
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 6, 2025 • 34min
Episode 304: Buttery, Soft Leather
As Erin and Charissa head to New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX, they talk about their times at the NFC Championship Game, what they will be up to this week before the Big Game and their love for matchups like the one between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. And later in the episode, the story of how Charissa casually dropped some surprising news on Erin recently.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 3, 2025 • 13min
Episode 303: Pregame - Having Yourself an Erin Moment?
Erin and Charissa are back on this Pregame edition of the Calm Down podcast as they talk about the Calm Down origin story, what to do if you feel like you are losing touch with your friends, and more! plus what is an "Erin moment" and what do you do if you have one? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 23, 2025 • 26min
Episode 302: Be Like Jayden Daniels & LA Fires
Erin and Charissa are back with a Big Show following a somber week off due to the wildfires in Los Angeles. They start by discussing Erin’s interview with Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels and why she hopes Mack grows up to be like Jayden someday. They also talk about the tragic wildfires in LA, what they are doing to help those in need and how you can help too. Please donate to the Red Cross to help those affected by the Southern California Wildfires: https://redcross.rallyup.com/wildfires/Campaign/Details All proceeds from Ruby Ranch Merch are donated to those affected by the Southern California Wildfires: https://www.rubyranchlife.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 21, 2025 • 16min
Episode 301: Pregame - Asking Women Out is Hot
Erin and Charissa are back! They answer your questions in a new Pregame: Bridesmaids hate their dress, help! Is asking woman out in person dead? How do you exit a conversation you don’t want to be in? Please donate to the Red Cross to help those affected by the Southern California Wildfires: https://redcross.rallyup.com/wildfires/Campaign/Details All proceeds from Ruby Ranch Merch are donated to those affected by the Southern California Wildfires: https://www.rubyranchlife.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 9, 2025 • 54min
Episode 300: NFL Head Coaches Love Yelling at Dean Blandino
A very special Big Show means a very special guest on this week’s Calm Down with Erin and Charissa. They welcome in Fox Sports NFL & College Football rules analyst Dean Blandino to cover everything from instant replay, getting cussed out by coaches, to getting your dating profile right. Dean shares an awesome story about working Super Bowl XLII and what happened after David Tyree’s famous helmet catch as well as some unforgettable airport bar stories featuring Erin and the A crew.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 7, 2025 • 21min
Episode 299: Pregame - Mike Evans Breaking Records & Are You Talking S*** About Me?
The NFL’s regular season has come to an end, but the Pregame with Erin and Charissa is just beginning! They start by reacting to the Buccaneers week 18 win over the Saints and Erin’s firsthand account of Mike Evans officially recording his 11th straight 1,000-yard season. They also answer questions and an ANONYMOUS FOLLOW UP you don’t want to miss! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 2, 2025 • 40min
Episode 298: Did Charissa & Steve Break Up?
Back from the holiday break, Erin and Charissa won’t Calm Down because it was a busy week! Charissa wants to know if Erin is mad at her and also gives the backstory on why her and Steve “broke up” on Christmas Eve. Erin discusses Mack learning to ski and why she was shedding tears on a recent flight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 31, 2024 • 25min
Episode 297: Pregame - Erin & Charissa Design Your Dating Profile
Erin and Charissa return with an all-new Pregame answering your questions. They share some of the gameday essentials and explain the difference between a wide receiver and a running back. They also give their do’s & don’ts for online dating profiles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 26, 2024 • 1h 3min
Episode 296: Best of Calm Down 2024!
Putting a bow on an incredible 2024 recapping some of our favorite moments from the year that was. Erin and Charissa look back at their epic trip to London to finally see Taylor Swift live at The Eras Tour. They feature a fun conversation with their good friend, colleague and “work husband” Kevin Burkhardt sharing stories from the airport bar and his journey from car salesman to calling the Super Bowl for Fox Sports. Finally, they wrap it up with 3-time Grammy winner Miranda Lambert to talk about life getting better as you age and why girlfriends who build each other up are the best.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 23, 2024 • 11min
Episode 295: Pregame - HELP! My Ex Won’t Move Out
Erin and Charissa link up for a “Pregame” edition of Calm Down answering your questions. What do you do when you outgrow friendships? Thoughts on Bill Belichick getting hired on with Chapel Hill football program? My ex and I broke up… But he won’t move out of the apartment. What do I do?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.