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Comedian, cartoonist, actress, and writer Mo Welch joins Andy Richter to discuss her hilarious comedy documentary specials, writing on "The Office" spin-off "The Paper," starting comedy before she even realized she was gay, IHOP spaghetti, and much more. Do you want to talk to Andy and friends live on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Radio? Tell us your favorite dinner party story (about anything!) or ask a question - leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER. Listen to "The Andy Richter Call-In Show" every Wednesday at 1pm Pacific on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Channel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're often told that the secret to success is grit - more discipline, more perseverance, more individual effort. And grit does matter. But what if it's only half the story?In today's world, we've become experts at tracking achievement, yet novices at nurturing belonging - and the cost of that imbalance is showing up everywhere from burnout to loneliness.Few people are better equipped to help me make sense of that tension than today's guest, Angela Duckworth. Angela is a professor of psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, a MacArthur “Genius” Award winner, and the bestselling author of Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance.Angela is one of those people I could talk to for hours and we cover a lot of ground, but our conversation isn't just about grit or performance. It's about something deeper: why belonging gives achievement meaning and why human beings are actually wired to thrive together.In this episode, Angela and I explore how a culture obsessed with individual success quietly erodes teamwork, trust, and wellbeing. We talk about the loneliness epidemic among young people, why grit is so often misunderstood, and why character isn't just about what you do for yourself, but what you do for others. Along the way, we unpack why the smartest people don't always make the best teammates, how incentives shape behavior in ways we rarely notice, and why purpose and people—not willpower—are what sustain us over time.If you've ever felt burned out, disconnected, or wondered why success doesn't feel as satisfying as you thought it would, this conversation is a reminder that meaning doesn't come from standing alone at the top—it comes from being part of something bigger than yourself.This is… A Bit of Optimism.---------------------------To buy Angela's book Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, head to: https://angeladuckworth.com/grit-book ---------------------------

It's time for another installment of Marcato Radio! Once again, it's another non-stop collection of outstanding video game music. Some tracks you've heard before, and some you have not! Enjoy!

Comedian and actress Martha Kelly (Euphoria, Fallout, Baskets) joins The Andy Richter Call-In Show this week to hear your WEIRD INJURY STORIES!  Want to be a part of the Andy Richter Call-In Show? Tell us your favorite dinner party story or ask Andy a question! Fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER or dial 855-266-2604. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This month, questioneers want to know about songs for the year 2000, what the deal is with wax seals, why we say “The butler did it!” when the butler never did it, and how to shirk unwanted company at rowdy retiree lunch club. For more information about this episode, head to answermethispodcast.com/episode414 Got questions for us to answer, or feedback about an episode? Send them in writing or as a voice note to answermethispodcast@googlemail.com, or you can call 0208 123 5877 like the old days. AMT415 will be in your podfeed 26 Febuary 2026, with an episode of Answer Us Back mid-Feb; paying patrons at patreon.com/answermethis also get a batch of Bonus Bits, plus the Petty Problems back catalogue, AND an ad-free version of AMT414. (Sign up at one of the higher tiers to get access to an RSS feed with ALL the AMT stuff EVER, including our entire back catalogue, our six themed albums, the retro AMTs, and every Bit of Crapp from the AMT App!) This episode is sponsored by Squarespace, the all in one platform for creating and running your online empire. Go to squarespace.com/answer, have a play around during the two-week free trial, and when you're ready to launch, get a 10% discount on your first purchase of a website or domain with the code ANSWER. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian and actor Vic Michaelis joins Andy Richter to discuss wanting to be your dad's best friend, why an acting teacher told them their type was “victim,” hosting the hilarious Dropout series "Very Important People," their role in the new Peacock spy show "Ponies," and much more. Do you want to talk to Andy and friends live on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Radio? Tell us your favorite dinner party story (about anything!) or ask a question - leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER. Listen to "The Andy Richter Call-In Show" every Wednesday at 1pm Pacific on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Channel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a world defined by constant change, reinvention isn't optional - it's essential. We often assume reinvention comes from bold leaps or lucky breaks, but actor and author Matthew McConaughey's story suggests a quieter approach can be far more powerful.In this episode, Matthew joins me to explore the inner practices that have shaped both his life and his legendary career in Hollywood. From stepping away from romantic comedies at the height of his success to sitting with uncertainty when there were no guarantees on the other side, Matthew shares how learning to get comfortable with discomfort empowered the most meaningful reinventions of his life. At the center of our conversation is curiosity - self-curiosity. Matthew reflects on decades of journaling as a way to notice patterns, stay honest, and make sense of moments that feel unclear. Rather than avoiding discomfort, he learned to treat it as information to study, learn from, and eventually act on.We talk about what it takes to stay relevant without losing yourself, why reinvention often requires carrying the risk before anyone else believes in the outcome, and how self-curiosity can become a compass when the path forward isn't obvious.Matthew also shares how these ideas come to life in his newest book, Poems & Prayers - a collection of reflections shaped by presence, patience, and the courage to keep asking better questions.If you're navigating change, questioning your direction, or looking to grow while remaining true to yourself, this conversation offers a grounded and thoughtful path forward.This is… A Bit of Optimism.---------------------------To check out Matthew's new book Poems & Prayers, head to: http://www.poemsprayers.com---------------------------

The road to First Light has begun! This week kicks off a new series on Still Loading to celebrate the upcoming James Bond game from IO Interactive called 007 First Light. To kick off the series I am joined by Chris from Consoles and Stuff along with Luigi's Apartment to talk about the first Bond game on the PS2/GameCube/Xbox, James Bond 007: Agent Under Fire. We talk about clones, bodies disappearing mid explosion, bad henchmen and uncomfortable amounts of horniness in the game. But it is James Bond so what do you expect. How does this game stack up against other Bond games? Give it a listen! Follow Luigi on Twitch! https://www.twitch.tv/luigis_apartment Check out A Novel Console on Bluesky! https://bsky.app/profile/anovelconsole.bsky.social Check Out Consoles and Stuff on Bluesky! https://bsky.app/profile/consolesandstuff.bsky.social Check out Consoles and Stuff's website! https://consolesandstuff.com/ Shout-out Song: James Bond Theme (lofi version) Artist: Rich Douglas Original Composer: John Barry & Monty Norman Album: The Spy Who Chilled Me (A James Bond 007 Lofi Project) https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-spy-who-chilled-me-a-james-bond-007-lofi-project/1808713529 End Song: James Bond Theme (Don Veca Remix) Artist: Don Veca Original Composer: John Barry & Monty Norman Album: Agent Under Fire Soundtrack https://youtu.be/AnF0FuhTtuQ?si=saah5Vxdscu30eSA Get Still Loading Podcast merch! https://www.teepublic.com/user/still-loading-podcast Check out the Bit by Bit Foundation! https://www.bitbybitfoundation.org/ Support the Podcast! https://www.patreon.com/stillloadingpod

