Dinner’s on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson
Sony Music Entertainment
I’m breaking bread with big-name friends—old and new—for a delicious meal and candid convos that can only happen over a glass of wine. We're getting out of the studio and into my favorite restaurants across Los Angeles and New York City with people like Julie Bowen, Kristen Bell, Fred Armisen, Jesse Williams, Niecy Nash-Betts, and so many more. I know, a celebrity-interview podcast, who’s doing that? No one. Which is why I needed to.
We’ll get vulnerable about everything from relationships and family history, to mental health and imposter syndrome. We’ll laugh about my attempted modeling career and being starstruck by Beyoncé. Look, am I saying a chocolate soufflé is going to get me to reveal all my secrets? Yeah. Yeah, I am. So, join me… dinner’s on me.
Dinner’s on Me is a production of Sony Music Entertainment and A Kid Named Beckett Productions.
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We’ll get vulnerable about everything from relationships and family history, to mental health and imposter syndrome. We’ll laugh about my attempted modeling career and being starstruck by Beyoncé. Look, am I saying a chocolate soufflé is going to get me to reveal all my secrets? Yeah. Yeah, I am. So, join me… dinner’s on me.
Dinner’s on Me is a production of Sony Music Entertainment and A Kid Named Beckett Productions.
Want to be the first to get new episodes of Dinner's on Me? Subscribe to Dinner’s on Me PLUS, to get access to new episodes one week early and completely ad-free. Just click ‘Try Free’ at the top of the Dinner’s on Me show page on Apple Podcasts to start your free trial today.
To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com
Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts
Episodes
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Jul 22, 2025 • 49min
Rory Kinnear – on Judi Dench, ‘Lord of the Rings,’ and the father he still misses
'The Diplomat’ and ‘No Time To Die’ star Rory Kinnear joins the show. Over lamb and English asparagus, Rory reflects on losing his father Roy Kinnear at a young age, and how he keeps his memory alive for his own children. He shares stories about his bond with Dame Judi Dench, honoring his late sister, and joining the 'Lord of the Rings' universe. This episode was recorded at Lasdun at the National Theatre on London’s South Bank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 15, 2025 • 49min
Tom Daley — on fame at 13, failure in Rio, and the man who changed everything
British Olympic diver Tom Daley joins the show. Over fresh pasta, Tom tells me about becoming an Olympian for the first time at age 13, his special relationship with his late father, and becoming a dad with his partner ‘Milk’ screenwriter Dustin Lance Black. This episode was recorded at Bancone in Covent Garden, London.
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Jul 8, 2025 • 51min
Russell Tovey — on playing complex gay roles and what 'Looking' got right
‘Looking’ and ‘American Horror Story: NYC’ star Russell Tovey joins the show. Over samosas, Russell tells me about growing up as a queer kid in ‘90s Essex, dating using astrology, and his special bond with his pup Rocky. Plus, we get into his new film ‘Plainclothes,’ which made a splash at Sundance. This episode was recorded at Kricket in Shoreditch in East London.
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A Sony Music Entertainment & A Kid Named Beckett production.
Get 15% off your Saily plan with the code dinnersonme. Just download the Saily app or head to https://saily.com/dinnersonme. Stay connected — and don’t miss your dinner reservation.
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Jul 1, 2025 • 45min
Natasha Bedingfield — on feeling the rain on your skin and life lessons from Sia
Pop music sensation Natasha Bedingfield joins the show. Over wild mushroom ravioli, Natasha tells me about her conservative religious upbringing and how it’s been a form of connecting with others, the real story behind her iconic single ‘Unwritten’, and an early career moment with Sia. This episode was recorded at Mallow in Borough Market in London.
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Jun 24, 2025 • 49min
Alexander Skarsgård — on feeling like an imposter (even opposite Nicole Kidman)
'Murderbot’ star Alexander Skarsgard joins the show. Over ravioli and spaghetti, Alexander tells me about his Emmy winning role in ‘Big Little Lies,’ being convinced HBO would fire him on ‘Generation Kill’ and the Michael Jackson music video that haunted him as a child. This episode was recorded at Bocca Di Lupo in Soho, London. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 17, 2025 • 48min
Martha Plimpton — on almost going broke pre 'Raising Hope' and missing River Phoenix
'Raising Hope’ star Martha Plimpton joins the show. Over pork chops and braised beans, Martha looks back at the 1985 classic ‘The Goonies,’ why she feels embraced in London more than Hollywood, and she reflects on her special relationship with the late River Phoenix. This episode was recorded at Forza Wine at The National Theatre in London’s South Bank.
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Jun 10, 2025 • 46min
Jason Isaacs — on being Daniel Craig’s on-stage lover and his career advice for his ‘White Lotus’ kids
'White Lotus' star Jason Isaacs joins the show. Over some sexy mushrooms, Jason tells me about the film he thought would ruin his career, improvising in ‘Harry Potter’ and we get into his new film ‘The Salt Path,’ which co-stars Gillian Anderson. This episode was recorded at Tendril in Soho, London.
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Jun 3, 2025 • 48min
Rico Rodriguez — 'Modern Family’s’ Manny spills what it’s like to have Sofia Vergara and Ed O’Neill as on-camera parents
My ‘Modern Family’ costar Rico Rodriguez joins the show. Over smashburgers, Rico tells me his original – very different – approach to Manny, who took him under his wing on set, and at what age he found out he made more than his allowance suggested. This episode was recorded at Heavy Handed in Studio City, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 27, 2025 • 52min
Eiza Gonzalez — on partying with Sofia Vergara and recovering from teen stardom
'Fountain of Youth' and 'Ash’ star Eiza Gonzalez joins the show. Over avocado toast, Eiza tells me about the pressures of being a teen sensation in Latin America, an iconic blind audition, and a supportive moment from friend and ‘Ash’ co-star Aaron Paul. This episode was recorded at Videre Rooftop Restaurant and Bar at Kimpton Hotel Wilshire in Los Angeles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 20, 2025 • 52min
Wendie Malick — on success after 70 and getting comfy with on-screen beau Harrison Ford
'Shrinking’ and ‘Night Court’ star Wendie Malick joins the show. Over tuna melts, Wendie talks about her iconic characters on ‘Just Shoot Me’ and ‘Hot in Cleveland,’ including some behind-the-scenes moments with Betty White, and why working with Harrison Ford on ‘Shrinking’ is like an old pair of jeans. This episode was recorded at Huckleberry in Santa Monica, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
