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Comedy legend Dane Cook joins us in the studio to talk about his new documentary, ‘Funny Money: The Dane Cook Story,’ which chronicles his meteoric rise to fame and the devastating betrayal by his brother and former business manager, Darryl, who stole millions — $12 million to be exact — from him. Dane opens up about the moment he discovered his fortune was gone, the questions that remain unanswered, finding forgiveness, and how humor helped him heal. Plus, what it was like relinquishing editorial control of the documentary, hearing his former sister-in-law and Darryl’s co-conspirator, Erika McCauley's, account for the first time, and how he almost got Darryl on record for the film too. We also get into his early days of stand-up, using MySpace, Napster, Kazaa, and LimeWire to build an audience online, revolutionizing arena comedy, and how his onstage persona has evolved over the years. Dane reflects on having a panic attack during his first SNL audition, eventually returning to host (twice in 12 months), meeting Martin Short at SNL 50, the enduring influence of his late mother, 20 years of ‘Vicious Circle,’ the changing landscape of comedy, his upcoming stand-up, and what's next. Let’s just say this Funny Money story is not over. SUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5 SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55u See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Meet Eric Dangerfield (lead vocals and rhythm guitar), Donald “Rayman” Bryant (bass and backing vocals), Christopher “Xelan” Bernard (lead guitar and vocals), and Percy “PC3” Crews III (drums) — aka The Paradox. The Atlanta pop-punk band open up about their meteoricrise, their latest EP ‘Proceed With Caution,’ growing up as suburban Black kids who loved rock music, and why they’re determined to challenge expectations of what a pop-punk band looks and sounds like. We get into the stories behind “Ms. Lauren,” “Do Me Like That,” and “I Kinda Like That,” how Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong became a fan (and offered them a support slot), partying and working out with Travis Barker, getting a message from Lil Nas X, and Meghan Trainor's viral lip-sync (but actually being deeply excited about her ‘Spy Kids’-hubby in the background). Plus, the truth behind those industry plant allegations, why Reddit seems to hate them, the seriously awesome great-grandparents who raised Eric, the band’s secret weapon — shhh! It’s Eric’s wife/baby momma and the band’s manager-mastermind Alexis — and why their music is about so much more than weed and girls. Stream "Proceed with Caution" ►►https://tinyurl.com/wpsy6z99 SUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5 SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55u See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TEN — aka Chittaphon Leechaiyapornkul — joins us for the first time and we get into his journey from growing up in Thailand and competing in school talent shows to auditioning for YG at just 12 years old, nearly studying art and business in the UK, and eventually joining SM Entertainment. He breaks down the NCT universe, what being part of NCT U, WayV, and SuperM has taught him, and how his solo career has evolved from the conceptual worlds of “Nightwalker” and “STUNNER” to his latest tracks “IRL” and “Outwest.” TEN also opens up about starting from zero as a solo artist after a decade in the industry, launching his own company, ILLMNT, and taking control of his own story. Plus, how knee surgery changed his relationship with singing, his love of painting and drawing, his tattoos (and what his mom thinks of them!), singing in four languages, and so much more. SUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5 SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55u Follow The Zach Sang Show: https://tiktok.com/@zachsangshow https://www.instagram.com/zachsangshow/ https://twitter.com/zachsangshow https://www.facebook.com/ZachSangShow/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The last time John Legend was in the studio was ten years ago. He and Chrissy had welcomed their first child just a few months earlier, and it was just a few weeks before the presidential election and we were collectively scoffing at the notion that Trump could win. A decade later, John and Chrissy are now parents of four, and Trump… well, we all know what happened there. We jump straight back in to discuss his new album Muse, a cinematic collaboration with Pharrell Williams inspired by Nina Simone, a “black James Bond” vibe, and the complicated nature of love. John takes us inside their creative process in Paris — at the LVMH headquarters where Pharrell is creative director — the stories behind “Daylight,” “Under the Bridge,” and “Get Back.” Plus, the story behind his classic hit “Ordinary