Not From Here

This week on Not From Here, Riley and Isa are popping the (imaginary) champagne to celebrate two whole years of podcasting! 🥂✨

In this special anniversary episode, Riley and Isa take a heartfelt (and giggly) look back at their favorite moments, share wild New York horror stories, and reflect on the lessons they’ve learned while navigating their 20s in the city that never sleeps.

From cringeworthy outfit choices to subway misadventures, they’re spilling it all—along with the unexpected truths about friendship, ambition, and finding your footing when you feel anything but “from here.”

Whether you’ve been with them since day one or are just jumping in, this episode is packed with laughs, real talk, and celebrations! 

This week on Not From Here, Riley & Isa recap their weekend and Valentine’s Day before tackling the final stretch of seasonal depression—sharing tips on checking in with yourself and making some space for fun. They also share their thoughts on Kendrick Lamar’s impactful Super Bowl halftime show and chat about what they’ve been watching and reading. Tune in for laughs, real talk, and a reminder to touch grass as we inch closer to summer in NYC.

This week on Not From Here, are chatting with actor and podcast host Brianna Kaleen, whose career has taken her from the Hairspray National Tour to regional theater stages and even a big win in a Times Square singing competition.

Brianna opens up about the rollercoaster of being a performer in NYC, auditions, the setbacks, and the small (but mighty) wins that keep us going. We also dive into her podcast, Suffering for Art, and why this career sometimes feels like a beautiful struggle.

If you’ve ever questioned why we put ourselves through this, you’re not alone - tune in for some real talk, laughs, and inspiration.

Growth isn’t always comfortable - in fact, it rarely is. In this week’s episode, Riley & Isa explore what it means to sit with discomfort as we navigate change, uncertainty, and personal evolution. Why do we resist the uneasy parts of growth? How can we learn to embrace the awkward, in-between moments of becoming? Tune in as the girls share personal stories, real-life lessons, and practical ways to lean into change rather than fight it. Because sometimes, the most uncomfortable seasons of life are the ones that shape us the most.

In this week’s episode, Riley and Isa are circling back to a previous conversation and sharing how 2025 is already throwing curveballs. From the ups and downs of auditioning at the A1 conference to Riley’s life as a dog mom, the girls chat about the real-life hustle and the challenges of getting back on track. Tune in for a mix of candid conversations, behind-the-scenes stories, and all the things that make life in the creative world both tough and rewarding.

On this week’s episode of Not From Here, the girls are joined by the incredibly talented actress, singer/songwriter, and self-proclaimed soft girl, Meghan Fitton! Meghan takes us through her journey from her Massachusetts roots to discovering her true home in the vibrant heart of New York City—and shares how much she’s grown along the way. She opens up about her time on American Idol and reflects on the experiences that have shaped her artistry. Plus, the episode dives into her creative process, including self-producing and co-producing cabarets in NYC. It’s an inspiring, hilarious conversation about ambition, identity, and the power of finding where you truly belong—you do not want to miss it!

In the first episode of the new year, Riley and Isa catch up on life, reflect on the 2024 holiday season, and share their resolutions as they dive into what the next 12 months have in store! Riley brings the heat with a juicy 2024 Dating Wrapped (you won't want to miss that!), and the two discuss the latest buzz around Bad Bunny's new album and some of the drama surrounding It Ends With Us. Grab your headphones and join them as they kick off 2025 with a fresh start, plenty of laughs, and a little bit of tea.

Christmas came early this year! 🎄 In their final episode of 2024, Riley and Isa are beyond thrilled to welcome the amazing Alyssa Wray as this week’s special guest! From her unforgettable run on American Idol Season 19 to starring in the Rocky Horror Picture Show alongside Frankie Grande, Alyssa shares her journey from Kentucky to New York City and all the incredible lessons she’s learned along the way. As always, expect tons of laughs and plenty of fan-girling in this can't-miss episode!

On this “Freaky Friday” the 13th, Riley and Isa serve up a hilariously chaotic episode! They recap Wicked’s Golden Globe nominations, discuss standout characters like Boq, and spill the tea on shocking breakups like Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan. The girls dive into all the trending chaos on their “For You Pages” and wrap things up with a playful twist on Variety’s “Actors on Actors” by creating personalized quizzes for each other. Tune in for a seriously silly episode!

This week Riley and Isa are back with a new episode after a two week Holiday break! There is lots to catch up on as they cover what they have been up to since they last spoke. Tune in to hear about their recent trips, favorite broadway shows, current pop culture events, and how they are feeling individually going into the end of 2024. Make sure to stay till the end for a refreshing conversation on how to find your authentic inner artist and how genuinely following your heart and your interests can lead you to a place of growth and aligning with your real artist self. The girls are happy to be back!! Grab a glass of your favorite drink to cozy up with and tune into Not From Here!