Best Penn Badgley Podcasts (2024)

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John Looks Like E.T. Dressed As A Girl - Topics: Hacks, Sabrina Carpenter, Megan Stalter, Ariana Grande, Monica, Brandy, Penn Badgley 49:45

21h ago49:45

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This week, Jun is back for another pounding and looks like E.T. in a dress. Rory announces his new special and Jun can’t do it on command. Plus, Rory texts his dead dad. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow Jun: @johnraphael12By Rory James

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Ariana Grande (Part 2) 49:10

1h ago49:10

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In Part 2 of this special conversation with Ariana Grande, Ariana spills the beans on why she keeps casting TV serial killers as her music video leads, the dance move Penn tried to sneak into the "The Boy Is Mine" video, and the inspiration for her Eternal Sunshine era. The gang share their reactions to the Wicked trailer, and Ariana opens up about…

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Ariana Grande (Part 1) 1:03:11

5d ago1:03:11

1:03:11

In Part 1 of this two-part conversation with the extraordinarily prolific Ariana Grande, the crew has a wide-ranging conversation on childhood, her Broadway origins, and getting to act alongside her best friends. Ariana shares thoughtful reflections on her time at Nickelodeon and why therapy should be mandatory for all child actors. For more on mus…

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Six Months Of Confidence - Topics: Comedy, OCD, Halloween, Stand-Up, Horror, Abigail, Sketch Comedy 1:01:15

1d ago1:01:15

1:01:15

This week, hilarious writer/comedian Kandice Martellaro stops by to bond over comedy and OCD, and the power of a funny person thinking you’re funny. Plus, forever running 6 minutes late and Rory shows off his cool new microphone that changes colors. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow Kandice: kandice_marte…

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Matthew Hussey 1:25:31

8d ago1:25:31

1:25:31

The gang is joined by Matthew Hussey, the renowned relationship coach and New York Times bestselling author of “Love Life”. Matthew goes into his personal journey of confidence and clarity in relationships, shares simple advice on how to find a long-term partner, and gives insight into how to avoid the avoiders (and tame the avoider within). Follow…

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Fire-Breathing Dragon - Topics: Billie Eilish, Miley Cyrus, Dua Lipa, Chris Stapleton, Hacks, Miss Piggy 36:25

8d ago36:25

36:25

This week, Rory has a sick day and feels like a fire-breathing dragon. Plus, the latest on his first stand-up special and comedy album that are being recorded in August. Plus, new music reviews, Dumb Jun’s Memorial Day Weekend, and Trumps gets booed bigly. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames…

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Daisy Ridley 49:11

12d ago49:11

49:11

For the first time in the history of Podcrushed, Penn flies solo with our guest, Daisy Ridley (Star Wars Trilogy, Murder on the Orient Express). She gushes over her first big crushes on Pink and Julia Stiles, how pain shaped part of her adolescence, and the role that intuition played in landing her, a then-unknown actress, the most coveted role of …

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Blame Jun - Topics: Hacks, Billie Eilish, Mariah Carey, Muni Long, Miley Cyrus, Tinashe, Zayn 44:49

15d ago44:49

44:49

This week, Jun returns to announce his engagement but he also faces many other charges. Rory gives updates on his new comedy special and meets a guy at the gym. Plus, new Miley, Mariah, and Zayn! Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow Jun: @johnraphael12By Rory James

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B.J. Novak 55:58

20d ago55:58

55:58

Today the gang chats with B.J. Novak, the actor, writer, and all-around comedic force from films like Inglorious Basterds and The Founder, and shows like The Mindy Project, The Newsroom, and The Office. He recounts summer camp crushes, his slow realization that he was funny, and the prank that made him a Boston legend. Follow Podcrushed on socials:…

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What Did You Do To Laurie? - Topics: Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Conan O’Brien, Disney, The Bear, Jamie Lee Curtis, Italy, Lost 1:17:33

22d ago1:17:33

1:17:33

This week, LAURIE IS BACK with a new investigation series and can only hyper fixate on one topic at one time. New York treats Rory better than Los Angeles treats Laurie, which only infuriates her further. Plus, Laurie gives a detailed recap of the big Kendrick and Drake beef! Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Fo…

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Host AMA: Friendship 55:44

27d ago55:44

55:44

In the first of several themed AMAs this season, Penn, Sophie and Nava tackle timeless questions, like "would you forgive a friend who cheated with your partner while high?", "would you publicly out a cheating spouse?", and "should you let your friends know about all their annoying habits?" Nava recalls her most traumatic friend breakup, Sophie sha…

