Life is Short with Justin Long
Actor Justin Long hosts a podcast exploring how to make the most of life. He interviews actors, musicians, and thinkers about finding meaning, along with lighter topics like favorite snacks and emojis. His brother Christian co-hosts, keeping things honest and occasionally recalling embarrassing moments. The show is produced by Audible, with ad-free episodes available to subscribers.
Episodes
Listen Now - Full Episode: Christian Long’s new “Oh Honey!” Podcast
Christian Long and his 80 year old mom, Wendy Long introduce the very first (inaugural?) episode of "Oh Honey!" They discuss what listeners have to look forward to, why Wendy was tempted to return her coffee from The Doughnut Inn, and why she's unlikely to ever try 'shrooms. To continue listening to new Oh Honey! episodes every Tuesday subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or Amazon Music.See
Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: PorchFest, Hibachi Memories, and Giggle Fits 🧀
The guys catch up about Christian’s experience at PorchFest this year, the annual Connecticut tradition where bands set up stages on neighborhood porches (and how Christian didn’t move from his porch the whole time). Justin recounts the walk down memory lane he and Kate had after having Hibachi at the Sakura Japanese restaurant in Westport, CT. Then we read a letter from Kathy about how a
Life Is Short Re-Run: Jesse Eisenberg #️⃣
Jesse Eisenberg (The Art of Self Defense, The Social Network) talks with Justin about the antiquated notion of “winning” in professional basketball, and how he has no desire to relax.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free t
Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Hotdog Anxiety, Springsteen Fight, and Non-Hookup Food 🥟
Justin and Christian ponder an ethical dilemma involving a fast food drive thru, Justin checks dog urine sample collection off his bucket list and they pay tribute to the late founder of Din Tai Fung. Then they answer a listener letter that used ChatGPT AI technology to craft the perfect Would You Rather question (and it’s so good it scares them a little). Finally, Benji from Australia ca
Life Is Short Re-Run: Lea Thompson 😢
Lea Thompson (Back to the Future) explains why she thinks having a baby means you can’t be a movie star anymore. Justin geeks out over Back to the Future, and gets to practice his Minnesota accent.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Sta
Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Muffin Energy, Subtle Dancing, and Crameos🐴
Justin and Christian debate whether they have bird, horse or muffin energy. Then, they answer a listener letter requesting they get Ryan Gosling and Elijah Wood on the show and they debate a Would You Rather about giving up air conditioning/heating or the Internet. Finally, a listener voicemail asks Justin about his strategies for dealing with a bad memory.Listen to Life is Short on the W
Life Is Short Re-Run: Sam Rockwell 💩 🧀
Oscar winning actor Sam Rockwell (Fosse/Verdon on FX, Three Billboards) talks about what it’s like when your hotel room is next to Christopher Walken's.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/li
Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Checking Out Guys, Stage Anxiety, and Bassist vs Drummer 🍇
Justin and Christian discuss an embarrassing moment in which Christian was mesmerized by a beautiful man hogging the cheese section at Whole Foods. Then a listener asks for advice for an anxious new actor who closes her eyes while performing on stage. Then, we hear a voicemail from a rather jolly listener named Justin Lamb who wants to know whether the guys would rather be a rock drummer
Life is Short Re-Run: Vince Vaughn 👍
Vince Vaughn (Freaky) and Justin talk about a crazy game they invented while in Vegas after wrapping Dodgeball, Vince tells a story about the time he gamed the system at Disneyland, and they pay homage to the great John Hughes.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App,
Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Jerry O, Chia Heads, and Parenting Advice 🌶️
Justin and Christian are blessed by a shirtless Jerry O’Connell who joins the show while on a hike surrounded by his pack of dogs. Then, the guys answer a listener letter suggesting that Justin be cast in an Anthony Kiedis biopic. Finally, they listen to a voicemail from Kyle in Seattle asking for advice on how to raise his three kids to have a similar close relationship to the Long bros.
