Best Justin Long Podcasts (2024)

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Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: PorchFest, Hibachi Memories, and Giggle Fits 🧀 50:27

2M ago50:27

50:27

The guys catch up about Christian’s experience at PorchFest this year, the annual Connecticut tradition where bands set up stages on neighborhood porches (and how Christian didn’t move from his porch the whole time). Justin recounts the walk down memory lane he and Kate had after having Hibachi at the Sakura Japanese restaurant in Westport, CT. The…

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Life Is Short Re-Run: Jesse Eisenberg #️⃣ 1:10:49

2M ago1:10:49

1:10:49

Jesse Eisenberg (The Art of Self Defense, The Social Network) talks with Justin about the antiquated notion of “winning” in professional basketball, and how he has no desire to relax. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Ap…

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Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Hotdog Anxiety, Springsteen Fight, and Non-Hookup Food 🥟 44:23

3M ago44:23

44:23

Justin and Christian ponder an ethical dilemma involving a fast food drive thru, Justin checks dog urine sample collection off his bucket list and they pay tribute to the late founder of Din Tai Fung. Then they answer a listener letter that used ChatGPT AI technology to craft the perfect Would You Rather question (and it’s so good it scares them a …

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Life Is Short Re-Run: Lea Thompson 😢 1:24:33

3M ago1:24:33

1:24:33

Lea Thompson (Back to the Future) explains why she thinks having a baby means you can’t be a movie star anymore. Justin geeks out over Back to the Future, and gets to practice his Minnesota accent. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the W…

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Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Muffin Energy, Subtle Dancing, and Crameos🐴 47:59

3M ago47:59

47:59

Justin and Christian debate whether they have bird, horse or muffin energy. Then, they answer a listener letter requesting they get Ryan Gosling and Elijah Wood on the show and they debate a Would You Rather about giving up air conditioning/heating or the Internet. Finally, a listener voicemail asks Justin about his strategies for dealing with a ba…

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Life Is Short Re-Run: Sam Rockwell 💩 🧀 58:54

3M ago58:54

58:54

Oscar winning actor Sam Rockwell (Fosse/Verdon on FX, Three Billboards) talks about what it’s like when your hotel room is next to Christopher Walken's. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start …

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Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Checking Out Guys, Stage Anxiety, and Bassist vs Drummer 🍇 46:24

3M ago46:24

46:24

Justin and Christian discuss an embarrassing moment in which Christian was mesmerized by a beautiful man hogging the cheese section at Whole Foods. Then a listener asks for advice for an anxious new actor who closes her eyes while performing on stage. Then, we hear a voicemail from a rather jolly listener named Justin Lamb who wants to know whether…

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Life is Short Re-Run: Vince Vaughn 👍 1:41:51

3M ago1:41:51

1:41:51

Vince Vaughn (Freaky) and Justin talk about a crazy game they invented while in Vegas after wrapping Dodgeball, Vince tells a story about the time he gamed the system at Disneyland, and they pay homage to the great John Hughes. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wo…

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Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Jerry O, Chia Heads, and Parenting Advice 🌶️ 51:23

3M ago51:23

51:23

Justin and Christian are blessed by a shirtless Jerry O’Connell who joins the show while on a hike surrounded by his pack of dogs. Then, the guys answer a listener letter suggesting that Justin be cast in an Anthony Kiedis biopic. Finally, they listen to a voicemail from Kyle in Seattle asking for advice on how to raise his three kids to have a sim…

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Life Is Short Re-Run: Dr. Jane Goodall 1:36:19

3M ago1:36:19

1:36:19

Dr. Jane Goodall (The Jane Goodall Hopecast podcast) talks to Justin about her first memories of gravitating towards animals, how her connection with chimps has changed the way she connects with humans, and she reflects on her life long work as an activist. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen…

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Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Cats and Dogs, Cubicle Life, and Heartbreak 🥒 53:31

