Ask Iliza Anything
329 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 3.2K ratingsEveryone deserves that best friend who delivers blunt advice with impunity. Comedian, writer, and actor Iliza Shlesinger is that friend. She has built a cult-like following of listeners seeking her hilarious take on their problems. Every week, people submit their burning questions to the show, with topics ranging from bad coworkers, psychotic bridesmaids, and a mother-in-law who won't move out to faking an accent and diarrhea etiquette. Iliza's answers range from wise and heart-felt to rage-fueled and off-the-wall. She enjoys nothing more than giving incisive life advice to total strangers, sometimes with a celebrity guest in tow. It's always entertaining, so go ahead: Ask Iliza Anything.
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Episodes
Isolation for a Nation
April 01, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBIliza gives ideas for virtual dates and what to do with unappreciated baby blankets.
Dr. Daniel Dworkis, MD PHD
March 25, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 58 MBER doctor Dr. Daniel Dworkis, MD PHD, joins Iliza to answer your questions about COVID-19. Opinions expressed by Dan are solely his own, not those of his employers, and are not medical advice, just good advice.
Don't Touch People
March 18, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBIliza and Noah take your questions from self-quarantine. They give cooking advice, sing songs, and share inside jokes. Stay safe everyone!
Meet Me by the Breadsticks
March 11, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 65 MBIliza explains how to communicate with grumpy grandparents and sensitive neighbors.
Twin Telepathy
March 04, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBIliza recommends writing out your feelings and inviting people to coffee.
Too Many Cousins
February 26, 2020 09:00 - 59 minutes - 55.3 MBIliza gives input on who should walk you down the aisle and when to ditch a roommate.
America's Vegemite
February 19, 2020 09:00 - 55 minutes - 51.3 MBIliza ruminates on language choices and the healing power of anger.
Secondhand Bra
February 12, 2020 09:00 - 57 minutes - 53.8 MBIliza muses over hot full coverage sports bras and the importance of gymnastics meets.
Kick It!
February 05, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBSmokey Husky joins Iliza and Emily and wonders about their qualifications for answering questions.
Still and Naked and Bored
January 29, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBIliza gives advice to an art model and a dog groomer while Tofu goes berserk.
Blorton the Magnificent
January 22, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBIliza addresses a couple who is experiencing new freedoms and also brainstorms ways for a listener to announce their pregnancy.
Mindy Zemrak (Shark Tank Supervising Casting Producer)
January 15, 2020 09:00 - 49 minutes - 46.4 MBMindy Zemrak is Shark Tank's Supervising Casting Producer and she came on the pod to answer Iliza's burning questions (and yours!) regarding the casting process of Shark Tank.
Deadbeat Nana
January 08, 2020 09:00 - 45 minutes - 42.5 MBIliza and Emily work through your questions about smoking neighbors and lying grandmas.
Itty Bitty Babies
December 25, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 67.8 MBIliza weighs in on staying motivated and the morality of reclining your seat on an airplane.
Jingle Jangle
December 18, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBIliza answers your questions about the holidays!
Noah Galuten (Smokey Husky) Part 2
December 11, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBNoah and Iliza talk truffle salt, 3am foods, and finding the right person.
Noah Galuten (Smokey Husky)
December 04, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBIliza's husband Noah Galuten aka Smokey Husky joins her to answer your questions about recipes, restaurant secrets, and relationships.
Rebecca Minkoff
November 27, 2019 09:00 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBFashion designer Rebecca Minkoff talks to Iliza about inside jackets, dressing like an adult, and staying inspired.
Shallon Lester
November 20, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBShallon Lester (author, YouTube dating coach, and so much more) shares her wisdom with Iliza while answering questions about kissing, breaking up, and terrible holiday guests.
Laura Murphy (Director)
November 13, 2019 09:00 - 59 minutes - 55.4 MBLaura Murphy, director of The Iliza Shlesinger Sketch Show, helps Iliza give advice on getting into the entertainment business, dealing with disrespect, and responding to inappropriate questions.
Michelle (Iliza's BFF)
November 06, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBIliza's best friend Michelle joins her to answer your questions about being a good friend, knowing each other for years, and fostering dogs!
Iliza and the Sloth
October 30, 2019 08:00 - 52 minutes - 48.6 MBIliza gives tips on solo travel and long distance love.
Forward Helix
October 23, 2019 08:00 - 58 minutes - 54.7 MBIliza speculates on the effects of getting punched in the face and how to be respectful of roommates.
The Age of Outrage
October 16, 2019 08:00 - 49 minutes - 46.2 MBIliza addresses questions about meeting the parents and repeating old patterns.
Scorpion Pairs
October 09, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBIliza instructs listeners to be nicer to babies and how to handle wedding gift etiquette.
Is This Real Cheddar?
October 02, 2019 08:00 - 54 minutes - 50.9 MBIliza suggests ways to carve out more quality time and things become heated when Iliza and Emily get angry about rude neighbors.
Hot Scotty
September 25, 2019 08:00 - 46 minutes - 43.6 MBIliza tries to introduce a new segment and tells listeners the hard truths about their bad dating choices.
Hunter Hill
September 18, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBHunter Hill, fantastic comedian and Iliza's feature act, comes on the pod to answer your questions about touring with Iliza and discuss the weight of a baby bear.
Always Floss
September 11, 2019 08:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBIliza weighs in on underscores, being nice to your mom, and strange family traditions.
Elan Gale
September 04, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBElan Gale, author of You're Not That Great (But Neither Is Anyone Else), joins Iliza to delve into their friendship and compare pet peeves.
Michael McMillian and Bryce Johnson (Bigfoot Collectors Club)
August 28, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBMichael McMillian and Bryce Johnson (co-hosts of paranormal podcast Bigfoot Collectors Club) join Iliza to talk cryptids and conspiracy theories and then they dive into relationship advice! The conspiracy heavy episode of their podcast that they refer to, The Dulce Alien War, can be found here: http://wearecampfire.media/episodes/bcc-80-the-dulce-alien-war-w-vella-lovell/
Strawberry Gatorade
August 21, 2019 08:00 - 53 minutes - 49.9 MBIliza and Emily discuss whether they're friends and Iliza gives advice on crafting a dating profile.
Peter Kareiva (Environment & Sustainability Professor and Institute Director at UCLA)
August 14, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBPeter Kareiva, Institute Director and Pritzker Distinguished Professor in Environment & Sustainability, joined Iliza to answer all of your environmental questions and provide concrete information surrounding this complicated topic.
Don't Bite the Baby
August 07, 2019 08:00 - 30 minutes - 29.1 MBIliza decides whether you can keep gifts from exes and debates how to keep peace in a community garden.
Fred Shlesinger Part 4: Fred's Fusion
July 31, 2019 08:00 - 54 minutes - 50.5 MBIliza is joined by her dad, Fred, who provides fashion advice and shares his own special sandwich recipe.
Fred Shlesinger Part 3: Snap, Crackle, Dad
July 24, 2019 08:00 - 57 minutes - 53.5 MBIliza's dad Fred is back on the pod to give listeners advice, discuss real bagels, and explain what similarities he shares with a dolphin.
Bad Donuts
July 17, 2019 08:00 - 57 minutes - 53.2 MBIliza debates the merits of various donuts and gives advice on dealing with prying families.
Chipped Heart
July 10, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBIliza (beautifully) addresses the passing of her beloved Blanche. She then moves on to discuss witchcraft vs Avengers superpowers and delivers an unpaid ringing endorsement for Magic Mike Live.
Put Your Hoof Down
July 03, 2019 08:00 - 47 minutes - 44.1 MBIliza has advice on costume parties and befriending your brother's new girlfriend.
Hamster Wand
June 26, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBIliza tries to understand Power Rangers and gives more tips on helping the environment.
A Gentleman Dumps Second
June 19, 2019 08:00 - 51 minutes - 48.4 MBIliza lists her problems with brunch and doles out some career advice.
Don't Get Involved
June 12, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBIliza explains how to get out of an awkward conversation and bathroom etiquette.
Milk with Dinner
June 05, 2019 08:00 - 48 minutes - 46.7 MBIliza talks about not drinking milk and quarter life crises.
Alex Williamson (Bumble's Chief Brand Officer)
May 29, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBAlex Williamson joins Iliza to give you some of her online dating hacks but also to get real about relationships, friendships, and business.
Dog Songs
May 22, 2019 08:00 - 50 minutes - 47.4 MBIliza demonstrates some of her best songs about Blanche and tries to help some teachers.
Mary Lynn Rajskub
May 15, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBMary Lynn Rajskub, actress & comedian, is on the pod to answer your questions about auditioning, Gail the Snail, and pet peeves.
OSassoon
May 08, 2019 08:00 - 50 minutes - 47 MBIliza answers your questions about off-roading thievery, eye contact,and some of her at-home animal voices.
Nia Vardalos
May 01, 2019 08:00 - 56 minutes - 52.4 MBNia Vardalos is on AIA to answer your questions about My Big Fat Greek Wedding, her play adaptation of Cheryl Strayed's Tiny Beautiful Things, and becoming a writer.
Fred Shlesinger Part 2
April 24, 2019 08:00 - 47 minutes - 44.1 MBFred is back for another week, this time talking to Iliza about his own Party Goblin, ASMR, and the origin of Iliza's name.
Fred Shlesinger Part 1
April 17, 2019 08:00 - 53 minutes - 50.3 MBIliza is joined by her father Fred Shlesinger and they discuss shapely ankles, divorced parents, and dad dumps.