Louis speaks to John Wilson, fellow documentarian and creator of the cult-favourite series, How To...with John Wilson. The pair swap stories about their respective work, including discussing John’s collaborations with writer and producer Nathan Fielder, how joining an acapella group exposed him to the NXIVM sex-cult, and their shared disdain for mockumentari ... Show More
Jul 28
S8 EP8: Gary Stevenson discusses his Mormon upbringing, sparring with Rory Stewart and why a wealth tax could save the economy
Louis is joined in the Spotify studio by author, YouTuber and inequality economist Gary Stevenson. Gary tells Louis about growing up in a Mormon family, his disagreement with Rory Stewart, and why he thinks a wealth tax could solve financial inequality. Please note this episode w ... Show More
1h 4m
Jul 20
S8 EP7: Olivia Wilde on the pitfalls of long-term love, her unusual family name, and the 'garbage disposal' of tabloid media
Today, Louis speaks to actor, director and renaissance woman Olivia Wilde. Following the release of her film The Invite, the pair discuss the secrets to a healthy relationship, her unusual family name, and her experience in the 'garbage disposal' of tabloid media. Warnings: Stron ... Show More
1h 20m
Jul 13
S8 EP6: Mike D discusses breaking rap into the mainstream, the infamous hydraulic penis, and disbanding the Beastie Boys
Louis sits down with Grammy award-winning rapper, producer and former Beastie Boy Mike D. Speaking ahead of the release of his first solo album, Thank You, Mike tells Louis about breaking rap into the mainstream, the mechanics behind the Beastie Boys’ 20 foot hydraulic penis, and ... Show More
1h 15m
Mar 2022
How Things Fell Apart with Louis Theroux
In this bonus episode of Things Fell Apart, Jon Ronson's friend and fellow documentary maker Louis Theroux asks him all about how he made the series. They take a deep dive into Culture Wars battles and explore Jon's storytelling methods, all while chatting about Jon's broken arm, ... Show More
43m 50s
Mar 2024
The Meaning of Life With Rainn Wilson
<p>Trevor is joined by Josh Johnson and actor, writer, and host of the Soulboom podcast Rainn Wilson to talk all things modern spirituality, the suspicious similarities between cults and video games, and what to do when somebody starts describing their star chart at a party. Trev ... Show More
47m 29s
Apr 2024
How to make the best show about New York with John Wilson
<p>IN THIS EPISODE OF <a href="https://www.atlasobscura.com/podcast" target="_blank">THE ATLAS OBSCURA PODCAST</a>, Dylan sits down with “How To<i>”</i> creator and narrator John Wilson about his travels, his favorite places and his HBO series that is part documentary, part memo ... Show More
29m 24s
Aug 2025
Shut Your Mouth You Sexy Bitch
Lily Allen and Miquita Oliver discuss the new Bonnie Blue documentary, the heyday of lads mags and whether they can still holiday in Ibiza.This episode contains very strong language, adult themes, strong sexual references and discussions about sexual assault. If you have been aff ... Show More
35m 20s
Dec 2023
Hillarious Stories (w/ John Arthur Hill)
Melissa invites actor, comedian, and Andy Cohen's ex, John Arthur Hill, onto the show to talk about his friendship with Andy, his run-ins with Housewives on Fire Island, and why the phone calls never stop when you're in reality tv. Melissa also shares her (and Joe's) experience b ... Show More
42m 30s