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Naked Lunch
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Don't you love a great lunch and conversation with an interesting friend? You know, the kind that you talk about for years to come. Phil Rosenthal, creator, and host of Netflix's "Somebody Feed Phil," already knows how to find fascinating people, foods, and cultures. While he always likes eating lunch, he's even more enthusiastic about a lunch that includes a conversation with smart people who sha... more

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The Academy Award-nominated actor Eric Roberts -- the famously prolific thespian who somehow filmed Christopher Nolan's "The Dark Knight" and Larry The Cable Guy's "Witless Protection" at the same time -- joins Phil and David for tasty sandwiches fr... more

This week, on "Naked Lunch," we explore the Soul in the Machine as we bring together two distinguished musical greats who each in their own way made David love The Eighties a lot more -- and who are both out there still turning on synthesizers and au... more

This week, Phil & David revisit one of their most uplifting and entertaining episodes ever. They welcome Josh Groban -- who David will be interviewing at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles on July 20th about his latest album "Cinematic" and his upcomin... more

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Dogstar have been on tour, so here’s an update of our latest “Naked Lunch” with our beloved house band — with an appearance by an actual dog and a tour update on food and music from Rob. This is a loose and lively conversation with Dogstar about thei... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Roberts
Academy Award-nominated actor known for Runaway Train and numerous other roles
Actor
Episode: Eric Roberts . . . A Runaway Train of an "Naked Lunch"
Howard Jones
Singer, keyboardist and pioneer of synth-driven pop
Solo artist; influence in synth-pop
Episode: Howard Jones Meets Jimmy Jam!
Keanu Reeves
Actor and musician, member of Dogstar
Dogstar
Episode: DOGSTAR! KEANU REEVES, BRET DOMROSE & ROB MAILHOUSE ROCK OUR WORLD!
Bret Domrose
Lead singer/guitarist of Dogstar
Dogstar
Episode: DOGSTAR! KEANU REEVES, BRET DOMROSE & ROB MAILHOUSE ROCK OUR WORLD!
Rob Mailhouse
Foodie and musician, Dogstar member
Dogstar
Episode: DOGSTAR! KEANU REEVES, BRET DOMROSE & ROB MAILHOUSE ROCK OUR WORLD!
Bruce Hornsby
Musician, pianist and composer
Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers
Episode: Bruce Hornsby with Brad Paisley!
Ana Navarro
Political commentator and television host
The View
Episode: Ana Navarro
John Fogerty
Singer-songwriter, Creedence Clearwater Revival
CCR/Centerfield era
Episode: John Fogerty! Brad Paisley!
Julie Hagerty
Actor, Airplane! lead actress
Airplane! cast
Episode: Julie Hagerty & Robert Hays! From 1980's "Airplane!" to 2026's "Airplane!" Live Tour!

Hosts

Phil Rosenthal
Host of the show, interviewing guests; known for storytelling and food-centric conversations
David Wild
Co-host and interview moderator; guides conversations and interview flow

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Balance?

    Love Phil and love hearing from many of their guests. David has great connections and stories, but it can be frustrating to tune in to hear an interview with the guest only for the guest to get such a small time to actually speak because one of the hosts spends the majority of the time talking about their own thoughts and experiences. I know these are meant to be conversations, but sometimes they can feel really one sided. I’ve turned several off before reaching the end because I wasn’t actually... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Auntie col
    United States3 months ago
  • Enjoyable Conversation

    Enjoying this podcast. I was fortunate enough to see Vince Gill at a small Venue in my hometown a few years ago. The venue was so quiet you could hear a pin drop! What an honor it was to see him. It left a lasting memory for my husband and I. Thank you Vince!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RoBo Rosie
    United States4 months ago
  • Perth, Western Australia

    Hi Phil and David

    Listening to you both and your guests every week is such a highlight for me. Just love it. ❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    normie21
    Australia6 months ago
  • Friends & food. Yum!

    I love the friendly combo of Phil’s goofiness & David’s enthusiasm :) It’s fun to meet people in their informal talk & eat format. Interjecting their own stories of Hollywood & Rock Stars that are so personal & Entertaining! Just listened to Heather Graham episode and I’m so hungry after all the food talk. ❤️❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lagamerrd
    United States8 months ago
  • My very favorite podcast!

    Phil and David are exceptionally knowledgeable, positive and uplifting hosts that bring in the most phenomenal guests. This is my go-to podcast that I take along with me when I want to spend a lovely lunchtime, drive time or daily walk and hang out the loveliest people. Bravo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JohnSherwood
    United States8 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some episodes receive feedback about lengthy host interactions overshadowing guests on occasion.
Fans value deep-dish industry anecdotes and honest career stories.
Listeners appreciate the warm, entertaining dynamic between hosts and guests.

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Eric Roberts . . . A Runaway Train of an "Naked Lunch"
Q: Was Runaway Train a very difficult movie to make?
Dude, it was work. It was like going to work, grueling daily effort with intense physical conditions.
Ana Navarro
Q: Why did Bad Bunny's endorsement story matter in the 2024 campaign, and what does it say about Puerto Rico?
The discussion explains that Bad Bunny's interactions with campaigns revealed a list of Puerto Rico-focused priorities he wanted addressed, showing how celebrity influence can catalyze real political attention to issues like the Jones Act and energy grid, especially for Puerto Rico.
Ana Navarro
Q: What brings you balance in such a publicly intense life?
Ana describes balance as staying present through travel, engaging in Broadway or culture, and taking breaks from doom scrolling by doing two-hour experiences like Broadway shows, which offer perspective and relief.
John Fogerty! Brad Paisley!
Q: What is your relationship with Bruce Springsteen and how has he influenced you?
Fogerty describes a mutual admiration with Springsteen, noting a long-standing friendship and the way fellow songwriters feed off each other's work, which has shaped his own approach to writing and performing.
John Fogerty! Brad Paisley!
Q: What led you to Centerfield and this specific album in 1985?
Fogerty explains that after a period of low visibility and self-doubt, Centerfield represented a deliberate comeback that fused his love of baseball with a renewed musical direction, signaling a restart and a renewed sense of purpose.

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Recent guests on Naked Lunch include:

1. Eric Roberts
2. Howard Jones
3. Keanu Reeves
4. Bret Domrose
5. Rob Mailhouse
6. Bruce Hornsby
7. Ana Navarro
8. John Fogerty

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