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
Jul 29, 2021 • 41min
Laraine Newman: The Shame of the Senso-Rings
In which Rob and SNL and Groundlings alum Laraine Newman discuss when you should say hello to your neighbor, how The Coneheads makeup can change you, and why it may be a good idea to copyright your character’s voice! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Yours could get featured on the show!
Jul 22, 2021 • 56min
Bob Costas: A Stat that Tells a Story
In which Rob and sportscaster Bob Costas discuss all time best calls, what makes for engaging sportscasting, the evolution of baseball, and who was the rowdiest in the booth! Plus: Rob answers a question about how to help your kids with good skincare routine in the LoweDown Line. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Yours could get featured on the show!
Jul 15, 2021 • 58min
Sofía Vergara: Free Tastes Better
In which Rob and actress/presenter Sofía Vergara discuss the ins and outs of craft service, Sofía’s accidental Broadway career, how she got cast in Modern Family, and the one category of America’s Got Talent performer that drives her crazy. Plus: Rob answers a question about his walk-up music in the LoweDown Line. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Yours could get featured on the show!
Jul 8, 2021 • 1h 13min
John Fogerty: The Suitcase Behind The Microphone
In which Rob and rock legend John Fogerty discuss the formation of Creedence Clearwater Revival, seeing The Beatles’ final American concert, Rob's infamous version of "Proud Mary," and dive deep on the stories behind the writing of John’s most famous songs. Plus: Rob answers a question about the most important virtue in the LoweDown Line. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!
Jul 1, 2021 • 58min
Iliza Shlesinger: Ty Cobb Salad
In which Rob and comedian/writer Iliza Shlesinger discuss the true story that inspired Iliza’s new Netflix movie Good On Paper, the hottest spots in Hollywood circa 1986, take a deep dive on upspeak, and wonder "if something is popular, does that mean it’s funny?” Plus: Rob answers a question about hamburger buns vs hot dog buns in the LoweDown Line. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!
Jun 24, 2021 • 1h 1min
Jason Alexander: Bat Mitzvah Limousine
In which Rob and actor/comedian/director Jason Alexander discuss formative theatre experiences, convincing Martin Short to do The Producers, their biggest stage disasters, and dive deep on the creation of Seinfeld. Plus: Rob answers a question about underrated work in the LoweDown Line. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!
Jun 17, 2021 • 1h 4min
Jimmy Kimmel: Mr Roboto-The Movie
In which Rob and comedian/host/writer Jimmy Kimmel discuss what hats they could get away with, dive deep on yacht rock, we learn about Jimmy’s honorary mayorship of a Canadian town, and get an insider’s view on what really happened with the 2017 Best Picture results. Plus: Rob answers a question about hindsight in the LoweDown Line. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!
Jun 10, 2021 • 1h 4min
Dawes: Pan to the Left and Mute
In which Rob and musicians Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith of the band Dawes discuss the high school they all have in common, their relationship to the Laurel Canyon sound, we learn about the long-lost Rob Lowe/Toto collaboration, and Taylor plays solo acoustic versions of some of Rob’s favorite Dawes songs. Plus: Rob answers a question about potential future guests in the LoweDown Line. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!
Jun 3, 2021 • 1h 7min
JB Smoove: Tilt Game
In which Rob and comedian/actor JB Smoove talk about JB’s new podcast May I Elaborate? Daily Wisdom From JB Smoove, then discuss Pop Tarts and Cheetos, New York sports, time travel, and how you can tell when Larry David is happy. Plus: Rob answers a question about centerfolds in the LoweDown Line. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!
May 27, 2021 • 1h 6min
Kate Hudson: Script Detectives
In which Rob and actress/author Kate Hudson discuss bad scene partners, singing at Gwyneth Paltrow’s wedding, Kurt Russell’s minimal approach to acting, and Rob presses Kate for five of her own favorite movies. Plus: Rob answers a question about his collections in the LoweDown Line. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!
