Laura Cain After Dark

Laura's headed to her HIGH SCHOOL REUNION this weekend—and she's going back to school in style. Her best guy friend, Aaron Garrity, calls in with hilarious memories… and casually drops the news that he's sharing her hotel room, too. What could go wrong? Don't worry, Aaron is pure gold. Laura is the issue. Luckily, it's Aaron: entrepreneur, powerhouse businessman, longtime friend—and, as you'll hear, a voice that sounds like it should've sold millions of albums. Seriously, who IS this guy?! Get to know the fascinating Aaron at AaronGarrity.com⁠. Then Erik takes a sentimental stroll down memory lane and somehow drives it straight into… his bowels. Yep, the colonoscopy happened. And because it's Erik, OF COURSE there were complications. We get the full report. Possibly more report than anyone needed. Plus, Erik delivers a special Thursday edition of Double D Showbiz News, including Laura's scoop on the one thing seemingly every star in Hollywood has—and trust us, you do NOT want it. Reunions, roomies, rear ends, and Hollywood ridiculousness. Just another perfectly normal episode of Laura Cain After Dark. Thanks for loving and listening—and LOVE YOUR PODCAST! ❤️Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Bring the tissues for this one. ❤️ We sit down with the incredible people behind the now Emmy-winning short documentary “The Last Gift: Jim's Courage, Our Hope”—a beautiful, heartbreaking, and deeply inspiring story about one man's extraordinary final gift to HIV research. (The Last Gift Study⁠) We talk about Jim's legacy, the remarkable strides being made in HIV/AIDS treatment and cure research, and the humanity behind the science. And THEN…director Ryan Neisz actually let us hold the Emmy!

Is Laura a full-blown weirdo, or is she actually onto something brilliant? You be the judge. Erik has another run-in with customer service at a major company—and this time, he goes full top tier. Then, after the terrible helicopter accident in L.A., we share what life as a chopper photog is really like. One of us even flew the very next morning. Yes, really. We close with a tribute to our dear friends Pam and Jerry Cesak of Rancho Coastal Humane Society. This was the first time we'd spent most of a show together since Jerry left us. We love them both, and we hope you love this episode. Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

We let AI take a deep dive into our psyches, and apparently we've found our new psychic. It gets weird. It gets freaking awkward. The tension is so thick Producer Claire can't even look at us. Secrets come out, a few nerves get hit, and our souls are pretty much cut wide open for everyone to hear. AI is so spot on, we're almost afraid to post this episode. Thank goodness Erik brings us back to earth with an extra juicy dose of Double D Showbiz News. This one is off the charts. Don't miss it. Love, your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Meet Noam Ash—actor, writer, producer and one of the most captivating humans we've ever had on the show. His outstanding new film, Bookends, is earning praise on the festival circuit and stars Noam alongside Academy Award winner F. Murray Abraham. Noam opens up about being Jewish, being gay and working twice as hard to be seen and heard in an industry that doesn't always make room. His struggles, his steadfast morals and the values he brings to both the set and his life make him truly stand out. He's humble, honest, wildly talented—and even if you don't know his name yet, you will. And get this: after Erik followed Noam after a screening of Bookends…and revealed that Laura Cain After Dark is one of the few podcasts he regularly listens to! OMG—we have a celebrity member of the podcast family! Wrapped around this glorious interview is all the chaos, funny weirdness, and inappropriate nonsense you've come to expect from us. So raise a glass—of sparkling water, obviously—to Noam, to Bookends, and to all of you outstanding humans. Trust us: this is one episode you do not want to miss. Love your podcast!!!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Laura meets the lead singer of Train—and immediately asks the dumbest question possible. His response? Even better. We also rave about the musical Begin Again, hear about Erik's unexpected “Saint Francis of Assisi” moment with a dying animal, and serve up a healthy dose of Double D Showbiz News—including what to watch and what to skip. Then we end with Disturbed Friends, the game that reveals just how deeply unwell we all are. Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Dating apps have officially lost their damn minds. It's the MOTHER OF ALL HINGE CRINGES as Laura gives us a glimpse into the absolute insanity she has to sift through in the dating world. The profiles. The pictures. The pickup lines. The sheer AUDACITY. No wonder she's still single.And Erik's running commentary? BRUTAL. HILARIOUS. PERFECT.Prepare to laugh your butt off, shake your head and possibly delete Hinge forever. This one is a MUST-LISTEN.Go see Begin Again at The Old Globe. It just got extended through October 18th.www.theoldglobe.org. Use code LCAD and your handling fees will be waived!!!Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!This episode includes AI-generated content.

