Timothy Simons is best known as Jonah Ryan, the walking insult magnet on HBO’s Veep—but his latest role in Netflix’s hit romantic comedy Nobody Wants This is giving audiences a whole new reason to love him. On this episode of Obsessed, host Kevin Fallon sits down with Simons to discuss his evolution into a romantic lead, the show’s surprisingly relatable tak ... Show More
Oct 23
How ‘Seinfeld’ Became ‘Torture’ for Larry David: Biographer
What makes Larry David one of the most fascinating—and famously difficult—figures in comedy? On this episode of Obsessed, host Matt Wilstein sits down with Blake J. Harris, author of the new authorized biography Emperor of Nothing: The Making of Larry David, to uncover the storie ... Show More
58m 21s
Oct 22
‘SNL’ Alum Nimesh Patel on Trump, Kash Patel, and Shane Gillis
Comedian and Emmy-nominated writer Nimesh Patel joins Matt Wilstein on Obsessed: The Podcast for a sharp, hilarious conversation about political comedy, free speech, and the line between provocative humor and controversy. Patel discusses his new Netflix stand-up special, By the D ... Show More
47m 37s
May 2019
How Did You Get So Dope, Queen? with Phoebe Robinson
Phoebe Robinson is a comedian, writer, podcaster, and ½ of Two Dope Queens. She joins Jonathan to breakdown their theories on Game of Thrones, the creation of Two Dope Queens, Phoebe’s early days in New York, the need for non-white and non-male voices in comedy, and more.
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51m 43s
Mar 2018
Phoebe and Buck Angel Talk About Sex, Baby
The trans activist and former adult film star joins Phoebe to talk about DIY porn, the challenges of transitioning, and his journey to self-love and acceptance.
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About the podcast:
Phoebe Robinson is tired of being the token black woman in an ocean of white dude comedians. S ... Show More
38m 18s
Mar 2019
Interview: Phoebe Robinson of '2 Dope Queens'
It's Tuesday. Phoebe Robinson is doing a lot. There's her acting and her second book, 'Everything's Trash, But It's Okay.' And on top of that, there's '2 Dope Queens,' the podcast turned HBO live show that she hosted with Jessica Williams. Sam catches up with Robinson on the come ... Show More
25m 40s
Jan 2024
Matinee Monday: Freejack LIVE! (w/ Jessica St. Clair & Phoebe Robinson)
<p>Comedian/writer/actress Phoebe Robinson (2 Dope Queens) joins Paul, Jason, and guest co-host Jessica St. Clair to discuss the 1992 science fiction action film Freejack. Recorded live in New York, they talk about the spiritual switch board, faberge eggs, and the true meaning of ... Show More
1h 24m
Mar 2023
Let's Make A Rom-Com, Episode 5: Romantic Dialogue (feat. Phoebe Robinson)
The gang consult comedian, actor, podcaster, and renowned wit Phoebe Robinson (2 Dope Queens, Everything's Trash) on how to write genuine and genuinely good romantic dialogue. Reading out their real love letters to past and present partners inspires Maddy, Mark, and Ryan on what ... Show More
28m 29s