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117 - Applebee's After Dark with Mary Holland

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You'll have to forgive (Bryan) for being a bit out of sorts this week. He chipped his tooth eating lobster salad that was way too creamy, and, to top ...

116 - Favoring a White Jean with Jessi Klein

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. Any time we have authors in The Carriage House they become INSTANT best-sellers, and we're sure this week will be no different. We ...

115 - Reel Questions From Reel Listeners with Richard Lawson

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. We always joke about how close we are to becoming a legitimate show, but we're long past that. It's already happened, excuse me...e...

114 - The Whole Megillah with Alex Edelman

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. Ronna has a lot to say this week, and not only because she just learned about Mac OS's Do Not Disturb Function. We're so excited to...

113 - Dunaway Vindicated! with Kate Aurthur

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. Don't start with Ronna that "oh, boo hoo, there was no Oscar show this year," ok? That'll be back next year. But this week we've go...

112 - Hashtag Par-wee!

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's another Carriage House Catch-Up this week as Ronna (& Bryan) talk everything from parking at the FOX Lot (no Galaxy parking for Ronna, excuse me)...

111 - Let's Call Her Chicago

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're still impressed with the caliber of guests that we've had in The Carriage House the past few weeks. We can't wait for our dinner date with Sandr...

110 - A Kind-Hearted Ruminator with Mike Schur

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. The caliber of guests we've had in The Carriage House this year is truly remarkable, to absolutely no one's surprise, pardon me. We...

109 - The Mensch and the Eshet Chayil with Sandra Bernhard

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. We've had icons in The Carriage House before. We're no strangers to rubbing elbows with legends, pardon me, but we've really outdo...

108 - The Numinous Circle with Special Guest Host Mitch Silpa

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. (Bryan) is off conquering Hollywood again this week, but Ronna is joined in The Carriage House by none other than her dear friend M...

Patreon Amuse-Bouche: Stinky Ball Man (Patreon 106)

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ronna had to go out of town for personal reasons this past week, but we've got something fun for you none the less. The response over last week's clif...

107 - Ronna Glickman: Truth Machine

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. We can't thank those of you who joined us at the live show enough. We haven't had that much fun in ages, and yes, we're sure Conor'...

106 - New Year, New Boobs, New Me with Special Guest Host Jean Villepique

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. Ronna is beside herself because it seems (Bryan) isn't quite as lonely as he lets on. He had to take a "personal" day today (keep y...

105 - Clairefontaine by Night with Adam Ellis

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. Ronna (& Bryan)'s buttons may be getting pushed by this damn Zoom recording voice, but that doesn't change the fact that we have ye...

104 - Illustrious Industrious with Peter Kim

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Look, there's no need to be modest here. Ronna looks fabulous today and she's fully embracing it. Plus we also have a show that we know you'll fully e...

103 - Fap Fap Fap!

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do NOT start with Ronna today. She's in no mood, and with (Bryan) in rare form and literally spilling the tea, you can be guaranteed one of the naught...

102 - Becky Now, Jenny Later with Scarlett Curtis

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our new year just got better...he's back! (Bryan) is back from vacation, and it sounds like he had quite the time, excuse me. And if that's not enough...

101 - Scrappy Little Scranton Demeanor with Adam Rippon

04 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. If you think we're resting on our laurels in the new year, you've got another think coming, excuse me. We're joined by not one, but...

100 - The Little Things You Do Together with Frank Rich

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. We've reached a true Carriage House Milestone. Our 100th Free Feed episode is here, and it might be the fanciest this show has ever...

99 - A Dried, Brandy-Soaked Fruit Convention with Jason Butler Harner

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we present the Free Feed to you, as Jean Dujardin says at the end of THE ARTIST, "with pleasure." We've got a real, honest to God actor in T...

98 - Better Than It Googles with Fortune Feimster

07 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. Things may be getting tense between (Bryan) and his new nemesis Steve, but that doesn't change the fact that we have a SPECTACULAR ...

97 - Over the Bowl with Michaela Watkins

30 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Look, we know it's exciting. We know this is our first Free Feed of the new season with a special guest, excuse me. And we know we're back to gifting ...

