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Here to Make Friends

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Friendship
Comedy
Parenting
SNL
No Good Deed
Dating Apps
Los Angeles Comedy Scene
Dying For Sex
Tig Notaro
Health Issues
Emotional Support
Adult Relationships
Somebody Somewhere
Jenny Slate
Motherhood
Raya
Pandemic
Adult Friendships
Childhood
New York City

Welcome to Here To Make Friends, where hosts Liz Feldman and Jessi Klein celebrate their longstanding friendships and attempt to make new ones in adulthood. New audio and video episodes every Friday.

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Latest Episodes

Liz and Jessi are joined by dear friend Kelly Hutchinson (Dead To Me, Palm Royale) to talk about friend-of-a-friend dynamics, how Liz first met Kelly in a ham and cigarette-scented dorm room, and how possessiveness shapes a friendship. It's an amazin... more

Kristen Schaal delights Liz and Jessi with her famous voice on an extra-friendly edition of Here To Make Friends! Liz, Jessi, and Kristen share their true thoughts on women's swimwear, learn about Kristen's deep fear of dolls, and retell the story of... more

The iconic Margaret Cho (Fire Island, Dying For Sex) joins Liz and Jessi to talk about red light therapy, why her parents LOVE Whitney Cummings, and how she's influenced a generation of comedians... plus a "Perry Mason-pause" update!

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The delightful and funny Bowen Yang (SNL, Wicked, The Wedding Banquet) joins Liz and Jessi to chat about how he is a "human hot tub," gets a little woo woo talking about mental health, and sets the record straight with a "he said/he said" on his orig... more

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Kelly Hutchinson
Writer, producer and actress known for her work in comedy
Episode: Kelly Hutchinson
Kristen Schaal
Actress, comedian, and writer known for her voice role as Louise Belcher on Bob's Burgers.
Episode: Kristen Schaal
Margaret Cho
Iconic stand-up comedian, musician, author, and actress
Multiple award-winning specials and television appearances
Episode: Margaret Cho
Bowen Yang
Actor, comedian, and podcast host known for his role on Saturday Night Live and co-host of Las Culturistas.
Saturday Night Live, Las Culturistas
Episode: Bowen Yang
Andrew Rannells
Grammy-winning actor and singer, known for roles in The Book of Mormon and Big Mouth
I Don't Understand You
Episode: Andrew Rannells
Molly Ringwald
Actress, writer, and translator known for her roles in iconic teen films like 'Sixteen Candles' and 'The Breakfast Club'. She also translated books and authored essays.
Episode: Molly Ringwald
Tim Simons
Actor and comedian known for his role in Veep
Nobody Wants This
Episode: Timothy Simons
Phoebe Robinson
Comedian, New York Times bestselling author, and creator of Two Dope Queens
Her latest book is 'Please Don't Sit On My Bed In Your Outside Clothes'
Episode: Phoebe Robinson
Abbi Jacobson
Comedian, actress, writer, and producer who co-created and co-starred in Broad City.
Amazon Prime, Broad City
Episode: Abbi Jacobson

Hosts

Liz Feldman
Co-host known for her humor and warmth, focusing on friendship and personal anecdotes.
Jessi Klein
Co-host celebrated for her insightful commentary and engaging storytelling about relationships and friendships.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 10.1k ratings
  • Here to make Friends

    These gals are so sweet and funny. Every episode is heartfelt and hilarious. Wish Jessi and Liz were 2 gals in my friend circle. Every episode feels like a sit down & reconnect with 2 friends I’ve known forever.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OsitoMeloso
    United States19 days ago
  • I’m loving it (and #learning!)

    These are such fun, funny, insightful conversations to listen to. I love it! And no joke I am learning stuff about friendship! For real. Liz:Kelly (I wanna learn to speak truth like Liz), Vanessa:Gwen (how much it means when you ravioli a friend), Jessi (I feel so seen, I also am a Sensitive 10)… can’t wait to catch up and hear more! Thanks, all!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    liz asch greenhill
    United Statesa month ago
  • Favorite podcast

    Love Jessi and Liz together, and they have such great rapport with all their guests. Relatable, emotionally intelligent, and smart humor.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Benna Carpenter
    United States2 months ago
  • In love from the start

    Literally laughed out loud at the Vanessa Bayer and Tig Notaro episodes. Can’t wait to listen to all of them. Love these ladies!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    K Beeeeee
    United States2 months ago
  • So great

    I came to the pod because I love both of Jessi Klein’s books, especially her book on motherhood, and now I’m a big fan of Liz Feldman and their friendship! Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PodcastsAndPho
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners love the engaging and heartfelt conversations, often describing the hosts as relatable and authentic.

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Kristen Schaal
Q: How did you spend your summers growing up?
Kristen shared her unique experiences, including a summer spent scared of a doll and another one watching Dirty Dancing every day.
Abbi Jacobson
Q: What do you look for in a new friend now?
I want to like, feel like we're talking about real, like the hard stuff.
Abbi Jacobson
Q: Were you always just someone who had a sense of, I want to make a thing happen?
I think I get so much satisfaction from like the doing of it.
Alison Brie
Q: Do you feel like you credit the people in your life that have helped keep you this way?
I do have an amazing group of friends and I feel like they are my grounding force.
Jillian Bell
Q: How autobiographical is your new movie Summer of 69?
The lead's name in the film is Abby and I am Abby; I put the setting at a Catholic high school, which is where I attended, and I was a late bloomer with my first kiss at 17.

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Offering a warm and humorous exploration of friendships, this series focuses on the dynamics of maintaining meaningful relationships as adults. The hosts often share personal anecdotes, comedic observations, and engaging conversations with guests, including notable figures from the entertainment industry. Common themes include the trials of parenthood, reflections on aging, and the importance of emotional support and vulnerability within friendships. With a mix of laughter and heartfelt storytelling, this show is well-suited for listeners looking for relatable discussions on building and nurturing connections in their lives.

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Recent guests on Here to Make Friends include:

1. Kelly Hutchinson
2. Kristen Schaal
3. Margaret Cho
4. Bowen Yang
5. Andrew Rannells
6. Molly Ringwald
7. Tim Simons
8. Phoebe Robinson

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