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Lotza Big News! - Topics: Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Hacks, Sabrina Carpenter, Challengers, Nikki Glaser, Rosie O’Donnell, Stormy Daniels 44:57

29d ago44:57

44:57

This week, we have big news about all the podcast main characters! Laurie is back next week and Rory announces his new special and comedy album. DumJun gets engaged and makes a mess of his LA trip and Matt Palmer triumphs at his live show! Plus hip-hop beefs and comedy roasts. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames…

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Karamo Brown 1:08:30

1M ago1:08:30

1:08:30

This week we are blown away by Karamo Brown (Queer Eye, Karamo Show), whose life consists of a series of plot twists almost too-incredible to believe. Karamo opens up about living authentically at school while hiding himself at home, how a one-time encounter with his best friend turned into the greatest plot twist of his adult life, why life after …

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Can You Say That Again, On-Mic? - Topics: New York City, Normani, Dua Lipa, Mariah Carey, Vanessa Williams, Troye Sivan, Toni Braxton 56:51

1M ago56:51

56:51

This week, Rory is joined by New York City icon Donna Kim to discuss her fabulosity, brand, aesthetic, and evolution. Rory and Donna reminisce on NYC hotspots, how they met as college kids with big ambitions, and what they've learned. Plus a musical soulmate deep-dive! Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames…

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Elisabeth Moss 56:52

1M ago56:52

56:52

The inimitable, outrageously talented Elisabeth Moss (Mad Men, Handmaid's Tale) is here and we're NOT OK! Elisabeth shares about her years training as a ballet dancer, the tough lessons she learned from early adolescent manipulation, why she wished she'd been cast on Gossip Girl, and why she refuses to ever go method. We get into all things Handmai…

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Proof Of Life - Topics: Sabrina Carpenter, Jacob Elordi, Omar Apollo, Conan O’Brien, Billie Eilish, Mariah Carey, Molly Shannon, Kathy Griffin, New York City 40:51

1M ago40:51

40:51

This week, Rory spills about his New York adventures — from Proof of Life of Laurie to Dumb John’s latest troubles in his love life. Plus, lunching like a New Yorker, secret airport routes, and Sabrina Carpenter! Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjamesBy Rory James

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Jake Johnson 1:02:13

2M ago1:02:13

1:02:13

We couldn't be more excited to kick things off in Season 3 with the one and only Jake Johnson (New Girl, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse)! Jake reflects on the trauma of being called "little boy!" in front of his crush, how his mother's intuition saved him from going to juvie, and why you should always listen to your gut, even when you're wrong…

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I Got Kicked Off A Train - Topics: New York City, San Francisco, Boston, Virgin, Manhattan, Messy Sex 46:04

2M ago46:04

46:04

This week, we’re live from the skies of New York City and joined by longtime podcast favorite Megan B. Rory hits the east coast to visit family and do glamorous New York things but ends up getting kicked off a train. Plus, love and sex advice with Megan B! Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames…

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Super Excited – Greatest Hits Vol. 3 25:18

2M ago25:18

25:18

This week, we’re looking back on the laughs we’ve had in the third installment of our greatest hits series. Plus, Dumb John almost burns his eyes out during the solar eclipse. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow Jun: @johnraphael12By Rory James

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Podcrushed Season 3 Trailer (premieres April 24) 2:01

2M ago2:01

2:01

Podcrushed is back for Season 3! We’re so excited that we had to show you a sneak peek of what’s to come. We hope you enjoy, and don’t forget to mark your calendars for our premiere on April 24! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Penn Badgley, Nava Kavelin, Sophie Ansari

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[Rerun] Ramy Youssef 1:04:16

2M ago1:04:16

1:04:16

In honor of our friend Ramy Youssef's recent SNL performance, and the overwhelming success of his Academy Award winning film Poor Things, we're rerunning our episode with him! Come join us as Penn falls in love with our guest, Ramy Youssef (award-winning actor, producer, and stand-up comic). Ramy shares what it was like to be a Muslim kid in New Je…

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I Get To Focus! - Topics: Beyonce, Mariah Carey, Dua Lipa, Cowboy Carter, The View, Kathy Griffin 50:28

