Best Josh Rapp Podcasts (2025)

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Emma Stone | Trump Rants About Catapults, Calls Schumer Criticism "Almost Treasonous": A Closer Look 21:32

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Seth takes a closer look at Trump calling criticism of his trip to Asia "almost treasonous" and threatening to send active duty military into U.S. cities. Then, Emma Stone talks about shaving her head for Bugonia while her co-star Jesse Plemons got extensions to make his hair longer, how Jennifer Aniston's role in Friends inspired a moment in the f…

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Episode 380 - John-Andrew Morrison 47:50

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JOHN-ANDREW MORRISON -Tony Award Nomination, Lucille Lortel Award, and OBIE for A Strange Loop. Currently stars on Broadway in Oh, Mary. Off Broadway: Blues for an Alabama Sky (KEEN Company, Outer Critics Circle Honoree), The Blacks - A Clown Show, Caligula and Malvolio (Classical Theater of Harlem), Medea of the Laundromat (La MaMa and Lucille Lor…

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Judd Apatow | Trump Dances in Malaysia and Gets a Crown in South Korea Amid Shutdown Pain at Home: A Closer Look 25:27

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Seth takes a closer look at Donald Trump having the time of his life on an official trip to Asia while everyone back at home is super pissed at him about the government shutdown. Then, Judd Apatow talks about scanning through 400,000 photos for his visual memoir Comedy Nerd, shares a story about the time he destroyed his childhood acting career aft…

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HTDE: Motivation, Secret Messages, and Stealing Your Thunder 18:08

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This week: Filmmaker Alice Wu shares a clever trick to help you finally finish that thing you’ve been working on, why teenagers are taking over the comments sections of old podcast episodes, and the origins of the phrase “steal your thunder”. Plus we continue in our quest to be your out of office emergency contact. You can email your burning questi…

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Ethan Hawke | Trump Says He'd "Love To" Run for Unconstitutional Third Term as Polls Hit "New Lows": A Closer Look 25:41

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Seth takes a closer look at Donald Trump trolling the media by refusing to rule out running for an illegal third term, which he can't do because it's against the Constitution. Then, Ethan Hawke talks about his terrifying role as The Grabber in Black Phone 2 and sharing the story of Rodgers and Hart in the movie Blue Moon before running some lines f…

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Episode 479 - Bess Wohl 42:51

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Bess Wohl is a playwright and filmmaker whose plays have been produced on and off Broadway, regionally, and internationally. Bess's plays include LIBERATION, GRAND HORIZONS (Broadway, Tony Nomination), CAMP SIEGFRIED, MAKE BELIEVE, CONTINUITY, SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS, AMERICAN HERO, TOUCHED, IN, CATS TALK BACK and the musical PRETTY FILTHY. Her plays ha…

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WWDTM: Ally the Piper 47:08

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This week, bagpipe superstar Ally the Piper joins panelists Hari Kondabolu, Faith Salie, and Alex Edelman Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Leslie Jones | Officials Urge Trump to Stop White House Demolition Amid Shocking Ballroom Project: A Closer Look 25:46

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Seth takes a closer look at Trump demolishing the White House to build himself a ballroom instead of delivering on the biggest promise of his campaign of making life more affordable. Then, Leslie Jones talks about trying not to break during "Black Jeopardy" with Tracy Morgan and Eddie Murphy for SNL50: The Anniversary Special, the meaning behind he…

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Larry David | Trump's Shocking White House Demolition & DOJ Payout; GOP Insists He's "Not a King": A Closer Look 26:00

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Seth takes a closer look at Trump demolishing the East Wing of the White House to build his new ballroom and him demanding that the Justice Department pay him $230 million to make up for their federal investigations against him. Then, Larry David talks about his daughter Cazzie David doing an impression of him during her Late Night interview, his m…

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Jesse Plemons | Massive "No Kings" Protests Defy Trump; Trump Threatens to Use Insurrection Act: A Closer Look 24:55

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Seth takes a closer look at Trump threatening to use the military in response to millions of Americans taking part in a historic show of "No Kings" protests across the country. Then, Jesse Plemons talks about his grandmother having a shrine of him in her antique store, him and Kirsten Dunst's kids being unimpressed with their Like Mike and Spider-M…

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A Closer Look Back: Behind the Scenes with Our ACL Graphics Team 33:04

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In an all-new episode of Late Night’s podcast “A Closer Look Back,” A Closer Look Supervising Writer/Producer Sal Gentile and Supervising Producer Emily Erotas are joined by Supervising Producers Melanie Wohr and Lauren Unkel, who discuss the process of creating graphics for A Closer Look segments. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an…

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Episode 478 - Jenn Harris 41:38

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Jenn Harris is an award-winning writer, director, actor, and producer. She is currently starring in Oh, Mary! on Broadway. Jenn originated the role of Clarice Starling in Silence! The Musical, won a Lortel and Theatre World award for her performance in Modern Orthodox, and was in the revival of All In The Timing. Film & TV credits: American Fiction…

