
Childhood friends Ashley Eckstein (voice of “Ahsoka Tano” in Star Wars) and Michael James Scott (“The Genie” from Disney’s Aladdin on Broadway) team up for a weekly podcast with the singular mission of starting a friendship revolution, one “HypeFriend” (and one episode!) at a time.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 27 | Founded | 9 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Comedy InterviewsComedyEducationSelf-Improvement | |||

Ashley and Michael and, special guest,The Rookie’s Mekia Cox, put their decades-long friendships to the test with a high school edition of Two Truths and a Lie. They dig into their high school memories and nostalgia as some juicy truths are revealed.... more
Mekia Cox joins Ashley and Michael and discusses the different roles she’s played, from playing a Disney Princess on Once Upon A Time, starring on The Rookie, and ultimately, the role of motherhood. Mekia talks about the importance of having HypeFrie... more
Former Saturday Night Live star Vanessa Bayer joins Ashley and Michael for a hilarious round of Wheel Of Impressions. Watch as they flex their comedy acting chops while creating characters from some of the funniest and obscure situations. No pressure... more
We’re back for Season 2 of HypeFriend and we are joined by SNL and Scrub Revival’s very own Vanessa Bayer. Vanessa welcomes us back for a brand new season by sharing her love for all things craft services, including sneaking some snacks home from the... more
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We could all use a happiness moment in our week and this hour with Ashley and Michael just had me smiling and feeling so uplifted. Love all the snackable segments - What will Ashley bake next? Can't wait to see who comes next to the neighborhood. This is one to follow!!!
HypeFriend! is a friendship revolution that deserves all the stars and then some! These two are like peanut butter and jelly, or chocolate and strawberries. They are a perfect match of laughs and moments. WE NEEEED more. Go Ashley and Michael! You two got this ❤️
Great podcast!
Ashley is the ultimate hype friend 💜 loved listening to this podcast while getting ready for my day! Can’t wait for more episodes!!
This podcast is an absolute “must listen”!! It’s a 10 out of 5!
Two episodes in and I am hooked!!! These two wonderful friends will bring a smile and laugh to everyone listening!! I am so happy to be a hype friend, and it’s all because of Ashley Eckstein!!! I can’t wait to continue on this “hype friend journey”.
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Focusing on the theme of friendship, this podcast offers listeners uplifting discussions that emphasize the importance of personal connections in various aspects of life. Childhood friends, who are both notable figures in the entertainment industry, explore topics related to shared experiences, personal growth, and the joys of uplifting others. Noteworthy segments often include guest appearances from fellow entertainers who share their insights on the subject of friendship while engaging in light-hearted banter. The engaging and supportive atmosphere aims to inspire listeners to cultivate their own friendships and communities through positivity and connection.
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HypeFriend! launched 9 months ago and published 27 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on HypeFriend! include:
1. Stephen Oremus
2. Dr. Ariana Hoet
3. Bret Iwan
4. Joey Fatone
5. Arian Moayed
6. Josh Dela Cruz
7. James Arnold Taylor
8. Matt Lanter
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