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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 Bayer siblings are so excited to welcome actor and comedian Will Forte to the podcast. You know Will from "Saturday Night Live," "MacGruber" and "The Last Man On Earth," but did you know that he grew up eating a Sausage Cheese Zombie before early... more

On today's new episode the Jonah and Vanessa are delighted to welcome their friend the hilarious X Mayo! Jonah is fresh off seeing a Guns 'N Roses concert so we get into our early concert experiences, from show attire to X and Jonah's experiences goi... more

On today's new episode, the Bayer siblings are thrilled to welcome total delight and musician turned producer Kate Shellenbach! You may know that Kate as a member of the band Luscious Jackson, but did you know she's also an incredible schemer? From b... more

We're coming to Cleveland on Friday, September 25th, for our very first LIVE PODCAST at the House of Blues! It's gonna be a blast! Get your tickets here. We'll see you there!

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Will Forte
Comedian and actor known for Saturday Night Live, The Last Man on Earth, and MacGruber
Will Forte
Episode: RE-AIR: Remember Sports Cards? (With Will Forte)
X Mayo
Comedian, producer, Emmy-nominated writer for The Daily Show
X Mayo / Who Made the Potato Salad Show
Episode: Remember The Spice Girls? (With X Mayo)
Kate Shellenbach
Legendary drummer, founding member of Beastie Boys, Emmy-winning producer
Luscious Jackson, Beastie Boys, Ellen DeGeneres Show
Episode: Remember Sneaking into Clubs? (with Kate Shellenbach)
Caren Beilin
Author, assistant professor of English at Case Western Reserve University; fiction editor for Cleveland Review of Books
Case Western Reserve University; Cleveland Review of Books
Episode: Remember Going to Restaurants with your Family? (with Caren Beilin)
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)

Hosts

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

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

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    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
    Australia6 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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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 The Spice Girls? (With X Mayo)
Q: By the way, how did you get into this line of work and decide this is what you were going to do?
X Mayo explains her upbringing in a church-centered community, the pull between performance and steady work, and how connections from that world helped launch her acting and production career, eventually leading to roles on screen and a pathway to writing and producing.
Remember Going to Restaurants with your Family? (with Caren Beilin)
Q: How has the restaurant scene changed since your childhood?
The guests discuss the shift toward restaurant groups dominating the scene, the loss of intimate, neighborhood spots, and the sense that dining is now more of a curated “experience” or ride, rather than a personal, schedule-free gathering.
RE-AIR: Remember I Love That For You (with Jenifer Lewis)
Q: Can you share a moment when you felt most supported by your collaborators?
Lewis recalls moments of safety and trust on set, including how the cast and crew created an environment where she could give her all without fear, and the importance of feeling seen and valued by directors and fellow actors.
RE-AIR: Remember I Love That For You (with Jenifer Lewis)
Q: How did you approach your breakout roles and build the skill set you're known for?
She discusses studying iconic performers, developing a broad skill set across singing, acting, and dancing, and treating entertainment as a craft to be learned like a triple or quadruple threat. Lewis emphasizes discipline, relentless practice, and absorbing influences from a wide range of legendary performers.
RE-AIR: Remember I Love That For You (with Jenifer Lewis)
Q: What were you like as a kid and what drew you to perform so early on?
Lewis shares she was a natural leader and performer from a young age, often bullying others in a way that later shaped her drive and stage presence. She attributes her early confidence to a love of entertaining and to the influence of family dynamics, which included a strong sense of resilience and a need to perform as a form of expression.

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What is How Did We Get Weird about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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. Will Forte
2. X Mayo
3. Kate Shellenbach
4. Caren Beilin
5. Gil Ozeri
6. Jim Ward
7. Tan France
8. Jenny Lewis

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