Funny Cuz It's True with Elyse Myers
Episodes
Listen Now: Julia Gets Wise with Jane Curtin
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the premiere episode of Wiser Than Me’s new season, Julia Louis-Dreyfus sits down with 78-year-old comedy icon and Saturday Night Live ...
5 Questions: Nicole Byer, Sasheer Zamata and Rainn Wilson
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comedians Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata reveal their experiences meeting Beyoncé and actor Rainn Wilson talks to Elyse about which historical figure...
5 Questions: Hari Kondabolu and Tig Notaro
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Elyse talks to Hari Kondabolu about frozen pizzas and waffles. Plus, Tig Notaro discusses meeting Anne Hathaway and explains what it's like to live un...
5 Questions: Brian Baumgartner and Holmes
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Actor Brian Baumgartner from The Office, reveals his favorite Jack Nicholson encounter and actor and comedian Holmes asks Elyse about her love history...
5 Questions: Moses Storm and Kevin Jonas
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Elyse talks to Moses Storm about faking it as a stunt double and the glory of eggs. Plus, Kevin Jonas shares his love of Edgar Allan Poe and the power...
5 Questions: Atsuko Okatsuka and Mike Birbiglia
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Atsuko Okatsuka talks about fangirling over Winona Ryder and her quest for a sleeveless turtleneck top. Plus, Elyse gives Mike Birbiglia work...
5 Questions: The Office Ladies and Jonathan Van Ness
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Elyse talks to Angela Kinsey and Jenna Fischer about their awkward celeb encounters and the craziness of babysitting when you, too, are a child. Plus,...
One of My Faves: Stressing in My Flesh Suit (with Mike Birbiglia)
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're revisiting my interview with Mike Birbiglia. He talks about his new Broadway show “The Old Man and The Pool,” and how he makes a ...
One of My Faves: Hitting Singles (with Office Ladies)
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're revisiting my interview with Angela Kinsey and Jenna Fischer of The Office Ladies. I thought I peaked when they played my song “Wh...
One of My Faves: Starting a TikTok Trend (with Moses Storm)
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're revisiting my interview with Moses Storm. Moses Storm has led a crazy life. The comedian and actor tells me about growing up in his f...
One of My Faves: Putting Myself in Timeout (with Aparna Nancherla)
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're revisiting my interview with Aparna Nancherla. You know when you meet someone and just vibe instantly? That was me and comedian and ...
One of My Faves: Deconstructing Memes (with Penn Badgley)
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're revisiting my interview with Penn Badgley. Penn Badgley is warm, kind, and incredibly thoughtful – fortunately, the exact opposite ...
Building the Perfect Ice Cream Sundae (with Maria Bamford)
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Clog lover, author, and princess of the Midwest Maria Bamford has landed! Put simply, she is a freaking icon, from viral tik tok-worthy character work...
Accumulating Wigs (with Fortune Feimster)
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are so freaking lucky, Fortune Feimster is here! We had a blast diving into her character alter egos, hoarding wigs, and her start at the Groundlin...
Being a Mark For Yourself (with Ron Funches)
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ron Funches doesn't suffer from imposter syndrome, and it makes perfect sense, because he’s a truly talented and joyful stand-up comedian, and he kn...
Managing Everybody’s Expectations (with Chris Olsen)
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Settle in for a delightful episode featuring the mega-talented Chris Olsen! We plunge headfirst into a discussion about TikTok fame, the beauty of the...
Trying To Be as Cool (as Tony Hawk)
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Well well well, if it isn’t skateboarding pioneer, entrepreneur, and total sweetheart Tony Hawk! Tony has been doing some of the biggest and toughes...
Walking Down Memory Lane (with Punkie Johnson)
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We sat down with the hilarious standup comedian, actress and writer Punkie Johnson! We had an amazing conversation about the early days in Punkie’s ...
Keeping a Little Tank of Rage in Your Belly (with Hannah Brown)
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am joined by the Taylor Swift of reality TV, Hannah Brown! She is best known for her memorable stint as the Bachelorette and for wi...
Looking Like a Precious Moment (with Andrew Rannells)
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready, folks, because joining us is the incredibly talented Andrew Rannells! You may know him from his star turns in Broadway hits like "The Book ...
