Kelly shares what it’s been like to be off of social media for a month, and then reaching back to the roots of what Waking from the American Dream really means for her, Kelly invites Integral philosopher and co-founder of the Institute for Cultural Evolution, Steve Macintosh, to drill down into the roots of the hyper partisanship of American Politics. This is part one or a two part conversation. Music is co-opted from the co-opted music of the RNC.
Jul 21, 2016•1 hr 1 min
On today’s show, Kelly shares her thoughts on mass shootings, talks about her decision to take a summer sabbatical from social media, and shares about her friendship with the late Garry Shandling. Music by Bo Burnham and George Harrison.
Jun 18, 2016•1 hr 18 min
After traveling near and far, Kelly is home for most of the summer. She is joined on the show by Ben Morrison, comic & actor, who has come to Kelly for clarity & support during a major life change.
Jun 10, 2016•1 hr 25 min
Kelly is joined by Erin Brown, Rick Overton, Richard Green and Chris Bonno to discuss the idea of democracy and how it’s working these days during this election season. Music by Alan Stone, the Jacob Jeffries Band, and Lisa Brigantino.
Mar 22, 2016•1 hr 20 min
Paul Holdengraber, curator and director of the NY Public Library’s highly respected and acclaimed interview series Live from the NYPL, and Kelly talk deeply about the art of conversation. Kelly also discusses with viewers the importance in finding one’s childlike joy in the adult tasks we find daily. Music: "Perfect World" and "Where You're At" by Allen Stone
Feb 24, 2016•1 hr 19 min
Kelly talks about in-groups, the magic of tidying, the empty fullness of being done with her book stuff, and reads a Mary Oliver poem. Music by The Eagles.
Feb 04, 2016•1 hr 5 min
Kelly talks about reinvention, David Bowie's death, her book release and living your life as either a subject or an object.
Jan 14, 2016•1 hr 10 min
Kelly is joined by the usual suspects - Rick Overton, Dylan Brody, and Erin Brown - to wind their way around to find the meaning of life. Dylan talks about a peyote trip at age 11, Erin admits to eating with elderly clergy, and Rick takes us to the edge of the multiverse. Music by Dylan Brody
Jun 17, 2015•1 hr 22 min
Kelly chats with Josh Wheeler, Executive Director of the Thomas Jefferson Center for the Protection of Freedom of Expression, about First Amendment issues like Citizen United, and the Center’s annual Jefferson Muzzle Awards. Music by Eric Bern, Chandler Travis and Afton Hefley.
May 02, 2015•1 hr 23 min
Kelly begins by talking about her wacky morning. She then brings on Katie Goodman and they discuss her video Sorry Babe, You're a Feminist! and why younger women are resisting the term. Kelly then talks about resisting the term atheist and how she has come to find peace with defining her own brand of spirituality. Music by Eric Schwartz.
Apr 27, 2015•1 hr 30 min
Kelly talks about Spring, Fleetwood Mac and the drought. She then chats with Rain Pryor about her first comedy album, "Black & White." Kelly then ends the show sharing about her experience doing a five week run of her solo show, "A Carlin Home Companion." Music by Natasha Agrama
Apr 17, 2015•1 hr 26 min
Cash Peters, author of 12 books and former TV host of "Stranded with Cash Peters," joins Kelly in a revealing conversation about the difference between skepticism and circumspection; what happens when you are willing to believe in life; and how saying yes can change everything.
Nov 30, 2014•1 hr 43 min
Jennifer Edwards, author and actress (and daughter of Blake Edwards) talks with Kelly about her new novel, When Angels Cry, a funny, erotic story of a woman finding herself in the thick of middle-aged challenges. They also discuss acting, their dads and what it’s like to write a book.
Nov 18, 2014•1 hr 31 min
Katie Goodman, comedian/singer/songwriter, and Kelly talk about vulnerability and its place in comedy and performing, teaching kids bad words, how some young women misunderstand the word “feminism”, and nothing about the mid-term elections.
Nov 10, 2014•1 hr 25 min
Rain Pryor and Laurie Buckley join Kelly to discuss Feminism, the Feminine, being daughters of pioneers in comedy, and how their generation and gender does it slightly different than their fathers.