96 - Don't Take the Bait from Crazytown

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Thanksgivukkah! There's so much happening in The Carriage House this week! Thanksgiving, of course, is Thursday. Hanukkah begins on Sunday. And ...

95. Ronnukah 2021 (Part 2)

16 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're baaack! And just in time for our most anticipated episode of the year. It's Ronnukah! After Ronna drops an announcement for the ages (to say sh...

94. Ronnukah 2021 (Part 1)

16 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're baaack! And just in time for our most anticipated episode of the year. It's Ronnukah! After Ronna drops an announcement for the ages (to say sh...

Patreon Amuse-Bouche: Sandra Lee Wishes (Patreon 91)

09 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Here it is! Another little bite-sized portion of our most recent Patreon for you to nibble on this week. To hear the rest, join us on Patreon! And do...

Patreon Amuse-Bouche: Carriage House Costume Party (Patreon 90)

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for another little amuse-bouche Patreon preview, but be sure to listen for the VERY special announcement at the top. We think you'll like it...

Patreon Amuse-Bouche: They Look Wank, They Bake Wank (Patreon 89)

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for another Free Feed preview of our most recent Patreon episode! We're beyond excited about Halloween here in Marblehead. (Bryan) is gett...

Patreon Amuse-Bouche: Bad Art Friend & The Annual Carriage House Halloween Candy Tasting with Paul F. Tompkins (Patreon 88)

19 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. The reaction to this past week's Patreon episode was INCREDIBLE, pardon me, and we couldn't agree more. Was Paul F. Tompkins a deli...

Patreon Amuse-Bouche: The Twink with a Clairvoyant Streak (Patreon 87)

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's another amuse-bouche this week to give you a taste of our most recent episode over on Patreon! This is an excerpt from this past weekend, "The Tw...

Patreon Amuse-Bouche: The (W)hole Shebang (Patreon 86)

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hello, dears! This week we thought we'd try something a little different on the Free Feed. Here's an excerpt from our latest Patreon episode from this...

Yadvina's Keys to The Carriage House: Noelle, Shayleen, Rita & Tex (Patreon 45)

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're back inside The Carriage House for a Patreon Sneak Peek thanks to Yadvina. This week we travel back to the holiday season of 2020. The low wint...

Yadvina's Keys to The Carriage House: Major T & QVC (Patreon 35)

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's the gift that keeps on giving! Yadvina's keys are still under the doormat, so come inside The Carriage House for a sneak peek at Patreon 35 from ...

Yadvina's Keys to The Carriage House: Mr. Purple & the Poopcast (Patreon 30)

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Time for another sneak peek inside The Carriage House courtesy of Yadvina! This week we go back a little over a year to Labor Day weekend of 2020. Ro...

Yadvina's Keys to The Carriage House: The Nocturnal Emitter & Lobsters Take Two (Patreon 26)

07 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ronna (& Bryan) are still on their Free Feed break, but a certain Ukrainian housekeeper is back in Marblehead with a little gift for you. Once again, ...

Yadvina's Keys to The Carriage House: My Cousin's Husband is on Tinder (Patreon 15)

24 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It seems as though Yadvina's kindness (or maybe it's mischief) knows no bounds. She's lending you her keys again so you get another sneak peek inside ...

Yadvina's Keys to The Carriage House: Sherman Comes Home (Patreon 5)

17 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ronna (& Bryan) are on a well-deserved break from the Free Feed, but Yadvina is still keeping The Carriage House in pristine condition while they're...

93 - Shorts, No Underwear: Our Season Two Finale!

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

She's back! After a week away, Ronna has returned in all her glory, but we don't even have time to talk about her doubles tournament with Hugh Moscowi...

92 - Shot Girl Summer with Special Guest Host Jessica St. Clair

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. The tension is palpable. You could cut it with a knife. Ronna's doubles tennis tournament was moved to today, and she absolutely co...

91 - Sourdough Housewife with Megan Gailey

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I mean, have we got a great show this week or have we got a great show this week? We can assure you it exceeds our wildest "exceptations." After some ...

