Nikki and Brian are back from the big special taping in Seattle with lots of fun behind-the-scenes details to recap. They share who came down to Nikki's shows in California last week to support her, the paint incident and who saved the day, all the Besties that came through, and some life-changing conversations with friends. Also, Nikki and Brian talk about what they imagine when they work out, the best movie trailers and Nikki's 'resting face. Brian brings up a story about two friends meeting i...
Dec 21, 2023•59 min
It's a wet hair podcast day! Brian can't tell if he is upset or not when his personality was compared to a shoe or an oatmeal cookie that's been sitting in a car. Is it better to show up early or late? Nikki can't imagine how Brian has to 'writhe' in pain all day. She recently experienced life-ending fear for 0.1 seconds after a prank goes wrong. They talk about guy friendships and if being called a bitch is really all that bad. In the Final Thought, Brian talks about his heart condition, Noa po...
Dec 08, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Nikki has her longtime friend Carmen Lynch joining from Astoria, NY, Nikki's old stomping ground. Carmen has two specials coming out, one in English on Mark Normand's YouTube Channel (12/12) and the other in Spanish on Filmin (12/15). Together, they dive into the nitty-gritty of navigating through a comedy special, sharing insights into their 'grab bagging it' writing process and swapping stories about audience members who think it's okay to put their feet up on the stage. Brian agrees with Carm...
Dec 07, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Nikki is two weeks shy of recording her newest special in Seattle, WA at the Moore Theater and she's got feelings about it! She tells Brian and Noa why a "slow hammer" from a scene in Fargo always scares her. Nikki's Spotify Wrapped will not be a surprise to Besties, but there sure is a lot to learn about Brian's. Could social media cause the end of the world? Nikki is on her way to Toronto, and she is not looking forward to going through hell, aka Customs. Brian shares a time he got arrested at...
Dec 01, 2023•58 min
Nikki is reading a third of a new book called "Letting Go." She may need to use the techniques to calm her disdain for the cult leader on 'Escaping Twin Flames.' Taylor is nervous about getting sucked too hard at the dentist, and Noa has a weird new phobia. Brian tries to give Nikki a new perspective on the end of the world and fills her in on Tim Dillon's Thanksgiving party. Remember to watch "Fboy Island" on the CW app. Nikki recaps a charity event she hosted where she witnessed someone get KO...
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr 6 min
It's never too late to enlighten your mom about the cryptic language of high school, like 'getting on each other' meant. Nikki does exactly that and tells Julie and Brian how she recently got lucky. Julie helps Nikki manifest good things. They dive into a recap of their conversation with the one and only Kathy Griffin. Nikki has a prediction for Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce. Julie talks about her trip to Europe and the old traditional thing she participated in. In the Final Thought, they talk...
Nov 23, 2023•1 hr 6 min
It feels great to welcome Kathy Griffin back to the stage after a 6-year hiatus. Nikki brings her mom, Julie, along for the celebration. Kathy gets vulnerable about touring after the 'photo' and surviving cancer. Nikki and Kathy have a lot in common; they don't enjoy crowd work, share a similar writing process, and love to roast celebrities on stage. In fact, Kathy shares some experiences of run-ins with some ill-mannered stars! In the Final Thought, Kathy encourages Nikki to go on some gay crui...
Nov 23, 2023•1 hr 1 min
It's a full house as Nikki is fresh-faced after her Morpheus 8 treatment. Anya is back on the pod to help guide Nikki through her new burn. Brian had a laser hair removal experience that may have been less painful than being forced to sit at a one-man show. If you see a blonde woman zooming down a mountain on skis, it could be Nikki on vacation. She and Anya have an update on their cover band now that Nikki is almost at the point of finding her 'real singing voice.' In the Final Thought, they ca...
Nov 17, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Nikki spills the tea about 'what happened to Anya?' Don't worry; she will be back to say hi tomorrow. Taylor is in the studio for the hang, while Nikki recounts her time at the Bob Saget Scleroderma Fundraiser. She talks about the comedians she caught up with and the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity she had to introduce The Counting Crows. Maybe she gushed a little too hard over Adam Duritz, but it was totally worth it. They discuss which art form is more vulnerable—singing or performing comedy. F...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Nikki is knee-deep in preparing for her upcoming special, and having to scrutinize herself is painful! She and Brian share similar feelings about seeing themselves on camera, but only one of them has 'civil war face'. Brian provides a spoiler-free review of "Killers of The Flower Moon." While Nikki excels at understanding other people's experiences, beware—she is in her 'Calling Out' Era. It's not cool to remind someone that you've met them before. Noa has a unique way of measuring distance, kil...
