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Dinner’s on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson
I’m breaking bread with big-name friends—old and new—for a delicious meal and candid convos that can only happen over a glass of wine. We're getting out of the studio and into my favorite restaurants across Los Angeles and New York City with people like Julie Bowen, Kristen Bell, Fred Armisen, Jesse Williams, Niecy Nash-Betts, and so many more. I know, a celebrity-interview podcast, who’s doing that? No one. Which is why I needed to. We’ll get vulnerable about everything from relationships and…
Episodes
- Dinner’s on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson
Jason Isaacs — on being Daniel Craig’s on-stage lover and his career advice for his ‘White Lotus’ kids
'White Lotus' star Jason Isaacs joins the show. Over some sexy mushrooms, Jason tells me about the film he thought would ruin his career, improvising in ‘Harry…
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Rico Rodriguez — 'Modern Family’s’ Manny spills what it’s like to have Sofia Vergara and Ed O’Neill as on-camera parents
My ‘Modern Family’ costar Rico Rodriguez joins the show. Over smashburgers, Rico tells me his original – very different – approach to Manny, who took him under…
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Eiza Gonzalez — on partying with Sofia Vergara and recovering from teen stardom
'Fountain of Youth' and 'Ash’ star Eiza Gonzalez joins the show. Over avocado toast, Eiza tells me about the pressures of being a teen sensation in Latin…
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Wendie Malick — on success after 70 and getting comfy with on-screen beau Harrison Ford
'Shrinking’ and ‘Night Court’ star Wendie Malick joins the show. Over tuna melts, Wendie talks about her iconic characters on ‘Just Shoot Me’ and ‘Hot in…
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Luke MacFarlane — on fixing broken things and being ‘dada’ to Tess
‘Bros’ star and ‘Home Is Where the Heart Is’ co-host Luke MacFarlane joins the show. Over ramen, Luke tells me about his early desire to be a dad, his love for…
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Patricia Clarkson — on being childfree and why equal pay shouldn’t be political
‘Sharp Objects’ star Patricia Clarkson joins the show. Over whipped eggplant and fresh pasta, Patricia tells me about growing up in New Orleans, being…
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WAGNER MOURA — on joining ‘Dope Thief’ last minute and bonding with co-star Brian Tyree Henry
'Dope Thief’ and ‘Narcos’ star Wagner Moura joins the show. Over pepperoni pizza, Wagner tells me his love for soap operas, preparing for his role as Pablo…
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JOSHUA JACKSON — on losing his Topanga home and starting over with his daughter
'Doctor Odyssey’ star Joshua Jackson joins the show. Over steaming bowls of ramen, Joshua delves into the personal hardship of losing his childhood Topanga…
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JANE LYNCH — on how a Frosted Flakes commercial led to ‘Best in Show’
'Glee’ and ‘Best in Show’ star Jane Lynch joins the show. Over some cacio e pepe, Jane tells me about getting her start in iconic Christopher Guest films…
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MATT BOMER — on channeling Rose Nylund and getting excused from ‘White Collar’
'Mid-Century Modern’ star Matt Bomer joins the show. Over a sizzling fish and crab fried rice, Matt told me about working with legends Nathan Lane and Linda…
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SUTTON FOSTER — on being a showgirl at 17 and mothering herself
Broadway powerhouse and “Younger” star Sutton Foster joins the show. Over a Parisian style omelet and nicoise salad, she tells me about starting her career…
Dinner’s on Me with Jesse Tyler FergusonTY BURRELL — on almost not getting the role of Phil Dunphy on ‘Modern Family’ and his family’s tip for evading the cops
My ‘Modern Family’ brother-in-law, Ty Burrell joins the show. Over sandwiches and tater tots, Ty tells me about his grueling audition process for the role of…
