Best Jesse Betts Podcasts (2025)

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Emissions Test: The Clubhouse Director Greg Whiteley; Juan Soto Saying The Quiet Part; Alex Bregman What If 1:09:43

1d ago1:09:43

1:09:43

Hembo and Buster discuss Fernando Tatis Jr.’s crazy low strikeout rate, a world in which the Cubs decided to challenge the Dodgers, the Red Sox defense still looking ugly and Ben Rice’s hot start. Then, the director of Netflix’s "The Clubhouse: A Year with the Red Sox" Greg Whiteley stops by to talk about Justin Turner’s pivotal role in creating th…

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JANE LYNCH — on how a Frosted Flakes commercial led to ‘Best in Show’ 46:27

3d ago46:27

46:27

'Glee’ and ‘Best in Show’ star Jane Lynch joins the show. Over some cacio e pepe, Jane tells me about getting her start in iconic Christopher Guest films, working with Meryl Streep on ‘Julie & Julia’ and why ‘Glee’ was such a special show. This episode was recorded at Tre Lune in Montecito, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices…

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DJ Lina Bradford on Candis Cayne, Club Kids, Fire Island Reign & more 51:23

2h ago51:23

51:23

Jess is joined by New York icon DJ LINA BRADFORD! Topics: living in same building as Olivia Newton-John, soulmate Candis Cayne... the Linda Evangelista to her Naomi Campbell and how the trans label is limiting. Plus — evolution from dancer > nightclub host > DJ as performance art, 10-year reign on Fire Island, finding her sexual revolution on FI + …

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Heckuva Buffet: Cubs’ Big Weekend; Tyler Glasnow on Dodgers’ Clubhouse Vibes; Justin Steele Out for the Season 37:24

4d ago37:24

37:24

David Cone, Eduardo Perez, Karl Ravech and Buster pile into the Clown Car after the Chicago Cubs’ very good weekend against the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Cubs’ strong defense up the middle, Justin Steele’s season-ending injury, the Padres’ three-consecutive shutout and what will determine the NL West. Then, Tyler Glasnow talks about the media circus…

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Guy Branum, Paget Brewster and Garret Price guest 58:18

1h ago58:18

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Doug welcomes Guy Branum, Paget Brewster and Garret Price to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Realer Than I Thought: Buster’s Top 5; Indecisive Blue Jays Pay the Price; Jake Peavy on Spencer Schwellenbach 1:05:33

7d ago1:05:33

1:05:33

Jeff Passan and Buster discuss whether Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s extension with the Blue Jays is one of the best player deals ever, if Kyle Tucker will stick with the Cubs and the Call Cags Up Movement. Plus, are the Cubs offense, Giants pitching and Mets pitching for real? Then, Jake Peavy talks about how pitchers attack a torpedo bat, the Reds’ pit…

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Something is Askew: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is a Blue Jay for Life; Pete Alonso on a Tear; Is the Dodgers Defense Championship Caliber? 59:36

8d ago59:36

59:36

Hembo and Buster discuss the Marlins infield getting weird, Pete Alonso looking much more comfortable, how Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s contract impacts Kyle Tucker’s future earnings, if Hunter Greene is becoming an ace, potential superstardom for Kristian Campbell, and buying stock on Jacob Wilson. Then, Tim Kurkjian talks about the Blue Jays waving th…

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MATT BOMER — on channeling Rose Nylund and getting excused from ‘White Collar’ 51:10

10d ago51:10

51:10

'Mid-Century Modern’ star Matt Bomer joins the show. Over a sizzling fish and crab fried rice, Matt told me about working with legends Nathan Lane and Linda Lavin (rest in peace) on the new Hulu series ‘Mid-Century Modern,’ what it’s like to be nearly an empty nester and we share strong feelings about a certain sandal. This episode was recorded at …

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New Suits: Statement Sweep from the Red Sox; Giants Atop the NL West; Ravy Chats with Kristian Campbell 37:46

