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Don't Tell My Mother

112 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 8 years ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratings

Don't Tell My Mother is a live show in Los Angeles, California where writers and performers from film and television share true stories they'd NEVER want their moms to know. Created and hosted by Twentieth Century Fox producer, Nikki Levy (Epic, Frost/Nixon), DTMM is where the funniest, brightest, and most insane minds in the business share stories that'll make you laugh, blush and cringe.

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Suzanne Whang dishes on cancer, cannabis and... Prince?

December 14, 2012 09:30 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MB

Actress, comedian, television host and Prince fan Suzanne Whang details her adventurous night as a VIP (Very Inebriated Person) at a Prince concert in Los Angeles.  You've seen Suzanne as the host on HGTV's House Hunters and as "Polly" on NBC's Las Vegas.  Now, hear her tell about her secret night of "mary jane" shame... We had a blast in NYC and wish a wonderful holiday season to all our fans!  Look for more live LA and NY show announcements coming soon! Our theme song was written and per...

Nikki Levy has a coming out party

December 06, 2012 06:50 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

Host and creator, Nikki Levy (Frost/Nixon, Epic) returns this week to share some intimate details about growing up gay.  Join her as she attempts to fit into a world she desperately wanted to be a part of. Listen to this rainbow butterfly burst out of her cocoon.  Thanks to everyone who came out to our New York show, we had a blast!  Be on the lookout for upcoming show dates for Los Angeles in 2013. Our theme song was written and performed by Steve O'Reilly with lead vocals by Karen Rockow...

Kay Sedia #1 Tupperware Salesperson and star of Chico's Angels!

November 30, 2012 09:30 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

We are proud to unseal the beauty, the glamour and the wonderful experience that is Kay Sedia.  THE #1 Tupperware Salesperson, Kay is the hilarious creator of Chico's Angels and Feliz Navi Divas.  Kay treated us to a heartwarming and genuinely touching view into her childhood and the love she has for her mother. You should visit her website and book her for your next Tupperware party (true!) Keep an eye out for our next live show in Los Angeles or New York! Our theme song was written and ...

Leah H discusses the Pink Elephant in her Bedroom

November 23, 2012 09:30 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MB

Join us this week as writer Leah H describes the dissatisfaction she was feeling in her marriage and how her journey to resolve that led to more truth than she bargained for. Don't forget, DTMM! is making its New York debut on November 29th with Lizz Winstead (The Daily Show),Kate McKinnon (Saturday Night Live) and special guests! Come see us, East Coasters. Tickets on sale here. Our theme song was written and performed by Steve O'Reilly with lead vocals by Karen Rockower Glass.

Jack Plotnick Makes a Contract with His Mother

November 16, 2012 09:30 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB

We are joined this week by the super-talent Jack Plotnick!  You know him from Ellen, Reno 911!, Meet The Fockers, Gods and Monsters and the list goes on!  Jack shares a hilarious observation of growing up gay, coming out to his mother and the contract they shared... and ultimately broke. Don't forget, DTMM! is making its New York debut on November 29th with Lizz Winstead (The Daily Show), Kate McKinnon (Saturday Night Live) and special guests! Come see us, East Coasters. Tickets on sale her...

Ryan Knighton Yells "Bear!" In The Woods

November 09, 2012 09:30 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MB

This week, we are joined by my friend, the fabulous Ryan Knighton. An author and screenwriter, I met Ryan when I read one of his scripts, fell in love with it and hired him to write a screenplay for me at Fox. The author of "Cockeyed," Ryan is an amazing writer and also completely blind. Read his book and find out more! In the meantime, Ryan dropped in from Canada to join us for our Father's Day Dysfunction Show. What happens when you're blind and your little daughter screams "bear!"? Don't...

Cornell Womack Shares His Mother's Wisdom

November 02, 2012 15:04 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MB

Today's performer is the incredibly talented actor, Cornell Womack.  You've seen him in his multi-year arc on Rescue Me or in HBO's The Newsroom.  He's also performed on Broadway alongside James Earl Jones in On Golden Pond.  He opens his heart and his life with us, sharing a personal, touching story of his mother's passing and the wisdom she imparted to him.  We hope you find it as touching as we do. Don't forget, DTMM! is making its New York debut on November 29th with Lizz Winstead (The ...

Frangela gets into Gay Rights, Race Relations and Everything Else!

October 26, 2012 08:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

You are getting double-teamed today.  We proudly bring you the comedic duo of Frances Callier and Angela V. Shelton, better known as Frangela (VH1's Best Week Ever, Frangela's Idiot of the Week).  They joined us for our special "Big Gay Show" and will regale you with their take on equality, love and Frances' drag queen uncle.  These girls bring the funny! Don't forget, DTMM! is making its New York debut on November 29th with Lizz Winstead (The Daily Show), Kate McKinnon (Saturday Night Live...

Shelagh Ratner Falls in Love

October 19, 2012 08:00 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

Today, Nikki Levy brings you the talented Shelagh Ratner (Lifetime's Prank My Mom).  Comic, actor and mainstay at The Moth, Shelagh talks about falling in love with an older woman - her best friend's mom.  This is the springboard for a wide ranging discussion about the joys of dating women, Los Angeles and Faith Hill. We're making our New York debut on November 29th with Lizz Winstead (The Daily Show), Kate McKinnon (Saturday Night Live) and special guests! Come see us, East Coasters. Ticke...

Nikki Levy Describes Her Own Birth And Rebirth

October 12, 2012 08:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

We are so happy to share this episode with you. Nikki Levy, (20th Century Fox producer on Epic and Frost/Nixon) our intrepid host, is also the storyteller this week!  Not only is it her birthday, the story itself centers around her annual "re-birthing" re-enactments with her Mom.  On top of that, Don't Tell My Mother! celebrating its 1 year anniversary! So, please, sit back and celebrate with us as Nikki takes you on a journey into and out of, her mothers legs. Just Don't Tell Her Mother!...

Justin Halpern Will Never Screw a Woman Who Looks Like That

October 05, 2012 06:00 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MB

This week, we welcome Justin Halpern to Don't Tell My Mother!  You know Justin from his insanely popular Twitter feed @ShitMyDadSays which was made into a TV show starring William Shatner.  Justin is a talented author, who brings us a story from his latest book, "I Suck At Girls".  It's a good, old American tale about baseball and porn.  Enjoy! DTMM! is gearing up for our next live show, October 11, 2012, which is our big Anniversary Show!  If you're in LA and want to see these amazing perf...

Jen Kober talks Drugs, Eggs and Dispensaries

September 28, 2012 07:00 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MB

Welcome to the very first episode of the Don't Tell My Mother! podcast.  DTMM is a live show in Los Angeles, California where writers and performers from film and television share true stories they'd NEVER want their moms to know.  Created and hosted by Twentieth Century Fox producer Nikki Levy (Epic, Frost/Nixon), DTMM is where the funniest, brightest and most insane minds in the business share stories that'll make you laugh, blush and cringe. The perfect guest for our first episode is the...

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