Be Here For A While

Be Here For A While

Comedy EN ↓ 243 episodes

Rachael O'Brien is a stand-up comedian/actress who has performed in 9 countries all over the world doing stand-up. Her self deprecating humor is at the center of the weekly show. On each episode, Rachael dissects the comedic moments in the lives and careers of her friends and notable entertainment industry personalities. She enjoys interviewing talent about their personal struggles and successes, learning more about tips and tricks on how to live a happy and successful life, diving into (and sarcastically analyzing) dating and relationships, and through all this, she loves giving her listeners...

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Be Here For A While

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Comedy

Podcast website

bleav.com

Latest episode

Jun 30, 2026

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Episodes

20: Sh*t is getting real with Vanderpump Rules' Katie Maloney Schwartz 22.09.2016

Rachael's favorite newlywed Katie Maloney Schwartz is here! Before diving into the deep stuff, Rachael and Katie discuss last weekend's TV highlights -- football and The Emmys. Rachael didn't realize her friend's brother, Jimmy Kimmel, was hosting until the day of. Also, one of Katie's besties, Steph Corneliussen (from Mr. Robot) made Vogue Magazine's best dressed list! Katie dishes on married lif...

19: Rachael and Jackie Schimmel on how Jackie Schimmel became Jackie Schimmel 16.09.2016

Queen Bitch Jackie Schimmel, creator of blog turned podcast The Bitch Bible, is here to make Rachael feel better about her delusions of grandeur and reveal her life story. From working on Chelsea Handler's Chelsea Lately and After Lately to walking away from arguably the best desk job Rachael's ever heard of, we learn how Jackie made her way to her elevated podcast/bitchy blog status and her plans...

18: Rachael and Vanderpump Rules' Kristen Doute on the past, the present, and the future 08.09.2016

The one and only Kristen Doute stops by the Sunset Marquis Hotel to keep Rachael company as she's recovering after her hand surgery. They answer listeners' questions about past seasons and the upcoming season of Vanderpump Rules, chat about her exciting upcoming projects and, of course, recap the finale episode of Bachelor in Paradise. Highlights include how Kristen and Rachael first met (and reun...

17: Rachael and Heather Woodbridge recap RHONY in Martha's Vineyard 01.09.2016

Rachael is in Martha's Vineyard with John's family and chatting with his sister in law, Heather Woodbridge (and her little daughter Hadley!). They chat east coast wealth, how Heather met John's brother William and fell in love fast, and the girls recap the latest episode of Real Housewives of New York. They dive into the woes of parenting and how Heather gave wine to her children's teachers as gif...

16: Impressionist Amy Phillips brings Bravo's Real Housewives into Rachael's living room 25.08.2016

Master Bravolebrity impressionist Amy Phillips brings the likes of Ramona Singer (Bravo's Real Housewives of New York) and Vicki Gunvalson (Bravo's Real Housewives of Orange County) into Rachael's living room, tells Rachael about the booming Detroit comedy scene, and how she got started with Andy Cohen's Watch What Happens Live. Rachael and Amy discuss the ups and downs of the entertainment indust...

14: Rachael and Aussie comedian Jim Jefferies ramble at each other as only comics could 12.08.2016

You'll never have to wonder what it's like to be a fly on the wall as you get a glimpse into this entertaining, rambling exchange between two new friends who happen to also be stand up comedians. Australian comic, Jim Jefferies joins Rachael for Be Here For A While, poor shaming her before she can even intro him properly! Laugh along with these two as they discuss comedy, living in LA, and pick on...

13: Rachael and comedian/writer Kate Casey discuss everything from reality TV to their love of crazy people... so, still reality TV 04.08.2016

Comedian/writer Kate Casey joins Rachael in a jam packed episode! They cover everything from reality TV to their love of crazy people, so…still reality TV! Kate and Rachael dig into some off-the-wall stories about Kate's journey and they discuss comedy, The Bachelorette, and (of course) Vanderpump Rules. Rachael somehow compares being a drunk to being a mom. All of this on this week’s episode of “...

12: Rachael discusses walking in LA, goals for her upcoming NOLA bachelorette trip, and her attempt at producing music 28.07.2016

Comedian Rachael O’Brien discusses “walking" in LA, goals for her upcoming New Orleans bachelorette trip, and her attempt at producing music for her very own podcast intro.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

11: Rachael joins Jaclyn Marfuggi at her parents' Malibu beach house to discuss dating, finance, and Rachael’s “Drunk Uncle” perspective on both topics 21.07.2016

Jaclyn Marfuggi returns for a special Malibu beach house episode of “Be Here for A While,” kind of like Saved By The Bell but Rachael just crashes Jaclyn’s family beach house. They talk comedy (of course), dating, and the high price of happy hours and uber. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

10: Comedian Mark Serritella joins Rachael to chat standup, famous comedy fans and accidental brothel run ins in Europe. 14.07.2016

Rachael’s comedy soulmate Mark Serritella stops by to recap stories from their tour in Europe. Which includes more than one accidental run in with a brothel. They discuss the highs and lows of being comedian -- one of the highs being Paul McCartney seeing Mark do standup 3 times and buying him a drink (...insert Rachael’s jealousy here) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...

9: It’s a family affair when Rachael’s sister Talia Childers stops by for a visit 07.07.2016

It’s like being a kid again when Rachael’s sister, Talia, stops by to discuss teaching Rachael “important lessons”, sibling car rivalry, and Rachael’s tricks for convenient living (aka Task Rabbit). Talia doesn't hold back, calling Rachael out for being a fat kid and giving us a glimpse into their childhood antics in Oregon.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for infor...

8: Rachael gives up on looking cool, exchanges her charity gift for Guns and Roses tickets and gets hit by karma. 30.06.2016

Rachael gives up on looking cool the moment she catches herself walking down the street in loafers and workout shorts, sipping cough syrup straight from the bottle. Later, at a charity fundraiser, Rachael and Kristen Doute exchange a charity raffle prize for Guns and Roses tickets, only to find out the concert falls on the same day as her friend's wedding. And Rachael gets hit by the karma bus aft...

6: Rachael and Kevin Farley drink Tito's and talk comedy 16.06.2016

Actor and comedian Kevin Farley stops by to talk about his new show "Still The King" on CMT and the documentary he produced called "I Am Chris Farley" about his brother, SNL alum Chris Farley. Rachael and Kevin also discuss the life of being a comedian, show business, and how his career began. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and us...

5: Rachael on how Lady Gaga thwarted her stalking plans 09.06.2016

Rachael's plan to become BFF's with her workout instructor were quickly thwarted by none other than Lady Gaga. An audition experience also reveals that Rachael's true Irish roots can come out at the worst times.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

4: Love at third sight w/ Rachael's BFF Matthew Paine 07.06.2016

Rachael's BFF Matthew joins her to chat snow days, bad hair, and scaring Sex and The City's Mr. Big aka Chris Noth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

3: Memorial Day w/ comedians Jill Kimmel and Jaclyn Marfuggi 02.06.2016

Rachael and her comedian friends Jill and Jaclyn talk touring overseas, divorce, and having family in the mafia. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2: That One Time w/ Jaclyn Marfuggi 31.05.2016

Comedian Jaclyn Marfuggi is here to discuss stand up, awkward audition stories, and that time Rachael seemed like a b*tch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1: There Goes The Neighborhood 30.05.2016

"Be Here for A While" is a comedic look into the world as Rachael and her notable comedian and entertainment industry friends see it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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