Stephen Malkmus

Stephen Malkmus joins Andy Richter to discuss Pavement’s latest reunion, fatherhood, 1980’s radio rock, the high school suspension that won’t leave Stephen’s Wikipedia page, and much more.This episode was recorded on June 15, 2023.

Stephen Malkmus joins Andy Richter to discuss Pavement’s latest reunion, fatherhood, 1980’s radio rock, the high school suspension that won’t leave Stephen’s Wikipedia page, and much more.This episode was recorded on June 15, 2023.

Andrew Rannells

Andrew Rannells joins Andy Richter to discuss re-uniting with Josh Gad on Broadway for “Guttenburg! The Musical,” the art of the water-bottle tour, running into Adam Devine in Omaha, Andrew’s new book “Uncle of the Year,” and more.This episode was recorded on July 12, 2023.

Andrew Rannells joins Andy Richter to discuss re-uniting with Josh Gad on Broadway for “Guttenburg! The Musical,” the art of the water-bottle tour, running into Adam Devine in Omaha, Andrew’s new book “Uncle of the Year,” and more. This episode was recorded on July 12, 2023.

Murray Hill

Murray Hill (HBO's Somebody Somewhere, Hulu's Drag Me to Dinner) joins Andy Richter to discuss the road to becoming Mr. Showbiz, the 1990s drag scene, the joys of old-school variety shows, self-discovery through performance, and much more.Recorded on June 14, 2023. 

Murray Hill (HBO's Somebody Somewhere, Hulu's Drag Me to Dinner) joins Andy Richter to discuss the road to becoming Mr. Showbiz, the 1990s drag scene, the joys of old-school variety shows, self-discovery through performance, and much more.Recorded on June 14, 2023.

Ronda Rousey joins Andy Richter to discuss their shared experience participating in the reality show “Stars on Mars,” her love for the WWE, Ronda’s world champion mother, making time for family, and much more.This episode was recorded on July 13, 2023.

Ronda Rousey joins Andy Richter to discuss their shared experience participating in the reality show “Stars on Mars,” her love for the WWE, Ronda’s world champion mother, making time for family, and much more.This episode was recorded on July 13, 2023.

Ronda Rousey

Johnny Knoxville

Johnny Knoxville joins Andy Richter to discuss the colorful characters of Johnny’s childhood in Tennessee, why Johnny chose to put “Jackass” on MTV instead of “Saturday Night Live,” finding your motivation through parenthood, and the new unscripted comedy series, “The Prank Panel.” Interview recorded June 15th, 2023.

Johnny Knoxville joins Andy Richter to discuss the colorful characters of Johnny’s childhood in Tennessee, why Johnny chose to put “Jackass” on MTV instead of “Saturday Night Live,” finding your motivation through parenthood, and the new unscripted comedy series, “The Prank Panel.” Interview recorded June 15th, 2023.

Ken Marino

Ken Marino joins Andy Richter to discuss the new seasons of “Party Down” and “The Other Two,” his sentimental relationship with porta-potties, the formation of The State comedy group, playing “panicky idiots,” his upcoming project with Shonda Rhimes, and much more.

Ken Marino joins Andy Richter to discuss the new seasons of “Party Down” and “The Other Two,” his sentimental relationship with porta-potties, the formation of The State comedy group, playing “panicky idiots,” his upcoming project with Shonda Rhimes, and much more.

Adam DeVine

Adam DeVine joins Andy Richter to discuss the long road to “Workaholics,” the accident that led to his comedy career, his upcoming Netflix feature “The Out-Laws,” and how “Pitch Perfect” changed his life (and why he almost didn’t do it).

Adam DeVine joins Andy Richter to discuss the long road to “Workaholics,” the accident that led to his comedy career, his upcoming Netflix feature “The Out-Laws,” and how “Pitch Perfect” changed his life (and why he almost didn’t do it).

Joe Maddon

Former baseball manager, coach, and player Joe Maddon (author of "The Book of Joe: Trying Not to Suck at Baseball and Life") talks about bringing Andy's Chicago Cubs a much-needed championship, his love for the road, finding his way to baseball, meditation, and much more.

Former baseball manager, coach, and player Joe Maddon (author of "The Book of Joe: Trying Not to Suck at Baseball and Life") talks about bringing Andy's Chicago Cubs a much-needed championship, his love for the road, finding his way to baseball, meditation, and much more.