11d ago37:46

37:46

David Cone, Karl Ravech and Buster pile in the Clown Car to discuss the Red Sox’s emphatic sweep of the Cardinals, Rafael Devers coming out of his slump, Alex Bregman fitting in perfectly, the Cardinals reaping what it sowed following a quiet offseason, the Giants standing over the Dodgers and Padres and the Rangers running hot out of the gate. The…

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Jay Chandrasekhar, Paul Feig, Ellory Smith and Jacob Wysocki guest 1:14:46

9d ago1:14:46

1:14:46

Live from Dynasty Typewriter in LA, Doug welcomes Jay Chandrasekhar, Paul Feig, Ellory Smith and Jacob Wysocki to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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How Many Enemies: Players React to Top 100; Torpedo Bat is Overhyped; Braves in Trouble; Ballpark & Beyond 46:16

14d ago46:16

46:16

Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss ESPN Top 100 MLB players list, the players' reaction to the list, why they can't abide by Aaron Judge being at No. 4, why the torpedo bat chatter will blow over soon, Jorge's thoughts on the Dodgers' chase for 117, and the Braves 0-7 start. Then, Todd Radom returns for the 2025 to share his weekly Ballpark & Beyond…

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Paintball Gun: Torpedo Bats Explode Onto the Scene; Jurickson Profar Suspended; Garrett Crochet & Jackson Merrill Extended 1:06:43

16d ago1:06:43

1:06:43

Hembo and Buster discuss the Dodgers’ feasible path to 117 wins, the San Diego Padres extending Jackson Merrill and the Boston Red Sox extending Garrett Crochet, Aaron Judge chasing a number you won’t expect, and whether they’re panicking over Roki Sasaki and Rafael Devers. Then, Eric Hosmer talks about his reaction to the torpedo bats, how worried…

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SUTTON FOSTER — on being a showgirl at 17 and mothering herself 51:47

17d ago51:47

51:47

Broadway powerhouse and “Younger” star Sutton Foster joins the show. Over a Parisian style omelet and nicoise salad, she tells me about starting her career with a lie, overcoming on-stage anxiety and growing up with an agoraphobic mother. This episode was recorded at Simonette at the Palihotel in Culver City, CA Want next week’s episode now? Subscr…

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Jeff Hiller on HBO’s Somebody Somewhere, Fire Island & Actress of a Certain Age 50:22

14d ago50:22

50:22

Jess is joined by actor/comedian JEFF HILLER, best known for HBO’s SOMEBODY SOMEWHERE opposite BRIDGET EVERETT! Topics: missing the Fire Island ferry, lesbian Hollywood gossip, Rosie’s memoir “Find Me,” his impression of Daphne Rubin-Vega, forgetting his transcendental meditation mantra, Excel spreadsheet nightmares, Queer as Folk, Rocky Horror, hi…

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Validated: Clown Car First Weekend Impressions; Padres Sweep Braves; Yankees Unleash Torpedo Bats; Rafael Devers Struggles 39:43

18d ago39:43

39:43

Karl Ravech and Buster chat following the Padres’ sweep of the Braves to start the season. They discuss a validating series win for San Diego, the Yankees deploying the torpedo bats, Aaron Judge’s magical start, Rafael Devers struggling as a new DH, if Roki Sasaki will land in the minor leagues soon, and other first weekend impressions. Then, Sarah…

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Daniel Betts, Danny Hill and Chad Opitz guest 1:19:26

14d ago1:19:26

1:19:26

Live from The Well in Bakersfield, Doug welcomes Daniel Betts, Danny Hill and Chad Opitz to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Driving to San Diego: Clown Car Recap of Opening Day 44:08

17d ago44:08

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It’s a Clown Car edition of the podcast! David Cone, Eduardo Perez and Buster are in a car driving to San Diego following Dodgers-Tigers on Opening Day. They discuss the vibes around a 3-0 Dodgers team, the Tigers possible offensive struggles, which players dazzled on Opening Day, the Yankees needing their youth movement to produce, how worried the…