4M ago53:31

53:31

Justin and Christian talk about eating strange vegetables in public, what feral and domestic animals would say to humans, and yet again they discuss just how out of touch they are with what’s cool these days. Then they answer a letter about how to simplify your life as a young adult, and they tackle a Would You Rather. Finally, they offer advice to…

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Encore: Jake Johnson 👍 1:32:45

4M ago1:32:45

1:32:45

Jake Johnson (New Girl, Stumptown) tells Justin about the wild experience he had filming an action movie with Tom Cruise and he reminisces about the hilarious performances that Justin delivered on New Girl. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+…

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Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Darn Kids, Kardashians, and Crop Dusting 🦟 47:21

4M ago47:21

47:21

The guys discuss the psychology behind why high-pitched buzzing noises are so excruciating, and Christian reveals that he watched Justin’s episode of Keeping Up With The Kardashians. Then we read a letter from Alyssa who learned about the word queef from listening to the show, and she asks a Back To The Future-themed WYR. Finally, Chelsea from Minn…

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Life Is Short Re-Run: Max Greenfield 🙌🙏 1:27:00

4M ago1:27:00

1:27:00

Max Greenfield (New Girl, The Neighborhood) shares some hilarious parenting stories, and tells Justin all about his SNL themed Bar Mitzvah. Justin and Max talk about fun “behind the scenes” moments from their days on New Girl. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Won…

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Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Letting Go, Elder Abuse, and TJ’s Insider 🐄 50:50

4M ago50:50

50:50

The guys both have a lot to say about the Indiana Jones franchise, Justin visits a farm that makes him feel better about eating dairy and he recounts another chapter of the woodchuck versus garden saga. Then we read a letter from a fan who works for Trader Joe’s, and they give us some insight into why their cashiers always seems to ask somewhat per…

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Life Is Short Re-Run: Kristen Bell 🍆 1:41:38

4M ago1:41:38

1:41:38

Kristen Bell (The Good Place, Frozen) tells Justin about the incredible fight she and her husband recently had, and how they moved on (hint: sometimes it just takes a dog). Kristen also talks about her viral “sloth” video. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery…

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Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Skunk Orgy, Daily Compliments, and Accumulating Trash 💅🏼 43:52

4M ago43:52

43:52

The guys suffer through Happy’s dog farts while they discuss how Justin and Kate ate rancid meat and lived to tell the tale, then Christian recounts how he said something awkwardly sexual in the presence of some manly bros. We read a letter from Courtney about that one time Justin touched her shoulder after Seminar on Broadway, plus she offers a WY…

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Joey Graziadei 😎 1:28:27

4M ago1:28:27

1:28:27

Joey Graziadei (The Bachelor) and Justin talk about his experience on The Bachelor and The Bachelorette franchises, what it's been like to settle into life after the show with his new fiancée Kelsey, and what he thinks about the pickleball craze. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all epi…

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Life Is Short(er): Beep Beep, Swarming Bugs, and Bad Breath vs B.O.👮‍♂️ 52:45

5M ago52:45

52:45

This week on the show, Justin recounts his guilt-ridden experience at the Atlanta airport and Christian plays good cop/bad cop/practical cop with the new pickle ball bag he was gifted. Daniel writes in with a suggestion for something embarrassing the guys can to do for their football bet (while Christian suggests multi-colored nipples). Vanessa cal…

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Leslie Liao 😎🤘 1:09:53

5M ago1:09:53

1:09:53

Leslie Liao (stand-up comedian) and Justin talk about how her experience as an agent assistant has helped her comedy career, who she was inspired by growing up in Orange County and she informs us that Trader Joe's has a really good scallion pancake. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all …

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Life Is Short(er): Justin’s Dad, Testicle Exam, and Inner Daisy Duke 🐻 51:38