This episode has EVERYTHING: workplace humiliation, a midnight trip down California's most haunted road, an emotional hospital, Hollywood, beauty products, celebrity dirt… and Chicken & Waffles OREOS.  Laura kicks things off with the embarrassing incident that actually got her IN TROUBLE at work last week. Yep. She did it. Again. Then, she takes a late-night field trip down the legendary Proctor Valley Road — aka one of the creepiest, most haunted stretches of road in California. What happened out there? Let's just say… going after dark may not have been her brightest idea. Meanwhile, Erik heads to L.A. for an epic adventure, including a visit to the new George Lucas museum and a place called the Hospital of Emotions. We also unbox some seriously cool new products from Eufora — use code “After Dark” at www.eufora.net for a discount! Then buckle up because Double D Showbiz News is STACKED, and we finish by sacrificing our taste buds for science: FOUR brand-new Oreo flavors. Chicken and Waffles Oreos, anyone?! It's weird. It's hilarious. It's slightly haunted. Watch, listen, laugh with us — and as always… LOVE YOUR PODCAST!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

SPENCER PRATT, DOUBLE D & THE ROOMMATE TELLS ALLOur LIVE podcast party at Mr Charlie's in Hillcrest went exactly how you'd expect a Laura Cain After Dark party to go: heartfelt, hilarious, and WAY too personal. We start with a fascinating and genuinely heartwarming conversation with the manager of Mr Charlie's about the story behind this very special place, what it means to the Hillcrest community, and the pretty incredible Travis Barker connection. Yep, THAT Travis Barker. Then we turn the microphones over to some of our podcast people — and they have opinions! We get into Laura's recent and slightly bizarre run-in with Spencer Pratt, plus the show we're currently obsessed with that you NEED to put on your watch list. Erik unloads a supersized helping of Double D Showbiz News, complete with all the celebrity chaos. But then… Antonio gets a microphone. Laura's roommate joins us for what starts as an innocent little conversation and somehow turns into one of the most candid exchanges we've ever had on this podcast. When the person who LIVES WITH YOU starts talking publicly, there is nowhere to hide.   And through all the insanity, this night was really about something bigger: YOU. Seven years of Laura Cain After Dark, surrounded by the people who listen, laugh, and show up for a good time. We wouldn't have it any other way. LOVE YOUR PODCAST!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

EXCUSE THE SOUND… THIS ONE IS WORTH IT!WE'RE HAVING A PARTY — AND YOU'RE INVITED!   And did we mention… IT'S FREE?!  Mr Charlie's in Hillcrest Monday, August 31st Party starts at 6pm

This episode doesn't just go off the rails… it blows up the tracks, steals the train and somehow ends up in another state. We admit things we probably shouldn't admit. We do things grown adults definitely shouldn't do. Secrets come out, boundaries disappear, and at several points we genuinely wonder, “Should we even be saying this?” Naturally, we keep talking. This may officially be the craziest Laura Cain After Dark yet. Unfiltered, inappropriate, hysterical and completely out of control. Buckle your seatbelts, people. AND… come be part of our crazy little family at our 7-YEAR ANNIVERSARY PODCAST PARTY!

We kick things off with a special guest on set for a hot minute…and then it's PARTY TIME!

This episode has everything we probably shouldn't be admitting out loud.

Apparently, Laura hasn't learned enough life lessons yet…because she found herself in ANOTHER sticky, fight-or-flight situation—this time in Oregon. How does this keep happening to her?! Then comes the heartbreak.