Life Is Short Re-Run: Dr. Jane Goodall
Dr. Jane Goodall (The Jane Goodall Hopecast podcast) talks to Justin about her first memories of gravitating towards animals, how her connection with chimps has changed the way she connects with humans, and she reflects on her life long work as an activist.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join
Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Cats and Dogs, Cubicle Life, and Heartbreak 🥒
Justin and Christian talk about eating strange vegetables in public, what feral and domestic animals would say to humans, and yet again they discuss just how out of touch they are with what’s cool these days. Then they answer a letter about how to simplify your life as a young adult, and they tackle a Would You Rather. Finally, they offer advice to a listener going through a tough break u
Encore: Jake Johnson 👍
Jake Johnson (New Girl, Stumptown) tells Justin about the wild experience he had filming an action movie with Tom Cruise and he reminisces about the hilarious performances that Justin delivered on New Girl.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spo
Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Darn Kids, Kardashians, and Crop Dusting 🦟
The guys discuss the psychology behind why high-pitched buzzing noises are so excruciating, and Christian reveals that he watched Justin’s episode of Keeping Up With The Kardashians. Then we read a letter from Alyssa who learned about the word queef from listening to the show, and she asks a Back To The Future-themed WYR. Finally, Chelsea from Minnesota leaves a voicemail offering up both
Life Is Short Re-Run: Max Greenfield 🙌🙏
Max Greenfield (New Girl, The Neighborhood) shares some hilarious parenting stories, and tells Justin all about his SNL themed Bar Mitzvah. Justin and Max talk about fun “behind the scenes” moments from their days on New Girl.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, A
Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Letting Go, Elder Abuse, and TJ’s Insider 🐄
The guys both have a lot to say about the Indiana Jones franchise, Justin visits a farm that makes him feel better about eating dairy and he recounts another chapter of the woodchuck versus garden saga. Then we read a letter from a fan who works for Trader Joe’s, and they give us some insight into why their cashiers always seems to ask somewhat personal questions while you’re checking out
Life Is Short Re-Run: Kristen Bell 🍆
Kristen Bell (The Good Place, Frozen) tells Justin about the incredible fight she and her husband recently had, and how they moved on (hint: sometimes it just takes a dog). Kristen also talks about her viral “sloth” video.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple
Life Is Short(er) Re-Run: Skunk Orgy, Daily Compliments, and Accumulating Trash 💅🏼
The guys suffer through Happy’s dog farts while they discuss how Justin and Kate ate rancid meat and lived to tell the tale, then Christian recounts how he said something awkwardly sexual in the presence of some manly bros. We read a letter from Courtney about that one time Justin touched her shoulder after Seminar on Broadway, plus she offers a WYR about whether they’d want to receive a
Joey Graziadei 😎
Joey Graziadei (The Bachelor) and Justin talk about his experience on The Bachelor and The Bachelorette franchises, what it's been like to settle into life after the show with his new fiancée Kelsey, and what he thinks about the pickleball craze.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ o
Life Is Short(er): Beep Beep, Swarming Bugs, and Bad Breath vs B.O.👮♂️
This week on the show, Justin recounts his guilt-ridden experience at the Atlanta airport and Christian plays good cop/bad cop/practical cop with the new pickle ball bag he was gifted. Daniel writes in with a suggestion for something embarrassing the guys can to do for their football bet (while Christian suggests multi-colored nipples). Vanessa calls in with WYRs about chronic bad breath
Leslie Liao 😎🤘
Leslie Liao (stand-up comedian) and Justin talk about how her experience as an agent assistant has helped her comedy career, who she was inspired by growing up in Orange County and she informs us that Trader Joe's has a really good scallion pancake. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join W
Life Is Short(er): Justin’s Dad, Testicle Exam, and Inner Daisy Duke 🐻
This week on the show, Justin talks about his experience working in a haunted strip club, and Christian endures an awkward and insulting encounter with a waitress in LA. Laura calls in with a lot to say about prostate exams and fecal transplants. Finally, new listener Sarah calls in to make a case for visiting Alaska in the winter. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherev
Sal Vulcano 👍
Our first ever repeat guest! Sal Vulcano (Terrified, Impractical Jokers) and Justin talk about the strange relationship between fear and humor, what to expect from his new YouTube comedy special "Terrified," and the time he thought he might die in a plane crash.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+.
