
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

Feb 29, 2024 • 44min
Hilary Swank: No Gurus on Set
Hilary and Rob go waaaaaaaay back! Hilary Swank joins Rob Lowe to discuss her baby twins, being called “too half-hour” by a CBS executive, the photoshoot she did for Rob and Sheryl in the 90’s, the incredible animal rescue work Hilary did in the wake of 9/11, skiing with Clint Eastwood, memories from the Oscars, and why she feels her father would be proud to see her new film, “Ordinary Angels.” Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!

Feb 22, 2024 • 1h 7min
Jon Cryer: No Coke for Duckie
Jon and Rob have been in the same circles for decades, but now they are finally getting some quality time together! Jon Cryer joins Rob Lowe to discuss the Brat Pack days, auditioning for "St. Elmo's Fire," the surprising connection between Jon’s mom and Rob’s mom, working with Charlie Sheen on "Two and a Half Men," and Jon’s new sitcom, "Extended Family." Plus, a fan asks Rob to decide: if he could only listen to one album for the rest of his life, what album would it be?Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!

Feb 15, 2024 • 40min
Rev Run: Turn It Down
Rob and Rev Run are kindred spirits! The legendary rapper, DJ, and minister Rev Run joins Rob Lowe to discuss the incredible legacy of his group Run-DMC, growing up in the sixties and seventies, focusing on family, finding inspiration in the tub, and the new Peacock docuseries, "Kings From Queens: The Run DMC Story.” Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!

Feb 8, 2024 • 52min
Cheryl Hines: The Queen
Cheryl and Rob have so much to catch up on! Cheryl Hines joins Rob Lowe to discuss the final season of “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” Larry David’s run-in with Elmo, how she would dress as First Lady, choosing your Secret Service code-name, Cheryl’s mom’s birthday at Thunder Down Under, and much more. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!

Feb 1, 2024 • 59min
Re-Release: Oprah Winfrey (2021)
In honor of her 70th birthday, Rob is looking back at his 2021 conversation with the amazing Oprah Winfrey! The two friends discuss what it means to live in gratitude, the wisdom of Toni Morrison, meeting your heroes, and so much more.Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!

Jan 25, 2024 • 52min
Ed Zwick: Something Golden
Rob and filmmaker Ed Zwick have so many great memories from shooting their 1986 film “About Last Night!” Filmmaker Ed Zwick (creator of “thirtysomething” and director of “The Last Samurai” and “Legends of the Fall”) joins Rob to revisit “About Last Night,” and discuss Ed’s work with Tom Cruise, the death of a certain kind of adult drama film, advice from Morgan Freeman, and Ed’s new book, “Hits, Flops, and Other Illusions: My Fortysomething Years in Hollywood” (out February 13th). Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!

Jan 18, 2024 • 51min
Brian Grazer: Energy Oriented
Rob wouldn't mind swapping lives with Hollywood legend Brian Grazer for a day! The prolific film and TV producer (whose credits include “24,” “Arrested Development,” “Apollo 13,” and “A Beautiful Mind”) joins Rob to discuss the future of Hollywood, how to revamp the Oscars ceremony, the differing worldviews of “The West Wing” and “24,” his book on the power of face-to-face conversation, and his latest film, “Candy Cane Lane” with Eddie Murphy. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!

Jan 11, 2024 • 52min
Robert Downey Jr: History Class
It’s a love-fest when old friends Robert Downey Jr. and Rob Lowe get together! Rob is talking to his former high school classmate and longtime friend: the great Robert Downey Jr. Hear them discuss their shared memories from Santa Monica High School, surviving the 1980s, the genius of Christopher Nolan, and growing from set-backs. Robert’s latest film, “Oppenheimer,” is available now on 4K, Blu-Ray, DVD & Digital. His book, "Cool Food: Erasing Your Carbon Footprint One Bite at a Time" (written with Thomas Kostigen), is out on January 23! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!

Jan 4, 2024 • 1h 18min
Ted Danson: Super Sunny
Ted Danson and Rob Lowe have watched the entertainment industry transform! Ted Danson joins Rob Lowe to discuss the incredible legacy of “Cheers,” the optimistic comedy of “The Good Place” and “Parks & Recreation,” his experiences working with Steven Spielberg and Larry David, learning that his show was canceled while touring the Sistine Chapel, and the importance of protecting our oceans.Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!

Dec 28, 2023 • 39min
Darius Rucker: Game of the Week
When Darius Rucker and Rob Lowe get together, it's time to talk sports and music! Darius Rucker joins Rob Lowe to discuss the early days of Hootie & the Blowfish, the compliment he received from Frank Sinatra, why “Wagon Wheel” is so undeniable (and the song’s surprising co-writer), Darius’ new sports swag collection with Fanatics, and his upcoming Hootie & the Blowfish anniversary tour. Plus, Rob tells us his go-to karaoke songs.Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!
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