Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard Kristen Bell & Justine Lupe
Sep 29, 2025
Kristen Bell, the beloved actor from "Nobody Wants This," shares hilarious on-set pranks and candid reflections on motherhood. Joined by her co-star Justine Lupe, who reveals her Juilliard audition saga and a wild prank of her own, the duo dives into the balance of personal growth in acting and how their characters’ romance evolves. They discuss the supportive nature of their filming environment, the challenges of performance, and the joy of crafting believable scenes, all while teasing sizzling chemistry for the show's second season.
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The Elaborate Urine Prank
- Justine spent weeks building a slow-burn prank where she convinced Kristen she drank her first urine for “remineralizing.”
- She staged fake articles, brought mason jars (chamomile tea) and capped it with an April Fool's reveal that deeply moved Kristen.
Smelly Mint Moment During Touch-Ups
- Justine once offered Kristen a mint dipped in her "pee" as a gag while Kristen got touch-ups, heightening Kristen's discomfort on set.
- The prank often played during action calls, leaving Kristen internally flustered while continuing to perform.
Grand Finale: Cooler, Mason Jars, April Fool
- Kristen discovered the prank when Justine presented three colored mason jars and offered them as "presents."
- Kristen refused politely and then Justine shouted "April Fool's," revealing chamomile tea props and a months-long setup.