Oct 05, 2014•1 hr 30 min
Join Kelly as she and Rick Overton, Dylan Brody, and Chris Bonno find the funny and not so funny in depression, ennui, suicide, America’s obsession with growth and progress and laughter. Music by The Paul & the John
Sep 08, 2014•1 hr 24 min
Kelly and Warren Berger's (the author of A More Beautiful Question) discussion about the power of questions will inspire and blow your mind wide open. As we as individuals and a species face an era of increasing uncertainty, the skill of asking powerful questions about our lives, the world and challenges is more important than ever. Listen in as Warren and Kelly delve into the art of inquiry. Music by Alan Stone, the Jacob Jeffries Band, and Lisa Brigantino.
Aug 18, 2014•1 hr 33 min
The funny and charming musical comedy duo Carlie & Doni explore their journey through their first years in show biz, and what it's like to balance friendship and creativity as a duo. Kelly wrote an essay too!
Aug 18, 2014•1 hr 17 min
John Fugelsang, Erin Brown, Chris Bonno & Chad Einbinder help Kelly to unpack the idea and path to enlightenment.
Aug 18, 2014•1 hr 35 min
Author, actress, and activist Annabelle Gurwitch joins Kelly to discuss her book, "I SEE YOU MADE AN EFFORT: Compliments, Indignities and Survival Stories From the Edge of 50." They discuss everything from fracking to chin hairs to Darwin to spice cake. Music by Adil Omar and Dan Bern.
Aug 18, 2014•1 hr 34 min
Kelly is joined by Dylan Brody, Beth Lapides, and Rick Overton in an exploration of the idea of destiny, fate, a conscious universe, free will, choice. As always they go deep while cracking each other up. Kelly then plays an excerpt from her 2009 interview with Sid Caesar, honoring his passing. Music by Tracy Newman.
Aug 18, 2014•1 hr 36 min
Kelly reads her newest essay, "Deadline," and then welcomes her guest Avi Tuschman, political anthropologist and author of "Our Poltiical Nature: The Evolutionary Origins of What Divides Us where they discuss the evolutionary underpinnings of the Right/Left political divide of humans. Music by Allen Stone.
Aug 18, 2014•1 hr 34 min
Kelly reads her latest essay, "Alone," and then welcomes her guest author, lecturer and world traveler Phil Cousineau. They discuss the purpose of art, how to keep the creative spark alive and the true nature of forgiveness. Music by The Hereafter and Dan Bern.
Aug 18, 2014•1 hr 30 min
Kelly reads her essay "I Don't Know How to Write," and then welcomes three calls from Darren Staley, Lee Camp and Troy Conrad. There is discussion about @TheGeorgeCarlin twitter feed, preventing activist burnout and the comedy improv show "Set List."
Aug 18, 2014•1 hr 37 min
In this episode, Kelly reads her essay, "White Noise," and has comedian Ben Morrison as her guest. They discuss the effects of over saturation of media in our lives, how Ben got drunk and started a career in comedy, reptilian aliens and why being a Montessori kid and Gemini rocks. Music by Ben Morrison.
Aug 18, 2014•1 hr 38 min
Octagon Discussion Table: Gratitude After reading her beat poem, "Ode," Kelly and her guests Rick Overton, Dylan Brody, and Chris Bonno discuss Thanksgiving memories, how gratitude transforms one's life and how the Macy's Day Parade has always been a piece of shit. Logan Heftel spins some tunes by Rick Overton, John Elliott, and Dan Bern.
Aug 18, 2014•1 hr 35 min
Kelly ponders what Autumn means for us all in her essay, "The Turn." Her guest Peter Maguire discusses his book, Thai Stick: Surfers, Scammers and the Untold Story of the Marijuana Trade. Music by John Elliott and Tracy Newman.
Aug 18, 2014•1 hr 34 min
Kelly reads her newest essay, "The Onion," takes calls from friends and listeners - with topics as wide ranging as pit bulls, gluten-free vaginas, how Kelly's dad actually got something wrong, and what it takes to be truly happy - while her in studio guests, Bobbie Oliver, Rosie Tran and Alex Stein bring their funny and deep insights to the moment. Logan spins three great Eric Kufs' songs.
Aug 18, 2014•1 hr 35 min
Kelly read her newest essay, "The Hat." Rick Overton, Dave Rubin and Amy Englehardt joined Kelly for a conversation about the idea of Acceptance. Ultimately, they had to accept that no matter where they started, they ended up having to accept that the world is fucked up. Logan played Adil Omar, Cary Cooper and Katie Goodman.
Aug 18, 2014•1 hr 34 min
Today Kelly reads her newest essay, "Note to Self," talks the nation down from thinking that this weekend is the end of summer, and then takes a few calls from you, the trusty listeners of WFAD. Music by Chris Trapper, John Elliott, and Billy Stewart.
Aug 18, 2014•1 hr 34 min
