KP Parker and Josh Gondelman welcome comedian and self-proclaimed cozy queen Shelby Wolstein into the pillow fort for a spirited debate on duvets, quilts, and the Swedish sleep method. What You’ll Hear The Cozy Code: Shelby reveals her full-time commitment to comfort — from projector screens in every room to her horizontal lifestyle philosophy. Santa, Why?: The trio compares childhood Santa confusion stories (including Josh’s theory that being “irrelevant” hurts more than being naughty). Kiss, M...
Dec 21, 2025•24 min
Josh Gondelman and Sophia Wilson Pelton try to remember the plot of The Lion King—with wildly mixed results. What You'll Hear: Do You Remember?: Sophia attempts to reconstruct the plot of The Lion King from memory, while Josh gently fills in the blanks (and corrects some truly ambitious guesses). Hakuna Matata (Kind Of): Along the way, they discuss live-action lions, dad catchphrases, and why every childhood movie memory feels like a dream you only half recall. CHAPTERS 00:00 Good evening & ...
Dec 20, 2025•20 min
KP Parker and Josh Gondelman trade holiday secrets and karaoke wisdom in this cozy listener-advice special. What You’ll Hear: Traditions, Unwrapped: From blackout curtains to blackout window paint, the hosts get real about family rituals and the joy of making (and breaking) new ones. Elf on the Shelf? Absolutely Not: KP and Josh draw a firm line on mischievous elves — and offer gentler, lower-stress holiday magic instead. Beginner Karaoke Bangers: The duo shares their go-to songs for first-timer...
Dec 19, 2025•21 min
Josh Gondelman and Sophia Wilson Pelton scroll through the internet’s coziest corners. What You'll Hear: Listener Love: Josh and Sophia remind Nightly fans that they want to hear your questions and goodnight messages—because communication is a two-way street, even at bedtime. Home Sweet Nest: Sophia shares her nesting adventures and the fine line between “adult décor” and “sensual tapestry bedroom guy. ”Scroll for You: Sophia leads Josh down a TikTok rabbit hole about an ultra-luxury grocery sto...
Dec 18, 2025•21 min
Jacquis Neal and Sophia Wilson Pelton host a full house in the pillow fort, joined by writer and comedian Peyton Dix for a night of cozy chaos and wild inventions. What You’ll Hear: Sleepover Revival: The trio mourns the loss of adult sleepovers and debate the merits of firm mattresses, floor mats, and sleeping “like a mummy.” Bad Business Bonanza: Everyone takes turns pitching half-baked business ideas — from social apps and self-driving bathroom chairs to a competition for who can stay offline...
Dec 17, 2025•22 min
Jacquis Neal and Matt Bragg stay up late with writer and cultural critic Ira Madison III for a dreamy deep dive into soap operas and the fine art of an afternoon nap. What You’ll Hear: From “The Floor” to the Pillow: Ira shares behind-the-scenes stories from his stint on the trivia show The Floor, and why losing on TV was still a win. Naps, Novels, and Nightcaps: The trio trade cozy talk about their favorite ways to unwind — from post-lunch naps to baseball-game snoozes. Soaps and Scandals: A gl...
Dec 16, 2025•26 min
KP Parker and Kristen Meinzer welcome comedian Moshe Kasher for an episode full of bedtime grievances, bad furniture, and deep love for Star Trek: The Next Generation . What You’ll Hear: Beam Me to Bedtime: Moshe reveals his sleep routine, complete with nightly comfort from LeVar Burton and the utopian calm of ‘90s-era Star Trek. Mouth Guards & Mini Skirts: The hosts trade sleep complaints and solutions, from jaw pain and pillow quests to the eternal struggle of sitting comfortably on a benc...
Dec 15, 2025•26 min
Sophia Wilson Pelton and Kristen Meinzer unwrap their Spotify Wrapped — and their subconscious minds. What You'll Hear: Wrapped & Revealed: Sophia confronts the hard truth of her “listening age” (74!) and Kristen reflects on a year of Minnesota mentions. Turns out, our hosts have their own Hatch Wrapped surprises too. Dreams Decoded: Kristen dreams of a mystery celebrity who might just be her inner star, while Sophia falls for Selena Gomez in a Sprinter van romance for the ages. CHAPTERS 00:...
