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Rob Lowe welcomes his long-time friend, Robert Wagner, for a deep dive into their shared history and Wagner's unparalleled career. They share personal anecdotes, including Rob's Austin Powers impersonation and Wagner's encounters with Cary Grant and Frank Sinatra. The conversation spans Wagner's foundational years as a contract player at Fox, the wisdom of Spencer Tracy, memorable film sets like "The Towering Inferno," and the dramatic evolution of Hollywood from the studio system to the present day. Wagner reflects on his enduring marriage to Jill St. John and his gratitude for a remarkable life at 95.
Kristin and Rob made a movie together in Africa! “Sex and the City” star Kristin Davis joins Rob Lowe to talk about their experience shooting the Netflix movie “Holiday in the Wild” in Zambia and South Africa (featuring snakes, sharks, lions, and elephants), her incredible animal activism, why they both signed up for the thriller “Atomic Train” in the ‘90s, her new podcast “Are You a Charlotte?,” their sobriety journeys, and much more. Plus, Rob tries to guess the identity of Kristin’s mystery e...
Rob hopes Matthew Modine wears Crocs the next time they meet! Actor Matthew Modine joins Rob Lowe to discuss the 40th anniversary of “Vision Quest,” working with the legendary filmmaker Stanley Kubrick, their collaboration on “The Hotel New Hampshire,” and much more. Plus, Matthew and Rob share the story of a stunt gone wrong that left Rob injured! Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe ! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your...
Julia and Rob are like family! Actress Julia Garner, the critically acclaimed star of Netflix hits like "Ozark" and "Inventing Anna," joins Rob Lowe to discuss her "blended family" with the Lowes, her experience at clown school in France, an update on playing Madonna in an upcoming film, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe ! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hoste...
Gary Sinise and Rob are eternally thankful for our veterans! Actor, musician, and advocate Gary Sinise joins Rob Lowe to discuss completing his late son Mac’s album, celebrating more than thirty years of “Forrest Gump,” leaving Los Angeles for Nashville, his amazing charity work for veterans, and much more. Our thoughts are with all those affected by the wildfires in Southern California. If you can, please consider supporting those impacted, as well as first responders, by donating to the LAFD F...
Josh and Rob are Santa Barbara brothers! Recorded live in Montecito, actor and author Josh Brolin joins Rob Lowe to discuss his memories from the “Goonies” set, why he wasn’t sure his “Men in Black 3” co-star Tommy Lee Jones liked him, his troublemaking youth with the Cito Rats, and the writing process behind his memoir, “From Under the Truck.” This episode was recorded on November 22, 2024. Our thoughts are with all those affected by the wildfires in Southern California. If you can, please cons...
Gene and Rob are here to explain magazines to Gen Z! Legendary KISS frontman and business mogul Gene Simmons joins Rob Lowe to discuss his relationships with the "Holy Trinity" (Cher, Diana Ross, and Liza Minnelli), the surprising historical origins of the classic KISS makeup, his experience as a sixth-grade teacher, and some moving memories of his mother, an amazing woman and Holocaust survivor. Our thoughts are with all those affected by the wildfires in Southern California. If you can, please...
Mel and Rob want you to share this episode with someone in your life who needs to hear it! Mel Robbins, the best-selling author and host of "The Mel Robbins Podcast," joins Rob Lowe to discuss two words that could change your life, the importance of personal responsibility, tips for dealing with rejection, and much more. This episode was recorded in December 2024. Our thoughts are with all those affected by the wildfires in Southern California. If you can, please consider supporting those impact...
Bill and Rob are talking all things Brat Pack and Yacht Rock! Bill Simmons, host of the popular Bill Simmons Podcast and producer of the new HBO documentary "Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary," joins Rob Lowe to discuss the parallels between yacht rock and the Brat Pack, what’s in store for the "St. Elmo’s Fire" sequel, Bill’s recent documentary projects with HBO and Netflix, and much more. You can watch the full episode on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe ! Got a question for Rob? Call our...
