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Do you know where your donor dollars and time are actually going? Activist, thought leader, and founder of the social impact campaign YouAreEssential Ashlee Marie Preston joins Jonathan to discuss the trillion-dollar industry that is the US non-profit sector, the ways in which non-profit organizations can undercut to the aims of grassroots political movements, and how we can work to dismantle a system that doesn’t always serve the communities it claims to protect.

The Boys welcome LILY SULLIVAN to debut her new album.

Marsha P. Johnson Institute founder Elle Hearns sits down with Cameron to discuss growing up in Ohio, calling on people to move beyond empathy, and what the institute provides to those who need it.

Comedian and writer W. Kamau Bell feels cautiously optimistic, but still not great about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Kamau sits down with Conan to talk about meeting Anthony Bourdain, doing bits with his kids, and tolerating discomfort. Later, Conan’s assistant Sona recounts losing her wallet.

On another Summer S’mores special, Conan and the Chill Chums discuss the perfect murder.

Congrats all around to this year’s Emmy nominees, including Matt and Dave who were basically nominated by affiliation. This week the guys listen to another riveting My First Time #Fleshhunger story before welcoming not one, but TWO all-star guests. This is the double feature of the summer! First up the guys chat with Kayleigh Llewellyn about her amazing show In My Skin (on Hulu and BBC3). Then, Matt and Dave talk with Sam Feder about his brilliant documentary Disclosure (on Netflix).

Trump sought to trademark ‘tele-rally’. Tala Ashe, Travon Free, and Negin have plenty to say about it. They also explore misconceptions about people who receive stimulus checks and what white fragility means, historically.

On this week’s Throwing Shade, Erin talks about the ways in which women are taking control of their own bodies by pushing back against Eurocentric beauty standards in quarantine – plus, tips on health-ifying your aesthetic routine. Then, Bryan discusses the case of Stella Immanuel, the doctor who claims masks are unnecessary and gynecological problems are caused by demon sperm, as well as a Mary Kay saleswoman who was dropped after removing a Black Lives Matter sign in order to “send a message.”

Sharon Udoh aka Counterfeit Madison joins improvisers Charlie Sanders, Vic Michaelis, and Matt Besser for a special music edition of improv4humans! Counterfeit Madison performs songs that inspire scenes about borrowing a canary for a coal mine, dating a stadium full of people, deciding whether to twist or shout, and more.

Lauren Lapkus, Stephanie Allynne, Mary Holland, and Erin Whitehead are all friends, make up the improv group Wild Horses, and have been specially requested for your listening pleasure on this week’s improv4humans with Matt Besser! Join them as they take us to a unique library story time, show us how embarrassing it is to be overly prepared for a phone call to a crush, and describe why cheese is sometimes not for everyone. Original airdate: February 13, 2014.

This episode is an All-Around winner, because Jonathan is talking with six-time Olympic medalist and captain of the Fierce Five and Final Five gymnastics teams, Aly Raisman. This isn’t a Level 10 conversation about gymnastics, gardening, and more—it’s certified Elite. Follow Aly on Instagram and Twitter @alyraisman, and learn more about her book Fierce here.

On the final Summer S’mores special, Conan and the Chill Chums discuss who Conan should expect to see at his own funeral.

CHRIS GETHARD returns to help The Boys prepare for the Earwolf-Sirius XM mixer.

Civil rights attorney Michele Rayner-Goolsby sits down with Cameron to discuss her run (as Michele Rayner) to represent Florida’s District 70 in the House, her evolving relationship with religion, and meeting her wife.

Conan’s team tries to induce chill-ness by any means necessary on another special Summer S’mores episode.

Conan and his team contemplate an alternate presidential history on another Summer S’mores special.

First and foremost how is everyone holding up after seeing Zac Efron’s “dad bod”? Dave and Matt hope you’re ok and have a brand new My First Time (#FleshHunger) to lift your spirits. Then, the incredible John Benjamin Hickey is here to chat with the guys about surviving COVID completely alone, living in East Hampton, Babylon Berlin, The Waltons, directing Plaza Suite (starring Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick), postponing a full year, the future of Broadway, dream casting Tiger King, Brady Bunch, Rich Man, Poor Man, Making Love, being more afraid of being an actor than gay, meeting Andy Cohen on the 976 line, meeting John’s partner at a brunch, creating a queer community through work, spending more time with your partner now than ever before, growing up in Plano, TX, and how handling COVID *can* be an amazing gesture of love.

Christian Finnegan and Seena Ghaznavi join Negin to discuss Trump’s bizarre Fox News interview and why the protests in Portland aren’t getting more media attention. They also talk about “cancel culture” and debate whether anyone truly gets canceled.

This week, Bryan discusses the sordid saga of former ambassador to Germany Richard Grenell, one of the only openly LGBTQ+ officials appointed by Trump, and his Twitter tirade against the Victory Fund, which supports LGBTQ+ individuals running for office. Then, Erin covers the latest in anti-abortion bills across America and how state legislations are taking the “heartbeat bill” to another level.

This week’s Getting Curious is a show like no other, since Jonathan is joined by the iconic Tony, Grammy, and Emmy award winner Audra McDonald. She and Jonathan discuss the critical work she’s doing as the co-founder of Black Theatre United, an organization that is advocating for equity in the theater world and the nation. They also discuss how theatergoers can continue to support the performing arts community, during the Covid-19 pandemic and beyond. (And stick around for the third act to hear Audra’s recommendations for what to watch and listen to once you’re done with the episode!)

LITTLE ESTHER and DAVE KING return to share the true meaning of love.

Recent grad Renn Tan sits down with Cameron to discuss growing up in Malaysia, home not feeling like home, and how language informs their identity. Sign up for their book subscription service that delivers Black and LGBTQ+ literature: https://www.newsunsbox.com/launch/

Actor Tom Hanks feels grand about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Tom sits down with Conan to talk about recovering from COVID-19 in Australia, writing the screenplay for his new WWII-era film Greyhound, and the first thing he ever saw on YouTube.

Judy Gold and Jody Avirgan join Negin to break down Trump's most recent press conference, the Goya controversy, and their love/hate relationship with Amazon. They also get into Dr. Anthony Fauci's work during the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

Zach Woods, Casey Feigh and Ronnie Adrian join Matt Besser on this week’s improv4humans. Listen to this episode to hear the story of how Matt Besser entered college as an athlete and left as a weed smoker, how Casey Feigh lost his virginity, how to handle your invisible dick, and what to do if betrayed by a beautiful and deceitful woman. Remember, everyone is a liar!