
Calm Down with Erin and Charissa
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.
Latest episodes

Feb 7, 2023 • 11min
Episode 146: Pregame – Do You Have a Side?
It’s a fresh Pregame episode of the Calm Down Podcast, and as always, Erin and Charissa use your questions to uncover new and interesting revelations about each other! Listen as they talk about Valentine’s Day plans, sleep schedules, interview chair situations and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 2, 2023 • 31min
Episode 145: Did You Call Yourself A MILF?
Get ready for a fast-moving episode of Calm Down with Erin and Charissa! They kick off the show recapping an unpredictable NFC Championship game and wanting to know why they haven’t been given their own TV show yet. Charissa shares a frustrating experience feeling like she’s in an episode of “Curb Your Enthusiasm”, Erin’s already having anxiety planning for her trip to the Super Bowl. Wait, did they just call themselves MILFs?! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 31, 2023 • 11min
Episode 144: Pregame - Leave 'em Wanting More
On this week's Pregame episode of the Calm Down Podcast, Erin and Charissa answer your questions, starting with a little advice on why it's always best to practice hair honesty, what makes a good first date outfit, if we all have the right to recline, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 26, 2023 • 35min
Episode 143: In the Powder Room! Seriously?
Erin’s a world-class sprinter? What the heck is going on with Wifi? And you better not be dropping off anything in the powder room! That’s right, a lot of territory is covered on this episode of Calm Down with Erin and Charissa. They discuss the crazy Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs and why Erin should be playing for the 49ers in the near future. Charissa is beside herself as she’s plagued by the pitfalls of 21st century technology. Plus, a wonderful tip on how to use, or not use the powder room! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 2023 • 10min
Episode 142: Pregame - My Biggest Fear
The Pregame is here so that means Erin and Charissa are answering your questions! They start with a bit of relationship advice before moving into some of their dream Super Bowl Halftime performers. Listen as they discuss Aaron Rodgers, George Kittle and Erin admits what her biggest fear is right now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 19, 2023 • 34min
Episode 141: Trials & Tribulations of Hot Yoga
It’s a loaded episode of Calm Down with Erin and Charissa as they dive in on a crazy Wildcard Weekend in the NFL. Charissa explains why she wants to start focusing on the positives in life and why it might be time to stop investigating the love life of a high profile rapper. Meanwhile, Erin shares her recent experience in a hot yoga class and why it’s time for people to start honoring personal space! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 17, 2023 • 14min
Episode 140: Pregame - Lets’ Talk About Body Odor
It’s all new Pregame fresh off Wildcard Weekend in the NFL! Erin and Charissa discusses the difficulty and challenges of handling coach interviews at halftime during big games. But first, things get a little uncomfortable when they’re forced to talk about a smelly situation! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 12, 2023 • 30min
Episode 139: I Look Like I Murdered My Husband
Erin and Charissa start this one off on a serious note, sharing a positive update about Bills safety Damar Hamlin’s recovery. Erin explains why things felt different this week on NFL sidelines and talks about the special community that is the NFL. They suddenly change gears without warning or apology, and when it rains, it pours! Charissa gives us a roof leak update, talks about doggy rain jackets and dubs Erin a “bathtub girl” - All this and more, plus the “The Jillian Gregory Quote of the Week” on this fun-filled episode of the Calm Down podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 10, 2023 • 10min
Episode 138: Pregame - Yes, I still shave my face
The Pregame is here which means Erin and Charissa are answering your questions! They share who their first celebrity crushes including a very special someone who has been a guest on the Calm Down Podcast before. They also discuss the difficulty of trying to connect with players and coaches to develop relationships but in a strictly professional way when you’re a woman in the industry. Plus, are you still shaving your face?! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 5, 2023 • 34min
Episode 137: Holding Reporters Accountable
Erin and Charissa kick off 2023 by reacting to a wild week 17 of the NFL as we get closer and closer to the end of the regular season. Charissa explains why she feels like Ross from Friends and the latest issue she’s been left to deal with on her own. Erin admits she’s far from perfect but has to get something off her chest about her colleagues in NFL media and why it’s time to start calling some people out! NOTE: This episode was recorded prior to the unfortunate event on Monday Night Football involving Damar Hamlin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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