Jon Glaser

Jon Glaser (Parks &amp; Rec, Adult Swim) joins Andy Richter to discuss their time working together at Late Night with Conan O'Brien, why Jon loves playing assholes, the joys of trail running, the Detroit Bad Boys, and much more.

Jon Glaser (Parks &amp; Rec, Adult Swim) joins Andy Richter to discuss their time working together at Late Night with Conan O'Brien, why Jon loves playing assholes, the joys of trail running, the Detroit Bad Boys, and much more.

Fred Armisen

The “deeply intellectual” Fred Armisen joins Andy Richter to discuss his unconventional path to Saturday Night Live, the joys of coal mining, the secret to a good Portlandia sketch, his future in medical equipment design (seriously!), and much more.

The “deeply intellectual” Fred Armisen joins Andy Richter to discuss his unconventional path to Saturday Night Live, the joys of coal mining, the secret to a good Portlandia sketch, his future in medical equipment design (seriously!), and much more.

Host Andy Richter asks the same three questions to each guest: Where do you come from? Where are you going? What have you learned? These three simple questions, when answered honestly and thoughtfully, are enough to provide a pretty complete picture of who a person is. The answers are what Andy always wants to know about people. This will not be a one-sided process, as Andy won’t shy away from getting personal himself.

way better than expected, and i expected a bunch

you are doing great

I loved this show and hope there are more in the future! Thank you!

Great season closer!

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LeVar Burton

Actor, director and author LeVar Burton joins Andy Richter to talk about transplanting from West Germany to Sacramento, getting cast in Roots right out of college, and engaging kids with literature on Reading Rainbow. Plus, LeVar discusses his work on Star Trek: The Next Generation, his podcast LeVar Burton Reads, and the one piece of advice he’d offer his younger self.This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp (www.betterhelp.com/threequestions code: THREEQUESTIONS) and Bombas (www.bombas.com/threequestions).

Actor, director and author LeVar Burton joins Andy Richter to talk about transplanting from West Germany to Sacramento, getting cast in Roots right out of college, and engaging kids with literature on Reading Rainbow. Plus, LeVar discusses his work on Star Trek: The Next Generation, his podcast LeVar Burton Reads, and the one piece of advice he’d offer his younger self. This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp (<a href="http://www.betterhelp.com/threequestions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.betterhelp.com/threequestions</a> code: THREEQUESTIONS) and Bombas (<a href="http://www.bombas.com/threequestions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.bombas.com/threequestions</a>).

Rob Huebel

Actor, comedian and writer Rob Huebel (Medical Police) talks to Andy Richter about submitting his resume in a pizza box, the prank that got him banned from Yankee Stadium, and the doors opened by his sketch show Human Giant. Plus, Rob explains why he likes being the “weirdo” in a drama.

Actor, comedian and writer Rob Huebel (Medical Police) talks to Andy Richter about submitting his resume in a pizza box, the prank that got him banned from Yankee Stadium, and the doors opened by his sketch show Human Giant. Plus, Rob explains why he likes being the “weirdo” in a drama.

Jerry Minor

Actor/comedian Jerry Minor talks to Andy Richter about playing Michael Jackson’s glove in ‘For the Love of a Glove,’ jumping from his Jehovah’s Witness upbringing into stand-up comedy, and finding footing on SNL. Plus, Jerry shares some of what he’s learned while hosting his show The Cult Awareness Podcast.

Actor/comedian Jerry Minor talks to Andy Richter about playing Michael Jackson’s glove in ‘For the Love of a Glove,’ jumping from his Jehovah’s Witness upbringing into stand-up comedy, and finding footing on SNL. Plus, Jerry shares some of what he’s learned while hosting his show The Cult Awareness Podcast.

Amy Sedaris

Comedian, actress, and writer Amy Sedaris joins Andy Richter to discuss Girl Scout-level ambition, what she loved about performing with Second City, and her fondness for rabbits. Later, Amy shares some of her entrepreneurial passions.This episode is sponsored by Service on Celluloid podcast and U-Turn Audio (www.uturnaudio.com code: RICHTER)

Comedian, actress, and writer Amy Sedaris joins Andy Richter to discuss Girl Scout-level ambition, what she loved about performing with Second City, and her fondness for rabbits. Later, Amy shares some of her entrepreneurial passions. This episode is sponsored by Service on Celluloid podcast and U-Turn Audio (<a href="http://www.uturnaudio.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.uturnaudio.com</a> code: RICHTER)

Mike Birbiglia

Comedian, writer, and director Mike Birbiglia talks with Andy Richter about great screenwriting teachers, facing his own mortality at an early age, and transitioning into the world of one-man performance on and off-Broadway. Plus, Mike discusses how becoming a parent informed his latest show Mike Birbiglia: The New One.