Read transcriptIn the far future town of Muskegon, the planning of crime is afoot. On a mission from the robotic arms merchant Alexander of Macedon, the Cincinnati Four (Five? Six? Who's keeping count at this point) face their biggest threat yet: the All You Can Eat Buffet Table. Also there's a cat on a jet pack, which is awesome. Sorry this one took so long to release folks. It's been on the deck for a couple of months now, but tech issues kept piling up. After enduring a series of small but frustrating technical setbacks, we've finally got this one edited and out for you all to enjoy! ALSO heads up that starting with episode 11, sound effects and music will be bonus features for our supporters on Ko-Fi and Pinecast. The main feed will still have the same complete episodes, but given the extra work that goes into building out fun soundscapes for these adventures, we felt it would be a nice "thank you" for the folks who support us. There will frequently be other little bonus touches in the patron versions as well! Drop us a line! You can follow us (sporadically) on Facebook, and we'd love to see you on our Discord Channel too. And let us know your thoughts by leaving a review on iTunes or any other podcast aggregate sites. For even more info and options, check out our main website or our low-bandwidth alternative feed site. Links of Note: Official Campaign Wiki at Goblin's Notebook Rifts RPG Ultimate Edition, Digital Rifts Ultimate Edition, Hardcover Bastard Quest Podcast A Cloak of Blades, by Isaac Sher Credits: GM: Kyle Players: NPC, Just Jacob, Alex, Cranston Music: Opening is "8-Bit bass & lead" by Furbyguy, Closing is "Caravana" by Phillip Gross Sound Effects: Unless specified otherwise, all of our sound effects are either self-made, acquired under a Creative Commons Zero license, or sourced by attribution from Tabletop Audio Episode Length (We support chapters!): 01:49:31 Glitter Boys, Rifts, the Megaverse, and all other such topics are the property of Kevin Siembieda and Palladium Books. Please buy all their stuff and help keep them in print and making more games! You can order directly at palladiumbooks.com, and their entire catalog is available digitally at Drive-Thru RPG as well. We release all of our public episodes simultaneously on: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuc8KbdMqx8ajWfm2OUTs7A Audio RSS: https://breakfastpuppies.com/feed/glitterbois Want to help us pay for hosting? We have a few options: Drop us a one-time donation or a recurring membership at our Ko-Fi page Follow this link to our Pinecast Tip Jar We've got a merch store if you're looking for some sweet Glitterbois swag. Check out our affiliate store and buy some of the various products we endorse. Support The Glitterbois by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-glitterbois Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/the-glitterbois/d49ff3e6-f218-44a7-b03c-3c9bc0124f77 This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-66e5ee for 40% off for 4 months, and support The Glitterbois.

This week, we're looking back at writer, comedian, and actress Fortune Feimster's appearance on the Andy Richter Call-In Show! Hear stories about nude skydiving, international ping pong competitions, many injuries, and a baffling wild-card story. This episode was recorded on Wednesday 11/6/2024.Want to call in? Fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER or dial 855-266-2604.  This episode previously aired on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Radio (ch. 104). If you'd like to hear these episodes in advance, new episodes premiere exclusively for SiriusXM subscribers on Conan O'Brien Radio and the SiriusXM app every Wednesday at 4pm ET/1pm PT. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Content Warning: Entomophobia, Fungi and RotThe Beholder out of sight, the Hunting Party turns their attention to the vestiges of his work across the Beastlands. First up, the new colony knocking on their door. Can they unite to stand against the hive mind? Or is this Queen's gambit enough to finish the Unicorn Knights?---Our show contains fantasy violence (and the occasional foul language), treat us like a PG-13 program!---Thank you to our friends at Join the Party! Check them out Here:https://www.jointhepartypod.com/Multitude Podcasts: https://multitude.productions/showsInstagram: @jointhepartypodVR-LA and Vhas enamel pins available now! Order yours while supplies last:https://crowdmade.com/collections/rolling-with-difficultyRolling with Difficulty Patreon:patreon.com/rollingwithdifficultyRolling with Difficulty Discord:https://discord.gg/8c9e4xhUKyMerch:https://crowdmade.com/collections/rolling-with-difficultyContact the Pod:rollwithdifficulty@gmail.comRSS Feed: https://rollingwithdifficultypod.transistor.fm/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RollingwithDifficultyInstagram: @rollwithdifficultyBlueSky: @rollwithdifficulty.bsky.socialTik Tok: @rollwithdifficultyCast:Dungeon Master - Austin FunkBlueSky: @atthefunk.bsky.socialThe Set's Journal of Faerun: https://www.dmsguild.com/product/345568/The-Sets-Journal-of-Faerun-Vol-1?term=the+setKatya -  Sophia RicciardiBlueSky: @sophiekay.bsky.socialInstagram: @_sophie_kayMoviestruck: https://moviestruck.transistor.fm/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/moviestruckTrystine - OSP RedBlueSky: @overlysarcastic.bsky.socialInstagram: @overly.sarcastic.productionsOverly Sarcastic Productions: https://www.youtube.com/c/OverlySarcasticProductionsChannel/Kireek - NoirBlueSky: @noirgalaxies.bsky.socialInstagram: @noirgalaxiesGarou -  WallyBlueSky: @wallydraws.bsky.socialInstagram: @stuckinspacePortfolio: https://ghost_astronaut.artstation.com/Want to send us snail mail? Use this Address:Austin Funk1314 5th AvePO Box # 1163Bay Shore NY 11706Character Art by @stuckinspaceBackground Art by @tanukimi.sMusic by: Dominic Ricciardihttps://soundcloud.com/dominicricciardimusicFeatured Tracks:Hunting Party ThemeWhen Will the Beast Land?Rolling, Possibly with a Bit of DifficultyBig BattleTense MomentThe Beast Has Landed ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Coming at you LIVE from Benny Frank's! Where we are joined by Food Network's ‘Chopped' Champion Chef Enrique where he gives us some incite to being a chef, his speciality menu at Benny Frank's and the perks of being Chef Enrique. Plus Voo hits us with 21 questions where things get a little spicy. Follow us on social media @AaronScenesAfterParty

