

Phone a Friend with Jessi Cruickshank
Jessi Cruickshank
Comedian Jessi Cruickshank HAS A PODCAST! Because she needed a safe space to talk about EVERYTHING without getting in trouble. Each week, she’ll give her hot takes on what’s happening in the world, in her home and in Pop Culture. But when she wants to dive deeper, learn more, or just understand important things like Who the F*&# is Bhad Bhabie? She’ll get to Phone a Friend! This can be a real-life friend, a celebrity friend, a sassy tween, a serious news anchor, a gay man who knows about The Real Housewives, a straight man who knows about sports, or the only person she could find who actually got Taylor Swift tickets. The conversations might last three minutes or the entire episode. They can be deep or petty, but they’ll all be eye-opening and HILARIOUS. New episodes drop EVERY THURSDAY wherever you get your podcasts! And if you read this entire description, you’re pretty much obligated to CLICK SUBSCRIBE and leave a 5 STAR REVIEW!LEAVE JESSI A VOICEMAIL: 323-448-0068FOLLOW JESSI: @jessicruickshank Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 7, 2024 • 58min
Naked in Saskatchewan with Debra DiGiovanni
Hot off her sold-out comedy show, Jessi is coming at you LIVE from a blizzard in SASKATCHEWAN ! Yes, this final mid-season banger is as glamorous as it seems, as Jessi gets empowered by Pitbull’s new single and discusses Bradley Cooper naked. Plus, when you should you stop being nude in front of your kids? Is it OK for Kristin Cavallari to date a 24 yr old Tik Toker? And, on the eve of International Women’s Day, Jessi revisits her surprisingly deep and moving conversation with comedian Debra Digiovanni. Put on your toques, your snow boots, your bunny hugs and ENJOY!Psst... SEASON 2 officially launches NEXT WEEK! It’s time to FIRE UP THE OLD VOICEMAIL… so leave Jessi a message about ANYTHING… HERE: 323-448-0068 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 29, 2024 • 60min
The People Vs Franklin the Turtle with a Paparazzi
Jessi talks about Jlo & Ben Affleck, Pitbull's Walmart restaurant, Trayvis Swelce's zoo date, and Beyonce's legal issues with Franklin the Turtle. Paparazzi Cesar Pena reveals secrets like how he knows where celebs are, his biggest payday, and who swears at him. They discuss celebrity-paparazzi relationships and industry insights, including earnings and ethical dilemmas.

Feb 22, 2024 • 1h 5min
Canadian Girl Doll with Only Fans’ Elle Brooke
Top Only Fans creator Elle Brooke shares insights on the platform, including earnings, fan requests, and handling criticism. Host explores American Girl Doll store visit, J-Lo's movie, and societal judgments on sex work industry.

Feb 15, 2024 • 1h 11min
BIG OAF ENERGY with Taylor Swift’s Security Guard
“VIVA LAS VEGAS!” This is the SUPERBOWL of mid-season bangers… and Jessi is tackling (pun intended) The GAME! The HALFTIME SHOW! The NUDITY! The LOVE STORY! The AFTER PARTIES! The BEYONCE SINGLES! And …will Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift stay together after what transpired on Sunday Night? Jessi has THOUGHTS. Plus, we revisit her call with Taylor Swift’s Security Guard, because, if we’ve learned one thing from the NFL, it’s capitalize on Taylor Swift while you can!Speaking of love and romance, this episode was recorded on Valentines Day so Jessi’s husband Evan drops by to tell her why she’s not getting flowers or candy this year, and her 6 year old son Dray weighs in on love, romance and… his girlfriend? To quote Usher ‘Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh Oh… OH MY GOD.” Enjoy!GRAB THE FINAL TICKETS TO JESSI’S STAND UP COMEDY SHOWS: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/jessi-cruickshank-tickets/artist/2734331Your Voicemails give us LIIIIIFE! Leave them anytime about ANYTHING, here: 323-448-0068 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 8, 2024 • 1h 13min
Chaos Queens with Alyssa Mastromonaco
It’s a mid-season banger filled with Chaos Queens: Miley Cyrus! Jay Z! Taylor Swift! Donald Trump! Jessi breaks down the most UNHINGED moments at the Grammys- if you are a #swiftie… maybe skip that part. While you’re skipping things, Jessi suggests you skip the movie Saltburn (controversial take!) and reveals her family member featured in the new Netflix Doc ‘The Greatest Night in Pop’.Plus! Trump is creeping back into your news feeds, and possibly, into the White House - need someone smart and funny to explain WHY? HOW? WHAT? So does Jessi, so she called Barack Obama’s Former White House Chief of Staff Alyssa Mastromonaco to explain it all (and share NEVER BEFORE TOLD STORIES about her time in the White House) 🤯🤯🤯*This episode is brought to you by the people of Saskatchewan GET TICKETS TO SEE JESSI LIVE IN SASKATOON and TORONTO HERE: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/jessi-cruickshank-tickets/artist/2734331Your Voicemails give us LIIIIIFE! Leave them anytime about ANYTHING, here: 323-448-0068 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 1, 2024 • 53min
Dad Pop with Scheana Shay
Ready or Not… It’s a mid-season banger filled with COMEBACKS! Justin Timberlake is BACK with new music! Vanderpump Rules is BACK with Season 11! And Heidi Montag is BACK with her first single in 16 years! JESSI. HAS.THOUGHTS. Plus- Coachella will make you feel geriatric and Jessica Biel wants you to eat in the shower?Then, we re-visit Jessi’s call with icon, legend, reality TV QUEEN Scheana Shay to get you Vanderpumped UP for the scandalous new season of Vanderpump Rules. Change your name to “Raquel” and enjoy!JESSI’S STAND UP COMEDY TAPING IS 75% SOLD OUT! GET TICKETS HERE: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/jessi-cruickshank-tickets/artist/2734331Your Voicemails give us LIIIIIFE! Leave them anytime about ANYTHING, here: 323-448-0068 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 25, 2024 • 1h 12min
On Wednesdays We Wear Pink Eye with Whitney Port
In this episode, Jessi Cruickshank shares her outrageous experiences with pink eye, lice, covid, and a work trip with her kids. She also discusses her thoughts on the Oscars and the surprising resurgence of the Elder Millennial Song. The highlight of the episode is an in-depth interview with Whitney Port, where she dishes on the reality of 'The Hills', her friendship with Lauren, and even addresses sex tape rumors. Overall, the episode is filled with shocking revelations and hilarious moments.

