Dinner’s on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson
Episodes
NOLAN GOULD — (van)life after ‘Modern Family’ and finding his people in L.A.
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“Modern Family” star Nolan Gould joins the show. Over traditional Mexican fare, Nolan tells me about selling all his belongings post “Modern Fam...
Jesse Joins Andy Richter to Talk About His Roots
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are giving you a sneak peak into comedian Andy Richter’s podcast, The Three Questions with Andy Richter. Every Tuesday on The Three Questi...
ANDY RICHTER — dating app happy endings and being Conan O’Brien’s ‘TV wife’
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Actor, comedian and podcast host Andy Richter joins the show. Over lobster rolls and oysters, Andy talks about healing from the dissolution of his nea...
ASHLEY PARK — finding love on 'Emily in Paris' and a bestie in Lily Collins
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Emily in Paris" star Ashley Park joins the show. Over oysters and nicoise salad, Ashley tells me about her early days on Broadway, her showmance turn...
BEN PLATT – stairway hookups and the queer Americana of 'Honeymind'
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Singer, Broadway star and film actor Ben Platt joins the show. Over chicken and broccoli, Ben tells me about the queer Americana of his latest album “...
AWKWAFINA - unresolved grief and a healing trip to Korea
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Jackpot” star Nora “Awkwafina” Lum joins the show. Over croquettes monsieur, Nora tells me about feeling like an “Asian mom” on her Comedy ...
RITA ORA — newlywed life and turning down ‘Eurovision’
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Singer, actor, and “The Masked Singer” host Rita Ora joins the show. Over uni and endive salad, Rita tells me about turning down “Eurovision” ...
NICOLE BYER — coping with disappointment and how not to spread a loved one's ashes
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian, actor and “WipeOut” co-host Nicole Byer joins the show. Over French toast, Nicole tells me why sitcom “Grand Crew” was so special to...
SANDRA BERNHARD — friendship break-ups and being Lettermen’s best guest
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Actress, comedian and cultural icon Sandra Bernhard joins the show. Over a porgy fillet, Sandra tells me if she still thinks about a high-profile brea...
IGGY AZALEA — killing it at crypto and leaving music
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australian musician and entrepreneur Iggy Azalea joins the show. Over pasta, Iggy tells me about her decision to step away from music, her success in ...
JANE KRAKOWSKI — how soap opera firing scared her and getting evicted while on Ally McBeal
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“30 Rock” and “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” star Jane Krakowski joins the show. Over cloud-like pita bread, we reminisce about when I was Jane’...
KERI RUSSELL — Mickey Mouse Club rules and hanging with the Obamas
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"The Diplomat” and “The Americans” star Keri Russell joins the show. Over salmon and a glass of Sancerre (over ice), Keri tells me about aging o...
JASON MRAZ — missing his cat while on DWTS and the allure of a short relationship
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Singer-songwriter Jason Mraz joins the show. Over diner classics, Jason tells me about why he has a hard time singing his early songs, what it was lik...
JOEL KIM BOOSTER — being a queer Korean adoptee in a conservative Midwestern family and falling in love for the first time
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comic and the star and co-creator of Hulu's “Fire Island” Joel Kim Booster joins the show. Over ghost chili lamb vindaloo and samosas, Joel tells ...
AUBREY ANDERSON EMMONS — growing up on the set of Modern Family and rediscovering acting
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Modern Family" star Aubrey Anderson Emmons joins the show. Over gnocchi and fried squash blossoms, Aubrey tells me what it was like growing up on the...
MARGARET CHO — growing up in a gay bookstore and hanging out at the Dick Dock
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stand-up comic and actor Margaret Cho joins the show. Over Korean barbeque, Margaret tells me about being a phone sex operator at 16 years old, what s...
TIG NOTARO — flunking out of middle school and her kid’s desire for a third mom
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Standup comic and co-host of the amazing podcast “Handsome,” Tig Notaro joins the show. Over vegan sushi, Tig tells me about flunking out of middl...
PAUL SCHEER — auditioning for SNL alongside Amy Poehler and his movie rental obsession
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Star of “The League” and “How Did This Get Made?” podcast co-host, Paul Scheer joins the show. Over moules frites and a burger, we’ll get in...
JUSTIN LONG — on finding love with Kate Bosworth and going on his ex’s talk show
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Actor and podcaster Justin Long joins the show. Over delicious dan dan noodles and shrimp wontons, we’ll get into his love story with “Blue Crush”...
GEORGE TAKEI - growing up in Japanese American internment camps and coming out at age 68
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Star Trek” actor and activist George Takei joins the show. Over beautiful sashimi, George tells me what it was like to be forced to leave his LA ho...
JINKX MONSOON — sobriety and an iconic morning ritual
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Two-time “Drag Race” winner and tour de force on stage, Jinkx Monsoon joins the show. Over overnight oats and granola, we’ll get into her iconic...