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Corrections: The Podcast - Volume XCIX (Episode 152) 9:44

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Recorded every Thursday after the audience has left Studio 8G, and witnessed only by scattered members of the Late Night staff and crew… This is Corrections: The Podcast. 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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WWDTM: Anna Kendrick, Jeff Gordon, and more! 46:52

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This week, we nurse our sunburns while revisiting some of our favorite moments from this year Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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HTDE: Earthquakes, Dentists, and How To Talk To Your Dog 27:20

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On today’s episode: a bold new way to help out when an earthquake hits, and Mike and Ian help out a listener with the help of a friendly dentist and a dog named Stella. Plus, our continuing commitment to be your Out of Office emergency contact turns into a surprise birthday celebration. You can email your burning questions to [email protected]. How To …

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Episode 477 - Adam Gopnik 50:35

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Award-winning, best-selling author Adam Gopnik has been a writer for The New Yorker since 1986 – covering fiction, humor, criticism, art, book reviews, personal essays, profiles, and reported pieces from abroad. He has written nine books, ranging from essay collections about Paris and food, to children’s novels, as well as several musicals and thea…

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WWDTM: Taimane 47:01

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This week, we're live in Honolulu with panelists Joyelle Nicole Johnson, Peter Grosz, and Paula Poundstone. Plus, special guest Taimane! Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Corrections: The Podcast - Volume XCVIII (Episode 151) 7:20

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Recorded every Thursday after the audience has left Studio 8G, and witnessed only by scattered members of the Late Night staff and crew… This is Corrections: The Podcast. 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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Ryan Reynolds | Trump Blanks on Habeas Corpus; Pritzker Hits Back After Trump's Jail Threat: A Closer Look 26:55

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Seth takes a closer look at Trump thinking "habeas corpus" is the name of a person and Trump's threat to arrest Illinois Governor JB Pritzker. Then, Ryan Reynolds talks about the time he crossed paths with Johnny Carson and Johnny Cash in the same week, struggling with the heat while receiving the Order of Canada Honor and his work on the John Cand…

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Taylor Swift | Trump Shutdown Causes Flight Delays & Travel Chaos; Bernie Responds to Trump's Barbs: A Closer Look 39:24

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Seth takes a closer look at how the government shutdown is causing chaos at airports due to staffing shortages, and at Bernie Sanders' reaction to Trump's attacks. Then, Taylor Swift talks about her album The Life of a Showgirl, how her dancers learned the choreography for the "The Fate of Ophelia" music video without listening to the song and her …

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Kirsten Dunst | Trump-Appointed Judge Rejects Trump in Portland; Trump Flip-Flops on Shutdown Layoffs: A Closer Look 23:45

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Late Night Lit: Seth Reiss 38:21

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In the latest edition of Late Night Lit, Late Night Supervising Producer Sarah Jenks-Daly talks to Late Night Supervising Writer and screenwriter of A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, Seth Reiss. Plus, Seth's mom, Hilary Meyers, recommends two books for your enjoyment, and Late Night staffers Carsen Smith, Matt Reimann and Melanie Wohr share what they'v…

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Episode 476 - Josh Hamilton 1:10:12

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Josh Hamilton has worked as an actor since he was a teenager in NYC. On stage, he’s been in the original productions of Kenneth Lonergan’s This is Our Youth, The Waverly Gallery and The Medieval Play, on Broadway in Proof, The Real Thing, The Coast of Utopia and Dead Accounts. Off-Broadway includes Annie Baker’s The Antipodes, Jonathan Marc Sherman…

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Corrections: The Podcast - Volume XCVII (Episode 150) 11:12

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Recorded every Thursday after the audience has left Studio 8G, and witnessed only by scattered members of the Late Night staff and crew… This is Corrections: The Podcast. 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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WWDTM: Becca Mann 46:48

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This week, special guest Becca Mann joins guest host Negin Farsad and panelists Shantira Jackson, Hari Kondabolu, and Adam Felber Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Ayo Edebiri | Mike Johnson Confronted by Dems Over "Unwell" Trump; Trump Lied About Project 2025: A Closer Look 22:23

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Seth takes a closer look at Democratic Congresswoman Madeleine Dean confronting House Speaker Mike Johnson about Trump’s "unhinged" behavior, and Republicans bragging about using the shutdown to slash government agencies. Plus, Ayo Edebiri talks about how she might be Boston sports teams' good luck charm, her and Luca Guadagnino bonding over M. Nig…

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Reneé Rapp | Trump Contradicts Himself on Shutdown Blame, Declares "War" on U.S. Cities: A Closer Look 26:35

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Seth takes a closer look at who's to blame for the government shutdown and Trump’s speech to military leaders threatening “war” on American cities. Then, Reneé Rapp talks about playing a sold out show at Madison Square Garden, how her dad inspired the title of her album Bite Me and her fans calling out her posting to the same song again. See Privac…

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HTDE: AI, War, and Exercise, with Arnold Schwarzenegger 27:07

