Busy Philipps, star of 'Girls5Eva' and host of 'Busy Tonight', discusses her separation from Marc, activism around reproductive justice and sexual assault, and her child Birdie's obsession with 'Modern Family'. The conversation delves into the complexity of social media, setting boundaries, activism, personal reflections on sexual violence and healing, and the frustration with politicians. The chapter concludes with a sneak peek of the next episode featuring Margot Martindale.
Busy Phillips discusses her activism work in advocating for reproductive rights and LGBTQ+ equality.
Busy reflects on the impact of recent Supreme Court decisions and the need for continued advocacy and awareness.
Busy Phillips reflects on her early success in the entertainment industry and highlights the importance of perseverance in navigating Hollywood.
Deep dives
Vector Bar: The Ultimate Cocktail App
Vector Bar is a new iPhone app that provides users with a vast database of cocktail recipes. Users simply enter the ingredients they have on hand and the app displays all the cocktails they can make. It offers step-by-step instructions, serving size adjustments, and even allows users to log and rate their drinks. With hundreds of recipes, Vector Bar is a great tool for anyone looking to expand their cocktail repertoire.
Jesse Tyler Ferguson's Interview with Busy Phillips
In this episode of Dinner's on Me, Jesse Tyler Ferguson sits down with actress and podcast host Busy Phillips. They discuss her recent separation, her activism work, and the challenges of dating in your 40s. Jesse reminisces on their friendship and his admiration for Busy's candidness on social media. The interview takes place at a Latin American restaurant in New York City, showcasing their casual and comfortable dynamic.
Busy Phillips' Early Success and Hollywood Experience
Busy Phillips reflects on her early success in the entertainment industry, starting with her role on the beloved TV series Freaks and Geeks. She discusses the challenges of navigating Hollywood and how the landscape has changed over the years. She shares her experience with success and rejection, highlighting the importance of perseverance in the industry.
Busy Phillips' Journey of Self-discovery and Empowerment
Busy Phillips opens up about her personal journey of self-discovery and empowerment. She reflects on her upbringing, her move to LA, and her success at an early age. Busy discusses how embracing her authenticity, sharing her personal stories, and advocating for reproductive rights have contributed to her personal growth and finding her voice as an activist.
The Fight for Reproductive Rights and LGBTQ+ Equality
Busy Phillips discusses her activism work in advocating for reproductive rights and LGBTQ+ equality. She shares the importance of destigmatizing conversations around abortion and supporting the LGBTQ+ community. Busy reflects on the impact of recent Supreme Court decisions and the need for continued advocacy and awareness.
“Girls5Eva” star and the host of “Busy Tonight”, Busy Philipps joins the show. Over chilaquiles and tacos, Busy discusses her separation from Marc, her activism around reproductive justice and sexual assault, and her child Birdie’s recent obsession with “Modern Family.” This episode was recorded at Comodo (within The Freehand Hotel) in New York City’s Flatiron District.
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