This week, the crew kicks off their 2025 Game of the Year series by debating a variety of award categories. From the vast puzzle rooms of the Mount Holly Estate in Blue Prince to branching narratives of Dispatch and so much more, there's a game here for everyone. Let's close out 2025 in style. Stay tuned for the next episode for the reveal of the Crossplay Conversations Top 10 Games of 2025! Find Timestamps for this Episode Below: 0:00 - Intro 4:20  - Best Gameplay Loop 42:41 - Most Underrated Game 1:17:07 - The Business Boy's 2025 Bit of Bad Business 1:58:11 - Outro Find us on BlueSky for show updates and more: Podcast: @crossplayconvos.bsky.social Jacob: @jacob.bsky.social Luke: @lukewarmlewis.bsky.social Joseph: @th3hoopman.bsky.social Claire: @clairebearrose.bsky.social Check out our other shows: Player Player Podcast Left Behind Game Club The LukeWarmGames Podcast Cutscenes: A Video Game Movie Podcast

Anthony Jeselnik returns to podcasting! The stand-up comedian joins Andy Richter to discuss why he stopped doing roasts, his mission to get more men to read, his upcoming “year of clubs,” why video clips made him stop podcasting, and much more. Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Radio? Tell us your favorite dinner party story (about anything!) or ask a question - leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER. Listen to "The Andy Richter Call-In Show" every Wednesday at 1pm Pacific on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Channel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hello from Team Simon! We'll be back next week—January 27, 2026—with brand-new episodes of A Bit of Optimism. We're excited to bring you new guests, conversations, and opportunities to learn.Until then, we're diving back into the archives to revisit one of our favorite episodes from 2024, when comedian Trevor Noah joined the show… to get as serious as possible.Most Americans know Trevor as the former host of The Daily Show, a bestselling author, and a stand-up comedian. But his brand of humor isn't just a barrel of laughs— it's raw, witty, thought-provoking, and often makes you see the world in a whole new way.In this conversation, Simon and Trevor ditched the small talk (mostly) and went deep into the paradox of choice, the public's response to the murder of United HealthCare's CEO, and why the human experience might be defined by constraint.It will make you chuckle, think, and probably question everything all at once.This… is A Bit of Optimism.---------------------------For more on Trevor and his work, check out: https://www.trevornoah.com/ 

When I tell you this episode is filled with Doof I mean it. This week on the show Dexter Morrill and I break down episode 10 of the Legend of Zelda cartoon called Hitch in the Works. Dex and I discuss the teeth of a new character called Doof, links sudden penchant for fishing, Zelda being forced into marrying Gannon with the grim reaper officiating!? Will Dex and I plan the ultimate vow renewal for our respective marriages!? What kind of an episode is this? Follow Dexter on social media! Instagram BlueSky Shout-out Song: Temple Trance Artist: bLiNd Original Composer: Koji Kondo Album: N/A https://ocremix.org/remix/OCR00632 End Song: Time of Courage Artist: Aero Z Original Composer: Koji Kondo Album: N/A https://ocremix.org/remix/OCR03793 Get Still Loading Podcast merch! https://www.teepublic.com/user/still-loading-podcast Check out the Bit by Bit Foundation! https://www.bitbybitfoundation.org/ Support the Podcast! https://www.patreon.com/stillloadingpod

Dave is touring! He's at the Perth Fringe - Saturday 24 Jan and Sunday 25 Jan Get Somehow UN-Related! It's our subscriber-only show with Glenn and Dave! Get it here, on Apple Podcasts or go to Nearly.com.au This episode! "Up yours!" Might not have heard that since high school? Archery? Bit of a school camp activity. But it's beamed into our loungerooms every four years as an Olympic sport. Thinking Music Robin Hood Theme - Youtube Link to the answer NBC News Support the podcasts you enjoy - check out Lenny.fm More about the show - www.nearly.com.au/somehow-related-podcast-with-glenn-robbins-and-dave-oneil/ Somehow Related is produced by Nearly Media. Original theme music by Kit Warhurst. Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis. Looking for another podcast? The Debrief with Dave O'Neil - Dave's other podcasts with comedians after gigs. The Junkees with Dave O'Neil & Kitty Flanagan - The sweet and salty roundabout! Junk food abounds!Support on Lenny.fm: https://www.lenny.fm/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we talked about “My Tiny Senpai” and the discussion was a bit of a ride because we spent the first half totally talking past each other. Jack was trying to give the Manager credit as well shed light on what he was doing, while Rick was convinced he was talking about the main couple's lack of progress. Once we cleared that up, we both agreed that for an office romance, these characters and the anime as a whole acted way too much like a high school show rather than a workplace romance show. Rick argued that the show's "goldfish memory" where progress basically reset every episode made him feel anxious through the whole thing. And Jack felt like the whole  season felt like one giant filler episode. About the anime:My Tiny Senpai is basically a cozy office romance slice of life type of show where Takuma Shinozaki is a new-ish employee trying to keep his head above water, and his senior coworker Shiori Katase keeps swooping in with praise, encouragement, followed up with a “I'm just being a good senpai” type of feeling and mentality that keeps throwing him off his game. The catch is, she's tiny, she's adorable, and way more doting than a normal workplace relationship would/should allow.Next Week's Pick: “The Great Cleric”Have you had the chance to watch My Tiny Senpai or any of our previous selections? We'd love to hear your thoughts and recommendations for future picks!Deals for You:Supporting your anime binge sessions is what we do best! Here are some exclusive deals that'll make your anime-watching experience even better.Crunchyroll Affiliate Offers:Get 15% off your first anime merch order here.Stream your favorite anime with Crunchyroll. Start Your Free TrialTokyoTreat Special: Use code "FEATUREDANIME" for $5 off your first box through this TokyoTreat link.Looking for some podcast merch? We've got you covered:Main StoreAlternative ShopSupport Our PodcastLove what we do? Support the podcast through Patreon! You can get access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more.Support us on PatreonStay Connected With UsDon't miss out on our latest episodes or discussions! Join us across our social channels and be part of the community:Contact UsAnime List: Check out our anime list on MyAnimeList.Twitch: Watch us live on twitch.tv/featuredanimepodcastEmail: info@featuredanimepodcast.comX (Twitter): @ThoseAnimeGuysFacebook: Featured Anime PodcastDiscord: Join our DiscordAnime Info and Our Ratings: Producers: TV Asahi, Takeshobo, Nagoya Broadcasting Network, Universal Music Japan, DMM.com, Kadokawa Media House, DMM pictures, My Theater D.D., Good Smile Film, Bit grooove promotion, TV Asahi Music, Vobile Japan, REMOWStudio: Project No.9Source: MangaGenres: Romance, Comedy, Slice of LifeAired: July 2023 to October 2023Number of Episodes: 12Our Scores: Jack's Score: 5 / 10Rick's Score: 4 / 10

 For this "Rebroadcast", Karl & Will share their episode originally released way back in August of 2015- "1991 (#176)!" Enjoy this blast from the past, where the guys spotlit on one year in video game music history, and arguably one of the most seminal years there ever was: 1991.

