This week, writer/comedian Naomi Ekperigin deep dives into her multifaceted career. Naomi and Kyle discuss her early influences, the evolution of her comedy career, and the impact of the pandemic on her work. She reflects on the challenges of navigating the comedy scene, the role of social media, and her commitment to safety in public spaces. Naomi also delves into her experiences with marriage, pets, and finding hope in difficult times. She also talks about her work on “Broad City,” “Mythic Quest,” “St. Denis Medical,” and her weekly podcast, “Couples Therapy.”

Chapters

• A performer through and through
• Improv journey
• 90’s entertainment and iconic Black television
• The art of standup
• The pandemic’s impact on her work
• Writing for television
• Social media in comedy
• Dog momma
• Her pets have taught her about love and responsibility
• Hope in dark times
• Current tangles
• Rapid fire reflections

This week, Tom Arnold reflects on his extensive career in the entertainment industry, sharing insights about his journey through stand-up comedy, four ex-wives, fatherhood and sobriety. He discusses the evolution of comedy over the decades, his experiences with fame, and the legacy of the groundbreaking show 'Roseanne.' Tom also shares details about his directorial debut, 'The Breakup Pill,' and emphasizes the importance of resilience and humor in navigating life's challenges. Catch Tom on his ‘My Crazy X-Wife’ tour across the country.

Chapters

• Resilience in the entertainment industry
• Stand-up comedy through the decades
• ‘My Crazy X-Wife’ tour
• Life lessons from fatherhood and divorces
• Politics, comedy and Trump
• The ‘Roseanne’ years
• Directorial debut

Kicking off 2026, Candiace Dillard Bassett joins Kyle for a wide-ranging and candid conversation. Candiace discusses her experiences as a new mom, her participation in season four of “The Traitors,” and her upcoming music projects. She also reflects on the challenges of reality TV, the importance of authenticity, and her advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community. We also get tangled in “The Real Housewives of Potomac,” the fifth anniversary of “Deep Space,” and her harrowing postpartum experience.

Chapters

• Returning to reality TV
• “The Traitors” season four
• Friendships in “The Traitors” castle
• Reality TV: authenticity vs. drama
• “Deep Space” anniversary
• New music in the works
• Motherhood and postpartum emergency
• Embracing the LGBTQ+ community
• Reflections on RHOP
• Current tangles