It’s the 50th episode! Anjelah and Danielle kick things off by sharing their dental drama because nothing says milestone like being scammed by your dentist. Luckily, “will they, won’t they” TV romances come to the rescue for some much needed comfort. They jump into listener voicemails and emails, unpacking all the maditudes and gratitudes from passive aggressive diners to surprise gift card finds and even spooky ghost stories. This episode truly has it all. Don’t forget to send in your own maditudes and gratitudes! You might just hear yours on the next show.

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This week, Anjelah reconnects with longtime friend and actress Melissa Fumero. The two reminisce about years of crossing paths at auditions, including a few for Brooklyn Nine-Nine, which ultimately became Melissa’s breakout role. They open up about early career imposter syndrome and the ongoing work it takes to overcome it. Sharing frustrations with today’s entertainment industry, Melissa reflects on how difficult it can be to stay hopeful. Still, she credits her Cuban immigrant parents for instilling grit, resilience, and the belief that building community is one of life’s greatest priorities.

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Comedian Trish Suhr joins Anjelah this week for a hilarious chat about dreams, determination, and Dolly. Growing up in the hills of Kentucky with a family running a funeral home, Trish was destined for stand-up. She drew inspiration from Carol Burnett and credits Tim Conway with helping her realize her Emmy aspirations. She and Anjelah also bond over gratitude for their husbands who constantly challenge and push them—and get real about how kindness, or the lack of it, shapes everything.

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Anjelah is joined by her sister, Veronica Johnson, on this episode full of movie quotes, unsolicited phone calls, and classic sister chaos. Veronica opens up about learning to set boundaries sooner and finding peace because of it. Anjelah gets honest about journaling through her temper, while Danielle is fighting a different battle: strapless bras. They wrap things up by plotting their perfect sister trip—margaritas, beach bumming, and zero plans. Being a sister is tough sometimes.

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This week, Anjelah welcomes comedian Pete Holmes for a hilarious deep dive into the joys and grievances of midlife. From Uber drivers nodding off mid-ride to massage therapists catching z’s during foot rubs, they share their most bizarre adulting experiences. Pete also unpacks the underrated power of doing what you’re actually good at—and why that kind of confidence matters.

Heads up: This episode has more cussing than usual. It’s all in good fun, but maybe skip this one if your grandma’s in the car.

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This week, Anjelah, Manny, and Danielle kick things off with stories about sneaking burgers into movie theaters and refilling old popcorn buckets like pros. Manny’s feeling extra grateful lately—thanks to the carnivore diet and, oh yeah, his new dream car. Things get a little spicy when he and Anjelah argue over what “clean” actually means and who’s the one always forgetting stuff on the road. From chasing dreams to measuring success, they get real about what matters most—because at the end of the day, it’s all about the people you love… and maybe helping Danielle figure out if it’s time for a big move.

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Comedian Leslie Liao joins Anjelah this week to talk stand-up—and how sometimes looking ugly on stage actually makes them feel more confident in their sets. Leslie shares how she went from Hollywood mailrooms to Netflix HR, all before realizing her true calling—thanks to a comedy show so bad, she knew she could do it better. Now she’s ride-or-die for the stage (you’ll have to pry the mic from her cold, dead hands). She also gets into her love-hate relationship with journaling and shares how grateful she is for her family, her non-comedy friends, and her super hot Brazilian fiancé.

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On Funjelah this week, Anjelah hangs out with comedian and entrepreneur extraordinaire Katie Cazorla—owner of the Kookaburra Lounge. Katie gets real about the ups and downs of owning several businesses, like last-minute flakes. She shares how attitude is everything: you decide how you feel, and no one else. We also get the wild backstory: she moved to LA after winning a competition, had to sleep in her car, took a sketchy “fun at parties” job, and built a nail salon empire that landed her a reality show. And that nail salon? It’s across from the parking lot she used to park her car in—you know, the one she used to sleep in.

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This week, Anjelah and Danielle dive into listener-submitted Maditudes & Gratitudes, where expired seasonings spark a heated debate (Danielle says never let go) and towing injustices demand rent refunds. They bond over the brilliance of the wheel—specifically, the cheese wheel. Gratitudes flow for wise friends, super-planner moms, and the ability to drop everything for a loved one’s needs. Oh, and the hot dog? It’s the elite meal of the summer.

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Comedian Ali Siddiq joins the podcast fresh off dropping two new YouTube specials — My Two Sons and Rugged. He also executive produced Marcus D. Wiley's new special, Marriage is Major Surgery. Anjelah and Ali swap stories about catching fans trying to record their sets and what really goes into filming a comedy special — including having to reshoot one when the original footage gets lost. For Ali, it’s never been about the paycheck or where his name falls on the lineup. It’s about being honest, telling real stories, and connecting with people through comedy.

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