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What Are We Even Doing? with Kyle MacLachlan

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Join award-winning actor and social media madman Kyle MacLachlan on “What Are We Even Doing,” where he sits down with Millennial and Gen Z actors, musicians, artists, and content creators to share stories about the entertainment industry past, present, and future. Kyle and his guests will talk shop, compare notes on life, and generally be weird together. In a good way. Their conversations will res... more

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Sarah Sherman
Comedian, writer
Independent performer
Episode: What is Sarah Sherman Even Doing?
Rowan Blanchard
Actor, writer, activist
Actor, activist
Episode: What is Rowan Blanchard Even Doing?
Leah Kateb
Love Island icon, founder of Skylar Perfume
Skylar Perfume
Episode: What is Leah Kateb Even Doing?
Maddie Ziegler
Actress, dancer, and author featured guest
Self-reported artist and creator
Episode: What is Maddie Ziegler Even Doing?
Barbara Ferreira
Actress, model, OG Tumblr presence, and indie/film actor
Self/Barbie Ferreira
Episode: What is Barbie Ferreira Even Doing?
Grace Reiter
Comedian, podcaster, actress
Grace Reiter (creator)
Episode: What is Grace Reiter Even Doing?
Justine Skye
Actress and musician; former Tumblr sensation
Episode: What is Justine Skye Even Doing?
Angourie Rice
Actress, author and bread baker
Australian actor; author of Stuck Up and Stupid and My Wonderful Disgrace
Episode: What is Angourie Rice Even Doing?
Ted Danson
Actor with decades of acclaimed work, including Cheers and collaborations with major directors
Episode: What is Ted Danson Even Doing?

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Kyle MacLachlan
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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 91 ratings
  • Just listen❣️

    Delightfully surprising & fresh, loving it 🥰

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dahlyarose
    United States6 months ago
  • Kyle McLaughlin

    I have been talking about doing podcast lately and my wife sent me your pod cast this morning and I found it shocking that she has never sent me any sort of podcast link before and yours being the only one considering we share the same name just completely different spelling too our last names it would be and honor too be on a podcast of yours too share my life experiences my life stories and talk about everyday life I am from upstate New York in a town called Rochester NY if possible please mak... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KyleMcLA
    United States7 months ago
  • Character Actor in the Streets, Main Character in the Sheets (my heart)

    As if I couldn’t admire Kyle MacLachlan’s work enough, he had to go and make the most charming, silly, thoughtful, and engaging interview podcast I’ve heard in a long time!

    If you, too, have been sensing a seismic shift in the entertainment industry, headed by some of the youngest and most talented actors, comedians, musicians, and content creators working today, and you’re interested in learning about their process/ambitions/favorite Shakespearean insults, then what are you even doing??! Subs... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paddlin’ Peggy Hill
    United States7 months ago
  • Delightful

    Kyle has such a way with people that I always feel like his questions and conversations are out of sheer curiosity and interest as opposed to just reading off a list. I could listen to him all day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Poitrasity
    United States7 months ago
  • the adpocalypse is nigh

    love that kyle is doing a podcast. really don’t love the fact that the ads breaks are almost 21 minutes worth of the episode. like, i get the money grab, but if you’re gonna put 21 minutes of ads in, you should probably make the episodes a bit longer. i’m so sorry but i don’t think i’ll be listening to any more episodes :(

    Apple Podcasts
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    994473950
    Canada8 months ago

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Some feedback notes heavy ad breaks; overall sentiment leans positive about the conversations and guest variety.
Listeners praise the host's engaging curiosity and interview rapport.
Praises for cross-generational perspectives and natural chemistry between host and guests.
Guests and topics are described as varied, fresh, and insightful with a lively vibe.

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#243
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Kyle's Korner | Episode 2
Q: Okay. How would you recommend to find self-love?
Kyle suggests looking for joy in every experience and giving yourself a break, recognizing you're doing your best and moving on to the next thing.
Kyle's Korner | Episode 3
Q: What's the most important or significant thing you've learned while filming a project?
Know your lines; preparation matters even when production moves fast, as demonstrated during Law and Order rehearsals when the pressure to perform overcame initial uncertainty.
What is Leah Kateb Even Doing?
Q: Were you familiar with the show from before?
She says she hadn't watched Love Island and wasn't into reality TV, which added to the surprise of her later notoriety.
What is Leah Kateb Even Doing?
Q: But how did it start? You were just there doing your thing, studying for public health, and then.
Leah explains she was working with her microbiologist mother while studying public health, got a casting outreach from Love Island, and navigated the initial hesitation and gradual entry into the show.
What Is KYLE Even Doing?! | EP 1 / Kyle's Korner | Episode 1
Q: What shows or media have influenced you recently?
He cites Dan Carlin's Hardcore History as a top pick for compelling narrative, highlighting the depth of motivation and historical character portrayal, and how that storytelling approach informs his own work.

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This show pairs actor Kyle MacLachlan with a rotating slate of Millennial and Gen Z guests from acting, music, comedy, and content creation to explore careers, creative processes, and the evolving entertainment landscape. Episodes blend candid origin stories, behind-the-scenes workflows, and personal reflections on storytelling, audience feedback, and industry shifts. Listeners can expect a lively mix of humor, practical career insights, and cultural commentary, with a focus on vulnerability, preparation, and cross-generational perspectives. A standout trait across episodes is the host's curious, rapport-driven interviewing style that often surfaces unconventional anecdotes and a playful sense of wonder about fame, artistry, and the busines... more

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Recent guests on What Are We Even Doing? include:

1. Sarah Sherman
2. Rowan Blanchard
3. Leah Kateb
4. Maddie Ziegler
5. Barbara Ferreira
6. Grace Reiter
7. Justine Skye
8. Angourie Rice

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