Senior Superlatives with Greta Titelman

Podcaster and writer Carolina Barlow joins Greta in sharing the same graduating year and talks about growing up young, wild and free in Malibu. In a shocking twist, we finally have a guest who confesses they peaked in high school and argues that there is such a thing as good sex in high school. Carolina also reveals she was runner-up three times; for homecoming queen, prom queen, and the superlati...

It's our 50th EPISODE! This week we celebrate a podcast milestone with none other than Mr. Headgum Himself, Amir Blumenfeld. He takes us through the journey of coming to the valley of Los Angeles from Israel as a young kid to becoming a relentless prankster in 2001. We put some of Amir's abstract theories to the test and hear the Norm MacDonald joke he used as his senior quote. Plus... a Classmate...

Comedian, actor, and writer Will Miles joins Greta to talk about graduating high school in 2001, just before the you-know-what. From being an assistant DJ at an arts school in Chicago, to getting drunk at a strip club for the first time at 16, followed by wanting to marry and settle down with all of his girlfriends... this episode takes many twists and turns! Plus, a heartwarming apology from a Cl...

Iconic comedian and pro-podcaster Paul F. Tompkins joins Greta to throw it back to 1986 in this historic episode. They get into the universal and timeless urge teens have to be liked, their shared love of Mini Coopers, and Paul talks about watching his girlfriend go to Prom with another guy. Plus, a truly harrowing Classmate's Corner submission that leaves Greta and Paul wishing they got to "die"....

Fellow Headgum podcaster Emily Gonzalez joins the podcast to talk about how un-formative (but later revealed to be formative) high school was for her. She describes it as "doing high school", but having a lot going on on the side. From having a long-distance Summer camp boyfriend to being a full-time ballerina, and taking pretty much only AP classes at an academic magnet school.. there is a lot to...

Writer, podcaster, and fashion entrepreneur Erin Foster joins Greta to talk about her Malibu-to-Switzerland high school journey and all the drama in between. Together they talk through the nationality-based cliques of boarding school, funding a virginity-losing trip to Milan, and Erin redeems herself from her "mean girl" past. Plus, a truly harrowing Classmate Corner submission!   Listen to Erin's...

Comedian and writer Fumi Abe joins Greta on this episode to take us through the maze of his high school life from being an athlete, to musical performer, to being too cool for his band-nerd crush. This giggly episode of the cliche movie high school experience in Ohio concludes in the formation of Greta and Fumi's new emo pop band! What a journey. Plus, we hear a classmate's corner about the impact...

Fellow Headgum podcaster and comedian EJ Marcus joins Greta this week with a harrowing age difference. They discuss EJ's foray into high school theatre and being part of a feminist tap dance team, how the "cool kids" in Portland are just outdoorsy, and how easy it was to get out of being grounded. Plus, a rare apology in the Guidance Counselor's office! Listen to EJ and co-host Shelby Wolstein on...

Comedian Solomon Georgio joins the podcast to relive Summer '99 when he ran away from Seattle to Los Angeles before his senior year. He also talks about his monochromatic khaki style and running for class president 3 times in hopes of changing the world. Plus, Greta joins in a big F.U. with a Classmate Corner submission about the NJ public school system!   Listen to Solomon's own podcast, The Juic...

Comedian and host of Headgum's Keeping Records podcast Shelby Wolstein joins Greta in kinship of being equally apathetic high school students. Shelby recounts her brushes with the high school justice system of Honor Council, strategizing with the administrative power players to get out of trouble, and accidentally wearing a bridal gown to prom. She also has the most Superlatives of anybody who's a...

Comedian, writer, and virtual Bratz doll Nori Reeds joins the podcast to reminisce on being an emo kid who wore Happy Bunny and grew up in Christian County, KY. Plus... Nori reveals what her Mission Trip to Costa Rica was all about and why she had to let her prom date down (hint: they're the opposite reasons).  Knock Knock! If you want the Guidance Counselor (Greta) to give you advice from your hi...

Comedian and fellow Headgum podcaster Jon Gabrus joins Greta to talk about his beach boy lifestyle in Long Island, group masturbation, and being best friends with the cafeteria staff to get the hook up on school food. Plus, we discover the origin of the word "scumbag"... finally! Get tickets to Greta's show in LA on August 5th at  The Hollywood Improv ! Watch Jon's and Adam Pally's new show on tru...

Writer and Pop Culture Commentator Carey O'Donnell joins Greta to bond over geometry being Kimpossible, being a Swimmer in high school because it was convenient for his parents' schedules, and drawing intricate haute couture gowns only to later flush them down the toilet! Plus, find out what he and Duchess Meghan Markle had in common growing up. Listen to Carey's own podcast, Sexy Unique Podcast!...

British stand-up comedian and Host London Hughes joins Greta to educate us about growing up in England and the differences of Secondary School vs. High School. They also discuss London's fascination with American media, writing herself into Frasier and Fresh Prince fanfiction, and auditioning for Big Brother UK. Plus, Greta's Guidance Counselor finally gets a name! Type "London Hughes" into Netfli...

Comedian and superstar writer Sudi Green joins Greta to bond over both having tooth trauma and realizing she might've actually been the school bully. Plus, the revelation of her TWO senior superlatives.. one of which actually came true! Watch this, and all episodes of, Senior Superlatives with Greta Titelman here.   Follow Greta: Twitter: @gertie_bird Instagram: @gertiebird TikTok: @gertie_bird Fo...

Comedian and Cartoonist Mo Welch joins Greta to talk about hitting an intense growth-spurt in high school while having to wear her grandma's clothes, drinking in the woods of suburban Illinois, and being in love with Elijah Wood. Plus, a special show-and-tell of Mo's homemade prom dress inspired by There's Something About Mary! Go see Mo on tour and buy her book, How to Die Alone: The Foolproof Gu...

Pop culture expert and NY Times Bestselling author Danny Pellegrino joins Greta for a stroll down memory lane of 2004 celebrity gossip, bond over Catholic guilt, and celebrate his TWO senior superlatives! Plus, a call to action for Hollywood to bring horniness back to tv and movies. Buy Danny's book "How Do I Unremember This?" and listen to his podcast Everything Iconic! Watch this, and all episod...

Everybody's favorite comedian Naomi Ekperigin joins Greta to talk about going to the school that inspired Gossip Girl (Dalton), convincing her Prom date (and his mom) that he should wear basketball shorts to Prom, and the feeling of painted silver pants in the early 2000s. Plus, she doubles down on her 16th Birthday party guest list! Watch Naomi's half-hour special on Netflix. Listen to her podcas...

Comedian and Director with a capital "D" Sandy Honig joins Greta this week to chat about the checker-print fashion to Cake fan pipeline, getting ousted from the Drama Club for being a competitive gymnast, and being too shy to be goth. Plus, they bond over their affinity for Gingers! Watch Sandy in Three Busy Debras on HBO Max! Watch this, and all episodes of, Senior Superlatives with Greta Titelma...

Comedian extraordinaire Catherine Cohen joins Greta as they discover the only thing they had in common in high school was drinking blue Hpnotiq! They also discuss connecting to Taylor Swift, being a perfect student, and Greta busts out her personal journal for an entry reading! Listen to Catherine's podcast, Seek Treatment! Watch Catherine's Netflix special, The Twist...? She's Gorgeous.  Watch th...

Liza Treyger (iconic Comedian and fellow Headgum Podcaster) joins Greta to talk about the scents of 2005, all the teenage firsts, and the importance of purple Uggs. Plus, find out how Oprah is responsible for ending Liza's superstar swim career! Listen to Liza's podcast Enemies on Headgum. Watch all episodes of Senior Superlatives on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdrN9XG5lzr5GnaOJFv3I8...

Comedian Ali Macofsky takes us alllllll the way back to 2013 to talk about the difference between dirty girls and stinky girls, being nominated for Prom Queen, and favorite high school snacks. Plus, the return of the ever-present evil drama teacher! Listen to Ali's podcast, Resting Bitch. Watch all episodes of Senior Superlatives at  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdrN9XG5lzr5GnaOJFv3I8g Follow...

Comedian and Grand Crew actor Carl Tart joins Greta to talk about how busy he was in high school being a saxophonist and an athlete, going to teen clubs, sliding into Myspace DMs in 2006 only to later pick the fellas at lunch over her, and dressing like LeBron for prom. Plus, tons of shout outs from Carl. Watch this, and all other episodes of Senior Superlatives, on YouTube: https://www.youtube.co...

Actress Sarah Ramos (Winning Time) joins Greta on this week's episode to discuss the nuances of Orange County towns, being obsessed with pop culture, pretending to be deeper than you actually are at 17, and rejecting boys in order to make them fall in love with us! You can listen to "Zaddy" on Audible Original starting May 5th! Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/yEcYk_1yFHA   Follow Gre...

Comedian Holmes joins Greta to talk about moving from Nebraska to Florida during high school, not-quite-hooking-up with people, having awkward braces, and neurodivergence. Follow Holmes on Instagram @_holmes_holmes. Watch the video version of the podcast here . Follow Greta: Twitter: @gertie_bird Instagram: @gertiebird TikTok: @gertie_bird Follow The Show: Instagram: @seniorsuperlativespod Like th...