Comedian, writer, and director Mike Birbiglia talks with Andy Richter about great screenwriting teachers, facing his own mortality at an early age, and transitioning into the world of one-man performance on and off-Broadway. Plus, Mike discusses how becoming a parent informed his latest show Mike Birbiglia: The New One.

Jim Gaffigan

Stand-up comedian Jim Gaffigan joins Andy Richter to talk about using comedy to survive being the youngest sibling, generational gaps and the importance of civics, his wife Jeannie’s inspiring recovery from a brain tumor, and more. Plus, Jim shares his thoughts on digging into a dramatic role with his his latest film American Dreamer.This episode is sponsored by NHTSA and Linkedin (www.linkedin.com/threequestions).

Stand-up comedian Jim Gaffigan joins Andy Richter to talk about using comedy to survive being the youngest sibling, generational gaps and the importance of civics, his wife Jeannie’s inspiring recovery from a brain tumor, and more. Plus, Jim shares his thoughts on digging into a dramatic role with his his latest film American Dreamer. This episode is sponsored by NHTSA and Linkedin (<a href="http://www.linkedin.com/threequestions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.linkedin.com/threequestions</a>).

Mayim Bialik

Actress, author, and neuroscientist Mayim Bialik joins Andy Richter to discuss growing up working on the TV series Blossom, raising a child while in grad school, and the anxiety of live theater. Plus, Mayim looks forward to designing her own neuroscience curriculum and more as she shares what’s next for her after The Big Bang Theory.This episode is sponsored by LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/threequestions), Drop (code: QUESTIONS), and Betterhelp (www.betterhelp.com/threequestions code: THREEQUESTIONS).

Actress, author, and neuroscientist Mayim Bialik joins Andy Richter to discuss growing up working on the TV series Blossom, raising a child while in grad school, and the anxiety of live theater. Plus, Mayim looks forward to designing her own neuroscience curriculum and more as she shares what’s next for her after The Big Bang Theory.This episode is sponsored by LinkedIn (<a href="http://www.linkedin.com/threequestions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.linkedin.com/threequestions</a>), Drop (code: QUESTIONS), and Betterhelp (<a href="http://www.betterhelp.com/threequestions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.betterhelp.com/threequestions</a> code: THREEQUESTIONS).

Tim Heidecker

Comedian Tim Heidecker talks with Andy Richter about making demos with his high school band, being plucked from obscurity by Bob Odenkirk, propmastering on low budget horror films, and immersing himself in the comedy of real people with Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job. Plus, Tim reflects on the unexpected ways his work has been interpreted and looks forward to his upcoming tour.

Comedian Tim Heidecker talks with Andy Richter about making demos with his high school band, being plucked from obscurity by Bob Odenkirk, propmastering on low budget horror films, and immersing himself in the comedy of real people with Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job. Plus, Tim reflects on the unexpected ways his work has been interpreted and looks forward to his upcoming tour.

Nicole Byer

Comedian and actress Nicole Byer chats with Andy Richter about knowing your therapist too well, special details to include in your will, and the little details that separate good and truly great actors. Later, Nicole talks about her future goals and shares some wisdom on self-love.You can listen to Nicole's podcast BEST FRIENDS at h.earwolf.com/bestfriends. This episode is sponsored by NHTSA, Betterhelp (betterhelp.com/threequestions code: THREEQUESTIONS), Bombas (www.bombas.com/THREEQUESTIONS), and Leesa (www.leesa.com code: THREEQUESTIONS).

Comedian and actress Nicole Byer chats with Andy Richter about knowing your therapist too well, special details to include in your will, and the little details that separate good and truly great actors. Later, Nicole talks about her future goals and shares some wisdom on self-love. You can listen to Nicole's podcast BEST FRIENDS at <a href="https://slack-redir.net/link?url=http%3A%2F%2Fh.earwolf.com%2Fbestfriends" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">h.earwolf.com/bestfriends</a>. This episode is sponsored by NHTSA, Betterhelp (<a href="http://betterhelp.com/threequestions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/threequestions</a> code: THREEQUESTIONS), Bombas (<a href="http://www.bombas.com/THREEQUESTIONS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.bombas.com/THREEQUESTIONS</a>), and Leesa (<a href="http://www.leesa.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.leesa.com</a> code: THREEQUESTIONS).