90 - Classic Cliffhangers: Cleanliness Is Next to Godliness

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We absolutely love giving our Free Feed listeners a little taste of what they're missing in The Carriage House over on Patreon every now and then (th...

89 - We Make Fantasies Come True with Justin Kirk

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We have a VERY special episode today as we welcome one of our oldest and dearest friends to The Carriage House. He may even expect us to roll out the ...

88 - A Dog in the Bed Is Better Than a Condom on the Foot with Roger Bennett

06 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Summer is officially in full swing. Ronna's 4th of July gala was as good as it's ever been (despite (Bryan) flirting with every man there) and we're ...

87 - A Big Day for F.U.'s with Raiza Licea

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

OK, Ronner...today's show is filled to the brim with energy and follow-ups, or "F.U.'s" as (Bryan) calls them. In fact, we have so much to get to that...

86 - (Bryan) and The Whale

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Here we are, just the two of us! It's another back-to-basics Carriage House Catch-Up this week, and not a moment too soon. (Bryan)'s in a mood (you'll...

85 - A Little Bit of Vomit in Every Kiss with Jason Mantzoukas

15 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How excited are we that summer is officially here? We can't wait to get to the Vineyard and sip Negronnas all season long. Unfortunately the Lobsterm...

84 - The First Gay Person Ever with Caleb Hearon

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. Are we excited or are we excited? Not only do we have a great show and an amazing guest, but we have an announcement so thrilling ...

83 - Strong Female Leads with Lucia Aniello

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We have got an absolutely FABULOUS show this week, even if Dante might be trying to sabotage it. After some mind-blowing Hollywood gossip (Ronna is g...

82 - Kentucky Waterfall with the Doughboys

25 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You'll have to pardon us as we start off this week with a minor crisis. (Bryan) is over-caffeinated it seems, but not even a triple shot of espresso c...

81 - Mental Health Day

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

So...we had an epiphany this week. We felt we needed to get back to basics, and for Ronna (& Bryan) to spend some quality time together on the Free Fe...

80 - Blurt Laughing with Jamie Loftus

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There is so much happening in the world right now, but we're DYING to know more about Bill and Melinda Gates' divorce. Who is this former lover that ...

79 - The Wet Lip with Alaska Thunderf*ck

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's a good thing we've purveyors of some of the best coffee around, pardon me, because we'll need a few cups to deal with our spectacular and vivacio...

78 - Just Add Water with Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now, wait a minute. This is it. The time has arrived. One of our most eagerly anticipated guests we've ever had in The Carriage House. Joining us this...

77 - Blew It Out of the Waterpark with Greta Titelman

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now, wait a minute. We may be exhausted from this past weekend (Ronna's tootsies are still hurting) but it's only because we hit it out of the waterpa...

76 - Ronna Spills the Tea with London Hughes

13 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. You know her as Ronna. A few people call her Ronnie, and only Andy Cohen calls her Rona, but, whatever you call her, she and (Bryan...

75 - Classic Cliffhangers: Carnal Knowledge, Part Deux

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Look, we receive hundreds of letters a month here at Ask Ronna. But with the number of letters we get about issues of the boudoir, we might be two ste...

74 - The Theory of Balls

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have we got a show this week or what? First off, it's Comedy Week on Stitcher and we're absolutely thrilled to be included. And with (Bryan) back in T...

73 - Mr. Secretary with Julián Castro

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. First off, yes, (Bryan) is back with us after his star turn as the new face of Barry's Tow Trucks, but we have GOT to get to our gu...

72 - Grody Jody with Jessica St. Clair

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After getting a Sputnik vaccine from Yadvina's husband, (Bryan) is off shooting a commercial for a local business in Marblehead and isn't with us this...

71 - The Bridger of Madison County with Bridger Winegar

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we welcome to The Carriage House utterly delightful writer, actor, and host of the wonderful podcast I SAID NO GIFTS, Bridger Winegar! He he...

