Best Ed Straw Podcasts (2024)

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Hanson 1:10:24

2h ago1:10:24

1:10:24

This episode will put an "MMMBop" in your step and lots of brotherly love in your heart. Phil and David enjoy a long-distance Zoom "Lunch" with Isaac, Taylor and Zac Hanson who were home in Tusla, Oklahoma. David retraces the beginnings of his long relationship with the Brothers Hanson which led to the group's first national TV appearance ever. It'…

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Stand Up Lunch with Ray Romano, Brad Garrett, Paul Reiser, Hannah Einbinder, Patton Oswalt & Judy Gold 1:05:46

3d ago1:05:46

1:05:46

Laughter is the main course for many of Phil & David's favorite episodes. Here's Part One of some of their greatest conversations yet with some of their funniest friends who happen to be comedy icons from a few generations. To learn more about building community through food and "Somebody Feed the People," visit the Philanthropy page at philrosenth…

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Phil & David's Top 10 Albums with Andy Kindler Sittin' In 1:08:50

10d ago1:08:50

1:08:50

"Naked Lunch" responds to Apple Music's 100 Best Albums with a little list of their own. Phil and David countdown many of their favorite albums ever -- joined by stand up comedian, actor and musician Andy Kindler. To learn more about building community through food and "Somebody Feed the People," visit the Philanthropy page at philrosenthalworld.co…

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Special Episode - Old Tory 36:08

21d ago36:08

36:08

"There's a class war alright," chirruped Investor Warren Buffet recently, "But it's our class making war on yours. And we're winning." It reminded me of the Lao Tsu, where he says that the Way of Heaven is to take from those with excess, and give to those who do not have enough. "The way of man is different," the sage quips. "He takes from those wh…

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A Canine Call-In Episode with Maureen Van Zandt, Brad Paisley & Your Calls! 1:12:01

17d ago1:12:01

1:12:01

"Naked Lunch" Goes To The Dogs as Phil and David are joined by Phil's beloved dog Murray -- star of The Daily Murray -- and David's adorable puppy Stevie for a special canine-themed call-in episode featuring special check-ins from two of our favorite past "Lunch" guests: Maureen Van Zandt calls in with her dog Miss Tiggy-Winkle to discuss the brill…

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Wendy Liebman & Jeffrey Sherman, Their Funny Life Together & Remembering The Sherman Brothers 1:23:37

24d ago1:23:37

1:23:37

Recently, Phil and David invited two of their friends -- the beloved stand-up comedian Wendy Liebman and her brilliant producer, writer, director and now podcaster husband Jeffrey Sherman -- to "Naked Lunch." Just days prior, Jeffrey's uncle Richard M. Sherman -- half of the legendary Sherman Brothers songwriting team along with Jeff's late great f…

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Ted Danson . . . Recorded Live at the 2024 EMA Impact Summit 58:38

1M ago58:38

58:38

Cheers! Do NOT Curb Your Enthusiasm today as Phil & David welcome Phil's legendary buddy Ted Danson for a funny and inspiring conversation recorded live on June 5th at the Environmental Media Association's 2024 Impact Summit at Pendry West Hollywood. They discuss "Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson & Woody Harrelson (Sometimes)," the b…

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Green Naked Lunch with Ed Begley, Jr., Wolfgang Puck, Jane Fonda, Wendie Malick & Graham Nash. Next Week: Ted Danson! 46:54

1M ago46:54

46:54

Help Save The Planet and perhaps even our Podcast by enjoying this very sustainable entertaining and informative Green Naked Lunch. Next week, Phil & David will welcome the iconic actor and longtime environmentalist Ted Danson in a conversation recorded June 5th at the Environmental Media Association's Impact Summit. Hear lovingly recycled highligh…

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Andy Kindler 1:17:29

1M ago1:17:29

1:17:29

Phil and David welcome a comedian's comedian, the hilarious Andy Kindler to discuss his time with Phil playing the challenging part of "Andy" on "Everybody Loves Raymond," Andy's legendary "State of the Industry" addresses at the Montreal Comedy Festival, his "Thought Spiral" podcast with J. Elvis Weinstein, voicing the part Mort the Mortician on "…