Nov 10, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Nikki is joined by her boyfriend, Chris, after a long weekend of East Coast shows. Together, they peruse the kind notes received from Besties in Boston and Baltimore. Nikki recaps the experience of renting a movie theater and inviting Besties and fans to watch Taylor Swift's "ERAS." Chris and Nikki have been keeping up with "The Golden Bachelor," but Nikki encountered unsettling news about "FBOY Island." She contemplates whether she needs more enemies, possibly gaining a new one after being cut ...
Nov 09, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Nikki is thrilled that butterfly clips are back in style! She also appreciates when people hold themselves accountable for their blunders. Nikki shares with Brian and Taylor how couples therapy has helped her this week. They cover their favorite Halloween candies, discuss how they developed their signatures, and reflect on what Nikki learned from spending time with her family. Taylor gives a quick lesson about 'paraphilia', which leads Nikki to discuss her curious searches involving the word 'da...
Nov 02, 2023•1 hr 3 min
After stopping in Kansas over the weekend, Nikki had a great Pilates class instructed by her best friend, Kerstin. Nikki is getting used to not being good at the torturous exercise created by 'Joe Pilates'. Brian is out for this one, so Nikki, Taylor, and Noa try to find an understandable explanation for the learning curve on their own. Taylor brings up new history in Wisconsin. They discuss non-judgment and the difference between visualization versus manifestation. Nikki and Taylor drop some en...
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Nikki loves looking 'snatched,' and she couldn't help but get a little snappy at her pilates class or go 'buck wild' at her therapist's office. She shares a story told to her by a Bestie when life imitated the podcast. Nikki is an experienced traveler when it comes to transporting her guitar, but that doesn't mean she wants you to talk to her about it. They discuss brow lifts and cosmetic surgery before diving into Nikki's Reddit Dump. They all have a good laugh over this video by Hanna Dickinso...
Oct 27, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Nikki is back home in STL, and her friend Taylor joins her in the studio. The consensus is that a lot of people need naps. Nikki and Taylor reminisce about the social order of their high school, which naturally leads to some discourse about Columbine. Brian is greatly perturbed by dueling commercials. Nikki talks about an adventure she had with Tom Sandoval after appearing on his podcast and shares the amazing gift he got her. In the Final Thought, they dissect the concept of cheating and the ef...
Oct 26, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Nikki and Brian are together in LA, joined by their bestie and comedian, Carlisle Forrester . Carlisle has coined a new term for aging that absolutely needs to be adopted universally. Brian is dealing with a radio frequency issue. Nikki is a new believer in grounding. While she's in LA doing press, she's also meeting a new dog up for adoption. She spills the beans on the FBoy Island premiere party, a hilarious incident at Starbucks, and her thoughts on appearing on Tom Sandoval's podcast. Brian ...
Oct 19, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Everyone made the effort to put their shades on and let their guard down. Nikki's getting set to do a bunch of press hits for the premiere of FBoy Island (10/16). Brian searches Brainy Quotes to find what Nikki has said in her career as a public person. Anya's been saving some quotes that sound more like Nikki. Nikki is back to 'gooning' and finding new ways to flirt with her boyfriend. Anya recommends BECKHAM, and Nikki is reminded of Rob McElhenny's genius and a scene she loves from It's Alway...
Oct 12, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Nikki has a surprise in studio! His name is Brian Frange! While staying in St. Louis Brian gets a first hand account of how Chris Convy goes the extra mile. The cast of the show get a little closer as they all guess each other's heights, and learn about their pee. Nikki was entertained by a family at her airport gate. She talks more about not wanting kids, people who are jealous of youth and advice that parents need to hear. While reading another chapter of The Four Agreements, Nikki asks how to...
Oct 11, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Nikki's dad, EJ, stops by the pod, and Nikki has to explain why she rarely calls him. Nikki watched "The Golden Bachelor" with her parents. She shares a new joke premise she's working on that involves older people criticizing younger people. Anya is not up to date on cultural references, while Brian shares interesting facts about David Copperfield. In the news segment, they cover "Monk Mode," old books to read, bed bugs, and a football moment that Nikki accurately predicted. Gather round for "St...
Oct 05, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Nikki loved the response she got from Chris when she sent him an indecent photo over the weekend. Nikki has been taking a secret class, and she can already hear her best friend Kerstin's giggling reaction to the news. They bring back the news to cover a bear attack, a running joke Nikki has with her dad EJ, Taylor Swift at MetLife, and a quick review of The Morning Show. Nikki shares her Reddit Dump, and Chris brings one of his own. In The Final Thought, Nikki learns why guys say "OTR," and they...
