Anna Faris Is Unqualified

Everyone’s favorite tough guy Frank Grillo (Purge: Election Year, Captain America: Civil War) joins Anna and Sim for another can’t-miss episode of “Unqualified.” Frank shares how he went from being a Wall Street stockbroker to being an actor — and what his hometown friends and Italian family thought about it. Anna and Frank also discuss ageism in Hollywood, loud lovers, and have an unforgettable exorcism voice-off. The gang also plays a rousing new game: MMA Star or Porn Star? Finally, they give advice to a caller who is uncomfortable about her colleagues’ wild partying on business trips, and a woman who wants to disinvite her fiancé’s best friend’s (terrible) wife from her wedding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The uber-talented Keegan-Michael Key (Key & Peele, Keanu) joins Anna and Sim this week for another hilarious episode of Unqualified. Teeing off on themes from his new film "Don't Think Twice," Keegan and Anna offer reflections on fame, talent, success and providence. Keegan leaves no doubt that he's among the best improv performers in Hollywood when he and Anna revisit the studio-executive scenario from prior episodes. His hysterical (and inspired!) pitches for sequels to Titanic and Rosemary's Baby are sure to have you in stitches! Later, they talk to a woman whose high school boyfriend, (the "one who got away") surprised her with a romantic - yet ambiguous - gesture nine years after their break-up. It's up to the Unqualified crew to deduce what he meant - and what her next move should be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Buckle up "Unqualified" fans, because sh*t is about to get real. In Part 2, James and Anna explore topics including sexual pressures imposed by society, fear of rejection, struggles with perfectionism, and what it means to be a leader. Later, James draws on his psychology degree even more when the gang calls a woman whose long-absent birth mother is suddenly seeking to reconnect. Listen in as Anna and James help her grapple with complex family dynamics and questions of self-identity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the words of Chris Pratt, Guardians of Galaxy director James Gunn "runs deep." How did he get the GOTG gig? What inspired his vision for the franchise? And what in the world is a "bukake"? James answers all these questions and more in Part 1 of this week's episode. Anna and James also bond over their competitive spirits, love of cream of wheat, and of course, their shared affection for Chris Pratt. And stay tuned 'til the end when Anna and James exchange outrageous Chat Roulette prank stories. Trust us, you'll be shocked! Come back tomorrow for Part 2, when Anna, Sim, and James help a caller work through a tricky family situation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave Bautista continues to surprise and delight in Part 2 of this week's episode. First, he, Anna, and Sim try to help a woman figure out the best way to propose to her long-term boyfriend. The gang (along with surprise guest Chris Pratt!) then talks to a woman who is having trouble getting her boyfriend to clean up after himself. Anna and Dave share their own cohabitation strategies; their advice may surprise you! And be sure to stick around until the last five minutes when Chris revisits the goat-f*cking hypothetical posed to Dave in Part 1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For a total badass, former WWE star Dave Bautista (Guardians of the Galaxy, Spectre, Blade Runner) sure is a nice guy. In this week’s two-part episode, Anna and Sim meet up with Dave in Atlanta, on location for Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol 2. Dave shares his remarkable journey from the streets of San Francisco, to the WWE ring, to the set of a blockbuster franchise—with a few stints in jail along the way! The gang also discusses life on the set of GOTG2, Dave’s all-time favorite workout playlist, and the wonder that is Japanese toilets. Later, they play a new WWE-inspired game, in which Dave must match famous wrestlers with their catch-phrases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone knows that VEEP star Anna Chlumsky is charming and impressive. You might not know, however, that she is also a Star Wars super nerd, a Belgian beer connoisseur, and is extremely well-informed about digestive health. Anna shares all this and more when she joins Anna and Sim in this week's episode. Listen in as both Annas and Sim talk about male vs. female gold-diggers, weird pregnancy cravings, and the importance of following one's instincts. They also play a hilarious new game: Politician or Real Housewife? Finally, the girls try to help a pregnant woman figure out how to handle her judgmental and competitive mom friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 2 picks up with calls from two Unqualified listeners in need of relationship advice. First, Anna, Sim and Paul talk to a woman whose husband is a terrible gift-giver. Listen in as Paul enlightens her about the "Languages of Love" and the gang brainstorms about how to point him in the right direction. Next, they call Brittany, a woman who has been involved for six months with a stand-up comedian she met on a dating app. Paul and Anna leave no stone unturned in trying to help her figure out whether she likes him enough to commit to a possible long-distance relationship and, if so, how to talk to him about their relationship...as illustrated through another hilarious role-play. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Scheer (The League, Fresh Off the Boat, “How Did This Get Made?” podcast) stops by Anna’s house this week for another hilarious two-part episode. Picking up where his podcast co-host/prior Unqualified guest Jason Mantzoukas left off, Paul and Anna role-play a scene in which an ebullient screenwriter (Paul) must come up with plots for hilarious movie titles proposed by his studio executive boss (Anna). Later, Paul offers everything from conversation etiquette tips to unforgettable impressions, including Batman auditioning for an erectile dysfunction drug commercial and Indiana Jones passing out samples at Costco. Anna also shares the story behind the Unqualified cover photo and practices her sales pitch for chicken nuggets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea Handler. Anna Faris. Marijuana-infused lubricant (yes, that’s a thing). Need we say more? Join in the fun in Part 2 of this episode, as Chelsea and Anna get a new -- and unusual -- kind of buzz. The gang then hits the phones to dish out some unqualified advice. First, Anna, Sim and Chelsea offer some tough love to a woman concerned that her sister is set to marry a guy she met just two months ago, despite NUMEROUS red flags. Then, the gang tries to help a caller figure out what to do after she finally made out with her long-time crush…but he hasn’t spoken to her for two months since. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea Handler is unfiltered, unapologetic and unlike anyone else. The comedian/talk show host joins Anna and Sim this week, bringing to bear her acerbic wit and take-no-prisoners approach to love and life. In Part 1 of this two-part episode, Chelsea explains why she hates compliments, terms she finds most offensive and what exactly it takes to be her friend. She and Anna also trade break-up stories (you won’t believe how ballsy Chelsea is!) and discuss other dating misadventures. Then, in a new segment, Sim gives Anna and Chelsea twenty guesses to identify a mystery celebrity guest-caller. (See if you can figure out who it is before they do!) After Anna’s unbridled excitement subsides, the trio reflects upon the “intoxicating” effect of fame and the ups and downs of life in the Hollywood spotlight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tiffany Haddish tells it like it is. The breakout star of “Keanu” joins Anna and Sim this week, showcasing both her incredible comedic talents as well as her astounding personal resilience. Tiffany opens up to Anna about her journey from the “hood” to the Hollywood red carpet, discussing how she was shaped by her experience in the foster care system and how she found the strength to pursue—and accomplish—her dreams against all odds. As outrageously funny as she is inspiring, Tiffany also has Anna and Sim in stitches throughout the episode as she talks about her friends, family, and her plan to sell a “special” hair growth product on QVC. And you definitely won’t want to miss Tiffany’s brilliant – and explicit – advice to Anna about how to communicate with men! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rising star Britt Robertson (Mother's Day, Tomorrowland, The Longest Ride) joins Anna and Sim for another fun-filled episode of “Unqualified.” Anna, Britt and Sim discuss why actors tend to date other actors and why becoming a yoga instructor is the most sure-fire way to marry someone rich—regardless of whether you’re male or female! Anna also describes her fantasy sleepaway camp and asks Britt “not-so-rapid-fire” questions involving jail, cliff-diving, and a man named Hudson. Plus, the gang helps a female caller decide whether to tell her friend that her boyfriend cheated on her with another friend in their social group! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jason Mantzoukas (The League, The Dictator, Sleeping With Other People) is one of the funniest guys in Hollywood. His madcap energy is on full display when he joins Anna and Sim for this week's episode of "Unqualified." Among other memorable moments, Jason shares an outrageous story about how one unfortunate incident forever changed his "laissez-faire attitude towards farting." Anna and Jason also showcase their improv skills by role-playing a scene in which a stoner college drop-out (Jason) applies for a job as the second assistant to a powerful movie studio executive (Anna). The gang also handles some tricky calls this week. First, they talk to a caller whose gay BFF set her up with a man who he himself has a crush on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shaquille O'Neal may very well be Anna Faris's biggest fan -- both literally and otherwise! The mutual excitement is palpable as Shaq welcomes "his Anna" and Sim to Atlanta in this can't-miss episode. Inspiring, insightful, and inimitable, the larger-than-life NBA star recounts how he got the courage to ask out his high school crush and admits which NBA team he'd refuse to play for based on its mascot. Sim and Anna also put Shaq to the test by making him match rap lyrics to the