Off the Cupp with S.E. Cupp
S.E. Cupp offers a break from the relentless news cycle and political headlines with this podcast. She and her famous guests — celebrities, athletes, authors, journalists, and more — explore their personal lives, struggles, and experiences through a mental health lens. It's a loose, intimate conversation about living in a chaotic world, going beyond the day's news to discuss what really matters in everyday life.
Episodes
We Can Still Feel Good About America - Here's How
This week, S.E. considers the holiday weekend and the 250th Anniversary of America. In light of a new Gallup poll — and just, you know, being an American recently — it's clear we're all feeling a little meh about patriotism. It can feel divisive, even toxic, and apparently at a record low across the spectrum. But there have been glimpses of feel-good Americana as seen through the lens
In the Trump Era, politics is our Reality TV. Let's discuss.
It’s easy to feel bleak in the times we live. Can our democracy withstand so many forces trying to break it? In this week’s episode, SE shares an optimistic take: Just because we can’t see the solution doesn’t mean there isn’t one out there to any number of seemingly unsolvable problems facing the nation ahead of its 250th anniversary. She would never have predicted,
Trump's 'blunder' of an Iran deal and America's plummeting trust in media
As predicted last week, Trump technically has a deal with Iran. But according to, well, everyone -- including leaders from his own party -- Trump's Iran deal not only reneges on every reason he listed for going to war in the first place but also rises to the level of "worst foreign policy blunder in decades." S.E. unpacks the art of Trump's abdominal deal. Later, S.E. talks Sarah Rumpf, contributi
S.E.’s Talkin’ Coffee … and caffeine minimalism
Decaf is freedom! On our last episode of Talkin’ Coffee, S.E. and her producers Lauren and Derrick taste-tested Lowkey Coffee, a new ready-to-drink coffee product specializing in decaf coffee. This time, one of Lowkey Coffee’s co-founders, Adriana Gindlesperg, joins the discussion to divulge the secrets of arabica entrepreneurialism. Then, the regular panel discusses all the news that&
Celebrating Trump’s 38th declaration that the war in Iran is ‘over’
S.E. is back with a recap of the week’s news. First, some thoughts on the election loss of South Carolina House Republican (and apparent self-appointed trans bathroom police chief) Nancy Mace. Then, the BIG news: President Trump’s has once again announced – despite what Iran might tell you – that the war in Iran has concluded. Will this one stick? S.E. is also joined Kevin
Trump's lame duck presidency & Democrats' game of chicken
This week, could Republicans be in a worse position for the fast-approaching midterms? Let S.E. count the ways. Because this is -- ahead of schedule and in a bigger way than expected -- Trump's lame duck presidency. S.E. puts this moment into context and what it means for Republicans. And stay tuned for an interview with Karen Finney -- CNN contributor and Democratic strategist -- who weighs in on
Republicans, be careful what you wish for
SE sits down with her colleague Van Jones to discuss what is coming next for both parties ahead of 2028, and what voters actually are looking for. But first, she breaks down a doozy of an election in Texas, where Sen. John Cornyn, a four-term incumbent, popular and liked by his constituents, and who voted with Trump 100% of the time, nevertheless lost his primary to the more MAGA candidate. Cornyn
S.E.’s Talkin’ Coffee … and high-key caffeinism
S.E. delivers a fresh batch of all the news that’s fit to sip with her producers Lauren and Derrick. This is a packed week with not one but two taste-tests (!), as well news about Switzerland’s surprising connection to coffee, coffee products fit for a gym bro, and coffee…video games? Are we iPad kids now? If you have any thoughts about coffee, the news, or mental health, reach
What happened to the party of ideas?
