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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Leslie Jones Talks Trump, SNL, and ‘Ghostbusters’ Hate 12.09.2026 45минLeslie Jones joins Matt Wilstein for a hilarious and candid conversation about her time on Saturday Night Live, her new HGTV series Roast My Rental, and her “I’m Hot” comedy tour. The Emmy-winning comedian opens up about why she left SNL, returning for SNL50, and whether she could ever host the show. Jones also reflects on the intense backlash around the all-female Ghostbusters reboot, her experience being targeted by online trolls (including the recently deported Milo Yiannopoulos), and how Donald Trump’s rise from The Apprentice to the presidency changed the way she sees him—including a wild story about meeting Trump at SNL. Plus, she weighs in on AI, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, comedy, Hollywood’s uncertain future, and her dream of playing a superhero villain. 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 -
How Kristen Johnston Turned Pain Into Comedy Gold 10.09.2026 43минEmmy-winning actor Kristen Johnston joins Kevin Fallon on Obsessed to look back on her iconic career, from Third Rock from the Sun and Austin Powers to Mom and her unforgettable role as Lexi Featherston on Sex and the City. Johnston opens up about becoming a viral meme thanks to the legendary “New York City is over” scene, the wild reality of ’90s fame, her friendship with stars including Sarah Jessica Parker and Andy Cohen, and the unaired Absolutely Fabulous pilot she made with Kathryn Hahn. She also gets candid about addiction, sobriety, her memoir Guts, how recovery changed her comedy, and why her new Netflix sitcom Leanne is proof audiences are ready for funny, relatable stories about women and life after 50. 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 -
Why Chevy Chase Actor Feared It Would End His Career 05.09.2026 38минIn this episode of Obsessed, Matt Wilstein sits down with actor Cory Michael Smith to talk about his new film The Sun Never Sets, working with Dakota Fanning, Jake Johnson, and Joe Swanberg, and the terrifying freedom of improvising an entire movie. Smith also opens up about acclaimed performance as Chevy Chase in Saturday Night, the career-ending fear that came with taking on such an iconic comedian, and the two months he spent studying Chase’s every move. Plus, he reveals what it was like playing a chaotic, Elon Musk-inspired tech billionaire in Mountainhead, working alongside Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, and Ramey Youssef, and preparing for his first major leading role in A24’s upcoming action-thriller October. A candid conversation about acting, anxiety, career risks, and the performances that have shaped one of Hollywood’s most compelling rising stars. 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 -
The Wild Story Behind O.J. Simpson’s Secret Prank Show 03.09.2026 40минWhat possessed O.J. Simpson to star in Juiced, a hidden-camera prank show that turned his infamous past into entertainment? Kevin Fallon sits down with Rebecca Halpern, executive producer of O.J. Unseen: Exploitation of Evil, to unpack the bizarre and disturbing story behind the 2006 series, its shocking pranks, the people caught in them, and the crew members who have spent years grappling with their involvement. They also explore O.J. Simpson’s enduring celebrity power, America’s obsession with true crime, and why the O.J. Simpson case remains one of pop culture’s most unforgettable—and unsettling—stories. 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 ‘Steve Urkel’ Is the Child-Star Success Story 29.08.2026 35минJaleel White is having a major ’90s moment! The beloved Family Matters star joins Kevin Fallon on Obsessed to talk about hosting HGTV’s Totally 90s House, reuniting with fellow ’90s icons including Melissa Joan Hart and the Lawrence brothers, and why nostalgia for the decade is stronger than ever. Jaleel also opens up about the lasting legacy of Steve Urkel and “Did I Do That?,” playing Stefon Urquelle, voicing Sonic the Hedgehog, attending public school while starring on television, life after Family Matters, and the surprising role his parents played in helping him navigate childhood fame. Plus: the story behind Jaleel playing basketball with George Clooney! 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 -