Ever heard of The Hat Man? This episode gets seriously creepy as Laura shares the chilling story of her son Charlie seeing the mysterious shadow figure multiple times as a little boy. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, this one might leave you sleeping with the lights on. Then it's back to reality…or is it? Erik absolutely loses it after some bonehead steals his parking spot, and the rant is everything you'd hope for. Plus, Double D Showbiz is overflowing with juicy Real Housewives and The Valley gossip, and Laura admits to paying for a movie…that turned out to be FREE somewhere else. Ouch. Don't forget to grab your tickets to Begin Again at The Old Globe—and use promo code LCAD to have your handling fees waived! Here's the link!www.theoldglobe.org Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Before you hit play… go ahead and get comfortable, because we literally recorded this one lying down.  We were so relaxed, we were practically horizontal from start to finish! Claire returns with another hilarious Claire's Corner, teaching us the latest slang the kids are throwing around these days, and we revive the fan-favorite game “What's Your Price?”—where the answers get more outrageous with every round. So kick back, chill out, laugh with us, and spend a little time with our wonderfully weird podcast family. Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Things got messy fast when one innocent little body product turned into a full-on near panic moment that almost had 911 on speed dial. And just when you think it can't get wilder, wait till you hear what Laura did on her own front lawn. You won't believe it. After Erik gives us the celebrity-filled details about the Hilary Duff concert where he was a VIP, he launches into a huge, big, giant, juicy Double D Showbiz News report. Btw, keep Monday night August 31st on your calendar. We're planning a full-on podcast party to celebrate 7 years of doing this show together. You are the biggest part of this so we want you to come hang out and be part of the fun. Details coming soon. Love your podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Erik's Bestie #1, Marla, is back in the third chair…and the laughs start immediately. After Erik recaps his weekend studio tours, Laura shares what might be the most epic Disneyland experience of her life—and trust us, you won't see the ending coming. Then Producer Claire teaches us what it means to be “catching print”…and suddenly Erik has a brand-new thing to worry about. Finally, it's time for the wedding everyone can't stop talking about: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Rumors, opinions, hot takes, and plenty of laughs. Come hang out with us…and as always, love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

What happens when your best friend invites his other best friend onto the podcast? Pure, glorious chaos. This week, Erik's longtime BFF, Marla, officially joins us as our third host, and trust us…you're going to love her. She's quick, hilarious, effortlessly witty, and immediately fits right into the madness. We kick things off with Laura's unexpected C-SPAN appearance covering Coronado's Fourth of July parade, hit a few hot topics, and then…it's game on. Laura and Marla each wrote heartfelt poems about what Erik's friendship means to them. Sweet? At first. Competitive? Absolutely. As the battle for the unofficial Bestie #1 title heats up, Erik starts sweating so much Marla literally has to scoot away from him. Then Laura's poem takes a wildly unexpected turn, an apology becomes necessary, and Erik finds himself desperately trying to survive the most awkward—and funniest—friendship showdown of his life. Who wins? Who cringes? And will Erik ever recover? Press play and prepare to laugh. Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Think you know your America?

Have you ever had something so unbelievably embarrassing happen in public that you wanted to change your name and move to another state? Please…tell Laura she's not alone because this week's confession is one for the history books. It happened in a restaurant, involved a whole lot of humiliation, and we're counting on you to make her feel just a little less mortified. Then we tackle a few hot debates: Do you actually shower before getting into a public pool? Be honest! And whose side are you on in the viral hotel pool chair showdown after one woman removed every towel “saving” chairs that no one was using? Team Hero or Team Villain? Plus, Erik brings the latest Double D Showbiz News, including all the buzz surrounding Taylor and Travis' big wedding weekend. Producer Claire also drops a surprisingly spicy opinion about Taylor Swift that just might leave you speechless. Agree? Disagree? We want to hear from you! Keeping it funny, keeping it entertaining, and keeping it real…maybe a little too real this time.

You know those online purchases that seem like a fantastic idea…until they arrive? Yeah…Laura has one of those moments. Actually, she has TWO. First, she unboxes the latest additions from her never-ending Temu obsession, and let's just say…the jury is definitely still out. Then she proudly introduces something she bought after seeing it on Instagram—a purchase that may go down as either the smartest investment of her life…or one of the most ridiculous. We'll let you decide. Laura also shares something much more meaningful. Her son, Charlie, is chasing an incredible altruistic goal on two wheels, and he'd love your support. Check out his fundraising link and help cheer him on! https://ride.biketheusforms.org/parti...Then it's time for everyone's favorite game…the legendary Bowl of Questions! We blindly pull random questions and answer them with complete honesty, leading to funny confessions, embarrassing stories, surprising revelations, and a few moments we probably should've kept to ourselves. And don't forget to treat yourself to a night at The Old Globe Theatre this summer! Whether it's date night, girls' night, family night, or just a well-deserved solo adventure, there's something for everyone. Call the box office or visit their website to see what's playing—and be sure to tell them Laura Cain After Dark sent you! https://www.google.com/search?gs_ssp=...Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

What do a questionable bowl of vegan ramen, a late-night household catastrophe, and a best-friend ranking crisis have in common? That would be Laura and Erik! This episode is pure, unfiltered chaos. It all started with a bowl of vegan ramen. Harmless, right? Wrong. What followed was a chain of events so outrageous, so horrifying, and somehow so ridiculously funny that everyone involved may need therapy. Laura shares every unbelievable detail from the Saturday night disaster that turned her home into ground zero for one of the most unforgettable incidents in Laura Cain After Dark history. Meanwhile, Erik is reevaluating his entire friendship hierarchy. Laura currently holds the coveted #2 spot on his Best Friends List, but after one particular phone call, her ranking may be in serious jeopardy. Will she survive the cut? As if that wasn't enough, Erik had his own weekend adventure involving stretches, surprises, and a story you'll never see coming. Then it's time for a bangin' edition of the Double D Showbiz News featuring juicy Kevin Hart gossip, the shocking status of Madonna's long-discussed biopic, and all the entertainment headlines worth obsessing over. It's gross. It's hilarious. It's slightly traumatic. And it's one of those episodes you'll be talking about for a long time. Grab your headphones, avoid suspicious ramen, and join us for an hour of laughs, mayhem, friendship drama, and showbiz insanity. Thanks for being part of this family!! Love your podcast!

Well…the podcast took a day off. And trust us, there was a reason. This week, Laura pulls back the curtain and shares the very real story behind her mini meltdown. From stress piling up to life throwing one curveball after another, she lays out all the gritty, messy, honest details—including the current living situation that has her questioning just about everything. It's raw, it's relatable, it's occasionally ridiculous, and somehow it's still funny. Because if you don't laugh, you might cry…and Laura may have already handled that part. Then Erik reviews the new movie Disclosure Day, and Laura has a theory about it that may or may not send the conversation completely off the rails. We'll let you decide. Plus, the Double D Showbiz News Report is absolutely loaded this week. The hottest shows worth bingeing, the ones you should skip without guilt, entertainment headlines, celebrity drama, and plenty of opinions nobody asked for but everybody needs. Life can be challenging. Sometimes it's beautiful, sometimes it's chaotic, and sometimes it feels like you're living inside a sitcom written by a sleep-deprived raccoon. But through it all, we're grateful. Grateful for another day, grateful for the people we love, and especially grateful for you—for listening, watching, laughing, and sticking with us through all of it. Thank you for being part of this crazy little community. Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Sometimes life doesn't gently whisper…sometimes it grabs you by the shoulders and smacks you with a full-on reality stick. After some classic Laura and Erik banter, Laura shares the horrifying moment that made her suddenly realize she has entered an entirely new chapter of life…and let's just say, she was NOT emotionally prepared. What starts as shock quickly spirals into a hilarious deep dive into all the other random discounts and perks people “of a certain age” can score. Some are exciting. Some are humbling. All are slightly terrifying. Then, after the emotional damage settles in, Erik fires up everyone's favorite entertainment report, The Double D, packed with celebrity chaos, pop culture nonsense, and the showbiz stories you didn't know you needed. And don't forget — tell The Old Globe Box Office that Laura Cain After Dark sent you when you call or go online for tickets to one of their stellar shows!

What's something totally normal that somehow still feels wildly embarrassing?! That's the chaotic rabbit hole we tumble down in this episode as we confess the everyday things people secretly do…but would NEVER admit out loud. Sleeping with the covers completely over your face except your nose? Normal or nope? Weird shower habits? Tiny “naughty” quirks? We're exposing it ALL in our newest round of the oh-so-addictive game: Normal or Nope. But just when the game hits peak ridiculousness, Erik starts fading…FAST. Why? Because this man thought chugging NIGHTTIME NyQuil right before recording was a brilliant anti-cough strategy. His eyes slowly turn into tiny little dots, his sentences stop making sense, and honestly? We had to wrap the show before he fully entered another dimension.

Three confessions. Three jaw-dropping stories. One podcast episode you absolutely cannot miss.

New York brought the chaos… and Laura brought the drama. From a wild NYC adventure and a brand-new tattoo to an absolutely EPIC fall at Evan's graduation, this episode is packed with laugh-out-loud moments and unbelievable stories. Then there's the completely insane reason Laura abandoned the family mid-trip on the Staten Island Ferry. Yes… really. But beneath the laughs, things take a real turn. After some deeply hurtful personal experiences, Laura unveils her brand-new manifesto: the things she is officially DONE tolerating in life. No more pretending. No more people-pleasing. No more protecting everyone else's feelings at the expense of her own. It's raw, hilarious, emotional, empowering… and honestly? A total doozy. This episode might make you laugh, cringe, reflect… and maybe even write your own manifesto. Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

It's a full-on celebration episode…with chaos, of course. Laura's birthday turns into a mini party complete with laughs, surprises, and one VERY questionable cake situation thanks to Erik, who somehow managed to completely screw it up in the most Erik way possible. Then the drama kicks in as Erik gives an update on his never-ending customer service war that is spiraling into pure comedy at this point. Producer Claire recaps her unforgettable trip to Istanbul, while Laura shares all the emotional, exciting, and exhausting moments from her huge NYC week celebrating her daughter's graduation from Fordham University. Big laughs, ridiculous stories, heartfelt moments, and the kind of fun escape you need to blur out the daily stress. Love your podcast!!!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Laura is headed to NYC to celebrate her daughter's graduation from Fordham University with honors, and the proud mom emotions are REAL. From raising a magical little fairy-mermaid-warrior princess to watching her become a total queen of the world, Laura can barely put into words how proud she is. But because this podcast can never stay emotional for too long…we immediately spiral into absolute chaos with a truth-or-dare style drinking game. Since nobody actually drinks, Laura created the most horrifying punishment beverage imaginable: a disgusting Clamato concoction that nearly took everyone out. It's unhinged, ridiculous, laugh-out-loud funny, and honestly…someone may never recover.Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Online dating turns into a full-blown comedy disaster in this episode of Laura Cain After Dark called “Hinge Cringe.” Laura and Erik read through some of the most awkward, bizarre, and downright painful dating app moments imaginable. From cringey pickup attempts to profile red flags that deserve their own warning labels, the laughs come fast and hard. But the chaos doesn't stop there. We also dive into hilarious personal confessions, random life frustrations, and one of Erik's signature over-the-top rants. The conversation bounces from relatable relationship disasters to outrageous observations about modern life, keeping the energy fun, unpredictable, and totally unfiltered. It's the kind of episode that feels like hanging out with your funniest friends after a couple cocktails — wildly entertaining, slightly inappropriate…just how you like it. . Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

We kick things off with a genuinely baffling phenomenon: Erik gets stopped by strangers constantly — random people, random places, like he's low-key famous for reasons nobody can explain. Laura? Total ghost. Rarely recognized. Forget what you want to do before you die — we're talking about the things we absolutely, positively, never-in-a-million-years want to do. Skydiving? Our Anti Bucket Lists are very personal, surprisingly revealing, and deeply relatable. Laura tells the full saga of a spectacularly graceless fall that tweaked her foot — and the truly disproportionate drama that followed all the way to Mexico. We round things out with “Shitty Choices…” a game that goes deeper and darker and more horrifying than “Would You Rather.” Revealing, funny, shocking and jaw-dropping content. You know, the usual chaos that is our show. We appreciate your participation and you are family to us. Thanks for choosing to watch or listen every week. You're amazing Love your podcast!Here are links to the couch we sit on and what we are wearing...Modular Upholstered Boneless Loveseat Wrought StudioUS$329.99wayfair.com/Wrought-Studio%E2%84%A2--Modular-Upholstered-Boneless-Loveseat-X220385146-L305-K~W119274035.html?refid=FR49-W119274035_667846872&PiID%5B%5D=667846872 Ladies' Beige V-Neck Elegant Fashion VestUS$16.83temu.com/ul/kuiper/un9.html?subj=goods-un&_bg_fs=1&_p_jump_id=1083&_x_vst_scene=adg&goods_id=601105686662457&sku_id=17620678318487&adg_ctx=a-9de0eb01&_x_ns_sku_id=17620678318487&_x_ns_gid=601105686662457&_x_gmc_account=5419522764&_x_login_type=Google Men'S Stylish Casual Round-Neck Jacquard Sweater, Warm And Fitted Knit Pullover for Autumn And WinterUS$34.10temu.com/ul/kuiper/un9.html?subj=goods-un&_bg_fs=1&_p_jump_id=1083&_x_vst_scene=adg&goods_id=601101684876386&sku_id=17601014451453&adg_ctx=a-3f3ff084&_x_ns_sku_id=17601014451453&_x_ns_gid=601101684876386&_x_gmc_account=5419522764&_x_login_type=GoogleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

May just kicked the door down and we said…fine, Bring It On, May! This episode is stacked with everything—Laura's birthday (which Erik insists on aging up every single year…rude), her daughter's big graduation from Fordham University, and all the love (and chaos) of Mother's Day. And in a plot twist no one saw coming—Laura is officially back in the dating pool…

We start things off by dropping not-so-subtle hints that it's a big month for Laura. Her birthday, Mother's Day, and Evan's college graduation all happen in May. Erik gives Laura the usual teasing about her age, which ALWAYS sets her off. So, Erik again wins. Then we launch into what made Erik go coo coo for Cocoa Puffs at a theater last week. What do you think should've been done? Have you ever been through this kind of chaos? Do comedians get to do such a short set for a big ticket price? Your thoughts are welcome and wanted, and we appreciate you for watching and listening every week. You are amazing and so important to us. Oh, subscribe please. haha Love your podcast!!!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Laura spills the tea on her legendary stripper routine to “Battle Flag” by Lo Fidelity Allstars (the remix) — and it sounds amazing. Erik then brings us crashing back to reality with what that routine would actually look like today. We're not judging. Much. We're also obsessed with Alien Girls at the Old Globe Theater in Balboa Park — go see it!! Head to theoldglobe.org and use code GIRLS for 25% off your tickets. You're welcome. Erik wraps things up with a big, juicy Double D Showbiz Report. Hot takes, hot gossip — all of it. Don't miss it!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Buckle up, because this episode does NOT ease you in gently. We kicked things off with the moment of truth from our Text Your Ex segment — and let's just say… not everyone got a reply. (Spoiler: only ONE of us did, and Laura's attempt? Absolutely, magnificently cringe-worthy. We are not okay.) Then Laura redeems herself — sort of — by going full fashion show with her latest Temu hauls. Yes, the links are there, yes, they're suspiciously cheap, and yes, we are absolutely buying them anyway. But the real chaos? Saved for last. We played The Question Game, and things got revealing fast. Highlights include the question “Have you ever cheated?” — and TWO of us raised our hands. No further comment. You'll have to listen. It's drama, discount fashion, and deeply personal confessions all in one episode. Classic us.