Entering Power-Save Mode (with Ellie Kemper)
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hold on to your backpacks people, cuz’ Ellie Kemper is here! Her roles in The Office, The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and Bridesmaids are nothing shor...
Sharing a Dream (with Greta Titelman)
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Greta Titelman is a brilliant actress, standup comedian, and writer set to star later this year in the highly awaited film Problemista, from A24 Studi...
Introducing : Mike Birbiglia’s Working It Out (with Elyse Myers)
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m super excited to share with you my appearance on Mike Birbiglia’s Working It Out podcast. You know Mike Birbiglia. He’s an award-winning com...
Swapping Snow Globes (with Mae Martin)
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Well, I think we made our point” are words that our guest’s mother spoke after throwing ice cubes at a rat-infested cypress tree. It’s Mae Ma...
Getting Failure Out of the Way Early (with Natalie Morales)
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I giggled so hard during this episode that I nearly lost it, but it's no surprise considering our guest, Natalie Morales, is an incredibly delightful ...
Breaking The Seal (with Sam Bee)
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Bee is one of the most beloved Daily Show correspondents of all time and has personally been nominated for 18 freaking Emmy Awards. And if that wa...
Owning Your Onstage Flops (with Nimesh Patel)
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nimesh Patel is a standup comedian, former SNL writer, producer and on top of all of that, he has a freaking finance degree from NYU. Nimesh tells me ...
Dancing, Writing, Laughing, Crying (with Amanda Kloots)
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Every week my son August and I would watch our favorite ever dancer Amanda Kloots perform on Dancing with the Stars. She was truly amazing, and that's...
Saying Yes (with Jameela Jamil)
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jameela Jamil has basically lived multiple lifetimes in one. She’s been a DJ, a radio show host, and a model. She also founded I Weigh and hosts the...
Laughing at Our Own Suffering (with Zach Zimmerman)
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Zimmerman has a custom-made sweater to match their new book “Is It Hot in Here (Or Am I Suffering for All Eternity for the Sins I Committed on ...
Making Musical Magic (with Jason Mraz)
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I taught myself guitar by learning Jason Mraz’s songs, so it feels really full circle to be talking with him this week. We chat about going from sol...
Getting Wise (with Julia Louis-Dreyfus)
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Julia Louis-Dreyfus has done so many incredible things in her career and for me personally. Her character Elaine on Seinfeld has been my icon for styl...
Taking My ADHD Meds (with Rainn Wilson)
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I know Rainn Wilson best as Dwight Schrute from “The Office,” but I get to see a different side of him in our conversation. Rainn tells me how he ...
One of My Faves: Stressing in My Flesh Suit (with Mike Birbiglia)
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're revisiting my interview with Mike Birbiglia. He talks about his new Broadway show “The Old Man and The Pool,” and how he makes a ...
Making Friends (with Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata)
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are power best friends a thing? Like power couples, but for besties? If so, that’s Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata. They co-host the aptly named podc...
Making 2/3 of Your Dreams Come True (with Josh Johnson)
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listen, I talk to a lot of creative people on this show. But when I saw Josh Johnson’s Peacock special “Up Here Killing Myself” and listened to ...
Working with Friends (with Adam Pally)
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Pally’s whole career has been finding ways to work with his friends. From his early improv days, to his unforgettable stint hosting The Late La...
Dragging the Stool (with Tig Notaro)
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fun fact about comedian Tig Notaro: she loves interacting with boring people. Tig is 100% no-nonsense and 100% all nonsense. She tells me how she once...
Hiring Everyone Except A**holes (with Chelsea Devantez)
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chelsea Devantez is a comedian, writer, producer, podcaster and my burning question for her is: how does she balance it all? Chelsea generously shares...
Eating on Set (with Hari Kondabolu)
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Hari Kondabolu is passionate, outspoken, and very experienced with hecklers. He’s also a pandemic parent. Hari tells me about learning to w...
Making Grandmas Proud (with Nate Bargatze)
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nate Bargatze has been called “The Nicest Guy in Stand-Up” and honestly? The rumors are true. Nate tells me how he started doing clean comedy, and...