Jan 18, 2024 • 1h 13min
Just Duvet It with NSYNC’s Chris Kirkpatrick
Jessi says “Yes, and?” to EVERYTHING in this Mid-Season Banger! Including Ariana Grande’s new, controversial single ‘Yes, And?’ Then she delves into the winners, the wives, the speeches, the jokes and Matty Matheson at the Emmys. Plus, Jessi’s husband Evan returns for a HOTLY ANTICIPATED review of The Scandinavian Sleep Method. Will it save their marriage? Or are they destined for sleep divorce? Find out today!All that AND Chris Kirkpatrick… We Want You Back. So we re-visit Jessi’s hilarious, honest and unforgettable conversation with NSYNC’s founding father. Would he have hooked up with her at a concert? Does he regret those dreadlocks? Are NSYNC reuniting? Chris answers everything (but struggles to recognize his own song in a rousing game of Name That Boyband Tune). This episode will take you to a Better Place. THERE IS STILL TIME TO GET TICKETS TO JESSI’S STAND UP COMEDY TAPING HERE: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/jessi-cruickshank-tickets/artist/2734331As always, ask Jessi Anything, HERE: 323-448-0068 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 11, 2024 • 1h 2min
The Golden Divorce with The Birds Papaya
It’s a GOLDEN Mid-Season BANGER ! First, Jessi watched The Golden Wedding with her mom and her reaction was platinum. Then, there was romance, drama and sexist jokes at The Golden Globes, and Evan makes his 2024 Phone A Friend debut to talk SPORTS! (Because sports coverage is what the Phonies are looking for.)Plus! We revisit Jessi’s conversation with Sarah Nicole Landry of The Birds Papaya, to give you a fresh perspective on how to love yourself and your body this year. Sarah tells Jessi how she went from hurting her body to embracing every curve, why everybody needs a “Hoe period” and why she met, then unfollowed, a Kardashian. ENJOY!THERE IS STILL TIME TO GET TICKETS TO JESSI’S STAND UP COMEDY TAPING HERE: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/jessi-cruickshank-tickets/artist/2734331As always, ask Jessi Anything, HERE: 323-448-0068 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 4, 2024 • 1h 33min
New Year, Same Elder Millennial Me with Dan Levy
It’s our first MID-SEASON BANGER ! These are mini episodes before we launch Season 2, and this one is a BANGER. Jessi reveals why the end of 2023 was ROUGH, how she ended up vacationing at a 5 star kids resort, where she spent Christmas and why she is READY FOR HER KIDS TO GO BACK TO SCHOOL. Plus! CALLING ALL THIRSTY MOMS Jessi is parched for Jeremy Allen White in his Calvin’s. Then, we revisit the conversation with Dan Levy that made international headlines. From behind-the-scenes struggles at MTV to the highs and lows of SCHITTS CREEK to DEEPLY PERSONAL QUESTIONS ABOUT DAN’S LOVE LIFE (because they’ve been friends for so long, Jessi can pretty much ask him ANYTHING). ENJOY!GET TICKETS TO JESSI’S STAND UP COMEDY TAPING HERE: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/jessi-cruickshank-tickets/artist/2734331As always, ask Jessi Anything, HERE: 323-448-0068 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.