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Second Thought

The Free Press
Taylor Swift
Artificial Intelligence
Pop Culture
LGBT Movement
Reality Television
Brad Pitt
The Free Press
Gambling
Korea
Anthony Bourdain
Tom Brady
Motherhood
Lindsay Clancy
Youtube
The Odyssey
Pornography
Wealth Inequality
Mimetic Desire
Met Gala
Michael Jackson

Second Thought is a new podcast from The Free Press tackling pop culture with a sharp, open-minded, and funny point of view. Hosted by Free Press co-founder Suzy Weiss and comedian Dan Ahdoot (Cobra Kai, Undercooked), the show cuts through the noise to explain what everyone is watching, talking about, arguing over, and quietly obsessed with—or will be soon. Expect cutting commentary, unexpected gu... more

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Latest Episodes

Are you still on the family phone plan?

In his new comedy special “The Family Plan,” Jared Freid breaks down the messy truth of life as a millennial son–from his mom monitoring his martinis to his dad shouting about his weight at the beach. This wee... more

Is cancel culture making a comeback?

This week, fashion designer John Galliano stepped down from his post as honoree at the 2027 Met Gala after public backlash over his history of antisemitism. Today on Second Thought, Suzy and Dan break down the me... more

The rich have never been richer–and us normal people simply can’t look away.

From influencers posting about their vacations, to the cottage industries that pop up to help with everything from private school admissions to naming a yacht, there’s nev... more

It’s a banner week for crazy women.

Suzy and Dan dive into the conspiracy theories surrounding Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother on trial for strangling her three children and Real Housewife Lisa Rinna’s therapist-assisted attempt to crack th... more

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Recent Guests

Carson Griffith
Writer for Rich People Shit newsletter and Substack
Rich People Shit
Episode: Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous: A Summer Special
Amy Chozick
Journalist and author, chronicler of women in power
The Free Press / author
Episode: The Dark Side of Motherhood
Allie Rowbottom
Free Press favorite, bard of Los Angeles, author of Lovers XXX
Free Press
Episode: Inside the Golden Age of Porn
Mayim Bialik
Actor, Neuroscientist, Author
Independent (Public figure)
Episode: Child Star, Neuroscientist, Crunchy Mom: The Many Sides of Mayim Bialik
Luke Burgis
Author, The One and the Ninety-Nine
Writers/Thinker, The One and the Ninety-Nine
Episode: How Our Culture Became ‘Cult-Like’
Jeff Ross
Roastmaster General, comedian
New Jersey/roast scene
Episode: Jeff Ross on Tom Brady, Trump, and the Roast of Kevin Hart
Joanna Stern
Author of I Am Not a Robot
The Free Press / Wall Street Journal
Episode: I Am Not a Robot (but My Boyfriend Was)
Scooter Braun
Music manager and entrepreneur
Various (Justin Bieber, Kanye West, etc.)
Episode: Scooter Braun on Taylor Swift, Kanye West, and Becoming the Internet’s Villain
Freya India
Author of Girls and contributing writer for The Free Press
Author, The Free Press
Episode: ‘Call Her Daddy,’ ‘Euphoria,’ and the New Template for Girlhood

Hosts

Suzy Weiss
Host of the show; co-founder of The Free Press
Dan Ahdoot
Co-host of the show

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 139 ratings
  • I love this show

    I love the fun and unapologetic takes and opinions. The mix of serious and frothy is perfect. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KMannn568
    United Statesa month ago
  • Have to listen

    I’m cry laughing alone in my apartment listening to the take of Jimothy the raccoon

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pickle Juicery
    United Statesa month ago
  • The best

    This is my favorite podcast right now. Suzy and Dan are hilarious and smart and just brighten my day. There’s not much these days that can make me genuinely LOL but these two consistently do. I’m a fan for life!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    swalzem
    United States2 months ago
  • Great listen

    I’m glad for you. Press constantly is making hilarious and relevant podcast. Definitely worth a listen. Suzy

    has really great guests as well!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skylerjf
    United States2 months ago
  • Interviews could be shorter

    I think this show is at its best with lighter fare. Half of the guest interviews are stretched out, trying to squeeze philosophical insights from the dry husk of a vapid celebrity.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Nanda Farai
    Canada2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some episodes feel long; a few listeners want shorter interviews.
Host dynamic is relatable and entertaining for culture-savvy audiences.
Guest mix is diverse but stays centered on celebrity culture and media trends.
Witty, engaging banter and strong guests are a hallmark.

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

Apple Podcasts
#139
Israel/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#205
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Jeff Ross on Tom Brady, Trump, and the Roast of Kevin Hart
Q: Why do roasts have such a powerful cultural impact today?
They serve as a public arena where celebrities are humanized through bold, unapologetic humor, providing catharsis for audiences and a platform to showcase a performer's timing, fearlessness, and ability to laugh at themselves.
Scooter Braun on Taylor Swift, Kanye West, and Becoming the Internet’s Villain
Q: Why did you want me to do this interview, and what were you hoping to get different than you'd said in the past?
I've wanted to open up more, discuss the gray areas, and share my growth and the lessons I've learned after intense public scrutiny.
Scooter Braun on Taylor Swift, Kanye West, and Becoming the Internet’s Villain
Q: Did you feel disappointed by the rest of the entertainment industry by Hollywood with their silence around this, with their unwillingness to even talk in the sort of measured way you're talking now?
Yes, there was disappointment, but many people were quiet or not fully engaging; I believe in having conversations with nuance and trying to understand different perspectives.
Scooter Braun on Taylor Swift, Kanye West, and Becoming the Internet’s Villain
Q: Since we're sitting here in sunny LA, I gotta ask, do you plan on voting Pratt for mayor?
I don't tell people who I vote for; I consider myself a moderate and vote across the spectrum when relevant.
Inside the Reality TV Machine with Sophia Rivka Rossi
Q: What's your take on the ethics of early reality TV and its impact on current television?
Sophia reflects on how early reality TV was often produced for drama, with real people becoming characters, and notes the ongoing reckoning about exploitation versus authentic storytelling in the medium.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Second Thought

What is Second Thought about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Sharp, funny pop-culture commentary grounded in current celebrity and media moments, with a focus on how fame, technology, and culture intersect in everyday life. Long-running banter between two hosts is interspersed with live guest interviews, author conversations, and timely takes on everything from celebrity weddings to AI, reality TV, and social media culture. The show often weaves in personal anecdotes, industry observations, and culture-shifting moments, delivering provocative yet accessible discussions that appeal to Gen X and millennial listeners who want quick wit, cultural translation, and fresh perspectives on hot topics.

A standout element is the host duo's willingness to tackle controversial topics with humor while featuring a... more

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Recent guests on Second Thought include:

1. Carson Griffith
2. Amy Chozick
3. Allie Rowbottom
4. Mayim Bialik
5. Luke Burgis
6. Jeff Ross
7. Joanna Stern
8. Scooter Braun

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