Stay ConnectedA comedy podcast hosted by two former assistants that dissects pop culture and modern celebrity, with a focus on reality TV, and platforms the voices Hollywood overlooks … WITHOUT GETTING SUED. We’re not here to be mean or violate privacy — we’re here to humanize people who seem larger than life and have fun doing it!
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“I thought the Bachelorette was gonna be Daisy or Maria.” Ann and Amanda discuss week 6 of The Bachelorette (it's the final week before hometowns and MAN OH MAN does Sam not keep the main thing the main thing) and share some exciting nomination news (please vote for us -- see below for details).
Then they interview their funny-to-the-bone friend and esteemed Hollywood editor Erin Kelly Smith (27:02)! This one's a two-parter, so if it seems like it ends abruptly that's because it does -- come back next week to hear this wonderful woman share even more!
Before they sign off, Ann and Amanda play a word association game in the spirit of this week's disastrous group date (1:19:50)!
Check out:
Erin's instagram: @erinkellysmith
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NOTE: Happy summer everyone! The WSANDA team is working remotely from various locations right now, so everything's a little fucked up.
Follow us on instagram @wesignedannda @mikiannmaddox @liffordthebigreddog so you can slither in our DMs with constructive feedback, but please, for the love of god, don't cyberbully us. We're fragile :-/
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Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart producer Maddy, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95
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“His dong gets in the way ...” Ann and Amanda recap this week's episode of The Bachelorette ("deep" chats, mini mullets, sheep farming, etc.) and chat about the Paris Olympics (mostly just a penis-related pole vault mishap).
Then the gals interview very funny writer and self-proclaimed "Sabrina Carpenter gay" Jesse Esparza (23:14)! He worked at a Hollywood hotel and a celebrity Starbucks ... and he's seen some THINGS!
Before closing time, Ann and Amanda play a new game called Drunk Aunt PR (1:14:08) where they improvise very questionable advice to Kamala Harris and Tim Walz.
NOTE: Happy summer everyone! The WSANDA team is working remotely from various locations right now, so everything's a little fucked up.
Check out:
Jesse's instagram: @jesse_is_awesome
(don't even try to find his TikTok)
WSANDA SUBMISSIONS: wsandasubmissions@gmail.com
Follow us on instagram @wesignedannda @mikiannmaddox @liffordthebigreddog so you can slither in our DMs with constructive feedback, but please, for the love of god, don't cyberbully us. We're fragile :-/
If you're picking up what we're putting down and want even more Ann and Amanda comedy content, support us on Patreon. You have no idea how many times we've said "Wait, this is too batshit.....we'll put it on Patreon."
Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart producer Maddy, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95
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“I am clearly terrified and Sam’s not reading my emotions at all.” Ann and Amanda recap this week's episode of The Bachelorette (Devin continues to impress, Sam continues to exude republican vibes, and The Love Virgin continues to do waaaaaay too much) and chat about the Paris Olympics (really just the opening ceremony throuple).
Then a second Amanda, Friedman to be exact, enters the chat (35:49) to talk about life as a comedian and assistant to Vanderpump Rules Friend of Show Billie Lee!
Before they hop in their getaway car, Ann and Amanda offer up more Free Endorsements (1:24:21)! If you know what piece of media Amanda is referencing with soap guns (and/or if you find the part of the episode where they say what the title should have been) DM us!
NOTE: Happy summer everyone! The WSANDA team is working remotely from various locations right now, so everything's a little fucked up.
Check out:
Amanda's Instagram: @amandafriedman
Amanda's TikTok: @amandafriedman
WSANDA SUBMISSIONS: wsandasubmissions@gmail.com
Follow us on instagram @wesignedannda @mikiannmaddox @liffordthebigreddog so you can slither in our DMs with constructive feedback, but please, for the love of god, don't cyberbully us. We're fragile :-/
If you're picking up what we're putting down and want even more Ann and Amanda comedy content, support us on Patreon. You have no idea how many times we've said "Wait, this is too batshit.....we'll put it on Patreon."
Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart producer Maddy, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95
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"You haven't asked me to be your girlfriend yet." Ann and Amanda recap this week's episode of The Bachelorette (there's toxic thunder (down under) brewin') and the Love Island USA S6 Finale (PPG FOR LIFE).
Then the gals interview Chicago comedian, LA actor, and international delight Rebecca Shrom (24:14)! She has held many BTS jobs and likens assistant-ing to wizardry ... nice!
Before they dock this ship, Ann and Amanda talk about stuff they missed (Below Deck, The Mirage) (1:07:56)!
NOTE: Happy summer everyone! The WSANDA team is working remotely from various locations right now, so everything's a little fucked up.
