Giving It Up For Less
50 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 283 ratings“Giving It up For Less” is a podcast about oversharing hosted by actress and comedian Lauren Ash (Superstore). If you know Lauren, you know she’s someone who often talks about her real life in very public settings. Lauren is joined by old and new friends to share real stories about their lives that they probably shouldn’t tell. Tune in each week to catch a new story that you didn’t know you needed to hear. "Giving It Up For Less" is produced by Embassy Row.
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Episodes
How Are Your Hearts? with Lauren Ash
September 15, 2020 12:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBIt's officially been 6 months since the beginning of quarantine so Lauren's doing another check in! In this episode, Lauren reflects on the past 6 months, going back to work on Superstore and she answers some more #AskAsh questions!
Another Episode of #AshAsh
September 08, 2020 12:00 - 45 minutes - 82.8 MBLauren's back to answer your questions and give advice! If you have a dumb lie or a question for Lauren, email [email protected] or DM GIUFLPOD on Instagram!
Another Episode of #AskAsh
September 08, 2020 12:00 - 45 minutes - 82.8 MBLauren's back to answer your questions and give advice! If you have a dumb lie or a question for Lauren, email [email protected] or DM GIUFLPOD on Instagram!
Challenging Comfort Zones with Chrissy Metz
August 24, 2020 12:00 - 56 minutes - 102 MBChrissy Metz (This Is Us) joins Lauren to discuss the challenges of going to bars alone, relationships during quarantine, and Halloween Horror Nights.
A For Effort with Gigi Gorgeous
August 18, 2020 12:00 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBLauren and Gigi Gorgeous (Glam Where I Am, This Is Everything: Gigi Gorgeous) discuss piercing mishaps, making their own makeup and getting caught in lies by their mothers.
"I Get Knocked Down, But I Get Up Again" with Heidi Gardner
August 11, 2020 12:00 - 52 minutes - 94.3 MBHeidi Gardner (SNL) stops by Giving It Up For Less to chat with Lauren about cats in quarantine, stories of perseverance and Heidi's affinity for prank calling.
Unsolved Mysteries Theories with Lauren's Sister
August 04, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 118 MBLauren and her best friend/sister Christy Oxborrow fancy themselves part time sleuths and in this special episode, they have a few drinks and dive deep into one of the new episodes of Unsolved Mysteries called "No Ride Home." Christy's online detective work proves impressive as she brings to light some damning evidence that could actually impact this case! Seriously!
#AskAsh: An Advice Episode with Lauren Ash
July 28, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBThis week, Lauren gives GIUFL listeners advice! Everything from relationships and friendships, political activism and what to do if you're feeling down, Lauren tries to help you solve your problems.
Disaster Dates with The Bella Twins
July 21, 2020 14:00 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBThis week, Lauren is joined by Nikki & Brie Bella! They chat about the importance of being authentic in all things, terrible dates they've had and Nikki gives listeners spot-on advice for how to have a guy stop texting you. Thanks so much to our partner, Prose. Visit www.prose.com/giufl for your FREE in-depth hair quiz and 15% off.
Questionable Questions with Emily Hampshire
July 14, 2020 12:00 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBLauren and Emily Hampshire (Schitt's Creek) discuss Zoom fatigue during quarantine, the worst questions they've gotten in interviews and how Emily feels about spiders.
Social Fails with Sarah Levy
July 07, 2020 12:00 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBLauren and Sarah Levy (Schitt's Creek) virtually meet up to discuss the bourgeoning success of Canadian television in America, holding grudges for family members and how they both try to make other people feel comfortable during uncomfortable social situations.
A Message From Lauren
July 07, 2020 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.94 MBThe world lost a very special person this week to COVID-19. Nick Cordero was a Broadway star and a former colleague of Lauren’s. She wanted to share some of her thoughts and feelings during this tough time.
Best Intentions with Kaliko Kauahi
June 30, 2020 14:00 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MBLauren and her Superstore co-star Kaliko Kauahi talk about how their pets have adjusted to quarantine, Lauren's bird-rescue gone wrong and the notebook Kauahi took to lost and found. Thanks so much to our partner, Prose. Visit www.prose.com/giufl for your FREE in-depth hair quiz and 15% off.
Misunderstandings with Daryn Carp & Liz Culley
June 23, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBIn this first ever two guest episode of Giving It Up for Less, Lauren and the hosts of the podcast 'Scissoring Isn't A Thing', Daryn Carp & Liz Culley, recount various situations that were misunderstandings, OnlyFans accounts and culling their old phone contacts.
133 - JAIMIE ALEXANDER 1
June 16, 2020 12:00 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBThis week, Jaimie Alexander (Thor, Blindspot) joins Lauren to discuss their mutual competitive nature during board games, Jaimie's AirBnb decor, how they feel about targeted Instagram ads and Lauren introduces a new segment to the show called "Last Thing I'll Say".
Competition Chaos with Jaimie Alexander
June 16, 2020 12:00 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBThis week, Jaimie Alexander (Thor, Blindspot) joins Lauren to discuss their mutual competitive nature during board games, Jaimie's AirBnb decor, how they feel about targeted Instagram ads and Lauren introduces a new segment to the show called "Last Thing I'll Say".