NBA baller who rapped them. Later, the gang gives a male caller unqualified advice about how to help re-build his wife's self-confidence after years of marriage and child-raising have taken a toll. "ShaqDaddy's" advice is bound to make you love him even more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olivia Munn is back in full force - literally! In this action-packed segment, she whips out a 900,000-volt stun gun...and Sim nearly shoots himself! Olivia and Anna also delve into the complexities of female friendship, and discuss Olivia's first kiss - a makeout session that lasted the entirety of Forrest Gump! Olivia even inspired a new game: Match the Hollywood Celeb to Her NFL Paramour. (We won't say who wins!) Finally, the crew gives unqualified advice to a busy 23 year-old EMT whose married friends make her feel bad about being single. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olivia Munn truly is every guy's dream girl. Beautiful, brilliant, and funny as hell, the self-described "Prince Harry of Maxim" joins Anna and Sim for this week's two-part episode. Join in on the fun as Olivia and Anna discuss Olivia's desire to hold a baby panda, her deep-seated fear of brain-eating amoebas, and her search for the truth about post-baby vaginas. Olivia also explains why she froze her eggs, and (jokingly) offers to be Anna's surrogate. But don't worry, guys, there plenty of football talk too, as one might expect from the girlfriend of NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers. Anna and Olivia even role-play a conversation about football between Chris Pratt and Anna - with Anna playing Chris! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you listen to the awesomeness that was Part 1 yet? If not, go back and listen...you won't be disappointed. We go to the phones for Part 2 where Anna, Sim, Chris Evans, and Jenny Slate are joined by Chris Pratt! The gang tackle three calls: Cait is hurt that her male best friend is marrying his girlfriend and this girlfriend disapproves of their platonic friendship, Ashley doesn't want to be the cause of a broken engagement and finally a woman is about to embark on a three-year adventure driving around the world with her husband in a 50 square foot camper...she's concerned about spending TOO much time alone together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready for the ultimate Unqualified double-whammy! Captain America himself, Chris Evans, and Jenny Slate (Obvious Child, Parks and Rec) join Anna and Sim for a night of hilarious antics and unforgettable banter. This special two-part episode doubles down on everything you love—two sets of male/female BFFs, two brilliant comedic actresses, and even two superheroes named Chris! In Part 1, Anna, Sim, Jenny, and Chris Evans talk candidly about making friends in Hollywood, personal grooming habits, and the pressure to look great in the digital age. Plus, Chris and Anna improvise an absurd traffic stop, Jenny discloses who her (unconventional) celebrity crush is, and the crew re-casts “Three Men and a Baby” with Captain America, Star-Lord and Iron Man. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have a special two-part episode for everyone today. For part one, Anna is joined by her amazing parents, Jack and Karen Faris! Listen in, as they share the hilarious and poignant story of their storybook romance...a romance that's lasted over 48 years! For the second part, Anna and Sim are joined by the popular podcast host, Alison Rosen (Alison Rosen is Your New Best Friend). Anna, Alison, and Sim discuss the liberating feeling of having a podcast, "going out" in Los Angeles and Anna's love for Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino! Finally, the trio help a female caller decide if it's time to give her longtime boyfriend the ultimatum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Supergirl herself, Melissa Benoist joins us on one of our most entertaining episodes to date! Anna, Melissa and Sim a wide variety of topics including Melissa’s first kiss, disdain for the term “preggers” and the brilliance that is THE NEVERENDING STORY. We also introduce a new segment called “Thank You For Bringing Something Weird…What Is It?” You will not believe the value of one of the items! Needless to say, Melissa left the house a VERY surprised and VERY happy woman. Plus a female caller’s roommate is dating her ex-boyfriend’s identical twin brother – and she can’t move on because she sees her ex’s clone every day at the apartment! This call leads to Anna and Sim's first on-air argument about...of all things, “twin fantasies.