Be Here For A While

It was nearly impossible for Rachael to become any more obsessed with the history of stand up comedy, but after today's guest, it has happened. Stand up legend Ritch Shydner is here to tell Rachael his craziest stories from the comedy club boom of the 1980's -- many of which you'll find in his new book, Kicking Through The Ashes. Rachael learns how Ritch's groundbreaking career unfolded and what set his comedy apart.

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Rachael has the unique opportunity to sit down and pick the brain of one of the main gatekeepers in the LA comedy scene. In this episode of Be Here For A While, she's uncovering all the advice any up-and-coming artist is dying to know. Hollywood Improv Artistic Director Jamie Flam is here to share his intimate insight into the world of comedy -- sharing what he looks for when booking new talent, a day in the life of a booker at one of the biggest clubs in LA, and what characteristics Jamie believes make comics successful.

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Rachael sits down with industry legend Barry Katz who is universally known for helping launch the careers of some of the most extraordinary comedy artists int he business - including Dave Chappelle, Anthony Clark, Nick Swardson, Tracy Morgan, Bill Burr, Darrell Hammond, Whitney Cummings, Jay Mohr, Dane Cook, and Louie CK. Rachael soaks up all the advice Barry has to offer about finding your niche, navitaging distraction, and the different definitions of "making it" in the business. Check out Barry's very successful podcast, "Industry Standard", a one-of-a-kind weekly inspirational podcast that features an insiders look at Hollywood from a totally different perspective, featuring behind-the-scenes A-list players who candidly reveal the risky decisions they made that led to the most groundbreaking internet, television, radio, music, and film content in the world.

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Comedian/radio host/ghost aficionado Andy Kozel and Rachael share the same love of grocery store samples, among other things. Andy is the host of Ghostline, a lighthearted, weekly one hour radio show, about all things paranormal. Andy shares creepy (cool) stories about his haunted apartment in Hollywood -- including how famous actor Errol Flynn lived there as a young man. They discuss hauntings on the Queen Mary, the story of the Cecil Hotel, and the Ebell Theater, among others. Rachael interviews Andy about how he got started in comedy and we learn his backstory. They bond over their love of stand up and chat about how one stays competitive as a comedian in LA today. Are you Type A or Type B? Rachael and Andy breakdown the personality types (they're both Type B) and how it reveals itself in their evolving comedy careers. We learn that Andy is a fan of Vanderpump Rules and the two end on discussing the upcoming comedy scene in Las Vegas and Rachael's military tour. 

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It's National Taco Day and Vanderpump Rules' Scheana Shay is here for girl talk with Rachael. Rachael starts off with quickfire questions that get Scheana to reveal some info you might not know about her by watching the show, including her favorite current TV shows (spoiler: Keeping Up With The Kardashians), her go-to coffee order, and her latest Amazon purchases. Rachael and Scheana talk about addressing misconceptions on social media and her journey to Vanderpump Rules -- including growing up in LA and being a regular extra on Entourage. They end with a fun game, assigning their Vanderpump Rules castmates alternative reality shows. Another spoiler: Kristen for Catfish.

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In her latest solo podcast, Rachael recaps what it's like to live life with one hand, her experience auditioning for a Carl's Jr. commercial, and her latest trip to Charleston, South Carolina with Vanderpump Rules' Stassi Schroder to meet the cast of Bravo's Southern Charm. She retells the story of their trip as they explored Charleston with Southern Charm's Danni Baird, Naomie Olindo, and Craig Conover -- including spending the day on Danni's yacht and enjoying some delicious meals. Rachael geeks out over the remake of Lethal Weapon on FOX and is very enthusiastic after watching the pilot. Finally, Rachael is so excited about the Will and Grace revival (as the whole world should be). Stay tuned to Debra Messing's twitter and she'll be doing the same. 

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Rachael's favorite newlywed Katie Maloney Schwartz is here! Before diving into the deep stuff, Rachael and Katie discuss last weekend's TV highlights -- football and The Emmys. Rachael didn't realize her friend's brother, Jimmy Kimmel, was hosting until the day of. Also, one of Katie's besties, Steph Corneliussen (from Mr. Robot) made Vogue Magazine's best dressed list! Katie dishes on married life with her Bubba, Tom Schwartz, and shares valuable relationship advice with listeners. Rachael and Katie discuss her evolution on Vanderpump Rules through each season and Katie tells a significant and very personal life-changing story that you might not already know, even if you're an avid viewer of the show. Sit back and enjoy girl talk at it's finest.

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Queen Bitch Jackie Schimmel, creator of blog turned podcast The Bitch Bible, is here to make Rachael feel better about her delusions of grandeur and reveal her life story. From working on Chelsea Handler's Chelsea Lately and After Lately to walking away from arguably the best desk job Rachael's ever heard of, we learn how Jackie made her way to her elevated podcast/bitchy blog status and her plans for the future. 

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The one and only Kristen Doute stops by the Sunset Marquis Hotel to keep Rachael company as she's recovering after her hand surgery. They answer listeners' questions about past seasons and the upcoming season of Vanderpump Rules, chat about her exciting upcoming projects and, of course, recap the finale episode of Bachelor in Paradise. Highlights include how Kristen and Rachael first met (and reunited), their run as certified Fleetwood Mac groupies, and much more!

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Rachael is in Martha's Vineyard with John's family and chatting with his sister in law, Heather Woodbridge (and her little daughter Hadley!). They chat east coast wealth, how Heather met John's brother William and fell in love fast, and the girls recap the latest episode of Real Housewives of New York. They dive into the woes of parenting and how Heather gave wine to her children's teachers as gifts. 

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