Black Lives Matter with Lauren Ash
June 09, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBIn this week's episode, Lauren shares her thoughts on the protests, the Black Lives Matter movement and getting justice for Breonna Taylor.
Petting Cats with Hannah Berner
May 26, 2020 12:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBHannah Berner (Summer House, Berning in Hell podcast) and Lauren have a zoom date where they deep dive into Hannah’s dating life in quarantine, her cats and how they feel about unsolicited Facetimes.
New To Los Angeles with Cobie Smulders
May 19, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBCobie Smulders (How I Met Your Mother, Avengers and Stumptown) and Lauren discuss their early days in Los Angeles including where they both lived while auditioning and how Cobie became a member of the Magic Castle.
Mother's Day Special with Lauren's Mom
May 12, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBLauren and her mom, Laurel, spent Mother's Day recording this week's episode of Giving It Up for Less. They discuss different overreactions they've had over the years (or sometimes "not" overreactions according to Laurel)including Laurel & Lauren's first time down a water slide.
Battling Bullies with America Ferrera
May 05, 2020 12:00 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBLauren and her friend & co-star, America Ferrera (Superstore, Ugly Betty) chat about their experiences growing up being bullies and America's experience selling a dresser on Craigslist. Thanks to our partner Care/Of | TakeCareOf.com Promo Code: GIUFL50
The Old Friend Game with Leslie Seiler
April 28, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBThe Old Friend Game with Leslie Seiler by Embassy Row
Crushing Crushes with Elena Davies
April 21, 2020 12:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MBElena Davies (Big Brother, The MiscELENAeous Podcast) and Lauren really dive into their past crushes and dating life and Elena tells Lauren about her genuine love for Superstore and its impact on her life.
Comedy Club Chaos with Colton Dunn
April 14, 2020 12:00 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBLauren and her Superstore co-star Colton Dunn (Superstore, Blockers, Key & Peele) discuss coming up in the comedy club scene, how they dealt with hecklers and some memorable moments while touring with their comedy troupes.
Staying At Home with Lauren Ash
April 07, 2020 12:00 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBAnother week of social distancing, another week of Giving It Up for Less: Stay at Home edition. In this episode, Lauren talks about how she’s handling social distancing and takes fan submitted questions.
Quarantine QT's with Spencer Ralston
March 31, 2020 12:00 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBLauren and her boyfriend, Spencer Ralston (Friend of the Podcast) play a fun question game to get to know each other better, and dive into the Dumb Lies We Tell email to pass the time during the Stay at Home order. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Edited by Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Hospital Hygiene with Jared Lipscomb
March 24, 2020 12:00 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MBCelebrity makeup artist, Jared Lipscomb, joins Lauren to share their experiences in and out of the hospital and talk about Jared's ongoing battle with leukemia. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced by Alexa Macchia Edited by Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Moving Madness with Ruth Connell
March 17, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBRuth Connell (Supernatural) sits down with Lauren to discuss the struggles of moving, only child jealousy and using their platform in a positive and healthy way. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced by Anamarie Johnson Edited by Alexa Macchia This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Childhood Road Trips with Spencer Ralston
March 10, 2020 12:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBLauren’s boyfriend, Spencer Ralston (How I Met Your Mother) joins us in the studio to recall how he first asked Lauren out on a date, his stay at the Bates Motel and Lauren finally reveals a dumb lie she’s been telling Spencer. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced and Edited by Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Dating Disasters with Greta Titelman
March 03, 2020 13:00 - 58 minutes - 53.1 MBGreta Titleman (Los Espookys) and Lauren chat about the worst disasters they’ve had to experience while in the dating pool and their shared love for River Phoenix and CW shows. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced and Edited by Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
This is Our Brain on Drugs with Whitney Tancred
February 25, 2020 13:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBLauren and her publicist, Whitney Tancred, recount their favorite drug and alcohol related adventures including Whitney’s trip over the border, their shared night on liquid acid and an eye injury cured by Prosecco. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced and Edited by Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Middle School Traumas with Aimee Carrero
February 18, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBAimee Carrero (She-Ra and The Princesses of Power, Young & Hungry) sits down with Lauren to share their middle school traumas, including the grisly murder that took place at Aimee’s middle school. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced & Edited by Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Hellish Holidays with Tiya Sircar
February 11, 2020 16:59 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBTiya Sircar (The Good Place, The Internship) and Lauren chat about their hellish holidays including Tiya’s tofurky and what happened when Lauren almost moved in with a boyfriend after the holidays. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced & Edited by Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
The Cosmo-ic Birthday Episode with Leslie Seiler
February 04, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBIt's Lauren's birthday!! Lauren and her best friend, Leslie Seiler have a few cosmos and talk about their favorite birthday memories they've shared during their years of friendship. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced by Alexa Macchia Edited by Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Pet Owner Fails with Arden Myrin
