. Strap in! Love...

You CANNOT Say THAT!!!!!

Strap in because Erik is particularly naughty during this episode. If that side of him tickles your funny bone, you'll love this episode! Laura is hysterically laughing but horrified at the same time. What should you never cheap out on? Laura begins the episode with something she'll never buy at bargain basement prices ever again. What celebrities who seem to be on the up and up are a little bit suspicious to you? Laura shares a funny list that you'll most likely agree with! Rando News includes ...