We waste NO time diving straight into Erik's extra juicy Double D News—because when it's hot, it's HOT …and it sets the stage perfectly for Laura's big moment…her cameo on 90 Day: The Single Life! Yes, it happened, but wait—it gets even better. We call Laura's sister to get her unfiltered, no-holding-back review of the episode, and let's just say…SHOCKING doesn't even cover it

This one goes OFF the rails in the most uncomfortably hilarious way. We each pick an ex… and then hand over our phones while the others craft the most unhinged, awkward, “should we REALLY send this?” text imaginable. No backing out. No editing. Just hit send and deal with the consequences. The mission? Get a response. The reality? Pure chaos, instant regret, and moments that will make you want to crawl out of your own skin. Did anyone actually hear back… or did we all just ruin our reputations forever? It's cringe. It's bold. It's wildly entertaining. You will squirm, scream, and laugh out loud right along with us. Watch, listen, share, comment, like, subscribe… all the things. Love your podcast!Laura Cain After Dark earns commission on tagged products. Learn moren'S Beach Vacation Ultra-Long Dress Bodycon Dress, Exquisite Floral Pattern Stretch Strap Dress Women'S Dress, Suitable for Graduation Ceremony,US$18.85temu.com/ul/kuiper/un9.html?subj=goods-un&_bg_fs=1&_p_jump_id=1083&_x_vst_scene=adg&goods_id=601103131370587&sku_id=17608152033502&adg_ctx=a-7957eb80&_x_ns_sku_id=17608152033502&_x_ns_gid=601103131370587&_x_gmc_account=5419522764&_x_login_type=GoogleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Coachella chaos, celeb sightings, and a full-on festival download—this episode is stacked! We get the ultimate inside scoop from Star 94.1's Delana, who boots-on-the-ground at Coachella all weekend long. She spills the good (iconic vibes, can't-miss moments), the not-so-fun (hello heat, crowds, and prices) and the most EPIC performances of the weekend. Erik rolls in hot with a LOADED, extra-juicy edition of the Double D Report—serving up all the showbiz tea you didn't know you needed. And just when things were about to get really unhinged… we ran out of time to play “Text Your Ex.”Don't worry—it's happening next episode, and yes, it's going to be terrifying, awkward, and absolutely can't-miss. Prepare yourselves. Listen, watch, laugh, and brace for what's coming next… Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Erik is on a mission: cheer Laura up at all costs…no matter how ridiculous it gets. What starts as sweet quickly spirals into absolute chaos when he whips out a shock device, hooks it up to her arms, and unleashes the most unhinged, hilarious sounds you've ever heard—cue full-on crying laughter from everyone in the room. Just when you think it can't get any crazier, Erik doubles down with a round of “Make Laura Laugh,” armed with painfully bad dad jokes that somehow make everything even more unhinged (and go completely off the rails). It's wild, it's ridiculous, and honestly… it might be exactly what you need to boost your mood too. Hit play, share with your people, and laugh with us— Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Laura kicks things off with something raw, real, and incredibly relatable—opening up about her recent mental struggles in a way that's honest, vulnerable, and, somehow, still sprinkled with humor. It's the kind of moment that reminds you why you love her. Then we take a wild turn… straight into space

Prom night… the hype, the drama, the dresses, the dates—and the stories we've been holding onto for YEARS!!! In this episode, we spill EVERYTHING about our high school prom experiences… who went and who just recently squeezed back into their prom dress …for the first time ever. And wait until you hear from one of the actual prom dates—we call him up and get HIS side of the night. Let's just say… memories were unlocked, truths were revealed, and nothing was off limits. It's nostalgic, it's outrageous, it's a little shocking and a lot hilarious. Whether your prom was magical, awkward, or a total disaster, this episode will take you straight back in time. Hit play, laugh hard, and relive the madness. Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Desert chaos, unlocked. Laura hits the road with Mom and her ride-or-die since high school, the legendary Auntie Doo Doo… and somehow manages to do something at her desert house that NO ONE has done in 45 years (yes, we call her to confirm and she lets all the secrets fly out) Meanwhile, Producer Claire casually announces she's now a mom of SEVEN… seven what exactly?! We've got a quirky little show-and-tell moment before Erik comes in hot with a super juicy Double D Showbiz News drop that you do NOT want to miss. It's weird, it's hilarious, it's us. Hit play, share it, love it. Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