Comedian, actress, and musician Kerri Kenney-Silver (Reno 911! The Four Seasons! The State!) joins The Andy Richter Call-In Show this week to hear your NEW YEAR FAIL STORIES!  Want to be a part of the Andy Richter Call-In Show? Tell us your favorite dinner party story or ask Andy a question! Fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER or dial 855-266-2604. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 285: Did you know that there comes a time when ALL Christians hit a "Wall" in our spiritual lives? YES, that's right, and today you will hear the last part of today's LIVE workshop Ready To A.R.I.S.E.! Sister, you are in for a real treat because only my email subscribers get access to the ENTIRE workshop (no worries if you are not a subscriber yet-you can still get the whole replay PLUS the workbook by signing up here):  Bit.ly/arisecollective If you are READY to Join TODAY during the 5-day Open Enrollment, then click here: Tinyurl.com/arisemembership Enrollment closes on Wednesday, January 21st, 2026, at midnight!

How We Seeez It! Episode 319, Snatch (2001) “You should never underestimate the predictability of stupidity.” – Bullet Tooth Tony.  Guy Ritchie's fun, high-paced, highly rewatchable look at a jewel heist gone wrong. Throw in an unpredictable underground boxing match and plenty of indecipherable speech. The unique style of this movie will have you watching it again, or maybe it is just Brad Pitt's portrayal of Mickey. So, join us for the discussion, and don't forget about our cocktails for this episode. There should be some good ones. As always, mix a drink, have a listen, and let us know what you think. Let us know if there is something you watched that we might enjoy, or a can't-miss series. Also, please rate and review the show on all your favorite podcast apps. Drinks for the episode "Proper Facked" Start wit' da burny one… yeh know. Touch a' lemony fing. Splash a' sumfin' sweet. Bit a' da dodgy stuff. Chuck it all in. Don' bash it about. Pour it. Done. “Typsy Gypsy”  1 oz Luxardo Del Santo 2 oz Gunpowder Irish Gin .75 oz Aperol .5 oz Charred Grapefruit Tonic .5 oz Lime Juice .5 oz Lemon infused simple syrup Show links. https://hwsi.podbean.com/e/snatch-2001/  HWSI LinkTree HWSI Facebook Link  HWSI Instagram Link HWSI Youtube link !!  You can also email the Podcast at the.HWSI.podcast@gmail.com

The Tektronix Computer...an expensive mid 70's computer with a unique trick that make it popular in both high end business situation and the entertainment industry. Today we will talk about this special super computer from the mid seventies and see if it can game! Join Amigo Aaron and THE BRENT for ARG as we try out Weather War and Bomber!

Musicians and actors Nat and Alex Wolff join Andy Richter to discuss their upcoming self-titled album, getting their start as kids on “The Naked Brothers Band” TV show, meeting Paul McCartney, sibling fights vs. band fights, Marvin the Dog, and much more.  Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Radio? Tell us your favorite dinner party story (about anything!) or ask a question - leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER. Listen to "The Andy Richter Call-In Show" every Wednesday at 1pm Pacific on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Channel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Team Simon here! We're revisiting some of our favorite episodes from 2025. But we'll be back in just two weeks with brand-new episodes of A Bit of Optimism on January 27, 2026. We think you're going to love them!Today, we're going back to January of last year when Dr. Becky Kennedy joined us to discuss the hardest job in the world—parenting. It turns out, it's also one of the best training grounds for leadership.Dr. Becky Kennedy, aka the “Millennial Parent Whisperer,” became an essential voice for caretakers by offering practical, actionable parenting advice that resonated with millions during the pandemic. As a clinical psychologist and founder of Good Inside, she's now helping parents build sturdy leadership skills that not only transform their homes but also their work lives.In this conversation, Dr. Becky shares how understanding boundaries, emotional triggers, and big feelings can help us become more effective leaders. Whether you're a parent or a manager (or both!), her insights will help you lead with more intention, connection, and confidence.This… is A Bit of Optimism.---------------------------Check out Dr. Becky's work: https://www.goodinside.com/