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GAVIN ROSSDALE — on cooking for Serena Williams and being besties with Jack McBrayer
Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale joins the show. Over black cod and monkfish soup, Gavin tells me cooking for Serena Williams on his TV show ‘Dinner with Gavin…
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JOEL MCHALE— on how 'The Soup’ led to ‘Community’ and career anxiety
‘Community’ star Joel McHale joins the show. Over sweet shrimp and octopus nigiri, Joel tells me about being besties with Lisa Vanderpump, trolling reporters…
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TROIAN BELLISARIO — on dating Patrick J. Adams long distance while on hit shows and having her second child in a parking garage
‘On Call’ star Troian Bellisario joins the show. Over a le club sandwich and quiche, Troian tells me about growing up with a dad that was an ‘80s TV icon…
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CHELSEA HANDLER — on meeting a President while high and being scolded by Jane Fonda
Comedian, author and TV host Chelsea Handler joins the show. Over a soft Parisian omelet, Chelsea tells me about some of the anecdotes from her latest book…
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GIA COPPOLA — on making ‘The Last Showgirl’ and on the inspiration she pulls from her filmmaking family
'The Last Showgirl’ director Gia Coppola joins the show. Over pesto sorrel bowls and ricotta toast, Gia tells me about the wisdom she’s gleaned from her…
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MICHAEL URIE — on the unexpected longevity of his ‘Ugly Betty’ character and being Harrison Ford’s costar on ‘Shrinking’
'Shrinking’ star Michael Urie joins the show. Over Peruvian sea scallops and short rib barbacoa, Michael tells me how Vanessa Williams advocated for him on…
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ILANA GLAZER — on their Hulu special 'Human Magic' and cruising for future husbands at Washington Square Park
Actor and comedian Ilana Glazer joins the show. Over celebrity chicken and crab leg curry, Ilana tells me about their motherhood inspired Hulu standup special…
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NATHAN LANE — on doing R-rated ‘Golden Girls’ in new Hulu show and being a Broadway icon
Tony-award winning actor Nathan Lane joins the show. Over spicy yellowtail sashimi and coconut prawns, Nathan tells me about his new sitcom ‘Midcentury…
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JUNE SQUIBB — on doing stunts in ‘Thelma’ and manifesting a romcom with Robert De Niro
‘Thelma’ star June Squibb joins the show. Over grilled cheese, June tells me about exotic dancing for her audition for ‘Gypsy’ on Broadway, getting her first…
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KATHY BATES — on leading 'Matlock' at 76 and Meryl Streep in her dreams
Oscar-winning actor Kathy Bates joins the show. Over pizza and a caprese salad, Kathy tells me about who she wishes was her Oscar date the year she won, an…
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BRIDGET EVERETT — on saying goodbye to 'Somebody Somewhere' and avoiding auditions at all costs
Cabaret star, actor and producer Bridget Everett joins the show. Over some deliciously hot griddle cakes, Everett tells me about the special connection she has…
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RE-RUN: SOFIA VERGARA — the physical toll of ‘Griselda’ and Ed O’Neill butt dials
This week, we revisit my conversation with “Griselda” and “Modern Family” star Sofia Vergara. Over pizza and “fuzzy orange juice,” Sofia tells me what it was…
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RE-RUN: ED O’NEILL — skirting a life of organized crime and hanging out with Tennessee Williams
This week, we revisit my conversation with “Modern Family” and “Married…with Children” star Ed O'Neill. Over some fancy sandwiches, Ed talks about dodging a…
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BONUS: A Conversation with Bill Clinton on 'Citizen: My Life After the White House'
