Pam Gaslow - Podcast Details

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Wham Bam Thank You Pam From Shoes to Stock Scandals: Steve Madden Gets Real with PamPam welcomes fashion legend Steve Madden for a deeply personal conversation about ambition, addiction, creativity, and second chances. From sweeping the basement of a Long Island shoe store to running a global brand, Steve shares the pivotal moments that shaped him—including getting sober, serving time in prison, building his company back stronger, and raising three kids later in life. This episode is real, vulnerable, unexpectedly funny, and packed with insight on what it actually takes to start from the bottom, rebuild after failure, and stay grounded through success.@pam_gaslow

2025-12-0251 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Sit, Stay, Survive: Dog Training with animal behaviorist Sunny GurulePam’s guest this week is Sonny Gurule, an animal behaviorist and founder of Clever Canine Academy, who’s gone from training dolphins in Singapore to pampered Miami pups — including Pam’s very own furry madman, Luigi.The two share a hilarious, eye-opening chat about how dolphins inspired Sonny’s approach to dog training, why crate training isn’t cruel, and how most dog problems are actually people problems.Pam also reveals her completely unqualified approach to picking pets (“I choose them like I choose men — he’s cute, let’s go home”) and reads...

2025-10-2146 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Seventeen Years Sober & Still Funny: Comedian Patrick Holbert Tells AllThis week on Wham Bam Thank You Pam, Pam sits down with stand-up comedian, director, and producer Patrick Holbert, who’s celebrating 17 years sober. Patrick opens up about discovering alcohol in college, the “fun guy” persona that spiraled into arrests and wild stunts (yes, there’s a cockpit story), and the moment a relationship ultimatum finally pushed him toward change. He shares how recovery tools fueled his return to comedy, what it’s like doing raw, honest sets for college audiences, and why vulnerability is the secret weapon for turning dark material into big laughs. Plus: Patr...

2025-09-2540 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam The Luxury of Time: Inside Rêve Travel Club with Erica JackowitzPam sits down with Erica Jackowitz—former attorney turned co-founder of Roman & Erica and Rêve Travel Club—to unpack what real luxury travel means when your scarcest asset is time. Born from a botched Cabo booking, Erica’s model acts like a personal assistant to your leisure, rejecting cookie-cutter itineraries in favor of five-sense memories: e-biking through Florence instead of riding in an S-Class, turning Rome’s Trevi Fountain into a hands-on family moment, and scouting the globe so clients always land in the right place at the right time. She and Pam swap candid stories (camel rides, observati...

2025-09-1850 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam From Facelifts to Family Law: Jenny Hutt on Reinvention, Real Talk, and Living WellIn this candid, funny, and refreshingly honest conversation, Pam reconnects with longtime acquaintance Jenny Hutt—lawyer, podcaster, author, entrepreneur, and self-proclaimed “expert connector.” They swap stories about their days in a wild NYC building, the myths and realities of weight loss, learning to love exercise for mental health, and why sharing personal struggles can be a lifeline for others. Jenny opens up about her journey from media to family law, the pivotal moments that led to her transformation, and why she chose to be completely transparent about getting a facelift. From navigating grief and marriage changes to building a career...

2025-08-1448 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam A 29-Year Journey Through Sobriety—in 23 MinutesIn this solo episode, Pam reflects on nearly three decades without a drink—minus the math error, plus a few weed-fueled detours that landed her in rehab. Twice. From drinking her way through college to vaping into oblivion in Miami, Pam gets brutally honest about losing herself, finding herself, and doing it all over again.There are bad decisions, one-night stands turned spiritual messengers, AA pamphlets shoved across therapist desks, and plenty of “WTF am I doing?” moments. It’s funny, messy, painful, and real.YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@whambampampodcast@pam_gaslow

2025-08-0624 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Stop Trying! Author Carla Ondrasik on Fear, Procrastination, and Getting UnstuckThis week on Wham Bam Thank You Pam, I sit down with Carla Ondrasik—former music publishing exec turned creative mentor and author of the upcoming book Stop Trying! Carla spent decades helping artists like Barbra Streisand, Mariah Carey, Cher, and her husband (Five for Fighting's John Ondrasik) climb the charts. Now, she’s helping the rest of us ditch the word “try” and start doing. We talk fear, procrastination, how to eat the frog, and what happens when you stop waiting and start acting. Plus, how a random hot tub encounter led to Mel Robbins endorsing her book.You...

2025-07-2940 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Sexual Zionism, Shabbat Stoners & Jewish Babies: Uri Cohen UnfilteredPam sits down with Israeli activist, comedian, and viral content creator Uri Cohen—who proves that fighting antisemitism can be funny, chaotic, and wildly effective. From his start as a hilariously bad IDF medic to launching JewUri (his matchmaking page that’s made actual Jewish babies), Uri shares the outrageous story behind his rise as a digital disruptor. They dive into his controversial clothing brand “Sexual Zionism,” his experience getting shadow banned by Meta, and why he’s leading a new generation of loud-and-proud Jews—on Instagram, at rallies, and even on pub crawls. Plus: cannabis-themed Shabbat dinners, creepy DMs, Israeli...

2025-07-1645 min

2025-07-0245 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Bombs, Boobs, and Bad Decisions: My Ex the Undercover CopToday’s guest has defused bombs in war zones, served undercover for the NYPD, and—most impressive of all—dated me. I sit down with Mark DeSimone, a decorated vet and former cop with a jaw-dropping resume and a history of chaos, courage, and second chances. We talk serving in Iraq, addiction, 9/11, naked arrests (yes, really), and what it’s like to be on both sides of the law. From Mad Dog 2020 to Homeland Security, this episode is as intense as it is unexpectedly hilarious.YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@whambampampodcast@pam_gaslow

2025-06-2547 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Escaping the Six-Figure Jail: Julian Castro's Leap from Engineering to Abstract ArtIn this episode of Wham Bam Thank You Pam, Pam sits down with modern abstract artist Julian Castro—who ditched a six-figure engineering gig designing ocean-floor oil systems to paint shirtless in a Miami studio. They talk imposter syndrome, quitting the corporate world, selling your soul (or your painting), and why art might actually be a necessity. From Snoopy closets to cow tipping, it’s an honest, hilarious, and inspiring conversation about choosing creativity over convention—and figuring it out as you go. Oh, and yes, they cover eggs.YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@whambampampodcast@pam...

2025-06-1841 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Velvet Ropes & Rehab: Ingrid Casares on Nightlife, Madonna & SobrietyPam sits down with Miami nightlife legend Ingrid Casares—club queen, entrepreneur, and the woman who ran the '90s from behind the velvet rope. From co-owning the iconic Club Liquid to partying (and later parenting) through it all, Ingrid opens up about her wild past, her high-profile friendship with Madonna (yes, she’s in that sex book), and what it’s really like to buy celebs blow… while staying sober. They also talk relapses, reinvention, and how she helped turn a wellness drink into a billion-dollar brand. From wild nights to personal growth, Ingrid shares it all with unfilter...

2025-06-1133 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Scalpels, Sagging & Self-Image: Dr. Lee Gibstein Gets Real About Plastic SurgeryPam sits down with Dr. Lee Gibstein, a seasoned South Florida plastic surgeon, for his very first podcast interview. They dive into the rise of Zoom-face panic, Ozempic-induced sagging, and why some patients need a psychiatrist more than a scalpel. From avoiding overfilled faces to turning away unstable clients, Dr. Gibstein dishes out dry humor and brutally honest takes on what’s gone too far in the world of aesthetics. Plus, Pam shares her own eye surgery experience and grills him on everything from fake body parts to real regrets.YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@whambampampodcast...

2025-06-0444 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam From Orthodox to Outrageous: Olga Namer UnfilteredPam Gaslow sits down with the sharp, quirky comedian Olga Namer, who went from modern Orthodox Brooklyn to the comedy spotlight, snagging a win at the 2018 Ladies of Laughter and touring with big-name acts. Olga spills on breaking into stand-up, family drama, dating disasters, and why moving to Florida might be her next terrible idea. YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@whambampampodcast@pam_gaslow@olganamer

2025-05-2840 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam From Rock Bottom to Mindset Mentor: Wade Houston’s No-BS Path to Sobriety, Success & Spiritual GrowthPam sits down with Wade Houston—former 10X Health president, mindset mentor, and unapologetic truth-teller—for a raw, no-filter convo on addiction, ego death, and building a life worth waking up early for. They cover everything from getting drugged and robbed by a hooker to baking cookies for AA meetings, the myth of “California sober,” why spiritual routines beat snooze buttons, and what kind of woman makes it past his brutal DM checklist. If you need a wake-up call with a side of wit, this one’s your alarm clock.YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@whambampampodcast@pam...

2025-05-2143 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Til Divorce Do Us Part - Divorce Lawyer Larry Greenberg on Love, Loss, and Legal DramaPam Gaslow sits down with veteran divorce attorney Larry Greenberg, who's spent over 30 years watching love implode—legally. They dive into the pettiest courtroom drama, the real reasons couples call it quits, and why prenups might just be the most romantic document you'll ever sign. From emotional warfare to who gets the dog, Larry shares wild stories, sharp insights, and surprisingly heartfelt advice for anyone brave enough to get married—or divorced.YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@whambampampodcast@pam_gaslow

2025-05-1447 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Actor, Singer, Human Lollipop Whisperer: Jordana Lilly Does It All (Except Flake on This Episode)On this episode of Wham Bam Thank You Pam, Pam sits down with the wildly talented and refreshingly unhinged Jordana Lilly—actor, singer, ASMR spa founder, and former Disneyland princess. They talk upside-down shampoo bottles, bear language, flaking with flair, back-scratching as a business model, and why $5 is never enough to lick a lollipop and whisper your name. Also: feet. There’s a lot of feet talk.YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@whambampampodcast@pam_gaslow@iamjordanalilly

2025-05-0738 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Stalkers, Hecklers & Dating Disasters: A Conversation with Brady MatthewsComedian, actor, and artist Brady Matthews joins Pam for a chaotic, hilarious, and slightly inappropriate first-date-that’s-actually-a-podcast. They cover everything from dating disasters and mile-high mayhem to stalkers, stand-up bombs, and sponge trauma. Brady talks about getting passed at The Comedy Store, auditioning for SNL, and why he’s retiring single-guy material for a more “dad” vibe. Pam tries to keep it professional—but mostly fails. It's charming, unfiltered, and weirdly heartwarming.YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@whambampampodcast@pam_gaslow@bradymatthews13

2025-04-3039 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Rabbi with a Mic - A Comedy Confession with Menachem SilversteinPam Gaslow gets into it with comedian-slash-rabbi Menachem Silverstein, who went from ultra-Orthodox Brooklyn, where TV and dating were off-limits, to marriage, kids, and the LA comedy scene. They talk starting a synagogue, navigating stereotypes and antisemitism, and the uphill battle of getting laughs in a yarmulke. YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@whambampampodcast@pam_gaslow@menachemsilverstein

2025-04-2334 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Converting, Cargo Shorts, and Circumcision: A Comedic Chat with Megan NagerPam Gaslow interviews Megan Nager—actor, comedian, author, content creator, and soon-to-be mom. They discuss Megan’s move from LA to Florida, dating, and meeting her husband on set. When Megan reveals he's converting to Judaism, it sparks a funny discussion about Jewish men. They joke about Megan giving birth mid-show and dive into dating, cultural quirks, and circumcision—all with their signature humor.YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@whambampampodcast@pam_gaslow@meghanmakescomedy

2025-04-1638 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Converting, Cargo Shorts, and Circumcision: A Comedic Chat with Megan NagerPam Gaslow interviews Megan Nager—actor, comedian, author, content creator, and soon-to-be mom. They joke about Megan giving birth mid-show, which Pam sees as a viral goldmine. They chat about Megan’s move from LA to Florida, dating apps, and meeting her husband on set in 2018. When Megan reveals he's converting to Judaism, Pam is surprised, sparking a hilarious chat about dating Jewish men and cultural quirks. The conversation takes a comedic turn into circumcision, cultural norms, and personal experiences—all with their signature humor.

2025-04-0938 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Converting, Cargo Shorts, and Circumcision: A Comedic Chat with Megan NagerPam Gaslow interviews Megan Nager, an actor, comedian, author, content creator, and soon-to-be mom. They joke about Megan giving birth mid-show, which Pam sees as a viral goldmine. They chat about Megan’s move from LA to Florida, dating apps, and meeting her husband on set. When Megan reveals he's converting to Judaism, it sparks a hilarious chat about dating Jewish men and cultural quirks. The conversation takes a comedic turn as they discuss circumcision, cultural norms, and personal experiences—all with their signature humor.

2025-04-0838 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Electroboy: A Journey Through Mania, Mental Health Struggles, and the Power of Storytelling with Andy BehrmanPam Gaslow interviews Andy Behrman, the author of Electroboy, a memoir detailing his experiences with bipolar disorder, the challenges of seeking help, and the journey of self-discovery through writing. The discussion covers their friendship, the process of writing the book, and the importance of honesty in telling one's story. Andy shares his experiences with ECT, legal troubles related to art counterfeiting, and reflections on parenting while managing mental health.YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@whambampampodcast@pam_gaslow

2025-04-0841 min

Wham Bam Thank You Pam Spicing Things Up: Sex, Intimacy, and Reigniting Desire with Sexologist Tania HudsonIn this episode of Wham Bam Thank You Pam, Pam is joined by Tania Hudson, a sex and intimacy coach and sexologist from California. Tanya discusses helping individuals and couples with everything from sexual dysfunction to exploring kinks and enhancing intimacy. They talk about the importance of communication in relationships, the role of shame in sexual issues, and how mismatched libido can affect couples. Tania shares her journey into the field, her trauma-informed approach, and how she helps clients reconnect and revitalize their sex lives.YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@whambampampodcast@pam_gaslow

2025-04-0836 min

Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction Dopey 402: Confessions of a Fentanyl Dealer pt. 4 with Fentanyl Jay plus Stoner Sex with Pam Gaslow, Heroin, Benzos, Crack, weed, recoveryThis week on Dopey! (NOTE: THIS IS THE SAME SHOW FROM LAST WEEK - WE ARE EXPERIENCING MINOR TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES-THERE WILL BE A NEW SHOW TONIGHT(3/17) DON'T FRET!) We are joined by journalist, humorist and author Pam Gaslow - and hear all about her new book 'Don't Bring Your Vibrator to Rehab' a super funny memoir on her stoner relapse and journey to recovery! Plus! Fentanyl Jay is back with the super crazy Dopey! Including a crazy drug dealer robbery PLUS Dopey voicemails and emails to boot! On a brand spanking new episode of the good old Dopey show! More...

2023-03-172h 11

Dopey: On the Dark Comedy of Drug Addiction Dopey 402: Confessions of a Fentanyl Dealer pt. 4 with Fentanyl Jay plus Stoner Sex with Pam Gaslow, Heroin, Benzos, Crack, weed, recoveryThis week on Dopey! We are joined by journalist, humorist and author Pam Gaslow - and hear all about her new book 'Don't Bring Your Vibrator to Rehab' a super funny memoir on her stoner relapse and journey to recovery! Plus! Fentanyl Jay is back with the super crazy Dopey! Including a crazy drug dealer robbery! PLUS Dopey voicemails and emails to boot! On a brand spanking new episode of the good old Dopey show!More on Dopey:Dopey Podcast is the world’s greatest podcast on drugs, addiction and dumb shit. Chris and I were...

2023-03-102h 11

B Live Media Podcasts Writers Corner: Don't Bring Your Vibrator to Rehab: A Somewhat Comedic Memoir by Pam GaslowDon't Bring Your Vibrator to Rehab is an emotionally frenzied memoir that reveals the terrifying and lonely world of addiction. After almost a decade of sobriety, Pam Gaslow relapsed into a life of dependency on marijuana, which nearly destroyed her. Get the book on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3KnEMYo ASIN: B09HP1VFFL About the Show The Writers Corner Live Show has been introducing readers to authors from around the globe since July 2018. The show is broadcast live and is interactive so readers...