Check out:
Rebecca's instagram: @shromcom, @nat_plus_b
Rebecca's show: ShameCo Employment Summit: Presented by Nat Plus B (August 16th, The Broadwater in LA)
WSANDA SUBMISSIONS: wsandasubmissions@gmail.com
Follow us on instagram @wesignedannda @mikiannmaddox @liffordthebigreddog so you can slither in our DMs with constructive feedback, but please, for the love of god, don't cyberbully us. We're fragile :-/
If you're picking up what we're putting down and want even more Ann and Amanda comedy content, support us on Patreon. You have no idea how many times we've said "Wait, this is too batshit.....we'll put it on Patreon."
Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart producer Maddy, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95
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"We love a Robin Hood, but we don't love a stinky baby." Ann and Amanda talk The Bachelorette (feat. Dusty Devin and Dr. Dylan) and Love Island (feat. Nurse Leah aka The People's Princess).
Then the gals interview a woman who rocks ... ROCKS ... Shabana Malone (27:50)! She's been a therapist, she's been an assistant, and OH BOY does she have some juicy stories ....
To finish off this episode sandwich, Ann and Amanda talk about mayo and other goodies for our first installment of Free Endorsements (1:06:33)!
NOTE: Happy summer everyone! The WSANDA team is working remotely from various locations right now, so everything's a little fucked up. You may have to turn the volume up a tad for the interview portion of this ep.
Check out:
Shabana's instagram: @shabana319 ... and rescue a cat (if you can)!
WSANDA SUBMISSIONS: wsandasubmissions@gmail.com
Follow us on instagram @wesignedannda @mikiannmaddox @liffordthebigreddog so you can slither in our DMs with constructive feedback, but please, for the love of god, don't cyberbully us. We're fragile :-/
If you're picking up what we're putting down and want even more Ann and Amanda comedy content, support us on Patreon. You have no idea how many times we've said "Wait, this is too batshit.....we'll put it on Patreon."
Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart producer Maddy, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95
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"I think he's weird ... I think he's a weird man." Ann and Amanda talk Lindsay Hubbard's (Summer House) pregnancy announcement, Ann's drug-induced kindness towards Something About Her patrons, and Katie Maloney's (VPR) defense of Ann on a popular podcast.
Then the gals interview writer, comedian, and polite, kind boy, Max Kliman (27:03) about the many things angry Hollywood people have put him through -- one of which is another harrowing tale involving soup. If I had a nickel for every time a guest has shared their soup-related work trauma on this show, I'd have two nickels ... which isn't that many, but it's weird that it happened twice, right?
Before they exit, Amanda and Ann recap some memorable entrances from the season premiere of The Bachelorette featuring Jenn "Jenny" Tran (1:07:31)!
NOTE: Happy summer everyone! The WSANDA team is working remotely from various locations right now, so everything's a little fucked up.
Check out:
Max's TikTok - @MaxKliman
WSANDA SUBMISSIONS: wsandasubmissions@gmail.com
Follow us on instagram @wesignedannda @mikiannmaddox @liffordthebigreddog so you can slither in our DMs with constructive feedback, but please, for the love of god, don't cyberbully us. We're fragile :-/
If you're picking up what we're putting down and want even more Ann and Amanda comedy content, support us on Patreon. You have no idea how many times we've said "Wait, this is too batshit.....we'll put it on Patreon."
Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart (and our producer), Maddy Weinberg, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95
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"Be the water, bitch!" Ann and Amanda talk Summer House Season 9 pre-filming drama (Danielle's exit letter ... ) and speculate wildly. They also discuss the recent US presidential debate and it's reality TV-ness (and there are some striking parallels between these guys and the cast of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City).
Then the gals interview writer, comedian, and woman-who-is-so-clearly-intelligent-and-yet-so-fucking-goofy, May Darmon (27:34) about her time in the trenches of Hollywood, including a very harrowing tale about soup ... dun dun dunnnnn.
Before signing off, Amanda and Ann ask the Question of the Week: what email would ruin your workday (1:18:48)? And they end up talking about pinworms a lot ... idk why. Send us your answers please (submissions email & insta handle below)!
NOTE: Happy summer everyone! The WSANDA team is working remotely from around the world right now, so everything's a little fucked up. At the end of this episode, please enjoy an original song that was born from said remote technical difficulties, written and performed by our very own Amanda Lifford (1:28:44).
Check out:
WSANDA SUBMISSIONS: wsandasubmissions@gmail.com
Follow us on instagram @wesignedannda @mikiannmaddox @liffordthebigreddog so you can slither in our DMs with constructive feedback, but please, for the love of god, don't cyberbully us. We're fragile :-/
If you're picking up what we're putting down and want even more Ann and Amanda comedy content, support us on Patreon. You have no idea how many times we've said "Wait, this is too batshit.....we'll put it on Patreon."
Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart (and our producer), Maddy Weinberg, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95
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"I hate it, I hate it, more more more!" Ann and Amanda discuss Wet Katie's (for any first time listeners, that's VPR's Katie Maloney when wet) latest Instagram appearance, Love Island USA S6, and Traitors S3.