Dec 14, 2025•22 min
Kristen Meinzer and Josh Gondelman trade sleepy animal facts and royal trivia. What You'll Hear: Birthday Blues: Josh reveals that all racehorses share the same birthday—and Kristen connects the dots to royal “official” birthdays (plus, who in the monarchy would win a dance-off). Egg-laying Oddballs: From platypuses to echidnas, they marvel at the rare mammals that lay eggs—and how Australia seems to collect them all. Planet of the Animals: The two ponder evolution, flightless parrots, and what ...
Dec 13, 2025•21 min
KP Parker and Matt Bragg welcome comedian Deanna Ortiz (host of Hatch’s Crime For Bed podcast) for a true-crime bedtime story ripped from reality TV headlines. What You’ll Hear Spam Calls & Scams: With Jen Shah freshly released from prison, Deanna walks KP and Matt through the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star’s infamous telemarketing scheme — and how a life of luxury unraveled on camera. The Rise & Fall of a Housewife: From the “Shah Chalet” to a nationwide fraud operation, the tri...
Dec 12, 2025•25 min
KP Parker and Sophia Wilson Pelton host a slumber party with Joel Kim Booster. Spotify Wrapped & Sleep Trapped: Joel reveals his top artists (and what activity they soundtrack), plus how his new sleep apnea diagnosis is changing his life. Festive Film Debate: The trio decides whether they’d rather star in a Hallmark romance or a Christmas action flick— there are strong opinions when iconography is on the line. Rom-Com Realities: From enemies-to-lovers arcs to messy love triangles, the group ...
Dec 11, 2025•21 min
KP Parker and Jacquis Neal debate the dreamiest worlds—cartoon or sci-fi. What You'll Hear: Rewatch Report: KP’s deep in a 30 Rock rewatch, while Jacquis recalls his love for Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Sci-Fi Real Talk: From Minority Report tech nightmares to Men in Black memory wipes, they imagine which fictional futures they could actually survive. Would You Rather?: The duo tackles squeaky shoes versus shoelace sabotage before choosing between life in The Jetsons’ sky-high city or The Flintstones...
Dec 10, 2025•22 min
Kristen Meinzer and Jacquis Neal plan a dream theme park getaway. What You'll Hear: Pets vs. Pillow Space: Kristen confesses to being pet-free, while Jacquis lays down his law—love the animals, but not in his bed. Destination Dollywood: From Disney parks to Six Flags, Jacquis has done it all—but his dream vacation leads straight to Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain wonderland. Rides, Rhinestones & Rest: The two imagine rollercoasters, log cabins, sequined jackets, and Dolly tunes on repeat—all b...
Dec 09, 2025•24 min
Matt Bragg and Sophia Wilson Pelton compare notes on pop culture, pizza nights, and nostalgia. What You'll Hear: Movie Nights & Memories: Sophia revisits Wicked (part two, less magical), while Matt celebrates ten years of love with pizza, Russell Crowe, and a surprisingly great cinema deal. Across the Pond Pop Talk: From British rom-coms to Jimmy Fallon’s Scottish adventure, they swap cultural curiosities and friendly skepticism. Soundtrack of Seventeen: The two reflect on the music that sha...
Dec 08, 2025•22 min
Jacquis Neal and Sophia Wilson Pelton swap schoolyard stories, time-travel hypotheticals, and gratitude in this cozy, candlelit episode. What You’ll Hear: The School Liar: From fake FUBU jerseys to celebrity dads in Oregon, the hosts revisit the harmless fibs and funny fabrications of childhood. Do-Overs & What-Ifs: A reflective chat about the tricky temptation of getting a second chance. Airing of Gratitudes: Jacquis gives thanks for a renewed love of movie musicals, while Sophia honors the...