Ken Burns and Rob Lowe are passionate about history! Legendary documentarian Ken Burns joins Rob Lowe to discuss the genius of Leonardo da Vinci, how to make the American Revolution feel modern, the surprising story behind his classic nine-episode "Civil War" series, why Ken believes history does not repeat itself, and much more. "Leonardo da Vinci" is now streaming! You can watch the full episode on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe ! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323...
It’s a special holiday re-release of “Literally!” Katharine McPhee and David Foster join Rob Lowe to discuss their new album, “Christmas Songs,” Rob and David’s decades of friendship, why Rob prefers classic Christmas songs, the surprising origins of the “St. Elmo's Fire” theme, the genius of Celine Dion, and the incredible story of how Rob and David managed to prank President Clinton, Barbra Streisand, and Quincy Jones. Note: This episode was recorded in November 2023. You can watch the full ep...
The legendary director of “The Outsiders,” “The Godfather” trilogy, and “Apocalypse Now” reunites with Rob Lowe to discuss memories from “The Outsiders” auditions, the passing of his wife and longtime collaborator Eleanor Coppola, his new film “Megalopolis,” and much more. You can watch the full episode on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe ! “Megalopolis” is available to rent at home right now. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get feature...
Actor and comedian Paul Reiser joins Rob Lowe to discuss why “Mad About You” still holds up today, the “Stranger Things" character that stole Rob's "St. Elmo's Fire" look, Paul's long-awaited return to stand-up comedy, and much more. You can watch the full episode on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe ! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information a...
Lee-Lee and RoLo are back together! Comedian Bobby Lee joins Rob Lowe for a rollicking conversation, covering everything from sobriety and spirituality to Family Feud and Bobby’s "stickiness." You can watch the full episode on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe ! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal d...
Rob Lowe and Tim Shriver are on a mission to end the culture of divisiveness! Activist and Chairman of the Special Olympics, Timothy Shriver, joins Rob Lowe to discuss how to disagree with dignity, tips for finding common ground, Shriver-Kennedy family dinners, Tim’s new podcast “Need a Lift?,” and much more. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about...
Sarah and Rob cover everything from "SNL" to AI in this jam-packed episode of "Literally!" Stand-up comedian and actress Sarah Silverman joins Rob Lowe to discuss their love of classic sitcoms, her lawsuit with OpenAI, the 50th anniversary of "Saturday Night Live," her new podcast, and much more. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti...
“Saturday Night Live” legend Dana Carvey is the first member of the “Literally” three-timers club! Dana joins Rob Lowe to discuss their favorite impressions, the time Garth from “Wayne’s World” met Hannibal Lecter, the best movies of the past 20 years, the genius of Martin Short and Steve Martin, and more. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about ou...
Rob Lowe thinks Bob Parsons is living the American dream. The billionaire founder of GoDaddy and Parsons Xtreme Golf joins Rob Lowe to discuss his struggle with PTSD, the story behind his iconic GoDaddy Super Bowl commercials, learning how to code from a book, buying a golf course for $100,000, failing the fifth grade, and more. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com f...
Rob is in his happy place talking baseball with Jomboy! Baseball commentator and content creator Jimmy "Jomboy" O'Brien, who has amassed over one billion total views on his Jomboy Media channel, joins Rob Lowe to discuss the 2024 World Series, the secret to effective lip-reading, baseball’s return to the center of culture, how Jomboy Media combined backyard baseball with reality television to create the Warehouse Games, the passing of baseball icon Fernando Valenzuela, and much more. Got a quest...
Rob Lowe welcomes actor and filmmaker Mark Duplass to discuss his fascinating journey into the paranormal with shows like "Crimes of the Paranormal" and "Out There," exploring his philosophy that "it's more fun to believe." Duplass shares insights into his new, independently-funded Netflix series "Penelope," a unique YA drama he personally financed after industry rejections, hoping to blaze a new trail for outlier television. They also touch on the challenges of working with family, mental well-being, digital detox, and the surprising freedoms of becoming empty nesters.
