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Obsessed: The Podcast is for those who like their culture pop and their pleasures guilty. Entertainment guru Kevin Fallon and a rotating cast of brilliant critics, including late night TV expert Matt Wilstein, bring you the most dramatic news and interview the biggest celebrities from TV, movies, and that not-so-guilty pleasure you love to binge. Whether it’s a steamy-beyond-steamy kiss, just-dropped trailer, or unhinged social media meltdown: if you love it, we’re Obsessed.
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- 5 days ago55 min
Dan Harmon on ‘Community’ Movie, ‘Rick and Morty’ Drama and More
Dan Harmon joins Obsessed to discuss his Emmy-nominated return with Rick and Morty, the new Adult Swim spinoff President Curtis, and the long-awaited Community movie. Harmon opens up about why Chevy Chase won't return for the film, reflects on their complicated working relationship, shares how Justin Roiland's departure nearly ended Rick and Morty, and reveals how the series survived one of its biggest challenges. He also talks about writing for Hugh Jackman's Oscars, his uncredited work on Doctor Strange, the realities of Hollywood, political satire in the Trump era, and a hilarious story about the time he embarrassed himself in front of Christian Bale in one of his most candid interviews yet. Receive 50% off your first order on any of their products. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/OTP. #ad Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago47 min
June Diane Raphael Spills 'Legally Blonde' Prequel Secrets
June Diane Raphael joins Kevin Fallon on Obsessed to discuss starring as Eva Woods in Elle, the Legally Blonde prequel, and why she intentionally went blonde to change the trajectory of her Hollywood career. She opens up about working alongside Lexi Minetree, honoring the legacy of James Van Der Beek in his final on-screen performance, unforgettable memories with Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin on Grace and Frankie, her iconic roles in Parks and Recreation and Happy Endings, and the lasting impact of Legally Blonde. If you love celebrity interviews, TV, movies, comedy, and behind-the-scenes Hollywood stories, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago46 min
Mary Steenburgen on Ted Danson, Larry David, and New Rom-Com ‘The Dink’
Oscar-winning actress Mary Steenburgen joins Obsessed to talk about her charming new Apple TV+ comedy The Dink, how she almost got fired for laughing too much at Will Ferrell in Elf, the improv magic behind Step Brothers and Curb Your Enthusiasm, and how Larry David caused even close friends to believe she and Ted Danson had split. Steenburgen also opens up about falling in love with Danson, working together decades later on A Man on the Inside, her thoughts on his conversation with W. Kamau Bell about the 1993 Friars Club controversy, and the career lessons she's learned from a lifetime in Hollywood. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago42 min
How This White Lotus Star Could Come Back From the Dead
Emmy-winning actor Murray Bartlett joins Kevin Fallon to talk about his thrilling new series Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed, the unforgettable success of The White Lotus, and why there's still hope for a return to Mike White's hit HBO drama. He also reflects on filming one of television's most beloved love stories in The Last of Us, breaking stereotypes through LGBTQ+ representation, behind-the-scenes secrets from his most shocking scenes, and the surprising impact his work continues to have on audiences around the world. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago50 min
‘Curb’ Director Jeff Schaffer on Obama, Larry David, and Cheryl Hines
Jeff Schaffer, Larry David’s longtime creative partner on Seinfeld and Curb Your Enthusiasm, joins Obsessed to share behind-the-scenes stories from more than 30 years working with TV’s biggest curmudgeon—including what it was really like directing Barack Obama on HBO's Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness, creating the show's most talked-about political sketches, and why Larry’s TV wife, Cheryl Hines, doesn't make a cameo. Schaffer also reflects on the Seinfeld reunion, working with stars like Sacha Baron Cohen, Matt Damon, and Jim Carrey, and reveals why he believes Curb Your Enthusiasm really is over for good this time. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago37 min
Frankie Grande Talks Ariana Grande, Trump, Big Brother, and More
Frankie Grande is telling all. The Broadway star, Big Brother fan favorite, and author of Supergay! joins Obsessed to reveal the stories he's never shared before—from growing up with Ariana Grande and battling addiction to unforgettable run-ins with Madonna, Justin Bieber, Law Roach, and other A-list celebrities. Frankie also takes us behind the scenes of Broadway's smash hit Titaníque, spills surprising Big Brother secrets, and explains why he hopes Donald Trump hates his memoir enough to ban it. Packed with celebrity gossip, Broadway stories, reality TV tea, and deeply personal revelations, this is Frankie Grande at his funniest, most honest, and most unfiltered. Go to https://zbiotics.com/OTP and use OTP at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. #ad Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago43 min
W. Kamau Bell Takes on Trump, CNN, America 250, and MAGA Comedians
Comedian, filmmaker, and activist W. Kamau Bell joins Obsessed to talk about America at 250, political comedy in the Trump era, the Nate Bargatze controversy, and why he believes comedians can't stay on the sidelines. Bell also reflects on his emotional conversation with Ted Danson about blackface, the changing landscape of cable news after CNN, the future of comedy, and the career lessons he's learned—from turning down Mitch Hedberg's mentorship to winning Celebrity Jeopardy!—in a candid conversation about ambition, accountability, and what's next. Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 4 weeks ago38 min
Law Roach Talks All Things 'Project Runway,' Zendaya, and Céline Dion
Fashion visionary Law Roach joins Obsessed to talk about bringing his signature honesty to Project Runway, why he calls himself an "image architect," and the psychology behind creating iconic celebrity style. He reflects on his longtime collaboration with Zendaya, the evolution of method dressing, the lessons he learned from Celine Dion, and why fashion has become one of Hollywood's most powerful marketing tools. Plus, Law shares behind-the-scenes stories from his career, his approach to judging reality TV, and the style trends he'd happily leave behind. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Obsessed: The Podcast is for those who like their culture pop and their pleasures guilty. Entertainment guru Kevin Fallon and a rotating cast of brilliant critics, including late night TV expert Matt Wilstein, bring you the most dramatic news and interview the biggest celebrities from TV, movies, and that not-so-guilty pleasure you love to binge. Whether it’s a steamy-beyond-steamy kiss, just-dropped trailer, or unhinged social media meltdown: if you love it, we’re Obsessed.
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