One of our greatest living storytellers Ken Burns joins the pod this week! Ken talks to Ted Danson about what history teaches us about the times we’re living in, the sign he keeps in his yard, why the American Revolution shouldn’t be sanitized, and even some relationship advice.

Ken Burns’ docuseries “The American Revolution” premieres on PBS on November 16th, airing over six nights.  To help PBS continue its vital work, make a donation.  

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In an alternate timeline, we might have been watching Kevin Nealon as Sam Malone on Cheers rather than Ted Danson! Kevin joins Ted to talk about why he’s glad things didn’t go that way, his journey to Saturday Night Live stardom, meeting his wife Susan Yeagley, and why he’s joining an effort to conserve the Appalachian Trail. Take a moment to sign the petition at TakeAHikePetition.org.

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Just days before his late night show was suspended by ABC, Jimmy Kimmel sat down with Ted Danson to record this episode. They spoke about Jimmy’s daily routine, the time he hosted a dinner party for Woody Harrelson and Owen Wilson, going from radio to hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live, how faith compels him to speak his mind, the indispensable role of family in his life, and more. 

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Mark Ruffalo and Woody Harrelson join this week to reminisce about their misadventures in New Orleans! Mark also talks to Ted and Woody about overcoming the tragic death of his best friend, high school theater memories, how he literally fleshed out his character in the hit HBO Max show “Task,” the importance of speaking out against injustice, and more. 

This episode contains a brief discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.

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The Emmy-nominated Kathryn Hahn (The Studio, Wanda Vision, Transparent) talks to Ted about why she didn’t expect a career in comedy, her early years doing theater in Cleveland, spirituality, her view of the end of life, retirement goals, and more! 

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Chelsea Handler got where she is by trusting her gut. The comedian, bestselling author, and podcaster talks to Ted Danson about how she feels at 50, the time Jane Fonda called her out, what she loves about writing books, the importance of not selling out, and her thoughts about finding a life companion.

Chelsea will be performing all over the U.S. on her High and Mighty Tour which begins February 2026. Dates can be found on ChelseaHandler.com.

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Ted Danson and his old friend Howie Mandel are covering all the bases this week, from health concerns to personal finance! Howie shares about the origins of his glove bit, how comedy gave him a sense of belonging, his investments in new tech, and how his judging on “America’s Got Talent” has evolved over the years.

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Patton Oswalt has a certain fearlessness, whether he’s doing standup for a sellout crowd or speaking his mind about what he sees in the world. He talks with Ted Danson about the role of comedy in dark times, why he loved Ted in “Body Heat” and “Damages,” his worries for the next generation, and what’s been giving him hope lately.

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Listen to this episode to find out how Rob Reiner made Ted Danson cry! The legendary director and writer talks with Ted about the little-known origins of Spinal Tap, the long-awaited sequel, learning the ropes from his father Carl Reiner, how “Stand by Me” changed his career arc, meeting his wife on the set of “When Harry Met Sally,” and how he became politically engaged.

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Ted Danson is grateful for any chance to reconnect with his dear friend, actor Kate Mara. Kate talks with Ted about the correct pronunciation of her last name, what it was like acting with her sister Rooney in a Werner Herzog film, growing up in an NFL family, how she and her husband Jamie Bell got together, and more. 

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