Kim and Rob have had front-row seats to Hollywood's transformation! Legendary Hollywood journalist Kim Masters joins Rob Lowe to discuss the state of entertainment, the once-in-a-generation star power of Tom Cruise, a hilarious memory from the "West Wing" cast, the future of the Disney company, the scarcity of great sitcoms on streaming services, and much more. Plus, Rob talks to a fellow Daytonian about curiosity! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could g...
Jay and Rob love their celebrity impressions! "Saturday Night Live" alum Jay Pharoah joins Rob Lowe to discuss hosting the Fox game show "The Quiz with Balls" and showcase his spot-on impressions of Denzel Washington, Will Smith, Charles Barkley, SNL creator Lorne Michaels, and more. Jay’s new comedy special, “Jared,” is now streaming on YouTube! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...
Rob and Jeff are looking back at 1980s hair metal! Filmmaker and "Jackass" co-creator Jeff Tremaine joins Rob Lowe to discuss the new docu-series “Nöthin’ But A Good Time: The Uncensored Story of ‘80s Hair Metal.” They dive into Rob's memories of living with Vince Neil from Mötley Crüe, the influence of MTV, the connection between Shania Twain and Def Leppard, why Mike Myers chose filmmaker Penelope Spheeris to direct “Wayne’s World,” watching Prince open for The Rolling Stones, and more. Plus, ...
Country superstar Keith Urban joins Rob Lowe live from the SiriusXM Garage studio in Los Angeles to discuss their first concerts, getting to Nashville, their sobriety journeys, Keith’s new album, and much more. Plus, Rob and Keith answer questions from fans about their marriages and bucket-list items. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our col...
Jeff and Rob talk film, marriage, and life! Film legend Jeff Bridges joins Rob Lowe to discuss why Jeff’s marriage is an inspiration for Rob and Sheryl, Jeff’s home being caught in a deadly mudslide, the upcoming Tron sequel, their favorite films, memories of filmmaker Peter Bogdanovich, and the new season of Jeff's show, “The Old Man.” Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswi...
Cook, author, and now television host Erin French joins Rob Lowe to discuss her unique restaurant, The Lost Kitchen, the signs of a good local restaurant, the secret to a perfect croissant, hibernating in the winter, weeping in the dining room, and why she asks diners to make reservations via postcards (seriously!). Don’t miss her new show, "Getting Lost with Erin French," on the Magnolia Network. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the...
Rob and the Chernin brothers love a good high school movie! “Always Sunny” writers and “Incoming” filmmakers Dave and John Chernin join Rob Lowe to discuss their new high school comedy film on Netflix, their admiration for Danny DeVito, Rob’s classmate who might have inspired Sean Penn’s character in “Fast Times at Ridgemont High,” other projects featuring the “Always Sunny” bar (including “St. Elmo’s Fire”), bone-fishing with Marlon Brando’s son, and much more! Got a question for Rob? Call our ...
David and Rob are always on TV! “SEAL Team” and “Bones” actor David Boreanaz joins Rob Lowe to discuss the final season of “SEAL Team” on CBS, nearly drowning in alligator-infested waters, their memories of working with Rob’s brother Chad, getting discovered while walking his dog, and much more. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collect...
Lamorne and Rob had so much fun on the set of “Unstable” season 2 (out now on Netflix!). “New Girl” star Lamorne Morris joins Rob Lowe to discuss his role as Peter in “Unstable,” the legacy of Chris Farley, how he prepared for the his film about the first episode of “Saturday Night Live,” his Emmy-nominated work in the new season of "Fargo,” some of the advice Rob gave to Lamorne on-set, and much more. Catch Rob and Lamorne in season 2 of "Unstable," on Netflix now! Got a question for Rob? Call ...
Jamie and Rob want you to listen to your dreams! IT Cosmetics founder and podcast host Jamie Kern Lima joins Rob Lowe to discuss her journey from Denny's waitress to the founder of a billion-dollar cosmetics brand, finding inspiration in dreams, cheering yourself on, not taking rejection personally, and her new podcast, “The Jamie Kern Lima Show.” Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. ...
