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Obsessed: The Podcast is for those who like their culture pop and their pleasures guilty. Entertainment guru Kevin Fallon and late night TV expert Matt Wilstein, bring you the most dramatic news and interview the biggest celebrities from TV, movies, and that not-so-guilty pleasure you love to binge. Whether it’s a steamy-beyond-steamy kiss, just-dropped trailer, or unhinged social media meltdown: ... more

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Leslie Jones joins Matt Wilstein for a hilarious and candid conversation about her time on Saturday Night Live, her new HGTV series Roast My Rental, and her “I’m Hot” comedy tour. The Emmy-winning comedian opens up about why she left SNL, returning f... more

Emmy-winning actor Kristen Johnston joins Kevin Fallon on Obsessed to look back on her iconic career, from Third Rock from the Sun and Austin Powers to Mom and her unforgettable role as Lexi Featherston on Sex and the City. Johnston opens up about be... more

In this episode of Obsessed, Matt Wilstein sits down with actor Cory Michael Smith to talk about his new film The Sun Never Sets, working with Dakota Fanning, Jake Johnson, and Joe Swanberg, and the terrifying freedom of improvising an entire movie. ... more

What possessed O.J. Simpson to star in Juiced, a hidden-camera prank show that turned his infamous past into entertainment? Kevin Fallon sits down with Rebecca Halpern, executive producer of O.J. Unseen: Exploitation of Evil, to unpack the bizarre a... more

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Cory Michael Smith
Acclaimed actor known for portraying real-life figures and diverse characters
Actor
Episode: Why Chevy Chase Actor Feared It Would End His Career
Rebecca Halpern
Executive producer of OJ. Unseen, Exploitation of Evil
ID and HBO Max documentary projects
Episode: The Wild Story Behind O.J. Simpson’s Secret Prank Show
Jaleel White
Actor and host known for Steve Urkel and growing career
Growing Up Urkel / Totally 90s House (HGTV)
Episode: Why ‘Steve Urkel’ Is the Child-Star Success Story
Rory Kennedy
Documentary filmmaker; Emmy winner and Oscar-nominee
Filmmaker (Netflix film Freefall)
Episode: Rory Kennedy on Trump, RFK Jr., and ‘Freefall’ Documentary
Mo Gilligan
Comedian and TV presenter, subject of documentary Big Chicken
Netflix
Episode: Mo Gilligan on Netflix, Stand-Up and ‘Big Chicken’
Josh Johnson
Comedian, rotating host of The Daily Show, HBO stand-up performer
The Daily Show, HBO
Episode: Josh Johnson on ‘Daily Show,’ Trump, and Stand-Up Success
Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor
Actress known for King Richard, The Help, When They See Us, Lucky
Apple TV's Lucky; various film/TV projects
Episode: Will Smith’s On-Screen Wife Still Stands by His Oscars Slap
Liz Meriwether
Creator and writer of New Girl, The Dropout, and Furious
Self
Episode: Liz Meriwether on ‘New Girl,’ ‘Furious,’ and Elizabeth Holmes
Shawn Hatosy
Emmy-winning actor known for The Pitt as Dr. Abbott
The Pitt, HBO Max
Episode: Shawn Hatosy on ‘The Pitt,’ Emmys, and Finding Fame at 50

Hosts

Matt Wilstein
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Kevin Fallon
Host of Obsessed: The Podcast

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • The Kennedy’s

    I so enjoyed hearing about the great work Rory Kennedy is doing through film and truth telling.

    It’s unfortunate her brother has taken a different path than the rest of her family of doing “goodwill through good works” for the betterment of society.

    Thank you! ✌🏽

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susanyb60
    United States16 days ago
  • Craig Ferguson

    I think we can all agree …Craig makes the show. period.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nusco123
    United States3 months ago
  • The Last Laugh was awesome; Obsessed is trash

    This is so disappointing. The Last Laugh was one of my favorite podcasts. I loved it, and never missed an episode. They cancelled it and replaced it with Obsessed, and this new podcast is hot trash. Please bring back The Last Laugh.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    GadgetGuru72
    United States7 months ago
  • Won’t last long

    New format is terrible, this won’t last the rest of the year

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    roachy2710
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Mostly anodyne, often boring

    The host said it should feel like “we’re all at brunch together screaming” (which is already an incredibly tired concept). The interviews lack focus, the reviews aren’t revelatory, and the chitchat isn’t charming or funny. The first 3 episodes of “Obsessed” are about a 5 year old sitcom (way to stay current), Isaac Mizrahi (hot off his latest runway show … in 1998), and a documentary about Chevy Chase (a cast member from SNL 50 years ago!). If my friends were screaming about Abott Elementary and... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TP917
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the host's sharp, informed approach and strong guests.
The format and sound quality have drawn mixed reviews from some listeners.
Many praise deep-dive conversations and the breadth of industry insights.

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#159
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#216
Australia/TV & Film
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#220
Italy/TV & Film
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#28
India/TV & Film
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#122
South Africa/TV & Film
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#182
Denmark/TV & Film

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Wild Story Behind O.J. Simpson’s Secret Prank Show
Q: How do you think Juiced would be received if released today, given current attitudes toward true crime and reality TV?
Rebecca suggests that while audiences today are more media-savvy, the core tension around consent and exploitation would still be central, but the saturation of outrageous content might result in a different kind of scrutiny or digital backlash compared to 2006.
The Wild Story Behind O.J. Simpson’s Secret Prank Show
Q: Hi, Rebecca. How did you and the team come to understand the ethical complexities of Juiced during production?
Rebecca explains that the crew grappled with the tension between creating compelling television and the real harm to participants, particularly the women who were exposed to OJ's influence, and that some crew members even used aliases to shield themselves due to the strong moral concerns.
Rory Kennedy on Trump, RFK Jr., and ‘Freefall’ Documentary
Q: What drew you to revisit Boeing in a second film and start with John Barnett's story?
Rory Kennedy explains that the ongoing safety concerns and whistleblower testimonies, plus new incidents, compelled a broader, systemic look at Boeing rather than a single aircraft, expanding the scope from Downfall to Freefall to examine deeper corporate practices.
Why ‘Steve Urkel’ Is the Child-Star Success Story
Q: How do you view nostalgia in your career—can you control it or does it control you?
Nostalgia is not something you control; you can lean into it or avoid it, and right now it's fun to lean into it because it connects with a wide audience across generations.
Why ‘Steve Urkel’ Is the Child-Star Success Story
Q: What does it feel like to step out of the Steve Urkel character and explore broader roles or personas?
It's about convincing yourself and the audience that you can be different people in a short time, which then makes the audience buy into the new persona and keeps the career dynamic.

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The show centers on pop culture, entertainment, and media, pairing sharp, informed conversations with guests ranging from comedians and actors to showrunners and media commentators. Hosts steer long-form interviews that explore career trajectories, behind-the-scenes storytelling, industry trends, and the intersection of celebrity culture with current events. Listeners often cite strong guest prep, insightful questions, and a mix of entertainment industry insights with candid personal anecdotes, though some episodes receive mixed feedback on format and sound quality. Overall, it's likely to appeal to industry professionals and curious fans who want context behind big projects, celebrity moments, and the art of modern TV and film storytelling... more

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Recent guests on Obsessed: The Podcast include:

1. Cory Michael Smith
2. Rebecca Halpern
3. Jaleel White
4. Rory Kennedy
5. Mo Gilligan
6. Josh Johnson
7. Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor
8. Liz Meriwether

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