
Take Your Shoes Off w/ Rick Glassman
Hi, I'm Rick Glassman, and I'm a goofy guy and a cute boy. As a kid, I had debilitating OCD. I still have a lot of “things.” The title of my podcast “Take Your Shoes Off” is a microcosm of my need for control and order in a world that... keeps their shoes on.
I created this podcast to showcase a more serious side, as I have conversations with some of the funniest and most interesting people in the world. I’ve learned the language of comedy in an attempt to survive this shoes-on world, so of course there will be some goofs and spoofs, but think of this podcast as you being a fly on the wall, as opposed to being an audience member in a theatre.
Please, take your shoes off, and enjoy!
Latest episodes

Jun 15, 2020 • 2h 37min
Sosie Bacon (The Balcony Series)
Next up another TYSO first timer (so we don’t blame her for forgetting socks), actress Sosie Bacon! Rick met Sosie last year when they shot their Amazon pilot together. WHICH just got picked up to series!! (https://deadline.com/2020/06/jason-katims-israel-on-the-spectrum-series-amazon-1202959498/) She joins us on the balcony, which even doubles as a toilet (to Rick’s moms disdain) and learns to get comfortable being uncomfortable. Sosie reflects on her acting ambitions and how her parents, Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick, played a part in her decision to start her career at 21, as well as leaving Brown University. Sosie gets to intimately know our TYSO goblin (or does she?) and Rick does what he does best, by pushing his guests to explain and open up about the things they didn’t know they needed to unpack. They discuss being on set with autistic cast members, how it differs from typical filming projects, and how they use communication tools, both in professional and personal relationships. ENJOY GOBLINS AND BOPPERS RICK GLASSMAN https://www.rickglassman.com https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff https://www.instagram.com/rickglassman SOSIE BACON https://www.instagram.com/sosiebacon https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1788739Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff

Jun 8, 2020 • 2h 4min
Mike Catherwood (The Balcony Series)
Hi Goblin Family, A few of our episodes were filmed before the protests and overall global civil-unrest took place. We felt it necessary to let you know, as it is not discussed during this chat. All ad revenue from this episode will be given to the Black Lives Matters global network (https://blacklivesmatter.com). For more information on mutual aid resources, please visit: https://docs.google.com/document/u/1/d/12y7-Wa4gi8HUeFTv17gPcbMGuVX5cqIudLJmhOrq1-k/mobilebasic With that we welcome Mike Catherwood! A much needed guest due to his willingness to both climb onto the balcony but also get into nitty gritty conversations about life and career. Mike started in radio at 22 and has since gone on to co-host LOVELINE with Dr Drew, as well as his own radio shows at KROQ-FM on Kevin and Bean, and now his podcast MIKE LIKES YOU. He’s not only a “cool guy” he’s also incredibly generous and kind in his conversation with Rick about bombing, growing in your art, and navigating insecurities. he Boys discuss their first meeting (nakedness is of course involved), leaning into being good enough, and hits and misses in the industry. We know you guys have enjoyed these more conversation dense episodes and we think this one in particular is an exceptional version of that. Mike, what a guy… a cool… hot bodied guy. RICK GLASSMAN https://www.rickglassman.com https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff https://www.instagram.com/rickglassman MIKE CATHERWOOD https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mikey-likes-you-with-mike-catherwood/id1496574376 https://www.instagram.com/mikecatherwoodSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff

Jun 1, 2020 • 2h 38min
Sona Movsesian (The Balcony Series)
Welcome back Goblins! And a Big Balcony Bopper welcome to the lovely SONA MOVSESIAN. (Rick’s still struggling to pronounce her surname) She’s not only Conan’s O’Briens right-hand woman, but also Co-Host of the podcast Conan Needs a Friend. Rick and Sona met when the Late Night Show and Undateable were on adjacent stages on the Warner Brother's lot years ago, and have remained firm friends. They discuss Rick getting less annoying, Sona Being A national Speech Champion, and how to navigate disagreements. We hear about the whole “I was kicked off a basketball team” saga in detail and manage to get Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip to chime in with some words of wisdom! Rick also recounts ALL his school crushes and the epic fails of teenage love while Sona accidentally digs up a childhood rift she thought she’d buried. This is a really good one guys! We hope we’re bringing a little bit of fun and laughter to a heavy few weeks and appreciate the support of subscribers and particularly Patreon Patron’s. We’re putting more content up there including BTS clips and guest announcements. We love the interactions with you all. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR & take 20% off + FREE SHIPPING: PROMO CODE: SHOESOFF MANSCAPED - https://www.manscaped.com RICK GLASSMAN https://www.rickglassman.com https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff https://www.instagram.com/rickglassman SONA MOVSESIAN https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conan-obrien-needs-a-friend/id1438054347 https://www.instagram.com/sonamovSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff

May 25, 2020 • 1h 28min
Rory Scovel (The Balcony Series)
You may remember our next guest from "I Feel Pretty" alongside Amy Schumer, "The House" with Amy Poehler and Will Ferrell, and most recently, both creating and star of "ROBBIE" on YouTube's Comedy Central. He’s a stand-up comedian, actor and all around great human… LETS HEAR A BIG (GLOVED) APPLAUSE AND (MASKED) CHEERS FOR RORY SCOVEL! Rory’s first time as a bopper, and he didn’t even have to take off his shoes! Or Bane-esque mask for that matter. Rick orchestrates the huge undertaking of the Rory-From-the-Car episode, so ignore the joggers and the general traffic noise because the boys get analytical about comedy and break down their views on audiences, stand up, and self awareness. You’ll even get a glimpse of some unseen jokes from Rorys new special .. not really but he is coerced on the spot to do some covid topical jokes- cue laugh track. We know this is an episode goblins and boppers have been waiting for, and Rick had a blast doing it… despite the 38 hours to clean the equipment. Anyway have a good ba-day goblins, and go below for all the links blah blah blah SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: HELLO TUSHY bidets - http://hellotushy.com/TYSO for 10% off! And we have a new merch drop SCOOP DOOO! RICK GLASSMAN https://www.rickglassman.com https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff https://www.instagram.com/rickglassman RORY SCOVEL https://www.instagram.com/roryscovel https://starburns.audio/podcasts/pen-pals-with-daniel-rory PERRY GRONE The Brother Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6V60bC3oWs Produced by: Rick Glassman & George Krikes Sound & Mixed by: George KrikesSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff

May 18, 2020 • 1h 29min
Brent Morin 2.0 (The Balcony Series)
Get ready for the episode you didn’t know you were waiting for! BRENT MORIN, fellow podcaster, actor, stand up comedian and one of Rick’s best friends joins TYSO (again) for a real life, albeit socially distanced, podcast episode! We like to call these the ‘Balcony Series’ as Rick's managed to find a novel way to circumvent his pandemic OCD fears and allow guests to come on over (sort of). It may not have been the most elegant of entrances, but Brent managed (in the youtube version, watch Brent climb up to the second story balcony), with a little goblin assistance, to get back into the Shoe’s Off studio (Rick’s living room) or near enough! They get into their history of filming bits and sketches when they first started out in LA, deep rooted hair concerns, auditioning, and hilarious typecasting. If you loved Brent’s Christmas episode but felt like you needed twice as much sweating, self deprecation, and life risking commitments to bits- this is the episode for you. Let us know in the comments who else should whether the climb of the balcony for future quarantine episodes?!?! Rick’s also appearing on the WHISKEY GINGER PODCAST with Andrew Santino this week (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-aZ7C1afqY&t=3511s) and will be on Bertcast with Bert Kreischer this Friday too, so keep and eye out for that! SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR: HELLO TUSHY bidets - http://hellotushy.com/TYSO for 10% off! And we have a new merch drop SCOOP DOOO! LINK RICK GLASSMAN https://www.rickglassman.com https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff https://www.instagram.com/rickglassman BRENT MORIN https://www.instagram.com/brentmorin The Lion's Den w/ Brent Morin & Jason Collings Produced by: Rick Glassman & George Krikes Sound & Mixed by: George KrikesSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff

May 11, 2020 • 2h 9min
Julia Gargano - American Idol TOP 7
Julia Gargano never sang professionally, auditioned for this season's American Idol. Made it through Hollywood Week, Hawaii's live shows, and into the top 20. That's were it gets interesting -- all finalists are performing from home -- recording on 3 iPhones, live to tens-of-millions of people. Rick and Julia get into the American Idol process, from auditioning to producers, forgetting the name of her own song, gaining confidence, setting up a live studio in her bedroom, and yes... more cartoon penises. Sorry new American Idol fans -- but TYSO has a voice, and it's a proud voice. As of Sunday, May 10th, Julia is now one of the FINAL 7!! VOTE FOR JULIA - you can vote upto 10 times in any or all of the following ways:: 1) TEXT "17" to 21523 2) The WEBSITE: https://idolvote.abc.com 3) Download the AMERICAN IDOL app here (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/american-idol/id1346914815) Check out our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff) for exclusive BTS, special episodes, live zooms and more! This episode brought to you by TheCoinBros.com https://www.thecoinbros.com RICK GLASSMAN https://www.rickglassman.com https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff https://www.instagram.com/rickglassman JULIA GARGANO https://www.instagram.com/julia.gargano Produced by: Rick Glassman & George Krikes Sound & Mixed by: George KrikesSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff

May 4, 2020 • 1h 56min
Thomas Dale 2.0
It’s week whatever-the-hell of quarantine, and this time we’re getting a bit of an ensemble crew together. Not only do we have COMEDIAN/CLAIRVOYANT THOMAS DALE, but also Betty and some titillating ghost guests - emphasis on the tit. So... I guess, TITillating. Thomas returns not only for jokes and reminiscing, but also to give a psychic reading to Rick’s girlfriend, Betty, all the way in London! He predicts the future, sorts our her pillow situation, and manages to get Rick reprimanded by an old lady ghost. After the reading, Rick challenges Thomas’ views and maths.The two wrestle with the idea of spirituality and why Rick's dreaming of donuts... or wedding rings…or maybe bagels… probably donuts... Betty hopes its wedding rings…its most definitely donuts. Whether you’re a sceptic or a believer, you’ll come for the intrigue and stay for the ghost nudity. Also, Rick mentions an exclusive MOM & BETTY episode going up on PATREON so sign up here to get EXCLUSIVE ACCESS! https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff This episode brought to you by TheCoinBros.com https://www.thecoinbros.com RICK GLASSMAN https://www.rickglassman.com https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff https://www.instagram.com/rickglassman THOMAS DALE https://www.instagram.com/thomasdale5 PREVIOUS TYSO EPISODES: Thomas Dale 1.0: https://youtu.be/V-q16Ttcrvw Produced by: Rick Glassman & George Krikes Sound & Mixed by: George KrikesSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff

Apr 27, 2020 • 1h 4min
Erik Griffin 3.0
**DISCLAIMER** THERE IS A LAG. At times it appears that we are talking over each other. This was not the case live. The way I edited this together, my audio often comes in earlier than Erik's. It's the episode you’ve all been waiting for! Our guest is a podcast veteran and a TYSO favorite, making his third appearance... COMEDIAN ERIK "RIFFIN WITH GRIFFIN" GRIFFIN!!! Rick literally directed this podcast as though his life depended on it, managing to even get Erik in the room without breaking quarantine rules. But if you don't watch on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlRcPTcHi24&feature=youtu.be) you may miss it. The duo circumvented most the issues of distance-podcasting (maybe not the talking over each-other lags but who cares! We have a little goblin waiter!). The two podcasters get into lots of Cut-to’s, snaps, and nostalgia throw backs. Amongst all the bits, they also discuss Rick's struggles to navigate his OCD during Corona and Erik’s mom’s dementia, which gets quite personal and honest. Again thank you to our PATREON PATRONS! We’re really working on expanding the content. Will be adding an exclusive interview with Rick's mom and girlfriend, Betty, when they met for the FIRST TIME! This is a full video episode with all the TYSO edits. SING UP HERE: https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff Your support during this has been so great and all we ask for is a little like and a share :) Also If any goblins or boppers have good guest suggestions, throw them in the comments below. Wash your hands, wipe your ass, air blow kisses to your loved ones and stay safe! This episode brought to you by TheCoinBros.com https://www.thecoinbros.com PREVIOUS TYSO EPISODES: Erik Griffin 1.0:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDcse6Rhcu4&t=1s Erik Griffin 2.0: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXGOKZ3b27o PREVIOUS RIFFIN WITH GRIFFIN EPISODES: Rick Glassman 1.0: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SokXv5PlZ04 Rick Glassman 2.0: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JD5x93tmIHs RICK GLASSMAN https://www.rickglassman.com https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff https://www.instagram.com/rickglassman ERIK GRIFFIN https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI9fEg4ZCx6NsOgDpyzmX1Q Produced by: Rick Glassman & George Krikes Sound & Mixed by: George KrikesSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff

Apr 20, 2020 • 1h 16min
Dad & Teddy 3.0
Welcome back Bop Goblins, Goblin Gang and Quarantine Boppers… or however you identity as a TYSOer. Rick continues to bring you you Monday episodes, despite this crazy pandemic, this time its a 4/20 (April 20th, 2020) themed family bonanza. Take Your Shoes Off is 1 Year Old!! And for our anniversary episode, please welcome back DAD AND UNCLE TEDDY!!!! The boys Zoom-in for a glitchy filled hour of rambles and irrelevant baseball conversations, all whilst, you guessed it GETTING HIGH! Rick, Dad & Teddy each pick their devices (garlic cookies?!) and proceed to kick off an hour of about Rocky, staying in, and why farts could be a missing component of the COVID spread. Rick may be isolated but the snaps continue with this visual filled episode of animation and photoshopped bits. The boys are barely able to stay on topic, which seems to be a theme with these stoned episodes (hey, Adam Ray!) Although, Teddy manages to lament “Domestic bliss” and Rick gives another inspirational speech . Oh and friend of TYSO, Lamorne Morris, pops up (as does Rick's penis), so it's worth watching as opposed to listening just because of those nice cameos. We’re so grateful at TYSO for all the support. We know you’re probably all sick of these zoom episodes that every podcast seems to be doing, but please stay tuned! We have some nice things planned, and Rick's been editing for hours upon hours to make sure he brings you something different, and up to the TYSO standards . We would love if you share and subscribe, we want to get those numbers up so Rick can have a budget… buy a real life goblin, Joe Exotica style, and finally release that Will Smith episode! So get clicking and sending :) This episode brought to you by TheCoinBros.com https://www.thecoinbros.com RICK GLASSMAN https://www.rickglassman.com https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff https://www.instagram.com/rickglassman Produced by: Rick Glassman & George Krikes Edited by: Rick Glassman Sound & Mixed by: George KrikeSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff

Apr 13, 2020 • 1h 8min
Adam Ray 3.0 (HIGH AND QUARANTINED)
Welcome back to our new Quarantine Edition of Take Your Shoes Off! For the foreseeable future, our guests will be virtually kicking off those loafers and leaning into some virtual TYSO antics. First one up, and his appearance is... *drumroll* let's welcome back Mr. ADAM RAY!! And what more could you expect from the boys than a very high, very silly episode. This ones hard to even explain but Rick and Adam don’t let quarantine get in the way of their fun. Expect nonsensical conversations, songs and giant animated (Space Jam) penis’ gracing the TYSO living room. They don’t have shoes on, but even we were surprised that Rick allowed their balls on the fine Marshall area rug. New world, new rules I guess? We’re trying at TYSO to bring you content as normal. Also, Rick has been active and chatting with the Patreon community pretty regularly, so he's going to shout out and bop some new patrons. If you want the chance to chat and get bopped, head over to Patreon HERE: https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff Subscribe to our new RICK GLASSMAN CLIPS CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgCpZpp9wnmZ4Kuxw40ib8g And let us know who you think would make a good visual guest in the comments below!! This episode brought to you by TheCoinBros.com https://www.thecoinbros.com RICK GLASSMAN https://www.rickglassman.com https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff https://www.instagram.com/rickglassman ADAM RAY http://adamraycomedy.com https://www.aboutlastnightpodcast.com Produced by: Rick Glassman & George Krikes Sound & Mixed by: George KrikesSupport the show: https://www.patreon.com/takeyourshoesoff