The hilarious and innovative Bo Burnham (EIGHTH GRADE, MAKE HAPPY) joins Unqualified this week to discuss the stress of going on talk shows, the making of his directorial debut, how to elicit vulnerable and truthful performances from young actors, and why it was crucial for the lead of Eighth Grade to be female. Next, Bo answers some deal breakers and Anna auditions for Eighth Grade 2: Ninth Grade. Later, they call Jesse who is struggling to handle social anxiety in friend groups and Madeline, who is uncomfortable about the age gap between her and her boyfriend.

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This week’s Unqualified brings you more SDCC interviews. First, some hilarious Kelly Ripa bonus material in which Anna, Kelly and Sim discuss talk show jitters, and female envy, and tips for new parents. Then, Camila Mendes (RIVERDALE) joins Anna and Sim on the SDCC boat! Camila and Anna touch on past SDCC experiences. Then, Camila answers some deal breakers, explains why cats are the way to her heart, and they call Haley who wants the boy she’s seeing to text back more promptly.

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This week is part two of Unqualified at San Diego Comic Con! First, Colton Haynes and Stephen Amell (ARROW) discuss set life and working together on Arrow, and advise Ashley, who wants to know if it’s weird that she hasn’t met her boyfriend’s friends and family after six years. Then, Anna and Sim are joined by Grant Gustin (THE FLASH), who talks about being a Comic Con veteran and Anna grills Grant and his fiancée LA Thoma about engagement details, their social media meet-cute, and wedding planning, and Tom Cavanagh (THE FLASH and ED) joins in to do a line reading and chat about officiating Grant’s and LA’s wedding. Finally, they call Rachel, who doesn’t know how to tell her close guy friend she doesn’t like him back.

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The gregarious Kelly Ripa (LIVE! WITH KELLY AND RYAN) joins Anna and Sim on Unqualified this week at San Diego Comic-Con. First, Kelly and husband Mark Consuelos (RIVERDALE) share how they sustain a happy marriage. Then, Kelly delves into the talk show world and how she makes her guests feel comfortable. After, Anna and Kelly talk about being considered “old” in the industry as well as sex and motherhood. Then, the gang plays a round of deal breakers and they call Ann, whose boyfriend is caught in a financial dilemma. Enjoy, and get ready to laugh!

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The incredibly talented Shiri Appleby (UNREAL, ROSWELL) joins Anna and Sim on this week’s Unqualified. First, Shiri talks about the best acting advice she ever received and how best to dominate in an audition room. Next, Anna asks Shiri about the nuances of having a relationship with a chef, and then Shiri answers some deal breakers. Afterward, Shiri takes a meeting with Karen Sarducci. Finally, they call Lydia who is struggling to find the right moment to have kids, and Kaz whose boyfriend doesn’t like when she posts revealing photos of herself on social media. Get listening!

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Versatile actor Topher Grace (BLACKKKLANSMAN, THAT 70’S SHOW) joins Anna and Sim on this week’s Unqualified. First, Topher touches on the value of failure and what he’s learned from creative flops. Then, Topher and Anna reminisce on the project they worked on together and the time Topher gave Anna some much-needed relationship advice. Later, Topher answers some dating deal breakers, talks about the lively clubbing adventure he shared with Wilmer Valderrama, and plays “Know your Lines.” Finally, they call Delia, who wonders if she should try to repair her relationship with her paranoid ex-boyfriend.

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Podcast legend Pete Holmes (CRASHING, YOU MADE IT WEIRD) joins Anna and Sim on this week’s Unqualified. First, Pete walks us through how he “charmed” his way through his English degree in college and the gang talks about the nuances of liberal arts education. Then, Pete touches on how he discovered the path to comedy by becoming a provocateur at his boring Christian college. Afterward, Pete compares show business to Lord of the Rings, commiserates with Anna over the perils of dating a performer, and the importance of living a balanced life. Then, the gang plays a round of “Just answer” and “How would you proceed?” Then, they talk to Tony who’s having problems with his new wife’s ex-husband and Casey who can’t stand her boyfriend’s high school friends. Sit back, and prepare to laugh!

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The brilliant Mayim Bialik (THE BIG BANG THEORY) is here for a brand new episode of Unqualified! First, Anna surprises Mayim with an armful of kittens before they talk about baking, the experience of being a woman in entertainment, and making friends outside of the industry. Then, Mayim tells us what it was like to be recognized as a child star in college and Anna reminds us of her Red Robin training video. Next, the group has a powerful conversation on co-parenting, divorce and raising children while in the spotlight. After that, Mayim shows off her Bronx accent and answers some dating deal breakers. Lastly, they call Alyssa, who found out that she is the "other woman", and Colleen, who feels like the third wheel in her group of girl friends. Tune in and enjoy!

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The hysterical Bert Kreischer (BERT THE CONQUEROR, TRIP FLIP) is here for a new episode of Unqualified! First, Bert describes his friendship with comedian Tom Segura and discusses the importance of acknowledging mistakes made as a performer. Next, he gushes over his favorite Anna Faris movies and artfully tells us his notorious “Machine” story. After that, Bert describes some of his wild adventures around the world, his insecurities as a stand-up and some of his incredible celebrity encounters. Later, the group reminisces on their college experiences and then they call Jack, a recent graduate who has romantic feelings for his close friend. Enjoy!

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This week, the incredible Logan Browning (DEAR WHITE PEOPLE) joins Anna and Sim on the couch to discuss being an introvert in a very extroverted industry and where to go for the best brunch in LA. Then, Anna grills Logan on some dating deal breakers! Later, they call Megan, who is facing the end of a long-term committed relationship, and Malia, who was recently rejected from a professional dance team. Tune in & enjoy!

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