The Nightly

Sophia Wilson Pelton and Kristen Meinzer bundle up and dive into the latest Nightly Book Club session — complete with snow pants, baklava mix-ups, and a few murder plots that go down easy. What You’ll Hear: Cozy Layers & Confessions: Kristen embraces pants-over-pants season while Sophia perfects the art of the double beanie. Reality, Rewritten: Kristen reviews 'Cue the Sun! The Invention of Re...

Josh Gondelman and Jacquis Neal unwind in the pillow fort and debate the bedtime reading life. What You’ll Hear: Page Turners & Pillow Talk: Josh admits he’s fallen out of his nighttime reading rhythm, while Jacquis recalls the summer book reports that ended his literary era. Screen Time Defense: The two make a strong, funny case for television as an art form — equal parts emotional and educat...

KP Parker and Sophia Wilson Pelton unpack the latest season of The Traitors—with game theories, cast critiques, and a few middle school confessions along the way. What You’ll Hear: Attention Bone Energy: KP remembers her theatrical teen years, when a sprained ankle became a stage for attention. Fixing The Traitors: The duo pitches improvements to the hit show—from giving challenges real stakes to...

Kristen Meinzer and Jacquis Neal stay up late to unpack the 2026 Golden Globes — from surprise wins to sleepy reactions. What You’ll Hear: Buzzing at Bedtime: Jacquis shares what it’s like seeing himself in a national TV ad during the Globes (and how it felt to be “text-famous” overnight). Globes Highlights & Head-Scratchers: The hosts revisit Nikki Glaser’s sharp monologue, unexpected wins fo...

Matt Bragg and KP Parker share some questionable business ideas — and one that might actually work. What You’ll Hear: Paint Gutter Panic: KP unveils her latest invention, a wall-painting “system” that involves pouring entire gallons of paint down your walls. Oil Jello & Other Mistakes: From recycling hacks to olive oil Jell-O shots, the duo somehow stumbles onto a million-dollar idea. The Back...

Sophia Wilson Pelton scrolls for Josh Gondelman and KP Parker. Together they discuss indie sleaze playlists, celebrity drama, Sophia being a prophet, and the most legendary fan accounts on the internet: Club Chalamet. What You’ll Hear: Indie Sleaze Forever: KP hosts the perfect throwback New Year’s party—until a guest hijacks her playlist with five minutes of “woman screaming.” Club Chalamet &...

Matt Bragg and Josh Gondelman catch up over a pint for the Sunday Pub Chat. What You’ll Hear: New Year, Old Habits: Josh is feeling refreshed, while Matt’s still in Christmas lag—both united by leftover chocolate and gentle self-deprecation. The World’s Slowest Roadwork: Matt discovers a bridge project taking longer than the Eiffel Tower, the Titanic, and possibly human history. Trivia Night Troub...

Kristen Meinzer, Jacquis Neal, and KP Parker swap stories about feeling ancient at teen-heavy concerts before turning their attention to Kristen’s never-ending battle with post–New Zealand jet lag. What You’ll Hear: Concert Crowd Check: Kristen recounts her surprising Lorde concert experience (and what it’s like realizing you’re the oldest one in the room). Phone-Free Dreams: The crew talks concer...

Matt Bragg and Josh Gondelman time-travel to 2002 and revisit the infamous “Tuck Rule” game — the snowy, rule-bending NFL moment that launched the Patriots dynasty and infuriated the rest of America. What You’ll Hear: Sick Day Energy: Matt braves a heroic cold (with full dramatic flair) while Josh celebrates dodging New York’s winter flu. The Tuck Rule Explained: Josh brings Matt deep into the Pat...

Kristen Meinzer and Jacquis Neal gear up for awards season with a cozy 2026 Golden Globes preview. What You’ll Hear: Globe Gossip: Kristen and Jacquis break down the quirks, chaos, and champagne-soaked history of the Golden Globes. Movie Matchups: Which 2026 nominees have the buzz, the drama, and the star power to win big? Hot Takes & Hopefuls: From “Sinners” supremacy to Wicked fatigue, they...

KP Parker and Kristen Meinzer take a stroll through sequel chaos and hobby inspiration. What You'll Hear: Sequel Struggles: KP and Kristen debate the confusing world of movie naming—from Wicked: For Good to Rise of the Planet of the Apes—and wonder, does “Dawn” really come before “Rise”? Hotline Highlights: Listener Kelly from Chicago joins to ask how to talk about hobbies when yours feel, well, o...

Jacquis Neal and KP Parker trade quarter-zips, jewelry, and spooky theater stories. What You’ll Hear: Horror, Live and In Person: Jacquis raves about a stage adaptation of Paranormal Activity that manages to scare even seasoned theater lovers. Snooze or Choose – Fashion Edition: From quarter zips to crew necks, the hosts debate which cozy layers earn a bedtime “choose.” Speed Listeners Anonymous:...

Sophia Wilson Pelton and Jacquis Neal face the universal truth: some days, you just feel ugly. What You'll Hear: Glow Up Philosophy: Sophia confesses her “ugly attack,” and the two unpack pimple patches, hair grow-out humility, and the surprising joy of subtle concealer. Spooning Logic: The duo play “Spoon, Snore, or Shove on the Floor” starring Shrek, Paddington Bear, and the Grinch (and later, a...

Kristen Meinzer and Matt Bragg swap travel tales and TV obsessions, from small-town holiday cheer to cozy British mysteries. What You’ll Hear Summer Christmas in New Zealand: Kristen recounts her trip to the South Island, complete with chicken cuddles, Santa in shorts, and Married at First Sight marathons with her mother-in-law. Travel Confessions: Matt shares his love-hate relationship with tropi...

KP Parker and Matt Bragg trade life hacks, from chaotic shoe collections to the eternal quest for perfect bubbles. What You’ll Hear Poster-Worthy Wisdom: KP’s new mantra — “Bubbles are for outside, still water’s for inside” — replaces an unfortunate dancing slogan. The Shoe Situation: Matt confesses his slipper addiction and shoe rack woes; KP brainstorms hacks that quickly escalate into… a dedica...

Josh Gondelman and Sophia Wilson Pelton spiral (gently) into their Roman Empires — from Ben Affleck’s back tattoo to the golden age of romance novels. What You’ll Hear The Perfect Sunday: Josh recounts an unreasonably wholesome day of stoop sales, karaoke, and ice cream — proof that friendship is the cure for all existential dread. Gone Girl and the Hat That Broke Hollywood: A deep dive into Ben A...

KP Parker and Sophia Wilson Pelton swap book reviews, survival trivia, and the world’s wildest sports — from greased poles to squirrel suits. What You’ll Hear The Book Club with Range: Sophia finishes The Road, KP finishes a “total stinker,” and both debate whether award-stickers actually mean anything. Adrenaline Dreams: From Red Bull Games to slack-lining crushes, the hosts confess which extreme...

Kristen Meinzer and Josh Gondelman cozy up with an unexpected bedtime story — and yes, it involves Amish romance. What You’ll Hear Hats Off to Small Wins: From finishing big projects to finally hitting “record,” the hosts celebrate the satisfaction of simply doing the thing. Return to Intercourse: Kristen reads from the Amish romance novella she wrote in a week — complete with barn accidents, bugg...

Sophia Wilson Pelton and Josh Gondelman scroll through the week’s oddest online moments — from reality TV memoirs to confusing family photo shoots. What You’ll Hear Trader Joe’s Therapy: Why running errands with friends is the new brunch — and how to make it count as “quality time.” Siblings or Dating?: Sophia presents a truly baffling maternity photoshoot that tests the limits of human closeness....

KP Parker and Matt Bragg hop in the pop culture time machine and take a spin back to the mid-’90s. What You’ll Hear: Book Titles for Your Life: KP’s “Oh, the Places You’ll Flow” meets Matt’s “All the Light We Cannot See” (with some real-world electrical issues). Cool Guy Olympics: KP revisits the golden age of the X Games and Tony Hawk’s legendary 900, a.k.a. when skateboarding met superstardom. B...

Sophia Wilson Pelton and Matt Bragg dream up their ultimate unplugged vacation — one that’s equal parts mountain spa, lakeside reading nook, and zero beach sand. What You’ll Hear: First-Class Fantasies: From fake airline upgrades to the ethics of taking a cash bribe to give up your seat, Sophia and Matt share their funniest travel theories. The Unplugged Itinerary: Together they plan a dream getaw...

KP Parker welcomes comedian Deanna Ortiz back to the pillow fort for another edition of “Crime for Bed.” What You’ll Hear: The Gambling Nuns – Sister Mary Margaret and Sister Lana’s Vegas double life. Twenty Years of Embezzlement – How $800,000 vanished from a Catholic school. The Fall & the Fallout – Parents, audits, and an 80-year-old nun facing prison. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome & tea ta...

Jacquis Neal and Sophia Wilson Pelton air some nighttime grievances — from missing TV theme songs to buses that never, ever arrive on time. What You’ll Hear: This Is 40 (Almost): Jacquis returns to basketball and baseball after a short break, and his body promptly reminds him of his age — with love and soreness. Bring Back the Theme Song: A heartfelt ode to the lost art of TV intros, from Fresh Pr...

Kristen Meinzer and Jacquis Neal open the Nightly Hotline to help Maddie from Los Angeles navigate post-breakup concert ticket drama (and maybe get a little petty) . What You’ll Hear: Hotline Open: Maddie calls in with a question that’s equal parts financial and emotional — should she charge her ex for the concert ticket she bought before the breakup? Petty or Peaceful?: Kristen and Jacquis offer...

Step into Kristen’s Corner with Kristen Meinzer and Josh Gondelman, where the pillow fort turns into a royal court. What You’ll Hear: America’s Royal Couple 101 – How Taylor & Travis became tabloid staples with staying power. More Than PR – From charity work to speaking out, why their influence goes beyond image. Swift-onomics – How the Eras Tour boosted economies like a royal wedding. Royal T...