ANTIC Episode 124 In this episode of ANTIC The Atari 8-Bit Computer Podcast… We have lots of game news and  emulator updates, Brad imitates a pirate, and Kay tells us that the Atari 8-bit is the "Computer of Love"! READY! Recurring Links  Floppy Days Podcast  AtariArchives.org  AtariMagazines.com  Kay's Book "Terrible Nerd"  New Atari books scans at archive.org  ANTIC feedback at AtariAge  Atari interview discussion thread on AtariAge  Interview index: here  ANTIC Facebook Page  AHCS  Eaten By a Grue  Next Without For  What we've been up to Kay's 2025 Wrapped - https://www.patreon.com/posts/kays-2025-147182056  Support Kay's Patreon and support ANTIC! -  https://www.patreon.com/savetz  Annual posting of older articles: https://archive.org/details/savetz_articles?sort=-addeddate https://archive.org/details/savetzarticle_reverend-apple https://archive.org/details/savetzarticle_finding-randy https://archive.org/details/savetzarticle_the-making-of-antic Interim Computer Museum - https://icm.museum  Events at https://icm.museum/?events  Repairing The Atari 8 Bit Astra Big D Disk Drive! by Paul Westphal - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIZPgYxfrAU  Fujisan:  https://github.com/pedgarcia/fujisan/releases/tag/v1.1.0  Fujinet Lobby games - http://fujinet.online:8080/  FastBASIC - https://github.com/dmsc/fastbasic  Video from Paul Garcia showing Fujinet-PC integration - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kwd0wwFohso  Indy Vintage Computer Club -  XF551 drive - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atari_XF551  Commodore 64 Ultimate - https://www.commodore.net  RM 800XL - https://revive-machines.com/index-en.html  Stan Veit Podcast: David Greelish and Randy read Chapter 13 ("The Atari Story") - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLCoJ-oA_V0  Stan Veit @ wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stan_Veit  New and Updated Games Ultimate Atari Games Database by Philippe Lafortune:  https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1JaKMQio82/?mibextid=wwXIfr  Invite link - https://airtable.com/invite/r/rhutWb7a  Atari Party Panic v1.2 by Andy Diller:  https://forums.atariage.com/topic/386758-atari-party-panic-v12/  https://massiverobot.itch.io/panic  New game: Carcer from h4plo: You can get it from here - https://h4plo.itch.io/carcer  Discussion - https://forums.atariage.com/topic/386514-new-game-carcer/  Overflow Santa - New Christmas game from A/W/A: https://forums.atariage.com/topic/386809-overflow-santa-new-christmas-game-from-awa/  Overflow Santa 8bit.xex(Atari 8-bit binary file)  Overflow Santa 8bit.rom(Atari 8-bit cartridge)  KillZone: First Real-Time Multiplayer Gaming - https://www.atariorbit.org/2025/12/13/killzone-v-1-2/  Street Fighter II Released!: https://forums.atariage.com/topic/381129-street-fighter-2-for-atari-xexl/page/25/#findComment-5759887  https://vega.atari.pl/  https://vega.atari.pl/main-page/street-fighter-ii/ Pole Position Now Saves Tracks Over FujiNet (Thom Cherryhomes): Discussion - https://forums.atariage.com/topic/387116-sharing-pole-position-race-designer-tracks-over-fujinet/  Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XI0sgh9DGaw  Atari 8-Bit/5200 Homebrew Games Released/Completed/WIP in 2025 - https://forums.atariage.com/topic/378311-atari-8-bit5200-homebrew-games-releasedcompletedwip-in-2025/  New and Updated Software News Years Disk 2026 - https://demozoo.org/productions/384184/  Altirra 4.40 released from Phaeron: https://forums.atariage.com/topic/387055-altirra-440-released/  https://www.virtualdub.org/altirra.html  New version 7.0 of ASAP, Another Slight Atari Player, the most accurate Atari 8-bit computers tunes player for modern computers and mobile devices - https://asap.sourceforge.net  Publications December, 2025 Compute's Gazette with ANTIC article written by Brian Cox - https://shop.computesgazette.com/product/computes-gazette-issue-6-digital-edition/  AtariProjects - https://atariprojects.org/  Atari Insights January 2026: Newsletters - https://ataribasics.com/newsletter-hub/  YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@AtariBasics  New and Updated Hardware Atari SX212 WiFi Retromodem - https://tempestfpga.com/sx212/  XL-Expander, a prototype add-on for Atari 800XL machines - https://bsky.app/profile/philsan.bsky.social/post/3ma6ybpxd6s2j  Custom Casing for the 130XE Pixel Perfect Motherboard - https://forums.atariage.com/topic/383379-new-11-1000dpi-replica-of-atari-xe-motherboard-%E2%80%93-interest-check/page/10/#comment-5772225  3D printed joystick Atari XL computers style - https://makerworld.com/en/models/2108894-atari-xl-style-joystick#profileId-2281361  Atari 400 mini at Atari.com - https://atari.com/products/atari-400-mini-1  Other The Magic Room film ebay - https://www.ebay.com/itm/116928122102  A 'Playable' Atari-Themed Hotel Is Coming - https://people.com/atari-hotel-planned-for-phoenix-interactive-esports-venue-photos-11871760 Stewart Cheifet died: https://obits.goldsteinsfuneral.com/stewart-cheifet  https://archive.org/details/computerchronicles  Upcoming Shows Vintage Computer Festival Montreal - Jan. 24-25, 2026 - Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC - https://vcfed.org/vcf-montreal/  Vintage Electronics Expo - Jan. 31, 2026 - Oakland Expo Center, Waterford, MI -  https://www.thevee.org/  Vintage Computer Festival SoCal - February 14-15, 2026 - Hotel Fera Events Center, Orange, CA - vcfsocal.com  Indy Classic Computer and Video Game Expo - March 20-22 - Wyndham Indianapolis Airport Hotel, Indianapolis, IN - https://indyclassic.org/  VCF East - April 17-19 2026 - InfoAge Science and History Museums, Wall, NJ - https://vcfed.org/events/vintage-computer-festival-east/  Midwest Gaming Classic - April 24-26 - Baird Center, Milwaukee, WI - https://www.midwestgamingclassic.com/  VCF Europe - May 1-3 - Munich, Germany - https://vcfe.org/E/  Vintage Computer Festival Pacific Northwest 2026 - May 2-3 - Tukwila Community Center, South Tukwila, WA -  https://vcfpnw.org  VCF Southwest - May 29-31, 2026 - Westin Dallas Ft. Worth Airport - https://www.vcfsw.org/  Retrofest 2026 - May 30-31 - Steam Museum of the Great Western Railway, Swindon, UK - https://retrofest.uk/  YouTube Videos FujiNet Battleship now for Atari 8-bit, Apple II, CoCo, and MS-DOS - Thom Cherryhomes - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3BQc3zVl8qk  How I made an Atari 130XE Laptop Using Original Hardware - Sideburn Studios - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAKrEe_ttOE  The Atari 8-Bit Second Maturity (A 2025 Deep Dive) - AtariBasics with John Zielke - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5d3JgZMFZIo  FujiNet-RetroMate: Online Chess with Atari 8-bit Computers - Greg Gallardo - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H53JR2-PBQE  New at Github  https://github.com/mozzwald/pokeystream https://github.com/mozzwald/udp-pokey-sample https://github.com/rickcollette/atariforge https://github.com/fredlcore/ATASCOIID https://youtu.be/g4ffy4TXI-c?si=fihGVG0pGeuSOQqg  https://github.com/rachel-multiverse/rachel-atari-800  Listener Feedback https://github.com/gitGalu/8bitworkshop-mcp   

