Anna Faris Is Unqualified

Julie Bowen [Modern Family, Ed, Boston Legal, Happy Gilmore] talks with Anna about female rivalry, the pressure to be sexy, underwear, an audition reminiscent of Basic Instinct, marriage, divorce, people who are too good looking, Julie’s new podcast Quitters, and much more.Today’s first call is with Jordan who introduced a friend to his crush which unfortunately resulted in them falling for each other. Now Jordan is wondering how to process this new dynamic while keeping both of his friendships.Next to call in is Sarah who is getting close to her wedding date but considering eloping after her father issued an ultimatum involving her guest list.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s special episode, dating and relationship coach April Beyer is back as Anna’s qualified co-host. For those of you just discovering our podcast, April has been a matchmaker for more than 20 years and is the founder of LEVEL Connections, a unique dating service bridging the gap between dating apps and personal matchmaking. Their first call today is with Raya whose boyfriend’s constant assessments and comments about her physical appearance leave her feeling insecure. Next, they talk with Jess who has been in an emotionally abusive relationship for eleven years and is working on the courage to finally leave.If you have a question and would like to talk with Anna and her co-hosts, please write to Unqualified at bit.ly/ASKANNALearn more about April and LEVEL by visiting www.levelconnections.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aasif Mandvi [The Daily Show, The Brink, Million Dollar Arm, Evil] talks with Anna about moving from England to Florida at 16 and dreaming his life would be like an episode of Flipper, his rollercoaster of a prom experience, hosting his new show Would I Lie To You and whether actors make good liars, breeding unicorns and much more…Today’s Unqualified segment begins with a call from Danika who, after the abrupt ending of a friendship, wonders how or even if it’s possible to repair the damage. Next to call in is Cynthia who, after leaving her partner after years of ignoring his infidelity, discovered that her father has also been having an affair. Now Cynthia is trying to navigate these new emotions and wondering how to rebuild her faith in the opposite sex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stand-up comedian Jo Koy [Live from Seattle, Lights Out, Comin’ in Hot, In His Elements] talks with Anna about the transformation of comedy over the years, pretending to be his mom when getting tickets to see Eddie Murphy, the difference between a racist joke and giving a voice to minorities, how Dante Bosco was his hero in Spielberg’s HOOK, getting rejected then embraced by Netflix, his upcoming movie EASTER SUNDAY, Dealbreakers and a lot more.Today’s Unqualified segment begins with a call from Kaley whose ex is confusing their six-year-old daughter when his conspiracy theories go against what she’s being taught in school. Next, Jo and Anna talk with Sunshine who doesn’t know how or what to tell her older sister when it’s clear that the sister’s boyfriend is unfaithful and stringing her along. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elisha Cuthbert [24, The Girl Next Door, Happy Endings, The Ranch, The Cellar] talks with Anna about having kids, the blind date that led to the kids, being married to an athlete, getting in to comedies, horror-film screams, learning from past relationships, dealbreakers and much more!First on this episode’s Unqualified segment is Anjelica, whose friend and co-worker is weighing down the workplace with her constant negativity. Anjelica wonders if there’s a way to help so her friend doesn’t lose her job.Next is Simone who, after a surprise break-up, is having a hard time moving on from her ex when he keeps texting her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian, actress, writer, and producer Natasha Leggero [Another Period, Chelsea Lately, Rat in the Kitchen] talks with Anna about being accidentally funny, her new show Rat in the Kitchen, whether dating a chef is a good idea, what too much reality TV does to your brain, Natasha’s relationship with an Australian con-artist that sounds like reality TV, and much more.Today’s Unqualified segment begins with a call from Erika who is looking for answers as to why she’s never had a serious boyfriend and wonders how she can improve her dating life. Next, we talk with Edith who has had a crush on the same guy for over 10 years and thinks it might be time to find out if he feels the same way. They did kiss once… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dylan O’Brien [Teen Wolf, The Maze Runner, Love and Monsters, The Outfit] talks with Anna about getting fired from his first job, getting into acting, early crushes, Dealbreakers and a lot more.Today’s first caller is Melanie, who after a personally difficult year, felt that one of her closest friends wasn’t there for her. Now she’s wondering if expressing her feelings would help mend or further hurt their relationship.Next up is Michelle, whose truck driving husband is convinced that she’s cheating on him leaving Michelle questioning the strength of their marriage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Duchovny [The X-Files, Californication, Aquarius, The Bubble] talks with Anna (from inside a railroad car) about the movie they recently finished together, being intimidated by raw talent, his love of music, the challenges of writing, dealbreakers, what defines a good kiss, words to live by and much more.Today’s first call is with Savannah whose recent relationships have affected her self-esteem, causing her to rethink her dating strategy.Next, Anna and David talk with Melissa, whose wedding plans have upset a close friend, leading to Melissa’s own unhappiness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining Anna in this week’s episode are actor and comedian Patton Oswalt and his wife, actress Meredith Salenger. Find out why Spiderman is Patton’s favorite superhero, what movie of Meredith’s was a big influence on Anna, the origin story of Patton and Meredith’s relationship, why their podcast is titled Did You Get My Text?, how Anna met her husband, and a lot more.This week’s Unqualified segment begins with a call from Lindsay, whose boyfriend is hesitant to get married making her question her own desire to have that official piece of paper. Next, Anna, Meredith and Patton talk with Violet, who questions the friendship she has with her former college roommate, wonders how to back out of attending her wedding, and worries about the aftermath. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aya Cash [The Boys, You’re the Worst, The Girl from Plainville, Welcome to Flatch] talks with Anna about chasing love, being talked out of your ambition, the perfect amount to tip when you want to ask the waitress out on a date (and marry her), when everyone but you knows that your partner slept with your best friend, collecting vs. hoarding, the decision to not have children, choosing roles, upcoming projects and more.Our Unqualified segment begins with a call from Nate who is happily married but unhappily living in Oslo, Norway. Nate wants to move, his husband wants to stay, and that’s where it gets complicated.Next, Anna and Aya talk with Brittany who, after a tumultuous marriage and subsequent divorce, is looking for advice on how to rediscover herself while being a good role model for her son. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.