2022-10-1231 min

Inside Mental Health Don't Bring Your Vibrator to Rehab with Comedian Pam GaslowWould you even think to bring a sex toy to rehab? Even if you tried to, most rehab facilities don’t allow them, as it turns out. Today’s guest, comedian Pam Gaslow, tells us how she learned that you can’t take a vibrator, or teddy bear for that matter, to rehab. (Spoiler alert: She didn’t learn the hard way.) We’ll explore the ups and downs of Pam’s journey to sobriety. While addiction isn’t funny, as Pam says, “I was either going to laugh or cry.”To learn more -- or read the transcript...

2022-10-0624 min

Move Your Mind with Nick Bracks #72 - Pam Gaslow: Managing Addiction & Educating Through ComedyAddiction is one of the most serious issues we face in society today and we are not nearly educated enough on the many facets of it. It stems further than just drugs and alcohol - many people are addicted to work, exercise, validation & social media...the list goes on. Today's guest talks about her own addiction and how she became sober while using comedy to educate others about these serious issues......Pam Gaslow has designed catalogs for J.Crew, performed stand-up comedy and has even worked as Henri Bendel’s only female security guar...

2022-09-0743 min

The Unmistakable Creative Podcast Pam Gaslow | The Psychology of AddictionPam Gaslow chronicles her journey to breaking free from a toxic addiction to marijuana while openly sharing her thoughts, feelings and intentions along the way. Pam reveals the psychology of addiction from first-hand experience in a way that brings hard-hitting truth with a dose of humor of wit. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Subscribe for ad-free interviews and bonus episodes https://plus.acast.com/s/the-unmistakable-creative-podcast.

2022-05-3052 min

Recovery Rocks Episode 119: Special Guest Pam Gaslow – Author of Don’t Bring Your Vibrator to RehabTawny and Lisa chat with Pam Gaslow, whose new memoir, Don’t Bring Your Vibrator to Rehab, chronicles her relapse after nearly a decade of sobriety, as well as her recovery from that experience. They talk about saying goodbye to alcohol and drugs, the money we save, sober dating, and coming back to recovery after relapse. The bottom line is that recovery is a journey and there can be relapse along the way. What matters is that we come back to ourselves and our recovery.Music Minute features Afroman, Glass Animals, and the wonders of...

2022-05-1331 min

The Terri Cole Show 393 Recovery from Marijuana Addiction with Pam GaslowToday, I'm sharing an interview with author and ex-stand up comedian Pam Gaslow. After more than a decade of sobriety, Pam relapsed into addiction at age 45. While many people think of marijuana as a harmless drug, Pam's experience was different: She became an addict, living without purpose and barely able to function. We chat about everything, from why people think weed is completely harmless when it almost destroyed Pam's life, to how her mindset has shifted post-addiction. Find the show notes for today's episode at terricole.com/393 Learn more about your ad...

2022-04-0716 min

The Addiction Podcast-Point of No Return Pam Gaslow - Turning Addiction into Humor and Living her Best LifePam Gaslow designed catalogs for J. Crew, performed stand-up comedy, even worked as Henri Bendel's only female security guard. Pam Gaslow has had an eventful life -- including once being threatened by her family with disownment over her Depressed Hot Girl blog -- and it's about to get even more so with her first-personal confessional, "DON'T BRING YOUR VIBRATOR TO REHAB: A Somewhat Comedic Memoir." It's a hilarious chronicle of her journey toward sobriety from a toxic marijuana addiction, told with candor, honesty, absurdism, and the trademark wit that has brought her to comedy club stages across the country. T...

2022-02-0427 min $Releasing Trauma; a Survivor\'s Podcast$

Releasing Trauma; a Survivor's Podcast Don't Bring Your Vibrator to Rehab, With Pam GaslowAfter nearly a decade of sobriety, Pam Gaslow relapsed into a life of dependency on marijuana, a devastating downward spiral that shattered her.From bongs to pipes to flavored vape pens, she dove into a two-year-long 24/7 stoned void: a protracted journey to nowhere.Ultimately becoming sick from marijuana toxicity, Pam eventually finds the willingness to save herself and seek treatment.Her book, Don’t Bring Your Vibrator to Rehab, is an emotionally raw memoir that reveals the terrifying and lonely world of addiction.She tells all with honesty, intelligence, wit, and a re...

2022-01-1021 min