Jane Lynch

Actress Jane Lynch sits down with Andy Richter to talk about growing up the funny kid in Dolton, IL, being too classical for a Shakespeare company, performing together in The Real Live Brady Bunch, and coming out organically. Later, Jane shares what she loves about her living situation and what she’d like to direct in the future.This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp (www.betterhelp.com/threequestions code: THREEQUESTIONS) and LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/THREEQUESTIONS)

Actress Jane Lynch sits down with Andy Richter to talk about growing up the funny kid in Dolton, IL, being too classical for a Shakespeare company, performing together in The Real Live Brady Bunch, and coming out organically. Later, Jane shares what she loves about her living situation and what she’d like to direct in the future. This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp (<a href="http://www.betterhelp.com/threequestions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.betterhelp.com/threequestions</a> code: THREEQUESTIONS) and LinkedIn (<a href="http://www.linkedin.com/THREEQUESTIONS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.linkedin.com/THREEQUESTIONS</a>)

Jimmy Pardo

Comedian and podcaster Jimmy Pardo talks with Andy Richter about (un)healthy family boundaries, first theatrical roles, preempting the comedy podcast boom with Never Not Funny, and discovering his own unscripted stand-up persona. Plus, Jimmy shares the only note he ever received as the warm-up comic on The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien. 

Comedian and podcaster Jimmy Pardo talks with Andy Richter about (un)healthy family boundaries, first theatrical roles, preempting the comedy podcast boom with Never Not Funny, and discovering his own unscripted stand-up persona. Plus, Jimmy shares the only note he ever received as the warm-up comic on The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien.

Andy Daly

Comedian and actor Andy Daly (Bonanas for Bonanza) talks with Andy Richter about the memorable way he learned to tie his shoes, becoming a property owner, and favorite moments from Crossballs and Review. Plus, Andy shares his thoughts on why there’s no point in making predictions.

Comedian and actor Andy Daly (Bonanas for Bonanza) talks with Andy Richter about the memorable way he learned to tie his shoes, becoming a property owner, and favorite moments from Crossballs and Review. Plus, Andy shares his thoughts on why there’s no point in making predictions.

Ken Jennings

Author and Jeopardy legend Ken Jennings joins Andy Richter to talk about growing up in Seoul, how his Mormon upbringing has shaped his life, and the behind-the-scenes story of his famed Jeopardy run. Plus, Ken discusses how he’s made a career out of his game show success and the importance of creating one’s own niche.This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp (www.betterhelp.com/threequestions code: THREEQUESTIONS), Dashlane, and HelloFresh (www.hellofresh.com/THREEQUESTIONS9 code: THREEQUESTIONS9).

Author and Jeopardy legend Ken Jennings joins Andy Richter to talk about growing up in Seoul, how his Mormon upbringing has shaped his life, and the behind-the-scenes story of his famed Jeopardy run. Plus, Ken discusses how he’s made a career out of his game show success and the importance of creating one’s own niche. This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp (<a href="http://www.betterhelp.com/threequestions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.betterhelp.com/threequestions</a> code: THREEQUESTIONS), Dashlane, and HelloFresh (<a href="http://www.hellofresh.com/THREEQUESTIONS9" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.hellofresh.com/THREEQUESTIONS9</a> code: THREEQUESTIONS9).

Joel Kim Booster

Comedian Joel Kim Booster sits down with Andy Richter to talk about controversial theater school productions, having his parents discover he was gay by reading his diary, and how he used live theater to launchpad into stand-up comedy. Plus, Joel shares the most helpful piece of advice he’s learned as well as the goalposts he’s building towards.This episode is sponsored by Service on Celluloid podcast, Mack Weldon (www.mackweldon.com code: THREEQUESTIONS), and U-Turn Audio (www.uturnaudio.com code: RICHTER).

Comedian Joel Kim Booster sits down with Andy Richter to talk about controversial theater school productions, having his parents discover he was gay by reading his diary, and how he used live theater to launchpad into stand-up comedy. Plus, Joel shares the most helpful piece of advice he’s learned as well as the goalposts he’s building towards. This episode is sponsored by Service on Celluloid podcast, Mack Weldon (<a href="http://www.mackweldon.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.mackweldon.com</a> code: THREEQUESTIONS), and U-Turn Audio (<a href="http://www.uturnaudio.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.uturnaudio.com</a> code: RICHTER).