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Alison Rosen 52:22

2M ago52:22

52:22

Phil and David welcome their longtime podcast friend Alison Rosen ("Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend") who they both got to know back when they were all on "The Adam Carolla Show." They discuss Alison's book, "Tropical Attire Encouraged (and Other Phrases That Scare Me): Fifth Anniversary Edition," her substack, her career path before, after an…

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Michael McDonald & Paul Reiser - Book Out Now! 1:16:52

2M ago1:16:52

1:16:52

Order "What a Fool Believes", out now! Phil and David are thrilled to welcome not one but a dynamic duo of iconic friends -- legendary singer-songwriter and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Michael McDonald and comedian, actor, writer and author Paul Reiser who have co-written Michael's brilliant new book "What a Fool Believes: A Memoir" which is being re…

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Jay Kogen 1:09:43

2M ago1:09:43

1:09:43

Phil and David welcome the witty veteran comedy writer, producer, actor, nepo baby and now fellow podcaster Jay Kogen to "Lunch." Jay -- whose credits include "Simpsons," "Frasier," "Malcolm in the Middle" and, yes, "Everybody Loves Raymond" -- discusses his life, career and his own wonderful new podcast, "Don't Be Alone With Jay Kogen" -- which ha…

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Curt Smith of Tears for Fears 1:08:55

2M ago1:08:55

1:08:55

Phil and David welcome David's longtime friend Curt Smith for Cold Pressed Juices from Kreation Organic and a free flowing conversation about life, music, The Eighties, Gilbert O'Sullivan, Alice Cooper, Arthur Janov, private school, family and fatherhood in this Mad World. For more on Tears for Fears, go to https://tearsforfears.com. And even thoug…

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Greg Fitzsimmons 1:01:47

3M ago1:01:47

1:01:47

Phil and David welcome the great stand-up comic, Emmy Award-winning TV writer and veteran podcaster Greg Fitzsimmons to "Lunch" for a freewheeling conversation about comedy, marriage, podcasts -- basically, life. With compelling stories about interviewing Brian Wilson, advertising "boner pills" and writing for Ellen DeGeneres, among many more topic…

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Peter Frampton, Rock Hall Inductee! 1:13:58

3M ago1:13:58

1:13:58

Phil and David absolutely LOVE guitar god and rock legend Peter Frampton -- Do You Feel Like We Do? Celebrating his recent induction into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame, David explains how he first came to meet Peter and then work with Frampton on 2014's acclaimed Grammy Salute to The Beatles for which Peter played guitar. Peter tells Phil and David …

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America, with Jimmy Jam & intro by John Stamos 1:09:30

3M ago1:09:30

1:09:30

Phil & David Zoom on down that "Ventura Highway" on a "Horse With No Name" for a fascinating career-spanning conversation with Gerry Beckley & Dewey Bunnel of the beloved group America. Previous "Lunch" guest Jimmy Jam -- a lifelong America fan himself -- joins for the conversation, and John Stamos offers a loving episode introduction. For Record S…

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Everybody Loves Naked Phone Calls 50:49

3M ago50:49

50:49

It's another Naked Call In extravaganza as Phil and David answer YOUR listener questions and give the deep, thought provoking kind of answers you're looking for! Or maybe it's a little less serious and they discuss things like Steely Dan, the laws of attraction and positive people's effects on the world, Phil's upcoming tour (with a very exciting s…

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Alex Edelman, To The MAX! And HBO! 1:12:00

3M ago1:12:00

1:12:00

To celebrate his brilliantly funny and profound one man show "Just For Us" coming to HBO this Saturday night at 10PM and then streaming on MAX after that, Phil and David are revisiting their wonderful "Lunch" with internationally touring comedian Alex Edelman whose acclaimed, brilliantly funny one man show, "Just For Us" opened off-Broadway in 2022…

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Richard Rosenthal. Here's Richard! 1:10:35

