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Life’s too short for small talk. Rachel gets right to the questions that matter most. Once a week, famous guests pull questions from a deck of cards and open up about the kind of stuff we all think about but rarely say out loud. Actors, authors, and thinkers are prompted to talk about everything from their insecurities and dreams to grief and God. Named one of the 10 best podcasts of 2024 by The N... more

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Don't be fooled by Brett Goldstein's grumpy exterior – he can't resist a big, open-hearted story. You see it in the TV shows he's acted in and helped create, "Ted Lasso" and "Shrinking." He's about to release a new HBO standup special called "The Sec... more

“You cannot rely on somebody else to push you out of the plane — you have to jump,” Shania Twain tells Rachel. For someone who has lived a life marked by so much loss and profound success, she has a lot to reflect on and is doing so the best way she ... more

“I still feel like I'm wondering what I'm gonna be when I grow up,” Hrishikesh Hirway tells Rachel. That might be because he’s drawn to so many things: he’s an accomplished musician, host of several successful podcasts and just an all-around thoughtf... more

"Are you willing to be responsible for your own happiness?" Tracee Ellis Ross asks in this episode, recorded with a live audience at LAist. Tracee is all about actively choosing the life you want to lead. She talks to Rachel about those pivotal choic... more

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Shania Twain
Singer-songwriter
Shania Twain
Episode: Shania Twain
Hrishikesh Hirway
Musician and host of Song Exploder, discussing his career and new album
Song Exploder; Musician
Episode: Hrishikesh Hirway
Tracee Ellis Ross
Actor and host, interview guest on the episode
Self/Tracee Ellis Ross
Episode: Tracee Ellis Ross (Live)
Terry Tempest Williams
Writer and activist, author of The Glorians
Author, The Glorians
Episode: Terry Tempest Williams
Danny McBride
Actor and writer known for Eastbound and Down and The Righteous Gemstones
Television/Film (NBCUniversal? via HBO/Max networks not explicitly named in transcript)
Episode: Danny McBride
John Cena
WWE legend turned actor and filmmaker
WWE, acting roles in Little Brother
Episode: John Cena
David Sedaris
Author and humorist known for observational essays
Author, Humorist
Episode: David Sedaris
Dave Eggers
Author and artist, founder of McSweeney's, author of Contrapposto.
Author, McSweeney's
Episode: Dave Eggers
Maya Hawke
Actor and musician known for Stranger Things and her album Maitreya Corso
Music and Acting
Episode: Maya Hawke

Host

Rachel Martin
Host of the show and interviewer; guides conversations with guests using a card-deck format.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Good conversation

    This show is great. The questions are thoughtful and generous. Rachel Martin does such good job listening and then eliciting responses that are both profound and entertaining, the way a good conversation with a friend can be.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quake Oak Hill
    United States16 days ago
  • “WEIRD AL” YANKOVIC

    If you like “Weird Al” Yankovic then this is the episode for you!!!🎶🎶🎶

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skibidi Rizz Ohio Sigma
    United States19 days ago
  • Host is not good

    Okay concept. But Rachel Martin needs to sit down. She interrupts, diminishes, doesn’t seem well prepared to engage in thoughtful dialogue. Couldn’t listen to more than a couple of episodes because she kinda ruins the vibe.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    BMas84
    United States23 days ago
  • New Favorite Podcast

    So refreshing to hear interesting people answer deep questions. Thought-provoking and inspiring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    too many dogs
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great Show and Game

    I absolutely love this podcast. All of the episodes I’ve listened to have made me think about my own life in relationship to the guests’ answers to the questions. I bought the cards, and my college friends (8 of us who lived on the same floor of our dorm in the fall of 1988) played it on a recent weekend away.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ND_Angie92
    United Statesa month ago

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Guests and questions are described as thoughtful, intimate, and revealing.
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Some critics note occasional interruptions that can distract, but overall depth and empathy shine through.

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Shania Twain
Q: How do you approach aging and self-image?
Growing older has made me more honest with myself and more accepting of aging while focusing on growth and self-love.
Shania Twain
Q: What was a moment of pride from your childhood?
Driving a car with my dad and feeling capable and responsible at a very young age.
Tracee Ellis Ross (Live)
Q: How do you tap into something bigger than yourself?
She talks about building a spiritual life and relying on a personal practice that helps her stay connected to a sense of higher purpose, rather than waiting for external validation or being defined by others' expectations.
Tracee Ellis Ross (Live)
Q: What did you reject as a teenager?
Tracee describes rejecting the trappings of an altered life and not wanting to participate in the substances or social scenes she saw around her, choosing instead to pursue a path that allowed her to own her story and body; she also notes that she was wary of environments that felt like escape from reality.
Dave Eggers
Q: One, two, or three? How much do you rely on the validation of others?
He says he doesn't seek broad validation; one trusted reader or a loved one's reaction is enough, with broader reception being a bonus rather than a measure of success.

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A thoughtful interview series that centers on intimate conversations with high-profile guests, guided by a card-based prompt deck. Episodes frequently explore creativity, mental health, aging, resilience, and the unwritten realities behind fame. The format blends warmth, candor, and vulnerability, often yielding personal stories, career insights, and reflections on life beyond the spotlight. Notably, the show is celebrated for its empathetic approach and the host's ability to elicit honest, revealing responses from a broad range of creative thinkers and public figures.

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1. Shania Twain
2. Hrishikesh Hirway
3. Tracee Ellis Ross
4. Terry Tempest Williams
5. Danny McBride
6. John Cena
7. David Sedaris
8. Dave Eggers

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