Life Is Short(er): Too Many Pumps, Spooter Ding Dong, and Gay Stereotypes ☕️
This week on the show the guys are in LA filming a new horror short! They recount their experiences buying sugary coffee drinks and playing pickle ball together on the West Coast. Then a listener named John Murphy writes in with his funny impression of the Wheel of Fortune sound effect. Finally, John Stanley calls in yet again to discuss his experience being gay in the South back in the 8
Jamie-Lynn Sigler 🥰
Jamie Lynn-Sigler (MeSsy podcast) and Justin talk about landing her breakout role as Meadow in The Sopranos, how her role in Entourage was originally pitched to her, what it's been like to live and work with MS, and why she and Christina Applegate started their podcast MeSsy.Listen to MeSsy on Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast WebsiteListen to Life is Short on the
Life Is Short(er): Audition Guilt, Ghost Aunt, and 5-Year-Old Body 🎬
This week on the show, the guys wish they could send thank you notes to every person who auditioned for their new horror film, and they debate whether it’s better to be compared to Napoleon Bonaparte or Napoleon Dynamite. Salma writes in with a story about a paranormal experience involving the ghost of her aunt. Geoffa calls in from Ecuador with a mind-bending Would You Rather. Liste
Mo Willems
Mo Willems (Mo Willems Workshop) and Justin talk about his early career in comedy, what it was like to work for Sesame Street, how he interacts with his young and enthusiastic fans and why he loves to see kids creating their own stories based on his characters.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+.
Life Is Short(er): Aggressive Stream, Substitute Brothers, and Emoji Middle Finger 🎂
This week, the guys have updates and shout outs galore, and Justin tells us about what he did for his birthday. A listener named Keith Deal writes in about how he loves to fall asleep while listening to the show, and we debate the pros cons of being an only child versus one of many. Angelica from Jackson, WY calls in to admit she listens to the show on speakerphone while doing arduous act
Ben Platt 🕺🏻💕
Ben Platt (Honeymind) and Justin talk about Ben's upbringing in musical theater, the intense pressure and preparation he endured to star in Broadway's "Dear Evan Hansen," and what inspired his latest solo album, "Honeymind."Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, App
Life Is Short(er): Beach Boys, The Carny Spectrum, and Passive Aggressive Button 🎡
This week on the show, the guys share a few humorous observations they had at a Beach Boys concert, and Justin recounts his trip with Kate to a small town carnival. Miriam writes in to correct the guys on a mistake they made in one of their ads. Alistair calls in with a good idea on how to handle road rage-y people.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcas
Kathleen Hanna
Kathleen Hanna (Rebel Girl) and Justin talk about her upbringing in the 80s in the Pacific Northwest, her experiences in the punk scene and what it took to write her memoir, "Rebel Girl: My Life as a Feminist Punk."Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcas
Life Is Short(er): Ashley Madison, Sink Bread, and Sibling Swap
This week on the show the guys discuss how they’re both unwilling to join Ashley Madison, and Justin tells us we should read up on American journalist Dorothy Thompson. Tara writes in with a food poisoning story that rivals Justin’s Mexico misadventure, and tops it off with a couple WYRs. Diamond calls in with a fun nature fact about Palau jellyfish and she asks which brother they’d switc
Dr. Mark Hyman 🤟
Dr. Mark Hyman (The Young Forever Cookbook) and Justin talk about the history of the US food industry, the myths surrounding organic and healthy eating, and why he wanted to write his new book, "The Young Forever Cookbook: More than 100 Delicious Recipes for Living Your Longest, Healthiest Life new cookbook Young Forever."Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your
Life Is Short(er): Yinging It, Versions Of Us, and Stan Stanley 🍕
This week on the show, Justin needs to be talked into grabbing a NY slice and Christian recounts his experience time traveling via a Dave Matthews tribute band. Then, Carissa writes in about the genius way her kids marketed their lemonade stand. Amanda calls in to correct the record on her coworker John Stanley. Plus, John calls again with more nuggets of wisdom. Listen to Life is Sh
Susie Essman ❤️
Susie Essman (Curb Your Enthusiasm) and Justin talk about her early comedy days in New York and meeting Larry David, how she helped develop her "Curb" character Susie Greene's personal style, and what happened when HBO decided to put a real-life billboard featuring her likeness in LA.Listen to the iHeartPodcast "The History of Curb Your Enthusiasm"Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery Ap
Life Is Short(er): Ill-Fated Huevo, Just QuiFit, and A Dip In My Life 🤢
This week on the show, Justin tells us about his harrowing experience in Mexico and the “loose week” that followed. Christian has caught the Pickle Ball bug and is still dealing with Tina the Turkey messing up his yard. Kendall the late-bloomer Shorty calls in wondering why Christian doesn’t join in the interview portions of the show. Finally, we mix it up this week and hear voicemails fr
Mark Consuelos ❤️
Mark Consuelnos (Live with Kelly and Mark) and Justin talk about how he feels awkward at fancy Hollywood parties, how he got his big break on a whim right out of college and he tells his side of the story of meeting and falling in love with his wife and co-host, Kelly Ripa. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad
Life Is Short(er): Cold Hug, Avian Issues, and Stoned vs High 🦃
This week on the show, Justin tells us a story about getting a cold hug from Kris Jenner at a Hollywood party, and Christian has a run in with an intimidating turkey. Then Mike from Pittsburgh writes in and gets right to the point with a bunch of WYRs. Finally, Carrie from Tennessee leaves a “more than stoned” voicemail asking if the guys would rather be a living fossil of a horseshoe cra
Dr. Phil 😎
Dr. Phil McGraw (We've Got Issues) and Justin talk about what he's learned about America through his 20 years in TV, why he started his own cable network Merit Street Media, his original dream of being an airline pilot and they get into the important social topics covered in his latest book, "We've Got Issues: How You Can Stand Strong for America's Soul and Sanity."Listen to Life is Short
Mushroom Risotto, Prickle Ballers, Persist In Saying🖕
This week on the show the guys both have frustrating coffee-fetching experiences, and Justin is obsessed with pickleball despite being shamed on the court. Nancy writes in with a Would You Rather about reliving (and then forgetting) your best day or your worst day ever. American Airlines flight attendant John Stanley leaves two unforgettable messages filled with lighthearted corrections.L
Astro Alexandra
Astro Alexandra (space communicator) and Justin talk about her unique career in science communications, how she developed her lifelong curiosity with science and why social media isn't all bad.Follow at Astro_Alexandra on TikTokListen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App,
Life Is Short(er): Brunch Etiquette, Pendulous Balls, Short Threshold 👴🏼
This week on the show, the guys talk about Christian’s “intimidating” experience at a memorial service, and Justin has yet another awkward social interaction at a restaurant for us to analyze. Nicole writes in with lovely things to say about the show topped off with 3 thought-provoking Would You Rathers. Finally, Nico from Alberta calls in to ask about where the cutoff is to be considered
Phil Rosenthal ❤️
Phil Rosenthal (Somebody Feed Phil) and Justin talk about the origin of his it show "Everybody Loves Raymond," the importance of trying new things, and what it's like to work with his brother on his Netflix travel show "Somebody Feed Phil."Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the
Life Is Short(er): Funcy NY Night, Sexy vs Shrek, and Mom FaceTime 🏀
This week on the show, the guys discuss how Christian finally cleaned out his childhood bedroom, and they recount their wild night out in New York City (including a Larry David encounter). Then, Christi writes in asking about how Christian manages to put lotion on his hands without rubbing them together and she gives us a WYR about using a sexy voice on the pod or Shrek voice on a date. F
John Quiñones 😃
John Quiñones (ABC News) and Justin talk about his upbringing in San Antonio, Texas, how the Upward Bound program changed his life, what made him want to become a journalist and what he's learned about human nature from working on the show, "What Would You Do?"Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+.
Life Is Short(er): Juice Head, Exclamation Moink, and Sexy Nose Bleed 📝
This week on the show, the guys discuss how Christian scrapped plans for a humidor for a new juicer and he can’t get enough. Then, we read a letter from Kaitlin about an acquaintance’s ASMR Spa business offering scratching. Finally, Danielle from Indiana calls in with a story somewhat related to (but worse than) Justin’s broken capillary issue. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery
Katey Sagal 🙏
Katey Sagal (PIE podcast, Married With Children) and Justin talk about her upbringing in Hollywood, her early career as a singer, how she got cast in Married With Children and her new podcast with husband Kurt Sutter called PIE.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App,
Life Is Short(er): Bachelor Finale, QR Codes, and Phonetic Alphabet 🌹
Today on the show the guys talk about the Bachelor finale and why they were both surprised at Joey’s choice (even though both women are gems). Then, Daniel the Elvis impersonator writes in thinking he might have had a beer with Justin in an airport bar in Atlanta. Finally, Carla the speech pathologist calls in to clue the guys in on the phonetic alphabet, and she offers up a musical WYR.L
Kyle MacLachlan ❤️
Kyle Maclachlan (Varnamtown, Portlandia) and Justin talk about his riveting new podcast, Varnamtown, his experience working with David Lynch on Dune, Blue Velvet and Twin Peaks, and his passion as a vintner with his own winery Pursued By Bear. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery
Life Is Short(er): Pleasure Hounding, Navigational Problems, and Japanese Ghost 🐓
Today on the show, Christian fills us in on his week cosplaying as a snow bird in Marco Island, Florida. Then, a listener named Iliana writes in with a recommendation for a birding podcast, and she ends it with a bird-themed WYR. Finally, Pam from Halifax calls in to share her own supernatural experience in Japan.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts
Jesse Tyler Ferguson 😬
Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Modern Family, Dinner's On Me) and Justin talk about the lasting cultural impact of his role on "Modern Family," how he came out to his father and what to expect from the new season of his podcast, "Dinner's On Me."Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Won
Life Is Short(er): Parking Predicament, Keep G Hard, and Hairy Egg 📚
Today on the show Justin asks Christian to help him navigate a predicament involving parking and pizza, and Christian thinks we should make some changes to the alphabet and keep G hard. Molly from Cincinnati writes in wondering about the origin of Poodollar, plus she gives Christian some ideas for his bad back. Finally, Angie from Cleveland calls in wondering whether people with real word
Esther Perel
Esther Perel (Where Should We Begin?) and Justin talk about her groundbreaking couple's therapy podcast "Where Should We Begin," how resentment builds and can damage a relationship, and why telling stories can help strengthen bonds between friends and lovers.Join Esther for an evening unlike any other as she shines a light on the cultural shifts transforming relationships and helps us ret
Life Is Short(er): Horny Twinkle, Teen Boy Energy, and Manly Men 🐷
This week, the guys gush over this season of The Bachelor and they come to the realization that they’re both team Daisy. Then, Brydie the phlebotomist writes in to express how their brotherly banter remind her of her own boys. Finally, Daniel calls in to say thank you for playing his abandoned voicemail on the pod and to relate about not being the stereotypical “manly” man.Listen to Life
Charles Duhigg 👍
Charles Duhigg (Supercommunicators) and Justin talk about his most recent book about how we can communicate better, his research on the different kinds of conversations we have in every day life and how we can break bad habits.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App,
Life Is Short(er): DMV Misery, Center of Attention, and Costco Friends 💣
This week Justin talks about his efforts to watch all the Oscar noms, and Christian muses on what makes going to the DMV so miserable. Then we read a letter from Kyla whose friend was a college classmate of Justin’s (and she has some opinions of him from back then). Finally, Tiffany calls in asking for advice on how to make a Costco meet-cute into a real friendship.Listen to Life is Short
Bob Costas 👍
Bob Costas (MLB Network) and Justin talk about his long career as a sportscaster for NBC, how he got his start calling minor league hockey games and why he believes The Kansas City Chiefs are America’s team. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts
Life Is Short(er): Jerry O, Shouty Family, and Senseless Banter 🥳
Best friend of the show Jerry O’Connell calls in from the gym for a quick chat about what he did for his 50th birthday. Then we read a letter from Soraya asking for advice about setting boundaries with siblings. Finally, Brad calls in to shout out his wife Ellis and he asks about the gender breakdown of the show and the guys’ thoughts about AI. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery
Steve Aoki 🎂
Steve Aoki (HiROQUEST 2: Double Helix) and Justin talk about his interest in cold plunging and longevity research, how he manages his demanding DJ schedule, and how his father’s impressive legacy lives on.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spot
Life Is Short(er): Super Bowl, Paranormal Tales, and First Moves 🏟️
The guys have a lot to say about the Super Bowl this week and “they don’t both have to have bet $50 on the Chiefs.” Then we read a letter from Betsy who shares her personal tales of the paranormal. Finally, Ellis from Colorado calls in asking how the guys met their significant others, who made the first move and what advice they have for a long marriage. Listen to Life is Short on th
Mark-Paul Gosselaar 🤞
Mark-Paul Gosselaar (Found, Saved By The Bell) and Justin talk about his iconic Zack Morris character in Saved By the Bell, how he avoided being typecast, and they clear up a silly little rumor about competing for the same roles. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wonde
Life Is Short(er): Teak’s Peen, Honeymooners, and Swiftie Criteria 🏝️
The guys discuss Justin’s mostly naked honeymoon experience on a remote island, and he updates us on the status of Teak the cat’s peen problems. A listener named Patrick writes in with a not-so-bad name suggestion for Christian’s scratch bar idea. Finally, Casey calls in with a NY Jets/Taylor Swift-themed Would You Rather (and the guys tread lightly with their answers). Listen to Lif
Zach Woods 🎅
Zach Woods (In The Know, Silicon Valley) and Justin discuss their similar aversion to technology (despite the roles they've played), how they handle being accosted by overly friendly drunk fans, and what it was like to work with Mike Judge on his new show “In The Know.” Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-fre
Life Is Short(er): Snow Day, Scratch Impresario, and Number Lookalikes ❄️
This week the guys discuss the joys of having a snow day with the nephews in Connecticut, and Christian reveals a bougie gripe he has with his favorite massage parlor. A listener named Tara Tiffany writes in from Ireland to ask if the guys would rather find maggots or toenails in their food. Julie calls in to reveal she made the turtle figurine for Justin and she offers some potential new
Melissa Rauch 💕
Melissa Rauch (Night Court) and Justin talk about what it’s like to star in the Night Court reboot, how she broke into the industry, and how she used to hand out flyers outside Broadway shows before making it as an actress. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App
Life Is Short(er): Memory Lane, Covered In Crows, and Destination Funeral 🐦⬛
The guys are still together this week, so they take the opportunity to walk down memory lane, discuss the benefits of a coffee warmer and compare their brotherly dynamic to the Kelce Brothers. We read a letter from Katie praising the show for keeping her spirits up through difficult times. Finally, a listener named Zoe leaves a voicemail pitching the genius idea for a destination funeral.