3M ago1:10:35

1:10:35

Phil and David welcome -- with varying degrees of warmth -- the single most requested guest in "Naked Lunch" history -- Richard Rosenthal, Executive Producer of "Somebody Feed Phil" and Phil's actually brilliant younger brother. Where's Richard? Finally, right here on "Naked Lunch," so that for once, Somebody Fed Richard! great sandwiches from http…

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Donny Osmond, Pt. 2 45:22

4M ago45:22

45:22

They may call it "Puppy Love," but really this episode is actually the second coming of Phil and David's fantastic conversation with Donny Osmond from his Las Vegas showroom. Some of Donny's greatest fans ask Donny, Phil & David questions, plus great stories about food, travel, Donny's experience being the first star to perform on "The Masked Singe…

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Donny Osmond, Pt. 1. Carrie Underwood makes a Special 100th Episode Intro! 1:09:10

4M ago1:09:10

1:09:10

Phil and David & the "Naked Lunch" podcast hit 100 episodes in winning style in Las Vegas with a special introduction by Carrie Underwood followed by a fantastic, funny & revealing conversation with the iconic Donny Osmond in front of a few hundred of his most loving fans in his Vegas showroom. Just as in his award-winning Vegas residency at https:…

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Shaun Cassidy, Da Doo Rerun, Episode 99.9! 1:08:13

4M ago1:08:13

1:08:13

To whet your appetites for our big 100th episode of "Naked Lunch" with our special guest Donny Osmond -- recorded live in his Las Vegas showroom and being released next week -- we've decided to Da Doo Re-Run one of our favorite episodes yet -- an amazing conversation with the extraordinary Shaun Cassidy. Shaun's enjoyed an enduring success story as…

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Pete Holmes 1:25:04

4M ago1:25:04

1:25:04

Phil and David welcome one of their favorite comedians in the world to "Lunch" at Phil's house. This is a fun and funny discussion about Pete's career as a beloved stand-up comedian, writer, producer, actor, host and podcaster that takes a fascinating turn toward spirituality and so much more. Follow Pete at peteholmes.com and check out his podcast…

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Lily Rosenthal 58:59

5M ago58:59

58:59

Phil and David are joined by the wonderful Lily Rosenthal -- Phil's lifelong daughter and now his co-author for a brand new children's picture book called "Just Try It! (A Phil & Lil Book)" with illustrations by New York Times bestselling author Luke Flowers. It's a book about a food-loving bad encouraging his picky eater daughter to just try somet…

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Chris Connelly 1:03:45

5M ago1:03:45

1:03:45

Phil and David welcome writer, reporter, broadcaster and friend Chris Connelly to "Naked Lunch." They discuss Chris's long, impressive and varied career, his very crucial role in David's career, and Phil, David and Chris's shared experiences working together on a number of high profile TV telethons starting with 2001's "American: A Tribute To Heroe…

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Somebody Call Phil & David! 59:44

5M ago59:44

59:44

Phil and David discuss The 66th Annual Grammy Awards, then take your excellent phone calls -- literally, from Melbourne, Florida to Melbourne, Australia -- about a wide range of topics. To learn more about building community through food and "Somebody Feed the People," visit the Philanthropy page at philrosenthalworld.com.…

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Matt Goldich 56:55

5M ago56:55

56:55

Phil and David break bread with the gluten-free yet entirely delightful Matt Goldich while he was in Los Angeles for The Emmy Awards because Matt and the other writers for @latenightseth were nominated for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Series. Okay, they did not win that night, but this "Lunch" remains a very winning conversation about life, fo…

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Forbes 30 Under 30 Food & Drink Class of 2024 53:02

5M ago53:02

53:02

Meet the Forbes 30 Under 30 Food & Drink class of 2024. The annual list identifies and applauds young innovators and entrepreneurs who are redefining the way we eat, drink, and think about food. On this episode of Tech Bites, host Jennifer Leuzzi talks with Forbes Under 30 editors Chloe Sorvino and Kristin Stoller abut the trends and companies on t…

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Great GRAMMY Stories 1:12:10

5M ago1:12:10

1:12:10

Phil and David talk about the Grammy Awards, and how David first met Trevor Noah who hosts Music's Biggest Night for the fourth time on Sunday February 4th on CBS and Paramount Plus. Then they enjoy more memorable Grammy conversations with Jimmy Jam, Jimmy Kimmel, Susanna Hoffs and Steve Van Zandt, as well as great music talk with Jane Fonda, Allen…

