Obsessed: The Podcast
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Obsessed: The Podcast is a pop culture show hosted by Kevin Fallon and Matt Wilstein, covering the most dramatic entertainment news and interviewing big celebrities from TV and movies. It explores guilty pleasures, steamy moments, trailers, and social media meltdowns. New episodes are released every Thursday and Saturday, with early drops on YouTube.
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Liz Meriwether on ‘New Girl,’ ‘Furious,’ and Elizabeth Holmes 08.08.2026 39minNew Girl creator Liz Meriwether joins Kevin Fallon to discuss the surprising story behind the hit sitcom, why she hated its "adorkable" marketing, and the original title that almost made it to television. She also opens up about creating The Dropout, writing Hulu's new thriller Furious, working with Emmy Rossum, bringing Prince and Taylor Swift to New Girl, and what it's like to write the highly anticipated Britney Spears biopic. From behind-the-scenes Hollywood stories to Elizabeth Holmes, comedy, drama, and the future of one of pop culture's biggest icons, this candid conversation is packed with exclusive insights for TV, movie, and entertainment fans. Don't miss Furious, streaming on Hulu with New Episodes Mondays #ad Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Shawn Hatosy on ‘The Pitt,’ Emmys, and Finding Fame at 50 06.08.2026 47minEmmy-winning actor Shawn Hatosy joins Matt Wilstein to discuss the massive success of The Pitt, the show's 25 Emmy nominations, and why Dr. Jack Abbott has become one of television's most beloved characters. Hatosy opens up about directing episodes of the hit HBO Max medical drama, working with John Wells and Noah Wyle, the possibility of a The Pitt night shift spinoff, and the emotional impact the series has had on viewers considering careers in medicine. He also reflects on the highs and lows of his 30-year acting career, the iconic roles he almost landed—including Breaking Bad, Star Wars, and Sons of Anarchy—and why winning his first Emmy has changed everything. If you're a fan of The Pitt, behind-the-scenes Hollywood stories, and candid conversations with acclaimed actors, you won't want to miss this episode of Obsessed. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Why the ‘Future of Late-Night’ Is Ignoring Trump 01.08.2026 35minViral internet star Julian Shapiro-Barnum joins Obsessed to discuss his groundbreaking YouTube late-night series Outside Tonight, why traditional late night is ready for a reinvention, and how the hit show Recess Therapy changed his life. Julian opens up about avoiding the Trump-centric late-night formula, what interviewing precocious kids has taught him, and the inspiration behind his new book, How to Grow Up Without Becoming a Grown Up. Plus, he shares behind-the-scenes stories about Celebrity Substitute, working with stars like Lea Michele, Jonathan Groff, Millie Bobby Brown, and Will Ferrell, and reveals which celebrity guests left the biggest impression. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Jordan Klepper on Trump, MAGA, and ‘Daily Show’ Secrets 30.07.2026 49minThe Daily Show’s Jordan Klepper joins Obsessed to break down the state of Trump-era politics and ridiculous culture wars after a decade confronting the MAGA faithful across America. The Emmy-winning correspondent and host discusses Donald Trump's obsession with the Nobel Peace Prize, his latest Fingers the Pulse special, and what he's learned from countless conversations with Trump supporters over the past 10 years. Klepper also shares his thoughts on Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert, the future of The Daily Show, whether comedy can actually change minds, and why meeting your heroes isn't always a bad idea. It's a sharp, hilarious, and surprisingly thoughtful conversation about political satire, media, and the people shaping America's political landscape. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Dan Harmon on ‘Community’ Movie, ‘Rick and Morty’ Drama and More 25.07.2026 57minDan Harmon joins Obsessed to discuss his Emmy-nominated return with Rick and Morty, the new Adult Swim spinoff President Curtis, and the long-awaited Community movie. Harmon opens up about why Chevy Chase won't return for the film, reflects on their complicated working relationship, shares how Justin Roiland's departure nearly ended Rick and Morty, and reveals how the series survived one of its biggest challenges. He also talks about writing for Hugh Jackman's Oscars, his uncredited work on Doctor Strange, the realities of Hollywood, political satire in the Trump era, and a hilarious story about the time he embarrassed himself in front of Christian Bale in one of his most candid interviews yet. Receive 50% off your first order on any of their products. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/OTP. #ad Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