Oct 04, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Nikki is in the studio with Chris in their home! Anya and Matt have been asking each other head-scratching questions. Chris and Brian relate when it comes to a two-week-old haircut. They are all astounded by how crazy The Morning Show has become, but don't worry, there's nothing to be spoiled. While preparing for her next special, Nikki and Chris realized that there is no happy medium in comedy at the moment. A toddler at a restaurant inspires a new joke; is there a consensus on looking hot? Nik...
Sep 28, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Nikki is a little less gross thanks to her new living situation. She recaps her hang with Lizzy Cooperman over the weekend working at a country club. In anticipation of Fboy Island Season 3 (10/16 on the CW), Anya asks if the contestants really fall in love. Nikki gives her insight and why she would make the perfect first date. Everyone is buzzing about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. A bad experience at a hotel leads to a conversation about working out. Brian and Anya duel over their favorite on...
Sep 28, 2023•1 hr 24 min
Nikki's got her BFF Taylor McGraw over. Anya is still adjusting to the term "husband". Nikki recaps highlights from her Chicago & Peoria tour dates. She also recalls getting a compliment from teenagers while she was on the set of FBoy Island along with the teachable moment that ensued. Brian and Taylor bond over their shared difficulty with drawing. They give their thoughts on what they would say about their bodies before lending them out. Brian has a story from Dallas that could have only h...
Sep 22, 2023•1 hr 14 min
When Eric André crashes your podcast, you know you're in for a wild ride! Nikki catches up with her bud and host of Bombing with Eric André . They cover all sorts of topics, can Nikki ever take a vacation? Can Eric be on the new season of FBoy Island? The annual text Nikki gets from Eric, polyamory, tripping and finding meaning. Anya probes Eric about his ideal woman. And before Eric takes off, of course they talk about how to deal with "bombing". In the Final Thought, Brian shares his personal ...
Sep 20, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Nikki's BFF Taylor McGraw stops by the pod in her full "cashew" form. Nikki had a devastating experience in a Beverly Hills dressing room and makes sense of it with the support of her friends. Brian shares how he copes with self hate. After watching Monday Night Football with Chris, Nikki seems well on her way to being one of those overly excited sports fans screaming at the top of her lungs. In The Final Thought, Brian talks about how Aaron Rodger's injury put a damper on his trip to Dallas. . ...
Sep 15, 2023•1 hr 19 min
Nikki is intrigued by Anya's tea date with a new friend. Why can Nikki bare her soul on stage but feels so uneasy at the thought of being on a date? Chris' big birthday surprise is revealed and it ends with Nikki eating salad out of a bag. Brian is perplexed with his wife's obsession about putting things into bags. Nikki has a new stressor, cars hitting a curb. Anya faces a conundrum involving a neighbor caught on her security camera. Nikki is back in her stomping ground, St. Louis, she shows Ch...
Sep 14, 2023•57 min
On this rare occasion it was worth it for Brian to stay up late and work on his Burning Man cartoon because it helped Anya understand what was off about it. Nikki explains how "flailing" people look for meaning. Nikki, Chris and Brian recap celebrating Chris' birthday at Raos in Los Angeles. Nikki revisits a comment she made that got into Deux Moi. Over the weekend, Nikki felt anger like never before when she addressed a heckler in the audience. Anger might be a her new addiction. After telling ...
Sep 08, 2023•1 hr 15 min
In her hotel room, Nikki is joined by her lover Chris Convy and it happens to be his birthday! He explains his unique birthday policy. Nikki brings up the trauma she experienced around Santa Claus as kid. They talk about Nikki's infamous speech at her sister's wedding that disappointed a large portion of the crowd. They talk about movies they walked out of, the show Suits and a date Chris went on in Abu Dhabi. Brian has a lot to say about Burning Man getting buried in mud. In the Final Thought, ...
Sep 06, 2023•1 hr 16 min
Nikki is redefining the expression "cool as a cucumber". She and Brian agree on the trait that takes a comedian to the next level. Prepare to chuckle at the drive-by encouragements that Nikki's best friend Kerstin shouted at college kids over the weekend. Nikki is tired of comedy bits about older people which leads to conversations about genitals swinging and slugging before diving into the Reddit Dump. They question cheating, Fentanyl poisoning and body issues. In the Final Thought: we learn a ...
Aug 31, 2023•1 hr 18 min
Nikki wants to know what it means to mix a song, and fortunately, Anya is currently navigating that process with her new version of Satellite Heart. Brian spent his weekend studying why people are not into Rachel Zegler and found himself agreeing with an anchor on Fox. They dissect the controversy behind the Snow White movie and why it's where woke and anti-woke people meet. Nikki wants everyone to know that sometimes life isn't fair. They share stories about getting bad news about a job. In the...
Aug 30, 2023•1 hr 15 min