2M ago50:28

50:28

This week, Matt Palmer joins us to bask in the brilliance of the Cowboy Carter album and predict Mariah’s new project. Plus, Laurie is constipated and John is transitioning. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow Matt: @MattPalmerMusicBy Rory James

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Save The Worst For John - Topics: Ariana Grande, Kathy Griffin, Usher, Madonna, The View, Amelia Bedelia, Vanessa Williams, Amanda Bynes 56:36

2M ago56:36

56:36

This week, Dumb John returns as a Batman villain with a terrible costume and he’s queer with Ginger Ale while he recaps his Madonna experience. John prepares for his triumphant return to The View with his pal Kathy Griffin. Plus, Ariana Grande, the bombshell Nickelodeon doc, and John is Amelia Bedelia. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Fo…

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Strangely Erotic - Topics: Usher, Justin Timberlake, Kate Middleton, NSYNC, Los Angeles, Therapy, U Got It Bad, Coming Home 1:08:28

3M ago1:08:28

1:08:28

This week on the pod, we fall in love with a new podcast favorite STEPHANIE FROM COLLEGE… who it turns out went to college with Rory. We’re working out the kinks, getting hotter in our 30s, and honoring Port Urine. Plus, everyone’s excited to see a nudey person! Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow Stephanie…

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The Princess Lady Stuff - Oscars, The Bear, Poor Things, Kate Middleton, Oppenheimer, Barbie, Smog, John Cena, Emma Stone 1:09:47

3M ago1:09:47

1:09:47

This week, podcast veteran Lydia Caradine makes her triumphant return to the show after 3.5 years! Rory and Lydia recap the Oscars even though he hasn’t seen most of the movies and Lydia refuses to see one of the two he did see. Plus, Rory can’t believe we get to see Emma Stone nudey! Get Lydia’s fantastic new book Smog Subscribe and follow us at @…

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Hooking Up Meant Something Different - Topics: Comedy, Richard Lewis, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Larry David, Joe Biden 37:07

3M ago37:07

37:07

This week, Rory is joined by the hilarious B. Vee! Dumb John gets into tax trouble once again. Plus, an incredible impression of Rory’s mom’s friend Madeline! Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow B: @itsBethanyVeeBy Rory James

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I'm Already Mad! - Topics: Beyoncé, Wendy Williams, Ariana Grande, Mariah Carey, Cardi B, Justin Timberlake, Normani 59:03

3M ago59:03

59:03

This week, the outstanding Matt Palmer returns to guest co-host and cover all the big new releases: Ariana, Mariah, Beyonce, Timberlake, and Normani. Matt and Rory bond over choosing their own realities, getting anxious while gambling, and getting mad on vacation. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow Matt: @…

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He’s Not A Man, He’s A Mrs. Jun - Topics: Ariana Grande, Mariah Carey, Miami, Dumb John, New York City 55:19

4M ago55:19

55:19

This week, Dumb John aka Little Mrs. McJun guest co-hosts and he’s a mess from the jump. Rory is fresh off his sexy Miami trip and spills the tea. Plus, Ariana’s new song with Mariah and John gets targeted ads for butt products. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow John: @johnraphael12…

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Middle School Dance Anxiety - Topics: Usher, Super Bowl, Justin Timberlake, Mariah Carey, Ariana Grande, Molly Shannon, Lunatics, Romi and Michelle, SNL 35:44

4M ago35:44

35:44

This week on the podcast, we recap Usher’s Super Bowl Halftime Show triumph, Mariah and Ariana’s collaboration announcement, and Timberlake’s SNL. Dumb John gives a famous guy a migraine and Molly Shannon joins Only Murders In The Building. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames…

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[Rerun] Taylor Tomlinson 59:59

4M ago59:59

59:59

Today we're rerunning our Taylor Tomlinson episode in celebration of the release of her new Netflix special "Have It All"! You may know her from her other Netflix specials, "Quarter Life Crisis" and "Look at You", but this week's guest, the bright, witty, and ludicrously funny Taylor Tomlinson, feels duped! She thought she was coming on for a breez…

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Leaving You Alone With Me - Topics: Grammys, Miley Cyrus, Lenny Kravitz, Mariah Carey, Tracy Chapman, Luke Combs, Billie Eilish 41:04

4M ago41:04

41:04

This week on the podcast, Laurie arrives in Los Angeles for Grammy weekend and finds Rory standing in the middle of the step-and-repeat. Laurie gets soaked on Grammy day and Rory gets overconfident on a date. Plus, Lenny Kravitz, Jacob Elordi, and a Dumb John update. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow Laur…

