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Consider This for Comfort

Eteng Ettah
Comfort TV Shows
Comedy
This Is Us
The White Lotus
Comfort Shows
Parenting
Broad City
Survivor
Pop Culture
Insecure
Nostalgia
Sex and the City
Abbott Elementary
Tourism
Millennials
Saturday Night Live
A Different World
Severance
Hacks
Ted Lasso

You've finally made it to your couch with a glass of wine and pick up your remote. What are you turning on? Maybe it's a show with a character you love to hate. Maybe it's a storyline that feels just like your life, or the life you wish you had. Maybe it's a theme song stuck in your head, or a catchphrase you still quote. That's comfort TV. The award-winning podcast, Consider This for Comfort, is ... more

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From messy reads, iconic confessionals, and explosive reunions to the personal sacrifices women "of a certain age" make for fame, Nichole Hill (Our Ancestors Were Messy) joins Eteng to break down the cultural phenomenon that is Real Housewives. Toget... more

Who was the best "A"? And why do texts have the power to ruin everything?

Yessi Sanchez, podcast host (No Map Included) and co-founder of Artak Pictures, joins Eteng to revisit Pretty Little Liars. Growing up between cultures, Yessi watched the tee... more

Emmy Award-winning writer and comedian Josh Gondelman (Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Desus & Mero, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) wants you to consider the beloved animated comedy Bob's Burgers for comfort.

From its hilarious and heartfelt portra... more

Brooklyn-based comedian and podcast host Amelia Ritthaler joins Eteng to dive into Bridgerton and why we can't look away. We get into why the show sparks so many conversations about modern dating, the power of gossip, and what our obsession with the ... more

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Fanshen Cox
Founder of True Julo Productions, co-author of The Inclusion Writer, host and producer of Sista Brunch
True Julo Productions
Episode: Sista Brunch Considers [A Different World] For Comfort
Jen Farris
28-year veteran location scout, Atlanta-based
Location scouting profession
Episode: Sista Brunch Considers [A Different World] For Comfort
Josh Malina
TV, film, and theater actor
Episode: Josh Malina Considers [Scandal] For Comfort
LaNisa Renee Frederick
Actor, writer, voice artist, and podcast host
Actor, Hashtag Booked, Black and Cultivated
Episode: Consider [Jury Duty] For Comfort
Arian Moayed
Tony and Emmy nominated actor, producer, director
Episode: Arian Moayed Considers [The Good Place] for Comfort
Katie Skelly
Based in New York City, leads art direction and marketing for the New York Film Festival and Lincoln Center programming
New York Film Festival / Lincoln Center
Episode: Consider [Degrassi] for Comfort
Brandi Nikkale
Bibliophile, author and life enthusiast
Self/Writing and speaking engagements
Episode: Consider [Desperate Housewives] for Comfort
Lynn Harris
Culture shifting producer, award winning journalist, and author; CEO of GOLD Comedy
GOLD Comedy
Episode: Consider [Girls5Eva] for Comfort
Jatty Robinson
Bronx-born comedian featured in stand-up specials and TV
Comedian
Episode: Consider [Everybody Hates Chris] for Comfort

Host

Eteng Ettah
Host and creator of the show, known for thoughtful, warm interview style and focus on comfort TV and culture.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Unwind and think with a comfort listen

    3 things I love about this podcast:

    1. I get to think more deeply about tv shows that I really enjoy.

    2. Not only is it a show about comfort shows, it also substitutes as a comfort listen when I’m not near a screen.

    3. Eteng is a lovely host and brings the best out in her guests.

    Definitely recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RamboMay
    United States12 days ago
  • Fun & fascinating!

    This is such a fun deep dive into how different people define a comfort show, and is a great way to discover new shows (or rediscover ones from childhood that deserve a rewatch!). Eteng asks thoughtful questions to get the guests thinking creatively about the show in question, and I love the recommendations for similar shows!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EBal27
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Best comfort podcast

    Not only does Eteng have the most soothing voice, but listening to her dissect these pop culture shows and how they’re considered comfort shows has broadened my perspective on what I personally consider comfort. Genuinely there’s something on this feed for everyone and I implore everyone to pick the episode of the show they’re LEAST likely to watch. Not only do I think you’ll be convinced but Eteng also offers personalized recommendations in each episode. This show is guaranteed to put a smile o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JuliaRose18
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the personalized recommendations and the approachable yet insightful discussion style.
The host's soothing voice and deep dive into comfort TV broaden listeners' perspectives on what counts as a comfort show.
The host asks thoughtful questions that spur guests to think creatively about the show and offer fresh recommendations.

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Consider [Jury Duty] For Comfort
Q: What was unique about the production process and how did the cast support each other?
The production emphasized a rigorous rehearsal period, living on-site, and treating each other as family; the cast supported one another through insecurities, used in-character dynamics to protect the 'hero' (Anthony Norman), and built a collaborative, camp-like atmosphere that drove the show's warmth.
Consider [Jury Duty] For Comfort
Q: What drew you to the role of Jackie and what were the biggest challenges in bringing her to life?
Jackie was designed as a real, relatable mom escaping into a fantasy workplace; the challenge was sustaining authenticity across 90% real-life truth with 10% exaggeration, while navigating a no-cut shooting environment and deeply character-driven improv.
Consider [Heated Rivalry] for Comfort
Q: What broader impact does Heated Rivalry have on representation and audiences?
The show offers joy and hope, proving that queer love can be portrayed with warmth and complexity; it also expands who gets to lead a narrative about desire and partnership without sensationalism or tragedy.
Consider [Heated Rivalry] for Comfort
Q: Which scenes or moments stood out most, and why do they function so powerfully?
Moments like Ilya speaking Russian to Shane, the cottage finale, and the club scene stand out for their intimate reveals, emotional honesty, and cinematic staging that translate complex feelings into accessible, shareable moments for fans.
Consider [Heated Rivalry] for Comfort
Q: What makes the dynamic between Ilya and Shane compelling, and why does it resonate with viewers?
Their relationship captures slow-building longing, vulnerability, and communication between two men, which feels refreshingly non-tragic and human, allowing audiences to see two people grow together while navigating external pressures.

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A thoughtful exploration of comfort TV across a range of shows, with guests from development, production, and media critique sharing how characters, storylines, and representations shape culture. Episodes skew toward discussions of representation, intergenerational dynamics, and the social implications of popular series, often tying back to nostalgia and personal resonance. A standout angle is the host's careful, warm interview style that surfaces nuanced takes while offering fresh recommendations, making the show especially appealing to listeners who crave thoughtful pop culture analysis with a comforting vibe.

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Recent guests on Consider This for Comfort include:

1. Fanshen Cox
2. Jen Farris
3. Josh Malina
4. LaNisa Renee Frederick
5. Arian Moayed
6. Katie Skelly
7. Brandi Nikkale
8. Lynn Harris

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