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Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone

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Join Paula Poundstone, co-host Adam Felber and a long list of characters, real and imaginary, on Nobody Listens To Paula Poundstone, a podcast taking the fun of a late-night show, the wit of a public radio show, and the knowledge of a guest expert while setting the volume to the max. Acerbic yet infectiously funny, Nobody Listens To Paula Poundstone invites listeners into the audience of this abso... more

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Paula Poundstone, Paula’s manager Bonnie Burns (aka “Captain Crinkle”), Adam Felber, and Toni Anita Hull offer unqualified, but possibly sage advice on the #1 comedy advice minisode and climbing the charts.

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Paula Poundstone, Paula’s manager Bonnie Burns (aka “Captain Crinkle”), Adam Felber, and Toni Anita Hull offer unqualified, but possibly sage advice on the #1 comedy advice minisode and climbing the charts.

New episode every Thursday. Need advice? ... more

We’re talking animals with Dr. Eleanor, as usual. But this time we’re talking talking animals. What are they saying to each other? And is it about us? And then, we know that you’re talking about us, because you said it right to our “Mailbag!”

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Recent Guests

Eleanor Spicer-Rice
Award-winning author with a PhD in entomology and senior science editor
Verdant World
Episode: EP 433: Talking Animals with Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice
Sergeant Bigler
Active-duty U.S. Air Force master sergeant, radio frequency transmission systems specialist and theme-song writer
United States Air Force
Episode: EP 432: RePORT with Sergeant Bigler
Bonnie Burns
Paula Poundstone's manager and advice-giving host of the Dear Crinkle minisode
Episode: Dear Crinkle Episode 113: Fiddler in his pants, Still single, and a sad one.
Marie Yovanovitch
Former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, Kyrgyzstan and Armenia, and author of Lessons from the Edge
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Episode: EP 431: We Kraine Ukraine with Marie Yovanovitch
Toni Anita Hull
Nonprofit professional
Episode: Dear Crinkle Episode 112:Professional but Pissed, There's No Such Thing as a Free Lunch, and Not an Update!
Joel Suarez
Historian and professor specializing in labor history, political economy, and social history of ideas
Harvard University
Episode: EP 430: Labor Lost with Joel Suarez
Sabina Sulat
Author and unemployment expert, Agile Unemployment
Author of Agile Unemployment, Your Guide to Thriving While Out of Work
Episode: EP 428: Working on Unemployment
Will Weiner
CEO of Xpogo, pogo stick expert
Xpogo
Episode: EP 427: We Go Pogo with Will Weiner
Molly White
Independent researcher and writer on cryptocurrency and tech policy
Citation Needed / Tech Influence Watch
Episode: EP 426: ¡AI Caramba! with Molly White

Hosts

Paula Poundstone
Host with long-running involvement and lead presence; central to the show's humor and dynamics.
Adam Felber
Co-host and frequent content-driver, known for quick wit and crowd-work.
Toni Anita Hull
Co-host providing pop-culture insight and game dynamics; integral to ensemble.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 4.8k ratings
  • Love this pod and cast so much

    Tuesday and Thursday afternoon are my favorite time of the week because new episodes drop

    Joy during some worrisome times

    I love it so much

    Tim Sway everyone

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gepetto Mom
    United States2 months ago
  • Luv, luv, luv this podcast!!!

    I came to this podcast late, then started back at the beginning, so I listen to it everyday as I catch up, and it gives me my daily laughs! I love all four hosts, they are each so unique but they blend together beautifully like a weird ingredient stew that turns out delicious! The guests are fabulous, such interesting and unusual topics. Hope the show continues for a long long time!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KYTricia
    United States2 months ago
  • Wonderful Zaniness!

    Uplifting belly laughs. Brilliant amalgam of chemistry, irreverence, and joy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KriddieKrew
    United States3 months ago
  • LOVE ❤️

    I love everything about your podcast the humor the a reference the joy and the magical timing magical way makes me feel so. Thank you I’d like to thank you again for all you do and who you are and an extra big thank you to Vic for the editing of both shows that give it the twinkle and the spark have a great day everyone I appreciate you thanks again this is JOEY 😜😘.❤️🥳❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joey. NYTES@ gmail . Com
    United States4 months ago
  • Terrific Tuesdays and Thursdays

    This podcast makes Tuesdays and Thursdays my favorite days of the week. Paula , Adam, Cpt Krinkle and last but not least Toni make my week so much better. But, this isn’t all about laughs the guests each week share so much information and knowledge I feel like a well rounded scholar. Simply the best!!! Download and listen you’ll be glad you did.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Slow Gin Fizz
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Fans love the quick banter and running bits, calling it uniquely funny and engaging.
Longtime fans appreciate inside jokes and production quality.
Some episodes elicit strong views about show dynamics but still entertain.
Listeners praise the ensemble's chemistry and guest variety.
Quality and popularity often hinge on the humor and structure rather than heavy politics.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#148
United States/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#132
Indonesia/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#213
India/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#219
Finland/Comedy
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#234
Mexico/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Dear Crinkle Episode 115: Has this friendship sailed? Don’t want to hurt their feelings, and a special Co-Host!
Q: Should I meet with my former friend even if I do not think the conversation will go well?
The panel largely says the friendship may have run its course and that a meeting is not necessary, particularly given the friend's past behavior. Paula also suggests that difficult feelings are better communicated directly than through a letter or text.
Dear Crinkle Episode 115: Has this friendship sailed? Don’t want to hurt their feelings, and a special Co-Host!
Q: How can we compassionately and effectively approach our friend about her drinking problem and the annual trip?
The panel recommends talking with her privately about concern for her drinking before discussing the trip. As the trip approaches, the group can discuss boundaries and whether the setting might trigger her, while recognizing that she must take responsibility for getting help.
EP 433: Talking Animals with Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice
Q: What about subsonic? Are there any base animals?
Many animals communicate using infrasound, including elephants, which can send signals over 20 miles. Researchers have also found infrasound communication in other animals that people once thought were silent.
EP 433: Talking Animals with Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice
Q: What are all the different kinds of communications other species have?
Animals communicate through sound, touch, sight and chemical signals, including frequencies and signals humans may not detect. Spicer-Rice gives examples across species, from ultrasonic mouse songs to chickadee calls and elephant infrasound.
Dear Crinkle Episode 114: A Trans Crinkler, All he wants to do is focus on his truck and girlfriend, and an Update from the 4th grader!
Q: What can my aunt do to motivate her son? Is higher education worth the cost these days? Do I involve myself by providing unsolicited advice to him separate from his mother?
The panel says he should not be forced into college and could consider trades, work or a gap year. They generally support speaking with him and encourage his mother to ensure he takes responsibility rather than simply waiting at home.

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A fast-paced, humor-driven talk-variety show that blends improvised bits, audience participation, and light-to-spicy pop-culture commentary with expert guests and recurring characters. Episodes routinely pair quick-fire banter and games with long-form interviews or advice segments, peppered by sponsor reads and audience interactions. Notable strengths include a consistent ensemble of witty hosts, a flexible format that supports guests from media watchdogs and legal scholars to scientists and pop-culture personalities, and a playful, chaotic energy that still delivers practical takeaways or entertaining anecdotes. The show likely attracts listeners who enjoy clever humor, political and media commentary, and guests who can speak engagingly ab... more

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4. Marie Yovanovitch
5. Toni Anita Hull
6. Joel Suarez
7. Sabina Sulat
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