He's 72, fearless, and rocking a tiny yellow speedo like it's a lifestyle—and now he's in OUR studio! From the HBO Max series Neighbors, the one and only Danny Smiechowski joins Laura Cain After Dark to spill the naked truth about living boldly, aging unapologetically, and embracing life with (almost) nothing on.

This is one of the most powerful conversations we've ever had. In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with the voices behind The Last Gift Study—a groundbreaking program giving people living with HIV and AIDS the chance to leave behind something extraordinary: hope. At the end of life, these brave individuals make the selfless decision to contribute to cure-focused research, turning their final chapter into a lasting legacy that could change everything. You'll hear from a respected professor of medicine, the compassionate coordinator guiding participants through this journey, and a woman whose husband made the ultimate, courageous choice. Her story will stay with you. It's raw, it's real, and it's filled with a kind of love and purpose that's hard to put into words. This episode is a reminder that HIV and AIDS are not stories of the past. The stigma still exists. The fight is not over. But neither is the hope. It's emotional. It's eye-opening. It's human. And it just might change the way you see life, loss, and what it truly means to give. thelastgiftmovie.com Love your podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Lights, camera, CHAOS

From relatable to “wait…what?!” this episode is packed with the kind of topics that'll definitely spark opinions. Is “ready sexy” making a comeback? We dive into the trend and whether it's hot…or trying way too hard. Producer Claire and Laura both bring their book stories to the table—one sweet, one slightly shocking—and you'll definitely have thoughts. And the talent of the show is heading to La La Land to style a celebrity for the Oscars this Sunday. Yes, it's kind of a big deal around here! We're buzzing with excitement and can't wait to spill the behind-the-scenes details next week. It's fun, surprising, a little outrageous, and full of the kind of conversations that make you laugh, gasp, and shout your opinion at the speakers.Love your podcast!!!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

Get ready for the Ick Olympics…and trust us, the competition is fierce. Laura and Erik dive head-first into all the little (and not so little) things that make your skin crawl — the habits, behaviors, and moments that instantly give you the ick. From cringe-worthy quirks to downright disturbing scenarios, nothing is safe. Then things get extra spicy when Z90's Rick Moorten joins the show. Laura wastes no time calling him out for a legendary, jaw-dropping concert ick from back in the day… and Rick fires right back by exposing some of Laura's own wildly embarrassing ick-worthy moments. Erik wraps things up with his always-entertaining Double D Showbiz News, serving up the latest buzz from the entertainment world. It's cringey, it's hilarious, and it's the perfect little escape from real life. Hit play, laugh with us, and remember…Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!

lThe Picture” is back… and someone is not gonna be thrilled about it.

Laura and Erik kick things off with a bang as they refuse to watch their own appearance on 90 Day Fiancé: The Single Life—episode 4—where they're supposedly featured! Instead, they call friends and family live to find out the truth. Did they choke? Look amazing? Embarrass themselves? Or did they barely make the cut? The play-by-play from callers is hilarious and the stories are even better. Then Erik unloads a fresh batch of Double D Showbiz—including a surprisingly serious question: what on earth is going on with Jim Carrey?

Want to know what's got us all excited lately!? Laura starts off with a little show and tell by busting out all of the latest products, books, games, etc that are making her life more fun these days. Erik chimes in with his newest obsession and Claire has a movie you might wanna see. We hope you're Learning, laughing and lovin' it. Get your credit card ready! Love your podcast!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/laura-cain-after-dark--4162487/support.SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel, FOLLOW us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, SHARE, LIKE, and by all means COMMENT.  We love your feedback.  Thanks for being part of the Laura Cain After Dark family.  Love your podcast!