SARAH PAULSON — skirting dating norms and having Marcia Clark on speed-dial
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Star of "American Horror Story" and Broadway's "Appropriate," Sarah Paulson joins the show. Over cacio e pepe and some very buttery bruschetta, Sara ...
CHELSEA PERETTI — leaving ‘Parks & Recreation’ and cancel culture
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Brooklyn Nine Nine" star Chelsea Peretti joins the show. Over buttery biscuits and shrimp & grits, Peretti tells me about her foray into directing wi...
CYNTHIA NIXON — killing it as a teen on Broadway and secret SATC moments
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"And Just Like That...” star Cynthia Nixon joins the show. Over a pear and pecorino salad and pork chops, Cynthia talks about juggling two Broadway ...
ORVILLE PECK — being queer in country music and mask analysis
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Musician Orville Peck joins the show. Over deli classics, Orville tells me how a South African kid grew up obsessed with country music, why country is...
JOE LOCKE — growing up on a tiny island and ‘Heartstopper’ fame
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Heartstopper” star Joe Locke joins the show. Over green shakshuka and grilled halloumi, Joe tells me what it was like growing up in the small commu...
RACHEL DRATCH — a psychic predicted motherhood and the Debbie Downer origin story
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"SNL” and “Wine Country” star Rachel Dratch joins the show. Over guacamole and tacos, Rachel tells me about her foray into the spiritual world, ...
KYLE MACLACHLAN — being besties with David Lynch and almost turning down SATC
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kyle MacLachlan, star of “Sex and the City,” “Twin Peaks” and “Showgirls,” joins the show. Over a tomato tartine and nicoise salad, Kyle t...
SIMU LIU — keeping acting career from his parents and bulking up for Shang Chi
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Simu Liu, star of “Barbie” and Marvel’s “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” joins the show. Over soup dumplings and BBQ pork, Simu ...
SOFIA VERGARA — the physical toll of ‘Griselda’ and Ed O’Neill butt dials
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“Griselda” and “Modern Family” star Sofia Vergara joins the show. Over pizza and “fuzzy orange juice,” Sofia tells me what it was like to ...
DAX SHEPARD — interrupting President Obama and sharing his 2020 relapse with listeners
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Parenthood” star and “Armchair Expert” podcast co-host Dax Shepard joins the show. Over a burger and fries, Dax tells me about what it’s like...
DANIELLE BROOKS — advice from Oprah and overnight fame on OITNB
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Oscar and Tony nominated star of “The Color Purple” Danielle Brooks joins the show. Over tuna melts and Thai steak salad, Danielle tells me what i...
BRYAN CRANSTON — being a quasi murder suspect and girlfriend drama on a soap set
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Breaking Bad" and “Malcolm in the Middle” star Bryan Cranston joins the show. Over poke and salmon curry, Bryan tells me how he was briefly wante...
MANDY MOORE — healing after a difficult marriage and ‘Dr. Death’ role
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“Dr. Death” star and singer-songwriter Mandy Moore joins the show. Over some tie-dyed trout and mouthwatering potatoes, Mandy tells me how she lo...
WEIRD AL YANKOVIC — reconnecting with bullies and tracking down stars for parody approval
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Five time Grammy award-winning artist "Weird Al" Yankovic joins the show. Over orders of "I am Humble" and "I am Dazzling," Al tells me about getti...
KATHY GRIFFIN — touring for first time in 6 years and an iconic Paris Hilton gift
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Emmy and Grammy Award-winning comedian Kathy Griffin joins the show. Over seafood and charcuterie, Kathy talks about going on tour for the first time...
ED O’NEILL — skirting a life of organized crime and hanging out with Tennessee Williams
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“Modern Family” and “Married…with Children” star Ed O'Neill joins the show. Over some fancy sandwiches, Ed talks about dodging a career i...
Best of: Elizabeth Banks / Margo Martindale
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, it's all things “Cocaine Bear," as I revisit interviews with Elizabeth Banks, who directed the film, and my co-star Margo Martindale. ...
Zachary Quinto and Jonathan Van Ness on reclaiming queer narratives
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Over the course of the show, I’ve been able to share some of my personal life with you – from meeting Justin and our decision to get married, to p...
Uzo Aduba, Busy Philipps, and Padma Lakshmi on parenting
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I feel so lucky because in the first season of my podcast, my guests have been incredibly vulnerable and we’ve covered a lot of ground in terms of o...
Best of: Jim Parsons / Tracee Ellis Ross
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m revisiting two dinners with people I absolutely adore who have been mainstays on network television for roughly a decade: Jim Parsons of “The ...
Best of: Julie Bowen / Sarah Hyland
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Through the end of the year, we’re going to revisit some of my favorite moments on the show. Starting off with my interviews with my “Modern ...