5M ago51:38

51:38

This week on the show, Justin talks about his experience working in a haunted strip club, and Christian endures an awkward and insulting encounter with a waitress in LA. Laura calls in with a lot to say about prostate exams and fecal transplants. Finally, new listener Sarah calls in to make a case for visiting Alaska in the winter. Listen to Life i…

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Sal Vulcano 👍 1:16:20

5M ago1:16:20

1:16:20

Our first ever repeat guest! Sal Vulcano (Terrified, Impractical Jokers) and Justin talk about the strange relationship between fear and humor, what to expect from his new YouTube comedy special "Terrified," and the time he thought he might die in a plane crash. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can l…

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Life Is Short(er): Too Many Pumps, Spooter Ding Dong, and Gay Stereotypes ☕️ 51:04

5M ago51:04

51:04

This week on the show the guys are in LA filming a new horror short! They recount their experiences buying sugary coffee drinks and playing pickle ball together on the West Coast. Then a listener named John Murphy writes in with his funny impression of the Wheel of Fortune sound effect. Finally, John Stanley calls in yet again to discuss his experi…

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Jamie-Lynn Sigler 🥰 1:15:38

5M ago1:15:38

1:15:38

Jamie Lynn-Sigler (MeSsy podcast) and Justin talk about landing her breakout role as Meadow in The Sopranos, how her role in Entourage was originally pitched to her, what it's been like to live and work with MS, and why she and Christina Applegate started their podcast MeSsy. Listen to MeSsy on Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Website Listen to Li…

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Life Is Short(er): Audition Guilt, Ghost Aunt, and 5-Year-Old Body 🎬 53:34

5M ago53:34

53:34

This week on the show, the guys wish they could send thank you notes to every person who auditioned for their new horror film, and they debate whether it’s better to be compared to Napoleon Bonaparte or Napoleon Dynamite. Salma writes in with a story about a paranormal experience involving the ghost of her aunt. Geoffa calls in from Ecuador with a …

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Mo Willems 1:17:00

5M ago1:17:00

1:17:00

Mo Willems (Mo Willems Workshop) and Justin talk about his early career in comedy, what it was like to work for Sesame Street, how he interacts with his young and enthusiastic fans and why he loves to see kids creating their own stories based on his characters. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can li…

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Life Is Short(er): Aggressive Stream, Substitute Brothers, and Emoji Middle Finger 🎂 51:54

6M ago51:54

51:54

This week, the guys have updates and shout outs galore, and Justin tells us about what he did for his birthday. A listener named Keith Deal writes in about how he loves to fall asleep while listening to the show, and we debate the pros cons of being an only child versus one of many. Angelica from Jackson, WY calls in to admit she listens to the sho…

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Ben Platt 🕺🏻💕 1:16:11

6M ago1:16:11

1:16:11

Ben Platt (Honeymind) and Justin talk about Ben's upbringing in musical theater, the intense pressure and preparation he endured to star in Broadway's "Dear Evan Hansen," and what inspired his latest solo album, "Honeymind." Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wonde…

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Life Is Short(er): Beach Boys, The Carny Spectrum, and Passive Aggressive Button 🎡 52:50

6M ago52:50

52:50

This week on the show, the guys share a few humorous observations they had at a Beach Boys concert, and Justin recounts his trip with Kate to a small town carnival. Miriam writes in to correct the guys on a mistake they made in one of their ads. Alistair calls in with a good idea on how to handle road rage-y people. Listen to Life is Short on the W…

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Kathleen Hanna 1:14:31

6M ago1:14:31

1:14:31

Kathleen Hanna (Rebel Girl) and Justin talk about her upbringing in the 80s in the Pacific Northwest, her experiences in the punk scene and what it took to write her memoir, "Rebel Girl: My Life as a Feminist Punk." Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join…

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Life Is Short(er): Ashley Madison, Sink Bread, and Sibling Swap 55:18