Dec 07, 2025•20 min
Kristen Meinzer and Sophia Wilson Pelton revisit the magic of slumber parties—and celebrate TV’s eternal queen. What You’ll Hear Sleepover stories: Kristen and Sophia trade childhood memories of VHS tapes, Disney classics, and all-night living-room hangouts. Kristen’s Corner—Betty White edition: A cozy deep dive into the life and legacy of the original First Lady of Television—from The Mary Tyler Moore Show to The Golden Girls. Golden dreams: What Betty’s love story, career, and sunny outlook ca...
Dec 06, 2025•19 min
Josh Gondelman and KP Parker trade cozy chaos for pop culture analysis, diving into bad TV, good albums, and the joy of LA traffic. What You’ll Hear Jolly Good Vibes: KP reports back from a week of board games, dog kisses, and library errands, while Josh recounts a night at Natalie Palamides’ surreal one-woman show. All’s Fair (in Camp and Court): KP gives a full review of Ryan Murphy’s new legal drama starring Kim Kardashian and why even camp can’t save something this boring. West End Girl: Jos...
Dec 05, 2025•21 min
KP Parker and Jacquis Neal swap bedtime confessions and movie memories. What You'll Hear: Snore Patrol: The hosts debate whether snoring is secretly soothing — and if grandpa’s house sounds should be the next Hatch sleep track. Sheet Dreams: KP admits it’s time for new bedding, while Jacquis makes a case for the humble top sheet (and the two-blanket lifestyle). Do You Remember?: A cozy recap of The Santa Clause 3, complete with Martin Short’s icy mischief, snow globe loopholes, and holiday nosta...
Dec 04, 2025•18 min
Kristen Meinzer and Jacquis Neal test their pop culture recall—game show style. What You'll Hear: Pop Culture Pop Quiz: Kristen and Jacquis swap stories about their favorite trivia nights, game show appearances, and why “Pop Culture Jeopardy” might be their true calling. Movie Memory Match: The duo dives into a round of Movie Memory, naming as many Robert De Niro films as they can—from Goodfellas to Meet the Parents—and marveling at how deep the De Niro catalog really goes. The De Niro Deep Cuts...
Dec 03, 2025•20 min
Kristen Meinzer and Josh Gondelman host a literary slumber party for the ages. What You'll Hear Guest List Goals: Kristen and Josh imagine which book characters they’d invite to their dream pillow fort—complete with chaos, cat hats, and a few smoldering grudges. Reading Between the Lines: Kristen leans into the dramatic with Miss Havisham and Gatsby himself, while Josh brings along Jordan Baker and a Harlem furniture man with a secret. Bookish Bedlam: From barbershop talk to Brontë backstories, ...
Dec 02, 2025•23 min
Matt Bragg and Josh Gondelman trade office gossip, trolley rage, and sticker envy in a night of good-natured grievances. What You’ll Hear Office Life, Lightly: Matt sets up his new workspace and confesses that “research” mostly involves Oasis documentaries and doodling. Halloween Mix-Ups: Josh and his wife go as the Gallagher brothers—only to be mistaken for Run-DMC—and redeem the night with a tracksuit-themed karaoke marathon. Cart Crimes: Matt vents about people who leave shopping carts loose ...
Dec 01, 2025•21 min
Sophia Wilson Pelton, Jacquis Neal, and Kristen Meinzer build a pillow fort worthy of pop-culture dreams. Scroll for You: Sophia takes everyone down a cozy TikTok rabbit hole—from DIY “pillow nests” to Mariah Carey’s wrinkle-free sleep hacks. The verdict: fun, yes; scientifically sound, maybe not. Catching Z’s with the Stars: The trio revisits Ziwe’s interview with New York’s most club-hopping mayor, Eric Adams, and unpacks why confidence isn’t always a virtue. The OC Effect: Nostalgia reigns as...
Nov 30, 2025•24 min
Josh Gondelman and Matt Bragg swap rejection stories and reward points wisdom. What You’ll Hear Setbacks & small wins: Matt reflects on missing out on a big TV job—then landing a pie sponsorship instead. Josh shares how he handles professional letdowns (and why sometimes he just blames everyone else’s taste). Broken boilers & bad flights: The hosts trade tales of household chaos, customer service headaches, and the eternal question—should you fix it now or hope it fixes itself?Points, pi...
