The Nightly

Sophia Wilson Pelton and Kristen Meinzer talk sleepless solidarity with author Allison Winn Scotch. What You'll Hear Insomnia Club: Allison shares the bedtime routine that keeps her as cozy as possible, from nightly reading to crisp cotton sheets, plus the late-night brain games she uses when sleep refuses to cooperate. Found Family After Dark: The trio digs into Allison’s new novel about four ins...

KP Parker and Josh Gondelman play a few slumber party games with EJ Marcus. What You’ll Hear Bedtime, but make it flexible: EJ shares a low-pressure nighttime routine—phone in another room, a little skincare, and the ongoing quest to wind down without turning bedtime into a second job. Kiss, Marry, Kill—fantasy edition: Dune, Lord of the Rings, and Game of Thrones go head-to-head, with choices gui...

Sophia Wilson Pelton chats bedtime rituals and Bravo reality TV lore with Watch What Crappens hosts Ben Mandelker and Ronnie Karam. What You’ll Hear Bedtime, But Make It High-Tech: From Kindle pillows to late-night Youtube videos, Ben and Ronnie share the surprisingly specific rituals that wind them down. Bravo Beginnings & Blog-Era Fame: The hosts of Watch What Crappens rewind to their early days...

Kristen Meinzer and Matt Bragg debunk a famously grim story—and replace it with something far more hopeful. What You'll Hear: Greeting Rituals, Decoded: From “alright” to “very best,” the two unpack why simple hellos and email sign-offs can feel surprisingly loaded—and how we try to sound like ourselves anyway. Debunk Bed Begins: A widely believed myth about Lord of the Flies gets a gentle takedow...

Sophia Wilson Pelton, Kristen Meinzer, and KP Parker celebrate The Nightly's 300th episode by answering some listener questions. What You'll Hear Sleepover Superlatives: From best snack curator to most likely to derail the plan entirely, the trio play a few rounds of "Most Likely To". No host is off limits! Day Jobs: The hosts share what they do outside the pillow fort, from comedy and copywriting...

Sophia Wilson Pelton and Jacquis Neal build the ultimate road trip survival kit, one essential at a time. What You’ll Hear A very accidental plot twist: Sophia shares how a simple Kindle mishap turned her book into a confusing (and slightly chaotic) experience. Listening vs. reading: The two swap notes on audiobooks, attention spans, and what actually helps a story stick. Snooze Pack: Road Trip Ed...

Kristen Meinzer and Matt Bragg host a cozy pub night with a quiz, a wedding dilemma, and a few unexpected facts. What You’ll Hear: A Wedding Standoff: Matt prepares for a wedding he’d rather skip, while Kristen makes a passionate case for dancing like nobody’s watching. Curious Little Facts: From Dogtanan to saintly relics, they wander through history in a way that’s equal parts enlightening and d...

KP Parker and Sophia Wilson Pelton welcome Titi Shodiya for a cozy, curiosity-filled dive into sleep science and color. What You’ll Hear: Meditations in living color: Titi shares how her background in material science shaped her approach to Hatch’s color meditations—and why noticing color can gently shift how you feel. The temperature trick for better sleep: A surprisingly simple habit—like a warm...

Kristen Meinzer and Jacquis Neal welcome Maggie Winters for a cozy, Midwest-filled night of sleep routines and playful debates. What You'll Hear: Midwest Nights & Sleep Rituals: Maggie shares her deeply committed relationship to sleep, from hot lemon water to Hatch soundscapes, and why bedtime might just be her favorite relationship. Sleepy Debate Club: Things get surprisingly heated over mult...

KP Parker and Kristen Meinzer swap birdwatching joys before diving into a very online fact-checking frenzy. What You'll Hear Birds, Apps, and Being Chosen: From city hawks to mysterious owl encounters, a simple hobby turns into a surprisingly grounding way to notice the world—and maybe feel noticed back. 'Love Story' Under a Microscope: A new FX series about JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette sparks deb...

Sophia Wilson Pelton and Jacquis Neal talk about what kind of content Sophia's been scrolling through this week. What You’ll Hear One Late Night, Maximum: Sophia dreams of a party girl summer with a very reasonable curfew, while Jacquis makes the case for the occasional 3 a.m. adventure. Sound Effects, But Make It Magic: The two get delightfully absorbed in the world of Foley artists and the stran...

KP Parker and Sophia Wilson Pelton host a game night with writer and comedian Garrick Bernard. What You’ll Hear Sleep Routines & Magnesium Moments: Garrick shares his fall-asleep-anywhere superpower and the nightly rituals that almost keep him there. Kiss Marry Kill: From board games to TikTok archetypes, the group makes some bold (and very relatable) choices about what stays and what absolutely m...

Josh Gondelman and Jacquis Neal settle into the comforts of home, discussing Spencer's Gifts and your NEXT karaoke song. What You’ll Hear: Home Is the Main Event: Why going out sometimes loses to your own couch, your dog, and the luxury of taking your shoes off whenever you want. Mall Lore & Mild Chaos: A nostalgic wander through Spencer’s Gifts, childhood rumors, and the strange little corner...

KP Parker and Sophia Wilson Pelton join Matt Bragg for a cozy Sunday Pub Chat about nature, animals, and the surprisingly deep question of what makes a thumb opposable. What You'll Hear: Sunday Reset Energy: What starts as a love letter to slow Sundays turns into a gentle debate about “nature bathing” versus just… going outside. Expect calm vibes, light teasing, and a rebrand of the Sunday scaries...

Josh Gondelman and Kristen Meinzer host a sleepy-style basketball debate with Carl Tart. What You'll Hear: Pre-Bed Bath Wisdom: Carl brings a genuinely elite wind-down routine to the Pillow Fort... complete with Epsom salts, music, and big spa-at-home energy. Snooze or Choose NBA Edition: The trio sorts through some very bedtime-friendly basketball questions, including cursed franchises, internati...

KP Parker and Sophia Wilson Pelton read more wild date stories and decide what’s a red flag, green flag, or something in between. What You'll Hear Tasteful Taxidermy: A first date comes with a warning—and a surprisingly charming collection. Is this quirky or quietly romantic? High Priestess Energy: A late-night confession takes a surreal turn, raising questions about timing, truth, and the mysteri...

Sophia Wilson Pelton and Jacquis Neal bring two very different fandoms to bed: WrestleMania season and Survivor. What You'll Hear The Main Event: Jacquis walks Sophia through the deliciously dramatic road to WrestleMania, from legendary heels and babyfaces to the very real appeal of wrestling as theater with body slams. It’s part soap opera, part spectacle, and apparently part contract-signing bet...

Josh Gondelman and Matt Bragg drift through a drowsy retelling of a very relaxed mutiny. What You'll Hear: Drowsy History: A slightly foggy journey through the mutiny on the HMS Bounty, where tropical paradise proves a little too convincing—and leadership gets a mixed review. Breadfruit & Bad Decisions: A royal grocery run turns into a life-or-death choice between island living and a long, sal...

KP Parker and Jacquis Neal revisit two pop culture moments that hit very differently in hindsight. Lip Sync, Blame Game: KP rewinds to the Milli Vanilli scandal, looking beyond the headline to the people, pressure, and producer behind it. A Selfie Seen Round the World: Jacquis takes us back to the 2014 Oscars selfie that briefly broke the internet. What made it feel so massive at the time, and why...

Josh Gondelman and KP Parker swap grievances for gratitudes, from post-trip unpacking wins to the tiny delights of urban wildlife. What You'll Hear Fresh Start Energy: Josh and KP ease into the evening by talking about small life upgrades that feel oddly huge, like using an extra hour well or finally putting the suitcase away for real. Airing Gratitudes: Instead of the usual complaints, they share...

Matt Bragg, Kristen Meinzer, and Sophia Wilson Pelton settle in for a Sunday Pub Chat about closets, cinema, and the quiet power of a good lo-fi loop. What You’ll Hear: The Great Closet Reckoning: A spring cleaning spiral turns surprisingly emotional as the group unpacks why it’s so hard to let go—and why it feels so good when you finally do. Movies That Surprise You: From Elvis in Vegas to a horr...

Josh Gondelman and Jacquis Neal welcome comedian and actress Niccole Thurman aboard for a hilarious conversation about feng shui, medical documentaries and the emotional risks of understanding animals too well. Bedroom Energy: Niccole shares her feng shui approach to sleep, from bed placement to keeping the bedroom screen-free. Would You Rather: The group tackles a deceptively deep question: would...

Sophia Wilson Pelton and Kristen Meinzer unpack Love Is Blind's S10 reunion and all its messiest reveals. What You’ll Hear Thrift store treasures: The episode opens with a cozy detour into thrift store finds, from unexpected gems to the quiet thrill of spotting something perfect on the rack. Reunion report: Kristen catches Sophia up on the season 10 reunion, from slightly improved hosting to the c...

KP Parker and Jacquis Neal host a sleepy debate club with comedian Matt Young. What You’ll Hear: Nap Philosophy, Perfected: Matt shares his ideal nap window, why timing matters, and the risky magic of a late-afternoon reset. The Great Top Sheet Trial: Is the top sheet essential—or just extra work? Things get unexpectedly philosophical (and a little revealing). Pillow Talk, Literally: Decorative pi...

KP Parker, Kristen Meinzer, and Jacquis Neal re-live the biggest moments from this year’s Oscars — from major wins to a few spirited disagreements. What You'll Hear: The Big Winners: One Battle After Another takes Best Picture, but the hosts have plenty to say about Sinners racking up awards, including Michael B. Jordan’s Best Actor win and a historic cinematography victory. Favorites, and a Few S...