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On today’s episode, how to get rid of Google’s AI summaries, and we help a listener who wants to exercise in her car during a long commute–with an assist from a very overqualified exerciser and a very overqualified driver. Plus we talk about a possible connection between pizza and war with The Washington Post’s Tim Carman. You can check out Tim’s p…

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Lionel Richie | Trump Posts AI "Med Bed" Conspiracy Video, Threatens to Send Troops to Portland: A Closer Look 24:55

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Seth takes a closer look at the president posting an AI video of himself and threatening to send troops to yet another American city. Then, Lionel Richie talks about how emotional it was to relive stories from his life while writing his book Truly, opening for The Jackson 5 and what it was like getting a bunch of legendary musicians together to cre…

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Episode 475 - A Man With Sole: The Impact of Kenneth Cole 39:19

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Kenneth Cole is an American designer and social activist who believes that business and philanthropy are interdependent. His company, Kenneth Cole Productions, creates modern footwear, clothing, and accessories that are distributed worldwide. Kenneth’s commitment to public health initiatives goes back decades. He has been one of the leading and lou…

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Corrections: The Podcast - Volume XCVI (Episode 149) 12:33

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Recorded every Thursday after the audience has left Studio 8G, and witnessed only by scattered members of the Late Night staff and crew… This is Corrections: The Podcast. 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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WWDTM: Cynthia Nixon 47:12

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This week, special guest Cynthia Nixon joins panelists Negin Farsad, KC Shornima, and Adam Burke Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Timothy Olyphant | Trump Demands Arrests for U.N. "Sabotage” Amid MAGA Escalator Conspiracy: A Closer Look 28:15

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Seth takes a closer look at MAGA Republicans and Fox News hosts speculating that there was a nefarious conspiracy to stop Trump's escalator at the United Nations. Then, Timothy Olyphant gives Seth an introduction for himself that he wrote, talks about the painful process of bleaching his eyebrows for Alien: Earth and being an art major in college. …

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Ken Jeong | Trump Riffs at U.N. After Teleprompter Snafu; Fox Claims Escalator "Sabotage": A Closer Look 26:24

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Seth takes a closer look at Trump's rambling speech at the United Nations and his White House's claim that U.N. staffers sabotaged the escalator. Then, Ken Jeong talks about the contestants of 99 to Beat not knowing that the prize money was $1 million, working on KPop Demon Hunters and Joel McHale being the nicest person he's ever met. See Privacy …

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Jake Tapper | Kimmel Set to Return Amid Backlash to Trump's Censorship Push; Trump Criticizes Bondi: A Closer Look 26:21

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Seth takes a closer look at Trump directing his attorney general, Pam Bondi, to prosecute his political opponents, as well as his push to silence TV networks by threatening to revoke their broadcast licenses. Then, Jake Tapper talks about how Jimmy Kimmel's show being suspended is blatant government censorship, what this means moving forward and hi…

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Episode 474 - David Zayas 54:46

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David Zayas is best known for his role as Angel Batista on the award-winning series Dexter and Dexter: Resurrection. Other television work includes OZ (HBO), Shut Eye (Hulu), Gotham (Fox), Bloodline (Netflix), Blue Bloods (CBS), FBI (CBS), Pose (F/X), and Next (Fox) among others. He has appeared in the films The Interpreter, 16 Blocks, Michael Clay…

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Corrections: The Podcast - Volume XCV (Episodes 147 & 148) 21:17

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Recorded every Thursday after the audience has left Studio 8G, and witnessed only by scattered members of the Late Night staff and crew… This is Corrections: The Podcast. 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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WWDTM: Chip Caray 47:37

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This week, we're live in St. Louis with Cardinals' play-by-play announcer Chip Caray and panelists Rachel Coster, Dulcé Sloan, and Adam Felber Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Jason Bateman | Trump Returns from U.K. Visit and the White House Cracks Down on Free Speech: A Closer Look 25:20

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Seth takes a closer look at Trump's lavish state visit to the U.K. and his administration's attempts to silence critics and crack down on free speech. Then, Jason Bateman talks about starring in Black Rabbit with Jude Law, growing out his beard for the role and reuniting with his Ozark co-star Laura Linney as she directed two episodes of the show. …

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Brett Goldstein | Rob Reiner 25:05

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Seth welcomes Brett Goldstein, who talks about working with Imogen Poots on their movie All of You, the test he uses to determine if he's going to get along with someone and why he wanted to shoot a scene of Shrinking with Harrison Ford and Jason Segel in a water park. Then, Rob Reiner talks about why he was inspired to revive Spinal Tap after 40 y…

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Margot Robbie & Colin Farrell | Trump Family's UAE Crypto Deal Revealed; Trump Snaps at Australian Reporter: A Closer Look 26:06

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Seth takes a closer look at a major investigation by The New York Times revealing that Trump secured billions in crypto investments from a foreign country while simultaneously giving that country access to valuable computer chips. Then, Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell talk about starring in A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, running through their lines …