6M ago55:18

55:18

This week on the show the guys discuss how they’re both unwilling to join Ashley Madison, and Justin tells us we should read up on American journalist Dorothy Thompson. Tara writes in with a food poisoning story that rivals Justin’s Mexico misadventure, and tops it off with a couple WYRs. Diamond calls in with a fun nature fact about Palau jellyfis…

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Dr. Mark Hyman 🤟 1:18:33

6M ago1:18:33

1:18:33

Dr. Mark Hyman (The Young Forever Cookbook) and Justin talk about the history of the US food industry, the myths surrounding organic and healthy eating, and why he wanted to write his new book, "The Young Forever Cookbook: More than 100 Delicious Recipes for Living Your Longest, Healthiest Life new cookbook Young Forever." Listen to Life is Short o…

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Life Is Short(er): Yinging It, Versions Of Us, and Stan Stanley 🍕 51:52

6M ago51:52

51:52

This week on the show, Justin needs to be talked into grabbing a NY slice and Christian recounts his experience time traveling via a Dave Matthews tribute band. Then, Carissa writes in about the genius way her kids marketed their lemonade stand. Amanda calls in to correct the record on her coworker John Stanley. Plus, John calls again with more nug…

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Susie Essman ❤️ 1:18:24

6M ago1:18:24

1:18:24

Susie Essman (Curb Your Enthusiasm) and Justin talk about her early comedy days in New York and meeting Larry David, how she helped develop her "Curb" character Susie Greene's personal style, and what happened when HBO decided to put a real-life billboard featuring her likeness in LA. Listen to the iHeartPodcast "The History of Curb Your Enthusiasm…

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Life Is Short(er): Ill-Fated Huevo, Just QuiFit, and A Dip In My Life 🤢 56:19

6M ago56:19

56:19

This week on the show, Justin tells us about his harrowing experience in Mexico and the “loose week” that followed. Christian has caught the Pickle Ball bug and is still dealing with Tina the Turkey messing up his yard. Kendall the late-bloomer Shorty calls in wondering why Christian doesn’t join in the interview portions of the show. Finally, we m…

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Mark Consuelos ❤️ 1:17:00

7M ago1:17:00

1:17:00

Mark Consuelnos (Live with Kelly and Mark) and Justin talk about how he feels awkward at fancy Hollywood parties, how he got his big break on a whim right out of college and he tells his side of the story of meeting and falling in love with his wife and co-host, Kelly Ripa. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcast…

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Life Is Short(er): Cold Hug, Avian Issues, and Stoned vs High 🦃 56:51

7M ago56:51

56:51

This week on the show, Justin tells us a story about getting a cold hug from Kris Jenner at a Hollywood party, and Christian has a run in with an intimidating turkey. Then Mike from Pittsburgh writes in and gets right to the point with a bunch of WYRs. Finally, Carrie from Tennessee leaves a “more than stoned” voicemail asking if the guys would rat…

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Dr. Phil 😎 1:16:09

7M ago1:16:09

1:16:09

Dr. Phil McGraw (We've Got Issues) and Justin talk about what he's learned about America through his 20 years in TV, why he started his own cable network Merit Street Media, his original dream of being an airline pilot and they get into the important social topics covered in his latest book, "We've Got Issues: How You Can Stand Strong for America's…

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Mushroom Risotto, Prickle Ballers, Persist In Saying🖕 52:40

7M ago52:40

52:40

This week on the show the guys both have frustrating coffee-fetching experiences, and Justin is obsessed with pickleball despite being shamed on the court. Nancy writes in with a Would You Rather about reliving (and then forgetting) your best day or your worst day ever. American Airlines flight attendant John Stanley leaves two unforgettable messag…

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Astro Alexandra 1:16:02

7M ago1:16:02

1:16:02

Astro Alexandra (space communicator) and Justin talk about her unique career in science communications, how she developed her lifelong curiosity with science and why social media isn't all bad. Follow at Astro_Alexandra on TikTok Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on …