S.E. traces her own arc back to her conservative awakening in college (what young mind doesn’t find fiscal responsibility exciting?) and explains how Reagan’s “party of ideas” appealed to her. Pre-Trump, she hoped to inject some new ideas into the GOP platform, but instead, the Republican Party went the opposite way from ideas when it molded itself in Trump’s image. H
Redistricting, Hantavirus, and SE’s silver linings playbook
The Hantavirus headlines are giving 2020. So if you’re failing to suppress your COVID flashbacks or swallow the eerie feeling that we’re “here again,” S.E. has some leveled guidance. Dr. Jeremy Faust is an ER physician in Boston, an editor in chief of MedPage Today, and associate professor at Harvard Medical School, and he is here to break down the Hantavirus - how it compa
From reality star ‘villain’ to mayoral hopeful
People sometimes draw comparisons between reality-TV-star-turned-politician Spencer Pratt and another certain figure who managed to spin reality show stardom into political power. And the comparisons are worth exploring – in this conversation with Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt, SE asks him about his relationship to MAGA. But there’s more than that to his story, which star
S.E.’s Talkin’ Coffee … and Gen Z drinking trends
It’s a welcomed return to Talkin’ Coffee. After a never-ending news week … month … year(s) for S.E., she’s ready to dive into all the news that’s fit to sip with her producers Lauren and Derrick. This week, they return to a previous coffee story about a product called “Pocket Coffee” and actually try it. S.E. also shares some new, exciting studies,
Why voters are in their populist era
As usual, it’s been a big week. S.E. shares her thoughts on and experience with the Correspondents Dinner shooting and the importance of the press and press freedom. Then she digs into both the Left and the Right. First, with the DOJ's embarrassing second indictment of James Comey over his beach art and what it says about Trump and his desire to lose. Then S.E. digs into the Democratic Party
Why is reinvention so alluring?
Change - reinvention - it's a topic that has come up a lot on Off the Cupp. Sometimes it's a big event that changes us (Listen: Ricki Lake), sometimes it's a societal wave we're riding (Listen: Michael Chiklis), other times it's a deliberate shift to gain control of our lives (Listen: Jennie Garth). Change feels inevitable, but also scary, sometimes beautiful, and much more complicated than we kno
Talkin' Politics: Tucker Carlson's 'apology' and the truth about the Dems' redistricting ‘win'
This week on Talkin' Politics: Tucker Carlson apologized to his public for his role in bringing Trump to power. And plenty of people on the Hill and in media are applauding him for his and giving him a lot of credit. But that's not where S.E. is at. S.E. knows Tucker and knows that he didn't just mislead the public, he openly lied to them. S.E. also gets into the news in Virginia that voters appro
Lauren Holly on grief, getting loud, and the joy of Dumb & Dumber
Oh this week is a good one! S.E. gets to sit down with Lauren Holly, an actor with an extensive list of film and TV credits, but also an activist who dedicates so much of her time and care to issues around sexual harassment, opioid dependency, and the arts. Through a deep conversation about empathy, grief and mental health, S.E. and Lauren explore what it means to be human in a complicated and div
Sarah Spain on building a new table in the sports world
This week, S.E. gets to dig into the state of media and college nostalgia with Sara Spain! The host of Good Game with Sarah Spain and longtime sports journalist talks about how her extrovert-oversharer personality kind of works with the manic, be-everywhere media landscape, but also makes her want to live off the grid. Sarah also shares an incredible story about what she did as a 20-something to g
Talkin’ Politics: Threatening a war crime is still a war crime
On this week's Talkin' Politics, SE untangles the news of one of the more bizarre and alarming weeks we’ve had in a string of bizarre and alarming weeks. After President Trump threatened that “a whole civilization will die tonight” in Iran, he pulled his finger off the button and claimed victory. Global energy prices are still up, our allies are still rattled, the Gulf states are
Joshua Malina on Aaron Sorkin, 90s TV nostalgia, and the reboot we need
This week, S.E. continues her guest-related Sorkin-issance with Josh Malina! Malina, who has been described as Sorkin's good luck charm, takes listeners behind the scenes of his roles and shows, including Sports Night and The West Wing. He also shares stories about mooching off the screenwriter in his early days of acting. The pair talk about their shared love of theater, why listening to music br
Talkin’ Politics: Mission not accomplished