Today, we’re bringing you my conversation with former President Bill Clinton from earlier this month in Little Rock, Arkansas. We sat down to talk about the…
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KATHRYN HAHN — on improvising in “Step Brothers” and Patti Lupone voice memos
"Agatha All Along” star Kathryn Hahn joins the show. Over stuffed grape leaves and shawarma rubbed oyster mushrooms, Hahn tells me how her career has climbed…
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LISA KUDROW — on playing evil sister Ursula before Phoebe, and her recent Friends rewatch
"No Good Deed” star Lisa Kudrow joins the show. Over tagliatelle and scallops, Kudrow tells me the origin story of her "Friends" character Phoebe Buffay, how…
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MARCIA GAY HARDEN — on mastering dialects and crying to Meryl Streep
Academy Award winning actor Marcia Gay Harden joins the show. Over sushi, Marcia Gay Harden tells me about being in the original cast of Broadway’s “Angels in…
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PATRICK J. ADAMS — on new wave of 'Suits' fans and coping with stage anxiety
"Suits” star Patrick J. Adams joins the show. Over grilled prawns and focaccia, Adams tells me about conquering his stage anxiety during “Take Me Out,” renewed…
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JUDY GREER — on being Hollywood’s BFF, insane auditions and actor envy
"The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" star Judy Greer joins the show. Over mezze plates and pumpkin spice lattes, Judy tells us about the charm of playing…
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KIERNAN SHIPKA — on growing up on “Mad Men” set and her self-help book obsession
"Sweethearts” star Kiernan Shipka joins the show. Over a salmon bowl, Shipka tells us how she sees her character on “Mad Men” differently now, her “Girls”…
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ZACHARY QUINTO — on being a leading man in “Brilliant Minds”
Actor Zachary Quinto comes back to the show for another helping. Over Greek salad, Quinto tells us about this huge moment in his career, why he avoids reading…
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RACHEL BLOOM — laughing while grieving and surviving 'status dysmorphia’
Actor and comedian Rachel Bloom joins the show. Over Persian crispy rice and Moroccan spiced carrots, Bloom tells me about her new Netflix special “Death, Let…
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TYLER HENRY — on his early premonitions and talking to Alan Thicke on the other side
Celebrity medium Tyler Henry joins the show. Over salads, Tyler tells me about when he discovered his ability to speak to the departed, his first celebrity…
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JOSH GAD — on a fraught father-son relationship and why “Frozen” freaks out his kids
The voice of Olaf in “Frozen” and Elder Arnold Cunningham in “Book of Mormon” ... Josh Gad joins the show. Over a salmon citrus salad, Josh tells me about…
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PAUL FEIG — on basing “Freaks and Geeks” on his life and how “Bridesmaids” almost wasn’t
“Jackpot!” director Paul Feig joins the show. Over martinis, Paul tells me about being a tour guide at Universal Studios, how Judd Apatow was a big support in…
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LILY RABE — on "American Horror Story" and working with mom's ex Al Pacino
"Presumed Innocent” star Lily Rabe joins the show. Over oysters, Lily talks about working together on “Merchant of Venice," how Ryan Murphy made it impossible…
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MENA SUVARI — on leaving toxic relationships and healing through writing
"American Beauty” and “American Pie” star Mena Suvari joins the show. Over veggie burgers, Mena talks about deciding to stop being vegan, how marrying young…
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NOLAN GOULD — (van)life after ‘Modern Family’ and finding his people in L.A.
