
The Three Questions with Andy Richter
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Ep 262Laurie Kilmartin: Bad Parenting (The Andy Richter Call-In Show)
EComedian Laurie Kilmartin joins The Andy Richter Call-In Show this week to talk BAD PARENTING! In this second episode of Andy’s new weekly SiriusXM radio show, we hear stories from callers about touring crime scenes, mandatory TV auditions, ghostwriting graduation speeches, getting abandoned on the bike trail, and more.Want to call in? Fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER or dial 855-266-2604.This episode previously aired on SiriusXM’s Conan O’Brien Radio (ch. 104). If you’d like to hear these episodes in advance, new episodes premiere exclusively for SiriusXM subscribers on Conan O’Brien Radio and the SiriusXM app every Wednesday at 4pm ET/1pm PT. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 260Colin Mochrie
E"Whose Line Is It Anyway?" star Colin Mochrie joins Andy Richter to discuss turning improv into a career, learning from his daughter, performing comedy under hypnosis, deciding between show business and marine biology, the origins of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?,” why he can’t do a Scottish accent, the fun of playing murderers, and why Tarantino should put Colin and Andy in a buddy action film together!Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM’s Conan O’Brien Radio? Leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 259Andy Daly: Trying and Failing (The Andy Richter Call-In Show)
EComedian Andy Daly joins The Andy Richter Call-In Show this week to talk FAILURE! In this premiere episode of Andy’s new weekly SiriusXM radio show, we hear stories from callers about dental procedure fails, X-rated cakes, skiing mishaps, the languages we never learned, and much more. Want to call in? Fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER or dial 855-266-2604.This episode previously aired on SiriusXM’s Conan O’Brien Radio (ch. 104). If you’d like to hear these episodes in advance, new episodes premiere exclusively for SiriusXM subscribers on Conan O’Brien Radio and the SiriusXM app every Wednesday at 4pm ET/1pm PT. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 258Rachel Maddow Returns
ERachel Maddow is back! The host of “The Rachel Maddow Show” joins Andy Richter to discuss the new season of her hit podcast, “Ultra,” the history of the American fight against fascism, her love for Jason Isbell's music, why she is vocal about her experience with depression, and more!Hey there! Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM’s Conan O’Brien Radio? Leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out our Google Form. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 257Zach Woods
EZach Woods (Silicon Valley, The Office) joins Andy Richter to discuss getting bullied at jazz camp, finding improv comedy in high school, the charm of stop-motion animators, fear of chiropractors, his teenaged rap-battle days with rapper Asher Roth, the value of failure, feeling guilty about pranks, and his new Peacock show, “In the Know.”Hey there! Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM’s Conan O’Brien Radio? Leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out our Google Form. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 256Ted Danson
ETed Danson joins Andy Richter to discuss his legendary television career, his love story with Mary Steenburgen, memories from his childhood in Arizona, laughing at your own false humility, why “Cheers” was so special, working at the Team Coco studio, and his new podcast, “Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson (Sometimes)!”Hey there! Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM’s Conan O’Brien Radio? Leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out our Google Form. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ted Danson & Woody Harrelson Are Reunited!
