Stephanie Miller's Happy Hour Podcast

We're all Clay-mates now after talking to the one and only Clay Aiken. We discuss his evolving view on Donald Trump, his time on the Celebrity Apprentice, his past run for a representative seat in North Carolina, and how we can engage with those we don't fully agree with. An excellent discussion!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steve Schmidt's been a Republican strategist for a long time, but he's speaking out loudly again Donald Trump (and for Joe Biden) because he sees the damage Trump is doing to our Union. We discuss that and how well former Republicans are at fighting back against Trump.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We sit down with comedian Noel Casler for a fascinating discussion about his experience working on the Apprentice for six seasons. He tells us about what he saw up-close from the current "President" and his kids: the crudeness, the drugs, the racism... and the incontinence. Listen and get motivated to vote this disgusting man OUT in November.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Comedian Wendy Libeman brings the funny and gives us a lesson in dealing with hardship. She's been through multiple car accidents - first being hit by a drunk driver while in her car, then being hit again as a pedestrian. So she doesn't need anyone telling her to stay at home. Hilarious as ever, Wendy is always a delight to talk to!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We sit down (via Skype) for a delightful chat with Mama's new biking partner Debby Boone (singer of "You Light Up My Life"). We bond over the love and contention that comes from having a right-wing parent, get some insight into what it's like to have one of the biggest singles of all time, and hear some fascinating showbiz stories!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We catch up with our friend, comedian Judy Gold to let out a primal scream and ask wtf is going on!? It may be Stephanie’s podcast, but this week IT’S JUDY’S SHOOOOOW!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we've got former federal prosecutor and MSNBC legal analyst Glenn Kirschner. We discuss the gross negligence of the Trump administration's response to the coronavirus and what kind of accountability we can hope for when Trump is voted out of office.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the midst of this pandemic, we turn to one of the best resources we know - Morgan Fairchild (whom I'm dating!). Seriously, she is a science nerd and she's been studying epidemiology her whole life. She tells us what she's seen with this virus and how she tracked and spoke up about the AIDS crisis.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From the morning show, it's our video chats with actor Martin Sheen, who played the fictional president Bartlet on the West Wing, and Rep. Adam Schiff, who could very well be a future president. Mr. Sheen offers words of comfort and hope for these unprecedented times and Rep. Schiff offers words of action, describing what Democrats in the House are doing to help people struggling through this pandemic.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The one and only Rosie O'Donnell joins us via videochat to discuss her history as a critic and a target of Donald Trump, as well as the success of the recent one-night-only return of "The Rosie O'Donnell" show that raised $600,000 for The Actors Fund.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Shelby Lynne's gonna be who she is. We discuss her life and career, how she's evolved as a person, and how we're all protesting these days. A great chat with a great gal!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Live from the Seattle Sexy Liberal show on February 29th!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we remember our friend Chez Pazienza (The Bob and Chez Show) by revisiting the first time we sat down with him in studio. Get to know this insanely smart, funny, complicated man whom we lost way too soon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We welcome Steve Pierson and Mariah Craven from the Swing Left: How We Win podcast to discuss Dem strategy for 2020. We look at why it's critical to support down-ticket candidates, how to help beyond your blue bubble (if that's where you live), and why we need to check and re-check our registration.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We get to know Harry Litman - law professor, political commentator, co-host of the “Talking Feds” podcast, and man of a thousand titles. He gives us his unique perspective from his time in the justice department on the week that four DOJ prosecutors resigned in protest after top department officials stepped in to soften sentencing recommendations on Roger Stone. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Take a deep breath and prepare yourself for all the sexy. We’ve got Frangela, John Fugelsang, and Hal Sparks together in one podcast! We talk about why this tour is so important to so many people – to show that you are not alone. That there are more of us than there are of them. Go to https://sexyliberal.com/tour/ to find out where we’ll be playing near you!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Direct from the University of Southern California, we’ve got Dr. Erroll Southers – expert in transportation security and counterterrorism, judge on the reality show ‘Spy Games’, and friend of our beloved Malcolm Nance. We get a fascinating account of his storied career including his work with the FBI, President Obama, and Arnold Schwarzenegger.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's impeachment week! We're joined by actors Jonathan Del Arco (Star Trek: Picard) and Tara Karsian (American Horror Story: 1984) from the newly launched Hollywood Caucus podcast. We talk impeachment, why actors should be able to use their voice to support what they believe in, and we get the scoop on the highly anticipated new Star Trek series.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We've got singer-songwriter Richard Marx in studio! We discuss his career starting from age 5 when he sang radio jingles his dad wrote up to his latest album "Limitless". We also talk about how he went from apolitical to speaking up for decency after Trump was elected. Follow Richard on Twitter @richardmarx where he is a badass and catch him on his 2020 Limitless tour.