Rory Kennedy on Trump, RFK Jr., and ‘Freefall’ Documentary 27.08.2026 49минOscar-nominated and Emmy-winning documentary filmmaker Rory Kennedy joins Matt Wilstein on Obsessed to discuss her explosive new Netflix documentary, Freefall: A Reckoning for Boeing. Kennedy reveals what she learned from Boeing whistleblowers, the devastating 737 MAX crashes, the Alaska Airlines door-plug blowout, and the tragic death of whistleblower John Barnett—while explaining why she now avoids flying on certain Boeing planes. She also opens up about growing up in the Kennedy family, her late mother Ethel Kennedy, speaking out against her brother Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Donald Trump and the Kennedy Center, and the lessons she’s learned from a career spent telling some of the world’s most important stories. 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 -
Mo Gilligan on Netflix, Stand-Up and ‘Big Chicken’ 22.08.2026 46минComedian and TV presenter Mo Gilligan joins Obsessed The Podcast to talk about his wild new Netflix documentary Big Chicken: A Fast Food Conspiracy, in which he eats fried chicken three times a day for 28 days—and the surprising physical and emotional toll that follows. Mo opens up about the inspiration behind the experiment, the influence of Morgan Spurlock’s Super Size Me, his changing relationship with fast food, and how he overcame major concerns about the experiment’s racial implications. He also discusses his rapid rise from working retail to becoming one of the U.K.’s biggest comedians, the possibility of hosting a late-night show in the U.S., being “discovered” by Drake, and unforgettable encounters with comedy legends Eddie Murphy, Dave Chappelle, Kevin Hart, and Chris Rock. 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 -
Summer Blockbusters Joanna Coles is Obsessed With 20.08.2026 45минJoanna Coles joins Kevin Fallon for a summer pop culture catch-up, sharing her unfiltered takes on Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Matt Damon and the future of Hollywood movie stars. They also debate Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s celebrity wedding, whether Hollywood glamour is dead, why One Night Only removed its sex scenes, and the best TV shows to binge this summer, including Furious, The Five Star Weekend and Netflix’s The Bombing of Pan Am 103. #ad Receive 50% off your first order on any of Hiya’s products. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/OTP. 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 -
Josh Johnson on ‘Daily Show,’ Trump, and Stand-Up Success 15.08.2026 53минJosh Johnson, the Emmy-nominated comedian and rotating host of The Daily Show, joins Matt Wilstein on Obsessed to talk about his meteoric rise in comedy, his HBO stand-up special Josh Johnson: Symphony, and why he releases new hour-long comedy sets on YouTube every week. Johnson opens up about balancing The Daily Show with stand-up, reacts to breaking news like Donald Trump, Mitch McConnell, and Lindsey Graham, discusses the pressure of being a political comedian, and reveals how he approaches controversial topics with intention. He also shares advice for aspiring comedians, the surprising celebrities who are fans of his work—including Michelle Obama—and why embracing every stage of your career can be the key to finding your voice. 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 -
Will Smith’s On-Screen Wife Still Stands by His Oscars Slap 13.08.2026 36минAunjanue Ellis-Taylor joins Kevin Fallon on The Obsessed Podcast to talk about her new series Lucky, becoming an action star, working alongside Anya Taylor-Joy and Annette Bening, and the intense reality of filming car chases, shootouts, and stunts. The Oscar-nominated actress also opens up about her experience during the King Richard awards campaign, what it was really like to be nominated for an Academy Award, the night of the Will Smith and Chris Rock Oscars slap, her work with Ava DuVernay on Origin, Hollywood’s lack of diverse stories, and why she believes the entertainment industry needs to do more. Plus, Ellis-Taylor tells the hilarious story of how trying to channel Denzel Washington while rehearsing in the shower ended with her accidentally knocking herself out. #ad Don't miss Furious, streaming on Hulu with New Episodes Mondays #ad Go to https://zbiotics.com/OTP and use OTP at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. 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 -
Liz Meriwether on ‘New Girl,’ ‘Furious,’ and Elizabeth Holmes 08.08.2026 39минNew 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 47минEmmy-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 35минViral 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 49минThe 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 57минDan 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 50минJune 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 48минOscar-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 42минEmmy-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 50минJeff 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 37минFrankie 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
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