bonusETed and Woody are back together to bring you a brand new podcast from Team Coco! It’s called "Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson (Sometimes)" and it’s out right now! They’re talking to guests like Conan O’Brien, Will Arnett, Jane Fonda, Billy Eichner, Kristen Bell, and so many more. Head over to "Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson (Sometimes)" to subscribe and listen now! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 255Jennifer Esposito
EActress and filmmaker Jennifer Esposito joins Andy Richter to discuss the "Late Night" bit she was obsessed with, how her upbringing on Staten Island inspired her directorial debut, betting on herself, identifying as a “strange bird,” her Celiac journey, and more on her new film “Fresh Kills." Hey there! Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM’s Conan O’Brien Radio? Leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out our Google Form. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 254Thomas Lennon
EActor and writer Thomas Lennon joins Andy Richter to discuss the highs and lows of life in Chicago, spooky mansions, the agreement between Tom’s theater department and the Undertaker Vice Lords, getting initiated in the Boy Scout secret society, scamming grocery stories, and his role in the new Netflix film, “Unfrosted.” Plus Andy and Tom try to remember if they’ve ever been in a project together. Hey there! Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM’s Conan O’Brien Radio? Leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out this Google Form! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 253Carl Clemons-Hopkins
ECarl Clemons-Hopkins from “Hacks” joins Andy Richter to discuss getting fired from Chick-Fil-A, growing up in the church, how business classes informed their portrayal of Marcus on “Hacks,” working with your friends, and much more.Hey there! Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM’s Conan O’Brien Radio? Leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out this Google Form! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 252Ashley Ray
EComedian, writer, and podcaster Ashley Ray joins Andy Richter to discuss getting paid to watch TV, working at The Onion, her transition from spoken word poetry to stand up comedy, when old reviews come back to haunt you, and much more. Listen to Andy on Ashley's podcast, "TV, I Say."Hey there! Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM’s Conan O’Brien Radio? Leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out this Google Form! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 251Eric Bana
EActor Eric Bana joins Andy Richter to discuss Eric’s early days in comedy, his performance as the Hulk, working with Steven Spielberg on “Munich,” why he loves actors who didn’t study at acting school, his choice to stay in Melbourne, and his new film, “Force of Nature: The Dry 2.”Hey there! Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM’s Conan O’Brien Radio? Leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out this Google Form! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 250Remembering Steve Albini
EIn honor of Steve’s passing, we are re-sharing his conversation with Andy Richter in August 2023. Legendary punk musician, producer, and engineer Steve Albini joined Andy Richter to discuss his love for the city of Chicago, the differences between comedy and music, sticking to your principles, wildfire research, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 249David Krumholtz
EActor David Krumholtz (seen recently in “Oppenheimer” and “Lousy Carter”) joins Andy Richter to discuss toilet renovations, playing bongos in a Grateful Dead cover band, his unbelievable Peter Sarsgaard anecdote, why he had to quit weed, the TV shows that don’t work, the future of the multi-cam sitcom, and his latest film ("Lousy Carter" available on VOD now).Hey there! Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM’s Conan O’Brien Radio? Leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out this Google Form! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 248Greg Behrendt
EComedian and writer Greg Behrendt joins Andy Richter to discuss the 90’s alt-comedy scene, co-writing "He's Just Not That Into You,” the X-rated writer’s room question that led to his consulting job on on “Sex and the City,” his life-changing appearance on “Oprah,” taking his dog’s medication, his battles with addiction and cancer, and his new book on the Everand platform.Hey there! Do you want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM’s Conan O’Brien Radio? Leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out this Google Form! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 247Bobby Lee
EComedian and actor Bobby Lee joins Andy Richter to discuss the family wig shop, laughing through trauma, trying crystal meth around 12 years old, why persistence can be more valuable than talent, bombing so hard you cry, how one amazing AA sponsor led him to comedy, why 2024 has been the best year of his life, dinner with Jamie Lee Curtis in Hungary, and much more.Want to talk to Andy live on SiriusXM’s Conan O’Brien Radio? Leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out this Google Form! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 246Jon Lovett