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We sit down with Mana's best friend of 40 years, psychologist Dr. Wanda Von Kleist to look at what signs of mental illness Trump has shown - and why it's dangerous. We also discuss why people are drawn to cult-like leaders like Trump and what can be done to get through to them.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We jump back to February 2018 when we talked to one of our favorites, Lesley Ann Warren! (Clue, Victor/Victoria) We look back at her storied career, starting as a ballerina at age 6 up to her work as an activist today.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We celebrate the memory of our dear friend Allee Willis by re-airing or interview with her from Novemeber 2017. This woman was so full of life and joy. You can feel her infectious spirit as we discuss her life and career and sing along to some of her biggest songs like "September" by Earth, Wind, and Fire; "I'll Be There For You" (The Theme from Friends); and "Neutron Dance" by the Pointer Sisters.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A.G. from Mueller, She Wrote and The Daily Beans podcast is back on another historic day. We chat as the House debates before voting to impeach the president and speculate on where things will go beyond impeachment.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Michael Niccole is with us to talk about Mama's upcoming cosmetic Christmas nap. We hear about some of the celebrities he's worked on, his work with his charity, the Magic Mirror foundation, and his cosmetic line CosmetiCare.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Charisma Carpenter from Buffy, Angel, and Veronica Mars joins us as we make impeachment official. She talks about being mistaken for the mean girl she played on Buffy (she's really nice!) and what it was that made her political. A great chat!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You probably just spent Thanksgiving with your family, now spend some time with your Sexy Liberal family. We sit down with John Fugelsang and Dana Goldberg in studio for a short, sweet, and fun Happy Hour!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tim Bagley is that guy. You've seen him in everything. will and Grace, Seinfeld, Knocked Up, and so much more. A Midwestern guy, we talk about our Fox New-watching loved ones. And we discuss his many roles, including his current stint on Grace and Frankie. A great chat!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're joined this week by comedian Pete Dominick, host of the podcast Stand Up! with Pete Dominick.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We've got the one and only Mink Stole with us! The star of every John Waters movie ever recounts how she first met the filmmaker, what it's like moving back to your hometown, and her work in political activism. Do we get raunchy? You betcha.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joel Stein, writer and Steph's neighbor, joins us to discuss his book "In Defense of Elitism: Why I'm Better Than You and You're Better Than Someone Who Didn't Buy This Book". We get insight into the differences he saw between his time at Stephanie's election night and resistance dinner parties and in the county with the highest percentage of Trump voters. We also debate what the democratic strategy should be and what elitism actually is.This episode is brought to you by Casper and Plexederm.Go to tryplexederm.com and use the code SEXYLIBERAL to get 50% off, plus an additional $10 off! Or call 1-800-685-1292 and mention the code SEXYLIBERAL.Visit www.Casper.com/Miller and use the code MILLER to get $100 towards the purchase of select mattresses.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Phillip Sheppard, "The Specialist" from Survivor, joins us to discuss his time on the island and what kind of insight it's given him about our reality show president. We also get his unique perspective as a former government worker who dealt with security clearances for a time. A fascinating talk!This episode is brought to you by Plexederm. Go to tryplexederm.com and use the code SEXYLIBERAL to get 50% off, plus an additional $10 off! Or call 1-800-685-1292 and mention the code SEXYLIBERAL.And check out The Election Ride Home, the 2020 election news podcast, every day at 5pm ET. Who's up? Who's down? What issues are getting traction? 15 minutes and you're up to date. www.ridehome.info/podcast/election-ride-home/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we've got OG SNL alum and comedy legend Laraine Newman in the basement with us! Do you follow her on Twitter @larainenewman? She's hilarious and filthy and mad as hell at this administration and she brings that with her onto our filthy podcast!If you're in the LA area, catch Laraine and Stephanie in "You Can't Make This Shit Up: Readings from the Mueller Report" Monday, October 21st at the Saban Theatre.This episode is brought to you by The Farmers Dog, Butcher Box, and The Election Ride Home Podcast.Start your trial of The Farmer's Dog by going to www.TheFarmersDog.com/Stephanie and save 50% and get free shipping.Go to www.butcherbox.com/sexyliberal or use the code SEXYLIBERAL at checkout to get $20 off their first box AND a free Thanksgiving turkey.And check out The Election Ride Home, the 2020 election news podcast, every day at 5pm ET. Who's up? Who's down? What issues are getting traction? 15 minutes and you're up to date. www.ridehome.info/podcast/election-ride-home/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kirk Acevedo (Oz, The Thin Red Line) joins us in the basement to curse out the orange motherf***er in his trademark raspy Bronx accent. Follow him on twitter @kirkacevedo for more of his brilliant Trump takedowns.This episode is brought to you by Plexederm. Go to tryplexederm.com and use the code SEXYLIBERAL to get 50% off, plus an additional $10 off! Or call 1-800-685-1292 and mention the code SEXYLIBERAL.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're celebrating the 15th anniversary of the Stephanie Miller Show AND the 5th anniversary of the Happy Hour Podcast. We talk to our very first Happy Hour guest Carlos Alazraqui and get a little bit of show history (with some juicy details (wink-wink)).This episode is brought to you by Casper, Pause Well-Aging, and Plexederm.Go to Casper.com/Miller and use the code MILLER for $100 toward the purchase of select mattresses.And go to pausewellaging.com and use the promo code SEXYLIBERAL to get 15% off your entire order!Go to tryplexederm.com and use the code SEXYLIBERAL to get 50% off, plus an additional $10 off! Or call 1-800-685-1292 and mention the code SEXYLIBERAL.