Then the gals interview comedian, writer, and certified sweetheart Joe Corcoran (23:08) about his 10+ years of assistant-ing in the big, wide world of entertainment. NBC Page Program, anyone?!
Before calling it quits, Amanda and Ann role play some tough Love Island breakup scenarios (1:05:28)! Maybe one of these gals will be on Love Island one day ... who knows?! (As Scar from The Lion King and the Scouts of America say, "Be Prepared!")
NOTE: Happy summer everyone! The WSANDA team is working remotely from around the world right now, so everything's a little fucked up ... bear with us please ... thanks!
Check out:
Joe's improv team - @tucci_improv
Follow us on instagram @wesignedannda @mikiannmaddox @liffordthebigreddog so you can slither in our DMs with constructive feedback, but please, for the love of god, don't cyberbully us. We're fragile :-/
If you're picking up what we're putting down and want even more Ann and Amanda comedy content, support us on Patreon. You have no idea how many times we've said "Wait, this is too batshit.....we'll put it on Patreon."
Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart (and our producer), Maddy Weinberg, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95
Developed in association with Paradiso Media
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"So you're telling me there's a chance." Ann and Amanda discuss part 2 of the Summer House Season 8 reunion and OH how the turn tables ... no matter whose side you're on, hopefully we can all agree that it was the right decision for Carl and Lindsay to break their engagement. Also, Ann gives us an update on her first official week at Something About Her!
NOTE: We recorded this episode's intro segment on Father's Day, which was definitely challenging for Ann -- to any NDAngels who need a little extra support around Father's Day for whatever reason, the WSANDA team sends you love <3
Then the gals interview undeniably hilarious comedian and former celebrity dog walker Jackie Michele Johnson (25:28) about the A-list dogs that won her heart and destroyed her car. Tune in to hear about a disastrous girls trip, horrible boyfriends, and all the excrement that might escape you or your canine passengers in LA traffic.
Before letting Jackie go, Ann and Amanda get her expert opinions on celebrity makeup and skincare brands (1:17:32). Listen to Jackie's beauty and self care podcast Natch Beaut!
Check out:
Jackie's instagram - @jackiemichelejohnson
Jackie's show - How To Get A Second Husband - JUNE 20TH IN LA & JULY 17TH IN NEW YORK
Jackie's podcast - Natch Beaut
Follow us on instagram @wesignedannda @mikiannmaddox @liffordthebigreddog so you can slither in our DMs with constructive feedback, but please, for the love of god, don't cyberbully us. We're fragile :-/
If you're picking up what we're putting down and want even more Ann and Amanda comedy content, support us on Patreon. You have no idea how many times we've said "Wait, this is too batshit.....we'll put it on Patreon."
Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart (and our producer), Maddy Weinberg, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95
Developed in association with Paradiso Media
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
"I don't hate you. I just see you." If one thing's for sure on this season of Summer House, it's that Paige freakin' DeSorbo rides HARD for her girls. In the first installment of the SH8 Reunion, we graze the Carl-Lindsay breakup, but the real drama starts when Andy steers the conversation toward the Ciara-West summer situationship. The girlies rush to Ciara's defense and it is both beautiful and terrifying. Wonder what West's DMs are lookin like now ... ("We were all rooting for you!" - Tyra Banks)
Ann also recaps an unhinged YouTube Live show (aka verbal car crash) featuring Kyle Chan and Victoria Lee that is currently melting her brain (16:40).
Then the gals interview mensch, daytime television survivor, and supportive husband Travis Helwig (28:24). A non-Japanese writer and comedian, he worked for Ellen (Shmellen DeShmeneres), Billy on the Street, and Adam Ruins Everything, among others ... and all of that was totally fine and chill! Tune in to hear some WILD BTS stories, Travis's thoughts on NDAs, and the tale of how he made it "to Hollywood from Asbestos, Connecticut."
As we near the finish line on our 20th episode, Ann and Amanda pay homage to another volume-challenged comedian, Mr. Billy Eichner, borrowing his "For a Dollar" segment and yelling at lovely Travis who did absolutely nothing to deserve such treatment (1:20:15).
Check out:
Travis's instagram - travishelwig
Up and Adam! (w/ Kyle & Victoria)
Follow us on instagram @wesignedannda @mikiannmaddox @liffordthebigreddog so you can slither in our DMs with constructive feedback, but please, for the love of god, don't cyberbully us. We're fragile :-/
If you're picking up what we're putting down and want even more Ann and Amanda comedy content, support us on Patreon. You have no idea how many times we've said "Wait, this is too batshit.....we'll put it on Patreon."
Our cover art was made by America's sweetheart (and our producer), Maddy Weinberg, and our theme song features parts of "Kawaii Til I Die" by Starjunk 95
Developed in association with Paradiso Media
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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