Noah Hawley
Noah Hawley (Fargo) and Justin talk about the state of award shows, what inspired the storyline for the 5th season of “Fargo,” and how his mother’s writing career shaped his own. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free
Life Is Short(er): Man Cave, Opossum Problems, and Mediocre Body ❄️
The guys are in the “man” cave together for a discussion about how Christian has 99 problems and an eviscerated opossum IS one. Justin gets his rental car stuck in the snow and lives to tell the tale (thanks to Larry). Then we read a letter from Lizzy with praise for the roundabout stories that open the show. Finally, a listener named Crystal calls in to talk about how she’s handy around
Tony Robbins 🤛❤️🙏
Tony Robbins (The Holy Grail of Investing) and Justin talk about how his upbringing influenced his motivation to help people, what it was like to take Ayahuasca, and he spills a few investing secrets.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
Life Is Short(er): Big Sur, Pura Vida, and Hand Rubbing 🥔
The guys talk about the trips they both recently went on: Justin & Kate to Big Sur for her birthday (in which they had a friendly run in with Bo Burnham and Phoebe Bridgers 👀) and Christian & Maggie to Costa Rica where they were accosted by monkeys, but fell in love with the laid back, phone-free atmosphere. Then we read a letter from Nancy with a glowing endorsement for Christian
Josh Gad 😬
Josh Gad (Gutenberg! The Musical!, Frozen) and Justin talk about working with actor Andrew Rannells on both “Book of Mormon,” and his latest show “Gutenberg! The Musical!,” how his kids handle attention from the public, and his seemingly contrasting passions for both sports and musical theater.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to
Life Is Short(er): Santa Hats, Body Positive, and Squirrel Rap 🥜
Happy New Year! The guys kick off 2024 with a recap about their holidays — how Justin accosted two strangers to procure Santa hats. They’re still trying to figure out wha the loser of their football bet has to do. A listener named Christian writes in with an impressive squirrel-theme rap. Finally, Zach from Indiana writes in praising “Going The Distance,” and Christian’s ability to keep J
Anderson Cooper 🐵
Anderson Cooper (CNN) and Justin talk about his upbringing in the Vanderbilt family and his fasciation with the Astors, his hilarious friendship with Andy Cohen and why he wanted to do his podcast "All There Is" about how we process grief.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ on the W
Life Is Short(er): 101 Movies, Corny/Horny, Sex Dream 🤚🦶
It’s the last show of 2023! The guys talk about Christian’s mani-pedi experience and he rates the best of the 101 movies he watched this year. Justin finally watched It’s A Wonderful Life and wants to gush about it 70 years late. Emily writes in about a sex dream she had about the guys, and she throws out some ideas for the loser of their bet. Finally, a listener named Chris calls in aski
Matt Friend 🤝
Matt Friend (The Simpsons) and Justin talk about how he developed his talent for impressions, how well-known people like Howard Stern and Jeff Goldblum react to his work, and the time he got a call from Liev Schrieber (while he was still in college) asking for advice.Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Won
Life Is Short(er): Family Rave, Possomsicle, Being Less Judgy 🇵🇱
The guys both have holiday parties to discuss, Justin’s prom-themed Hollywood fashion lady party and Christian’s Polish food-themed family get together with the nephews. Then a listener named Michelle writes in with bad news about Christian’s skunk problem, and a very spooky story about an encounter with a ghost. Finally, a listener named Angela calls in to ask advice about how to stop be
John Densmore
John Densmore (The Doors) and Justin talk about what it was like to be part of an iconic rock band, how they coped after Jim Morrison’s sudden death, how he had to sue his own band members to avoid selling out and they share a mutual appreciation for Bernie Sanders. Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on
Life Is Short(er): Caroling Fail, Podcast Dreams, and Thespian Humor🦶
The guys reminisce about their favorite Christmastime memories, and Christian laments how his memories of caroling at the local library just isn’t the same as it used to be. Then, a listener named Noelle tells us how she fell asleep listening to the pod and had a full on dream about us, and she offers a pedicure-related Would You Rather. Finally, a 25-year-old listener named Alba calls in
Rob Huebel 🍆
Rob Huebel (Goosebumps) and Justin talk about how they both only read their own parts in Goosebumps (and so it was fun to watch it all put together), How playing jerks on TV leads people to think he’s a jerk in real life, and what it was like to improvise opposite Larry David on “Curb Your Enthusiasm.”Listen to Life is Short on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can li
Life Is Short(er): Road Trip, Scratch Bar, and Middle Child Syndrome 👨👩👦👦
The guys talk about Justin’s recent cross-country road trip he took with Kate and Happy, and Christian pitches a new business venture where you can go just to get a professional back scratch. Then, Danielle from Illinois writes in with a semi-permanent idea for the loser of the football bet and a WYR about being stuck in a book for a year or a movie for 6 months. Finally, Sev calls in to
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