Podcast · 66 episodes

Good Hang with Amy Poehler

by The Ringer · English

Come hang with Amy Poehler. Each week on her podcast, she'll welcome celebrities and fun people to her studio. They'll share stories about their careers, mutual friends, shared enthusiasms, and most importantly, what's been making them laugh. This podcast is not about trying to make you better or giving advice. Amy just wants to have a good time.

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Andrew GarfieldAndrew Garfield discusses his love of hard work and performance, his approach to method acting (truthfully living under imagined circumstances without harming the cast/crew), and how competition and…29 Sep 2026 · 1 h 11 min

Ashley PadillaAshley Padilla discusses her path to SNL, the acting/writing approach that makes her sketches feel “real,” and a formative teenage arrest involving a rosebush, fake Chanel, and “mouthing off” to…22 Sep 2026 · 1 h 16 min

Robert De NiroRobert De Niro discusses his shyness and introversion, growing up in New York’s Village/Little Italy, working with directors (especially Martin Scorsese), acting craft (ambiguity, suspense, not…15 Sep 2026 · 1 h 18 min

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Sandra BullockSandra Bullock discusses her career range (comedy, drama, horror, romance), her approach to physical comedy, her upbringing and creative parents, acting training (Meisner), and making Gravity…8 Sep 2026 · 1 h 13 min · 32 chapters

Kenan ThompsonKenan Thompson discusses his path to SNL, performance instincts and timing, early influences (especially Eddie Murphy and Richard Pryor), learning to ice skate for Mighty Ducks, and how he and Amy…1 Sep 2026 · 1 h 8 min · 24 chapters

D'Arcy Carden (Live)Darcy Carden’s live Town Hall episode featuring her career, upbringing, and improv philosophy, plus audience Q&A and stories from her collaborators.25 Aug 2026 · 1 h 26 min · 36 chapters

Keke PalmerConversation with Keke Palmer about Virgo tendencies, organizing systems, “rest and ease,” emotional restraint, anger and how to access it safely, and her background growing up in Chicago and…18 Aug 2026 · 1 h 5 min · 24 chapters

Rosie O'DonnellRosie O’Donnell discusses authenticity and “telling the truth,” the cost of standing up for others, her one-woman show (Common Knowledge), and her career path from early comedy to Star Search and…11 Aug 2026 · 1 h 15 min · 38 chapters

Lena WaitheGood Hang episode with Lena Waithe, plus directors Jalen Levenson and Bill Rauch (Cats on Broadway). The episode opens with ads, then discusses Cats’ “Jellicle Ball” and ballroom culture.4 Aug 2026 · 1 h 14 min · 32 chapters

Anne LamottConversation with bestselling author Anne Lamott (Bird by Bird, Traveling Mercies, Operating Instructions, and Operating Instructions: a writing/parenting guide) about faith (Jesus and Mary),…28 Jul 2026 · 1 h 9 min · 26 chapters

John CenaJohn Cena discusses growing up in West Newbury, Massachusetts with four brothers; lessons from winning/losing and family; his views on professionalism (especially suits); his improvisational approach…21 Jul 2026 · 1 h 7 min · 29 chapters

Will FerrellWill Ferrell discusses his comedy career and creative approach, focusing on his SNL years, character-building (including makeup/costume), working with friends like Chris Parnell and Adam McKay, and…14 Jul 2026 · 1 h 15 min · 32 chapters

Matt DamonMatt Damon discusses his new starring role as Odysseus in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, focusing on long-lasting professional relationships, aging/joy, and the practical, expedition-like…7 Jul 2026 · 1 h 13 min · 28 chapters

Mindy KalingMindy Kaling discusses her career journey (from comedy and writing to starring/producing), her experiences as a woman of color in male-dominated rooms, and her new Hulu show Not Suitable for Work.30 Jun 2026 · 1 h 2 min · 31 chapters

Greta LeeThe episode is a conversation between hosts Amy and Greta Lee, with celebrity chef Alison Roman joining briefly.23 Jun 2026 · 1 h 14 min · 31 chapters

Sarah ShermanSarah Sherman (Saturday Night Live cast member) discusses her raunchy “body horror” comedy, her path from Long Island musical theater to SNL, and how she builds characters and sketches.16 Jun 2026 · 1 h 13 min · 32 chapters

Colman DomingoColeman Domingo’s life and craft—how his mother Edith shaped his confidence, why dancing matters, and how empathy drives his acting.9 Jun 2026 · 1 h 14 min · 34 chapters

Tom HollandTom Holland discusses his upbringing in Southwest London with comedian/photographer parents, how dancing shaped his career, lessons from his father, and behind-the-scenes experiences on major films.2 Jun 2026 · 1 h 15 min · 32 chapters

Lena DunhamLena Dunham discusses turning 40, introversion vs extroversion, press-tour self-care, the productivity myth (being “defective” when sick), sleep hygiene, and what made Girls resonate again.26 May 2026 · 1 h 6 min · 20 chapters

Paula PellPaula Pell, longtime SNL writer/performer, discussing her comedy craft, career path, and personal history (including closeted adolescence), plus her work on recent projects and her love of…19 May 2026 · 1 h 12 min · 32 chapters

Da'Vine Joy RandolphConversation with Da’Vine Joy Randolph about her varied performing career (opera, musical theater, acting, comedy), training and technique (voice, Shakespeare, pacing), and her experiences working…12 May 2026 · 1 h 14 min · 35 chapters

Billie EilishBillie Eilish discusses laughter as “medicine,” handling intrusive thoughts, authenticity/“cringe,” and her creative process—especially writing and singing—alongside family influence and her early…5 May 2026 · 1 h 24 min · 29 chapters

Jon HammJon Hamm discusses his career and personal influences, especially his path to acting, his Mad Men rewatch and the show’s emotional themes, and his relationships with fellow performers.28 Apr 2026 · 1 h 13 min · 33 chapters

Nick OffermanNick Offerman discusses his career and creative process, especially Parks and Recreation (Ron Swanson), his relationship with co-star Aubrey Plaza’s April Ludgate, and his book Little Woodchucks…21 Apr 2026 · 1 h 5 min · 22 chapters