The Nightly

KP Parker and Matt Bragg drift from breezy beach towns to the vast, slightly confusing wonders of the moon.

What You'll Hear

Fresh Air, Open Windows: A conversation that starts seaside—gray skies, eccentric neighbors, and the quiet magic of letting the night air in.

Camping vs. Matt’s Mattress: KP prepares for a night under the stars while Matt makes a strong case for indoor living. Somewhere between them: heating pads, survival gear, and the eternal question of how much comfort is too much?

Moon Math & Space Myths: From Apollo 11 to Artemis II, the facts get a little fuzzy—but the curiosity is real.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro & beach town daydreams
03:00 Fresh air, heating pads, and cozy debates
08:30 Camping plans and comfort limits
09:00 The moon, distance, and space confusion
13:30 Apollo 11 and the space race
17:30 What the moon smells like
19:00 Craters, names, and final thoughts

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Matt Bragg and KP Parker swap stories about thrifted band tees, very patient animals, and the strange corners of the internet.

What You'll Hear:

Vintage Finds, Lingering Regrets: A thrifted Elton John shirt sparks a conversation about concert merch, missed chances, and why the perfect T-shirt always seems to get away.

Animal News, Gently Unbelievable: A 193-year-old tortoise survives a crypto scam rumor, and a missing cat turns up 200 miles away a decade later—proof that animals have better plot lines than most of us.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro & greetings
00:30 Gym errands & Elton John tee
03:00 The t-shirt that got away
07:30 Tortoise crypto scam explained
13:20 Missing cat found after 10 years
18:00 Cat sneezes & goodnights

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KP Parker and Matt Bragg air a few modern grievances, from mischievous pets to unexpectedly loud technology.

What You’ll Hear:

Pet Politics: A newly adopted cat becomes an unlikely messenger for passive-aggressive commentary, raising questions about loyalty, love, and who the cat really prefers.

Too Loud to Be Relaxing: A well-meaning TV feature turns into a nightly jump scare, as peaceful nature sounds arrive at full volume and entirely the wrong moment.

Small Fixes, Big Dreams: From bringing back old-school screensavers to sneaking SPF into everyday products, the solutions are simple, slightly nostalgic, and oddly satisfying.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro & greetings
03:30 Matt’s cat grievance begins
05:00 Passive-aggressive cat commentary
09:00 KP’s TV nature sound grievance
12:00 Screensavers and nostalgic tech
16:00 Sunscreen in everything debate
19:00 Wrapping up and goodnight

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KP Parker and Matt Bragg discuss everything from Costco hauls to cult leaders of reality TV.

Bulk Buy Bliss: Matt reports on his first-ever Costco trip, complete with impulsive purchases, life-changing appliances, and the strange joy of buying in bulk.

Fame, Friendship, and Fallout: A peek into Lena Dunham’s new memoir sparks a conversation about well, Lena Dunham...and who she is.

Enter the Dragon Slayer: KP introduces Matt to one of Survivor’s most unforgettable characters—a man equal parts philosopher, leader, and chaos agent—and they wonder what makes someone compelling, even when they’re "a lot."

CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro & greetings
02:15 Naming Matt's company
04:15 Matt has discovered Costco
09:05 Lena Dunham memoir moment
15:40 Meet the Dragon Slayer
21:25 Goodnights & sign-off

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KP Parker, Josh Gondelman, and Matt Bragg discuss unforgettable dating stories from the internet, from eerie graveyard hangs to unexpectedly emotional burgers.

What You'll Hear:

It Happened One Night: A setup from an ex leads to a spectacularly awkward date… and an even more surprising love story. Along the way, the crew weighs in on red flags, green flags, and the curious middle ground in between.

Graveyard Energy Check: Is sipping a drink among headstones romantic, reflective, or just a little too much for a first date? The group debates vibes, boundaries, and perspective.

The Burger Incident: One well-meaning takeout order spirals into a quietly chaotic kitchen moment. It’s a tender reminder that sometimes the smallest things carry the biggest feelings.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro & greetings
01:00 A trip to Wales and impossible spellings
05:50 Dating stories begin
07:30 Graveyard date debate
11:57 Story two begins
15:10 Sweet ending and reflections
16:10 Wind down & goodnights

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Kristen Meinzer and Jacquis Neal tumble down a nostalgic rabbit hole all about soap operas.