Rachel Dratch

Recorded live at SF Sketchfest, actress/comedian Rachel Dratch joins Andy Richter to discuss coming up through Second City’s Touring Co, becoming a mom, and knowing what you want in life. Plus, Rachel shares the true story that inspired Wine Country and the origin of her classic SNL character Debbie Downer.

Recorded live at SF Sketchfest, actress/comedian Rachel Dratch joins Andy Richter to discuss coming up through Second City’s Touring Co, becoming a mom, and knowing what you want in life. Plus, Rachel shares the true story that inspired Wine Country and the origin of her classic SNL character Debbie Downer.

Maria Bamford

Comedian and actress Maria Bamford (What’s Your Ailment?!) sits down with Andy Richter to chat about the goodness of Los Angeleans, auditioning to become a police officer, and her favorite twelve-step programs. Later, Maria discusses how her marriage has helped her create meaning in her work.

Comedian and actress Maria Bamford (What’s Your Ailment?!) sits down with Andy Richter to chat about the goodness of Los Angeleans, auditioning to become a police officer, and her favorite twelve-step programs. Later, Maria discusses how her marriage has helped her create meaning in her work.

Tatiana Maslany

Actress Tatiana Maslany joins Andy Richter to discuss starting her acting career at an early age, the importance of music and movement in her work, and shifting to Broadway after the success of Orphan Black. Plus, Tatiana shares what she's learned about becoming okay with the ‘total unknown’.

Actress Tatiana Maslany joins Andy Richter to discuss starting her acting career at an early age, the importance of music and movement in her work, and shifting to Broadway after the success of Orphan Black. Plus, Tatiana shares what she's learned about becoming okay with the ‘total unknown’.

Dax Shepard

Actor Dax Shepard talks to Andy Richter about being raised by a single mother, feeling the need to win every interaction, casting what-ifs, and the pitfalls of having a public marriage. Plus, Dax breaks down why he considers himself bad at picking what’s best for him.This episode is sponsored by HelloFresh (HelloFresh.com/threequestions80 code: THREEQUESTIONS80), Betterhelp (betterhelp.com/threequestions code: THREEQUESTIONS), and Beach Too Sandy, Water Too Wet podcast.

Actor Dax Shepard talks to Andy Richter about being raised by a single mother, feeling the need to win every interaction, casting what-ifs, and the pitfalls of having a public marriage. Plus, Dax breaks down why he considers himself bad at picking what’s best for him. This episode is sponsored by HelloFresh (<a href="http://HelloFresh.com/threequestions80" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HelloFresh.com/threequestions80</a> code: THREEQUESTIONS80), Betterhelp (<a href="http://betterhelp.com/threequestions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/threequestions</a> code: THREEQUESTIONS), and Beach Too Sandy, Water Too Wet podcast.

Andrea Savage

Actress, comedian, and writer Andrea Savage (I’m Sorry) talks to Andy Richter about overachieving academically, using nervousness as a driving influence, terrifying prop babies, and her new podcast “Andrea Savage: A Grown-Up Woman #buttholes”. Plus, Andrea traces her path from deciding to pursue acting while studying abroad in Spain to joining The Groundlings to running her own show and beyond. This episode is sponsored by Dashlane (www.dashlane.com/andy code: ANDY) and Betterhelp (www.betterhelp.com/THREEQUESTIONS code: THREEQUESTIONS).

Actress, comedian, and writer Andrea Savage (I’m Sorry) talks to Andy Richter about overachieving academically, using nervousness as a driving influence, terrifying prop babies, and her new podcast “Andrea Savage: A Grown-Up Woman #buttholes”. Plus, Andrea traces her path from deciding to pursue acting while studying abroad in Spain to joining The Groundlings to running her own show and beyond. This episode is sponsored by Dashlane (<a href="http://www.dashlane.com/andy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dashlane.com/andy</a> code: ANDY) and Betterhelp (<a href="http://www.betterhelp.com/THREEQUESTIONS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.betterhelp.com/THREEQUESTIONS</a> code: THREEQUESTIONS).

Rob Corddry

Actor and comedian Rob Corddry talks with Andy Richter about growing up in Weymouth, MA, early days at UCB and landing at The Daily Show, and bringing Childrens Hospital to Adult Swim. Plus, Rob shares his plans for future retirement.

Actor and comedian Rob Corddry talks with Andy Richter about growing up in Weymouth, MA, early days at UCB and landing at The Daily Show, and bringing Childrens Hospital to Adult Swim. Plus, Rob shares his plans for future retirement.

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