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Lew Schneider 1:23:37

6M ago1:23:37

1:23:37

Writer, producer, director, comedian, actor Lew Schneider -- one of Phil's best friends and one of the original "Everybody Loves Raymond" writers -- joins Phil and David for a freewheeling conversation about food, comedy, television writers rooms, great music, terrible vacations, Rick Springfied, Don Rickles, good times and even terrible timeshares…

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"Naked Lunch" ROCKS, Part 2! 59:00

6M ago59:00

59:00

Phil and David present a second set of some of their greatest musical hits with guests from Peter Frampton coming alive discussing his childhood pal, David Bowie to Steven Van Zandt giving insight into his relationship with his longtime buddy and sometimes Boss, Bruce Springsteen to Susanna Hoffs talking about her "Eternal Flame." All this plus gre…

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"Naked Lunch" ROCKS, Part One! 50:33

6M ago50:33

50:33

Phil and David present the first set of some of their greatest musical hits with guests from Sheryl Crow on singing with The Rolling Stones to Jimmy Jam growing up with Prince to T Bone Burnett on touring with Bob Dylan on the Rolling Thunder Review to Keanu Reeves on his rock & roll childhood to Micky Dolenz on life with The Monkees to Henry Winkl…

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Nepo Baby Boom with Jane Fonda, Jeff Bridges, Ed Begley Jr., Pam Adlon, Shaun Cassidy and Many More! 1:06:58

6M ago1:06:58

1:06:58

There's been a LOT of talk about Nepo babies this past year, but very little of it as fun, entertaining and positive as the conversations Phil and David have had on "Naked Lunch" with some of the nicest people you will ever meet who just so happen to be legends who've made their good name in the family business -- namely, show business. To learn mo…

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Episode 157: The Bad Place, with J. Webb Mealy (Part 2) 1:07:30

7M ago1:07:30

1:07:30

Rethinking Hell contributors William Tanksley and Darren Clark interview J. Webb Mealy about his book, The Bad Place. In this part 2 of their discussion, they discuss the application of Mealy's five principles for interpreting the Book of Revelation. Links: J. Webb Mealy's book The Bad Place: Or, Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Hell, but…

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Episode 156: The Bad Place, with J. Webb Mealy (Part 1) 1:07:25

7M ago1:07:25

1:07:25

Rethinking Hell contributors William Tanksley and Darren Clark interview J. Webb Mealy about his book, The Bad Place. In this part 1 of their discussion, Mealy summarizes the chapters of his book and then outlines his five principles of interpreting the Book of Revelation. Links: J. Webb Mealy's book The Bad Place: Or, Everything You Always Wanted …

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A Very Special Holiday Call-In Show 48:55

7M ago48:55

48:55

Have Yourself a Merry Little "Naked Lunch" full of comfort and joy as Phil and David take your calls and discuss topics including food, music, Shaun Cassidy, Howard Stern and so much more. To learn more about building community through food and "Somebody Feed the People," visit the Philanthropy page at philrosenthalworld.com.…

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Alex Edelman 1:12:18

7M ago1:12:18

1:12:18

Phil and David are joined by internationally touring comedian Alex Edelman whose acclaimed, brilliantly funny one man show, "Just For Us" opened off-Broadway in 2022 before premiering on Broadway in 2023; it was named "New York Times" Critic’s Pick both times and has already won an Obie. Recently. While performing the wildly timely "Just For Us" be…

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New Year Predictions With RJ Bee HRN’s New ED 1:10:36

7M ago1:10:36

1:10:36

Following Tech Bites tradition, the last show of the year is a look forward into the next year. What are the trends we’re predicting for 2024? Podcasting and anniversaries. On this episode, Tech Bites host Jennifer Leuzzi talks with RJ Bee, the new Executive Director at Heritage Radio Network about plans for celebrating HRN’s 15th anniversary and T…

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Billy Bob Thornton with J.D. Andrew, AKA The Boxmasters, Part 2 48:26

