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The Nightly episodes

January 14 Golden Globes: Champagne & Surprises
Kristen Meinzer and Jacquis Neal stay up late to unpack the 2026 Golden Globes — from surprise wins to sleepy reactions.

What You’ll Hear:
Buzzing at Bedtime: Jacquis shares what it’s like seeing himself in a national TV ad during the Globes (and how it felt to be “text-famous” overnight).
Globes Highlights & Head-Scratchers: The hosts revisit Nikki Glaser’s sharp monologue, unexpected wins for The Secret Agent and Hamnet, and a few shocking snubs.
Champagne and Scowls: Kristen can’t get over Alicia Silverstone’s blink-and-you’ll-miss-it glare, while Jacquis confesses his lifelong Silverstone crush.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro & ad shoutout
02:30 Nikki Glaser’s monologue review
05:00 Surprises and snubs
09:30 Best film & TV winners
14:00 The song that stole the night
17:00 Champagne-fueled Globes moments
19:30 Alicia Silverstone nostalgia
21:00 Goodnight & Chicago pride
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23 min
January 13 Ever Seen Anyone Look Cool With a Backpack?
Matt Bragg and KP Parker share some questionable business ideas — and one that might actually work.

What You’ll Hear:
Paint Gutter Panic: KP unveils her latest invention, a wall-painting “system” that involves pouring entire gallons of paint down your walls.
Oil Jello & Other Mistakes: From recycling hacks to olive oil Jell-O shots, the duo somehow stumbles onto a million-dollar idea.
The Back Jack Revolution: Matt pitches the “Back Jack” — a stylish overcoat that doubles as a backpack. Security, convenience, and Inspector Gadget energy, all in one.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Welcome & hometown Dunkin’
01:30 Matt’s sketchy gig in London
03:30 Entering the Dragon’s Den
06:00 KP’s paint gutter concept
08:00 Engineering “improvements”
10:00 Paint subscriptions & leftover woes
13:00 Olive oil Jell-O shots
14:30 Matt’s big pitch: the Back Jack
17:00 Style, storage & safety
19:00 The accidental bath mat spin-off
21:00 Festival wear & future plans
22:15 Sleepy investments & sign-offs
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24 min
January 12 We're Inches Away. No Problems.
Sophia Wilson Pelton scrolls for Josh Gondelman and KP Parker. Together they discuss indie sleaze playlists, celebrity drama, Sophia being a prophet, and the most legendary fan accounts on the internet: Club Chalamet.

What You’ll Hear:
Indie Sleaze Forever: KP hosts the perfect throwback New Year’s party—until a guest hijacks her playlist with five minutes of “woman screaming.”
Club Chalamet & the Kylie Truce: Sophia unpacks the viral tweet heard ’round Film Twitter and the now-iconic tweet: “I was inches away. No problems.”
Mom Groups & Mean Girls: The hosts discuss Ashley Tisdale’s essay on The Cut, plus the extremely public response from Hilary Duff’s husband.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Cozy greetings & New Year’s chaos
01:00 KP’s Indie Sleaze party recap
06:00 The legend of Club Chalamet
10:30 “No problems” enters the chat
14:00 Ashley Tisdale’s mom group essay
16:30 Hilary Duff’s husband responds
19:00 Mom-friend etiquette & empathy
20:30 Listener shout-outs & goodnights
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23 min
January 11 Is The New Avatar Bigger and Bluer?
Matt Bragg and Josh Gondelman catch up over a pint for the Sunday Pub Chat.

What You’ll Hear:

New Year, Old Habits: Josh is feeling refreshed, while Matt’s still in Christmas lag—both united by leftover chocolate and gentle self-deprecation.
The World’s Slowest Roadwork: Matt discovers a bridge project taking longer than the Eiffel Tower, the Titanic, and possibly human history.
Trivia Night Troubles: From royal chickens to Looney Tunes lore, the quiz gets weird—and Josh’s confidence gets tested.

CHAPTERS
00:00 New year greetings & slow starts
03:00 The world’s longest roadworks
06:30 Avatar and the art of waiting
10:00 Pub quiz begins
12:00 Roast chicken & royal proposals
14:00 Wile E. Coyote’s secret name
16:00 Prunes, smiles & sleepy goodbyes
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20 min
January 10 Hacks for Overcoming Jet Lag
Kristen Meinzer, Jacquis Neal, and KP Parker swap stories about feeling ancient at teen-heavy concerts before turning their attention to Kristen’s never-ending battle with post–New Zealand jet lag.

What You’ll Hear:
Concert Crowd Check: Kristen recounts her surprising Lorde concert experience (and what it’s like realizing you’re the oldest one in the room).
Phone-Free Dreams: The crew talks concert etiquette, phone habits, and why Mitski might be right about putting your screen down.
Hack Me If You Can – New Zealand Edition: Kristen’s desperate for help resetting her sleep after flying halfway around the world.Jacquis and KP prescribe jet lag survival tips and a healthy dose of grace.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Concert crowds & concert etiquette
06:45 The Boomer Show (and Mitski’s message)
07:00 Hack Me If You Can: New Zealand Edition
17:40 Kristen’s Hatch light revelation
19:10 Grace for the jet-lagged
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22 min
January 09 Remembering The NFL's Controversial "Tuck Rule" Call
Matt Bragg and Josh Gondelman time-travel to 2002 and revisit the infamous “Tuck Rule” game — the snowy, rule-bending NFL moment that launched the Patriots dynasty and infuriated the rest of America.