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Opening Day 2025: Jeff Passan Hates Making Picks; Joe Buck Returns to the Baseball Booth; Orioles & Mets Previews 1:22:52

22d ago1:22:52

1:22:52

Jeff Passan and Buster discuss Jeff’s regrets picking the Brewers to win the NL Central, why they like the Braves over the Phillies in the NL East, the AL East being impossible to predict, if the Yankees will make the playoffs and why everyone is sleeping on Jackson Merrill. Then, Joe Buck stops by ahead of his return to the baseball broadcast boot…

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TY BURRELL — on almost not getting the role of Phil Dunphy on ‘Modern Family’ and his family’s tip for evading the cops 48:19

24d ago48:19

48:19

My ‘Modern Family’ brother-in-law, Ty Burrell joins the show. Over sandwiches and tater tots, Ty tells me about his grueling audition process for the role of Phil Dunphy, why ‘Modern Family’ fans recently assumed he was dead, and he teases an exciting new project with Bryan Cranston. This episode was recorded at an Airbnb in Sandy, UT. Food was pro…

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Bruce Vilanch on Bette Midler, Writing The Oscars & more! 51:54

21d ago51:54

51:54

Jess is joined by beloved go-to comedy writer BRUCE VILANCH! Topics: Bette Midler at the Continental Baths, Barbra Streisand being too cheap to pay him, writing punch-ups for Cher in "Burlesque," writing The Oscars (Ellen difficulty, Anne Hathaway & James Franco hosting, Billy Crystal’s opening medleys), starring in "Hairspray" on Broadway & more! …

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This Perplexes Me: Shane McClanahan Injured; Blue Jays Optimistic about Signing Vlad Jr.?; Mariners & Nationals Previews 55:32

25d ago55:32

55:32

Tim Kurkjian and Buster discuss Shane McClanahan going down for the Rays, Tanner Bibee getting a new contract with the Guardians, Mark Shapiro expressing unfound confidence about the Vladimir Guerrero Jr. situation and the sudden passing of Brett Gardner's son. Then, Rayn Divish previews the Mariners and Charlie Slowes previews the Nationals. Plus,…

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Carl Fry, Nish Kumar and Doug Mellard guest 1:15:26

21d ago1:15:26

1:15:26

Live from the The Creek and the Cave in Austin as part of SXSW, Doug welcomes Carl Fry, Nish Kumar and Doug Mellard to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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All Eyes: Chandler Simpson on His Love of Stealing Bases; Picking Division Winners; Rangers & Royals Previews 1:04:27

28d ago1:04:27

1:04:27

Alden Gonzalez and Buster discuss Roki Sasaki’s MLB debut, how they would line up the Dodgers rotation, the latest oh Shohei Ohtani’s pitching rehab, and all of their division and wild card winners. Then, Rays shortstop Chandler Simpson on when he first realized he was fast, watching Tony Gwynn on YouTube, talking trash on the basepath and his elit…

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Palpable Pressure: Ron Howard on “Fight For Glory,” Growing Up a Dodgers Fan; First Impressions from Dodgers-Cubs in Tokyo 1:09:26

1M ago1:09:26

1:09:26

Jesse Rogers and Buster talk about the first game of the MLB season and offer their first impressions of the Dodgers and Cubs. Plus, Spencer Strider wows in his Spring Training return, who popped for Jesse as he traveled around camps and the AL East appears wide open. Then, Ron Howard stops by to talk about his new project “Fight for Glory: 2024 Wo…

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GAVIN ROSSDALE — on cooking for Serena Williams and being besties with Jack McBrayer 51:17

1M ago51:17

51:17

Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale joins the show. Over black cod and monkfish soup, Gavin tells me cooking for Serena Williams on his TV show ‘Dinner with Gavin Rossdale’ (love the name!), his bestie Jack McBrayer, and I share a special thing we have in common (hint hint: it’s someplace we lived). This episode was recorded at Soban in LA’s Koreatown. Wa…