7M ago48:26

48:26

Phil and David continue their fascinating discussion with actor, writer, director and musician Billy Bob Thornton, an Academy Award-winner, and his Grammy-winning, longstanding musical partner in their beloved band The Boxmasters, J.D. Andrew, recorded on the beautiful Motion Picture & Television Fund campus in Woodland Hills, California -- https:/…

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Year in Review: Legislative & Court Victory for App-Based Delivery Drivers 1:06:14

7M ago1:06:14

1:06:14

Following Tech Bites tradition, the penultimate episode of the year is always a look back. On this episode of Tech Bites, host Jennifer Leuzzi talks about the new minimum wage law for app-based delivery drivers and the recent court victory for drivers with returning guests Ligia Guallpa, executive director of the Worker’s Justice Project (WJP) and …

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Billy Bob Thornton with J.D. Andrew, AKA The Boxmasters, Part 1 53:17

7M ago53:17

53:17

Phil and David are joined by actor, writer, director and musician Billy Bob Thornton, an Academy Award-winner, and his Grammy-winning, longstanding musical partner in their beloved band The Boxmasters, J.D. Andrew. for another special episode recorded on the beautiful Motion Picture & Television Fund campus in Woodland Hills, California -- https://…

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John Stamos 1:16:52

8M ago1:16:52

1:16:52

Phil and David enjoy a lively lunch with beloved actor and new best-selling author John Stamos (his new memoir "If You Had Told Me" is out now) at the beautiful Motion Picture & Television Fund campus in Woodland Hills, California -- https://mptf.com/. They discuss John's remarkable life in show business from "General Hospital" to "Full House" to "…

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Special Episode: Democratic Yorkshire 52:33

8M ago52:33

52:33

In this special edition of The Hidden Power podcast for Democratic Yorkshire, Philip Tottenham talks with Ed Straw, and Professor Malcolm Prowle on the subject of the day and panacea England's ills - Regionalisation. Talking Points: - The experience of government: consultancy, Thatcher, Blair, powerlessness at the centre of power - Problems with ce…

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Jane Fonda, Part 2 46:06

8M ago46:06

46:06

Phil and David's dream conversation with the Oscar-winning actress, dedicated activist and best-selling author Jane Fonda continues and ice cream is served. Jane shares some of her important environmental concerns. Then the "Naked Lunch" talk turns to everything from "nepo babies" to the intersection of movies and politics and some of Jane's experi…

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Jane Fonda, Part 1 48:08

8M ago48:08

48:08

Phil invites his legendary friend Jane Fonda -- the two-time Academy Award winning actress, dedicated activist and best-selling author -- to lunch for a conversation about art, family and life that's so amazing, we are dividing it into two parts just so that we can savor. Hear remarkable and sometimes surprising stories from one of Hollywood's most…

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Brad Paisley Checks In, You Call In, Phil & David Discuss The Sphere and Matthew Perry 52:33

8M ago52:33

52:33

Back by popular demand, we're taking your calls! But first, Phil and David discuss experiencing the new Sphere in Las Vegas, seeing U2's concert and Darren Aronofsky's Sphere film, "Postcards From Earth" there. They then both remember Matthew Perry. Then we're talking to the people. Phil gets a very special call from a fan in Australia and later, a…

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Darius Rucker 55:36

9M ago55:36

55:36

Phil and David welcome David's longtime friend and vocalist extraordinaire and Country Music superstar Darius Rucker to the show, and after a few silly Hootie & The Blowfish jokes, they settle in for a fun and heartfelt discussion about Darius's new album, "Carolyn's Boy," dedicated to his mother who was his biggest fan, but who passed away before …

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Being Henry (Winkler): The Fonz...And Beyond 51:43

9M ago51:43

51:43

In honor of our good friend Henry Winkler's new book, "Being Henry: The Fonz . . . And Beyond" we're re-airing his appearance on Naked Lunch to help celebrate! The book can be found here! It's a very happy day as "Naked Lunch" warmly welcomes a beloved Hollywood icon, an Emmy-winning legend, a surprisingly viral fisherman, and a recently anointed D…

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