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Alison Brie returns to the podcast! She talks about having recently gotten a perm for GLOW, starting strength training for the show and they talk about how well targeted Instagram ads know what they like. Alison also talks about how different all her roles over the years have been, getting into writing and producing and they talk about her new movie Horse Girl, streaming on Netflix February 7th! L...

Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Modern Family, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition) talks about getting the job on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, how working on the show has changed his perspective on life and the challenges of building a house. Jesse also talks about being from New Mexico, when he realized he wanted to be an actor, he talks about the ending of Modern Family and he and his husband’s organizatio...

Jason Belmonte (number one bowler in the world!) chats with Chris about how they finally bowled together after years of trying, they both talk about growing up bowling and Jason talks about how the pro bowling world has changed over the years. Jason also talks about the interesting way he bowls, they talk about how intricate bowling techniques are and Jason talks about dealing with a grueling trav...

Lucy Lawless (Xena Warrior Princess) and Chris chat about why Americans are so obsessed with New Zealand, how she recently Marie Kondo-ed her belongings and their mutual obsession for true crime. She also talks about playing Xena on Xena Warrior Princess, going to small towns to study crimes and her show My Life is Murder on Acorn TV! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...

John Cho (Harold & Kumar, Star Trek) chats with Chris about how terrible house design in the 1970’s was, John talks about how exciting it was to be in Star Trek, and he talks about what it was like moving from South Korea to America as a child. John also talks about becoming an actor and how it can make you feel insecure, they discuss how the world and kids have changed throughout their lifetime a...

Tom Payne (The Walking Dead) chats with Chris about having a crazy beard and hair for The Walking Dead, what it's like working on a show for such a long time and how he got into acting. They also talk about his show Prodigal Son, what intrigued Tom about the story and how he makes sure to stay content and happy with his life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michelle Monaghan (Mission Impossible, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Messiah on Netflix) chats with Chris about how both their houses might be haunted, Michelle talks about how she met her husband and Chris talks about his recent trip to Hawaii. They also talk about how they both love Nashville, their dreams to own farm animals and Michelle’s new show Messiah, streaming now on Netflix! Learn more about you...

Leanne and Steve Ford (Restored by the Fords on HGTV) chats with Chris about how they find it so important to keep the character of the house when they are renovating, how they started renovating houses together and how many houses they work on at the same time. Leanne also talks about working on the show while pregnant, they talk about having fun on set while fixing houses and their new book Work...

Michael Rosenbaum (Smallville) and Chris Sullivan (This It Us) chat with Chris about movies they love, their thoughts on long movies and the new podcast they started together called In Love. They then talk about how they came up with the idea for their podcast, how loving yourself is so important and they open up about mental health.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...

Vince Gilligan returns to the podcast! He and Chris reminisce about Talking Bad, Vince talks about coming up with the plot for El Camino and how hard writing can be at times. He also talks about his early years as a writer, how the character of Walter White changed throughout the seasons of Breaking Bad and how fortunate he feels to have created such an iconic show! Learn more about your ad choice...

Karen Gillan (Doctor Who, Guardians of the Galaxy, Jumanji) chats with Chris about her hectic traveling schedule, her interesting career trajectory and she talks about fun times on set of Jumanji. Karen also talks about making her own films, she educates Chris on local British Pantomines and she discusses all her upcoming projects, including Jumanji: The Next Level! Learn more about your ad choice...

Dax Shepard returns to the podcast for a third time and chats with Chris about Disney auctions, why people love things like Disneyland so much and they get super philosophical. Dax also talks about how different his kids are from each other, his podcast Armchair Expert and what shows they are into right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kristen Bell (The Good Place, Veronica Mars, Frozen) chats with Chris about her love for holiday decorating, she talks about recent pranks her kids have played on her and why she’s so excited about Dax’s podcast. Kristen also talks about how she and Dax parent their kids, how she felt about ending The Good Place and her exceptional gift giving skills! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

Ana Gasteyer (SNL) returns to the podcast! They chat about how they love watching movies on planes, Ana talks about her parenting method and how her kids love to be weird and silly. She also talks about how she quit cigarettes, her process for writing funny song parodies and her upcoming Sugar & Booze tour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Norman Reedus (The Walking Dead, The Boondock Saints) chats with Chris about how younger they seemed when The Walking Dead first started, how the show and characters have evolved over time and recovering from his accident of being hit by a truck. Norman also talks about what he thinks is important in life, dealing with unruly people online and how he deals with family life and fame! Learn more abo...

David Boreanaz (Angel, Buffy, SEAL Team) chats with Chris about redoing his house, how he keeps things to pass down to his children and they reminisce about malls in the 1970s. David then talks about his time working on Bones and Angel, prepping for his role on SEAL Team and growing up in Buffalo, NY! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lake Bell (In A World, Children's Hospital, Bless This Mess) chats with Chris about her love of design, they discuss how hard it is to direct yourself in a movie and going to England to study drama. Lake also talks about how different the auditioning process is in England and America, balancing work and family and her show Bless This Mess! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...

Linda Hamilton (Terminator) talks to Chris about being recognized in public, studying theater when she was younger and developing the character of Sarah Connor. Linda also talks about how she relaxes after working on a movie, moving to New Orleans and she tells stories from the set of Terminator: Dark Fate! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Edward Norton (Fight Club, American History X) chats with Chris about choosing the music for his new movie Motherless Brooklyn, they talk about character development in movies and where the idea for Motherless Brooklyn came from. Edward also talks about his grandfather’s business helping provide affordable housing and he talks about his iconic movies like American History X and Fight Club! Learn m...

Willem Dafoe and Chris talk about the first time he was on the podcast, the making of The Lighthouse and the uniqueness of the story and characters. Willem also talks about his appreciation for yoga, working in the theater and with the Wooster Group and living in Italy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matthew Modine (Full Metal Jacket, Dark Knight Rises, Stranger Things) talks with Chris about promoting projects, his interesting family history and he talks about teaching acting, Chris also talks about his love for Vision Quest, Matthew talks about working with Stanley Kubrick on Full Metal Jacket and he talks about his new movie Miss Virginia, in theaters now! Learn more about your ad choices....

CM Punk returns to the podcast! He chats with Chris about living in Chicago, how he maintains being so athletic and his extensive fighting career. They also talk about how he balances work and personal life, things they both love to collect and his new movie Girl on the Third Floor! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy Eat World chats with Chris about growing up in Arizona, the early days of their band and how their lives changed when they started getting successful. They also talk about being on tour, what they each do to keep sane and their new album Surviving! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Henson returns to the podcast! He and Chris talk about the history of the Henson studios, all the amazing props and creatures that are around the lot and how Farscape is still so popular today. They also talk about how adults continue to love the Henson puppets just like they did as kids, the difference between CG and puppets and the Farscape - Uncharted Territories 20th Anniversary Costume...

Joaquin Phoenix chats with Chris about preparing for his role in Joker, what it was like playing such an emotional character and working with director Todd Phillips. They also talk about how angry spoilers make people, Joaquin talks about the one time he played video games and how he navigates his personal and professional life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices