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Naked Lunch
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Somebody Feed Phil
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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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Phil and Monica recently met legendary model and actress Twiggy -- AKA Dame Lesley Lawson --- in London and now this great Dame joins Phil, David & Monica for a fun and revealing "Naked Lunch" conversation. They discuss "Twiggy" -- the outstanding n... more

Phil and David welcome Max & Helen's chef Mason Royal and the diner's creative director Lily Rosenthal Royal for a delicious "Naked Lunch" conversation and a veritable feast of food from the Larchmont diner everybody loves. For more on Max & Helen's,... more

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Phil and David are joined by their brilliantly talented friend Will Forte for an animated conversation about the remarkable fall and rise of "Coyote Vs. Acme," how Phil shared a desk with Chuck Jones, how Will loved working with Bruce Dern in "Nebras... more

To celebrate 50 years of David as his fanboy, Phil and David -- the Private Eyes of podcasting and frequent "Lunch" Maneaters -- are totally X-Static to use their Voices to serve up a new mix of David's early musical hero and longtime friend Daryl H... more

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Lily Rosenthal
Daughter of Phil Rosenthal, co-owner of Max & Helen's
Max & Helen's
Episode: Lily Rosenthal Royal & Mason Royal, from Max & Helen's With Love & Food!
Mason Royal
Son-in-law of Phil Rosenthal, co-owner of Max & Helen's
Max & Helen's
Episode: Lily Rosenthal Royal & Mason Royal, from Max & Helen's With Love & Food!
Will Forte
Actor/Writer; star of the episode's focus film and discussion
Episode: Will Forte!
Daryl Hall
Lead singer of Hall & Oates; guest on the episode
Hall & Oates / Daryl's House
Episode: Daryl Hall, A Soulful "Lunch" Reheated!
Jeff Hanna
Guitarist/frontman of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
Episode: Jeff Hanna & Billy Bob Thornton, his Oscar-winning ex-roadie!
Scott Ian
Guitarist of Anthrax
Anthrax
Episode: Scott Ian of Anthrax! Brian Posehn of "Stuart Fails To Save The Universe"!
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!

Hosts

Phil Rosenthal
Host and creator; known for connecting guests through food-centered conversation and storytelling.
David Wilde
Co-host, interviewer, and conversational foil; drives Q&A and shares showbiz anecdotes.

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

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    Auntie col
    United States5 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!

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    5
    RoBo Rosie
    United States5 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. ❤️❤️

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    5
    normie21
    Australia7 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. ❤️❤️❤️

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    5
    Lagamerrd
    United States10 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 States10 months ago

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

Energetic hosts with strong guest connections; the format blends food, travel, and celeb storytelling.
Some listeners wish for more guest speaking time and less host monologue.
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Twiggy!
Q: What was the most memorable moment on set or on tour that shaped Twiggy's career?
Twiggy highlights pivotal early experiences and immediate reactions to fame, including the life-changing recognition as the Face of 66 and the supportive, often surprising friendships with iconic figures that helped her navigate fame while staying grounded in family.
Daryl Hall, A Soulful "Lunch" Reheated!
Q: What was your favorite moment when it started, and who were your early collaborators that shaped you?
Smokey Robinson was a pivotal early guest; meeting him and later collaborating helped define the path of my career, and working with Gamble and Huff in Philly grounded me in soul and R&B foundations.
Phil Answers Your Top 10 Questions from YouTube!
Q: When is the next season of Somebody Feed Phil coming out?
The next season is planned for 2027 and will premiere on YouTube, maintaining the same format and length as before.
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.

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2. Mason Royal
3. Will Forte
4. Daryl Hall
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