June Diane Raphael Spills 'Legally Blonde' Prequel Secrets 23.07.2026 50minJune Diane Raphael joins Kevin Fallon on Obsessed to discuss starring as Eva Woods in Elle, the Legally Blonde prequel, and why she intentionally went blonde to change the trajectory of her Hollywood career. She opens up about working alongside Lexi Minetree, honoring the legacy of James Van Der Beek in his final on-screen performance, unforgettable memories with Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin on Grace and Frankie, her iconic roles in Parks and Recreation and Happy Endings, and the lasting impact of Legally Blonde. If you love celebrity interviews, TV, movies, comedy, and behind-the-scenes Hollywood stories, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Mary Steenburgen on Ted Danson, Larry David, and New Rom-Com ‘The Dink’ 18.07.2026 48minOscar-winning actress Mary Steenburgen joins Obsessed to talk about her charming new Apple TV+ comedy The Dink, how she almost got fired for laughing too much at Will Ferrell in Elf, the improv magic behind Step Brothers and Curb Your Enthusiasm, and how Larry David caused even close friends to believe she and Ted Danson had split. Steenburgen also opens up about falling in love with Danson, working together decades later on A Man on the Inside, her thoughts on his conversation with W. Kamau Bell about the 1993 Friars Club controversy, and the career lessons she's learned from a lifetime in Hollywood. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
How This ‘White Lotus’ Star Could Come Back From the Dead 16.07.2026 42minEmmy-winning actor Murray Bartlett joins Kevin Fallon to talk about his thrilling new series Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed, the unforgettable success of The White Lotus, and why there's still hope for a return to Mike White's hit HBO drama. He also reflects on filming one of television's most beloved love stories in The Last of Us, breaking stereotypes through LGBTQ+ representation, behind-the-scenes secrets from his most shocking scenes, and the surprising impact his work continues to have on audiences around the world. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
‘Curb’ Director Jeff Schaffer on Obama, Larry David, and Cheryl Hines 11.07.2026 50minJeff Schaffer, Larry David’s longtime creative partner on Seinfeld and Curb Your Enthusiasm, joins Obsessed to share behind-the-scenes stories from more than 30 years working with TV’s biggest curmudgeon—including what it was really like directing Barack Obama on HBO's Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness, creating the show's most talked-about political sketches, and why Larry’s TV wife, Cheryl Hines, doesn't make a cameo. Schaffer also reflects on the Seinfeld reunion, working with stars like Sacha Baron Cohen, Matt Damon, and Jim Carrey, and reveals why he believes Curb Your Enthusiasm really is over for good this time. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Frankie Grande Talks Ariana Grande, Trump, Big Brother, and More 09.07.2026 37minFrankie Grande is telling all. The Broadway star, Big Brother fan favorite, and author of Supergay! joins Obsessed to reveal the stories he's never shared before—from growing up with Ariana Grande and battling addiction to unforgettable run-ins with Madonna, Justin Bieber, Law Roach, and other A-list celebrities. Frankie also takes us behind the scenes of Broadway's smash hit Titaníque, spills surprising Big Brother secrets, and explains why he hopes Donald Trump hates his memoir enough to ban it. Packed with celebrity gossip, Broadway stories, reality TV tea, and deeply personal revelations, this is Frankie Grande at his funniest, most honest, and most unfiltered. Go to https://zbiotics.com/OTP and use OTP at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. #ad Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
W. Kamau Bell Takes on Trump, CNN, America 250, and MAGA Comedians 04.07.2026 43minComedian, filmmaker, and activist W. Kamau Bell joins Obsessed to talk about America at 250, political comedy in the Trump era, the Nate Bargatze controversy, and why he believes comedians can't stay on the sidelines. Bell also reflects on his emotional conversation with Ted Danson about blackface, the changing landscape of cable news after CNN, the future of comedy, and the career lessons he's learned—from turning down Mitch Hedberg's mentorship to winning Celebrity Jeopardy!—in a candid conversation about ambition, accountability, and what's next. Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Law Roach Talks All Things 'Project Runway,' Zendaya, and Céline Dion 02.07.2026 38minFashion visionary Law Roach joins Obsessed to talk about bringing his signature honesty to Project Runway, why he calls himself an "image architect," and the psychology behind creating iconic celebrity style. He reflects on his longtime collaboration with Zendaya, the evolution of method dressing, the lessons he learned from Celine Dion, and why fashion has become one of Hollywood's most powerful marketing tools. Plus, Law shares behind-the-scenes stories from his career, his approach to judging reality TV, and the style trends he'd happily leave behind. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
