The Worst Podcast
Celebrities are always talking about their bests. Now hear them at their worst.
Join award-winning filmmaker and noted curmudgeon Alan Zweig for refreshingly honest conversations with “notable people” about the worst things in life.
Alan has no interest in best-selling books or Hollywood triumphs, and doesn’t know (or care) much about his guests. He’s looking for real conversations that dig deep and get to the worst things: nagging fears, embarrassing secrets and haunting regrets. And he’ll no doubt share a few of his own along the way.
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Episodes
Death, Sex, and Money - Bob The Drag Queen
If you lived in Columbus, Georgia in the 90s, you might remember a queer club called Sensations. But Bob the Drag Queen knew Sensations by day, not night – she was in elementary school when her mom owned the place. Bob eventually moved to New York City, and now, she’s an international stand-up comedian and drag star.In this episode, Bob talks to Anna Sale about turning her big ideas into iconic side hustles, trying to move her family into a bigger home, and supporting and collaborating with queer and trans people in small U.S. towns as a co-host of the HBO reality show Elsewhere.Podcast production by Afi Yellow-Duke and Lilly Clark in 2021.Death, Sex & Money is now produced by Slate! Follow wherever your listen to get more episodes like this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27/11/24•35m 10s
The Worst Thing About Dating a Good-Looking Guy, with Steph Tolev
Comedian Steph Tolev insists that hemorrhoids are everywhere, tickling should be illegal, and going bottomless is far superior to topless. Alan offers some relationship advice.You can catch Steph Tolev live on her Canadian Filth Queen Tour! See the dates near you and get tickets at: punchup.live/stephtolev/ticketsThis show cannot get made without you. Go to https://canadaland.com/join/ to support us and get exclusive weekly episodes and ad-free listening.Sponsors:AG1: The Worst Podcast listeners 5 free AG1 travel packs + Vitamin D3+K2. Go to https://drinkag1.com/theworstBetterHelp: The Worst Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month. Go to https://betterhelp.com/theworstpod/You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
09/10/24•33m 39s
The Worst Thing Rick Moody Ever Said to His Mother
Novelist Rick Moody (The Ice Storm) tells Alan about being an asshole in college, his aching knees, and still being haunted by hitting a deer years ago. Alan gets all verklempt when he realizes who he's talking to.This show cannot get made without you. Go to https://canadaland.com/join/ to support us and get exclusive weekly episodes and ad-free listening. Thank you for supporting Canadaland!Sponsors:AG1: The Worst Podcast listeners 5 free AG1 travel packs + Vitamin D3+K2. Go to https://drinkag1.com/theworstBetterHelp: The Worst Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month. Go to https://betterhelp.com/theworstpod/You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
02/10/24•32m 33s
The Worst Thing About Being Positive, with Ron MacLean
Beloved Canadian sports broadcaster Ron MacLean (and longtime foil to Don Cherry) talks about infertility, professional anxiety and why he just doesn’t have it in him to be negative. Alan compares the interview to getting a colonoscopy.This show cannot get made without you. Go to https://canadaland.com/join to support us and get exclusive weekly episodes and ad-free listening.Sponsors:AG1: The Worst Podcast listeners 5 free AG1 travel packs + Vitamin D3+K2. Go to https://drinkag1.com/theworstBetterHelp: The Worst Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month. Go to https://betterhelp.com/theworstpod/You can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25/09/24•36m 8s
The Worst Thing About Friends With Drag Star Queen Priyanka
Drag queen superstar Queen Priyanka admits to bullying white people and shares some of the worst things family and boyfriends have said about her drag career. Alan contemplates how to take a picture of his butthole. Queen Priyanka has just released her debut album “DEVASTATIA”, and is heading out on a North American tour starting October 9th. To listen to the album and get more information, including tour dates and tickets, go to: thequeenpriyanka.comThis show cannot get made without you. Go to https://canadaland.com/join to support us and get exclusive weekly episodes and ad-free listening.Sponsors:AG1: The Worst Podcast listeners get 5 free AG1 travel packs + Vitamin D3+K2. Go to drinkag1.com/theworst Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18/09/24•33m 10s
The Worst Way to Spend Your College Years, with Anna Sale
Fellow (but better known and widely beloved) podcaster Anna Sale (Death, Sex and Money) discusses the ways her children drive her crazy, the underrated power of shame, and the biggest regret from her college years. Alan invites himself onto her show.This show cannot get made without you. Go to https://canadaland.com/join to support us and get exclusive weekly episodes and ad-free listening.Sponsors:AG1: The Worst Podcast listeners 5 free AG1 travel packs + Vitamin D3+K2. Go to https://drinkag1.com/theworstBetterHelp: The Worst Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month. Go to https://betterhelp.com/theworstpod/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/09/24•37m 18s
The Worst Jobs Paul and Janie Tompkins Ever Suffered Through
Comedian Paul F. Tompkins and actress Janie Haddad Tompkins discuss their aged couch, shit jobs, and the infuriating let down of a weak handshake. Alan forgets the name of one of his guests.Find Paul and Janie on their stream of consciousness conversation podcast STAY F. HOMEKINS and on Janie’s Substack WEEKEND WATER.This show cannot get made without you. Go to canadaland.co/join to support us and get exclusive weekly episodes and ad-free listening.Sponsors:AG1 - The Worst Podcast listeners 5 free AG1 travel packs + Vitamin D3+K2. Go to drinkag1.com/theworstYou can listen ad-free on Amazon Music—included with Prime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04/09/24•49m 6s
The Worst Podcast trailer
Acclaimed filmmaker and noted curmudgeon Alan Zweig finds celebrity interviews dull and predictable. And he just might have the solution for what ails him: conversations with "notable people" about the worst things in life. Season one of The Worst Podcast launches September 4. Hear the worst from comedians Paul & Janie Tompkins, legendary podcaster Anna Sale, Canadian icon Ron McLean, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07/08/24•2m 37s