“Modern Family” star Nolan Gould joins the show. Over traditional Mexican fare, Nolan tells me about selling all his belongings post “Modern Family,” his…
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Jesse Joins Andy Richter to Talk About His Roots
Today, we are giving you a sneak peak into comedian Andy Richter’s podcast, The Three Questions with Andy Richter. Every Tuesday on The Three Questions, Andy…
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ANDY RICHTER — dating app happy endings and being Conan O’Brien’s ‘TV wife’
Actor, comedian and podcast host Andy Richter joins the show. Over lobster rolls and oysters, Andy talks about healing from the dissolution of his nearly…
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ASHLEY PARK — finding love on 'Emily in Paris' and a bestie in Lily Collins
"Emily in Paris" star Ashley Park joins the show. Over oysters and nicoise salad, Ashley tells me about her early days on Broadway, her showmance turned…
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BEN PLATT – stairway hookups and the queer Americana of 'Honeymind'
Singer, Broadway star and film actor Ben Platt joins the show. Over chicken and broccoli, Ben tells me about the queer Americana of his latest album…
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AWKWAFINA - unresolved grief and a healing trip to Korea
"Jackpot” star Nora “Awkwafina” Lum joins the show. Over croquettes monsieur, Nora tells me about feeling like an “Asian mom” on her Comedy Central show, the…
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RITA ORA — newlywed life and turning down ‘Eurovision’
Singer, actor, and “The Masked Singer” host Rita Ora joins the show. Over uni and endive salad, Rita tells me about turning down “Eurovision” and Andrew Llyod…
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NICOLE BYER — coping with disappointment and how not to spread a loved one's ashes
Comedian, actor and “WipeOut” co-host Nicole Byer joins the show. Over French toast, Nicole tells me why sitcom “Grand Crew” was so special to her, how she was…
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SANDRA BERNHARD — friendship break-ups and being Lettermen’s best guest
Actress, comedian and cultural icon Sandra Bernhard joins the show. Over a porgy fillet, Sandra tells me if she still thinks about a high-profile break-up, the…
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IGGY AZALEA — killing it at crypto and leaving music
Australian musician and entrepreneur Iggy Azalea joins the show. Over pasta, Iggy tells me about her decision to step away from music, her success in crypto…
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JANE KRAKOWSKI — how soap opera firing scared her and getting evicted while on Ally McBeal
“30 Rock” and “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” star Jane Krakowski joins the show. Over cloud-like pita bread, we reminisce about when I was Jane’s Starbucks…
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KERI RUSSELL — Mickey Mouse Club rules and hanging with the Obamas
"The Diplomat” and “The Americans” star Keri Russell joins the show. Over salmon and a glass of Sancerre (over ice), Keri tells me about aging out of the…
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JASON MRAZ — missing his cat while on DWTS and the allure of a short relationship
Singer-songwriter Jason Mraz joins the show. Over diner classics, Jason tells me about why he has a hard time singing his early songs, what it was like to open…
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JOEL KIM BOOSTER — being a queer Korean adoptee in a conservative Midwestern family and falling in love for the first time
Comic and the star and co-creator of Hulu's “Fire Island” Joel Kim Booster joins the show. Over ghost chili lamb vindaloo and samosas, Joel tells me about…
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AUBREY ANDERSON EMMONS — growing up on the set of Modern Family and rediscovering acting
"Modern Family" star Aubrey Anderson Emmons joins the show. Over gnocchi and fried squash blossoms, Aubrey tells me what it was like growing up on the set of…
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MARGARET CHO — growing up in a gay bookstore and hanging out at the Dick Dock
Stand-up comic and actor Margaret Cho joins the show. Over Korean barbeque, Margaret tells me about being a phone sex operator at 16 years old, what she enjoys…
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TIG NOTARO — flunking out of middle school and her kid’s desire for a third mom
Standup comic and co-host of the amazing podcast “Handsome,” Tig Notaro joins the show. Over vegan sushi, Tig tells me about flunking out of middle school, her…
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PAUL SCHEER — auditioning for SNL alongside Amy Poehler and his movie rental obsession
Star of “The League” and “How Did This Get Made?” podcast co-host, Paul Scheer joins the show. Over moules frites and a burger, we’ll get into auditioning for…
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JUSTIN LONG — on finding love with Kate Bosworth and going on his ex’s talk show
Actor and podcaster Justin Long joins the show. Over delicious dan dan noodles and shrimp wontons, we’ll get into his love story with “Blue Crush” star Kate…
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GEORGE TAKEI - growing up in Japanese American internment camps and coming out at age 68
"Star Trek” actor and activist George Takei joins the show. Over beautiful sashimi, George tells me what it was like to be forced to leave his LA home and live…
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JINKX MONSOON — sobriety and an iconic morning ritual
Two-time “Drag Race” winner and tour de force on stage, Jinkx Monsoon joins the show. Over overnight oats and granola, we’ll get into her iconic morning…