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Attacked By A Spider Live On-Air - Topics: Justin Timberlake, Usher, Britney Spears, Selfish, SNL, Super Bowl 57:25

4M ago57:25

57:25

This week, the rain curse over Laurie’s LA trips continues and Rory gets attacked by a spider live on the air. Rory is in a great mood following January pool dipettes and Laurie sounds off on Gen Z. Plus, Justin’s return, Britney’s response, and Usher’s half-time show! Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow La…

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Gay Robin Thicke? - Topics: Jacob Elordi, Jeremy Allen White, American Nightmare, SNL, The Bear, Saltburn, Shameless 1:04:01

5M ago1:04:01

1:04:01

This week, Rory and Laurie look into hiring task rabbit boyfriends, Jacob Elordi’s SNL hosting, and Jeremy Allen White’s Calvin Klein glow up. Plus, comforter vs. duvet, Are You My Mother, and shit getting messed up in the dryer. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow Laurie: @laurielamartina…

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Big Cheese Questions - Topics: Niecy Nash, Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney, Adam Driver, Jeremy Allen White, Christina Applegate, The Muppets, Cocaine Bear, SNL 1:01:32

5M ago1:01:32

1:01:32

This week, we’re off to a wild start with a Muppet Battle and controversial remarks about popcorn. A deep dive discussion into the hype over boobs and bulge and Laurie reminds us that attraction is different from hotness. Plus, big cheese questions, Laurie’s book journey, and more! Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYja…

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Peeping John - Topics: Saltburn, Jacob Elordi, Julia Roberts, Julianne Moore, Barry Keoghan, Leave The World Behind, Natalia Grace, Adam Driver 53:29

5M ago53:29

53:29

This week, Rory is on a tzatziki sauce bender and Laurie plays another round of guess my snack. It’s a big recap of movies we watched over the break from Saltburn to Leave The World Behind. Plus, what’s John doing in the shrubs? Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow Laurie: @laurielamartina…

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Doing My New York People - Topics: Saltburn, Dry January, New Year’s Eve, Mariah Carey, Paula Abdul, Kelly Clarkson 1:01:56

5M ago1:01:56

1:01:56

This week, Matt Palmer stops by to discuss New Year’s Eve traditions and Mariah’s best Times Square ball drop performances. Matt Palmer participates in Dry January while Rory remains vehemently opposed to the practice. John returns home to Times Square in time for his balls to still not drop. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory:…

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The Lost Week - Topics: New York City, Comedy, Gary Gulman, Conan O’Brien, Mariah Carey, Kamala Harris, Sharon Stone, SNL 48:53

5M ago48:53

48:53

This week, Rory details his New York trip as his Hot, Sexy, Wild Christmas Vacation ends with a bang. The rats of New York target Dumb John as prey, and Laurie refuses to save him. Plus, Laurie’s not taking Ubers all willy nilly and men have been found j**king off in almost every place. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsR…

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Just Please Don’t Talk To Me - Topics: Fabulous Holiday Travels, Mariah Carey, Miami, Madonna, New York, Boston, Mexican Cantinas, Joggers 57:37

6M ago57:37

57:37

This week, it’s a very special in-person pod, as Ro and Laurie broadcast live from Rory’s hotel room in New York City. Dopey mistakes are overcome as Rory recounts his fabulous holiday travels – including his hot date and surprise up-close Mariah experience. Plus, Laurie complains about her Miami trip and Dumb John is a superspreader. Subscribe and…

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Ziwe 50:00

6M ago50:00

50:00

In our Season 2 finale the one and only Ziwe stops by! Her legendary sharp wit and inimitable comedic voice are on display as she showers us with stories of adolescence and coming of age. She shares why being completely herself has been critical to her career, an update on her future foray into pop stardom, and why the keys to success are within ou…

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Why Does Everyone Wanna See Me? Topics: New York City, Mariah Carey, Ariana Grande, Jennifer Hudson, Squid Games 58:27

6M ago58:27

58:27

This week, Rory has a crush on an AI DJ and yet another hot Verizon guy and Laurie begs to be left alone for two weeks. Rory plots his wild and sexy Christmas vacation and Laurie compares herself to Jesus. Plus, here’s to staying in more! Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjames Follow Laurie: @lalamartina_…

