

Life is Short with Justin Long
Wondery
Is it just me or is time flying by? How do we make the most out of our short time here on Earth? That’s what we’re here to find out. I’m Justin Long and I’ve been an actor for most of my life, so I’m used to getting inside the heads of the characters I play. But now that I’m getting older (I’m in my forties, yikes), I want to peek inside the heads of real people to learn how they find meaning in life. I’m also very curious what their favorite snack food is, and what emoji they use most often — ya know, the REALLY important stuff. Every episode I’ll get personal with all kinds of people, from actors to musicians to deep thinkers who fascinate me. My brother Christian is on hand each episode to keep me honest, and occasionally remind me about some of the embarrassing things I’ve done over the years. Join us, or if you have more important things to do, that’s okay too — life is short!Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/justin-long now.
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Apr 13, 2021 • 1h 31min
Jon Bon Jovi 😄🎂
Jon Bon Jovi (2020) talks to Justin about how he adjusted to fame during the early days of his career, his experience releasing a new record during the pandemic, and Jon tells Justin about the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation, an organization aimed at tackling issues related to food insecurity and homelessness.Support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Apr 6, 2021 • 1h 38min
Reggie Watts ❤️💕😘😂😅😊🤞🏾👍🏾🤖💯📸👋🏾❤️🏎🎩
Reggie Watts (The Late Late Show, Comedy Bang Bang) talks to Justin about his experience growing up in a biracial family in Montana, his early days when he was just getting started in comedy, and his love for John Hughes movies.Support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 30, 2021 • 1h 33min
Sal Vulcano 👍❤️
Sal Vulcano (Taste Buds podcast) talks to Justin about some of his favorite moments on Impractical Jokers, he reads hilarious texts from his mom, and Sal tells the story behind his thigh tattoo of Jaden Smith. Support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 23, 2021 • 1h 36min
Dr. Jane Goodall
Dr. Jane Goodall (The Jane Goodall Hopecast podcast) talks to Justin about her first memories of gravitating towards animals, how her connection with chimps has changed the way she connects with humans, and she reflects on her life long work as an activist.Support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 16, 2021 • 1h 33min
Louie Anderson
Louie Anderson (Coming 2 America) tells Justin about how he created his iconic character on Baskets, the moment he realized he wanted to be a comedian, and they both connect over loved ones who have passed.Support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 9, 2021 • 1h 41min
Anthony Mackie
Anthony Mackie (Avengers: Endgame, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier) talks to Justin about what it was like growing up in New Orleans, his love of Broadway and live theater, and the career advice that Morgan Freeman once gave him. Support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mar 2, 2021 • 1h 36min
Amanda Knox 👍
Amanda Knox (The Truth About Crime, Labyrinths) talks to Justin about her experience being wrongfully convicted of murder, she reflects on her turbulent experience with the media, and she tells a sweet story about how she met her husband. Support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 23, 2021 • 1h 35min
Will Forte 😘
Will Forte (Saturday Night Live, MacGruber) talks to Justin about what inspires his style of comedy, Will opens up about his OCD, and Justin helps him answer unread text messages. Support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 16, 2021 • 1h 41min
Jeff Corwin 👍
Jeff Corwin (Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin) talks to Justin about how he fell in love with wildlife, a near death experience he had after being bit by a snake, and the trauma he underwent after an elephant attack.Support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 9, 2021 • 1h 42min
D’Arcy Carden 🤗
D’Arcy Carden, an Emmy-nominated actress celebrated for her role as Janet in The Good Place, shares delightful stories with Justin. She recounts her humorous attempts to adopt a puppy during quarantine and an awkward encounter with Harry Styles. D’Arcy also reflects on her time nannying for Bill Hader’s family, offering a glimpse into her life beyond acting. The conversation highlights her journey through fame and the joy of celebrity encounters, all wrapped in light-hearted nostalgia and heartfelt moments.


