Literally! With Rob Lowe

Matthew Modine, an acclaimed actor known for films like "Full Metal Jacket" and "Vision Quest," joins Rob Lowe for a delightful chat. They reminisce about their time working on "The Hotel New Hampshire," sharing a hilarious stunt mishap that left Rob injured. The duo dives into the nostalgia of 80s cinema, debating the charm of classic films and their iconic soundtracks. Modine reflects on the transformative nature of acting, discussing memorable roles and the collaborative spirit of filmmaking. Expect laughter, heartfelt stories, and cherished memories!

Julia Garner, an acclaimed actress known for her roles in "Ozark" and "Inventing Anna," joins Rob Lowe in a delightful chat. They bond over their "blended family" ties, and Julia shares her quirky experience at clown school in France. Exciting updates emerge about her upcoming role as Madonna, showcasing her dedication to creativity. They explore the challenges of stepping outside comfort zones and the humorous antics that come with it, all while celebrating the joy of acting and their mutual appreciation for dogs.

Gary Sinise and Rob are eternally thankful for our veterans! Actor, musician, and advocate Gary Sinise joins Rob Lowe to discuss completing his late son Mac’s album, celebrating more than thirty years of “Forrest Gump,” leaving Los Angeles for Nashville, his amazing charity work for veterans, and much more.Our thoughts are with all those affected by the wildfires in Southern California. If you can, please consider supporting those impacted, as well as first responders, by donating to the LAFD Foundation. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Josh and Rob are Santa Barbara brothers! Recorded live in Montecito, actor and author Josh Brolin joins Rob Lowe to discuss his memories from the “Goonies” set, why he wasn’t sure his “Men in Black 3” co-star Tommy Lee Jones liked him, his troublemaking youth with the Cito Rats, and the writing process behind his memoir, “From Under the Truck.” This episode was recorded on November 22, 2024.Our thoughts are with all those affected by the wildfires in Southern California. If you can, please consider supporting those impacted, as well as first responders, by donating to the LAFD Foundation. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gene and Rob are here to explain magazines to Gen Z! Legendary KISS frontman and business mogul Gene Simmons joins Rob Lowe to discuss his relationships with the "Holy Trinity" (Cher, Diana Ross, and Liza Minnelli), the surprising historical origins of the classic KISS makeup, his experience as a sixth-grade teacher, and some moving memories of his mother, an amazing woman and Holocaust survivor.  Our thoughts are with all those affected by the wildfires in Southern California. If you can, please consider supporting those impacted, as well as first responders, by donating to the LAFD Foundation.  Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mel and Rob want you to share this episode with someone in your life who needs to hear it! Mel Robbins, the best-selling author and host of "The Mel Robbins Podcast," joins Rob Lowe to discuss two words that could change your life, the importance of personal responsibility, tips for dealing with rejection, and much more. This episode was recorded in December 2024. Our thoughts are with all those affected by the wildfires in Southern California. If you can, please consider supporting those impacted, as well as first responders, by donating to the LAFD Foundation. You can watch the full episode on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bill and Rob are talking all things Brat Pack and Yacht Rock! Bill Simmons, host of the popular Bill Simmons Podcast and producer of the new HBO documentary "Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary," joins Rob Lowe to discuss the parallels between yacht rock and the Brat Pack, what’s in store for the "St. Elmo’s Fire" sequel, Bill’s recent documentary projects with HBO and Netflix, and much more. You can watch the full episode on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ken Burns and Rob Lowe are passionate about history! Legendary documentarian Ken Burns joins Rob Lowe to discuss the genius of Leonardo da Vinci, how to make the American Revolution feel modern, the surprising story behind his classic nine-episode "Civil War" series, why Ken believes history does not repeat itself, and much more. "Leonardo da Vinci" is now streaming!  You can watch the full episode on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s a special holiday re-release of “Literally!” Katharine McPhee and David Foster join Rob Lowe to discuss their new album, “Christmas Songs,” Rob and David’s decades of friendship, why Rob prefers classic Christmas songs, the surprising origins of the “St. Elmo's Fire” theme, the genius of Celine Dion, and the incredible story of how Rob and David managed to prank President Clinton, Barbra Streisand, and Quincy Jones. Note: This episode was recorded in November 2023. You can watch the full episode on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Francis Ford Coppola, the legendary filmmaker behind classics like The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, shares nostalgic stories from the making of The Outsiders. He reflects on audition memories and the emotional weight of his late wife, Eleanor. Coppola opens up about his new film, Megalopolis, discussing the creative process and the significance of collaboration in filmmaking. With anecdotes about happy accidents and personal connections, he emphasizes how experiences shape artistry.