What You’ll Hear:
Sick Day Energy: Matt braves a heroic cold (with full dramatic flair) while Josh celebrates dodging New York’s winter flu.
The Tuck Rule Explained: Josh brings Matt deep into the Patriots-Raiders playoff that changed football forever.
Sliding Doors & Sliding Teams: A parallel universe where Oakland thrives, Manchester City falters, and one bad penalty kick rewrites sports history.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Sniffles, sighs & sympathy tea
03:00 The pop culture time machine opens
04:30 The infamous 2002 “Tuck Rule” game
08:50 Patriots’ dynasty origins
11:30 Soccer rivalries & near misses
14:20 The ripple effect of one call
16:30 Sliding doors & sleepy goodnights
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19 min
January 08 2026 Golden Globes: KPop Demon Hunters vs. Wicked
Kristen Meinzer and Jacquis Neal gear up for awards season with a cozy 2026 Golden Globes preview.

What You’ll Hear:
Globe Gossip: Kristen and Jacquis break down the quirks, chaos, and champagne-soaked history of the Golden Globes.
Movie Matchups: Which 2026 nominees have the buzz, the drama, and the star power to win big?
Hot Takes & Hopefuls: From “Sinners” supremacy to Wicked fatigue, they share their boldest picks — and who they wish would win.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Welcome & award season kickoff
02:00 What makes the Golden Globes so wild
05:00 Predictions for Best Picture (Comedy/Musical)
08:20 Best Picture (Drama) and “Sinners” lovefest
13:00 K-Pop Demon Hunters vs. Wicked
19:00 TV favorites and surprise contenders
23:30 Final hot takes & Michael B. Jordan’s Oscar-worthy moment
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27 min
January 07 Dog IS Hobby w/ Listener Kelly
KP Parker and Kristen Meinzer take a stroll through sequel chaos and hobby inspiration.

What You'll Hear:
Sequel Struggles: KP and Kristen debate the confusing world of movie naming—from Wicked: For Good to Rise of the Planet of the Apes—and wonder, does “Dawn” really come before “Rise”?

Hotline Highlights: Listener Kelly from Chicago joins to ask how to talk about hobbies when yours feel, well, ordinary. Turns out, walking the dog, thrifting, and Gilmore Girls rewatches might be more fascinating than you think.

Curious Is Cool: The trio finds warmth (and wit) in celebrating simple joys, reminding us that interested people are interesting people.

CHAPTERS
00:00 A cozy hello
01:00 Movie sequel naming chaos
05:00 Kelly joins the Nightly Hotline
07:00 The great hobby debate
15:00 Rediscovering your younger self
21:00 Sweet dreams for Sam the dog
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24 min
January 06 In Our "Unc" Era
Jacquis Neal and KP Parker trade quarter-zips, jewelry, and spooky theater stories.

What You’ll Hear:
Horror, Live and In Person: Jacquis raves about a stage adaptation of Paranormal Activity that manages to scare even seasoned theater lovers.
Snooze or Choose – Fashion Edition: From quarter zips to crew necks, the hosts debate which cozy layers earn a bedtime “choose.”
Speed Listeners Anonymous: KP confesses her 1.3× habit while Jacquis makes a heartfelt plea for the power of the pause.
Mixing Metals & Mindsets: Gold, silver, and a little self-expression—how confidence can make any combo shine.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Horror plays & live scares
03:00 Snooze or choose: Quarter zips
06:15 Snooze or choose: Listening at 1.5× speed
11:45 Snooze or choose: Mixing metals in jewelry
16:00 Tattoos, confidence, and goodnights
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20 min
January 05 Snoring with Shrek
Sophia Wilson Pelton and Jacquis Neal face the universal truth: some days, you just feel ugly.

What You'll Hear:
Glow Up Philosophy: Sophia confesses her “ugly attack,” and the two unpack pimple patches, hair grow-out humility, and the surprising joy of subtle concealer.

Spooning Logic: The duo play “Spoon, Snore, or Shove on the Floor” starring Shrek, Paddington Bear, and the Grinch (and later, a few famous inanimate objects).

Bedtime Wisdom: Turns out, self-love might just be the most flattering light of all.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Ugly attack & bad mirror days
03:00 Hair grow-outs and humbling phases
06:00 The power (and peace) of pimple patches
08:00 Makeup myths & quiet confidence
10:30 Spoon, Snore, or Shove: Shrek edition
15:00 Furniture edition gets weird
21:30 Bedtime reflections & goodnight
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24 min

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Where your late night thoughts go to rest. Monday through Saturday, listeners call in to share whatever's on their mind before bed. On Sunday, we take a deep dive on one of the week’s topics.…