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Life Is Short(er): Brunch Etiquette, Pendulous Balls, Short Threshold 👴🏼 58:58

7M ago58:58

58:58

This week on the show, the guys talk about Christian’s “intimidating” experience at a memorial service, and Justin has yet another awkward social interaction at a restaurant for us to analyze. Nicole writes in with lovely things to say about the show topped off with 3 thought-provoking Would You Rathers. Finally, Nico from Alberta calls in to ask a…

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Phil Rosenthal ❤️ 1:19:38

7M ago1:19:38

1:19:38

Phil Rosenthal (Somebody Feed Phil) and Justin talk about the origin of his it show "Everybody Loves Raymond," the importance of trying new things, and what it's like to work with his brother on his Netflix travel show "Somebody Feed Phil." Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes …

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Life Is Short(er): Funcy NY Night, Sexy vs Shrek, and Mom FaceTime 🏀 54:03

7M ago54:03

54:03

This week on the show, the guys discuss how Christian finally cleaned out his childhood bedroom, and they recount their wild night out in New York City (including a Larry David encounter). Then, Christi writes in asking about how Christian manages to put lotion on his hands without rubbing them together and she gives us a WYR about using a sexy voi…

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John Quiñones 😃 1:10:58

7M ago1:10:58

1:10:58

John Quiñones (ABC News) and Justin talk about his upbringing in San Antonio, Texas, how the Upward Bound program changed his life, what made him want to become a journalist and what he's learned about human nature from working on the show, "What Would You Do?" Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can li…

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Life Is Short(er): Juice Head, Exclamation Moink, and Sexy Nose Bleed 📝 52:54

8M ago52:54

52:54

This week on the show, the guys discuss how Christian scrapped plans for a humidor for a new juicer and he can’t get enough. Then, we read a letter from Kaitlin about an acquaintance’s ASMR Spa business offering scratching. Finally, Danielle from Indiana calls in with a story somewhat related to (but worse than) Justin’s broken capillary issue. Lis…

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Katey Sagal 🙏 1:09:11

8M ago1:09:11

1:09:11

Katey Sagal (PIE podcast, Married With Children) and Justin talk about her upbringing in Hollywood, her early career as a singer, how she got cast in Married With Children and her new podcast with husband Kurt Sutter called PIE. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on W…

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Life Is Short(er): Bachelor Finale, QR Codes, and Phonetic Alphabet 🌹 55:30

8M ago55:30

55:30

Today on the show the guys talk about the Bachelor finale and why they were both surprised at Joey’s choice (even though both women are gems). Then, Daniel the Elvis impersonator writes in thinking he might have had a beer with Justin in an airport bar in Atlanta. Finally, Carla the speech pathologist calls in to clue the guys in on the phonetic al…

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Kyle MacLachlan ❤️ 1:14:59

8M ago1:14:59

1:14:59

Kyle Maclachlan (Varnamtown, Portlandia) and Justin talk about his riveting new podcast, Varnamtown, his experience working with David Lynch on Dune, Blue Velvet and Twin Peaks, and his passion as a vintner with his own winery Pursued By Bear. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episod…

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Life Is Short(er): Pleasure Hounding, Navigational Problems, and Japanese Ghost 🐓 51:43

8M ago51:43

51:43

Today on the show, Christian fills us in on his week cosplaying as a snow bird in Marco Island, Florida. Then, a listener named Iliana writes in with a recommendation for a birding podcast, and she ends it with a bird-themed WYR. Finally, Pam from Halifax calls in to share her own supernatural experience in Japan. Listen to Life is Short on the Won…

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Jesse Tyler Ferguson 😬 1:12:33

8M ago1:12:33

1:12:33

Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Modern Family, Dinner's On Me) and Justin talk about the lasting cultural impact of his role on "Modern Family," how he came out to his father and what to expect from the new season of his podcast, "Dinner's On Me." Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-…

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