On this week's Talkin' Politics, SE breaks down the news of the week, from above where the Artemis II is headed on a historic trip around the moon, to (far) below, where President Trump finally delivered his first national address on the Iran war, more than a month after it began. The speech may have been meant to quell the concerns of a skeptical public, but instead, it exposed just how poorly th
Saying the quiet things out loud: Perimenopause edition
Why, in this day and age, is there still such a shroud over women's health? It's wild that half of the planet experiences perimenopause (and its varied symptoms) and yet there's very little public and private discussions about it! If you're a close listener of the show, you'll know perimenopause has come up in conversations with Sherry Shepherd and Heather Dubrow, among others. There’s obvio
Talkin' Politics: How to decode Trump's spin on the Iran war
On this week's Talkin' Politics, we return to Trump's favorite topic — the Iran war. It's not that he's NOT talking about the war. Trump talks about it all the time! It's just that what he says doesn't make any sense. One day he screams, "The war is practically won!" The next moment it's, "The war needs winning! Another day he claims the war is practically over! The next moment he warns it c
Late night legend Craig Kilborn: 'I guess podcast is king'
This week, S.E. continues her streak of broadcast-legend guests (see: Sally Jessy Raphael, Ricky Lake, Josh Mankiewicz, Andy Cohen, & more!) with Craig Kilborn! Craig talks about being the original Daily Show host, his dream-job late night spot, and how, after a career getting to do a little bit of everything, Craig is finally doing something he's really pinned for — and he breaks that n
Talkin' Politics: Forget Democracy, we need the government to function first
On this week's Talkin' Politics, S.E. wonders, what is Tulsi Gabbard's end game? The Director of National Intelligence embarrassed herself during a hearing on the Hill this week defending Trump's decision to go to war with Iran and that's after spending her political career fighting the very existence of endless wars. Confusing! But also, did you know there's STILL a government shutdown going on?
Barstool Sports’ Kevin Clancy’s advice? Don’t start a podcast
This week, S.E. chats with Barstool Sports’ Kevin Clancy (KFC) about social media, his decision to end his popular podcast, and how he navigates internet fame, virality (not the good kind), and staying authentic. They talk controversies, share strong opinions, and offer advice for aspiring content creators (advice that S.E. isn’t taking personally). And stay tuned for a very fresh ligh
S.E.’s Talkin’ Coffee … and RFK Jr. better listen!
S.E. is back with her producers Lauren and Derrick to discuss all the news that's fit to sip, including an alarming attack by the United States Secretary of Health and Human Services on S.E. spiritual home, Dunkin’ Donuts. Plus, Lauren reports on the “damn fine cups of coffee” she had on a recent visit to a Twin Peaks gathering.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Talkin' Politics: Bombs and bombast
This week on Talkin’ Politics, S.E. lays out the many baffling statements President Trump has made regarding the war in Iran, its progress, and its objectives. He doesn’t sound like a president talking about war. Then, S.E. dives further into the week’s news with former Pennsylvania representative Charlie Dent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Everybody loves Phil Rosenthal
Oh this is fun! This week, S.E. gets to spend an hour with the hilarious and delightful Phil Rosenthal, TV writer, producer and host, best known for the long-running sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond and his Netflix food/travel series, Somebody Feed Phil. S.E. and Phil get into his early acting desires, how 'Raymond' came to be, and how he manages the rejection inherent in the business (not to mentio
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Talkin' Politics: Texas, Iran & Noem, oh my! [w. Adam Kinzinger]
It has been a week (de ja vu) and S.E. attempts to tackle it all on this week's episode of Talkin' Politics. Where to begin. There's the Texas primaries and what the results mean for the midterms. There's the war with Iran that we are now engaged in. And the week capped off with the Department of Homeland Security Secretary, Kristi Noem getting unceremoniously fired. And S.E. gets into all of it w
The perfect storm of midlife
If you're a close listener of Off the Cupp, you will have picked up on one of the themes running through a lot of S.E.'s conversations — midlife. S.E. has talked with guests from Wings' Steven Weber to comedian Sherri Shepherd, to The West Wing's Janel Maloney about this moment in life where you start to take stock of your life and career, often fighting or leaning into this feeling of uphea
Talkin' Politics: Are Republicans rigging the election to win it?
This week on Talkin' Politics, S.E. tackles Trump's grand delusions from his State of the Union speech and the very real disaster ahead for Republicans who are trying to get reelected in Trump's dismal economy. What are Republicans to do? How about cook up a national emergency that will give Trump extraordinary power over voting? That’s what a 17-page draft executive order suggests — t
Dana Bash on presidential debates, doggy daycare, and streaming to escape
S.E. gets candid this week with her friend and CNN colleague, Dana Bash on the challenges of journalism, the impact of politics on their personal lives, and the ways they find escape in pop culture. They dive into Dana's career, the sisterhood she found in media and her dream job (if she's being totally honest). Dana also reveals the thing that she's done that's scarier than moderating a president
S.E.'s Talkin' Coffee … and character-based creamers
In this episode, S.E. sits down with her producers Lauren and Derrick to taste-test the I.P.-branded coffee creamers she mentioned in her last T.C. episode: creamers based on Harry Potter and Paris Hilton. Is the taste magical? Or do you need to be born with glitter in your veins to think so? Come for our answers to those questions, stay for all the news that’s fit to sip.See omnystudio.com/
Sally Jessy Raphael on Bad Bunny, the French, and her storied career
S.E. sits down with ICON Sally Jessy Raphael to talk about her incredible career in journalism and as a talk show host. Sally takes us back to her days on the radio, reporting in the field, and famous glasses. Sally, who spent more than 40 years in Puerto Rico, talks Bad Bunny and the island that she loves. Stay tuned for Sally's very strong feelings about France and why she's actually an introver
Talkin' Politics: A warning to Republican lawmakers: Save yourselves
On today's Talkin' Politics, S.E. takes a look at Trump’s latest poll numbers, which show cratering support on even his signature issues of immigration and the economy. Trump roundly defeated Biden in 2024, but voters are now saying they prefer his job performance to Trump’s. Then, she looks ahead to the Democratic Party’s plans for the midterms with her guest, Pennsylvania Congr
Andy Ostroy on optimism and resistance
This week, S.E. invites back her first repeat guest! Andy Ostroy is a writer, producer, director, podcast host, nonprofit founder, and a candy store owner. In his first interview, Andy shared the tragic story of his late wife — the actress, director, and screenwriter Adrienne Shelley — her brutal murder in 2006, and Andy's fight for justice. If you haven't listened to that, start there
Talkin' Politics: Trump wants to nationalize elections. Believe him.
On today's Talkin' Politics ... where to begin. How about Trump's proposal that we nationalize elections?! This, of course, is despite the Constitution's insistence they be decentralized. But when has the Constitution ever stopped Trump from dreaming big. S.E. unpacks the dangers of this, the very real preparations some states are taking in the event of a 'federal intervention' in our midterm elec
Alisyn Camerota on punk nostalgia, vinyl parties, and reinvention after loss
One of the thrills of having this podcast is that S.E. gets to sit down for a luxurious amount of time with her friends. And this episode is a special one for that reason. S.E. brings on her friend and fellow journalist Alisyn Camerota. They talk about Alisyn's nostalgia for the 'unpainted' punk 80s, why she was an "impatient and problematic employee" in her early days, their shared experiences at
Talkin’ Politics: The politics of Minnesota and beyond
On this episode of Talkin' Politics, S.E. talks shifting vibes and rhetoric around the ICE presence in Minneapolis, the continued verbal hypocrisies of the Trump administration and the tension between an inner circle that doesn't really want to change tactics and Republican lawmakers who can see the writing on the wall for 2026. Speaking of which, S.E. gives her hot, hot take on the midterms and b
Heather Dubrow Gives Too Many F's
