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Calm Down With Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson is all about the conversations you would have with your friends when you think others aren't listening. It's like a text chain put into a podcast. This is the place where Erin and Charissa get real, and no subject is off limits. It’s a “pull back the curtain” look into their lives, while they also ask questions about everyone else’s. Get ready for unfiltered conversations between two girlfriends about life, gossip, sports, and pretty much every random topic that needs to be dissected. Get ready to Calm Down with Erin and Charissa.
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Oct 7, 2025 • 24min
Episode 363: Pregame - Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl REACTION!
On this very special edition of Calm Down with Erin and Charissa, Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson — dive headfirst into the cultural moment that is Taylor Swift’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl. From their favorite tracks to all the emotional lyrics, Erin and Charissa are giving full Swiftie energy. And that’s not all — stick around for a surprise unboxing of the exclusive vinyl and official Taylor Swift merch. Whether you're a die-hard Swiftie or just love a fun, unfiltered pop culture breakdown, this episode has something for everyone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 2, 2025 • 39min
Episode 362: NFL Week 4, Why Fall is the BEST Season & Dean Blandino Reacts to Packers vs Cowboys
It’s a jam-packed Big Show edition of Calm Down with Erin and Charissa — and we’re covering everything from pumpkin spice to NFL officiating! Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson kick things off by sharing their love for fall vibes — from cozy scents and stunning colors to why fall has officially claimed the crown as the best season ever. Then, FOX Sports Rules Analyst Dean Blandino joins the show to break down one of the wildest NFL moments of the week - Why did Packers vs. Cowboys have to end in a tie?! Plus, Erin and Charissa go behind the scenes of their exclusive interviews with Baker Mayfield and Daniel Jones and why they are rooting for these redemption stories in the NFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 30, 2025 • 24min
Episode 361: Pregame - Baker Mayfield Is America’s Quarterback!
Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson present an all-new Pregame edition of Calm Down with Erin and Charissa! This week Erin kicks things off by declaring Baker Mayfield is America’s quarterback. They also answer your pressing questions: Should you go into business with friends? Would they return to covering Major League Baseball? Best ways to manage pet hair on your clothes and around the house? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 25, 2025 • 36min
Episode 360: Dolphins vs Bills, Cowboys vs Bears & Surprisingly Good Parenting Tips
NFL Week 3 is in the books, and Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson is here to break it all down! Erin and Charissa share behind-the-scenes stories from covering Dolphins vs. Bills and Cowboys vs. Bears, including the emotional toll of seeing players go down with injuries and the uphill road to recovery they face. The ladies talk fashion as they reveal their Week 4 NFL sideline outfits as well as a look back at week 3—because yes, football and style can coexist. Then, in a fun twist, the ladies dive into some “controversial” parenting advice they found online… and surprisingly agree with. Whether you’re a football fan or a parent (or both), this episode has something for you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 23, 2025 • 22min
Episode359: Pregame - NFL Week 3 Injuries, Sideline Secrets & Charissa’s Love for Olive Garden
On this Pregame episode of Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson, the ladies react to a wave of NFL Week 3 injuries, sending love to players like CeeDee Lamb, Nick Bosa, and James Conner. Plus, Charissa shocks Erin with her take on Olive Garden and they rank their top 5 favorite soups. Erin also shares why she ditched heels on the NFL sidelines and gives an inside look at her night-before-game-day routine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 18, 2025 • 33min
Episode 358: Ken Jeong Loves Coke Zero & Compares Steve Carrell to Michael Jordan
It’s a BIG SHOW edition of Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson — and this week, they’re joined by the one and only Ken Jeong! Ken sits down with Erin and Charissa for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation about his unconventional journey from doctor to Hollywood star. He opens up about his breakout role in Knocked Up, becoming a global sensation with The Hangover, and why he believes Steve Carell is the Michael Jordan of comedy. Plus, Erin and Ken dish on behind-the-scenes moments from their new FOX game show “99 to Beat”, and Charissa finds out why she would have crushed it as a contestant! This episode is packed with laughs, inspiration, and stories you won’t hear anywhere else.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 17, 2025 • 13min
Episode 357: Pregame - Week 2 Storylines – Eagles vs Chiefs Recap, Interviewing Travis Kelce & More!
It was a massive Week 2 in the NFL, and Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson are breaking it all down on this special edition “Pregame” episode of Calm Down! The ladies kick things off with stories from Kansas City, where they covered the Super Bowl rematch between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs. They explain why Chiefs fans shouldn't panic just yet despite the 0-2 start. Then, Charissa shares her takeaways from Green Bay, where she covered the Commanders vs. Packers game — including how Micah Parsons is thriving after his surprising trade from the Dallas Cowboys.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 11, 2025 • 32min
Episode 356: NFL Week 1 Reaction! Aaron Rodgers Wins, Interviewing Russell Wilson & Erin Likes Martinis
The Big Show edition of Calm Down featuring Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson recapping all the action from week 1 of the NFL season is here! They celebrate Aaron Rodgers winning his first game as a Pittsburgh Steeler, and Erin shares behind-the-scenes details from her interview with Russell Wilson ahead of his debut with the New York Giants. Charissa gives a peek inside the brand new, state-of-the-art studio at Fox Sports. The ladies also explain why they can’t talk to their partners after a long day of work and why they are proudly entering their “martini era”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 9, 2025 • 22min
Episode 355: Pregame - NFL Tailgating, Pinch Me Moments & Living in Tightness
The NFL is back, so are Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson with another Pregame episode of Calm Down! The ladies answer questions about their unforgettable “pinch me” interview moments, whether or not they miss the tailgating experience and managing their gameday routines. They also share real talk about handling career and life pressure in your 30s and embracing what they call “living in the tightness.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 4, 2025 • 32min
Episode 354: Micah Parsons To The Packers?! & Working Mom Stress
Football is back, and Erin and Charissa are ready! They react to huge NFL news with the Cowboys trading Micah Parsons to the Packers and looking back on the history of the Cowboys after watching “America’s Team: The Gambler & His Cowboys” on Netflix. And that's not all that's going on! Coffee Conversations are back, and they are being interrupted by anxiety over Steve's position as Mack's emergency contact. While that is going on, Erin is getting Mack ready for school and experiencing all the stresses!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.