‘Late Show’ Legend Rob Burnett on Letterman, Colbert, and Marc Maron 27.06.2026 47minReceive 50% off your first order on any of their products. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/OTP. Five-time Emmy-winning writer, producer, and director Rob Burnett joins Obsessed to reflect on nearly three decades alongside David Letterman, the shocking end of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and what he believes it means for the future of late-night television. He also discusses his acclaimed new film In Memoriam, casting Marc Maron in his first leading movie role, working with Sharon Stone and Lily Gladstone, and the deeply personal story that inspired the film's emotional exploration of legacy, family, and what really matters. Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Padma Lakshmi on ‘Top Chef’ Lessons Learned and ‘America’s Culinary Cup’ 25.06.2026 29minFresh off celebrating the Knicks’ long-awaited NBA Championship, Padma Lakshmi joins Kevin Fallon to discuss America’s Culinary Cup, the ambitious new competition series she hopes will become the “Olympics of food.” From being dubbed the “Beyoncé of food” to overcoming imposter syndrome during her early Top Chef years, Padma reflects on her remarkable career and the lessons she’s learned along the way. She also reveals why she wanted to strip away reality TV gimmicks, treat chefs like the superstars they are, and create a million-dollar culinary showdown that’s as glamorous as it is fiercely competitive. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Rob Corddry on ‘Daily Show,’ Jon Stewart, Colbert, and ‘The Audacity’ 20.06.2026 47minRob Corddry joins Matt Wilstein on Obsessed to discuss his acclaimed dramatic turn in AMC’s The Audacity, why he believes drama is easier than comedy, and what it was like returning to The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. Corddry shares behind-the-scenes stories from Old School, Ballers, Hot Tub Time Machine, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and working alongside Dwayne Johnson, Larry David, and Stephen Colbert. He also reveals the iconic role he turned down on Modern Family, reflects on the opportunities that got away, and recounts some hilariously awkward encounters with celebrity heroes including Stephen King and George Clooney. Follow Obsessed on Instagram @beastobsessed Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Jake Lacy Talks 'White Lotus,' 'Girls,' and Playing Bad Boys 18.06.2026 41minIn this episode of Obsessed: The Podcast, Kevin Fallon sits down with Jake Lacy to discuss his acclaimed new film Mosquito in the Ear, the emotional complexities of portraying fathers in crisis, and what it was like filming in India. Jake reflects on working alongside stars like Nicole Kidman, earning an Emmy nomination for The White Lotus, and navigating the transition from playing lovable boyfriends in Girls and High Fidelity to scene-stealing villains. He also shares stories about collaborating with Mike White and Lena Dunham, offering a candid look at the career moments that shaped one of television's most versatile actors. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Patton Oswalt on Trump, Colbert, and New Stand-Up Special ‘Tea & Scotch’ 13.06.2026 49minMatt Wilstein sits down with comedian, actor, and writer Patton Oswalt to discuss his new stand-up special Tea & Scotch, what political comedians can learn from Donald Trump’s war against Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel, and Bill Maher, and what it’s like to raise a teenage daughter who may be funnier than he is. Oswalt also shares behind-the-scenes stories from projects like Ratatouille, Young Adult, Parks and Recreation, and A.P. Bio, while reflecting on grief, creativity, and what he's learned from working alongside legends like Charlize Theron, Toni Collette, and more. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Adam Shankman Spills on 'Hairspray,' RuPaul, 'Buffy,' Tom Cruise and More 11.06.2026 47minDirector, producer, choreographer, and Hollywood hitmaker Adam Shankman joins Kevin Fallon to discuss his outrageous new comedy Stop! That! Train!, starring RuPaul as the President of the United States. Adam shares behind-the-scenes stories from Hairspray, including how Zac Efron landed his breakout role, reveals what it was like directing Tom Cruise in Rock of Ages, and reflects on working with icons from RuPaul to Sarah Michelle Gellar. Plus, he opens up about producing the Oscars and the career moments that still surprise him. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Craig Ferguson Talks Trump, Late-Night, and Celebrating America on CNN 06.06.2026 40minCraig Ferguson joins Matt Wilstein to discuss his new CNN series America on Purpose, why he’s “glad” his late-night show ended before the Trump era, why he thought he’d be fired after his iconic Britney Spears monologue, and the unscripted interview style that made The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson so memorable. Craig reflects on memorable guests like Robin Williams and Carrie Fisher, shares stories about becoming an American citizen, and looks back on pivotal moments from his career with the wit and honesty that made him a fan favorite. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Dan Bucatinsky Dishes on The Comeback, Hacks, & Scandal 04.06.2026 51minThe Comeback has officially come to an end, and Kevin Fallon is joined by actor, producer, and longtime collaborator Dan Bucatinsky to break down the emotional finale, Valerie Cherish's surprising legacy, the show's timely AI storyline, Billy's unforgettable transformation, and the awards buzz surrounding Lisa Kudrow's acclaimed performance. Plus, Dan reflects on working alongside Lisa for more than two decades, the lasting impact of Scandal, and what makes The Comeback one of television's most beloved cult classics. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilstein New episodes every Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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