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Obsessed: The Podcast

The Daily Beast

Obsessed: The Podcast is for those who like their culture pop and their pleasures guilty. Entertainment guru Kevin Fallon and late night TV expert Matt Wilstein, bring you the most dramatic news and interview the biggest celebrities from TV, movies, and that not-so-guilty pleasure you love to binge. Whether it’s a steamy-beyond-steamy kiss, just-dropped trailer, or unhinged social media meltdown: if you love it, we’re Obsessed. New episodes every Thursday and Saturday; early drops on YouTube.

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58:21

How ‘Seinfeld’ Became ‘Torture’ for Larry David:...

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2026/10/23

What makes Larry David one of the most fascinating—and famously difficult—figures in comedy? On this episode of Obsessed, host Matt Wilstein sits down with Blake J. Harris, author of the new authorized biography Emperor of Nothing: The Making of Larry David, to uncover the stories behind the mind that created Seinfeld and Curb Your Enthusiasm. Harris reveals how Larry David’s real-life experiences inspired some of television’s most iconic moments, why his disastrous stint at Saturday Night Live

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47:37

‘SNL’ Alum Nimesh Patel on Trump, Kash Patel, and...

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2026/10/22

Comedian and Emmy-nominated writer Nimesh Patel joins Matt Wilstein on Obsessed: The Podcast for a sharp, hilarious conversation about political comedy, free speech, and the line between provocative humor and controversy. Patel discusses his new Netflix stand-up special, By the Dip, including his jokes about FBI Director Kash Patel, the Trump administration, and why he chose to take on some political targets while leaving others alone. He also reflects on his time writing for Saturday Night Live

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60:37

Judd Apatow on Trump, SNL, and Norm Macdonald

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2026/10/17

#ad Go to ⁠https://zbiotics.com/otp⁠ and use OTP at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics.Judd Apatow chats with Matt Wilstein about his new documentary, Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald, and the complicated, singular comedian at its center. Apatow explains why he chose to let Norm tell his own story through archival footage, stand-up, interviews, and the strange truths hidden inside his fake memoir, before revisiting Norm’s infamous firing from Saturday Night Live and

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43:38

Kathy Griffin Dishes on Trump, Celebs, and Plastic...

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2026/10/15

#ad Go to https://zbiotics.com/otp and use OTP at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics.#ad Get the best deals on Ember at https://Ember.com/otp and let them know Obsessed: The Podcast sent you. Kathy Griffin joins Kevin Fallon on Obsessed to explain why her New Face, New Tour shows can swing from facelift stories and celebrity gossip to a call for political action. She recalls the years she says she was shut out of Hollywood after her infamous Trump photo, the advice

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28:20

’90s Heartthrob Shares Wild Theory About His Own Death

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2026/10/10

Final Destination star Devon Sawa joins Kevin Fallon on Obsessed for a Halloween-season trip through the roles that made him a ’90s crush and a horror icon. He reveals the audience reaction that told him Final Destination was something special, how the movie led Dr. Dre to cast him in Eminem’s Stan video and why Casper still holds a special place in his heart. Sawa also talks about joining fellow ’90s favorite Tiffani Thiessen on the new Freeform series Coven Academy, the nerves he felt before

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32:19

How NSYNC’s Lance Bass REALLY Feels About Joey Fatone

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2026/10/08

NSYNC’s Lance Bass gets candid about his decades-long friendship with Joey Fatone, sharing how the two became inseparable and revealing hilarious behind-the-scenes stories from their time in the boy band, including a tour tradition involving Jack and Coke in water bottles. Plus, Lance spills stories from Cocktail Wars, discusses reconnecting with his former girlfriend Danielle Fishel, weighs in on the latest Dancing With the Stars cast, revisits his canceled space mission, and gives an update on an

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35:03

Why the MAGA Era Motivates This 'Mean Girls' Star

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2026/10/03

Mean Girls star Jonathan Bennett joins Kevin Fallon on Obsessed to spill behind-the-scenes stories about playing Aaron Samuels, his reign as the Gay King of Christmas, and why he’ll never stop embracing his most iconic role. Bennett reveals how coming out transformed his Hollywood career, why he’s doubling down on LGBTQ+ love stories amid today’s political climate, and what it’s like to make history with Hallmark’s groundbreaking gay Christmas movies. Plus, he dishes on joining General Hospital,

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36:36

Anna Camp Talks 'Pitch Perfect,' 'True Blood,' and...