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Another week, another comedy legend. This time it's Paula Poundstone! The laughs don't stop as we get into her comedy history, speculate on what will happen to the Trumps once this is all over, and debate who actually discovered her - Robin Williams or the doctor in the delivery room.This episode is brought to you by Plexederm, Butcher Box, and Pause Well-AgingGo to tryplexederm.com and use the code SEXYLIBERAL to get 50% off, plus an additional $10 off! Or call 1-800-685-1292 and mention the code SEXYLIBERAL.Go to butcherbox.com/sexyliberal or use the code SEXYLIBERAL at checkout to get $20 off their first box AND free ground beef for the life of their subscription.And go to pausewellaging.com and use the promo code SEXYLIBERAL to get 15% off your entire order!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We've got a national treasure back in the basement! It's Lily Tomlin! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're talking with Star Trek: The Next Generation and Major Crimes star Jonathan Del Arco. He tells how he got into acting right out of high school and how he began his second career as an activist. Plus we talk so much s--t on the Trump administration. Look for Jonathan on Star Trek: Picard in 2020 where he'll be reprising his beloved roll as Hugh the Borg.This episode is brought to you by Plexederm. Go to tryplexederm.com and use the code SEXYLIBERAL to get 50% off, plus an additional $10 off! Or call 1-800-685-1292 and mention the code SEXYLIBERAL. Try Plexederm and reduce under-eye bags and wrinkles today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Actor and activist Alyssa Milano ("Who's The Boss" "Charmed" "Insatiable") chats about her upcoming meeting with Sen. Ted Cruz, her activism going way back to childhood, and what she's doing to make the world a better place.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With Mama on vacation this week, we're taking a trip back to the first year of the Happy Hour Podcast when we got to meet Sexy Liberal Bob Cesca in person for the first time. And Jim was there, and Chris was there, and a "President" Trump wasn't even on our radar yet... Simpler times.For more Bob Cesca, check out the amazing Bob Cesca Show podcast on the Sexy Liberal network! Go to SexyLiberal.com and BobCesca.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're lounging against the machine with the one and only Richard Cheese (Mark Jonathan Davis). Believe it or not, this is the first time we've actually met in person, despite playing his version of Milkshake so much over the years that it's become Mama's happy place. We get live lounge versions of popular songs, talk politics, and a special announcement from Richard!Go to Richardcheese.com to check out his tour dates and buy his music. He'll be at the Rose Pasadena on August 31st.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Singer-songwriter Justin Utley is with us, and he's got quite a story to tell. He discusses his time in a Utah conversion therapy program and the thinking that goes into these things. There will be tears. And music!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our friend Suil McCullough (Don't Be A Menace, The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling) is back with us in the basement! We hear stories from his recent stand-up tour and why he isn't doing overtly political material. Plus showbiz stories about nearly meeting Obama and surviving 'Terminal Velocity' with Charlie Sheen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're talking movies and politics with Alonso and Dave from the Linoleum Knife podcast. Topics include growing up in the south, seminal gay films, and Faye Dunaway. A great discussion!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We get to know Tom Steyer - the man, the activist, the presidential candidate. We find out all the reasons he is the anti-Trump: a true billionaire who made his money honestly and actually understands economics. We follow up the happy hour with Tom's segment from the morning show. To get the Stephanie Miller Show in your podcast feed daily, go to https://www.stephaniemiller.com/membership-account/membership-levels/ Only $4.95 a month when you buy a year in advance.Visit https://www.tomsteyer.com/ to support Tom. Just a $1 donation will help get him on the debate stage in September.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The hilarious Kristen Johnston (Mom, 3rd Rock From the Sun) isn't drinking and she'll tell you why. She's very upfront and honest about her sobriety, as detailed in her bestselling book, "Guts". We hear a lot of her story here and she explains how she's coping with the Trump presidency without substance abuse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We sit down with the one and only Julie Brown! Not the reporter from the Miami Herald who broke the Jeffrey Epstein story, not Downtown Julie Brown, THE FUNNY ONE! We discuss some of her greatest hits (The Ex-beauty Queen's Got a Gun), how she could get a better table at restaurants (say she's Julie K. Brown from the Miami Herald), and why she can get away with making fun of people (she's so nice).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mama's on vacation this week, so we're going back to 2015 when we sat down with American icon Lily Tomlin!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's the return of OG Sexy Liberal Hal Sparks! (Lab Rats, Queer As Folk) We've got a lot of catching up to do - and some water to pour under the bridge. We recount the early days of the Sexy Liberal tour, give our takes on impeachment, and mull who we like for 2020. Reunited and it feels so good!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Busy Philipps (Freaks and Geeks, Cougar Town, Busy Tonight) joins us in the basement! We discuss her recent testimony before congress, talk about what a turning point 2016 was, and share the experience of having a late night show cancelled. Why not grab a drink and join us?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.