EComedian and writer Jon Lovett, host of “Pod Save America” and “Lovett or Leave It,” joins Andy Richter to discuss balancing comedy and politics, playing Mario on prom night, writing speeches for President Barack Obama, why Jon believes “Late Night with Conan O’Brien” was inherently progressive, some of Jon and Andy’s favorite dad aphorisms, leaving the White House for Hollywood, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 245Jake Johnson
EActor and podcaster Jake Johnson joins Andy Richter to talk the secret to a good call-in show, the confidence of old men in locker rooms, performing for absolutely no-one, their other names (Mark Weinberger and Andy Swanson), feeling smarter than your teachers in school, laughing at self-serious actors, his path to “New Girl" and "Self Reliance," and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 244Caitlin Reilly
EActress and comedian Caitlin Reilly joins Andy Richter to discuss the L.A. transplants that inspire many of her characters, her complicated relationship with social media, why women are more interesting, why Caitlin thinks she may have helped Andy out at her family’s kids clothing store, her dad’s career in soap operas, growing up as the princess of Hancock Park, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 243Jon Cryer
EActor Jon Cryer joins Andy Richter to discuss his early days in show business, running into each other at the Warner Bros. gym, Jon’s character in “Andy Richter Controls the Universe,” getting dragged into the “first internet sh*t storm,” going to film school boot camp in his thirties, how he ended up playing Lex Luthor, and his new sitcom, “Extended Family.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 242Paget Brewster (Re-Release)
E(Re-released from May 2022) Paget Brewster joins Andy Richter to discuss working on "Andy Richter Controls the Universe" together, not having a plan in showbiz, being a “pilot killer”, working on "Criminal Minds," and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 241Zach Galifianakis (Re-Release)
E(Re-released from February 2021) Comedian and actor Zach Galifianakis joins Andy from his hideout in the woods. The two discuss Zach’s Greek-hillbilly lineage, living in closets in New York and vans in LA, and how parenthood has changed Zach and his comedy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 240Phoebe Bridgers (Re-Release)
E(Re-released from December 2020) Musician Phoebe Bridgers talks with Andy Richter about facing careless criticism, what she likes about the way in which her writing has evolved, and doing press from home for her latest album "Punisher." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Hear Andy Play Benedict Arnold!
bonusECalling all history buffs! “Significant Others” with Liza Powel O’Brien is a scripted history podcast that tells a story you might not know about a person you probably do. Season 2 just launched, and the season premiere explores how Benedict Arnold might never have turned on his country were it not for his wife, Peggy, who influenced his betrayal. And guess who plays Benedict Arnold? This guy! (Andy)Listen to this snippet to whet your appetite, then head on over to “Significant Others” to hear the rest. This season you’ll also learn how Amelia Earhart would neither have found fame nor, possibly, disappeared over the Pacific, had it not been for her husband, George Putnam. Plus: who is really to blame for Friedrich Nietzsche’s connection to Nazism. Listen and subscribe to “Significant Others” wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 239Jack Black (Re-Release)
E(Re-Released from July 2022)Jack Black joins Andy Richter to discuss growing up in LA, putting on shows as a kid, the start of Tenacious D, and his approach to parenting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 238Steve-O (Re-Release)
E(Re-Released from March 2022) “Jackass” star Steve-O joins Andy Richter to talk about doing “Jackass” stunts in his 40s, his international childhood, finding stand-up comedy, his surprising foray into manufacturing, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 237Jennette McCurdy (Re-Release)
E(Re-released from August 2022) Jennette McCurdy joins Andy Richter to talk about being a child actor, growing up with an abusive mother, and her new book “I’m Glad My Mom Died." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 236Nasim Pedrad
ENasim Pedrad joins Andy Richter to discuss playing a teenage boy in her show "Chad," her path to "Saturday Night Live," turning her real-life father into a television star, the genius and decency of Tina Fey, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 235Moshe Kasher
EComedian and writer Moshe Kasher joins Andy Richter to discuss the chance encounters that changed his life, his pitch for vaccine vapes, Alcoholics Anonymous as a subculture, the transcendental power of rave music, and his new book, "Subculture Vulture: A Memoir in Six Scenes."Find the dates for Moshe's book tour here:https://linktr.ee/moshekasher Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 234Molly Ringwald
EMolly Ringwald joins Andy Richter to discuss her swift rise to fame as a teenager, why she moved to Paris in the 1990s, a missed opportunity with the legendary Toni Morrison, her new show, "Feud: Capote vs. The Swans," and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 233Jason Isbell Returns
