Hills I'd Die On with Taylor Cox

We've been lying to our children about Santa for centuries. Taylor is joined by comedy writer Kyle Mack (American Auto, Mythic Quest) who believes it's time we right our wrongs by making Santa real. Kyle has a business proposal to make this happen. Taylor tries to hate it. Get in the REAL Christmas spirit as they debate how, why, and whether or not this is actually a good idea. RIP Kyle. Art: Mackenzie Moore @junkdrawermoore Editor: Will Witwer @wwitwer

Today we're joined by writer/actor Akilah Green (A Black Lady Sketch Show, Perfect Harmony, A Legendary Christmas with John & Chrissy) who died on the hill of "Same Side Sitting (and all PDA) is The Best!" Akilah and Taylor chat lap-sitting in the writers room, doing baby talk in public, posting about your loved ones on the internet, and how all things "touch" are gonna change in the post-covid world.

Today we say goodbye to the wonderful writer/producer Alison Bennett (SINGLE PARENTS, YOU'RE THE WORST) who died on the hill of "It's Okay To Like Documentary Murderers." Alison & Taylor chat about their fascination with serial killers, why Robert Durst would make an interesting guest at a dinner party, and how People Magazine is the most important news outlet of our time. RIP Alison!

Today we say goodbye to journalist/host Kara Swisher (Recode Decode, Pivot, The New York Times) who died on the hill of "Sports Are Bad." Go listen to Kara's hilarious last words about suffering through kids sporting events, meeting Joe Montana on an airplane, and what it's like being "the only lesbian in America who hates sports."

Today we say goodbye to writer/cartoonist Yael Green (SPACE FORCE, DICKINSON, ANGIE TRIBECA) who died on the hill of "You Should Floss Before You Brush." Yael and Taylor chat about dental criminals, Jessica Simpson brushing her teeth three times a week,and the great equalizer also known as poop.Editor: Will WitweMusic: Hayden CoplenArt: Mackenzie Moore

Today we say goodbye to writer/host Alyssa Litman (Table Flipping with Alyssa & Taylor) & actor/host Taylor Misiak (Dave, American Vandal, Table Flipping with Alyssa & Taylor) who died on the hill of "Reality TV is Good For Women." Alyssa, Taylor, and Taylor chat double standards, Bethenny Frankel 2024, and why you should never trust a guy who looks down on reality TV. RIP Alyssa & Taylor!

Taylor is joined by her dad, Tom Cox, to talk about why *some people* (dads!!) aren't staying home or taking COVID-19 (and social distancing) seriously. Tom & Taylor chat about quarantine, generational perspectives, and what to do when the FedEx guy offers you his pen. No one dies in this episode because there's too much of that happening outside. Please stay healthy (and home), everybody. Love you, Dad!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Today we're rereleasing one of our favorites featuring actor/comedian/human delight Sherry Cola (Good Trouble, I Love Dick, Claws) who died on the hill of "Shoes should be OFF in the house." Go listen to Sherry's hilarious last words about germaphobes and a sexually active lady bugs, and then please wash your hands and your feet and your bodies and stay inside safely listening to podcasts. RIP Sherry!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Today we say goodbye to writer/producer Shea Fontana (DC Super Hero Girls, Batman: Overdrive, Polly Pocket) who died on the hill of "Animation is Superior." Go listen to Shea's IMPORTANT last words as she and Taylor discuss the stigmas surrounding writing for animation (and kids) and why the art form deserves a lot more g.d. respect. RIP Shea!

Today we say goodbye to comedian Hannah Einbinder (The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, JFL New Faces) who died on the hill of "LA is better than New York." Go listen to Hannah's delightful/hilarious last words that will undoubtedly put this age ol' debate to bed once and for all. RIP Hannah!

Today we say goodbye to writer/comedian Greg Gallant (PERFECT HARMONY, SPEECHLESS, SON OF ZORN) who died on the hill of "There Has Never Been A Good Poem." Greg and Taylor chat rap, CATS, and poems about boners, before singing a song so breathtaking you'll wanna listen all over again. RIP Greg!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will WitwerSpecial thanks to Fran Fisher and The Poets Corner for sharing their knowledge/wisdom/poetry with us!!

Today we say goodbye to writer/actor Fran Richter (Insecure) who died on the hill of "Jury Duty Is The Best."Go listen to Fran's last words as she and Taylor chat jury duty with Sia, becoming pen pals with Louis Peitzman's mom, meeting your husband in court, and why we should all start getting excited to perform our civic duty. RIP Fran!

Today we say goodbye to writer/producer Ali Waller (DICKINSON, LOVE, BIG MOUTH) who died on the hill of "Codependency Is Awesome." Go listen to Ali's hilarious last words about partnership/marriage + an amazing special appearance from her husband in a segment that will make even the most cynical of humans believe in love!

Today we say goodbye to writer/comedian Alison Agosti (Making History, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Late Night with Seth Meyers) who died on the hill of "Phone Calls Are Emotional Terrorism." Go listen to Alison's hilarious last words about why we need to stop calling each other + some fun alt ideas for what to do with your phone when you're drunk, RIP Alison!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Today we say goodbye to host/comedian Sarah Franklin (TRUST THE BACHELOR PROCESS) who died on the hill of "Jennifer Aniston & Brad Pitt Should NOT Get Back Together." Go listen to Sarah's hilarious last words about THE photo and the cosmic link that may or may not be forever connecting Jen and Brad,Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Today we say goodbye to writer/comedian Brig Muoz-Liebowitz (One Day At A Time, Diary Of A Future President, People Of Earth) who died on the hill of "Girl Scout Cookies Suck." Go listen to Brig's mind-blowing last words as she uncovers some hard truths about Girl Scouts Cookies and the Girl Scouts of America. RIP Brig!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Today we say goodbye to writer/comedian Liz Hackett (GEEK CHARMING, FALLING IN LOVE, LOVE GUARANTEED) who died on the hill of: "we need to stop asking women when they're having kids." Go listen to Liz's very real/thoughtful/hilarious last words as she and Taylor pitch on other things you can talk to a woman about that aren't having kids (Hint: it's periods).Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Today we say goodbye to actor/writer Hayley Marie Norman (ADAM RUINS EVERYTHING, COMEDY BANG BANG, TONE-DEAF) who died on a hill defending hot people everywhere. Go listen to Hayley's incredibly brave/noble/hilarious last words about hot biases, type casting, and sharing an eyebrow person with Meghan Markle. RIP Hayley!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Today we say goodbye to writer/producer Mike Royce (ONE DAY AT A TIME, EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND) who died on the hill of "Being Old Is Awesome." Go listen to Mike's hilarious last words on aging and sex and learning Spanish and the many super powers that await us all with age. RIP Mike!!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Mike Carrier

Today we say goodbye to actor/director/writer Natalie Morales (Abby's, Parks & Rec, Bojack Horseman) who died on the hill of "Cats are Snakes." Go listen to Natalie's hilarious last words on animal science, conspiracy theories, and feline espionage. RIP Natalie!Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Mike Carrier

Today we say goodbye to writer/actor Andrew Law (THE GOOD PLACE, SILICON VALLEY) who died on the hill of "disco is the best genre." Go listen to Andrew's last words on disco-only wedding dreams, the joy of "Mamma Mia," and the history of disco.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Today we say goodbye to writer/comedian Ali Gusberg (FOREVER, COUPLE FRIENDS) who died on the hill of "Bad parents tell their kids Santa is real." Ali and Taylor take a controversial march down Santa Claus Lane to discuss holiday-themed childhood traumas, the psychology of lying to our children, and the *magic* of the holidays.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Today we say goodbye to actor/writer/comedian Ashley Nicole Black (A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW, BLESS THIS MESS, FULL FRONTAL WITH SAMANTHA BEE) who died on the hill of "TV is better than movies." Go listen to Ashley's controversial (and devastatingly articulate) last words about all things entertainment and Taylor's futile efforts to debate them. RIP Ashley!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Today we say goodbye to writer/producer Mike Schur (The Good Place, Parks And Rec, The Office) who died on the hill of "Thanksgiving Stinks." Go listen to Mike's last words as he and Taylor debate turkey, tradition, and the future of the holidays. RIP Mike!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Mike Carrier

Today we say goodbye to writer/actor Emily Goldwyn (AWKWAFINA, SMILF, SHERMAN'S SHOWCASE) who died on a hill covered in juice. Listen to Emily's last words as she and Taylor deep dive into their own dieting journeys and desperately try to get sponsored by Zen meal plans. RIP EMILY! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will WitwerArt: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Today we say goodbye to Melissa Hunter (SANTA CLARITA DIET, MAYA & MARTY) who died taking down surprises. Go listen to Melissas hilarious last words about making each other feel crazy + some horrifying surprise party fail stories . RIP Melissa!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Today we say goodbye to writer/actor Jennifer Levinson (TRIASSIC WORLD, SOLVE, BUZZFEED) who died trying to convince everyone not to live with their partners. Taylor and Jennifer get INTO IT about living with the people you love, and whether or not moving in with your S.O. means your relationship is doomed. RIP Jenn!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Today we say goodbye to writer/author Ben Blacker (HEX WIVES, THE WRITERS PANEL, THE ADVENTURES OF PUSS AND BOOTS) who died standing up for all things horror. Go listen to Ben's spooooky last words about the joys of being scared and why horror deserves more credit than it gets. RIP Ben!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Today we say goodbye to Gilli Nissim (THE OTHER TWO, A.P. BIO) who died splitting up "unnatural freaks." Go listen to Gilli's hilarious last words on growing up with twin sisters + all things Mary Kate & Ashley Olsen. RIP Gilli!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Taylor says goodbye to comedian/author/host Kate Casey (REALITY LIFE WITH KATE CASEY) who died taking down party culture (+ a bonus mini hill of the hour on the new bachelor)! Go listen to Kate's last words on "birthday weeks", wedding mayhem, and the best way to confront a friend that's being a big ol' party diva. RIP Kate! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will WitwerArt: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

A day at the beach! How do you see it? The wind in your hair and the sand between your toes? Or the wind warping your towel and the sand in your mouth cuz you dropped your bagel sandwich!? In today's ep, Taylor is joined by writer/comedian Bridget Kyle (SUPERSTORE, THE GRINDER, MARRY ME) to discuss and debate just that. Give 'er a listen!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Taylor says goodbye to actor/comedian Niccole Thurman (SHRILL, A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW, THE OPPOSITION WITH JORDAN KLEPPER) who died trying to convince the world that dog allergies aren't real. Go listen to Niccole's last words about dog people, emotional support pets, and what to do if a loved one fakes an allergy to a "cute little sweetie". RIP Niccole!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Taylor is joined by writer/producer Mike Royce (ONE DAY AT A TIME, EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND, MEN OF A CERTAIN AGE) for a generational face off to debate the currency of youth and the many super powers that await us all with age. RIP Mike!!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Mike Carrier

The one where Taylor is joined by writer/actor Savannah Rodin (THE BIG SHOW SHOW (Netflix), EXTREMELY WICKED, SHOCKINGLY EVIL AND VILE (Netflix)) who died defending the most controversial relationship in TV history. RIP Sav (and also Taylor who died of embarrassment after making a "the one where __" joke!!)!!BONUS: WHY ROSS SUCKS by Friends expert Jessica Connor (Chicago Shakespeare Theatre):1. Lied about his and Rachel's annulment2. Forced out of his job for anger issues3. Absent father (is Ben alive?)4. Tried to make out with his cousin one time5. Co-founder of the I Hate Rachel Green Club6. Had a monkey and let it run amok in other peoples apartments7. Has a problem with his male nanny / with Ben playing with a doll8. said the wrong name at his wedding9. He gets some points back for his spray tan, leather pants, and seamless ability to get rid of his fake accent.10. But otherwise he just sucksCREDITS:Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditing: Mike Carrier

Taylor is joined by author/comedian/podcaster Dana Schwartz (CHOOSE YOUR OWN DISASTER, NOBLE BLOOD, THE WHITE MANS GUIDE TO WHITE MALE WRITERS OF THE WESTERN CANON) to take down Disney's live-action remakes while also begging Disney to buy their movies and cast them in Sleeping Beauty.

Taylor is joined by actor/comedian Sherry Cola (Good Trouble, I Love Dick, Claws) to debate shoe culture, germaphobes, and a sexually active lady bug epidemic that's apparently sweeping the nation.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer

Taylor is joined by writer/comedian Shaun Diston (ROBBIE, ABBY'S, WRECKED) to debate TMNT nostalgia, April O'Neil (the reporter & porn star), and all things turtles in a half shell. Cowabunga Dudes.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Rob O'Connor

JK Rowling disappeared from the internet on January 10, 2019, but writer/comedian Claude Zeins thinks she died long before that. Go listen to Taylor and Claude discuss Harry Potter conspiracy theories, the life (and death!?) of JK Rowling, and whether or not guinea pigs (Ginny Pigs?!) can tell the future.Art: Mackenzie MooreEditor: Mike CarrierMusic: Hayden Coplen

Taylor is joined by actor/comedian Nelson Franklin (ABBY'S, VEEP, BLACK-ISH) to debate cell phone habits, cancel culture, and the proper punishments for people out there who are "criminally annoying."Art: Mackenzie MooreEditor: Steven KanterMusic: Hayden Coplen

Taylor is joined by writer/comedian Lauren Ashley Smith (HBO's A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW) to discuss movie etiquette, popcorn culture, and how to make the movies less *trash*.Art: Mackenzie MooreEditor: Steven KanterMusic: Hayden Coplen

Taylor (a vegetarian) is joined by writer/producer Josh Malmuth (Abby's, New Girl, knows Taylor is a vegetarian) to debate social etiquette, steak dinners, and the end of the world.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Steven Kanter

Taylor is joined by writer/director Niki Schwartz-Wright (Abby's, Speechless, The Office) to debate theme parks, furries, and the most magical place(s) on Earth.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Steven Kanter