If you are a Bravo fan, this is a very special episode for you (and S.E.). S.E. get's to dish with one of her favorite Bravolebrities, Heather Dubrow, from the Real Housewives of Orange County, Malibu Country, Hot in Cleveland, and so many more. And it's a very full conversation about anxiety, parenthood, the joy — and chaos — of reality TV and finding yourself despite the pressure of
Talkin' Politics: A Dane weighs in on Trump's Greenland grab
As Trump continues to saber-rattle through Davos, threatening to take Greenland, a sovereign Danish territory, S.E. wonders on today's Talkin' Politics, what do the Danes think of all this? At home, the Greenland grab seems to be popular with no one outside of Trump's inner circle. And Trump's increasingly unhinged, "mine, mine, mine" global political strategy is not only unsettling American marke
The ultimate Broadway musicals episode with Marisha Wallace
OK, get excited musical fans because this is the theatrical deep dive of S.E.'s dreams. S.E. sits down with Marisha Wallace, who has starred in so many fantastic shows in the West End, London, including Dreamgirls, Hairspray, Guys and Dolls and most recently as Sally Bowles in Cabaret on Broadway. Marisha talks about what it was like finding her way from a country hog farm to the stage, how the ro
S.E.'s Talkin' Coffee, bad dates and worse water
In this episode, S.E. shares with her producers Lauren and Derrick a disturbing revelation that may explain why airplane coffee tastes the way it does. Then, is going for coffee a sensible first date option or a red flag? Plus, S.E. makes good on her promise to reveal her extensive Aladdin memorabilia collection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Talkin’ Politics: Will the Rule of Law survive Trump?
Welcome to another jam-packed week in Trump's America. S.E. shares her hot take on the deep irony of Trump's pro-Democracy message to Iranian protestors while federal agents continue to use violent force against protesters right here at home. There's a lot to unpack. And stay tuned for S.E.'s interview with Philip Mudd, someone S.E. goes to for the real inside scoop on national security issues. Th
Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi: Meatball no more
This week, our resident reality TV obsessive gets to sit down with realty TV OG star, Nicole Polizzi, or Snooki, from Jersey Shore. S.E. and Nicole dive into the behind-the-scenes of the making of that early reality TV series, her thoughts on her cast mates — then and now — and what she thinks about reality TV now. Nicole talks about how she was able to transform her reality TV career
Talkin' Politics: War, what is it good for? Distraction.
Talkin' Politics is back and barely a week into this new year there's already so much to talk about, including Trump's abrupt pivot to nation building? While Trump and his surrogates decide why they bombed Venezuela and captured President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, S.E. ruminates on Trump's signature policy: America First. Since the height of that isolationist marketing pitch, something's change
Denis Leary on Boston, sports, and finding comedy with the help of a nun
The first episode of 2026 and it’s a big one! S.E. sits down with fellow M***hole, Denis Leary in a super fun and hilarious conversation about Denis’ childhood, his path to acting and his favorite early work. The two also can’t help but dive into all things Boston and S.E. forced Denis to reveal some of his favorite spots in the area. Denis shares his thoughts on humor, some hila
Celebrating S.E.’s favorite question
Happy New Year’s Eve! If you’re an avid listener, you know how S.E. likes to end her interviews, with her favorite question: When is iced coffee season? And if you’re an avid listener, you’ll know there’s a right and wrong answer. What better way to recap the year — and look back a the fantastic slew of guests S.E. had — than by remembering who&r
Replay: Larry Wilmore on the Reiners
Today, we're sharing a favorite Off the Cupp episode from 2024: a conversation with Larry Wilmore. In it, S.E. and Larry talked about Rob Reiner and his dad, Carl Reiner. It was a really good conversation about so many things, from parenting to comedy, but it just so happened that the Reiners' figured prominently. And since, surely, S.E. isn't alone in thinking a lot about Rob Reiner and his movie
Talkin’ Politics: Has intra-party fighting just become the point?