The Vita is an interesting system. It feels like it's a system that for those who love it REALLY love it and everyone is neutral at best. What has always interested me about the Vita were all of it's gimmicks and addons. The touch back touch screen, front facing camera, front facing touch screen, back facing camera, gyro controls and so many more. But what interests me the most about it are the games for the system that somehow marry all those gimmicks together in a cohesive package. Gravity Rush is one of those games. Helping me shift gravity on this episode are first time guests Alex from the Low Five Gaming podcast and community member Soccr. We chat about what makes Gravity Rush so special, how it translated it's handheld controls with all of the gimmicks to the home console that doesn't have all that, just how damn cool the world of Gravity Rush is and so much more. Have you ever wanted to change the laws of gravity? Listen to this episode to see how Gravity Rush does just that. Follow Soccr on Bluesky HERE Check out Low Five Gaming on their website HERE Also checkout Low Five Gaming on Blyesky HERE Shout-out Song: Old Town Composer: Kohei Tanaka Album: Gravity Rush OST https://youtu.be/3zEeJ2X0uFg?si=D5ut3pL1zdaiNqSa End Song: Pleasure Quarter Composer: Kohei Tanaka Album: Gravity Rush OST https://youtu.be/BxIC6Vu1ee0?si=X06Wi1EYwxWut5z8 Get Still Loading Podcast merch! https://www.teepublic.com/user/still-loading-podcast Check out the Bit by Bit Foundation! https://www.bitbybitfoundation.org/ Support the Podcast! https://www.patreon.com/stillloadingpod

The Andy Richter Call-In Show was off for the holidays last week, so today we are looking back at our episode with the hilarious Thomas Lennon (Reno 911, Santa Clarita Diet) talking BAD ROOMMATES! In this episode of Andy's weekly SiriusXM radio show, we hear stories from callers about stolen cars, cooking lead in the kitchen, communal bathroom faux pas, contraband hoarders, and much more. Want to call in? Fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER or dial 855-266-2604.This episode previously aired on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Radio (ch. 104). If you'd like to hear these episodes in advance, new episodes premiere exclusively for SiriusXM subscribers on Conan O'Brien Radio and the SiriusXM app every Wednesday at 4pm ET/1pm PT. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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How do you tell your parents you've been married for several years? Is bell-ringing a sport? What should you wear on a TV quiz show? How rich/soggy is Mr Darcy? And what species is a Womble? AMT413 questioneers want to know all these things and more. For more information about this episode, visit answermethispodcast.com/episode413, and let us know your weird snack preferences too.  Got questions for us to answer, or feedback about an episode? Send them in writing or as a voice note to answermethispodcast@googlemail.com, or you can call 0208 123 5877 like the old days. AMT414 will be in your podfeed 29 January 2026, and paying patrons also get a fresh edition of our video livestream question-answering session Petty Problems on 16 January. So become a patron at patreon.com/answermethis and you not only get to watch all the Petty Problemses, you also receive an ad-free version of the episode, plus bonus material each month, and if you sign up at one of the higher tiers, you get access to an RSS feed with ALL the AMT stuff EVER, including our entire back catalogue, our six themed albums, the retro AMTs, and every Bit of Crapp from the AMT App. Cor! AND you're helping with the continuing existence of AMT through 2026. Also, if you want to check out our other podcasts that we mention at the end of this episode: Olly's daily history show Today in History with the Retrospectors is here, and you'll find Helen's Pride and Prejudice re-caps in the archive of Veronica Mars Investigations. This episode is sponsored by Squarespace, the all in one platform for creating and running your online empire. Go to squarespace.com/answer, have a play around during the two-week free trial, and when you're ready to launch, get a 10% discount on your first purchase of a website or domain with the code ANSWER. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Jeff Mains sits down with Luv Kapur, a technology leader at Bit who's reshaping how enterprises build software. Luv shares his journey from leading platform engineering at one of Canada's largest pension funds to joining a startup on a mission to help organizations scale development through composability and AI-powered tools.The conversation explores how AI is fundamentally changing software development—not by writing more code, but by enabling teams to compose better solutions with less custom code. Luv challenges the hype around code generation, arguing that the real bottleneck isn't writing code but translating business requirements into sound architecture and reusing battle-tested components.Luv also offers a grounded perspective on AI's impact on jobs, the importance of discoverability in component libraries, and practical advice for CTOs building composable organizations.Key Takeaways[0:00] - Episode introduction: AI-powered, cloud-native enterprise development tools[1:00] - The hidden cost of poor discoverability in internal libraries and how it silently slows high-performing teams[4:26] - Luv's background: From leading platform engineering at Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan to joining Bit[4:47] - The spark for the leap: Believing in the mission of helping enterprises scale development globally[5:19] - The consistency problem: When products span multiple teams but feel disjointed to users[6:37] - Building a platform team whose customers are developers themselves[7:23] - Discoverability as the key problem: Developers couldn't find what already existed[9:24] - Why inner source software transforms development artifacts into invaluable organizational assets[11:37] - Viewing your org chart as a dependency graph, not a hierarchy[15:51] - The AI hype is justified, but code generation isn't the real bottleneck[17:01] - The bottleneck is translating business requirements into software architecture, not writing code[18:41] - AI should help us do less work, not more work[19:27] - Why developers won't lose jobs: There's infinite work, not finite work[20:19] - Reusing battle-tested components increases quality and reduces surface area for errors[21:59] - Reducing AI context to dependency graphs and APIs prevents hallucinations[23:05] - Private enterprise data is the gold mine for AI value[24:35] - The rise of citizen developers: Non-technical people building with natural language[26:40] - Empowering citizen developers with internal component marketplaces[27:19] - How AI changes the build vs. buy equation through faster prototyping[30:09] - Internal tools will be hit hardest by AI disruption[34:41] - SaaS companies must align with core business value to stay sticky[36:19] - The biggest mistake: Equating vibe-engineered solutions with production-ready software[39:01] - Building AI muscle: Start with clear scoped goals, not vague initiatives[40:45] - The future: Higher skill ceiling, elimination of junior developer roles, but more opportunities overall[43:45] - Junior developers must contribute to open source and build visible impact[44:31] - The one capability every software leader needs: Willingness to adopt AI and keep learningTweetable Quotes"For an internal team, if it doesn't get adopted, it's useless. Adoption is key." - Luv...