Geri Halliwell-Horner
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Spice Girl and author Geri Halliwell-Horner (aka Ginger Spice) joins the show. Over lobster and oysters, Geri discusses why the Spice Girls and their ...
Idina Menzel
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Star of “Rent” and “Wicked,”Queen of Broadway Idina Menzel joins the show. Over a Mediterranean feast, Idina discusses life before “Rent” ...
Jonathan Van Ness
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author, podcaster, and JVN Hair founder Jonathan Van Ness joins the show. Over martinis and oysters, Jonathan tells us what it’s like to live in Tex...
Isaac Mizrahi
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fashion designer, podcaster and cabaret singer Isaac Mizrahi joins the show. Over omelets and quiche, Isaac talks about dinner parties with Nora Ephro...
Soledad O'Brien
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Peabody and Emmy award-winning journalist Soledad O’Brien joins the show. Over burgers and shakes, we discuss her impressive reporting career, earni...
Chelsea Clinton
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Advocate and author Chelsea Clinton joins the show. Over salmon salads, we discuss growing up in the public eye, potty training toddlers and advice fo...
Taye Diggs presents You Had Me at Hello
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing a brand-new podcast where everyday people tell their extraordinary stories of how they met and fell in love – and sometimes – how thin...
Uzo Aduba
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Painkiller” and “Orange Is The New Black” star Uzo Aduba joins the show. Over hummus and crudité, Uzo discusses growing up in a Nigerian hou...
Harry Shum Jr.
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Glee” and “Everything Everywhere All At Once” star Harry Shum Jr. joins the show. Over kampachi aquachile and a gorgeous whole fried snapper,...
Margo Martindale
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“The Americans” and “Cocaine Bear” star Margo Martindale joins the show. Over shrimp scampi and fancy fusilli, Margo talks about her odd jobs ...
Busy Philipps
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Girls5Eva” star and the host of “Busy Tonight”, Busy Philipps joins the show. Over chilaquiles and tacos, Busy discusses her separation from ...
Zachary Quinto
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Star Trek” and “Margin Call” star Zachary Quinto joins the show. Over Greek chop salad and crispy artichokes, Jesse and Zachary reminisce on ...
Roy Choi
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Culinary visionary and co-founder of Kogi BBQ taco truck, chef Roy Choi joins the show. Over duck carnitas, Roy talks about the rise of Kogi, hanging ...
Sara Bareilles
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sara Bareilles, the star of Peacock's "Girls5Eva" and "Waitress" on Broadway, joins the show. Over Israeli pastries and Tunisian salad, she shared wha...
Elizabeth Banks
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Hunger Games” star and “Pitch Perfect 2” director Elizabeth Banks joins me at Petit Trois Le Valley in Sherman Oaks. Over pate and an Aperol sp...
Marcus Samuelsson
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The star of Food Network’s “Chopped” and the head chef of Harlem’s Red Rooster Marcus Samuelsson joins me at Fish Cheeks in NYC’s Noho. Over...
Sarah Hyland
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Modern Family” star Sarah Hyland joins me at Gracias Madre in West Hollywood. Over chips & guac, we dive into her healthcare struggles during the...
Padma Lakshmi
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Padma Lakshmi, host and executive producer of Hulu's "Taste The Nation with Padma Lakshmi," joins me at 53 in NYC's Midtown. Over dumplings and hot po...
Jim Parsons
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“The Big Bang Theory” star and longtime friend Jim Parsons joins me at Don Angie in NYC's West Village. Over some gorgeous lasagna, we discuss que...
Tracee Ellis Ross
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Black-ish" star and fashion icon Tracee Ellis Ross chats with me over tacos and nachos oozing in mornay cheese at The Roof, a restaurant at the top o...
Fred Armisen
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
SNL veteran and Los Espookys star Fred Armisen joins me at Kodo in Downtown L.A., which is a fire station turned sushi restaurant. We actually ate out...
Niecy Nash-Betts
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Reno 911! and Selma star Niecy Nash-Betts joins me at Gasolina Cafe in Woodland Hills. Over patatas bravas, we’ll talk about the failed sitcom we di...
Kristen Bell
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Good Place star and true crime aficionado Kristen Bell joins me at Little Dom’s, an Italian restaurant that's dear to both of our hearts. Squeez...
Jesse Williams
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Grey’s Anatomy star and my Take Me Out co-star Jesse Williams joins me at Pijja Palace, an Indian American sports bar in L.A.’s hip Silver Lake ne...
Julie Bowen
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My on-screen sister and dear friend Julie Bowen joins me at Republique in Los Angeles during a torrential rainstorm to nibble on pastries and kimchi f...
Dinner’s on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson | Official Trailer
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m breaking bread with big-name friends—old and new—for a delicious meal and candid convos that can only happen over a glass of wine. We're get...