Dinner’s on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson
Sony Music Entertainment
I’m breaking bread with big-name friends—old and new—for a delicious meal and candid convos that can only happen over a glass of wine. We're getting out of the studio and into my favorite restaurants across Los Angeles and New York City with people like Julie Bowen, Kristen Bell, Fred Armisen, Jesse Williams, Niecy Nash-Betts, and so many more. I know, a celebrity-interview podcast, who’s doing that? No one. Which is why I needed to.
We’ll get vulnerable about everything from relationships and family history, to mental health and imposter syndrome. We’ll laugh about my attempted modeling career and being starstruck by Beyoncé. Look, am I saying a chocolate soufflé is going to get me to reveal all my secrets? Yeah. Yeah, I am. So, join me… dinner’s on me.
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We’ll get vulnerable about everything from relationships and family history, to mental health and imposter syndrome. We’ll laugh about my attempted modeling career and being starstruck by Beyoncé. Look, am I saying a chocolate soufflé is going to get me to reveal all my secrets? Yeah. Yeah, I am. So, join me… dinner’s on me.
Dinner’s on Me is a production of Sony Music Entertainment and A Kid Named Beckett Productions.
Want to be the first to get new episodes of Dinner's on Me? Subscribe to Dinner’s on Me PLUS, to get access to new episodes one week early and completely ad-free. Just click ‘Try Free’ at the top of the Dinner’s on Me show page on Apple Podcasts to start your free trial today.
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Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts
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Feb 27, 2024 • 45min
DAX SHEPARD — interrupting President Obama and sharing his 2020 relapse with listeners
"Parenthood” star and “Armchair Expert” podcast co-host Dax Shepard joins the show. Over a burger and fries, Dax tells me about what it’s like to interrupt President Obama, how Anna Kendrick’s “Armchair” episode blew his mind, and him and Kristen’s differing approaches to Instagram haters. This episode was recorded at Cara Restaurant at the Cara Hotel in Hollywood, CA.
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Feb 20, 2024 • 47min
DANIELLE BROOKS — advice from Oprah and overnight fame on OITNB
Oscar and Tony nominated star of “The Color Purple” Danielle Brooks joins the show. Over tuna melts and Thai steak salad, Danielle tells me what it was like to inherit a role from Oprah Winfrey herself, and losing her anonymity seemingly overnight with the success of Netflix's “Orange is the New Black.” This episode was recorded at Superba in Hollywood, CA.
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Feb 13, 2024 • 48min
BRYAN CRANSTON — being a quasi murder suspect and girlfriend drama on a soap set
Bryan Cranston, the acclaimed actor known for his iconic roles in Breaking Bad and Malcolm in the Middle, shares intriguing personal stories over a meal in West Hollywood. He humorously recounts a brief stint as a murder suspect due to a soap opera scandal and discusses the secretive measures behind Walter White's cameo in Better Call Saul. Cranston also reflects on his tumultuous past, touching on dramatic romantic confrontations and the emotional challenges stemming from family dynamics, all while delivering laughs and insights into his journey.
Feb 6, 2024 • 52min
MANDY MOORE — healing after a difficult marriage and ‘Dr. Death’ role
Mandy Moore discusses her iconic career moments, working with idols, and her journey to finding self comfort. They also touch on early career experiences, relationship challenges, and the importance of reinventing oneself in the entertainment industry.
Jan 30, 2024 • 46min
WEIRD AL YANKOVIC — reconnecting with bullies and tracking down stars for parody approval
Five time Grammy award-winning artist "Weird Al" Yankovic joins the show. Over orders of "I am Humble" and "I am Dazzling,"
Al tells me about getting his first song on the radio as a kid, the lengths he went to get Iggy Izalea's signoff on a song parody, and he confirms if he has or hasn't ever tried bologna.
This episode was recorded at Cafe Gratitude in Larchmont Village, CA.
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Jan 23, 2024 • 50min
KATHY GRIFFIN — touring for first time in 6 years and an iconic Paris Hilton gift
Emmy and Grammy Award-winning comedian Kathy Griffin joins the show.
Over seafood and charcuterie, Kathy talks about going on tour for the first time in six years, how she finds material perched in a chair of judgement at Hollywood parties, and her iconic Christmas gift for Paris Hilton.
This episode was recorded at The Sunset restaurant in Malibu.
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Jan 16, 2024 • 42min
ED O’NEILL — skirting a life of organized crime and hanging out with Tennessee Williams
“Modern Family” and “Married…with Children” star Ed O'Neill joins the show.
Over some fancy sandwiches, Ed talks about dodging a career in organized crime, hanging out with Tennessee Williams, Lucille Ball and so much more.
This episode was recorded at Lunetta in Santa Monica.
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Nov 28, 2023 • 40min
Best of: Elizabeth Banks / Margo Martindale
This week, it's all things “Cocaine Bear," as I revisit interviews with Elizabeth Banks, who directed the film, and my co-star Margo Martindale.
First up, Liz meets me at one of our favorite spots in Sherman Oaks, Petit Trois. We discuss her early career, learning from the likes of Steven Spielberg, and what it was like to sit in the director's chair for the first time in “Pitch Perfect 2.”
Then, the iconic Margo Martindale meets me at Marea in New York City. I’ll talk to Margo about her hilarious childhood hobbies, being Esteemed Character Actress Margo Martindale on “Bojack Horseman”... and, of course, her amazing stunts on “Cocaine Bear.”
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Nov 21, 2023 • 40min
Zachary Quinto and Jonathan Van Ness on reclaiming queer narratives
Over the course of the show, I’ve been able to share some of my personal life with you – from meeting Justin and our decision to get married, to parenting our two sons. It means a lot to me that we can have those conversations especially at a time when the rights of queer people, especially in the trans community, are under attack.
It’s been so special to have these conversations with my guests as well.
First up, “Star Trek” star Zachary Quinto. Over salads at American Bar in the West Village, we discuss his decision to come out publicly and our fun romps around Silver Lake gay bars in our 20s.
Then, we have podcast host, haircare entrepreneur and “Queer Eye” star Jonathan Van Ness. Jonathan tells me what it’s like to live in Texas as a queer person, their journey to discovering their nonbinary identity and why a guinea pig named Peanut is causing a stir in some libraries.
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Nov 14, 2023 • 34min
Uzo Aduba, Busy Philipps, and Padma Lakshmi on parenting
Uzo Aduba, Busy Philipps, and Padma Lakshmi have a candid conversation about parenting. They discuss the overwhelming love of becoming parents, raising kids, supporting gender identity, navigating social media, and teaching children about consent. They also explore the challenges of parenting in the current political climate and being mindful of children's exposure.
