logo
episode-header-image
May 2022
45m 41s

Joel McHale: Work the Jokes

Stitcher & Team Coco, Rob Lowe
About this episode

It's a meandering world of comedy when Joel McHale joins Rob Lowe. On today's episode you'll find out about the evolution of Talk Soup, the obstacles Joel has faced with his Dyslexia, how The White House correspondents dinner rewired his nerves, and the joke that hurt Robert De Niro's feelings! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Yours could get featured on the show!

Up next
Aug 21
Eli Roth: Urban Legends
Rob and Eli Roth are getting spooky! Horror mastermind Eli Roth joins Rob Lowe to discuss the urban legends of the 1970s and 1980s, working with Quentin Tarantino, his insane college job at Penthouse, his new project “Let the Devil In” on MGM+, and much more.Make sure to subscrib ... Show More
57m 25s
Aug 18
Vanessa Bayer: It's More Fun With Cookies (Re-Release)
You asked for more Rob Lowe, and now you're getting more Rob Lowe! Every other Monday in the Literally podcast feed, we’ll be sharing a special re-release from the Literally archives. From Robert Downey Jr. to Oprah Winfrey, you never know who will show up. In this episode, Rob a ... Show More
1h 12m
Aug 14
KJ Apa: Poppin’ Tops
Things go off the rails when actors KJ Apa (Riverdale) and John Owen Lowe (Unstable) drop in on Rob Lowe! After losing their shirts, they get into KJ’s Samoan heritage, AI, visitation dreams, the relationship between self-discovery and sobriety, gratitude, and KJ’s new film The M ... Show More
59m 1s
Recommended Episodes
May 2018
Joel McHale
Joel McHale (The Soup, Community, The Joel McHale Show with Joel McHale) is an American comedian, actor and television host extraordinaire. Joel sits down with Dax to discuss his childhood diagnosis of "slow starter," the trap of overcommitment and the hang up's that come from wo ... Show More
1h 22m
Dec 2023
Joel McHale
Joel McHale, an Italian born-American actor, comedian, television presenter, and Craig’s long time friend. He is best known for hosting The Soup and his role as Jeff Winger on the NBC sitcom Community. Take a break from the holiday festivities and listen to this engaging and funn ... Show More
1 h
Jul 2023
Joel McHale: Conquering Dyslexia & Imposter Syndrome
Joel McHale (Community, The Soup, Animal Control) joins us in studio to discuss his struggles with dyslexia, ADHD, and imposter syndrome. He shares his experiences working on The Soup and Community, opens up about what it was like to work with Chevy Chase, and his fears about nev ... Show More
54m 3s
Jul 2023
Knives and Fights w/ Joel McHale | 2 Bears, 1 Cave Ep. 194
Welcome to another episode of 2 Bears 1 Cave with Bert Kreischer and guest bear Joel McHale! They talk about their heads, hair and health along with taking the testosterone plunge. They talk about work ethic, narcissism, auditioning together for The Office and some Bud Light comm ... Show More
1h 54m
May 2021
Joel McHale Returns to Talk With Bob About Everything From Drones that Deliver Steaks to Appearing On Every Show On Television
Bob welcomes Joel McHale back to the podcast for a much-needed conversation between friends. Joel recalls hilarious memories of being on E!’s “The Soup”, the struggle of inconsistent work in comedy, and how he managed to be on 9 TV shows at the same time. The two also bond over a ... Show More
1h 49m
Feb 2020
Performance Review w/ Larry Wilmore
This week on Office Ladies we break down the Performance Review episode of the Office. We've confirmed 'Chunk It' is an acceptable saying and Jenna and Angela share behind the scenes info about the famous fitness orb cold open. Then Larry Wilmore joins us to talk about his time w ... Show More
1h 4m
Mar 2019
Episode 197: Joel McHale
In this episode Ru and Michelle are joined by Joel McHale. They discuss The Golden Girls, the tie that shook the world, Poshmark, Seattle, depression, getting a MFA, The Soup, and more.This episode is sponsored by Quip, Talkspace, Audible, and Robinhood. 
1h 10m
Sep 2019
Russell Howard
One of the UK's best loved comedians Russell Howard joins James this week. They discuss Russell's rise to fame. From Stand-Up at the age of 18, to the encouragement of his parents for him to pursue comedy full time, and how Mock the Week became the turning point in his career. Fu ... Show More
42m 20s
Apr 2021
How To Be A Better Person (Than Everyone Else): Joel Stein On The Lost Art Of Elitism
 Time Magazine columnist for 20 years, Joel Stein is known for his humorous, irreverent and often deadpan inquiries into American life and social politics. His latest book is In Defense of Elitism: Why I'm Better Than You and You're Better Than Someone Who Didn't Buy This Book, w ... Show More
1h 44m
May 2021
Joel McHale
Joel McHale, star of Community, plays our game about community theater. He is joined by panelists Cristela Alonzo, Jessi Klein and Helen Hong. 
48 m