
Literally! With Rob Lowe
This is literally a podcast where people I love, admire, and know well will be in a safe space to really let their hair down (assuming they have any). I will cover the thoughtful to the extremely random. So join me and my guests from the world of movies, TV, sports, music, and culture for fun, wide-ranging, free-wheeling conversations.
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Latest episodes

Sep 23, 2021 • 50min
Patton Oswalt: For the Love of It
When Patton Oswalt and Rob Lowe get on the mic, hilarity ensues! The guys talk about Mystery Science Theater 3000, career-ending typos, and John Tesh’s magnet store theory. Find out why acting in Young Adult was so intimidating for Patton — and what his new tour looks like — all on today’s episode! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Yours could get featured on the show!

Sep 17, 2021 • 6min
Rob's got another pod
Today Rob drops in with a little taste of his new Parks and Recreation recap podcast, Parks and Recollection. If you enjoy this clip then spread your wings and fly your way over to the subscribe button today!

Sep 16, 2021 • 41min
Jennifer Aniston: The Callback Queen
When Jennifer Aniston and Rob Lowe catch up, the conversation is about way more than haircuts and headshots. In today’s episode, you’ll hear how TV creation has evolved and why Jen loves being in the editing booth! You’ll also find out which talk show bumped Jen in the ‘90s and how the Friends gang was at the recent reunion. It’s the episode that you’ll want to listen to in a fountain with a group of pals.Got a question for Rob? Leave a 30-second voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Yours could get featured on the show!

Sep 9, 2021 • 46min
Alan Yang: American McDream
When Alan Yang enters the studio with Rob Lowe, there are many hilarious topics up for discussion. Like their new podcast Parks and Recollection (the definitive Parks and Recreation recap podcast) or Alan’s baseball blog from the early 2000s. This week, you’ll hear why Alan and Rob have one of the best rapports in podcasting!Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Yours could get featured on the show!

Sep 2, 2021 • 1h 2min
Molly Ringwald: Secret Marvel Gym
When Molly Ringwald and Rob Lowe get behind the microphone, you better strap in because the time machine is about to take off! In today’s episode, find out what magazine reigns supreme (Bop! or Time), how a cowboy hat could have transformed The Breakfast Club, and what supervillain Molly would play in a film! It’s 80’s week at Literally and we hope you enjoy it.Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Yours could get featured on the show!

Aug 26, 2021 • 1h 3min
Re-Release: Conan O'Brien: Onion Wrangler
In which Rob and comedian/producer/talk show host Conan O’Brien discuss the difference between sharks and dolphins, how Elizabeth Taylor was able to cry on command, and why Conan thinks ghosts are overrated. Plus: we learn if Conan is actually Rob’s boss or not.

Aug 19, 2021 • 54min
Oprah and Dr. Bruce D. Perry: What Happened to You?
Today we’re sharing a conversation Rob moderated with Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Bruce D. Perry about their book What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing. They discuss addiction, the patterns that shape us, and some of the ways that we can heal ourselves. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Yours could get featured on the show!

Aug 16, 2021 • 36min
Rob Reminisces with The Happiness Lab
We've got something special for Literally! listeners today! Rob was recently a guest on The Happiness Lab podcast, and we want you to hear this great conversation. Hosted by Yale professor Dr. Laurie Santos, The Happiness Lab shares surprising research and inspiring stories that change the way we think about happiness.
In this episode, Rob and Dr. Santos discuss the joys and pitfalls of nostalgia. For instance, as much as Rob loved the 80s, he’s careful not to get too carried away - and happiness science backs him up! Sometimes our selective memories can be unreliable and give past events a rosy glow. Did you know that this can impact our decision-making and what will make us happy in the future? Listen now to learn more!
You can hear more Happiness Lab episodes at: http://podcasts.pushkin.fm/literallyrob

Aug 12, 2021 • 53min
Charlie Puth: Artful Disappointment
In which Rob and musician Charlie Puth discuss music with a velvet texture, happy songs with sad lyrics, and the possibilities of a Literally theme remix! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Yours could get featured on the show!

Aug 5, 2021 • 1h 8min
Julianna Margulies: That's Life in an ER
In which Rob and star of ER and The Good Wife Julianna Margulies discuss meditating as a family, why she left ER, and Fraterdays! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Yours could get featured on the show!