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The dazzling Jenna Dewan Tatum (Step up, Supergirl) stops by Anna’s house in this lively episode! Jenna shares her favorite show to binge-watch and how she fights off assailants in her dreams. Anna, Jenna, and Sim also dish about Channing Tatum and Chris Pratt’s bromance, getting recognized at the grocery store and Anna’s brilliant performance in Just Friends. Jenna also teaches Anna a few dance moves—with stripper shoes on! (Check out the video on our Facebook and Twitter!) The gang then gives unqualified advice to a woman with concerns about dating “casually,” and tries to help a bride-to-be decide whether her passion for cats is a relationship deal-breaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Missi Pyle (The Artist, Gone Girl) and Zach Selwyn (America's Secret Slang) join Anna and Sim for an "Unqualified" episode unlike any other. Join in as the gang plays a hilarious new guessing game called "Fake or Florida." They also discuss dating multiple people with the same first name and the pros and cons of telling a romantic partner about being hit on by someone else. Zach also spills about what happened when he and his wife spent a week on Tinder as an experiment. (Spoiler alert: it almost ruined their marriage!) Anna, Zach, Missi, and Sim also talk to a listener whose husband refuses to help her with the kids and household chores. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ellen Page is every bit as brilliant and cool as you've heard. The Oscar-nominated actress hangs out with Anna and Sim in this week's episode, discussing Ellen's experience eating dog food, Anna's knowledge of Canadian provinces, and why it's Anna's dream to become a flight attendant. Ellen also talks about her new docu-series, Gaycation, which literally moved Anna to tears. And you won't want to miss this week's calls! First, the gang offers unqualified advice to a woman who still has intense feelings for her first love...with whom she happens to work...even though she's engaged to another man and just had a child with him! They also help a male caller decide whether to bring a date to a wedding where he'll see his longtime crush with her new boyfriend! And you won't want to miss what Anna blurted out at a McDonald's outing with Chris! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode of “Unqualified,” the gang welcomes a long-time friend: Lisa Kudrow! Listen in as Anna and Lisa reminisce about Anna’s guest-starring role on the final season of Friends. Then, in the most off-the-wall “Rapid Fire” series yet, Anna and Lisa deliberate about whether an Emmy or a SAG Award trophy is the deadlier weapon. Anna, Sim, and Lisa also talk to a woman who wants to know whether she should remain friends with a man for whom she has feelings, or whether it is time to move on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emmy-winning actress Jaime Pressly brings her Southern charm and wit to this week's episode of "Unqualified." Tune in for some serious girl talk as Anna and Jaime dish about the pros and cons of dating rich men, "mom guilt," and how men and women act differently in relationships. Plus, Anna, Sim, and Jaime give unqualified advice to a woman who feels the men she dates are terrified by her age - of 33! Anna and Sim also check back in with Thomas from Edmonton (a caller from the Aubrey Plaza episode) who fell really hard for a visiting Australian woman with a boyfriend back home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam Carolla brings his signature style (and signature cocktail!) to "Unqualified" this week. Blunt, unapologetic, and always entertaining, Adam proves why he's been captivating audiences for fifteen years. Listen in as Adam and Anna spar over men's dating preferences, and discuss secrets for self-confidence. Adam also shares a hilarious story about the funniest prank ever pulled on him. Later, he brings his Love Line skills to bear when he, Anna, and Sim talk to Unqualified listeners, including a woman whose husband has an unconventional sexual request, and a girl who wonders how to tell a former fling that she is moving to his city. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anna’s long-time friend Lance Bass joins her and Sim in this earnest and entertaining episode of “Unqualified.” Among other hilarious moments, Lance and Anna discuss Washington's thriving topless coffee-hut scene, assumptions made about Southerners, Lance’s early days as a boy-bander, and who he would cast to play him in the movie version of his life. The conversation also takes a more serious turn when Lance shares his struggles in coming out to his family and friends (including his band-mates in *NSYNC!). The gang gives plenty of unqualified advice too, this time to a woman who may or may not be in love with her platonic best friend, and a gay man whose straight college buddies are pressuring him to stay in the closet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Anna is joined by Ike Barinholtz, the hilarious, scene-stealing star of “The Mindy Project,” “Sisters,” “Neighbors” and more. Listen in as Ike and Anna compare 80’s crushes, discuss magicians’ sexual prowess (or lack thereof), and role-play awkward date scenarios. Ike also shares his most embarrassing date moment: the night he met his now-wife’s parents! Later, the gang tries to help a female listener cope with her fiance's declining sex drive. And be sure to stay tuned until the end of the call, when Ike asks his own question – and gets a very unexpected answer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Rapaport is not only an incredibly talented and respected actor...he's also adorably insane! Listen in as Anna and Michael go "toe-to toe" in their first meeting and discuss how Wikipedia pages can negatively affect lives, why women who know how to dive into swimming pools are sexier and how reality TV is similar to the UFC. In a hilarious exchange, Anna also refuses to let Michael live down the STD he may or may not have contracted back in high school! You'll also hear them role-play a bar "pick-up" scene and share a crazy story about a woman Michael dated who slept with two very high profile athletes from the same team. (You'll have to listen to find out who!) The gang also helps callers dealing with threesome etiquette and "bro-code." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode of "Unqualified," Anna welcomes one of the most unique comedic talents in Hollywood: the one and only Aubrey Plaza! Listen as they discuss Andy and April's relationship from "Parks and Rec," and Aubrey's audition for "Star Wars." Among other hilarious moments, Anna and Aubrey consider their preferred murder weapons and why mens' balls smell like stale cheerios. The gang also calls two of their movie-star friends for an uncensored conversation that's sure to have the internet buzzing! (Hint: they're co-stars in an upcoming movie.) Later, Anna, Sim and Aubrey offer unqualified advice to a woman having trouble navigating shared friends post-breakup, and try to help a man hopelessly in love with a woman who's about to go back home to Australia...where she has a boyfriend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Krumholtz (Numb3rs, The Santa Clause, and countless other movies/TV shows) joins Anna and co-host/producer Sim Sarna in this side-splittingly funny episode. An unexpected internet outage means there aren’t any listener calls in this episode, but David more than makes up for it with his hilarious insights into the male mind. He recounts how he began to date his now-wife on the heels of a tough breakup when he was just 25 years old and purposefully NOT looking for love. Anna and David also share their views on older men dating much younger women. Plus, the gang plays a hysterical—and raunchy—round of "Would You Rather." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of our loyal "Unqualified" listeners! We have a special treat for you today: "Anna Faris is Unqualified" theme song performer/writer Josh Ostrander (@MondoCozmo) and his wife Aria Pullman Ostrander(@ariapullman) join Anna and cohost/producer Sim Sarna to belt out some of Anna's favorite Christmas songs...including a hilarious version Blue Christmas featuring the lyrical freestyle stylings of Anna as Elvis Presley! And this episode is not all music; hijinks and special surprises abound in this lean 20-minute bonus episode. Thank you all so much for making "Unqualified" among the most listened-to podcasts. We're beyond humbled. Now crank up the volume on your phone, computer, bluetooth speaker or car and sing along! Credits: Technical Producer: Mike Flinn @realmikeflinn Social Media and Co-producer: Alycia Lancey @alycialancey Theme song by: Mondo Cozmo @mondocozmo Website by: Will Plyer Twitter: @unqualified IG: @unqualified Follow Anna at @annakfaris Facebook.com/annafarisisunqualified Submit your questions: www.annafarisisunqualified.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The "World Champion" is in the building! On another uproarious episode of "Unqualified," Anna and producer/co-host Sim Sarna welcome comedian and "30 Rock" star Judah Friedlander! The trio compare dating in Los Angeles with dating in New York, and Judah explains why he prefers foreign porn to American porn. Anna and Judah also discuss marketing a "reverse Viagra" pill that women could “prescribe” to men who cheat! They also give (unqualified) advice to a male caller about how to rebound from his terrible ex-girlfriend and reenter the dating world with confidence, and talk to a female listener who can't stand the fact that her best friend keeps getting back together with her cheating boyfriend! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anna and producer/co-host Sim Sarna welcome the one and only Rosie O'Donnell! Join Anna and Rosie for a hilarious discussion about their awkward celebrity encounters, kissing Allison Janney, and how Rosie became close friends with Madonna at the height of her fame when the two filmed “A League of Their Own.” Then, in a surprise twist, Rosie takes a call from the supremely talented Aubrey Plaza (Parks and Rec). Aubrey shares how Rosie’s biography gave her the courage to become a Hollywood actress, and ultimately changed her life forever. Anna and Rosie also help a female liberal arts student with her issues dating “soft boys,” and talk to a young man who wonders if it’s okay to be a “prude” despite societal pressures to the contrary in the gay community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anna is barely able to contain themselves with laughter thanks to guests T.J. & his wife k8. Listen as T.J. Miller, (the reigning Critics Choice Award winner for his role as Erlich Bachman on HBO’s hit show Silicon Valley) & his wife/muse k8 (artist RosePetalPistol), open up about their relationship, and share crazy stories along the way. Anna, T.J. and k8 also give callers hilarious—and definitely unqualified—advice about public sex, dating musicians, and holding on to grudges. There’s a reason why T.J. Miller is widely considered one of the great comedic minds of this generation and we are the company he keeps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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