COURTSIDE MAVERICK feat. @xo.mariza_ & @louis.lit We're kicking off the new year with the OG horny crew! Mariza comes by for a little after party reunion as we catch up with her and her latest move to Dallas. She tells us why El Paso men give her the ick and she tells us all about her throuple in paradise. Follow us on social media @AaronScenesAfterParty

Andy and comedian Frankie Quiñones have a funny and emotional conversation about recovery, therapy, and Pendleton shirts. The star of the Hulu sitcom “This Fool” joins Andy Richter to discuss his new comedy special, his journey with addiction and the incredible breakthroughs he's made, his characters Creeper and Juanita Carmelita, the scary wake-up call that saved his life, and much more. Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Radio? Tell us your favorite dinner party story (about anything!) or ask a question - leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER. Listen to "The Andy Richter Call-In Show" every Wednesday at 1pm Pacific on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Channel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy New Year from Team Simon! We're so excited to bring you more new episodes of A Bit of Optimism when we return on January 27, 2026. With your support, we'll make 2026 an incredible year together. In the meantime, we're revisiting some of our favorite episodes from last year.We kicked off 2025 with a guest most podcast enthusiasts probably have heard of—Mel Robbins. This insightful conversation answers an important question: how do we push through the days where life can feel overwhelming? Especially when we're too drained to even get out of bed.For Mel Robbins, facing this very question turned her life around. Struggling with $800,000 in debt and at rock bottom, she became obsessed with finding practical ways to regain control. Fast forward to today, and Mel is a bestselling author and podcast host who has helped millions transform their lives. In her latest book, The Let Them Theory, she reveals how shedding the weight of others' expectations can help us live more authentically.Simon sat down with Mel to dive into how we can take action when we're emotionally spent, why our need for control ties us to other people's opinions, and how giving others the freedom to be themselves allows us to align with our true values.This… is A Bit of Optimism.---------------------------For more on Mel and her work, check out: https://www.melrobbins.com/podcastand her book: https://www.melrobbins.com/letthemtheory

GET THE REASON WHY in TODAY'S AFTERWORDS PODCAST! SUPER EXCLUSIVE BTS! Today On The Show, THE FIRST SECOND DATE OF 2026 and it's a DOOZY. It's a ROUGH ECONOMY. Bit first, DRUNK DIAL LOUNGE! Then, Is Payton even going to be able to get married this year or is she pushing the date back? When were YOU unprepared. Then, it's REMEMBER THE TIME, ZAYN GIVEAWAY, and MINUTE TO WIN IT. Will today FINALLY be the winner? All of this and MUCH MUCH more today on Johnjay & Rich!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are kicking off 2026 with a giant episode! Joining me are friends of the show Chris Coplien from the Retro Hangover Podcast and Mick Arcade from Nerd's Cant to help me rank game console controllers. The inspiration for this episode came from Bitmap Books, who was kind enough to send all of us a review copy of their recently released book Trigger Happy. Trigger Happy is a visual compendium of game controllers so we figured what better way to celebrate videogame controllers than to do a big ranking episode. We ranked 19 controllers from the NES up to the PS4/XB One/Switch. If the episode already wasn't about 3 hours long we may have considered ranking more. Anyway. Which controller is the highest ranked? Who has the hottest controller take? Listen to the episode and then share your thoughts on our rankings or share your own with us on our socials! Check out Trigger Happy from Bitmap Books! https://www.bitmapbooks.com/products/trigger-happy-a-visual-celebration-of-video-game-controllers Follow Mick on social media! Instagram Follow Chris and Retro Hangover! https://linktr.ee/retrohangover Shout-out Song: Seaside Artist: Hyper Potions Original Composer: N/A Album: N/A https://chompochompo.bandcamp.com/track/seaside End Song: Snowball Fight Artist: Hyper Potions Original Composer: N/A Album: N/A https://hyperpotions.bandcamp.com/track/snowball-fight Get Still Loading Podcast merch! https://www.teepublic.com/user/still-loading-podcast Check out the Bit by Bit Foundation! https://www.bitbybitfoundation.org/ Support the Podcast! https://www.patreon.com/stillloadingpod

 It's Guest Host Takeover time!! 4 mystery hosts spotlight on 2 incredible and very different recent beat-em-up soundtracks: TMNT- Shredder's Revenge & Absolum! Enjoy!

Another episode of Classic Gaming Brothers! Happy New Year! We are breaking down 20 games that we are excited for in 2026.  -- We have officially launched a Patreon! Check it out: https://patreon.com/ClassicGamingBrothers -- Send us feedback on episodes at ClassicGamingBrothers@gmail.com (and have a chance at winning a free game!), comment on our Facebook or shoot us a DM. -- Make sure to like our pages and subscribe to our podcast on your favorite streaming service we are on most of them. -- Check us out on Twitch at https://Twitch.tv/classicgamingbrothers and YouTube @Classicgamingbrothers. -- We have a website, it is at https://www.classicgamingbrothers.com    -- Intro/Outro song is "The Little Broth" by Rolemusic from the album "The Black Dot". The BWP song when used is "The Black" also by Rolemusic -- Auld Lang Syne 8-Bit by Bulby on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WlhXiXs_A_Y

The newcomer teacher's role may be changing as Multilingual Learner numbers change.  In this episode of the Boosting Achievement ESL Podcast, Dr. Carol Salva shares about how an ELD professional can support content teachers who may be new to serving Multilinguals. You'll also get free resources to go with the recommendations. Links are at BIT.LY/BAPODCASTThis episode includes AI-generated content.

Comedian and actress Lisa Gilroy (Jury Duty, Comedy Bang Bang) joins The Andy Richter Call-In Show  to talk TRAVEL NIGHTMARES! In this episode of Andy's weekly SiriusXM radio show, we hear stories from callers about border disputes, scary plane turbulence, break-ups on the road, and much more. This episode originally aired in August 2024.Want to be a part of the Andy Richter Call-In Show? Tell us your favorite dinner party story or ask Andy a question! Fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER or dial 855-266-2604.This episode previously aired on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Radio (ch. 104). If you'd like to hear these episodes in advance, new episodes premiere exclusively for SiriusXM subscribers on Conan O'Brien Radio and the SiriusXM app every Wednesday at 4pm ET/1pm PT. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