EJason Isbell is back! The musician (and now actor!) returns to “The Three Questions” to discuss “Killers of the Flower Moon,” how a crew member’s flatulence further proved the genius of Leonardo DiCaprio, loving his day job, and why he’s glad he didn’t get famous in his twenties. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 232Adam Pally
EAdam Pally joins Andy Richter to discuss why his comedy travel show, “101 Places to Party Before You Die,” feels like improv camp, how to get out of indoor skydiving, the toughest member of the “Happy Endings” cast, the story behind his hilarious “CONAN” appearances, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 231Craig Robinson
ECraig Robinson joins Andy Richter to discuss working on "The Office," his many collaborations with Seth Rogen, his impressive music education, the latest season of his TV show, "Killing It," and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 230Fortune Feimster
EComedian Fortune Feimster joins Andy Richter to discuss living up to her name, getting stage fright on “CONAN,” working with Arnold Schwarzenegger, her path to “Chelsea Lately,” trying to stay healthy on tour, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 229Lynda Carter
E“Wonder Woman” herself, Lynda Carter, joins Andy Richter to discuss playing the iconic superhero, touring the country at seventeen, parachuting in a pants suit, her new single, “Rise Up,” and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 228Lisa Gilroy
EActress and comedian Lisa Gilroy joins Andy Richter to discuss working with (Andy’s TV sister) Amy Poehler, being too old for TikTok dances, Canadian references that don't translate in the States, turning gold into turds, doing comedy until you die, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 227Dave Hill
EComedian and writer Dave Hill joins Andy Richter to discuss his experience playing hockey in Kenya, out-shredding John Mayer on TikTok, the power of delusional confidence, and his new book, “The Awesome Game: One Man's Incredible, Globe-Crushing Hockey Odyssey.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 226Laurie Kilmartin Returns
EComedian and former “CONAN” writer Laurie Kilmartin joins Andy Richter to discuss her path to CONAN, the true purpose of the late night monologue, tweeting through tragedy, her upcoming comedy special, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 225Joe Pera
EJoe Pera joins Andy Richter to discuss his new comedy special, “Slow & Steady,” the jokes that don’t fit into his set, why he loves casting non-performers, his future as a filmmaker, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 224José Andrés
EChef and humanitarian José Andrés joins Andy Richter to discuss his new graphic novel, “Feeding Dangerously,” the one time he had to use the Heimlich maneuver at an NBA game, choosing between acting school and cooking school, bringing Spanish food to Disney World, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 223Isaac Mizrahi
EFashion designer, actor, and podcast host Isaac Mizrahi joins Andy Richter to discuss Isaac's new collaboration with Selma Blair, starting a fashion label as a teenager, Meryl Streep’s airplane disappearing act, and his podcast, “Hello Isaac.”Check out Isaac's podcast, "Hello Isaac." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 222Todd Barry
EComedian Todd Barry joins Andy Richter to discuss the rise of crowd work, his first appearance on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, his early passion for drumming, and his new comedy special, “Todd Barry: Domestic Shorthair.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 221Gary Gulman
EComedian Gary Gulman joins Andy Richter to discuss his college football experience, living with depression, the genius of Chris Elliott, and his new book, “Misfit: Growing Up Awkward in the '80s.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 220Rachel Maddow
ERachel Maddow joins Andy Richter to discuss her MSNBC show's switch to a weekly format, the importance of anti-corruption laws, her love of ice-fishing, and her new book, “Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 219James Ellroy
ELegendary author James Ellroy joins Andy Richter to discuss his “smog-bound fatherland” of Los Angeles, the tragic loss of his mother, his writing process, and his new novel, The Enchanters! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 218Edi Patterson
EEdi Patterson (HBO’s The Righteous Gemstones) joins Andy Richter to discuss improv comedy, growing up in Texas, the great Danny McBride, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 217Josh Gad
EJosh Gad joins Andy Richter to discuss his new Broadway show, "Gutenburg! The Musical!," fatherhood, the next phase of his career, anxiety, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 216Jonathan Van Ness
EJonathan Van Ness joins Andy Richter to discuss his path to Queer Eye, their shared Illinois heritage, sustainable haircare, TV stars vs. movie stars, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 215Steve Albini
ELegendary punk musician, producer, and engineer Steve Albini joins Andy Richter to discuss his love for the city of Chicago, the differences between comedy and music, sticking to your principles, wildfire research, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 214Tommy Blacha
ETommy Blacha (Adult Swim, Late Night) joins Andy Richter to discuss his time as Andy's roommate in Chicago, working in the Late Night writer’s room, watching Andy get fake-murdered by John Wayne Gacy on television, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.