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2026/10/01

Anna Camp is still living in the Pitch Perfect world—and she reveals why the franchise remains such a powerful part of her life, from fans playing the movies’ songs when she walks into restaurants to Steph Curry nervously singing Bruno Mars for her. On Obsessed, Camp joins Kevin Fallon to talk about hosting HGTV’s spooky new series A Very Haunted Renovation, the genuinely eerie experiences she had inside its haunted mansion, her roles in True Blood, You, Scream 7, Good Girls Revolt and The Fall and

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41:38

Dane Cook on ‘Funny Money’ Doc, ‘SNL’ Regrets and More

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2026/09/26

Dane Cook opens up to Matt Wilstein about the shocking story behind his new documentary Funny Money: The Dane Cook Story, which explores how his own half-brother, Darryl, stole millions of dollars from him and disappeared. Cook reveals what it was like to discover the betrayal, the bizarre places the stolen cash was hidden—including $60,000 in empty Bagel Bites boxes—and why he waited more than a decade to tell the full story. He also gets candid about the impact the scandal had on his comedy

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37:01

‘Real Housewives’ Star Breaks Down in Emotional...

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2026/09/24

On this episode of Obsessed, Kevin Fallon sits down with The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star Angie Katsanevas for a candid conversation about the emotional new season, Mary Cosby’s tragic loss, her marriage to Sean, and how her life has changed since joining RHOSLC. Angie reveals what it was really like filming after the death of Mary’s son Robert Jr., opens up about the personal issues playing out in her marriage, and reflects on going from being an outsider on the cast to becoming one of

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45:08

Jeff Garlin Tells All on Larry David, Cheryl Hines,...

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2026/09/19

Jeff Garlin gets candid about his life, career, and the people who shaped him in this revealing conversation with Matt Wilstein. The Curb Your Enthusiasm star opens up about his new photography book, Best Seat in the House, which includes unforgettable shots of Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie, Bruce Springsteen, and many others. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories about Larry David, Stephen Colbert, Richard Lewis, Bob Einstein, Diane Keaton, and Wendi McLendon-Covey, and reflects on his controversial

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42:29

Emmy Winner Reveals Why Obama Was 'Concerned' About Him

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2026/09/17

Emmy and Tony Award-winning comedian, writer, and actor Alex Edelman joins Kevin Fallon to talk about his role in The Paper, the new comedy set in the world of The Office, and the surprising secret behind the original show’s enduring success. Edelman also reveals the unforgettable moment Barack Obama recognized his comedy special Just for Us—and what the former president said to him about it. Plus, Edelman opens up about creating his hilariously clueless character, the state of local journalism, his

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43:44

Leslie Jones Talks Trump, SNL, and ‘Ghostbusters’ Hate

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2026/09/12

Leslie Jones joins Matt Wilstein for a hilarious and candid conversation about her time on Saturday Night Live, her new HGTV series Roast My Rental, and her “I’m Hot” comedy tour. The Emmy-winning comedian opens up about why she left SNL, returning for SNL50, and whether she could ever host the show. Jones also reflects on the intense backlash around the all-female Ghostbusters reboot, her experience being targeted by online trolls (including the recently deported Milo Yiannopoulos), and how Donald