People,” his early days with Kanye West, playing on Lauryn Hill’s “Everything Is Everything” while still in college, and writing his first musical, Imitation of Life. The EGOT winner also opens up about his complicated relationship with his mother, forgiveness, and how his childhood shaped the person he is today. We get into his lifelong commitment to activism, why speaking out against Trump has led to increased security, conspiracy theories, the upcoming midterms, and, of course, the infamous Twitter exchange between Chrissy Teigen and Donald Trump. Stream "Muse" https://tinyurl.com/uxzbu8xd SUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5 SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55u See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The myth, the legend, Busta Rhymes joins us for the first time to talk about his latest LP 'Dillagence II,' his deep connection with the late, great J. Dilla, and the responsibility of bringing Dilla's unreleased beats to life — for the second time. (This comes almost 10 years after the Dillagence mixtapes, released shortly after the producer’s untimely passing. Dilla is responsible for some of the most iconic cuts in hip-hop and soul, from Q-Tip to Erykah Badu, Common to the Roots, D’Angelo, Pharcyde, De La Soul, and on and on.) Busta breaks down his creative process, why "Still Shining" took weeks to write, how his daughter Cie ended up on the record, and why he feels Dilla's presence in the music. We also take a trip through hip-hop history, from his early days as a founding member of Leaders of the New School, to how jumping on A Tribe Called Quest’s "Scenario" changed his life, to the making of "Woo Hah!!" and his iconic Hype Williams music videos. Plus, stories behind his collaborations with Janet Jackson, Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, the Pussycat Dolls and Justin Bieber, the art of speed rapping, younger artists sampling his classics, and, of course, voicing Reptar in ‘Rugrats’! Stream "Dillagence II" by Busta Rhymes & J Dilla https://tinyurl.com/44ykmxnc SUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5 SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55u See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s been two years since we last caught up, MIZYU, RIN, SUZUKA and KANON — aka ATARASHII GAKKO! The Japanese balls of energy join us to talk about how touring has made them stronger, both physically and mentally, and how their confidence has evolved after 11 years together. We go all the way back to their beginnings, from meeting for the first time and training together for just nine months to developing their signature choreography, sailor uniforms and message of individuality and self-expression. They also take us inside their new album ‘From Tokyo with Love,’ discuss nuances of where they each hail from, the meaning of magokoro and seishun, working with producers yonkey and Yoshio Tamamura, and recording solo songs for the first time. Plus, we get into fermented soybeans, the meaning of "Chanka Chanka" (and saying onomatopoeia 56 times), AC/DC, performing with microphones attached to brooms, and what they'd do if they could shrink down to miniature size. Apparently, crawling up Zach's nostril is high on the list. SUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5 SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55u See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gabourey Sidibe joins us in the studio for the first time! We get into her 'American Horror Story' lore, from embracing her inner witch as Queenie to her many deaths, getting choked out by Rubber Man and working alongside Kathy Bates. She takes us back to her childhood, growing up around her mother's subway performances (a subway singing legend), living with her aunt Dorothy Pitman Hughes (and her connection to feminist icon Gloria Steinem) and manifesting her future through *NSYNC fan fiction. We also talk about her early years, working as a phone sex operator, the real story behind her 'Precious' audition (and how her mother was considered for the role of Precious’ mom years earlier), her relationship with Lee Daniels, playing Becky on 'Empire,' her move into directing and navigating Hollywood after years of being underestimated. Plus, meeting her husband on Raya, getting married over Zoom, her famous family connections, and finding her confidence. SUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5 SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55u Follow The Zach Sang Show: https://tiktok.com/@zachsangshow https://www.instagram.com/zachsangshow/ https://twitter.com/zachsangshow https://www.facebook.com/ZachSangShow/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Summer H. Howell joins us for her first-ever podcast interview! The rising star is here to talk about taking on the titular role in Mike