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Text Me Back! With Lindy West And Meagan Hatcher-Mays

Meagan & Lindy
Lord Of the Rings
Friendship
KUOW
Tiktok
Donald Trump
D.C. Holiday Parties
Supreme Court Justices
The Killer
Supreme Court Case Loper Bright
Brenda
Congressional Ethics
Fantasy
Humor
Seattle
New Year's Resolutions
Millennials
Big and Harry
Gen Z
Sex and the City
Environmental Policy

Bestselling writer Lindy West and democracy policy expert Meagan Hatcher-Mays are two Award-Winning Best Friends From High School (Most Likely To Make You Laugh in their high school senior poll - sorry to intimidate you!). Each week, Lindy and Meagan hilariously digest what’s going on in the news, their lives and their text threads with their singular combination of political smarts, embarrassing ... more

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Latest Episodes

Ooohh time-space continuum is on the fritz–it’s a completely different day and yet…possibly the same day, who could say? They’re wearing different clothes, so the evidence suggests either 1) a parallel universe is unfolding before us 2) we’re caught ... more

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Guess what? At this point in time, it’s Lindy’s birthday!!!! What if you bought a copy of Adult Braces? What if you read it, even??? What a gift! And our gift to you, you ask? Why it’s Emmy Award winning comedian Guy Branum!!!!!

And guess what else... more

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In the Text Me Back universe, Meagan and Lindy are but 22 days into the year. Ahhh so young so innocent. Their New Year's Resolutions clinging so bravely on.

BUT FIRST. Not one, but TWO surprise microsegments from these two crazy ladies. Find out wh... more

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Hello beautiful Text Me Backolytes!!!

We are thrilled to share with you a free chapter of Lindy's new book Adult Braces. We know MOST of you have undoubtedly already rabidly pre-purchased the hard copy, BUT the audio book is truly such a delight. It... more

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Recent Guests

Ella Hushagen
Attorney in Los Angeles, public interest attorney, Garfield high school alum
KUOW project Adults in the Room (guest appearance)
Episode: Lindy and Meagan and Isolde and Ella ARE the Adults in the Room
Isolde Raftery
Managing editor at KUOW Public Radio, Garfield high school alum
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Episode: Lindy and Meagan and Isolde and Ella ARE the Adults in the Room
Francesca Ramsey
TV writer, actress, producer, and content creator
Episode: Lindy and Meagan and Franchesca Love a Lace Front Beard Wig
Alice Wetterlund
Stand-up comedian, actress, and Twitch streamer
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Episode: Lindy and Meagan Ain’t Gonna Hurtcha None (with Alice Wetterlund!)
Guy Branum
A comedian and writer known for his humorous take on societal issues.
Episode: Lindy and Meagan Run it Back (Featuring Guy Branum!)
Jeff Merkley
United States Senator from Oregon
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Episode: Lindy and Meagan Become the Joe Rogan of the Left with Jeff Merkley
Ronald Young, Jr.
Comedian and podcasting mentor
Episode: Lindy and Meagan Are Trapped in the Walk-In Freezer
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Episode: Lindy and Meagan and Big Ron are the Biggest Losers
Kelsey McKinney
Co-founder and writer at Defector, author of 'You Didn't Hear This From Me'
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Episode: Lindy and Meagan are Breast Friends with Kelsey McKinney

Hosts

Lindy West
Co-host of Text Me Back Podcast; long-time writer; public figure associated with intelligent humor and political commentary
Meagan Hatcher-Mays
Co-host of Text Me Back Podcast; democracy policy expert; engages in political and cultural discussions with a humorous lens

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Keep on Swamping!

    This show always gets my serotonin flowing. I think you should keep going with Swamp Person, too! Meagan offers a great perspective on the current state of the country. It’s not sugar coating, but it doesn’t make me want to wander into the woods to be eaten by a cougar.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kmartinez328
    United States3 months ago
  • Thank you for making this!

    This podcast gives me the same feeling as when I get to catch up with my long distance best friend!

    Thank you for making it ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stschwartz
    United States3 months ago
  • Upgrading our morning commute

    My Martinelli-loving teenagers and I listen to this podcast together every morning on the way to school (parceled out over the week.) We adore Lindy and Meagan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SFLaBrecq
    United States3 months ago
  • *the* premier cozy pod

    Lindy and Meagan have given me so many gifts, but perhaps none is greater than the recommendation of Pennsylvania Dutch this season. 5 stars isn’t enough 👏💫

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alex_something
    United States3 months ago
  • Happy Cozy

    I look forward to every Thursday 💛

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Minderellaz
    United States3 months ago

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The show is praised for balancing serious topics with lighthearted banter.
Guests are seen as credible, engaging, and entertaining companions to the hosts.
Listeners love the genuine friendship and humor between hosts.
Fans appreciate smart, funny takes on current events and politics.

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Q: Do you think Keith is faking it with the tears, with the crying?
The hosts discuss the sincerity of Keith's tears on The Great Pottery Throwdown, debating whether they are genuine or a producer's contrivance.
Lindy and Meagan Become the Joe Rogan of the Left with Jeff Merkley
Q: What can you do from this position of not having congressional authority?
Senator Merkley discusses his efforts to keep citizens informed and engaged through town halls and speaks on the idea that the erosion of democracy needs public outcry to combat.
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Q: How do you maintain a long-distance BFF relationship and keep it surviving and thriving?
We started a podcast. That's how we did it.
A LOTR Valentine's Bonus from TMB!
Q: Why is Sauron even on the battlefield fighting in person, putting himself in danger of getting his fingers cut off by Isildur in the first place?
Sauron has daddy issues, wanting to emulate Morgoth and lead the people into battle, not realizing that he was not invulnerable.
A LOTR Valentine's Bonus from TMB!
Q: Why didn't the Eagles, including King of the Eagles, Gwahir, just fly the Fellowship into Mordor and dispense of the ring immediately?
The wizard explains that the willpower to willingly destroy the ring is too strong for anyone; even those like Frodo and Gandalf could not do it without complications in the story.

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Two longtime friends bring sharp political insight together with warm, goofy camaraderie. Across episodes they translate current events, pop culture, and personal stories into witty, candid conversations that blend political smarts with humor. Noteworthy is the recurring balance of topical analysis and comforting, cozy banter, which helps listeners feel part of a friend group while staying informed. The show often features guests from journalism, entertainment, and media to contextualize broader issues, making it appealing to listeners who want thoughtful discussion laced with levity.

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