Join us as we revisit the episode where Jack takes a brave step toward recovery, Randall embarks on a journey to find his birth mother, and Deja adjusts to life with the Pearsons. We'll discuss the emotional challenges of working on a deeply moving show like This Is Us and how the cast and crew navigate those intense moments on set. Plus, we'll delve into De ... Show More
Oct 13
Caitlin Thompson and Us | Madison Simmons
This week on That Was Us, Sterling and co-host Ryan Michelle Bathe are joined in studio by Caitlin Thompson, who played Madison on This Is Us. From Madison’s evolution from comedic relief to a fully realized character, to the realities of navigating Hollywood as a woman and a mot ... Show More
1h 19m
Oct 6
A Turn of Events | "Taboo" (607)
On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 6, Episode 7: Taboo. As the Pearsons gather for Thanksgiving, Kate and Toby confront lingering tension and Rebecca makes an important decision about who will care for her as her illness progresses. In this episode, the h ... Show More
1h 45m
Sep 29
Chat Was Us | Marriage
This week on That Was Us…another favorite segment of the pod, Chat Was Us! This time, we’re talking about something at the heart of so many This Is Us stories: marriage, partnership, and what it means to build a life together. And for this conversation, Mandy, Sterling, and Chris ... Show More
1h 22m
Sep 2019
"Strangers" Season 4 Episode 1 'This Is Us' Review
Welcoming back The Pearsons in true 'This Is Us' style...we were thrown for a loop with 3 strangers being introduced to the mix of our beloved characters. Who are Cassidy, Jack and Malik? Stay tuned for our aftershow with hosts Candice Cruz, Danny Royce, Parris Rose, and Haley Gr ... Show More
47m 53s
Jan 2025
Be Kind, Rewind: “Once in Love with Amy” with Lee Norris
As we approach Season 6, we've decided to welcome back a few of our favorite past guests to specifically analyze one episode of their selection! So first up - Lee Norris, a.k.a. Minkus, joins the hosts to take a second look at Season 1's, “Once in Love with Amy." Lee breaks down ... Show More
54m 51s
Apr 2019
"Black Girl Magic" Season 3 Episode 5 'Queer Eye' Review
Let the tears flow! In our most emotional episode to date, Anna-Kay (@annakaythomas), Christine (@christineialexis), and Charles (@charlesconoly) talk about how Jess learns how to embrace her identity as a strong black woman. #BlackGirlMagic is in full effect as Jess reconnects w ... Show More
48m 36s
Oct 2021
Lights, Camera, Cry on Cue! • EP115
<p>Ever cried in a mall in front of hundreds of people? Ask Sophia! Then, deep dive into Lucas’ psyche and why he might be struggling so intensely between Brooke & Peyton. </p><p><br></p><p>Haley sings for the first time and Joy answers fan questions about the beginning of Ha ... Show More
1h 4m
Dec 2021
I Was Gonna Stay Open Late in Case Anyone Wanted to Eat after the Meeting...Forget That! (S2 E8, "The Ins and Outs of Inns")
<p>Find out why The Ins and Outs of Inns is Scott's FAVORITE episode so far. Plus, we get emotional talking about the scene in this episode that brought us all to tears.</p><p> </p><p>We discuss Rory's influence over Jess (Milo Ventimiglia). Was the chalk outline a hilarious pra ... Show More
1h 3m