70 - Cruelty-Free Cruelty with Margaret Cho

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With his Wi-Fi mishap from last week behind him, we're happy to report that (Bryan) is back! And not a moment too soon as we welcome a living legend t...

69 - Dear Ronna & Naomi with Naomi Ekperigin

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready for some Carriage House firsts? We've had quite the week in Marblehead, excuse me. We had a HUGE guest planned for today, but they were ...

68 - Bring in The Banana Boys with Kurt Braunohler and Scotty Landes

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. Was last weekend great or was it great? The Live Show was a HUGE hit! There were plenty of Negronnas to go around, @roryography da...

67 - The News Never Made Me Wet with Sydnee Washington

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Baby, it's cold outside! Marblehead has been slammed with yet more snow. It's gorgeous, though (Bryan) has an awkward quandary he wants to raise at t...

66 - “Buccal" Up with Meaghan Rath

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. How excited are we this week? We're a mere ten days away from our live show (we're polishing our tap shoes as we speak), it's Grou...

65 - Finnish for "Wet" with Cole Escola

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now, wait a minute. How fabulous was the inauguration? The history...the pageantry...the fashion...Amanda Gorman. We LOVED it. Some exciting things ar...

64 - Swiss Cheese Model with Andy Slavitt

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute. I mean did we return last week or did we return last week? Conan was a HUGE hit in The Carriage House and everyone was so excited, ...

63 - It's a Bummer with Conan O'Brien

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're back! After our little hiatus from the Free Feed we're excited to get going again...though (Bryan) might be a little TOO excited (Ronna's going ...

62 - Classic Cliffhangers: Only in 2020

29 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We made it! The last Free Feed of the year! We can't thank you all enough. We appreciate when you say that we helped you get through a rough year, but...

61 - Olfactorily Assaulted with Gayle Rankin

22 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ronna's house looks beautiful in ANY season, excuse me...but there really is nothing like seeing it wrapped in a blanket of fresh snow. Marblehead is ...

60 - Eighty Dozen Christmas Cookies with SuChin Pak & Kulap Vilaysack

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ronna is absolutely glowing today. Maybe it's her fresh cut peonies, or maybe it's the oil from all the latkes she's been making. In any event, everyo...

59 - Four Hours, Two States with Kara Klenk & Liza Treyger

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We have a very rare treat in The Carriage House this week, as we're joined by not one but TWO special guests, though Ronna has some trepidation in hav...

58 - Ronnukah 2020!

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ronnukah, O Ronnukah, come light the menorah! It's finally here! We've been busy for weeks curating a list of our favorite gifts for the holiday seaso...

57 - Classic Cliffhangers: Family Matters

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Now, wait a minute. Are we Thankful. How did we get this far? There were moments we thought we wouldn't get here, but we kept going, and, with some ha...

56 - 90 Day Cat Fiancé with Lennon Parham

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

2020 may have been a trying year (to say the least, excuse me), but the end of it is shaping up to be a VERY exciting time in The Carriage House! We'r...

55 - Classy, Bougie, Ratchet with Dan Savage

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This past week has felt like a MONTH, excuse me. We couldn't be happier now, but we recorded this episode the day before the race was called. We were ...

54 - Best Friend Taste Test with Sabrina Jalees

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We admit it...we're on edge. Today is SUCH an important day. We voted (several times in Ronna's case) and (Bryan) is downing Advil and Prozac to get t...

53 - Russia Wants My Vulva with Peppermint

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Wait a minute. If you think we're ready for this, you're crazy. This week in The Carriage House we welcome none other than actress, singer, "RuPaul's ...

52 - Cheetos Can Be Self-Care with Cody Rigsby

20 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Now, wait a minute. We're a bit out of breath because we had to do a quick 20 minutes on our Peloton right before the show. But we're warmed up and re...

51 - Shtetl Clairvoyance with Ari Shapiro

13 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Could the news be any crazier these days? Really? Excuse me? Not possible, but this week we are as up to the minute as we can possibly be thanks to ou...

50 - Our 50th Episode! With Paul Feig

06 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Now, wait a minute. We've reached a true milestone this week. It's our 50th show on the Free Feed! And have we got a treat for you. We've had some big...

