Adulting with Michelle Buteau and Jordan Carlos

This week Michelle and Jordan bring it all the way home with writer, actor, host, Tony nominee, near and dear ground-breaker, Amber Ruffin. AIRHORN!!! Jordan reveals how he, a tired dad, transforms into the Black member of Steely Dan for parent teacher conferences, Michelle breaks down the pros and cons of relocating to Amsterdam, aka the ultimate safe space... sorta…and Amber shares tales from the writer's room—it's giving Montessori school meets Mad Men. 

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This week, Jordan and Michelle pull up a boudoir chair for comedian/actress/activist/friend maker of old-timey stamps and indefatigable painter of walls, Franchesca Ramsey. Jordan relives the brief moment he was transported out of his body while in the bedroom, Michelle dons her myth-buster hat to advise a listener that textbook flirting is no match for chemistry, and Franchesca shares tried and true tips for crafting thoughtful thank you cards and classy clap backs. It’s giving full-on Wes Anderson and we are here for it!

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Southern hospitality is being served with a shot and a beer as Michelle and Jordan go off the grid with Adulting's Lone Star correspondent / friend of the pod, comedian Tone Bell. Jordan recounts learning the hard way on what gifts to give his beloved (Telfars henceforth!!), Michelle suggests a great reason to leave the "college degree box" unchecked when looking for a partner (negative student loans!!), and Tone proposes a very rational plan for sharing public spaces with exes. 

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It's a lucky day because Jordan and Michelle are joined by comedian / Blacktress / esteemed show host / friend / maven of guest room etiquette, the one, the only, Nicole Byer [CUE AIRHORN!!!]. Jordan opens up about his Xbox addiction and subsequent intervention via second-floor window defenestration, Nicole shares her hilarious highlights from a visit to Amsterdam, and Michelle gently encourages a nostalgic listener to seek new, present-day experiences. It's a vibe, y'all!

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Jordan and Michelle invite writer/actor/and musician (Triple Threat!!) E.R. Fightmaster to hash it up and hash it out. Jordan presents his withering Ted Talk on Goldilocks: The First Documented Case of Karen-ing, E.R. rewinds to the origin of their vintage car fetish, and Michelle demonstrates how to beautifully stock a pantry with staples and surprises. It's a whole spice rack of fun!!

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This week, Michelle and Jordan welcome hilarious comedian / writer / actor / friend / non-essential organ donor (JK), Jes Tom, to the pod. Jordan goes full-on Moth Story Hour and tells the tale of performing at one of NYC’s historic armories, a “balloon party” at Paradiso has Michelle considering retirement in Amsterdam, and Jes explains why leaving Queens for Brooklyn has left them feeling like an expat returning to America. Insert earbuds!

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In this ep, Jordan + Michelle chop it up like a fresh shallot with model / actor / author / activist / ballroom royalty, and THE ICON, Dominique Jackson (POSE!!!!), for a very special convo about homecomings, ancestors, and opening up to the growth of others. 

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Black with more Bell House BK love, Jordan and Michelle are joined by comedian / writer / actor / Texan / certified Aquarius, Devon Walker. Hold your merit badges as Jordan shares a wonder years moment from his days as a Boy Scout, Michelle highlights advantages of growing out of the nightlife (da club) and into refined adult socializing (day drinking), and as a recent New York transplant, Devon shares his take on The Big Apple and why NYC cops are different.

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Michelle + Jordan parlay with comedian, writer, friend, and the unofficial Burrow President of Queens, Hari Kondabolu. Jordan reveals the agony of a "Jordan’s Choice" moment while on vacation, Michelle emphasizes the importance of having your partner’s back while both home and abroad, and Hari shares recent revelations of being a new parent—“cool dad” is a supporting role. 

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Podcast royalty, aka Comedy! Bang! Bang!'s Scott Aukerman, joins Jordan and Michelle in front of the Bell House crowd. Michelle recounts a thoughtful birthday gift that backfired, Jordan itemizes the damage to his home (and ego!) after a playdate, and Scott reenacts his audition for a job at 1980's Disneyland. 

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