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Madonna Blond Ambition Reunion w/ Luis Xtravaganza, Carlton Wilborn & Kevin Stea 57:10

28d ago57:10

57:10

Jess is joined by THREE of the iconic dancers from Madonna’s Blond Ambition Tour: Luis Xtravaganza, Carlton Wilborn + Kevin Stea! Topics: TRUTH OR DARE follow-up doc STRIKE A POSE, Luis attending high school with Jose Xtravaganza, Christopher Ciccone’s impact on “The Girlie Show,” Kevin’s work with LADY GAGA, the 1990 MTV “Rock the Vote” campaign, …

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Preseason Rumble: Picking NL & AL MVP, Cy Young, Rookie Of the Year, Pennant Winners, Worst Record 1:21:34

1M ago1:21:34

1:21:34

Tim Kurkjian, Hembo, David Schoenfield and Buster preview the 2025 MLB season by drafting the winners of the AL MVP, NL MVP, AL Cy Young, NL Cy Young, AL Rookie of the Year, NL Rookie of the Year, AL Pennant, NL Pennant, and the team with the worst record. Then, Dan Shulman previews the Blue Jays, and Susan Slusser preview the Giants. Later, Sarah …

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Brandon Collins, Joe DeRosa, John Erler and Caitlin Peluffo guest 1:07:56

1M ago1:07:56

1:07:56

Live from the Esther’s Follies in Austin as part of SXSW, Doug welcomes Brandon Collins, Joe DeRosa, John Erler and Caitlin Peluffo to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Irreplaceables: Bobby Witt Jr. Dodges Series Injury; Jim Rice Clashes with Red Sox; Vibes out of Astros Camp; Phillies & Yankees Previews 49:19

1M ago49:19

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Eduardo Pérez and Buster discuss the most irreplaceable players in the league, Eduardo raising his eyebrow over the Rafael Devers situation in Red Sox camp, Jim Rice clashing with Red Sox baseball ops, why Eduardo likes the Astros over the Rangers in the AL West, and which player he’s expecting a huge bounce back season. Plus, Tom McCarthy previews…

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Humming to Yourself: Deep Dive on Gerrit Cole's Injury; Pitching Ninja on the Roki Sasaki & Paul Skenes; Red Sox & Cardinals Previews 1:02:44

1M ago1:02:44

1:02:44

Hembo and Buster discuss what losing Gerrit Cole means for the Yankees, Cole himself, the AL East and the trade market. Plus, they discuss why the Mets will really miss Francisco Alvarez, even just for a month. Then, the Pitching Ninja Rob Friedman stops by to share his feelings on the Cole injury, Roki Sasaki’s splitter, Paul Skenes’ cutter and wh…

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JOEL MCHALE— on how 'The Soup’ led to ‘Community’ and career anxiety 47:38

1M ago47:38

47:38

‘Community’ star Joel McHale joins the show. Over sweet shrimp and octopus nigiri, Joel tells me about being besties with Lisa Vanderpump, trolling reporters on the set of ‘Community,’ and the lies he told to get a spot on ‘Will & Grace.’ This episode was recorded at Leona’s in Studio City, CA. Want next week’s episode now? Subscribe to Dinner’s on…

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Doesn’t Feel Right: Major Injuries for the Yankees, Mets, Orioles; Early ABS Thoughts; Braves & Guardians Previews 1:06:52

1M ago1:06:52

1:06:52

Jorge Castillo and Buster discuss injuries to Gerrit Cole, Grayson Rodriguez and Francisco Alvarez. Plus, Jorge's on Dave Roberts' evolution as a manager as he's on the verge of a new contract with the Dodgers. Then, Doug Glanville stops by to share his thoughts on the ABS System, and which of this weekend's injuries he thinks will be most impactfu…

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Brandon Collins, Dan Rosen and Noël Wells guest 58:58

1M ago58:58

58:58

Doug welcomes Brandon Collins, Dan Rosen and Noël Wells to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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