Josh and Craig are joined by series co-creator Carter Bays to revisit “The Pineapple Incident,” one of How I Met Your Mother’s most beloved early episodes. They share how the idea—originally called “Drunken Fiasco”—was one of the first ever pitched for the show, long before the writers’ room formed. The trio reflect on the power of mystery in storytelling, h ... Show More
Nov 17
How We Got Ridonk [with Joe Manganiello] | S2E5 "World's Greatest Couple"
Season two, episode five of How We Made Your Mother dives into “World’s Greatest Couple,” where Lily moves in with Barney, and Marshall finds unexpected companionship with Brad—played by guest star Joe Manganiello, who joins Josh and Craig for the episode. The hosts break down ho ... Show More
1h 7m
Nov 10
How that Wasn't Ted | S2E4 "Ted Mosby: Architect"
In this episode of How We Made Your Mother, Josh Radnor and Craig Thomas revisit Season 2, Episode 4, “Ted Mosby: Architect,” which aired October 9, 2006. They reflect on the show’s use of music—like the Decemberists’ “Here I Dreamt I Was an Architect”—and how songs became part o ... Show More
1h 8m
Sep 16
A New Chapter Begins | "Strangers" (401) with special guest Blake Stadnik
We made it to Season 4! On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re talking all about Season 4, Episode 1: Strangers. This episode weaves together the stories of three new characters: Cassidy, a soldier returning home from Afghanistan; Malik, a teenage father finding his way; and Ja ... Show More
1h 24m
Sep 9
Josh Radnor — on reconciling with HIMYM’s Ted Mosby, marriage, and side effects of fame
Writer, director, musician and “How I Met Your Mother” star Josh Radnor joins the show. Over oat milk cortados and bavette steak, I ask him about his new rewatch podcast, How We Made Your Mother, inspired by his wife’s first time watching the series. Josh opens up about the highs ... Show More
47m 56s
Sep 23
The Second Half of Life | "The Pool: Part Two" (402)
On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 4, Episode 2: The Pool: Part Two. Flashbacks to a day at the pool show Jack and Rebecca struggling to keep their kids close as they grow older. In the present, the Big Three deal with their own set of challenges now that ... Show More
1h 28m
Nov 13
242: Unique Experiences..
Two Hot Takes host, Morgan, is joined by guest co-host Michaela! Sometimes you hear a story and just think "well that's a unique experience.." aka something so far fetch, unbelievable, and cringey that you question how this person is even telling the tale!! Well we got a few of t ... Show More
1h 55m
Oct 23
239: Simply Supernatural..
Two Hot Takes host, Morgan, is joined by guest co-host Justin!! We are getting into personal occult, paranormal stories submitted from you guys! From a ghost clearly seen in a car port, to a writer getting a sign from dad thanks to a light up duck, to grandpas haunted ashes.. you ... Show More
2h 14m
Sep 2024
Do you have a critical inner voice? Ben and Nemone explain why. Also, forgotten actors who are enjoying a renaissance and your questions answered - SHRINK THE INBOX
For the last episode of this season, team STB gets real with those pesky inner monologues (as promised in the Carrie: Sex and the City episode). Plus, what's the connection between 80s comedy-thriller Lovejoy and The Matrix? We explore actors who have come back from obscurity wit ... Show More
49m 18s
Oct 7
TPUSA RESPONDS: Yes, The Text Messages Are Real. | Candace Ep 249
Turning Point responds to the release of the group chat messages, X has a meltdown, and a Turning Point donor publishes a touching letter regarding me. 00:00 - Start. 01:03 - X has a meltdown and TPUSA addresses the text messages. 28:19 - Robert J. O'Neill questions the Charlie K ... Show More
1h 7m
Sep 11
Love, Music, and The Town Troubadour
<p>After a wonderful conversation with Grant-Lee Phillips himself, we had to do a deep-dive into the best of Stars Hollow’s Town Troubadour! We love what his music, lyrics, and presence adds to the ambiance of the Gilmore girls’ lives. Which episodes does he appear in? How do his ... Show More
59m 58s