Nov 29, 2025•20 min
KP Parker and Matt Bragg trade sleep tips, ancient mysteries, and mid-air confidence. What You’ll Hear Cozy Confessions: KP’s sleep posture rebellion meets Matt’s electric-blanket enlightenment. The Voynich Vortex: A centuries-old manuscript that makes zero sense—but somehow still begs for a tattoo. Pilot Dreams: Matt’s convinced he could land a plane (with autopilot, obviously), while KP wonders what else we could all be talked through with enough confidence and a headset. CHAPTERS 00:00 Cozy g...
Nov 28, 2025•21 min
Jacquis Neal and Sophia Wilson Pelton swap moving-day woes, design dilemmas, and the week’s trend forecast. What You’ll Hear Couch Conundrums: Sophia’s on the hunt for the perfect sofa.Snooze or Choose: The duo plays a cozy round of trend talk, tackling Balletcore, boneless couches, and secondhand style. Soft Landings: From furniture with no bones to fashion with plenty of flair, Jacquis and Sophia find comfort (and comedy) in the details. CHAPTERS 00:00 Moving news & the great couch debate ...
Nov 27, 2025•21 min
KP Parker and Jacquis Neal trade sneaker stories and TV takes. What You’ll Hear: Shoe Revival: KP updates Jacquis on her latest footwear rotation — from mesh Mary Janes to neon sneakers — and defends rescuing a once-doomed pair from the donation pile. Streaming Strategies: The two unpack Netflix’s holiday release plan for Stranger Things season five, debating binge drops vs. weekly episodes and wondering if nostalgia alone can carry a nine-year-old show. Growing Pains: From the kids of Hawkins t...
Nov 26, 2025•19 min
Kristen Meinzer is joined by actress and writer Nicole Daniels. Together they put on their bonnets and obsess over Little Women. What You’ll Hear Prairie Hearts & Period Pieces: Kristen and Nicole bond over their shared love of corsets, candlelight, and historical cosplay (yes, Nicole even wore her Victorian dress while recording). Little Women, Big Opinions: From Jo’s fire-tossed manuscript to Amy’s redemption arc, the pair unpack sisterly drama, Laurie’s questionable choices, and why Meg j...
Nov 25, 2025•21 min
Jacquis Neal and Matt Bragg build the ultimate snooze pack — one classic comedy at a time. What You’ll Hear Vacation Mode: The hosts dream up their ideal holidays, from all-inclusive resorts to the art of truly doing nothing (no small feat). Comedy Comfort Films: A six-pack of laughs featuring Superbad, Coming to America, Airplane, Anchorman, Elf, and a Jim Carrey classic or two. Laughter as Legacy: Why nostalgia makes comedies stick — and how quoting Anchorman might just be a universal love lan...
Nov 24, 2025•24 min
KP Parker and Sophia Wilson Pelton catch up on Dancing with the Stars and air some...gratitudes. What You’ll Hear The Great Andy Richter Debate: Sophia breaks down this season of Dancing With the Stars' surprise eliminations (and questionable fan votes) while KP investigates the mysterious legacy of Bobby Bones. Dream Journals & Party Games: KP shares her nightly “creative downloads,” including a dream-born game called Convictions that just might be her next big hit. Long Johns & Hospita...
Nov 23, 2025•19 min
Sophia Wilson Pelton and Josh Gondelman plan the ultimate slumber party—chaos and coziness included. Sweater Weather Dreams: The hosts wax poetic about crisp days, cardigans, and the pure joy of autumn layering (before jackets ruin everything). Fantasy Guest List: Each builds a dream slumber party guest list of TV personalities—complete with Miss Rachel, Tyra Banks, Orna from Couples Therapy, Questlove, Charles Barkley, and Lisa Barlow. It’s part therapy session, part fever dream. Reality Check:...
Nov 20, 2025•21 min
