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Best Friends with Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata

Headgum
Friendship
Comedy
Travel
Vegas Trip
Las Vegas
Relationships
Hollywood
Los Angeles
Friendship Dynamics
Personal Growth
Usher
Mental Health
Criss Angel
Cirque Du Soleil
Media Industry
New York
Aging
Black History Month
Black Inventors
Hair Care

Gayle & Oprah. Bonnie & Clyde. Nicole & Sasheer. Enter the pantheon of best friendship. When you’re forced to change your number, are sick of being single, or want to take a pole-dancing class, you’re going to need a best friend...and if you don’t, you can still have this podcast.

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Latest Episodes

Nicole and Sasheer swap stories about being pulled over, picking a fight on the road, and the trials and tribulations of having cutie privilege. Sasheer also shares about what she (may have) found in the Uber on the way to the studio, which reminds N... more

Nicole and Sasheer reunite in the studio to wonder about all of the possible meanings behind the acronyms we use today. Nicole also shares her hypothetical plan to announce running for president. Sasheer and Nicole also remember moments in the past w... more

Nicole and Sasheer are back in the studio to discuss the age gap problem between vampires and their high school girlfriends, deciding where to get a new tattoo, realizing everyone at the party is on mushrooms except for you, and what Big Pharma isn’t... more

Nicole and Sasheer are joined by a very special guest, actor/singer Tracie Thoms (The Devil Wears Prada, 9-1-1, Rent)! Our trio gets into the alchemy of a perfect party, the evolving conversation about the quality of the friendships in The Devil Wear... more

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Recent Guests

Mandy Moore
Actor, guest in promo outro segment
That Was Us on Headgum
Episode: Sasheer’s the Pun Queen
Tracie Thoms
Actress and singer, guest on the episode
Actor/Stage and Screen
Episode: Nicole and Sasheer Sing A Song (w/ Tracie Thoms)
Sabrina Jalees
Hilarious actor, comedian, writer, and podcast host
Host of Good Enough; Mating Season on Netflix
Episode: Nicole and Sasheer Consider Kit Kat Currency (w/ Sabrina Jalees)
Anat Shenker-Osorio
Researcher on perception and persuasion, host of Words to Win By
ASO Communications
Episode: Nicole and Sasheer Talk Political Strategy (w/ Anat Shenker-Osorio)
Aparna Nancherla
Acclaimed comedian, writer, and actor known for her dry humor
Episode: Nicole and Sasheer have Shared Hat Language (w/ Aparna Nancherla)
Tawny Newsome
Actress, comedian, and voice of Ensign Beckett Mariner on Star Trek: Lower Decks
Netflix and Paramount Plus
Episode: Sasheer Might Try Bouldering (w/ Tawny Newsome)
Big Dipper
Rapper known for body positive queer hip hop
Sloppy Seconds Podcast
Episode: Sasheer’s Axe Ricocheted (w/ Big Dipper & Meatball)
Harvey Guillén
Actor and comedian, known for his role in 'What We Do In The Shadows'.
FX Network
Episode: Sasheer's Hot Dog Shrine is Mostly From Nicole (w/ Harvey Guillén)
Margaret Cho
Comedian, actor, musician, advocate, entrepreneur, and five-time Grammy and Emmy nominee
Cho Lagarque Comedy Tour
Episode: Nicole Learns All About Catios (w/ Margaret Cho)

Hosts

Nicole Byer
Host of the show; long-running comedian and TV personality known for candid humor and bold hosting style.
Sasheer Zamata
Co-host; acclaimed comedian and actor known for dynamic banter with Nicole Byer.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 9k ratings
  • Great show!

    I love this show! Nicole and Sasheer make me teehee every week, and the guests are always fantastic. My only thing is… has it always had this many 3-5 minute ad breaks?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    xMarissa
    United States2 months ago
  • I’m a new listener and I love this show

    Longtime fan on Nicole and a new fan of Sasheer! So funny and authentic!

    Stumbled across this show while looking for a new favorite podcast and it’s the perfect fit. You guys are great and real.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zealand New
    United States2 months ago
  • My favorite

    I love this podcast so much! I seriously adore these two women and I love how they love each other. There are very few podcasts that make me belly laugh like this one does and in a climate where there is so much to be sad and scared about, the things that bring joy are so precious. Thanks for sharing your awesome personalities and friendship with the world. Let the sun shine in or whatever Nicole said!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    micki.ikcim
    United States2 months ago
  • Effortlessly Funny

    What a lovely way to spend some time with two hilarious friends who genuinely love each other and still crack each other up. This podcast just keeps getting better halfway into 2026.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trixie’s Dad
    United States2 months ago
  • Bratz movie

    There was a live action Bratz movie already in 2007

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AttilaTheFun
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

- Listeners praise the authentic friendship and warmth between hosts.
- Some listeners crave more solo host moments and fewer guest-heavy episodes.
- Audiences note strong chemistry and candid conversations, with occasional critical takes on production quality.
- Guests are seen as a bonus unless the episode focuses on host banter, which is highly favored.
- Fans love the humor and relatability, often describing it as comforting and uplifting.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#131
United States/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#228
Canada/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#61
Israel/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#70
Ukraine/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#132
Philippines/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#170
Indonesia/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Nicole’s Quest to Dance in the Dark
Q: Hi, Nicole and Sasheer. Longtime listener and fan... Could you provide some insight on the positive slash negative differences you've experienced when comparing New York and LA?
They discuss culture shock, opportunities, community, and the tradeoffs between big-city life in New York vs LA, emphasizing that moves aren't permanent and one can always reassess.
Sasheer’s Chip Inventions
Q: How do you handle overwhelming text messages from a friend who shares a lot of interests?
The suggested approach is to talk openly about the boundaries, propose creating folders or pacing the sharing, and set expectations for response times to keep communication respectful and manageable.
Sasheer’s the Minister of School
Q: What are some strategies for keeping long-distance friendships with people in different time zones?
The hosts discuss scheduling regular check-ins, using video apps like Marco Polo to leave asynchronous messages, and setting concrete times to talk so people aren't left guessing.
Nicole and Sasheer Chat Dolphins and Capitalism
Q: Hi, my partner and I are navigating open relationships and friendships within a polycule. How do we handle metamores and boundaries when dating others who aren't involved with us?
Be explicit about your needs and define what kind of relationship you want with each person; have open conversations early, use the terms metamore and triangulate expectations so everyone knows their role and boundaries.
Nicole Announces Burrata’s Back
Q: What should Colin do about telling Ryan's sexuality to their group without betraying trust?
Advise is to communicate with the friend directly about how they want their information handled, respect boundaries, and avoid forcing disclosures while acknowledging that friends are asking for guidance.

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2. Tracie Thoms
3. Sabrina Jalees
4. Anat Shenker-Osorio
5. Aparna Nancherla
6. Tawny Newsome
7. Big Dipper
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