The Nightly

KP Parker and Jacquis Neal welcome Nora from Chicago into the pillow fort to unpack her viral “fried chicken breakup” — and the strange new world of AI-generated texts and post-long-term-relationship dating. What You’ll Hear The Fried Chicken Breakup: Nora recounts how a playful text about Hatch’s fried chicken audio turned into a ChatGPT breakup message — and the internet went wild. Text or Talk?...

KP Parker and Josh Gondelman welcome comedian and self-proclaimed cozy queen Shelby Wolstein into the pillow fort for a spirited debate on duvets, quilts, and the Swedish sleep method. What You’ll Hear The Cozy Code: Shelby reveals her full-time commitment to comfort — from projector screens in every room to her horizontal lifestyle philosophy. Santa, Why?: The trio compares childhood Santa confus...

Josh Gondelman and Sophia Wilson Pelton try to remember the plot of The Lion King—with wildly mixed results.  What You'll Hear: Do You Remember?: Sophia attempts to reconstruct the plot of The Lion King from memory, while Josh gently fills in the blanks (and corrects some truly ambitious guesses).  Hakuna Matata (Kind Of): Along the way, they discuss live-action lions, dad catchphrases,...

KP Parker and Josh Gondelman trade holiday secrets and karaoke wisdom in this cozy listener-advice special.  What You’ll Hear: Traditions, Unwrapped: From blackout curtains to blackout window paint, the hosts get real about family rituals and the joy of making (and breaking) new ones. Elf on the Shelf? Absolutely Not: KP and Josh draw a firm line on mischievous elves — and offer gentler, lowe...

Josh Gondelman and Sophia Wilson Pelton scroll through the internet’s coziest corners. What You'll Hear: Listener Love: Josh and Sophia remind Nightly fans that they want to hear your questions and goodnight messages—because communication is a two-way street, even at bedtime. Home Sweet Nest: Sophia shares her nesting adventures and the fine line between “adult décor” and “sensual tapestry bedroom...

Jacquis Neal and Sophia Wilson Pelton host a full house in the pillow fort, joined by writer and comedian Peyton Dix for a night of cozy chaos and wild inventions.  What You’ll Hear: Sleepover Revival: The trio mourns the loss of adult sleepovers and debate the merits of firm mattresses, floor mats, and sleeping “like a mummy.” Bad Business Bonanza: Everyone takes turns pitching half-baked bu...

Jacquis Neal and Matt Bragg stay up late with writer and cultural critic Ira Madison III for a dreamy deep dive into soap operas and the fine art of an afternoon nap. What You’ll Hear: From “The Floor” to the Pillow: Ira shares behind-the-scenes stories from his stint on the trivia show The Floor, and why losing on TV was still a win. Naps, Novels, and Nightcaps: The trio trade cozy talk about the...

KP Parker and Kristen Meinzer welcome comedian Moshe Kasher for an episode full of bedtime grievances, bad furniture, and deep love for Star Trek: The Next Generation .  What You’ll Hear: Beam Me to Bedtime: Moshe reveals his sleep routine, complete with nightly comfort from LeVar Burton and the utopian calm of ‘90s-era Star Trek. Mouth Guards & Mini Skirts: The hosts trade sleep complain...

Sophia Wilson Pelton and Kristen Meinzer unwrap their Spotify Wrapped — and their subconscious minds. What You'll Hear: Wrapped & Revealed: Sophia confronts the hard truth of her “listening age” (74!) and Kristen reflects on a year of Minnesota mentions. Turns out, our hosts have their own Hatch Wrapped surprises too. Dreams Decoded: Kristen dreams of a mystery celebrity who might just be her...

Kristen Meinzer and Josh Gondelman trade sleepy animal facts and royal trivia. What You'll Hear: Birthday Blues: Josh reveals that all racehorses share the same birthday—and Kristen connects the dots to royal “official” birthdays (plus, who in the monarchy would win a dance-off). Egg-laying Oddballs: From platypuses to echidnas, they marvel at the rare mammals that lay eggs—and how Australia seems...

KP Parker and Matt Bragg welcome comedian Deanna Ortiz (host of Hatch’s Crime For Bed podcast) for a true-crime bedtime story ripped from reality TV headlines.  What You’ll Hear Spam Calls & Scams: With Jen Shah freshly released from prison, Deanna walks KP and Matt through the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star’s infamous telemarketing scheme — and how a life of luxury unraveled on c...

KP Parker and Sophia Wilson Pelton host a slumber party with Joel Kim Booster. Spotify Wrapped & Sleep Trapped: Joel reveals his top artists (and what activity they soundtrack), plus how his new sleep apnea diagnosis is changing his life. Festive Film Debate: The trio decides whether they’d rather star in a Hallmark romance or a Christmas action flick— there are strong opinions when iconograph...

KP Parker and Jacquis Neal debate the dreamiest worlds—cartoon or sci-fi.  What You'll Hear: Rewatch Report: KP’s deep in a 30 Rock rewatch, while Jacquis recalls his love for Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.   Sci-Fi Real Talk: From Minority Report tech nightmares to Men in Black memory wipes, they imagine which fictional futures they could actually survive.  Would You Rather?: The duo...

Kristen Meinzer and Jacquis Neal plan a dream theme park getaway. What You'll Hear: Pets vs. Pillow Space: Kristen confesses to being pet-free, while Jacquis lays down his law—love the animals, but not in his bed. Destination Dollywood: From Disney parks to Six Flags, Jacquis has done it all—but his dream vacation leads straight to Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain wonderland. Rides, Rhinestones &...

Matt Bragg and Sophia Wilson Pelton compare notes on pop culture, pizza nights, and nostalgia. What You'll Hear: Movie Nights & Memories: Sophia revisits Wicked (part two, less magical), while Matt celebrates ten years of love with pizza, Russell Crowe, and a surprisingly great cinema deal. Across the Pond Pop Talk: From British rom-coms to Jimmy Fallon’s Scottish adventure, they swap cultural...

Jacquis Neal and Sophia Wilson Pelton swap schoolyard stories, time-travel hypotheticals, and gratitude in this cozy, candlelit episode.  What You’ll Hear: The School Liar: From fake FUBU jerseys to celebrity dads in Oregon, the hosts revisit the harmless fibs and funny fabrications of childhood. Do-Overs & What-Ifs: A reflective chat about the tricky temptation of getting a second c...

Kristen Meinzer and Sophia Wilson Pelton revisit the magic of slumber parties—and celebrate TV’s eternal queen. What You’ll Hear Sleepover stories: Kristen and Sophia trade childhood memories of VHS tapes, Disney classics, and all-night living-room hangouts. Kristen’s Corner—Betty White edition: A cozy deep dive into the life and legacy of the original First Lady of Television—from The Mary Tyler...

Josh Gondelman and KP Parker trade cozy chaos for pop culture analysis, diving into bad TV, good albums, and the joy of LA traffic.  What You’ll Hear Jolly Good Vibes: KP reports back from a week of board games, dog kisses, and library errands, while Josh recounts a night at Natalie Palamides’ surreal one-woman show. All’s Fair (in Camp and Court): KP gives a full review of Ryan Murphy’s new...

KP Parker and Jacquis Neal swap bedtime confessions and movie memories. What You'll Hear: Snore Patrol: The hosts debate whether snoring is secretly soothing — and if grandpa’s house sounds should be the next Hatch sleep track. Sheet Dreams: KP admits it’s time for new bedding, while Jacquis makes a case for the humble top sheet (and the two-blanket lifestyle). Do You Remember?: A cozy recap of Th...

Kristen Meinzer and Jacquis Neal test their pop culture recall—game show style. What You'll Hear: Pop Culture Pop Quiz: Kristen and Jacquis swap stories about their favorite trivia nights, game show appearances, and why “Pop Culture Jeopardy” might be their true calling. Movie Memory Match: The duo dives into a round of Movie Memory, naming as many Robert De Niro films as they can—from Goodfellas...

Kristen Meinzer and Josh Gondelman host a literary slumber party for the ages. What You'll Hear Guest List Goals: Kristen and Josh imagine which book characters they’d invite to their dream pillow fort—complete with chaos, cat hats, and a few smoldering grudges. Reading Between the Lines: Kristen leans into the dramatic with Miss Havisham and Gatsby himself, while Josh brings along Jordan Baker an...

Matt Bragg and Josh Gondelman trade office gossip, trolley rage, and sticker envy in a night of good-natured grievances.  What You’ll Hear Office Life, Lightly: Matt sets up his new workspace and confesses that “research” mostly involves Oasis documentaries and doodling. Halloween Mix-Ups: Josh and his wife go as the Gallagher brothers—only to be mistaken for Run-DMC—and redeem the night with...

Sophia Wilson Pelton, Jacquis Neal, and Kristen Meinzer build a pillow fort worthy of pop-culture dreams. Scroll for You: Sophia takes everyone down a cozy TikTok rabbit hole—from DIY “pillow nests” to Mariah Carey’s wrinkle-free sleep hacks. The verdict: fun, yes; scientifically sound, maybe not. Catching Z’s with the Stars: The trio revisits Ziwe’s interview with New York’s most club-hopping may...

Josh Gondelman and Matt Bragg swap rejection stories and reward points wisdom. What You’ll Hear Setbacks & small wins: Matt reflects on missing out on a big TV job—then landing a pie sponsorship instead. Josh shares how he handles professional letdowns (and why sometimes he just blames everyone else’s taste). Broken boilers & bad flights: The hosts trade tales of household chaos, customer...

KP Parker and Matt Bragg trade sleep tips, ancient mysteries, and mid-air confidence. What You’ll Hear Cozy Confessions: KP’s sleep posture rebellion meets Matt’s electric-blanket enlightenment. The Voynich Vortex: A centuries-old manuscript that makes zero sense—but somehow still begs for a tattoo. Pilot Dreams: Matt’s convinced he could land a plane (with autopilot, obviously), while KP wonders...