Soap Star Origins: From Michael B. Jordan to Demi Moore, they trace the surprisingly star-studded pipeline from daytime drama to Hollywood fame—and why soaps are the ultimate acting bootcamp.

Packing, Planes, and Pet Peeves: A cozy detour into travel habits, suitcase strategies, and a few dream upgrades to air travel that feel… suspiciously appealing.

Wild Plots, Real Love: Vampires, long-lost twins, rapid aging kids—why soap operas swing big, and why that’s exactly what makes them so comforting to return to.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro & travel talk
03:00 Packing strategies and plane dreams
06:10 Rabbit hole begins: soap operas
08:30 Childhood memories and favorite shows
12:00 How soap operas are made
15:00 Fictional towns and wild plotlines
17:00 Why soap operas still matter

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Josh Gondelman and Kristen Meinzer host a cozy, wide-ranging book club chat.

What You’ll Hear

From TV Teens to Timeless Stories: Kristen talks about teen shows that actually feel real, and why some one-season series leave the biggest mark.

A Book That Feels Like a Hug: Kristen shares a joyful read that’s equal parts funny, human, and quietly reassuring—plus a sweet story about how Josh and his wife first bonded over words.

Reading the World, One State at a Time: A peek into how Kristen’s 50 states reading project is going.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
01:00 Favorite shows we're watching
04:45 The Nightly Book Club begins
06:30 Kristen surprises Josh by reading his book, Nice Try
10:00 Listener recommendation
11:30 Books from Mississippi & Alaska
15:00 Current reads & "shaggy" stories
17:00 Promoting creative work without the cringe
20:00 Books on deck?
21:50 Goodnights

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KP Parker and Jacquis Neal take a ride on the pop culture time machine with dream guest, comedian Avery McClure.

What You’ll Hear

Read 'Til Failure: Avery shares a bedtime routine that starts with good intentions, a book, and about three pages before sleep wins.

The Coziest Sleep Setup: Heated blankets, cool air, and the delicate balance of being perfectly warm where it counts.

Reality TV Betrayal Hall of Fame: A wild trip back to 2016 and the unforgettable moment The Challenge's Johnny Bananas made a decision that still stings.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro & Guest Avery McClure joins the slumber party
01:00 Bedtime routines and reading habits
05:00 Heated blankets and sleep preferences
08:00 Pop culture time machine: The Challenge: Rivals III
15:00 The betrayal that shocked reality TV
18:00 Love Is Blind and awkward first meetings
21:00 Goodnights

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Kristen Meinzer and Wils Pelton swap current pop culture obsessions and compare notes on what’s worth the watch.

What You’ll Hear:

What We’re Watching: From a chaotic small-town comedy to a space mission with an unexpected companion, they unpack what’s working, what’s not, and what might surprise you.

To Spoil or Not to Spoil: A gentle debate on going into movies blind, plus a few recommendations that are best experienced with as little context as possible.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
01:00 An 11-year-old’s NYC bucket list
03:00 Big Mistakes on Netflix
06:30 When shows take time to click
08:00 A love letter to Weeds
10:30 Project Hail Mary review
13:30 The joy of going in blind
16:00 Ryan Gosling appreciation

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Josh Gondelman and Sophia Wilson Pelton revisit the movie Mean Girls from memory, with plenty of glorious detail and a few lovable detours.

Memory Lane: Sophia takes on the full plot of Mean Girls from pure recall, from the Plastics to the Burn Book to one very unfortunate bus encounter. Josh jumps in with the bits that stuck, proving that some movies really do live in your brain rent-free.

High School Logic: Along the way, they marvel at teen power structures, homecoming-level cruelty, and the kind of elaborate prank planning that probably could have been used for greater good.

A Respectful Request: Tonight’s listener goodnight goes out to a crew of midnight mockingbirds who may be looking for love, but could really stand to lower the volume.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Intros & hotel living gripes
03:03 Sophia’s brother's visit and peak NYC weather
05:08 Do you remember Do You Remember?
06:06 Sophia tries to recall the plot of Mean Girls
20:20 Josh fills in a few missing Mean Girls details
22:37 Listener Julia's goodnight to the mockingbirds

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