Obsessed: The Podcast

On this episode of Obsessed, Matt Wilstein is joined by producer Rachel Passer to kick things off with a lively conversation about the Super Bowl, Bad Bunny’s highly anticipated halftime show, and how politics, pop culture, and criticism collide on TV’s biggest stage. Then, Matt sits down with Emmy-winning icon Niecy Nash-Betts for a candid, funny, and deeply personal conversation about her career—from Reno 911! to Getting On, Ryan Murphy collaborations, and that unforgettable Emmy win. Niecy opens up about navigating critical backlash, supporting Kim Kardashian amid All’s Fair reviews, and trusting her own path despite the noise. It’s a joyful, honest reflection on longevity, ambition, and why the critics don’t always have the final word.Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallonFollow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilsteinNew episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Obsessed, Kevin Fallon is joined by producer Rachel Passer as they process the shock of Catherine O’Hara’s death and reflect on the warmth, humanity, and legacy she left behind. Kevin then sits down for a candid, funny, and surprisingly emotional conversation with actress and Critics’ Choice Award winner, Allison Tolman. During this conversation, they discuss all things comfort TV, career survival, and why ‘St. Denis Medical’ feels like exactly the show people need right now. Along the way, the episode gets messy and honest about Hollywood’s blind spots, casting shortcuts, and the uncomfortable truth that in this industry, there’s no such thing as “arriving.”Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallonFollow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilsteinNew episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Obsessed, Kevin Fallon breaks down the biggest, buzziest moments from the Grammy Awards with producer Rachel—covering everything from Bad Bunny’s powerful speeches and iconic performances to Cher chaos and pop-star discourse worth arguing about. Then, Kevin sits down with Summer House star Carl Radke for a raw, funny, and deeply human conversation about life on reality TV, sobriety, grief, mental health, and what it means to live your hardest moments in front of the cameras. From Bravo fame and shower shots to recovery, vulnerability, and finding purpose through connection, it’s an episode that balances pop culture absurdity with genuine emotional weight—and proves why Summer House (and Carl Radke) hit deeper than anyone expects.Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallonFollow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilsteinNew episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode of Obsessed dives into the legacy and inner workings of Saturday Night Live as anticipation builds for the show’s upcoming 1,000th episode. Host Matt Wilstein and producer Rachel Passer discuss why SNL remains a generational obsession, the constant churn of cast departures, and what keeps the show culturally relevant. The conversation then turns to SNL legend Kevin Nealon, who shares candid, funny stories about his years on the show, Weekend Update, working with Lorne Michaels, and how stand-up has anchored his decades-long comedy career. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallonFollow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilsteinNew episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode of Obsessed heads to Sundance for a deep dive into the festival’s final year in Park City—breaking down the buzziest films, the glamour-versus-grind reality of the fest, and what Sundance still means for indie cinema as it prepares to move on. Then, comedian and actress Maria Bamford joins the show to talk about premiering her deeply personal documentary Paralyzed by Hope at Sundance, reflecting on vulnerability, career highs and lows, and the moments she wishes audiences had missed. From Oscar chatter to emotional honesty, it’s a Sundance episode that’s both inside baseball and disarmingly human. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallonFollow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilsteinNew episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From Sundance in Park City, Kevin Fallon checks in with producer Rachel Passer to break down the biggest celebrity and pop culture stories he missed while away, from buzzy internet moments to the latest Hollywood family drama. Then Kevin sits down with ‘Shrinking’ star Michael Urie for a candid, funny, and moving conversation about queer TV milestones, that unforgettable Emmy moment, and why shows about feeling your feelings resonate so deeply right now. It’s an episode that blends escapist gossip with meaningful reflection, offering a little pop culture relief when it’s needed most.Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallonFollow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilsteinNew episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Award-winning showbiz experts Kevin Fallon and Matt Wilstein break down all the drama in the Oscar nominations. Who lost out on a statuette? Who should be furious? And they have the skinny on the biggest shocks: the jaw-dropping Best Picture nomination for F1, starring Brad Pitt as a race-car driver, and Kate Hudson getting her second nomination for Song Sung Blue after a quarter-century break. Kevin and Matt get into Ariana Grande getting shut out in a Wicked disappointment and have some predictions for who's going to triumph os the big night. Need to know what to say about the Oscars? They've got it all covered. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallonFollow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilsteinNew episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Obsessed, Kevin Fallon explores two recent watches that made him feel everything — in totally opposite ways. He chats with a film critic to talk about ‘Hamnet,’ the quietly devastating film that lingers long after the credits roll. Then, Kevin switches gears with unfiltered celebrity chef and actor, Matty Matheson (‘The Bear’)‪‬. They discuss details of Matty's show, Just a Dash, which is a chaotic, funny, rule-breaking and heavily tattooed Netflix cooking show where global comfort food, oversharing, and laughs matter more than perfect recipes. From joyful chaos to emotional heartbreak, this episode is all about the TV and movies that leave a mark.Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilsteinNew episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Kevin Fallon, host and editor-at-large at the Daily Beast’s Obsessed brings everyone inside his latest obsession: ‘Heated Rivalry.’ Kevin kicks things off with Matt Wilstein, Editorial Director of The Daily Beast’s Obsessed, breaking down how the show pulled him in, why it’s so addictive, and what makes it feel like more than just another buzzy series. The conversation then continues with Joanna Coles, Chief Creative and Content Officer for The Daily Beast, as Kevin takes his fixation into a candid, often NSFW discussion about the show’s sex scenes, emotional payoff, and why ‘Heated Rivalry’ is resonating far beyond its expected audience. Joanna also tells Kevin why she’s so frustrated that her other TV obsession, Taylor Sheridan’s ‘Landman,’ has gone full MAGA.Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilsteinNew episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt Wilstein sits down with Lake Bell (‘It’s Complicated’) to talk about how she possibly keeps a straight face opposite SNL alum Tim Robinson on HBO’s bonkers show ‘The Chair Company.’ The comedy star also shares stories about auditioning for Woody Allen and her humiliating first day on set with Meryl Streep. But first, Matt chats with Nick Schager, Entertainment Critic for the Daily Beast’s Obsessed, about all things Tim Robinson, breaking down what makes his work so singular, and why this new show feels like him at the peak of his comedic powers.Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram @kpfallon Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram @mattjwilsteinNew episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday; early drops on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices