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Your Hometown RocksMorgantown, WV with Matt HarbertCountry roads take us home it's time to talk Morgantown, West Virgina with special guest Matt Harbert (iO West, Pack Theatre). This college town has everything from cow pranks to Mothman!
2025-07-021h 04Your Hometown RocksMinisode: Labubu The FoolKate and Ana talk about the latest CONFUSING microtrend, protesting under fascism, and of course the latest Drag Race episode!
2025-06-2440 minYour Hometown RocksSt. Louis, MO with Zach Noe TowersZach Noe Towers (After Midnight, Netflix Is a Joke) lets us Meet Him In St. Louis (figuratively) to discuss exorcised demons, waffle cones, and incest cheese!
2025-06-1759 minYour Hometown RocksMinisode: Surviving Drag RaceAna and Kate talk Survivor, Drag Race All-Stars, and the anatomy of the fall of a Diva on this week's minisode. Drop your buffs and get into it!
2025-06-0431 minYour Hometown RocksMarlton, NJ with Jolie DarrowJolie Darrow (Fox, Stapleview, Hard Drive) joins us on the pod to talk about her hometown of Marlton, NJ as well as DIRT, DIRT, AND MORE DIRT! Not juicy gossip, like literal dirt. From Mothman to Dinosaurs we dig deep into what makes her hometown rock!
2025-05-271h 10Your Hometown RocksMinisode: Dog ButtonsAn update on Kate's water situation and a hot debate on whether humans can really talk to dogs.
2025-05-2017 minYour Hometown RocksMiami, FL with Alex PhippsAlex Phipps (Ziwe, Survival of the Thickest) is here to reflect on growing up in Miami, Florida. Monkeys, gators, and Versace, oh my!
2025-05-131h 08Your Hometown RocksHighland Park, IL with Zach SchiffmanZach Schiffman (New York Magazine, Full Frontal with Samantha Bee) joins us to talk about his hometown of Highland Park, IL. We discuss what allows popular kids to join exclusive lunch rooms, unique architecture, and social experiments gone HORRIBLY wrong.
2025-04-2957 minYour Hometown RocksMinisode: Hot Girl IBSKate and Ana discuss finding a public bathroom, the mile high club, and Ghostbusters.
2025-04-2212 minYour Hometown RocksCorpus Christi, TX with Clara SterlingClara Sterling (TikTok, Elysian Theater) uses her southern charm to bring us up to speed on Corpus Christi, TX! We cover the legend of La Lechuza, the Demon of Corpus Christi, and a real life Christmas miracle!
2025-04-151h 07Your Hometown RocksRochester, NY with Malcolm WhitfieldMalcolm Whitfield (The Hard Times, Crooked Media) sits down with us to tell us about all things Rochester. From white hots to garbage plates we learn about the one and only flower city!
2025-04-011h 06
Kari Assad Ghost Detective with Julia Stone and Marc SolomonSeason 4 Ep. 8 Kate Zasowski was Ghosted by her Therapist!This week we have the return of the hysterical Kate Zasowski katezasowski! Kate shares with us a time she was ghosted by her therapist in the middle of the writers' strike! It's possible that she ghosted Kate because she was in love with her but it's also more possible she died. Tune in and decide for yourself! Check out Kate Zasowski's podcast yourhometownrocks! A pod that interviews comedians about their hometowns and why they rock!
2025-03-2641 minYour Hometown RocksShelton, CT with Caitlin ReeseCaitlin Reese (Amazon Prime, The Onion) helps us break down her hometown's Sponge Rubber Products Plant fire. Plus, the only place in the world that makes Wiffle balls!
2025-03-181h 04Your Hometown RocksSan Rafael, CA with Dylan AdlerDylan Adler (Late Late Show with James Corden, Comedy Central) joins to tell us about how his hometown started 420.
2025-03-031h 05Your Hometown RocksFairport, NYYour hosts Kate and Ana discuss their shared hometown, Fairport, NY. Ghosts, scum-jumping, and cow-tipping galore!
2025-03-021h 18Kari Assad Ghost Detective with Julia Stone and Marc SolomonSeason 4 Ep. 3 Kate Zasowski & the Older Woman Vampire!Our first Vampire Diaries Guest is the one and only Kate Zasowski@katezasowski!We talk to Kate about her vampire being her first female relationship with an older woman! We also briefly decide that Twilight was good?!If you love the show check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ghostdetectivepodcast/aboutAlso give a listen to our friends over at perfectpoliticspod!Perfect Politics is hosted by comedians, roommates, and friends Sam Lindsey and Milan Patel. They talk about the news, movies...
2025-02-1915 min
Rat GirlsIntentional Dating with Kate ZasowskiThis week, we are joined by intentional dating expert, comedian, and writer- Kate Zasowski. She walks us through how she intentionally dates unintentionally and, as a result, feels less pressure and has more fun. We also nibble on ghosting, Saltburn, speed dating, The Golden Bachelor, Twilight, when the appropriate time to start celebrating Christmas is, and more!
2023-12-0553 min
From the Front PorchEpisode 447 || What Would Susie Read?This week on From the Front Porch, Annie is chatting with her mom, Susie, about books for readers with PG-13 tastes.
To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, visit our website (type “Episode 447” into the search bar and tap enter to easily find the books mentioned in this episode):
Thrush Green by Miss Read
Mrs. Porter Calling by AJ Pearce
What If It’s Wonderful by Nicole Zasowski
Dear Mrs. Bird by AJ Pearce
Yours Cheerfully by AJ Pearce
The Leftover Woman by Jean Kwok
Faking Christmas by Kerry...
2023-10-1945 min
WRONG! A Fucked Up Game Show#4 – THE 9/11 SPECIAL (ft. Ahmed Al-Kadri, Ben Brainard, Kate Zasowksi)Recorded live at the Roguelike Tavern in Burbank, 9/11/2023.OUR BRAVE CONTESTANTS: Ahmed Al-Kadri, Ben Brainard, Kate ZasowskiSUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON: patreon.com/wronggameshowCOME SEE US LIVE: New York City @ Caveat, 9/19, 9:30 PM Los Angeles @ The Comedy Store, 10/4, 8 PM This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wronggameshow.substack.com Get full access to Captain's Log at jaylight.substack.com/subscribe ...
2023-09-131h 36
Paperback ReadersPaperback Readers Episode 76
We’re late, but we’re back. This week’s shared read is Everybody’s Fool by Richard Russo. Join us next time as we talk to author Chad Alan Gibbs about his latest mystery series and all his books we love.Merry Ex-Mas by Courtney WalshHello Stranger by Katherine CenterWhat If It’s Wonderful by Nicole ZasowskiLovelight Farms by B.K. BorisonMusical Chairs by Ann PoeppelThe Temporary Roomie by Sarah AdamsThe Off-Limits Rule by Sarah AdamsGeorgie, A...
2023-07-2300 min
Paperback ReadersPaperback Readers Episode 76
We are back, better late than never! Here’s what we’ve been reading over the past weeks. Our shared read was Everybody’s Fool, by Richard Russo. Join us next time when we talk to author Chad Alan Gibbs about his latest mystery series and his whole catalog of amazing writing. Merry Ex-Mas by Courtney WalshHello Stranger by Katherine CenterWhat If It’s Wonderful by Nichole ZasowskiLovelight Farms by J.K. BorisonMusical Chairs by Amy PoeppelThe Off-Limits Rule by Sarah AdamsTh...
2023-07-2200 min
Alone At LunchAlone in the Closet with Kate ZasowskiThis week we are joined by Kate Zasowski. Kate is a Los Angeles based comedian, writer, and host. She has written for Disney+, NBC, and Netflix to name a few. Kate co-hosts the queer comedy podcast Straight Guys with Caitlin Reese (Alone at Lunch episode 1). Check out her website for more about Kate: www.katezasowski.com!
In this episode we discuss growing up in Rochester, NY, going to a small “very binary” school, memorizing jokes from a joke book, playing sports for the social aspect, and so much more! You don’t want to miss our di...
2022-05-231h 03
180 with Julia AustinFrom Anti- Gay Marriage To Openly QueerIn this episode I interview Kate Zasowski who grew up devoutly Catholic and believing that any relationship that wasn't between a man and a woman was a sin. Today, Kate is openly queer and has been in a happy relationship for nearly two years.
2022-01-2430 min
Straight GuysEpisode 45: Dick Friction w/ Heather ThomsonStand-up comedian Heather Thomson chats with us about feet, dating apps, and jorts.
2021-10-141h 15
Pod Damn AmericaYAHTZEE w/ Neda Davarpanah & Kate ZasowskiIATSE one of the largest unions in the country has authorized a strike if talks with management fall through. What does that mean for you and your little shows?
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2021-10-101h 13Straight GuysEpisode 44: Croc Technology w/ Kate SiskCaitlin goes to her first sex party! Then, from We're Having Gay Sex, Kate Sisk comes by to talk fat bears, TMI doctors, and Grimes.
2021-10-061h 33Straight GuysMinisode: Can't Sleep, Can't Cum, Can't LoseCaitlin and Kate talk the Kinsey Scale, when it's appropriate to raincheck, and Gayvira!
2021-09-2936 minStraight GuysEpisode 43: The Thong Shed w/ Kimberly DinaroFrom Left Breast Comedy, Kimberly Dinaro joins our table talk about RuPaul, Grimace, and LuLaRoe.
2021-09-221h 32Straight GuysEpisode 42: The Only Eggception w/ Reed BriceReed Brice, host of Library Hours, swings by to chat about blood donation, farts, and activism.
2021-09-151h 27Straight GuysEpisode 41: There's No Patriarchy Underwater w/ Alysia BrownTampon Rock creator and Lex expert (Lexpert) Alysia Brown hangs out to talk about the Nirvana baby, JoJo Siwa, and the gerblin empire.
2021-09-081h 22Straight GuysEpisode 40: Hurricane Not Reciprocating Oral w/ Otter LeeFrom Tooning Out the News, Otter Lee joins our discourse on Cats, Princess Diana, and That's So Raven.
2021-08-251h 26Straight GuysEpisode 39: Some of Us Believe Women w/ Grace FreudGrace Freud, writer on Rick and Morty, comes by and chats about kinks, Tropical Mambas, and Jamie Spears.
2021-08-181h 38Straight GuysEpisode 38: Stop With the Fruit Descriptions w/ Sheria MattisWe're stoked to be joined by Sheria Mattis from Loud Bitch Comedy and Netflix is a Joke, who gives her thoughts on gay doctors, bathing, and the beloved film "Stuck on You".
2021-08-111h 20Straight GuysEpisode 37: Da Babysitter w/ Carly MontagFrom the podcast Alone at Lunch, Carly Montag joins us to ponder annoying queers, wedding invitations, and sex dreams.
2021-08-041h 28Straight GuysEpisode 36: Bet Your Bottom DollarCaitlin and Kate discuss gleeking, public proposals, and camping.
2021-07-281h 14Straight GuysEpisode 35: The Twink Lobby w/ Ryan LeachRyan Leach (Awf Mag, The Onion) gives us his takes on spas, Cardi B, and being small.
2021-07-211h 24Straight GuysEpisode 34: Move the Moon w/ Wendi StarlingShe's the star of the documentary "Funny Pains" and @the.helpful.ho on TikTok, Wendi Starling! Wendi shares her experiences with sugar dating as we delve into autopsies, poppers, and stargazing.
2021-07-141h 27Straight GuysEpisode 33: Seeds vs. Nuts w/ Eman El-HusseiniFrom Just For Laughs and SiriusXM Radio, comedian Eman El-Husseini gives her hottest takes on Trader Joe's, gender reveals, and the Ikea pride couch.
2021-07-071h 25Straight GuysEpisode 32: Honk If You're Shitting w/ Ana McCaslandYou may know her as @hokageofdepression on TikTok, it's comedian and friend of the pod Ana McCasland! Get ready to laugh along as Ana talks with us about Pokemon, dolphins, and the rare double uterus.
2021-06-301h 24Straight GuysEpisode 31: Poetry Is DramaKate and Caitlin converse about beans, the English hillside, and Fifty Shades of Grey.
2021-06-231h 13Straight GuysEpisode 30: Holy Smokes w/ Rachel CosterComedian Rachel Coster hangs with us to talk dog shows, parasites, and hot cousins.
2021-06-161h 16Straight GuysEpisode 29: Love Is Not Love w/ Dino-Ray RamosDino-Ray Ramos is the creator of DIASPORA, a TV and film publication for marginalized voices, and he's also our latest guest! Dino dropped by to chat about corporate Pride, visors, and shrimp scampi.
2021-06-091h 19Straight GuysEpisode 28: Don't Give Me That Homo OxygenCaitlin and Kate talk about sodomy laws, social media, and counter nachos. Also, the pod has its first fart!
2021-06-021h 24Straight GuysEpisode 27: Top of the Line w/ Ann & Bob ZasowskiIn this very special episode, Kate's parents join to discuss Kate's childhood, queer identities, and hair.
2021-05-261h 20Straight GuysEpisode 26: Pentagram Poser w/ Nikki BlackHost of Midnight Macabredy and social media expert Nikki Black chats with us about Sabrina the Teenage Witch, yiffing, and death.
2021-05-191h 22Straight GuysEpisode 25: Rat Bastards w/ Ely KreimendahlFrom Funny Or Die and Ars Nova, Ely Kreimendahl stops in to talk queer motherhood, kicking balls, and the latest cryptocurrency.
2021-05-121h 27Straight GuysEpisode 24: Morning Sap w/ Rita BrentFrom Kevin Hart's Hart of The City, Rita Brent helps us explore penis amenities, self-driving Subarus, and aggressive lesbianism.
2021-05-051h 15Straight GuysEpisode 23: Josh Fight w/ Yamini NambimadomWe're joined by the host of Pillow Fight podcast, Yamini Nambimadom! Together we cover Caitlyn Jenner's shot at governor, magic mushrooms, and gifted children (ugh).
2021-04-281h 20
Straight GuysEpisode 22: Butt Narcs w/ Marie ConnorShe's opened for Stormy Daniels and you probably follow her on Twitter: it's Marie Connor! She helps us wrap our minds around small dolls, neopronouns, and how to dance when you're tall.
2021-04-211h 15
Straight GuysEpisode 21: The Concept of Lowe's w/ Matt Grote & Willie MuseOur first couple on the pod! Matt Grote (Awf Magazine) and Willie Muse (CollegeHumor) help us ponder Prince, almost squirting, and email break-ups.
2021-04-141h 20
Straight GuysEpisode 20: Being a Human is So HardIt's our 20th podcast episode!!! Caitlin writes her own Lex ad. Plus, Lil Nas X, boats, and circle jerks.
2021-03-311h 19
Straight GuysEpisode 19: I Didn't Peg Ya w/ Ashley RayPop culture writer and host of TV, I Say podcast Ashley Ray joins us! We discuss our Venus signs, photoshop skills, and problematic summer camps.
2021-03-251h 25
Straight GuysEpisode 18: Raccoons Eating Cereal w/ Ever MainardYou've seen them on Netflix, Conan, or perhaps their monthly show What's Your Problem, Sir! And now Ever Mainard is here, to talk with us about cruises, plogging, and Ren Faires.
2021-03-181h 18
Straight GuysEpisode 17: No Glove No Love w/ Justin RandallThis week we're joined by host of We Were Christian Kids, Justin Randall! Justin weighs in on Botox, mukbang, and whether to let people enjoy things.
2021-03-111h 07
Straight GuysEpisode 16: Potato Head Gaslighting w/ Clara Pluton & Val NigroWe're joined by the hysterical hosts of Hot Takes With Hot Dykes, Clara Pluton and Val Nigro! In this raucous episode we cover everything from frosted tips to trans-friendly cookies to Post Malone.
2021-03-041h 29
Straight GuysEpisode 15: Cat Lady is a Slur w/ Jes TomJes Tom, host of Netflix social's queer advice show Dear Jes, joins Caitlin & Kate! We analyze pink slime, the best/worst sex toys, and age gap relationships.
2021-02-241h 14
Straight GuysEpisode 14: Tops and Bottoms w/ Veronica KwiatkowskiWe learn why so many of Caitlin's past partners were confused... then stand-up comedian Veronica Kwiatkowski comes by to discuss The Boss, Soul Cycle, and jealousy.
2021-02-181h 06
Straight GuysEpisode 13: Roses w/ Lorelei RamirezLorelei Ramirez (Los Espookys, Adult Swim) graces us with their presence to talk Titanic, talk Walmart, and talk shit.
2021-02-031h 11
Straight GuysEpisode 12: Worm Cuck w/ @HotmessbianOur guest this week is Cheyenne, the sapphic brains behind @Hotmessbian and partner in our upcoming Instagram LIVE show! We get real about the Bernie meme, serial killers, and how to spot a gay in the wild.
2021-01-271h 07
Straight GuysEpisode 11: Hex The Moon w/ Rebecca CaplanRebecca Caplan, friend of the pod and a writer currently developing a pilot with Exec. Producer Margaret Cho, hangs out to talk about RENT, Cottagecore, and good vs. bad pranks.
2021-01-201h 07
Straight GuysEpisode 10: Smells Like Batshit w/ Pallavi GunalanKate has her own Vagina Monologue (gross) and then we are joined by Lovett or Leave It writer Pallavi Gunalan! The three of us dive into Olive Garden, the word "daddy", and infiltrating Grindr.
2021-01-141h 09
Straight GuysEpisode 9: Throwing Ropes w/ Jaye McBrideWe tackle the delicate situation of queer haircuts before Comedy Central's Jaye McBride hops on! She weighs in on surprise implants, Funko Pops, and boogers.
2021-01-051h 14
Straight GuysEpisode 8: Wales Is Queer England w/ DeAnne SmithCaitlin and Kate get serious about friendship breakups, then DeAnne Smith stops by to lighten things up! They talk with us about dog veganism, head-shaving, and boob rules.
2020-12-301h 14
Straight GuysEpisode 7: The Holiday Gooch w/ Samantha RuddyWe're feeling holly and jolly after a visit from the hilarious Samantha Ruddy (Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert)! We chat about bitcoin, mousse pubes, and of course... HAPPIEST SEASON.
2020-12-231h 03
Straight GuysEpisode 6: A Committed Throuple w/ Jay JurdenHe's been on Colbert and Fallon, and now bisexual icon Jay Jurden joins us to talk Lorde, birdwatching, and backseat urns.
2020-12-151h 03
Straight GuysEpisode 5: PC Milk Culture w/ Robin TranIs shoplifting cool? Is Simba hot? Is soup bad? From Historical Roasts, comedian Robin Tran helps us answer these questions and more!
2020-12-081h 02
Straight GuysEpisode 4: Florida & Flexes w/ Shantira JacksonSaved by the Bell writer Shantira Jackson educates us on weddings, gators, and Grey's Anatomy. Kate learns that Caitlin is a divorcée.
2020-12-0258 min
Straight GuysEpisode 3: Big Ol' Jugs w/ Sam MorrisonOur first guest! Comedian Sam Morrison joins to give his take on egg babies, sex cults, and hand size.
2020-11-1858 min
Straight GuysEpisode 2: Hot Bi PopeIt's International Ass Day! Caitlin and Kate honor drag queen makeup, dishonor zoom dicks, and decide whether kink is supermarket friendly.
2020-11-1857 min
Straight GuysEpisode 1: Porn at a FuneralIt's our first episode! Caitlin and Kate discuss traumatic breakups, embarrassing porn experiences, and dating app etiquette. Also, is queerbaiting a thing or not?
2020-11-1859 min
Delayed Reactions#2 Spring Breakers with Kate ZasowskiSince Ali and Sam just had their last spring break ever, they decided to sit down with the super hilarious Kate Zasowski to talk about Spring Breakers. Sit down, relax, and pour yourself a tropical drank because we are going down south for this one!
2017-04-0100 min