49 - How Often Should I Wash My Sheets with Clarissa Ward

29 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Wait a minute. There's no way you're ready for this. Clearly we've risen to a level of quality you can't handle. For this week's episode, we put on ou...

48 - Little Miss Little Compton Returns with Arden Myrin

22 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ronna's got her coffee. (Bryan)'s got his Crystal Light (and vodka?). We're ready to go!  After a thorough rundown of Catherine Zeta-Jones' insane ba...

47 - The Cats in the Hats with Edd Kimber

15 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Now, wait a minute. How excited are we about today's guest? Ronna is popping out of her chair and (Bryan) is a pitter patter. We're so thrilled to we...

46 - I Have a Meat Thermometer for You with Langston Kerman

08 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're back from our holiday in the Vineyard, and we dive right in with a red pepper PSA (don't you dare ruin Ronna's quiche). Then we welcome actor an...

45 - Classic Cliffhangers: Carnal Knowledge

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Here we are with ANOTHER Carriage House first. Free Feed listeners know that we read a cliffhanger at the end of each episode to be answered on that w...

44. What Would It Take For Me To Get In Your Tub with Kristian Bruun

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Pour your coffee and put on your tap shoes and short shorts, because we've got a lot to cover in The Carriage House this week! After a follow-up from ...

43. Thank You for Calling Gap Kids with Sasheer Zamata

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

(Bryan) may be a bit under the weather today, but it's nothing a little Tylenol and red wine can't handle (though Yadvina is standing by with the neti...

42. Tigger The Asshole Cat with Jon Gabrus

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What a week it's been! As we nurse our hangovers from all your boozy COVID Kiki recommendations, we can't thank you enough for making it such a succes...

Ronna Reads: THE GIVING TREE

09 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

During the Covid Kiki, we promised you a nostalgic treat. Fix yourself a warm drink, curl up in your cozy bed, and let Ronna soothe you with a story. ...

40. It's a COVID Kiki!

04 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Now wait a minute...you've heard us teasing it, you've seen the poster, and now it's here: the COVID Kiki! Sit back, relax with a nice cup of coffee (...

39 - A Little Va-Va-Va Voom with Naomi Ekperigin & Andy Beckerman

28 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's chaos at The Carriage House! Ronna's driveway is being repaved, (Bryan) can't stand the noise, Jürgen and the Lobsterman might come to full on f...

38 - The Worst Grandma with Lamorne Morris

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is Marblehead in the midst of a summer crime wave? The smashed window of (Bryan)'s BMW rental (pardon me) seems to suggest so. And we thought the only...

37 - Take a 'Butt Breath' with Paul Scheer

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I think we determined long ago that this was the "mogul" podcast, excuse me. And we're not disappointing this week with our special guest, actor, come...

36 - Quarantreats with “Hungry Girl” Lisa Lillien

07 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

No. Absolutely not. You're not ready for this. Our very special guest this week is entrepreneur, podcast host, New York Times best-selling author thir...

35 - Don't Scam Yourself Out of That Lady Box with Laci Mosley

30 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Have we got a real #freefeedbehavior show this week or what? Joining us in The Carriage House is the Scam Goddess herself, actress, comedian, podcast ...

34 - The “Tryst” with Brandon Kyle Goodman

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's finally arrived! After MONTHS of experimenting and tasting and quaffing, we're ready to share with you the fruits of our labor: the official Ask...

33 - In the "Adults Only" Pool With Kulap Vilaysack

16 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

**This week we welcome multi-hyphenate talent (actor/writer/producer/director/comedian) Kulap Vilaysack to The Carriage House! You know her as the cre...

32 - I Hate The Way You Eat with Mike Schur

09 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

**This week in The Carriage House, it's Hollywood meets Boston meets Hollywood again as we welcome television mogul (#excuseme) Mike Schur! You know h...

A Message From Ronna & Bryan 💋💋

04 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dears...we wanted to send a message from the heart.  The Free Feed will resume next Tuesday, June 9th with a brand new episode. For our Patreon memb...