Broadway star and powerhouse vocalist Idina Menzel joins Kevin on the podcast this week. The two discuss the downside of green stage makeup, their shared goal of raising good humans, and Idina’s dream of amplifying the power of every young woman and gender-expansive youth through her organization, A BroaderWay Foundation. Executive Director Torya Beard joins the conversation to share the impact the organization is having and their dreams for the future.  *Note: this interview was recorded...

Broad City is BACK! Just kidding - but this weeks episode sees Ilana Glazer and Kevin dive deep into the delicacies of working with your best friend, the unexpected challenges that come with making a cultural hit and fighting for the future of democracy with Glazers organization Generator Collective. They are joined by her co-founder, Glennis Meagher to discuss how they are lowering the barrier to entry for Gen-Z and Millennials to engage in civic discourse.  *Note: this interview was...

In this feel-good episode, comedian and New York Times best-selling author Phoebe Robinson chats with Kevin as they delve into podcasting hierarchies, the less glamorous aspects of touring, and how Phoebe's upbringing shaped her advocacy and activism. They are joined by Jennifer Lotito - President and COO of (RED) who shines a light on the (RED)ucator initiative and the ongoing battle to end AIDS. *Note: this interview was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike took effect. To learn more and...

This week, Kevin sits down in studio with Alyssa Milano. She talks about the beginning of her acting career on "Who's The Boss?", fame at a young age, her life-changing friendship with Ryan White and her activism in HIV awareness in the 1980s. She then shares her connection to Dawwie, a UNICEF supported Girls’ Empowerment Initiative in Egypt, that is educating young women and amplifying their voices. They are joined by Dina Heikel, a Social and Behavioral Change Officer currently working with...

Jewel joins Kevin this week and they chat about 5 hour sets, how one of her biggest hits was the first song she ever wrote, and why Jewel believes that helping the "whole child" is what will put an end to 'Misery Systems'. They are joined by Ryan Wolfington, the founder of Inspiring Children Foundation and President of Jewel Inc. who discusses how Inspiring Children is supporting physical and mental health, wellness, and job skills for young people in Las Vegas. *Note: this interview was...

Alex Daddario and Kevin chat about prep school etiquette, White Lotus' massive success and how young people are facing mental health challenges at an all-time high. Dr. Ariana Hoet from "On Our Sleeves" joins the show to discuss how her organization is leading the charge in children's mental health.  *Note: this interview was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike took effect. To learn more and get involved with On Our Sleeves, head to OnOurSleeves.org. To support more initiatives like this...

Stand-up comedian and Actor Ron Funches and Kevin catch up since their last hang out involving Costume Karaoke 6 years ago. Ron talks about how he doesn't shy away from the humor that comes with having an autistic son and growing up as a performer. Special guest, Sinead Chilton from School on Wheels joins them to address unhoused children living in poverty in Los Angeles and beyond and shares what this organization of mainly volunteers is doing to combat it.  *Note: this interview was...

Country music star Thomas Rhett and Kevin revel in their mutual love of Nashville in this week's episode. Thomas Rhett shares what it was like growing up with a famous dad, the challenges of being on the road with little ones and gets nostalgic when he talks about the first time he laid eyes on his eldest daughter. The guys are joined by Suzanne Mayernick from Love One International, an organization that provides life-saving medical care for children in Uganda.  To learn more and get...

This week Matthew McConaughey joins Kevin as they discuss the movies they (haven't) been in together, LA as a concept and the importance of family. They are joined by guest Leon Clayborne of the Just Keep Livin' Foundation to explore the ethos of Matthews non-profit and the power of giving kids a solid start. *Note: this interview was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike took effect. To learn more and get involved with Just Keep Living Foundation, head to jklivinfoundation.org/. To support...

On September 16, 2022 Mahsa Amini was killed by "morality" police in Iran for not wearing her hijab correctly, as determined by Iranian code. Since then a social uprising has taken over the country with a single cry: Woman. Life. Freedom. Nazanin Boniadi and Roya Piraei join Kevin to speak about what has been lost, the power of women and the ongoing revolution in Iran. *Note: this interview was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike took effect. To join their efforts to recognize gender...

Mark Ruffalo and Kevin reminisce about the old days of acting, being political (or not) and the power of climate justice in this week's episode. Special guest Gloria Walton, president and CEO of The Solutions Project, joins them to discuss the importance of a holistic approach and the sacrifice of "most impacted" communities. *Note: this interview was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike took effect. To learn more and get involved with The Solutions Project, head to...

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