Flanagan's new adaptation of Stephen King's telekentic teen bloodbath 'Carrie,' from auditioning over Zoom (and having to cry on command!) to finding the character, working opposite Samantha Sloyan, and getting absolutely drenched in blood. FYI the 22-year-old beat out 1400 hopefuls for the gig! We get into her most challenging scenes, the show's approach to bullying and social media, Mike bringing real teenagers into the writers' room, fan theories, and whether there could be a second — and third — season. Summer also takes us back to growing up in Manitoba, landing her first role in 'Curse of Chucky,' and developing her signature scream. We talk about how much her life has changed since 'Carrie,' her manifestation journal, tarot readings, crocheting cat hats, attending the Louis Vuitton fashion show, and her love of 'Hunter x Hunter.' Plus, her upcoming action movie 'Runaway' with Josh Duhamel, and so much more. SUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5 SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55u See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mel Robbins on Making a Load of Money from Telling People How to Count Down And we’ve got Mel Robbins on the couch for the first time ever! Host of 'The Mel Robbins Podcast' (the third-largest show globally on Spotify, the most-followed show on Apple Podcasts and approaching a billion downloads) and author of bestseller 'The Let Them Theory,' Mel knows a thing or two about giving advice. But does she always take her own? We get into her unlikely career path from public defender to self-help superstar, hitting rock bottom, the origins of 'The Let Them Theory,' and what Oprah taught her. We also talk about her experiences with magic mushrooms, EMDR, and psychedelic-assisted therapy, the neuroscience of manifestation, navigating ADHD and dyslexia, jealousy, comparison, and setting boundaries. Plus, how to stop chasing the next big thing, trust the timing of your life, and accept that a great life doesn't have to be a perfect one. And Dan — a self-confessed “cloudy person” — is it possible to change his weather? Watch and see. SUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5 SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55u See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hot on the heels of her hosting the ‘Let’s Marry Harry’ Reunion (woof - that was a car crash she navigated with aplomb!), Haley Baylee joins us to talk about her accidental path to becoming one of the internet’s biggest creators, from growing up with two mechanical engineer parents and wanting to become a doctor to pageants, modeling and eventually betting on herself following her divorce. She looks back at applying to a Sports Illustrated open call after being turned away by the only modeling agency in Minnesota, quitting modeling, and the 2022 Caleb Simpson apartment tour that first put her on millions of people’s feeds. She also gets into the nitty-gritty of her TikTok posting schedule, treating the internet like her group chat, how her audience has evolved, and why she’s grateful that her biggest success didn’t arrive until her 30s. She (diplomatically) explains what she really thinks of Harry Jowsey and whether dating and marriage shows can ever really be feminist. She opens up about being a self-described goodie two-shoes who was a virgin until marriage and who didn’t have a sip of booze till she was 22. Plus, she candidly discusses how her online community gave her the confidence to leave an abusive relationship, and her upcoming hosting gig, Netflix’s ‘Win the Mall.’ SUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5 SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55u See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our queen Mary Beth Barone joins us in the studio for the first time! The comedian, writer and 'Overcompensating' cast member is here to talk about her new stand-up special 'Galaxy Brain,' (let’s get this girl a Grammy!), her love of female pop stars, Katy Perry's impact on society, and that time she accidentally did meth (oops!). We also get into her gay awakening, the differences between dating men and women, and why trying is actually very hot. Mary Beth takes us back to her pre-comedy life, from dropping out of college and training to be a makeup artist to dreaming of becoming a Disney Channel star, and getting in early working at Warby Parker (cha-ching!). She opens up about a particularly difficult year, losing her dad, heartbreak, dating the wrong people and finding her way back to comedy. Plus, we talk about the 'Overcompensating' writers room, Benito Skinner, the lack of female role models in comedy, that Marissa Cooper dress, foreskin, and so much more. Watch "Galaxy Brain" ►►https://www.netflix.com/title/82148356 SUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5 SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55u See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eric Nam is back! We haven't had the singer, songwriter, actor, entrepreneur, producer and podcasting powerhouse on the show since 2022 — although Zach is convinced it's been seven years. What is time anyway! Somehow Eric looks younger than ever, despite having approximately 17 different careers. From growing up in Atlanta and singing in choir to becoming a major star in South Korea, building DIVE Studios and making his way back into the American entertainment industry, Eric reflects on his unconventional career, the changing relationship between K-pop and Western pop, and the power of curiosity. He also talks about his fourth album, 'Confessions of a Lonely Heart,' how heartbreak and broken trust have influenced his music, and why loneliness doesn't necessarily mean being sad or unfulfilled. Plus, Eric takes us behind the scenes of 'The Traitors,' including his initial reservations about joining the cast, getting stabbed in the back, AND secretly filming a music video with his fellow contestants. We also get into voicing Aang in 'Avatar: The Last Airbender,' auditioning for Hollywood roles, his experiences with 'K-Pop: The Debut,' and executive producing DAYOUNG's solo album. Naturally, there's also talk of Scorpio nightmares, astrological compatibility, Asian glow, and whether Zach or Dan would survive a single episode of 'The Traitors.' Thoughts? Stream "Confessions of a Lonely Heart" ►►https://tinyurl.com/y3ta8dmp SUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5 SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55u See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’ve got Remi Wolf on the couch for the first time (along with her little doggo) to talk about her incredible third album, 'Mud.’ We talk to the Palo Alto-born singer about turning 30 and the personal reckoning that shaped this new chapter of her life. She opens up about getting sober (again) after an emotional meltdown at Lollapalooza in 2025, navigating depression, body image and heartbreak, and the strange contradiction of having to be completely vulnerable to make a record, then put on armor to release it. She also discusses her changing relationship with fame and what 'Mud' represents to her, the art of staying friends with exes, dating fellow musicians, and the stories behind 'Yellow Rose' and 'I Won't Cry.' Plus how she got John Mayer on her record, her time as a Junior Olympian, her acting debut as herself in 'Off Campus,' and so much more. Stream "Mud" ►►https://remiwolf.lnk.to/Mud SUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5 SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55u See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Formed in Frankenmuth, Michigan, in 2012, Greta Van Fleet have been making music since they were barely teenagers. Now, 14 years later, twins Josh (30) and Jake Kiszka (30), younger brother Sam Kiszka (27), and drummer Danny Wagner (27) are back with their new fourth album 'Palace for the People,' and join us in the studio for the first time. We talk about the inspiration behind the record, growing up in the public eye, being torn apart by critics, winning a Grammy, and those breakup rumors they inadvertently fueled earlier this year. They also discuss why they've worked with a different producer on every album, their first impressions of each other, twin telepathy, their hometown roots, the lady behind their name, and what rock n roll means in 2026. Stream "Palace for the People" ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n77dm8e SUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5 SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55u See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s been just 12 months since he last sat on our couch but in the interim Riley Green’s star has only burned brighter. He's gearing up to headline Stagecoach 2027, slid into Blake Shelton's chair on 'The Voice,' and made his acting debut in 'Marshals.' Somehow, he's also found time to release a new album, 'That's Just Me.' We get into the stories behind the album's 23 tracks, his collaborations with Jake Worthington and Hannah McFarland, and why songwriting is still the most rewarding part of his career. Riley also talks about discovering a whole new side of himself on 'The Voice,' how Luke Grimes helped him land his first acting role, and why, despite all his success, he sometimes misses the simplicity of his old life working construction in Alabama. Plus, we talk hunting, nostalgia, his dog Carl, why he still insists on running his own Instagram account, and much more. Stream "That's Just Me"►►https://tinyurl.com/y7k5aywh SUBSCRIBE to Our Podcast ►►https://tinyurl.com/48yfe4v5 SUBSCRIBE to YT ►►https://tinyurl.com/5n8km55u See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.