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43:01

How Kristen Johnston Turned Pain Into Comedy Gold

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2026/09/10

Emmy-winning actor Kristen Johnston joins Kevin Fallon on Obsessed to look back on her iconic career, from Third Rock from the Sun and Austin Powers to Mom and her unforgettable role as Lexi Featherston on Sex and the City. Johnston opens up about becoming a viral meme thanks to the legendary “New York City is over” scene, the wild reality of ’90s fame, her friendship with stars including Sarah Jessica Parker and Andy Cohen, and the unaired Absolutely Fabulous pilot she made with Kathryn Hahn. She

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38:20

Why Chevy Chase Actor Feared It Would End His Career

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2026/09/05

In this episode of Obsessed, Matt Wilstein sits down with actor Cory Michael Smith to talk about his new film The Sun Never Sets, working with Dakota Fanning, Jake Johnson, and Joe Swanberg, and the terrifying freedom of improvising an entire movie. Smith also opens up about acclaimed performance as Chevy Chase in Saturday Night, the career-ending fear that came with taking on such an iconic comedian, and the two months he spent studying Chase’s every move. Plus, he reveals what it was like playing

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40:33

The Wild Story Behind O.J. Simpson’s Secret Prank Show

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2026/09/03

What possessed O.J. Simpson to star in Juiced, a hidden-camera prank show that turned his infamous past into entertainment? Kevin Fallon sits down with Rebecca Halpern, executive producer of O.J. Unseen: Exploitation of Evil, to unpack the bizarre and disturbing story behind the 2006 series, its shocking pranks, the people caught in them, and the crew members who have spent years grappling with their involvement. They also explore O.J. Simpson’s enduring celebrity power, America’s obsession with

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33:18

Why ‘Steve Urkel’ Is the Child-Star Success Story

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2026/08/29

Jaleel White is having a major ’90s moment! The beloved Family Matters star joins Kevin Fallon on Obsessed to talk about hosting HGTV’s Totally 90s House, reuniting with fellow ’90s icons including Melissa Joan Hart and the Lawrence brothers, and why nostalgia for the decade is stronger than ever. Jaleel also opens up about the lasting legacy of Steve Urkel and “Did I Do That?,” playing Stefon Urquelle, voicing Sonic the Hedgehog, attending public school while starring on television, life after

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49:41

Rory Kennedy on Trump, RFK Jr., and ‘Freefall’...

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2026/08/27

Oscar-nominated and Emmy-winning documentary filmmaker Rory Kennedy joins Matt Wilstein on Obsessed to discuss her explosive new Netflix documentary, Freefall: A Reckoning for Boeing. Kennedy reveals what she learned from Boeing whistleblowers, the devastating 737 MAX crashes, the Alaska Airlines door-plug blowout, and the tragic death of whistleblower John Barnett—while explaining why she now avoids flying on certain Boeing planes. She also opens up about growing up in the Kennedy family, her late

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46:40

Mo Gilligan on Netflix, Stand-Up and ‘Big Chicken’

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2026/08/22

Comedian and TV presenter Mo Gilligan joins Obsessed The Podcast to talk about his wild new Netflix documentary Big Chicken: A Fast Food Conspiracy, in which he eats fried chicken three times a day for 28 days—and the surprising physical and emotional toll that follows. Mo opens up about the inspiration behind the experiment, the influence of Morgan Spurlock’s Super Size Me, his changing relationship with fast food, and how he overcame major concerns about the experiment’s racial implications. He

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45:51

Summer Blockbusters Joanna Coles is Obsessed With

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2026/08/20

Joanna Coles joins Kevin Fallon for a summer pop culture catch-up, sharing her unfiltered takes on Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Matt Damon and the future of Hollywood movie stars. They also debate Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s celebrity wedding, whether Hollywood glamour is dead, why One Night Only removed its sex scenes, and the best TV shows to binge this summer, including Furious, The Five Star Weekend and Netflix’s The Bombing of Pan Am 103.#ad

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