Melissa McCarthy, an award-winning actor and producer known for hits like Bridesmaids and Ghostbusters, chats about her journey from dreams to success. She shares her parents' pivotal support that shaped her career. Melissa reveals the green and red flags she teaches her kids in relationships and explains her strategy of 'Running Around the Block' in tough situations. The conversation takes a spooky turn as she discusses personal ghostly encounters and candidly reflects on how she approaches sex education with her children.

Melissa McCarthy, renowned actress and comedian from Bridesmaids, brings to life Hildy the Barback in a whimsical quest from the land of Golgorath. The podcast dives into Hildy’s adventures while navigating the chaos of her medieval pub, featuring hilarious debates and quirky characters. The stakes rise as villagers face a looming threat from the Morliths, showcasing a blend of comedy and dark fantasy. With charming banter and unexpected challenges, it's a delightful journey filled with humor, bravery, and camaraderie.

Melissa McCarthy, a beloved actress known for her hilarious roles, joins her husband Ben Falcone, who’s a talented director and comedian. They share laugh-out-loud stories about their experiences in filmmaking, especially their work on 'Bridesmaids' and insights from their creative projects. The duo explores the unique challenges of collaborating as a married couple, while reminiscing about their time on set and the joy of improvisation. Their playful banter highlights the fun in creativity, relationships, and the unpredictable nature of comedy.

Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone (Hildy the Barback and the Lake of Fire) are actors, comedians, and writers. Melissa and Ben join the Armchair Expert to discuss why they showed up in medieval costumes, having sleepovers with Glenn Close, and tickle parties. Melissa, Ben, and Dax talk about their clandestine relationship early on, how they deal with comedy comparison, and getting fired from CPK. Melissa and Ben explain the benefits of working with your spouse, how much they love flipping houses, and how they’ve maintained their appetites to keep creating.Follow Armchair Expert on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new content on YouTube or listen to Armchair Expert early and ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/armchair-expert-with-dax-shepard/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Melissa McCarthy, the Emmy award-winning actress known for her standout roles in Bridesmaids and Ghostbusters, shares her journey from stand-up to stardom. She recounts her experiences at The Groundlings and discusses the joy of embracing quirky characters. The conversation dives into the art of humor, storytelling, and her love for oddities in life. McCarthy also touches on producing a documentary about Bob Ross, showcasing the unexpected joys of comedy and creativity.