Tis the season to reflect back on a year that, more than anything else, was marked by intra-party fights. S.E. recaps the many ways the Democrats and Republicans — and MAGA — are their own worst enemies. Has fighting just become the point? S.E. also singles out Ben Shapiro’s Talking Points USA speech. Shapiro has been called courageous for condemning his own people &mda
Comedian Aparna Nancherla on anxiety, depression, perimenopause, and comedy
It’s the holiday season, and that can often mean a mixed bag for mental health. Between all the joy and merriment (and Hallmark movies), there’s often also the extra burden of shorter days, familial complications, the pressure of expectations, and loneliness. Luckily for all of us who experience that full holiday cheer-to-anxiety spectrum, S.E.’s guest this week is comedian Aparn
S.E.’s Talkin’ Coffee … from arabica to Agrabah
S.E. is back with her producers Lauren and Derrick to discuss all the news that's fit to sip, including an in-flight coffee controversy, celebrity coffee brands, how coffee can help blueberries last longer in the fridge, and the personality traits associated with French press coffee drinkers. But first, a mug triggers the realization of an important shared connection among the three pour-over pund
Talkin' Politics: Steve Israel and the slow unraveling of the Trump presidency
This week on Talkin' Politics, Trump finally returns to the issue his voters care about — affordability. But instead of outlining all the ways he intends to improve the economy, Trump this week gaslit voters, telling them the economy is great and their feelings on the matter don't matter. Well, S.E. has some thoughts. And stay tuned for a chat with Steve Israel, former longtime New York cong
Chris Noth on men, messiness, and Mr. Big
This week, S.E. talks to Chris Noth, known for his memorable roles on Sex and the City and Law and Order. Chris talks about those iconic projects, but SE and Chris go deep on childhood and the loss of his father, how a boarding school in upstate New York saved him, what he's learned about mental health and men, acting regrets, and what Me Too taught him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info
Talkin' Politics: On politics AND anxiety, is Hollywood the answer?
On this week's Talkin' Politics, S.E. sits down with Emmy-nominated producer and writer Scott Stenholm. Scott comes with some really important insights into the role Hollywood should and shouldn't play in our lives. He's also thinking a lot about our collective, social-media-related mental-health crisis and how Hollywood — and the narrative storytelling it excels at — can help. If, tha
Andrew Yang is trying to solve our tech addiction
Technically yes, S.E. is sitting down with a politician this week, and keen listeners know that Off the Cupp is S.E.'s break from all that. But Andrew Yang is an exception to the rule. He's also a dad, ice cream addict, entrepreneur, and consistent risk taker who ran for president in 2020 despite having no previous political experience. Today, Andrew is once again trying to shake up the political
Susan Orlean's latest writing project: Herself
This week, S.E. gets to talk shop with one of the greatest writers working today, Susan Orlean. Susan Orlean is known for her long-form, immersive profiles that take readers into seemingly ordinary but absolutely extraordinary worlds, from orchid collecting, to competitive surfing, and teenage suburban life. And now, she's turning that keen eye for detail on herself. S.E. and Susan talk about the
Talkin' Politics: MAGA actually can’t sink any lower
How is it that two of the biggest stories in politics today are that MAGA influencers with massive platforms are whitewashing neo-Nazis and pedophilia? Hear S.E.'s take on just how low MAGA will sink to twist reality to defend MAGA's a-moral faction (that Trump opened the door for in 2016, by the way) or help launder Jeffrey Epstein's posthumous reputation. To what end? Also, S.E. gets NewsNation
Rahm Emanuel on fly fishing, ballet, and saving American democracy
Rahm Emanuel has many former big titles attached to his name: President Obama's chief of staff, mayor of Chicago, ambassador to Japan. He also has a pretty hefty — potential — future title (*cough* 2028 presidential contender) attached to his name as of late. But that's not what S.E. and Rahm are here to talk about. In this episode, the two dig into Rahm's past, his family, his pivots
BONUS: A fly fishing primer
Tomorrow’s episode is an interview with Rahm Emanuel, who, like S.E., happens to be very into fly fishing! The two wade into the topic during the conversation and quickly find themselves comfortably in the deep end of in-the-know fishing jargon, so consider this BONUS episode your life preserver. S.E. is joined by returning podcast champion (and husband) John Goodwin to define all the key te
S.E.’s Talkin’ Coffee … but what is coffee?
