"Brooklyn Nine Nine" star Chelsea Peretti joins the show. Over buttery biscuits and shrimp & grits, Peretti tells me about her foray into directing with her feature film directorial debut "First Time Female Director," why it was scary to leave "Parks & Rec," and how crop-dusting jokes played a role in her early comedy. This episode was recorded at All Day Baby in Silver Lake, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"And Just Like That...” star Cynthia Nixon joins the show. Over a pear and pecorino salad and pork chops, Cynthia talks about juggling two Broadway shows when she was barely out of high school and dishes on never-before-seen "Sex and the City” scenes. This episode was recorded at Hearth in the East Village, NYC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Orville Peck, a musician who grew up obsessed with country music, discusses how country is a global genre. Topics include evolution and diversity in country music, challenges faced in the industry, artistic identity discovery, and navigating hurdles of authenticity in music.

Joe Locke, the talented actor known for his role as Charlie Spring in 'Heartstopper' and his Broadway debut in 'Sweeney Todd,' shares his journey from the Isle of Man to stardom. He reflects on auditioning amidst the pandemic, hints at season 3 of 'Heartstopper,' and discusses the emotional challenges of fame. Joe opens up about authenticity in storytelling and the importance of representation, while also touching on personal connections formed during filming. Plus, enjoy some lighthearted moments over delicious green shakshuka!

"SNL” and “Wine Country” star Rachel Dratch joins the show. Over guacamole and tacos, Rachel tells me about her foray into the spiritual world, what happens if you laugh during an SNL sketch, and how a psychic predicted her surprise motherhood at 44. This episode was recorded at Atla in Noho, NYC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle MacLachlan, star of “Sex and the City,” “Twin Peaks” and “Showgirls,” joins the show. Over a tomato tartine and nicoise salad, Kyle tells me about working with surrealist filmmaker David Lynch, his friendship with ex-girlfriend Laura Dern and Elizabeth Taylor’s iconic demand during “The Flintstones.” This episode was recorded at Zinque in West Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Simu Liu, star of “Barbie” and Marvel’s “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” joins the show. Over soup dumplings and BBQ pork, Simu tells me why he initially kept acting as a secret from his parents , and how “Good Will Hunting” got him his superhero gig. This episode was recorded at The Formosa Cafe in West Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sofia Vergara joins the show to talk about producing Netflix series 'Griselda' and hidden marshmallows on the 'Modern Family' set. Ed O'Neill's voicemails and 15-year project make for a fun chat over pizza and 'fuzzy orange juice' at Dante Beverly Hills.

"Parenthood” star and “Armchair Expert” podcast co-host Dax Shepard joins the show. Over a burger and fries, Dax tells me about what it’s like to interrupt President Obama, how Anna Kendrick’s “Armchair” episode blew his mind, and him and Kristen’s differing approaches to Instagram haters. This episode was recorded at Cara Restaurant at the Cara Hotel in Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oscar and Tony nominated star of “The Color Purple” Danielle Brooks joins the show. Over tuna melts and Thai steak salad, Danielle tells me what it was like to inherit a role from Oprah Winfrey herself, and losing her anonymity seemingly overnight with the success of Netflix's “Orange is the New Black.” This episode was recorded at Superba in Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices