Wham Bam Thank You Pam

Pam welcomes fashion legend Steve Madden for a deeply personal conversation about ambition, addiction, creativity, and second chances. From sweeping the basement of a Long Island shoe store to running a global brand, Steve shares the pivotal moments that shaped him—including getting sober, serving time in prison, building his company back stronger, and raising three kids later in life. This episod...

Pam’s guest this week is Sonny Gurule , an animal behaviorist and founder of Clever Canine Academy , who’s gone from training dolphins in Singapore to pampered Miami pups — including Pam’s very own furry madman, Luigi. The two share a hilarious, eye-opening chat about how dolphins inspired Sonny’s approach to dog training, why crate training isn’t cruel, and how most dog problems are actually peop...

This week on Wham Bam Thank You Pam , Pam sits down with stand-up comedian, director, and producer Patrick Holbert , who’s celebrating 17 years sober . Patrick opens up about discovering alcohol in college, the “fun guy” persona that spiraled into arrests and wild stunts (yes, there’s a cockpit story), and the moment a relationship ultimatum finally pushed him toward change. He shares how recovery...

Pam sits down with Erica Jackowitz—former attorney turned co-founder of Roman & Erica and Rêve Travel Club—to unpack what real luxury travel means when your scarcest asset is time. Born from a botched Cabo booking, Erica’s model acts like a personal assistant to your leisure, rejecting cookie-cutter itineraries in favor of five-sense memories: e-biking through Florence instead of riding in an...

In this candid, funny, and refreshingly honest conversation, Pam reconnects with longtime acquaintance Jenny Hutt—lawyer, podcaster, author, entrepreneur, and self-proclaimed “expert connector.” They swap stories about their days in a wild NYC building, the myths and realities of weight loss, learning to love exercise for mental health, and why sharing personal struggles can be a lifeline for othe...

In this solo episode, Pam reflects on nearly three decades without a drink—minus the math error, plus a few weed-fueled detours that landed her in rehab. Twice. From drinking her way through college to vaping into oblivion in Miami, Pam gets brutally honest about losing herself, finding herself, and doing it all over again. There are bad decisions, one-night stands turned spiritual messengers, AA...

This week on Wham Bam Thank You Pam , I sit down with Carla Ondrasik—former music publishing exec turned creative mentor and author of the upcoming book Stop Trying! Carla spent decades helping artists like Barbra Streisand, Mariah Carey, Cher, and her husband (Five for Fighting's John Ondrasik) climb the charts. Now, she’s helping the rest of us ditch the word “try” and start doing. We talk...

Pam sits down with Israeli activist, comedian, and viral content creator Uri Cohen—who proves that fighting antisemitism can be funny, chaotic, and wildly effective. From his start as a hilariously bad IDF medic to launching JewUri (his matchmaking page that’s made actual Jewish babies), Uri shares the outrageous story behind his rise as a digital disruptor. They dive into his controversial clothi...

Today’s guest has defused bombs in war zones, served undercover for the NYPD, and—most impressive of all—dated me. I sit down with Mark DeSimone, a decorated vet and former cop with a jaw-dropping resume and a history of chaos, courage, and second chances. We talk serving in Iraq, addiction, 9/11, naked arrests (yes, really), and what it’s like to be on both sides of the law. From Mad Dog 2020 to...

In this episode of Wham Bam Thank You Pam , Pam sits down with modern abstract artist Julian Castro—who ditched a six-figure engineering gig designing ocean-floor oil systems to paint shirtless in a Miami studio. They talk imposter syndrome, quitting the corporate world, selling your soul (or your painting), and why art might actually be a necessity. From Snoopy closets to cow tipping, it’s an hon...

Pam sits down with Miami nightlife legend Ingrid Casares—club queen, entrepreneur, and the woman who ran the '90s from behind the velvet rope. From co-owning the iconic Club Liquid to partying (and later parenting) through it all, Ingrid opens up about her wild past, her high-profile friendship with Madonna (yes, she’s in that sex book), and what it’s really like to buy celebs blow… while sta...

Pam sits down with Dr. Lee Gibstein, a seasoned South Florida plastic surgeon, for his very first podcast interview. They dive into the rise of Zoom-face panic, Ozempic-induced sagging, and why some patients need a psychiatrist more than a scalpel. From avoiding overfilled faces to turning away unstable clients, Dr. Gibstein dishes out dry humor and brutally honest takes on what’s gone too far in...

Pam Gaslow sits down with the sharp, quirky comedian Olga Namer, who went from modern Orthodox Brooklyn to the comedy spotlight, snagging a win at the 2018 Ladies of Laughter and touring with big-name acts. Olga spills on breaking into stand-up, family drama, dating disasters, and why moving to Florida might be her next terrible idea.  YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@whambampampodcast @pam_...

Pam sits down with Wade Houston—former 10X Health president, mindset mentor, and unapologetic truth-teller—for a raw, no-filter convo on addiction, ego death, and building a life worth waking up early for. They cover everything from getting drugged and robbed by a hooker to baking cookies for AA meetings, the myth of “California sober,” why spiritual routines beat snooze buttons, and what kind of...

Pam Gaslow sits down with veteran divorce attorney Larry Greenberg, who's spent over 30 years watching love implode—legally. They dive into the pettiest courtroom drama, the real reasons couples call it quits, and why prenups might just be the most romantic document you'll ever sign. From emotional warfare to who gets the dog, Larry shares wild stories, sharp insights, and surprisingly h...

On this episode of Wham Bam Thank You Pam, Pam sits down with the wildly talented and refreshingly unhinged Jordana Lilly—actor, singer, ASMR spa founder, and former Disneyland princess. They talk upside-down shampoo bottles, bear language, flaking with flair, back-scratching as a business model, and why $5 is never enough to lick a lollipop and whisper your name. Also: feet. There’s a lot of feet...

Comedian, actor, and artist Brady Matthews joins Pam for a chaotic, hilarious, and slightly inappropriate first-date-that’s-actually-a-podcast. They cover everything from dating disasters and mile-high mayhem to stalkers, stand-up bombs, and sponge trauma. Brady talks about getting passed at The Comedy Store, auditioning for SNL , and why he’s retiring single-guy material for a more “dad” vibe. Pa...

Pam Gaslow gets into it with comedian-slash-rabbi Menachem Silverstein, who went from ultra-Orthodox Brooklyn, where TV and dating were off-limits, to marriage, kids, and the LA comedy scene. They talk starting a synagogue, navigating stereotypes and antisemitism, and the uphill battle of getting laughs in a yarmulke.  YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@whambampampodcast @pam_gaslow @menachems...

Pam Gaslow interviews Megan Nager—actor, comedian, author, content creator, and soon-to-be mom. They discuss Megan’s move from LA to Florida, dating, and meeting her husband on set. When Megan reveals he's converting to Judaism, it sparks a funny discussion about Jewish men. They joke about Megan giving birth mid-show and dive into dating, cultural quirks, and circumcision—all with their sign...

Pam Gaslow interviews Andy Behrman, the author of Electroboy, a memoir detailing his experiences with bipolar disorder, the challenges of seeking help, and the journey of self-discovery through writing. The discussion covers their friendship, the process of writing the book, and the importance of honesty in telling one's story. Andy shares his experiences with ECT, legal troubles related to a...

In this episode of Wham Bam Thank You Pam , Pam is joined by Tania Hudson, a sex and intimacy coach and sexologist from California. Tanya discusses helping individuals and couples with everything from sexual dysfunction to exploring kinks and enhancing intimacy. They talk about the importance of communication in relationships, the role of shame in sexual issues, and how mismatched libido can affec...