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All About Love with Esther Perel 51:48

6M ago51:48

51:48

In our penn-ultimate episode of the season, we interview the trailblazing renowned psychotherapist and relationship expert, Esther Perel. We learn about her new course "Turning Conflict into Connection," and Esther shares her profound wisdom on love, conflict, and human connection. She leads us in answering personal questions from her new game "Whe…

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Extra Credit: Your Stories (Katie Florence) 25:11

6M ago25:11

25:11

In our final EXTRA CREDIT episode this season, we talk to Katie Florence, whose father and brother both died when she was young. We explore the process of navigating grief and using humor as a tool to heal and survive devastating losses. Follow Podcrushed on Socials: Instagram TikTok X See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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That’s Not A Thing! - Topics: Billie Eilish, Mariah Carey, Beyonce, New York City, The Morning Show, A Good Person, Zayn, Selena Gomez 1:00:12

6M ago1:00:12

1:00:12

This week, Laurie comes out as straight — despite her shoes — because she needs to, and Rory audits her bang reports. Rory and Laurie wonder whether they should attend gay conversion therapy together but for different reasons. Plus, Laurie’s controversial Mariah statement, Spotify Wrapped, and the King of CVS. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcit…

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Charlotte Ritchie 52:56

6M ago52:56

52:56

YOU asked, we delivered! This week the one and only Charlotte Ritchie (YOU, Ghosts) brings Penn to tears with stories of her tween gymnastics days in his favorite embarrassing story of the season. She and Penn share some Season 4 BTS and share their predictions over Joe and Kate's fates in the final season of YOU. Follow Podcrushed on socials: TikT…

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Extra Credit: Your Stories (Quinn Hardy) 26:41

6M ago26:41

26:41

In a full circle moment, on this EXTRA CREDIT episode we connect with Quinn Hardy (@quinickle) — a content creator whose plea for Penn to "duet" him went viral last year. He talks all things bullying, social media infamy, and gets surprisingly philosophical. Follow Podcrushed on Socials: Instagram TikTok X See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in…

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Mo’ Solutions, Mo’ Problems - Topics: Thanksgiving, Dolly Parton, Black Friday, Mariah Carey, Colton Underwood, The View 59:13

6M ago59:13

59:13

This week, Rory and Laurie recap their Thanksgiving adventures and appreciate dogs with floppy tongues. Rory opens his Mercari store and Laurie brags that she put LA’s newest hot spot on the map. Plus, Dumb John stabs himself and hot people don’t hang out in the comments section. Subscribe and follow us at @superexcitedpod Follow Rory: @itsRORYjame…

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Seth and Josh Meyers 1:08:07

6M ago1:08:07

1:08:07

Seth Meyers (Late Night with Seth Myers, Saturday Night Live) and Josh Meyers (Mad TV, That '70s Show) join us this week for a hilarious conversation on their Midwestern upbringing. They recall their first 'birds and the bees' chat with their dad, why Seth is incapable of lying, how Josh handles heartbreak, and why they're each other's biggest supp…

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Extra Credit: Your Stories (Buchanan Twins) 23:27

7M ago23:27

23:27

Is there such a thing as twin telepathy? Find out on this week's extra credit YOUR STORY episode, featuring listeners and twins Nahja and Nahjeniq Buchanan. Nahja and Nahjeniq share about their twin hijinks in middle school, establishing their own identity separate from being a twin and tapping into their twin intuition. See omnystudio.com/listener…

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Hot Turkeys With Breast Implants - Topics: Mariah Carey, Joe Jonas, Lenny Kravitz, Kelly Clarkson, New York, Channing Tatum, Zoe Kravitz, Paula Cole 59:48

7M ago59:48

59:48

This week, Rory recaps his time at the star-studded Mariah Carey show at the Hollywood Bowl and Laurie flaunts her status as a Wegmans. Laurie soft launches her new bangs and attends a taping of The Kelly Clarkson Show. Plus, Dumb John’s disturbing manscaping horrors, deviled eggs, and where have all the cowboys gone? Subscribe and follow us at @su…

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Extra Credit: Your Stories (Naya Hassan) 33:13

7M ago33:13

33:13

In this week’s extra credit YOUR STORY episode, Nayya Hassan opens up about her teenage experience with a forced arranged marriage to her own cousin. Nayya blows the team away with her strength, resilience and courage. Follow Podcrushed on Socials: Instagram TikTok X See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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