January 28, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBArden Myrin (Insatiable, Will You Accept This Rose podcast) sits down with Lauren to discuss their shared love for Chilis, royal family theories and cat psychics. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced & Edited by: Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Dumb Injuries with Stephanie Beatriz
January 21, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBStephanie Beatriz (Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Modern Family) and Lauren talk about various dumb injuries they’ve gotten over the years, such as the story behind Stephanie’s eyebrow scar and Lauren’s broken ear. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced & Edited by: Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Weird Jobs with Fortune Feimster
January 14, 2020 13:00 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBFortune Feimster (The Mindy Project, Chelsea Lately) and Lauren share their weirdest jobs, including Fortune’s one year job as a maintenance worker. They also discuss the pineapple pizza controversy and their highschool nemesis. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced by: Alexa Macchia Edited by: Anamarie Johnson The show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Kind to a Fault with Jon Barinholtz
January 07, 2020 13:00 - 55 minutes - 51.3 MBJon (Superstore, Chicago Party Aunt) and Lauren reveal the downside of being kind to a fault, including giving the housekeeper three months severance, offering advice to aspiring actors and Jon’s grudge against Jim Belushi. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced by: Alexa Macchia Editor: Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
End of Year Recap with Lauren Ash
December 24, 2019 16:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBJoin us for a special episode with your host, Lauren Ash. Lauren dives into her love for Christmas, regaining the magic of Christmas and some of the negative feelings that may come along with the holidays. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced by: Alexa Macchia Editor: Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Kissing Cousins with Danny Pellegrino
December 17, 2019 16:00 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBDanny Pellegrino (Everything Iconic, Fancy AF Cocktails) and Lauren discuss their embarrassing celebrity encounters, Canadian snacks and nightclub stories. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced by: Alexa Macchia Editor: Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Travel Tales with Nichole Bloom
December 10, 2019 16:00 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBNichole Bloom (Superstore, Shameless) and Lauren reminisce about their travel experiences including, but not limited to, Lauren’s precarious speed boating adventure and Nichole’s trip to China with an ex-boyfriend. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced by: Anamarie Johnson Editor: Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
From Mascot to Mystic with Angie Banicki
December 03, 2019 16:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MBIn this special episode, Angie Banicki, Hollywood’s go-to tarot card reader, joins Lauren and her best friend Leslie Seiler to give Lauren a reading and take oversharing to the next level. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced by: Alexa Macchia Editor: Alexa Macchia This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Friendship Fails with Rob Benedict
November 26, 2019 16:00 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBRob Benedict (Supernatural, Felicity) joins Lauren to reveal his biggest friendship fail, his bad luck with cats and lying to get the job. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced by: Alexa Macchia Edited by: Anamarie Johnson The show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Invited, But Not Really with Nico Santos
November 19, 2019 16:00 - 49 minutes - 67.9 MBLauren's costar, Nico Santos (Superstore, Crazy Rich Asians), joins her to overshare his most memorable celebrity party invites, working on Paul Blart Mall Cop, on-set pranks and the Superstore craft services. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced by: Alexa Macchia Edited by: Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Actor Nightmares with Peter Oldring
November 12, 2019 16:00 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MBLauren sits down with Peter Oldring (Canadian voice actor, improviser, actor and comedian)to discuss their acting nightmares like getting the German measles. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced by: Alexa Macchia Edited by: Barry Funkhouser This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Stranger Encounters with Marque Richardson
November 05, 2019 15:00 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MBLauren sits down with Marque Richardson (Dear White People) to discuss stranger encounters, Obama’s diet, new business ventures and that life is too short to not be messy. Executive Produced: Sarni Rogers Produced by: Anamarie Johnson Edited by: Anamarie Johnson This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Nerdgasms with Jimmy Pardo
October 29, 2019 14:00 - 51 minutes - 70.4 MBJimmy Pardo (comedian, actor, and host of the long-running comedy podcast Never Not Funny) joins Lauren to share what he really nerds out about. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced by: Alexa Macchia Edited by: Barry Funkhouser This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
In Front Of The People with Ben Feldman
October 22, 2019 15:00 - 49 minutes - 68.6 MBLauren sits down with her costar, Ben Feldman (Superstore, Mad Men), to discuss making new friends, pranks, and his Sliding Doors moment with Bj Novak. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced by: Anamarie Johnson Edited by: Alexa Macchia This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Dumb Lies with Leslie Seiler
October 10, 2019 21:43 - 34 minutes - 62.5 MBWelcome to Giving It Up For Less! For our first episode, Lauren is joined by her best friend, Leslie Seiler, to share dumb lies they’ve told. Executive Producer: Sarni Rogers Produced by: Alexa Macchia Edited by: Barry Funkhouser This show is brought to you by Embassy Row.
Introducing: Giving It Up For Less with Lauren Ash
October 10, 2019 21:24 - 1 minute - 979 KB“Giving It up For Less” is a podcast about oversharing hosted by actress and comedian Lauren Ash (Superstore). If you know Lauren, you know that she’s someone who often talks about her real life in very public settings. Lauren is joined by old and new friends to they share real stories about their lives that they probably shouldn’t tell. Tune in each week to catch a new story that you didn’t know you needed to hear.