Writing Rom Coms (with Holmes)
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Holmes makes being off-the-cuff funny look easy. She got her start being hilarious on Tik Tok and Twitter before starring in Paul Feig’s “Welcome ...
Putting Myself in Timeout (with Aparna Nancherla)
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You know when you meet someone and just vibe instantly? That was me and comedian and actress Aparna Nancherla. She talks about writing a book on impos...
Spilling the Chili (with Brian Baumgartner)
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Long before Brian Baumgartner became known as Kevin from “The Office,” he worked in theater just trying to bring in enough for rent. But within a ...
Being Uncomfortable (with Kevin Jonas)
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I can’t stop thinking about how Kevin Jonas is on my podcast all because I spilled some butter on fancy pants. It’s crazy. While this situation se...
Welcoming You to the Show
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I didn't think a photo of me in my pajamas would be in Times Square, but that's what happened last week. This podcast was on a billboard in New York C...
Deconstructing Memes (with Penn Badgley)
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Penn Badgley is warm, kind, and incredibly thoughtful – fortunately, the exact opposite of his character in the Netflix series “You.” As someone...
Starting a TikTok Trend (with Moses Storm)
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Moses Storm has led a crazy life. The comedian and actor tells me about growing up in his family’s “failed” cult, living in a bus with his five ...
One of My Faves: Hitting Singles (with Office Ladies)
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I thought I peaked when they played my song “Whispers in the Breakroom” on their podcast. But oh no. It just got better. Angela Kinsey and Jenna F...
One of My Faves: Overthinking My First Talent Show (with Lance Bass)
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Please enjoy this encore episode of one of my favorite conversations. I did a podcast with my childhood crush and favorite member of NSYNC, and only f...
Making You Look (with Meghan Trainor)
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When I met Meghan Trainor, I found out she mixes her own songs on top of writing, performing, and generally being amazing. What you don’t see behind...
Stressing in My Flesh Suit (with Mike Birbiglia)
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Birbiglia’s stories about his life are the epitome of “funny ‘cuz they’re true.” He joins me to talk about his new Broadway show “The...
Finding My Superpower (with Atsuko Okatsuka)
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Atsuko Okatsuka once did stand-up during an earthquake – but that’s not even the craziest thing that’s happened in her life. Atsuko talks to me ...
Podcrushed: Penn Badgley Interviews Elyse Myers
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this special episode, Penn Badgley interviews me on his new podcast Podcrushed! Podcrushed explores the heartbreak, anxiety and self-discovery of b...
Finding Joy (with Jonathan Van Ness)
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When I think about joy, nobody embodies it better than Jonathan Van Ness. From the perfect oat milk latte to gymnastics, JVN shares what’s bringing ...
Falling In Love Again (with Kaitlyn Bristowe)
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kaitlyn is my good friend and appeared on the Bachelor as a contestant before starring as a Bachelorette herself. Believe it or not, she was the very ...
Hitting Singles (with Office Ladies)
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I thought I peaked when they played my song “Whispers in the Breakroom” on their podcast. But oh no. It just got better. Angela Kinsey and Jenna F...
Sketch(ing) Comedy (with Kevin Nealon)
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I grew up watching Kevin Nealon on SNL, and now he’s on my podcast. Are you joking??? Along with being an incredible comedian, Kevin tells me about ...
Remembering the First Time I Was Funny (with Rachel Bloom)
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If my life was a musical comedy, I'd ask Rachel Bloom to write, direct, AND star in it. The actress, singer/songwriter, and comedian tells me about he...
Manifesting My Magical Powers (with Tristen Winger)
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are an unbelievable amount of things actor Tristen Winger and I have in common – our love for music, our interest in engineering, our early gr...
Overthinking My First Talent Show (with Lance Bass)
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I did a podcast with my childhood crush and favorite member of NSYNC, and only freaked out a few times. The incredible Lance Bass tells me about growi...
Overthinking My First Kiss (with Paul Feig)
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Legendary director, writer, and actor Paul Feig joins me for our very first episode. Note to listeners: he’s in a seven-piece suit, and I’m in swe...
Hi, I’m Elyse Myers. Welcome to my podcast.
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You may recognize my face from the Internet. Maybe you’ve heard my stories about the funny but unbelievable things that have happened to me. Maybe y...