“Late Night with Conan O'Brien” head writer and showrunner of “Andy Barker, P.I.,” Jonathan Groff joins Andy Richter to discuss their many collaborations, Andy's home-runs at Yankee Stadium, their first interaction (before Jonathan even worked on “Late Night!”), what being a good head writer means, how he became one of Disney's go-to sitcom consultants, and much more. Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Radio? Tell us your favorite dinner party story (about anything!) or ask a question - leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER. Listen to "The Andy Richter Call-In Show" every Wednesday at 1pm Pacific on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Channel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Team Simon is revisiting some of the episodes you helped make our favorites of the year until A Bit of Optimism returns on January 27, 2026, with brand-new episodes.We're rewinding back to August, when talented polymath Elle Cordova joined the show and unpacked how we're all wired to chase the next spark. We scroll, swipe, refresh, and repeat—but some of our brightest ideas sneak in when we stop chasing, let boredom settle in, and give our minds room to wander.Elle knows the power of that pause. When the pandemic hit pause on her life as a touring musician, she stumbled into new creative territory—making offbeat comedy videos about delightfully nerdy topics like particle physics, grammar, and fonts. Those sketches went viral, and suddenly she was thriving as a social media creator with a devoted following.In this episode, Simon and Elle talk about finding what truly lights you up, pushing through writer's block, working with anxiety—and yes, Star Wars makes an appearance (because of course it does). Plus, Elle treats us to a live, in-studio performance of her song “Roswell.”This… is A Bit of Optimism.---------------------------For more on Elle, check out: https://www.ellecordova.com/

Comedian Kyle Mooney joins The Andy Richter Call-In Show this week to hear your GIFTS & GIVING STORIES!  Want to be a part of the Andy Richter Call-In Show? Tell us your favorite dinner party story or ask Andy a question! Fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER or dial 855-266-2604. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hey there, creature catchers! Need a quick treat to keep you entertained between episodes? Welcome to PODSNACK!, your bite-sized adventure that's full of fun!In this special WORLD Edition series, we are setting off on a massive adventure across the entire world! We will meet the strangest, goofiest, and occasionally scary magical monsters, learn about world cultures, try out some of their language, and pick up interesting vocab along the way.

Actor and Academy Award–winning writer Nat Faxon joins Andy Richter to discuss their respective Christmas tree policies, how a rejection from a puppetry school in Bali led Nat to the Groundlings, writing with a partner, the new season of “Loot” with Maya Rudolph, and much more.Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Radio? Tell us your favorite dinner party story (about anything!) or ask a question - leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER. Listen to "The Andy Richter Call-In Show" every Wednesday at 1pm Pacific on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Channel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Team Simon here! Thank you for being part of such an incredible year—and for helping us grow the podcast through your support, sharing it with others, and showing up week after week. We love seeing your comments and hearing what resonates with you.A Bit of Optimism returns on January 27, 2026, with brand-new episodes we think you're really going to enjoy. Until then, we're revisiting a few of our favorite moments from the past year.We're kicking things off with one of our most popular episodes—the conversation we filmed in London with Mo Gawdat. As a “Happiness Expert,” Mo teaches us that happiness is a choice, even if it's not always an easy choice to make.Mo had to face an impossible choice. Before he was a bestselling author and podcast host, Mo worked a lucrative career as Chief Business Officer at Google X. He reached the heights of business influence and amassed a fortune by 29. And yet, he was miserable. It was only after the tragic death of his 21-year-old son Ali that Mo was forced to confront the truth.Mo now dedicates his life, work, and research to figuring out how human beings can be happier, and he's on a mission to make 1 billion people happy. He shares what he's learned – that happiness is both a choice and our default setting, how to trick our brains out of survival mode, and why the happiest emotions we feel are rooted in the present, not the past or future.This… is A Bit of Optimism.---------------------------To learn more about Mo and his work, check out: https://www.mogawdat.com/ 

Team Simon here! As the year comes to a close, A Bit of Optimism is pressing pause for a short winter break. The show will return on January 27, 2026 and we can't wait to be back with you.But before we go, we want to say thank you. Truly.This show exists because of you—the listeners who show up every week, share episodes and clips, leave thoughtful comments, start conversations, and carry these ideas into your own lives and workplaces. Your support, curiosity, and generosity are what give this podcast its momentum. It wouldn't be what it is without this community.While we're away, we'll be revisiting some of our favorite episodes from the past year—conversations you helped turn into something special. We also invite you to explore the archive and revisit the episodes you loved most, the ones you shared, commented on, and helped make a success.We're taking all of that energy with us into the break as we prepare for the year ahead. More meaningful conversations, more inspiring guests, and more moments we hope will leave you feeling just a little more optimistic.Thank you for being part of this journey. Happy holidays, and we'll see you in the new year!

Comedian Clare O'Kane joins The Andy Richter Call-In Show this week to hear your WINTER STORIES!  Tell us your favorite dinner party story or ask Andy a question! Fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER or dial 855-266-2604. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Actress Mary Elizabeth Ellis (It's Always Sunny, A Man on the Inside) joins Andy Richter to discuss growing up in Mississippi, her love story with Charlie Day, working with Ted Danson, grappling with the potential end of “It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia” after twenty years, and much more. Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Radio? Tell us your favorite dinner party story (about anything!) or ask a question - leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER. Listen to "The Andy Richter Call-In Show" every Wednesday at 1pm Pacific on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Channel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Influencers are out in full force, telling us how we can “manifest” anything we want using only the power of our thoughts. Want that dream car, dream boyfriend, or dream house? Act as if you already have it, and the universe will respond. And we know our thoughts can be powerful … so, could this be legit? We go on the hunt for a manifestation method that has the science stamp of approval. We talk to psychologists Prof. Laura King and Prof. Gabriele Oettingen.  Find our transcript here:  https://bit.ly/ScienceVsManifestation Chapters: (00:00) The Promise of Manifesting (04:54) The Best Possible Self Exercise (09:40) Wendy and Rose Give it a Go (12:23) The Fantasy Fiasco (17:19) How To Get Your Dream Life (science approved!) (20:44) Just a Bit of Magic Check out Gabriele's science-backed manifesting method here: https://woopmylife.org/en/science This episode was produced by Rose Rimler, with help from Wendy Zukerman, Ekedi Fausther-Keeys, Michelle Dang, and Meryl Horn. We're edited by Blythe Terrell. Fact checking by Diane Kelly. Mix and sound design by Bobby Lord. Music written by Emma Munger, So Wylie, Peter Leonard, Bumi Hidaka and Bobby Lord. Thanks to all the researchers we reached out to, including Dr. Lucas Dixon. Special thanks also to Mark Johnson.  Science Vs is a Spotify Studios Original. Listen for free on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us and tap the bell for episode notifications Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices