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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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On today’s new episode the Bayer siblings are thrilled to be joined by the hilarious Gil Ozeri! First the trio get into the exceptional Gen Z lunch term “Corporate Slop” and where they’re all picking up their favorite C.S. Plus Gil tells us about gro... more

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Gil Ozeri
Actor, comedian and writer; current writer on A Hundred Percent and host of Good Science
Netflix project A Hundred Percent; Good Science podcast
Episode: Remember Red Pistachios? (with Gil Ozeri)
Jim Ward
Guitarist and vocalist from Sparta and At The Drive-In
Sparta, At The Drive-In
Episode: Remember Blowing on Nintendo Cartridges? (with Jim Ward of Sparta and At The Drive-In)
Tan France
Style icon, star of Queer Eye and Next in Fashion, creator of Honorable Gays
Honorable Gays (YouTube/Instagram)
Episode: Remember Playing with Yo-Yos? (with Tan France)
Jenny Lewis
Singer, songwriter, musician, actress
Solo career, I Like Kylie, Nice As Fuck, Troop Beverly Hills
Episode: RE-AIR: Remember Strawberry Shortcake? (with Jenny Lewis)
Ben Gibbard
Singer and songwriter known for Death Cab For Cutie and the Postal Service
Death Cab For Cutie / The Postal Service
Episode: Renting VHS Tapes? (Ben Gibbard of Death Cab For Cutie and The Postal Service)
Jessy Hodges
Actress/guest on the episode
Actor/Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed (Apple TV+)
Episode: Remember Your FIrst Car? (With Jessy Hodges)
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)

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Vanessa Bayer
Host of the show
Jonah Bayer
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Reviews

4.7 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 States4 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 States5 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
    Australia5 months ago
  • Nut

    Soul mate

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sean Brierty
    United States6 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 States7 months ago

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Remember Your FIrst Car? (With Jessy Hodges)
Q: What is your most memorable car incident?
Jessy shares an incident from her own car where a mysterious oily substance on the windshield led to a puzzling smell and a long-lasting hassle, tying into the theme of formative adolescence and mishaps with vehicles.
Remember Your FIrst Car? (With Jessy Hodges)
Q: Tell us about your first car.
Jessy describes her first car as a black Geo Prism with a non-working or barely working speaker system, illustrating how it symbolized independence and set the tone for later car stories in her life.
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.

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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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4. Jenny Lewis
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7. Mike Kinsella
8. Fred Armisen

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