Life is Short with Justin Long

Craig Ferguson (The Late Late Show) and Justin talk about what made his late night hosting style so unique, how he found sobriety at age 29, why he has continued to do standup comedy over the years and how the punk rock era of the '70s and '80s influenced how he approaches life. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on...

The guys discuss Justin’s recent appearance at Kevin Smith’s Smodcastle theater for a Tusk screening, and all the fun little gifts and letters he received from fans. Then they debate what the loser of their football season betting should have to do (unfortunately the ring of hair is out). Then we read a letter from an Ohio school teacher named Franny asking the guys if they’ve ever decided to pivo...

Chef Daniel Humm (Eleven Madison Park) and Justin talk about what inspired his groundbreaking decision to turn the famed New York restaurant Eleven Madison Park to an all-vegan menu, how Covid sparked the creation of his charity Rethink Food and how a bad bike accident changed the direction of his life. Check out Rethink Food here: https://www.rethinkfood.org/ Listen to Life is Short on the Wonder...

The guys both let out a collective sigh about Aaron Rodgers tearing his Achilles Heel during the first Jets game of the season. Then Justin recounts the paranormal experience he and Kate had at the historic Red Lion Inn in Massachusetts. Then we read a letter from Chelsea who listens to the pod while working as a massage therapist, her Would You Rather asks whether we’d rather lick a port-o-potty...

Elle King (Come Get Your Wife) and Justin talk about her life as a touring musician (with a 2-year-old in tow), what she learned from her famous comedian father Rob Schneider, and how she first started playing music. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or S...

The guys talk about the awkward encounters Justin had at Tanglewood, and the unfortunate events that occurred while he was mowing his lawn. Christian talks about how he feels nostalgic around his birthday and he recounts memories of playing Black Jack with millionaires in Vegas (Happy birthday Chrit!). A listener named Wyatt writes in and sparks a debate about whether Uncle Sam is a real person…(S...

Mike Love (The Beach Boys) and Justin talk about the formation of the seminal rock band The Beach Boys, how they had both a friendship and friendly competition with The Beatles, and what it’s like to still be touring into his 80s.  Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App,...

The guys catch up about Christian’s experience at PorchFest this year, the annual Connecticut tradition where bands set up stages on neighborhood porches (and how Christian didn’t move from his porch the whole time). Justin recounts the walk down memory lane he and Kate had after having Hibachi at the Sakura Japanese restaurant in Westport, CT. Then we read a letter from Kathy about how afternoon...

Dr. Lee Berger (Cave of Bones) and Justin talk about his long and illustrious career as a paleoanthropologist, what it’s like to venture into claustrophobic caves of South Africa in search of the remains of proto-human Homo naledi, and what motivates him to put himself through extremes for his work. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all...

The guys discuss the season finale of The Bachelorette and how happy they are that Charity picked the guy they wanted her to, and Christian explains what lessons he learned after making an 8-year-old girl cry at a pool party. We read a letter from a listener named Kelsey from Maui about how Justin inspired her to secretly record her grandmother (and her boyfriend) via the voice memo app. Finally,...

James Blunt (Who We Used To Be) and Justin talk about how his hit “You’re Beautiful” rocketed him to international fame back in the early 2000s, how he navigates online haters using his own brand of self-deprecating humor and the motivation and meaning behind his most recent album “Who We Used To Be.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co...

The guys catch up after some time apart and both have Aaron Rodgers and the show “Hard Knocks” on their minds (they don’t both have to have the same Shortlist!), and Justin recounts his very Dawson’s Creek experience visiting Kate’s hometown and meeting her high school boyfriend. A listener named Brandon writes in the share his excitement about the Jets season, asks about the guys’ experience goin...

Jake Johnson (New Girl, Stumptown) tells Justin about the wild experience he had filming an action movie with Tom Cruise and he reminisces about the hilarious performances that Justin delivered on New Girl. (This episode originally aired on Aug 25, 2020) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The guys discuss the latest Bachelorette episode and which guy they’re rooting for, then Justin talks about how he and Kate got force fed calamari by a regular with her bare hands at a local bar. We read a letter from a listener names Justin (NOT Jason) that makes a case for morning sex vs. afternoon sex. Finally, Stacy from St. Louis calls in to talk about how great it is to be a mail carrier. Se...

Lisa Lampanelli (The Howard Stern Show) and Justin talk about her first time doing the Friars Club Roast of Chevy Chase and her long career as an insult comic, why she decided to retire from standup comedy and how freeing it is to try new things without a goal or end game in mind.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no...

The guys discuss the sad passing and the legacy of Pee-wee Herman (aka Paul Reubens), who was a huge influence on their childhood. Justin shares the hilarious People article with a headline about how he and Kate ate rancid meat (slow news day much?), then he brings us a disturbing story about manatee behavior. We read a letter from Becky in Michigan who has a possible solution for Justin’s groundh...

Bobby Bones (The Bobby Bones Show) and Justin talk about his tumultuous upbringing in Arkansas, how he built his radio empire from scratch, and what it was like to track down and finally meet his estranged father after 30 years.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The guys suffer through Happy’s dog farts while they discuss how Justin and Kate ate rancid meat and lived to tell the tale, then Christian recounts how he said something awkwardly sexual in the presence of some manly bros. We read a letter from Courtney about that one time Justin touched her shoulder after Seminar on Broadway, plus she offers a WYR about whether they’d want to receive a complimen...

John Cho (Troublemaker, Praise Petey) and Justin talk about how he moved to the U.S. from Korea at the age of 6, his book Troublemaker about the Korean experience of the LA Riots, how he got into acting and the lasting impact of his small role in “American Pie.” (This interview was recorded on July 7) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co...

The guys discuss the psychology behind why high-pitched buzzing noises are so excruciating, and Christian reveals that he watched Justin’s episode of Keeping Up With The Kardashians. Then we read a letter from Alyssa who learned about the word queef from listening to the show, and she asks a Back To The Future-themed WYR. Finally, Chelsea from Minnesota leaves a voicemail offering up both high bro...

Andrew Rannells (Girls, Uncle of the Year) and Justin talk about his new book of essays “Uncle of the Year,” about his early days as an up-and-coming Broadway actor in New York City and how he was almost outed by an audience member on the Ricki Lake Show. This interview was recorded on 6/28. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#...

The guys both have a lot to say about the Indiana Jones franchise, Justin visits a farm that makes him feel better about eating dairy and he recounts another chapter of the woodchuck versus garden saga. Then we read a letter from a fan who works for Trader Joe’s, and they give us some insight into why their cashiers always seems to ask somewhat personal questions while you’re checking out. Finally...

Ellie Kemper (Bridesmaids, The Office) and Justin find out they have very similar excitable energy as they discuss her new podcast “Born To Love,” the lasting impact of “Bridesmaids” and why it’s way more than just a “chick flick” (what does that even mean anyway?) and how they see the world differently now that they’re in their 40s.  Check out Ellie's podcast  Born To Love ! See Privacy...

The guys both have Berkshire tales to tell, including the physical side effects of having too much fun at Tanglewood and the benefits of opting for the cheap seats for a Pittsfield production of Cabaret. Then, the guys read a letter from Sarah that goes down a Wilford Brimley rabbit hole that turns into a debate about the scariest movies. Finally, a voicemail from Cheyenne in Portland asks if the...

Ana Gasteyer (SNL, American Auto) and Justin talk about how social media apps are changing comedy, her newest show American Auto, how she became part of (arguably) the best cast of Saturday Night Live, and how her iconic NPR ladies sketch “Schweddy Balls” almost didn’t make it to TV.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do...