S.E. is joined by her producers Lauren and Derrick and her husband John to discuss the most memorable coffee-related scenes in movies. Plus, our caffeinated panel considers the important question, “what is coffee?” And all the news that’s fit to sip!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Who won the shutdown, with Andrew Gillum
If last election week ended with a bang for Democrats, this week ended in a whimper with eight Senate Democrats breaking from their party and signing a deal to end the historic government shutdown. And voters are not happy about it. Our Talkin' Politics guest today, Andrew Gillum [former Mayor of Tallahassee and co-host of Native Land Pod], helps S.E. dissect this game of chicken — who won,
Mika Brzezinski knows her value
This week, S.E. goes behind the headlines, the camera, and the 5am call time with Mika Brzezinski. The co-host of MSNBC's Morning Joe and founder of the Know Your Value Initiative, Mika talks about her 'rough around the edges' upbringing with her artist mom and DC-insider dad where evenings might have mixed foreign dignitaries and the Pope with sawdust and chainsaws. She also shares her career jou
Sen. Elissa Slotkin: Democrats need to ‘start by shutting up and listening’
This week was a big one for Democrats so S.E. sits down with Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin to get her takeaways from Tuesday’s elections, why Democrats need their midwestern cohort now more than ever, and what she’s really thinking about the 2028 race. Then, S.E. weighs in on this question, were these big Democratic wins actually a referendum on Trump? Well, it's complicated. Plus, list
Janel Moloney is still living in West Wing's world
This week, S.E. gets to indulge in one of her favorite shows, The West Wing, with Janel Moloney, who played Donna Moss across the series' 7 seasons. In this strange new streaming era where the past is present, Janel explains what it's like be on a 25-year-old hit show. Janel brings us back to her early audition days, getting — and not getting — the big breaks, and how she's evolv
Is Trump planning on a third term?
This week on Talkin’ Politics, S.E. chats with Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) about his take on a new generation of leaders (and issues) to carry the Democratic Party into the future. Then, S.E. weighs in on some recent chatter about whether Trump will actually try to break American democracy in order to allow himself to serve a third term in office. (Believe him!) Plus, listener mail!See omnystu
Chely Wright, Country's Queer Icon
This week, S.E. sits down with Chely Wright, an award-winning country music artist, activist, and author to discuss her multifaceted career and personal journey. Before they get into the emotional and professional challenges Wright faced as a closeted gay woman in the country music industry, S.E. asks Chely her thoughts on some big news (from Beyonce to Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban) that has come
Karine Jean-Pierre & S.E.’s take on Trump’s White House makeover
This week on Talkin’ Politics, S.E. chats with former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre about why she left the Democratic Party, the rise of independent voters, her message to Dems, and her new book, “Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines.” And later, do you hear that noise? If you’re in Washington, D.C., it’s probably t
Mindy Cohn is kindness and joy
Nostalgia alert! This week, S.E. gets to tap into her inner 8-year-old in an interview with Mindy Cohn. So many 80s audiences grew up with Mindy, who played Natalie on the Facts of Life, a sitcom focused on the lives of four girls — and their caretaker — at a prestigious all girls boarding school. S.E. gets to find out what the dynamic was like behind and on the set, how that early cel
S.E.’s Talkin’ Coffee … and askin’ questions
It’s the season two return of Talkin’ Coffee! S.E. is joined by her producers Lauren and Derrick to discuss what TV shows are most identifiable with coffee and consider whether there is any place coffee does not belong. Plus, a personal coffee-meets-technology tragedy, and all the news that’s fit to sip!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Talkin' Politics: Rahm Emanuel & S.E.'s take on those leaked texts
Welcome to Talkin' Politics, the podcast within a podcast that gives you a weekly dose of S.E.'s piping' hot takes on the news of the week as well as interviews with political heavyweights. And this week, S.E. talks with Rahm Emanuel. Most recently, Rahm was the U.S. ambassador to Japan, but he has also served in Congress, as mayor (of Chicago), and, once upon a time, Chief of Staff for Pres
Charlamagne Tha God on Therapy, Preparation, and the GOAT of broadcasting
Welcome to Season 2! What a way to start! S.E. sits down with Charlamagne tha God for a conversation about media today, his early radio days, mental health, and so much more. Charlamagne is a media mogul to the nth degree. He is making an impact and elevating Black voices in broadcast, podcasting, and publishing. He's also the reason S.E. has this podcast. S.E. and Charlamagne talk about their alt
Off the Cupp is back with season 2!
