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How Did We Get Weird with Vanessa Bayer and Jonah Bayer

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Before sibling duo Vanessa Bayer and Jonah Bayer took the comedy, music and general world by storm, they were just some lil weirdo kids. Joined by exciting guests who also started out this way, they reminisce about everything from toys to trends on How Did We Get Weird? Unless you’re a monster, you’ll want to listen to this nostalgia-filled, hilarious and surprisingly sweet podcast where they disc... more

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The Bayers' longtime friend and iconic musician Jenny Lewis stops by the podcast this week to discuss the time that she and Vanessa took Jonah to get his first ever pedicure! If that story isn't exciting enough, we also discuss Jenny's childhood acti... more

Our pal Ben Gibbard from Death Cab For Cutie and The Postal Service is back on the podcast to dig a little deeper into his formative years. From waking up super early in the morning for swim practice to working during the summer as a lifeguard to now... more

On today's new episode the Bayer siblings are thrilled to welcome their friend hilarious and extremely cool friend Jessy Hodges! You may know that Jessy starts in the new hit Apple show MAXIMUM PLEASURE GUARANTEED but did you know that she has tried ... more

This week, the Bayers welcome Mike Kinsella of American Football to the podcast! We talk about Mike eating deep dish as a little kid growing up in the Chicago suburbs, playing shows with Cap'n Jazz as a teenager and owning the most controversial base... more

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Mike Kinsella
Singer-songwriter, vocalist-guitarist of American Football; also known for Owen, Camp Jazz, Joan of Arc
American Football, Owen
Episode: Remember the Sony Sports Walkman? (with Mike Kinsella of American Football)
Fred Armisen
Comedian, musician, actor, writer; guest on the episode
Friend of the hosts; renowned performer
Episode: MEMORIAL DAY RE-AIR: Remember DEVO? (with Fred Armisen)
Claudia O'Doherty
Emmy nominated writer, comedian and actor; guest on the episode
Freelance/Acting and Writing
Episode: Remember Hot Chips? (With Claudia O'Doherty)
Dean Spunt
Artist, musician, and No Age member; runs Post Present Medium
No Age / Post Present Medium
Episode: Remember Health Food Stores? (with Dean Spunt of No Age)
Michelle Collins
Comedian, TV host and podcaster
The Michelle Collins Show / On the Box (BritBox)
Episode: Remember Infomercials? (with Michelle Collins)
Brian Diaz
Member of Edna's Goldfish and The Reunion Show, bass tech for Guns N' Roses, photographer
Edna's Goldfish, The Reunion Show, Guns N' Roses (tech)
Episode: Remember Video Arcades (with Brian Diaz of Edna's Goldfish/The Reunion Show)
Craig Wedren
Front man of the post-hardcore band Shudder To Think and composer for TV/film
Shudder To Think, Dream Dreaming
Episode: Remember Getting Beat Up? (with Craig Wedren of Shudder To Think)
Ariana Jackson
Writer and producer; alum of Bloomers
Unreal, Riverdale, the 4400; Bloomers alum
Episode: Remember Hypercolor? (with Ariana Jackson)
Ben Walsh
Member of Tigers Jaw, long-time bandmate
Tigers Jaw
Episode: Remember Pass The Pigs? (with Ben Walsh and Brianna Collins of Tigers Jaw)

Hosts

Vanessa Bayer
Host of the show
Jonah Bayer
Co‑host of the show

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • The (((((( yeah ))))) podcast

    Once you realize how much they say “yeah” it becomes unlistenable. yeah, yeah yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah. YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH, YEAH

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kidmousey
    United States2 months ago
  • How did I not know about this podcast?!

    Right up my alley. So glad to find that one of the SNL greats has a podcast. Vanessa, sibling fun, and nostalgia?! Yes please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmberE
    United States3 months ago
  • Nostalgia

    I love this sibling duo’s energy. Love listening to them talk about their lives and what they remember from their childhood.

    I’m so excited that Vanessa is on the reboot of Scrubs, as this show was such a special part of my 20’s.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MummaMite
    Australia4 months ago
  • Nut

    Soul mate

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sean Brierty
    United States4 months ago
  • My favorite podcast!

    I love this podcast so much. I’m around the same age as Vanessa and Jonah and also grew up in the Midwest and love music so this hits all the nostalgia notes I need to start my week every Monday.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CornflakeGuy13
    United States5 months ago

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Fans cite high entertainment value and memorable guest moments, with occasional critique around ad pacing.
Listeners praise the unique, generations-spanning sibling dynamic and engaging guests.
Many feel the show offers refreshing nostalgia and candid conversations not found in typical comedy pods.

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Remember Health Food Stores? (with Dean Spunt of No Age)
Q: What were some memorable moments from your vegan journey on tour?
Dean shares stories of sourcing simple, on-tour meals like rice and tofu stir-fries, the practicalities of food on the road, and how nutritional yeast and Bragg aminos became staples for touring meals.
Remember Health Food Stores? (with Dean Spunt of No Age)
Q: Dean, what was your experience with health food stores growing up in California?
Dean talks about the unique atmosphere of health food stores, the bulk sections, and the esoteric vibe they carried, which he found deeply inspiring and connected to the counterculture of his youth.
Remember Sideways Stories from Wayside School? (with Josh Gondelman)
Q: So why don't you tell us what your topic is today, and we'll get into it.
Josh introduces Sideways Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar as his topic, describing it as a beloved collection of short stories famous for its chaotic and joyful energy.
Remember The Secret Beanie Baby Scam? (with Tim Kasher of Cursive)
Q: Be it Beanie Babies or the broader toy-store hustle, what was your history with Beanie Babies during the peak?
Tim describes his deep knowledge of Beanie Babies, the independent retailer dynamics Ty Beanie Babies fostered, and the stretch of the craze that led to a lucrative side business at his mother's Village Toy Maker store, including the urge to hold back rare bears to maximize profit and fund touring.
Remember First Memorable Candy Experiences? (with Martin Starr)
Q: What do you think of fancy candies?
I think there's space for fancy candy, though they often charge too much.

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A lighthearted, nostalgia-tinged interview show hosted by two siblings who grew up in the spotlight, often pairing personal childhood anecdotes with interviews from musicians, comedians, actors, and writers. Episodes cycle through pop culture touchstones, toys, fashion, and the era-defining moments that shaped guests, with a playful game or segment prompting memorable takes. The format tends toward warm, candid conversations blended with humor and a clear appreciation for early career paths, making it easy for potential listeners to relate to both the hosts and their guests. A standout is the mix of breadth (from indie bands to TV writers) and depth (story-driven nostalgia and career insights), which can be especially appealing to listeners... more

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1. Mike Kinsella
2. Fred Armisen
3. Claudia O'Doherty
4. Dean Spunt
5. Michelle Collins
6. Brian Diaz
7. Craig Wedren
8. Ariana Jackson

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