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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
Gen Z
Big and Harry
Millennials
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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Recent Guests

Kelsey McKinney
Co-founder and writer at Defector, author of 'You Didn't Hear This From Me'
Defector
Episode: Lindy and Meagan are Breast Friends with Kelsey McKinney
Liz Feldman
Creator and executive producer of the Emmy nominated Netflix series, Dead to Me.
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Episode: Lindy and Meagan Alienate Bestie Guesties Liz Feldman and Jessi Klein
Jessi Klein
New York Times bestselling author, Emmy and Peabody award-winning writer.
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Episode: Lindy and Meagan Alienate Bestie Guesties Liz Feldman and Jessi Klein
Ronald Young Jr.
Podcast host and comedian
Leave In The Theater, Pop Culture Debate Club, Spell W-E-I-G-H-T
Episode: Lindy and Meagan Sleep Their Way to the Top (with Big Fig AND Big Ron)
Rafil Kroll-Zaidi
In-house private detective and storyteller with a connection to Peter Hegseth.
New York Magazine
Episode: Lindy and Meagan Bring Snakes to a Gun Fight
Julie Fahey
Oregon Speaker of the House
Oregon Legislature
Episode: Lindy and Meagan Get their Asses Got: LIVE at the Reser!
Marisa Buss
Library professional
Tacoma Public Library
Episode: Lindy and Meagan Pay off their Library Debt: LIVE!
Lizz Winstead
Co-creator and former head writer of The Daily Show, founder of Abortion Access Front
Abortion Access Front
Episode: Lindy and Meagan Ride Lizz Winstead’s Pontoon Boat
Guy Branum
Comedian and actor known for his role in 'Platonic'
Apple TV
Episode: Lindy and Meagan Demand Hollywood Secrets from Guy Branum (Live!)

Hosts

Lindy West
Bestselling writer and co-host, known for her humor and cultural commentary.
Meagan Hatcher-Mays
Democracy policy expert and co-host, celebrated for her insights and engaging discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Binge listening

    I listened to you’re first few episodes and was hooked. I am now binge listening to get up to date. Hilarious. The sound of your voicesi and laughter are irresistible. And they match the hilarity of your stories. Don’t stop! Keep us all laughing in this worst of times.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GatoMansito
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fills the void of missing Call Your Girlfriend

    I’ve been listening since the beginning and look forward to hearing my friends talk and be silly every week

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MeganH510
    United Statesa month ago
  • Yes!!

    I just started listening and I’m already looking forward to more!! My kinda silly ladies. Love!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RyanelizabethS
    United Statesa month ago
  • Just What I Need

    Funny, silly, smart, empathetic, honest. A balm in these dark times.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Soothingoceansounds
    United Statesa month ago
  • Best podcast!!!

    This is the first review I’ve ever written. I recommend this podcast!!!!

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    Baguettebarb
    United States2 months ago

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The interaction between the hosts and their relatable banter is frequently highlighted as a standout feature, creating a warm and inclusive atmosphere.
Listeners love the humor and camaraderie between the hosts, often describing it as a delightful escape from daily struggles.
Fans express their appreciation for how the hosts share relatable anecdotes and personal experiences, making them feel like best friends.
The podcast provides an engaging mix of comedy and insightful commentary on societal issues, with many appreciating the balance of light-heartedness and depth.

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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.
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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.
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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.
Lindy and Meagan Get their Asses Got: LIVE at the Reser!
Q: Is local political involvement still effective in changing minds?
Yes, organizing within local parties can facilitate meaningful change and influence candidate selection in higher levels of governance.
Lindy and Meagan Get their Asses Got: LIVE at the Reser!
Q: What do you think about the importance of state politics versus federal politics?
State legislatures are critical democratic institutions that can effectively protect and insulate citizens from harmful federal policies by passing local regulations and support.

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