Lovett or Leave It
Lovett or Leave It
Former Obama speechwriter, self-described comedian and Pod Save America co-host Jon Lovett takes the stage for a new season of the hit show that dared guests from Danny DeVito to Amy Klobuchar to ask “What is this?” and “Where am I?”
Each week, Jon breaks down the biggest and dumbest stories in politics to help you keep up with and laugh at the news, with big guests and surprising conversations you won’t find anywhere else.
New episodes every Saturday morning on your podcast feed and on YouTube. And if you’re in LA, come to a taping. You’ll be amazed by what we cut from the live show.
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26 snips
Mar 28, 2026 • 1h 15min
Airport Security on ICE
Dylan Adler, stand-up comedian and writer known for sharp touring bits, and Jorma Taccone, filmmaker and Lonely Island member who directs and creates oddball comedy. They riff on ICE at airports and shutdown chaos, remaking The Trip into Over Your Dead Body and editing for comedy, touring life and cultural differences, weird tech like toilet cameras and fart sensors, plus playful game segments.
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Mar 21, 2026 • 1h 4min
MAGA’s Uncivil War
Maria Bamford, stand-up comic known for honest bits about mental health, and Utkarsh Ambudkar, actor/comedian from Ghosts, join for a lively live show. They riff on comedy, mental health, impersonations, spooky ghosts, and on‑set stories. Political chaos and Republican infighting provide the backdrop while the group plays absurd games and reflects with playful second thoughts.
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Mar 14, 2026 • 1h 16min
Iran: Oops! All Ayatollahs
Paul Feig, film and TV director known for comedy and The Housemaid, joins with a drink in hand. He swaps stories about Freaks and Geeks, directing women, and teasing a Housemaid sequel. Conversation hops between erotic thriller jokes, political absurdities, and playful games separating movie plots from real scandals.
49 snips
Mar 7, 2026 • 1h 23min
Noem Wrecker
Nick Offerman, actor and woodworker known for comedy and craft, talks woodworking, his new book and tour. Short takes cover why making things matters and the physical satisfaction of craft. He also discusses acting roles, a film about radicalization, and plays a playful tools-vs-people game.
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Feb 28, 2026 • 1h 3min
Skate of the Union
Neil Brennan, comedian and writer known for sharp comedic insight and host of Bonks, and George Wallace, veteran stand-up and actor behind Prime Video’s Clean Slate, trade stories and stage moments. They riff on creativity, what blocks us, memorable anecdotes from LA to Ibiza, and lively audience 'blocks' with quick, funny reflections.
28 snips
Feb 14, 2026 • 59min
Happy Valentine's Bidet
A Valentine’s Day mailbag with romantic confessions, situationship dilemmas, and tips for saying “I love you.” A debate about mayoral bidet plans and the quirks of installing them. A media breakdown of a coal mascot controversy and political unraveling. Rom‑com talk, wedding planning advice, and listeners’ weird workplace stories.
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Feb 7, 2026 • 1h 15min
The Kennedy Center Will Not Hold
Rachel Bloom, writer-actor-singer best known for Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, joins for playful banter and the 36 Questions bit. Lisa Rinna, actress and reality TV personality, shares Traitors behind-the-scenes stories and her new book. They talk reality-show politics, fame and persona, streaming frustrations, singing ambitions, and surprising personal moments.
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Jan 31, 2026 • 1h 8min
Minnesota Breaks the ICE
Vic Michaelis, actor and comedian known for Peacock’s Ponies, and Andy Richter, comedian and Conan O'Brien sidekick, join the conversation. They riff on Minnesota protests and ICE tactics. They trade hilarious backstage and celebrity stories. They play Interview Roulette, critique Kristi Noem and the Melania film, and close with quick Second Thoughts.
51 snips
Jan 24, 2026 • 1h 16min
Greenland New Deal
Kevin Nealon, veteran comedian and SNL alum, shares stories about art, aging, and apology techniques. Frankie Quiñones, character comic and creator of Creeper, performs sketches like The Egg of Truth and talks sobriety and representation. They riff on Trump’s Greenland flap, ICE controversies, audience improv, and live comedy bits in short, punchy segments.
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Jan 17, 2026 • 1h 13min
Nobel Peace Prize, Gently Used
This week’s guests include Robin Thede, a comedian discussing her film "Relationship Goals" and the nuances of dating in the social media age. Michael Urie, known for "Shrinking," shares hilarious tales about acting with babies and pets, while Ted McGinley dives into his long career and working with icons like Harrison Ford. They explore the magic of rom-com best friends, stage thrill, and the balance between ambition and happiness. The episode wraps with lighthearted second thoughts from all guests!
