

Lovett or Leave It
Crooked Media
Former Obama speechwriter, comedian and Pod Save America co-host Jon Lovett takes the stage for a new season of the hit show that dared guests from Danny DeVito to Amy Klobuchar to ask “What is this?” and “Where am I?”
Each week, Jon breaks down the biggest and dumbest stories in politics to help you keep up with and laugh at the news. And this season, stay tuned for big guests and surprising conversations you won’t find anywhere else.
New episodes every Saturday morning on your podcast feed and on YouTube. And if you’re in LA, come to a taping. You’ll be amazed by what we cut from the live show.
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Each week, Jon breaks down the biggest and dumbest stories in politics to help you keep up with and laugh at the news. And this season, stay tuned for big guests and surprising conversations you won’t find anywhere else.
New episodes every Saturday morning on your podcast feed and on YouTube. And if you’re in LA, come to a taping. You’ll be amazed by what we cut from the live show.
Subscribe to Friends of the Pod! Your subscription makes Crooked’s work possible and gives you access to ad-free episodes of Lovett or Leave It, Pod Save America, Pod Save the World, and Offline with Jon Favreau, plus exclusive content and a lively Discord community. Learn more and subscribe at crooked.com/friends or on Apple Podcasts.
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Sep 25, 2023 • 1h 48min
Oh these gold bars? (Live from Madison!)
Ben Wikler, Chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, discusses the anti-democratic onslaught in Wisconsin. Alice Wetterlund looks to the stars for more civil societies. Peter Sagal and T. J. Jagodowski debate theatre etiquette. Comedian Felonious Munk looks back at a summer of fails. Plus, fire gets torched in the rant wheel.

Sep 23, 2023 • 1h 53min
Fetterman Gets Dressed Down (Live from Chicago!)
Mayor Brandon Johnson gives Lovett a 24 Hour tour of Chicago. Gillian Flynn stalks famous devils of the Windy City. Elizabeth Warren has a plan for this gerontocracy. Lovett and Clark Jones battle over famous Chicago beefs while their stomaches battle the city’s famous Italian beefs. Plus live high notes!

Sep 16, 2023 • 1h 30min
Beetlejuice Cleanse
Lisa Gilroy, GOP candidate Tim Scott's girlfriend discusses their relationship. Sam Sanders and Danielle Schneider discuss important news of the week. Morgan Jay ponders having sex with an alien. A rare Rave Wheel concludes the show.

Sep 9, 2023 • 1h 34min
There Will Be Mud
In this humorous podcast, the hosts discuss a range of interesting topics including the impact of bullying, animal advocacy by Bob Barker, modern farmhouse design trends, and the negative effects of ranting on social media. They also touch on news stories, relationships, Burning Man, and the upcoming 2024 elections.

Sep 2, 2023 • 32min
A Very Online Summer (Friends of the Pod Preview)
Discussion on controversial views of RFK Jr. on vaccines, frustration with restaurants, and unconventional relationships. Reflection on original blues artists' aversion to change and the changing culture of work parties with drug use. Tips on navigating drinking at company parties and the effects of aging on bodies.

Aug 26, 2023 • 1h 6min
Lovett Gets Steamrolled: A Best-Of
Abby McEnany presents gay news, Jake McDorman charges into virgin territory, Paula Poundstone puts Lovett in the hot seat, Luenell riles up the Swifties, and Ms. Pat challenges the audience with two truths and a lie.

Aug 19, 2023 • 1h 45min
Rude and Delicious: Live from Philadelphia!
Sarah McBride, Kylie Brakeman, R. Eric Thomas, and Mary Radzinski join for a live show in Philadelphia! Topics discussed include conspiracy theories, childhood candy, resentment between states, Delaware trivia, managing a union, the dilemma of communal belongings after a breakup, Philly cheese takes, controversy over casting, water ice confusion, and frustrations with young political staffers.

Aug 12, 2023 • 1h 53min
Thoughts & Chairs
Lovett or Leave It prepares for a much needed holiday this week at LA’s Dynasty Typewriter. Laci Mosley and Lovett set sail for the Montgomery riverbank, and they’re bringing their own folding chair. Maria Bamford considers vacationing with the cult of her choice. We all bring plenty of baggage when Ian Harvie unpacks iconic LGBTQ commercials. Bridger Winegar hopes America’s celebrities left room in their suitcase, because he’s got something special for everyone. And the Rant Wheel brings you some souvenirs for the road: the truth about 12-step groups, the Regal Cinema intro, and, of course, the lack of soft serve on the West Coast. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 5, 2023 • 1h 26min
Pence's Christmas Miracle
Lovett Or Leave It is hotter than hell this week at Los Angeles’ beautiful Dynasty Typewriter theater. Lovett and Ify Nwadiwe heat things up with a journey through Diablo 4. Luenell roasts Ron DeSantis so hard, his white go-go boots melt onto the Florida asphalt. RK Russell grills Lovett on professional football, not to mention the sexual orientation of NFL mascots, and we beat the heat, but not the legal consequences, of a new end game, Class Action Hero. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 29, 2023 • 1h 25min
Live! From New York! It's One Thousand Rats!
Start spreading the ooze! This hot humid New York summer is only getting stickier, now that Lovett or Leave It is at Town Hall! LOLI’s own Rat King goes claw-to-claw with the NYC Rat Czar herself, Kathleen Corradi. Lovett terrifies a very analog Janeane Garofalo with dispatches from our very digital world. Isaac Mizrahi gives Lovett a dressing down. BD Wong plumbs the depths of his Broadway knowledge. Cat Cohen helps New Yorkers make it here with some candid advice, and we bust out the Rant Wheel. Hey, we’re spinning’ here! Special thanks to The Town Hall in New York! For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