S.E. Cupp is back with her thoughtful deep-dive convos about life, careers, pivots, parenting, and mental health with her famous friends and people she admires. But there's more! S.E. is also bringing back 'Talkin' Coffee' — a fun and frothy roundtable chat with her producers, Lauren and Derrick, about all things coffee. And if THAT's not enough, S.E. is adding another episode to the roster
Love & Marriage: S.E. and her husband talk mental health
It's the final episode of season 1! And S.E. has some NEWS (you'll have to listen to find out!). To cap off a year of 49 fun, insightful, and revealing conversations about the intersection of life, careers, and mental health, S.E. brings on a very special guest for episode 50 — her husband, John Goodwin. This episode is more personal than ever before, not only because they are talking about
The magic of Hamilton's Christopher Jackson
It's a thrilling penultimate episode of Off the Cupp Season 1 with one of the coolest guests ... Broadway (and TV and movie) star, Christopher Jackson! S.E. indulges in ALL the musical theater, behind-the-scenes action Christopher can offer from The Lion King to In the Heights to Hamilton. Christopher shares his journey from small-town life in Cairo, Illinois, to the grand stages of Br
Michael Kelly isn't working
This week S.E. chats with Michael Kelly, star of House of Cards and Jack Ryan, among so many more. They talk about Michael's serendipitous start in acting, his deep love of baseball, and when he almost quit acting (and what gave him the courage to continue). S.E. and Michael get honest about managing demanding careers and parenting, the pain of missing milestones and also the need to pursue one's
James Van Der Beek's New Role: Survivor
This week, S.E. sits down with James Van Der Beek, an actor known for so many iconic roles from Dawson's Creek to Varsity Blues to The Rules of Attraction. Now James is using his platform to share his life-changing cancer diagnosis and amplify the life-saving need for early detection. S.E. and James delve into his emotional journey from diagnosis, to treatment to the profound realizations about id
Scheana Shay on anxiety and infidelity and reality TV, oh my!
This week, S.E. enters the Bravoverse with Scheana Shay! The Vanderpump Rules reality star opens up (even more) in her new memoir, My Good Side. S.E. and Scheana get into all the drama from the set to the page, but they also get personal about the darkest parts Scheana revealed in her book, her struggle with anxiety around her kid and parenting, and how she is finding ways to be in the moment rath
S.E.’s Talkin’ Coffee, drones and snakes??
On this edition of Talkin’ Coffee, S.E. shares a story about the predator in her backyard, a banger of a coffee-inspired idea, and gets into another Gen Z coffee trend — is it suss? You decide! S.E.’s joined, as always, by her producers Lauren and Derrick and the trio dive into into all the news that’s fit to sip!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rocco DiSpirito will cook until he dies
This week it's chef and restauranteur Rocco DiSpirito! You know two of S.E.'s favorite things are reality TV and restaurants, so it's a real treat that S.E. gets to talk to probably THE person who reality food TV on the map. They talk about why he doesn't have boundaries in his work and life, what stage of his career he's in, what those early reality days were like (and an industry secret not even
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