The Nightly

Matt Bragg and Josh Gondelman catch up over a pint for the Sunday Pub Chat.What You’ll Hear:New Year, Old Habits: Josh is feeling refreshed, while Matt’s still in Christmas lag—both united by leftover chocolate and gentle self-deprecation.The World’s Slowest Roadwork: Matt discovers a bridge project taking longer than the Eiffel Tower, the Titanic, and possibly human history.Trivia Night Troubles: From royal chickens to Looney Tunes lore, the quiz gets weird—and Josh’s confidence gets tested.CHAPTERS00:00 New year greetings & slow starts03:00 The world’s longest roadworks06:30 Avatar and the art of waiting10:00 Pub quiz begins12:00 Roast chicken & royal proposals14:00 Wile E. Coyote’s secret name16:00 Prunes, smiles & sleepy goodbyes

Matt Bragg and Josh Gondelman time-travel to 2002 and revisit the infamous “Tuck Rule” game — the snowy, rule-bending NFL moment that launched the Patriots dynasty and infuriated the rest of America.What You’ll Hear:Sick Day Energy: Matt braves a heroic cold (with full dramatic flair) while Josh celebrates dodging New York’s winter flu.The Tuck Rule Explained: Josh brings Matt deep into the Patriots-Raiders playoff that changed football forever.Sliding Doors & Sliding Teams: A parallel universe where Oakland thrives, Manchester City falters, and one bad penalty kick rewrites sports history.CHAPTERS00:00 Sniffles, sighs & sympathy tea03:00 The pop culture time machine opens04:30 The infamous 2002 “Tuck Rule” game08:50 Patriots’ dynasty origins11:30 Soccer rivalries & near misses14:20 The ripple effect of one call16:30 Sliding doors & sleepy goodnights

Kristen Meinzer and Jacquis Neal gear up for awards season with a cozy 2026 Golden Globes preview.What You’ll Hear:Globe Gossip: Kristen and Jacquis break down the quirks, chaos, and champagne-soaked history of the Golden Globes.Movie Matchups: Which 2026 nominees have the buzz, the drama, and the star power to win big?Hot Takes & Hopefuls: From “Sinners” supremacy to Wicked fatigue, they share their boldest picks — and who they wish would win.CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome & award season kickoff02:00 What makes the Golden Globes so wild05:00 Predictions for Best Picture (Comedy/Musical)08:20 Best Picture (Drama) and “Sinners” lovefest13:00 K-Pop Demon Hunters vs. Wicked19:00 TV favorites and surprise contenders23:30 Final hot takes & Michael B. Jordan’s Oscar-worthy moment

KP Parker and Kristen Meinzer take a stroll through sequel chaos and hobby inspiration.What You'll Hear: Sequel Struggles: KP and Kristen debate the confusing world of movie naming—from Wicked: For Good to Rise of the Planet of the Apes—and wonder, does “Dawn” really come before “Rise”?Hotline Highlights: Listener Kelly from Chicago joins to ask how to talk about hobbies when yours feel, well, ordinary. Turns out, walking the dog, thrifting, and Gilmore Girls rewatches might be more fascinating than you think.Curious Is Cool: The trio finds warmth (and wit) in celebrating simple joys, reminding us that interested people are interesting people.CHAPTERS00:00 A cozy hello01:00 Movie sequel naming chaos05:00 Kelly joins the Nightly Hotline07:00 The great hobby debate15:00 Rediscovering your younger self21:00 Sweet dreams for Sam the dog

Jacquis Neal and KP Parker trade quarter-zips, jewelry, and spooky theater stories.What You’ll Hear:Horror, Live and In Person: Jacquis raves about a stage adaptation of Paranormal Activity that manages to scare even seasoned theater lovers.Snooze or Choose – Fashion Edition: From quarter zips to crew necks, the hosts debate which cozy layers earn a bedtime “choose.”Speed Listeners Anonymous: KP confesses her 1.3× habit while Jacquis makes a heartfelt plea for the power of the pause.Mixing Metals & Mindsets: Gold, silver, and a little self-expression—how confidence can make any combo shine.CHAPTERS00:00 Horror plays & live scares03:00 Snooze or choose: Quarter zips06:15 Snooze or choose: Listening at 1.5× speed11:45 Snooze or choose: Mixing metals in jewelry16:00 Tattoos, confidence, and goodnights

Sophia Wilson Pelton and Jacquis Neal face the universal truth: some days, you just feel ugly.What You'll Hear:Glow Up Philosophy: Sophia confesses her “ugly attack,” and the two unpack pimple patches, hair grow-out humility, and the surprising joy of subtle concealer.Spooning Logic: The duo play “Spoon, Snore, or Shove on the Floor” starring Shrek, Paddington Bear, and the Grinch (and later, a few famous inanimate objects).Bedtime Wisdom: Turns out, self-love might just be the most flattering light of all.CHAPTERS00:00 Ugly attack & bad mirror days03:00 Hair grow-outs and humbling phases06:00 The power (and peace) of pimple patches08:00 Makeup myths & quiet confidence10:30 Spoon, Snore, or Shove: Shrek edition15:00 Furniture edition gets weird21:30 Bedtime reflections & goodnight

Kristen Meinzer and Matt Bragg swap travel tales and TV obsessions, from small-town holiday cheer to cozy British mysteries. What You’ll Hear Summer Christmas in New Zealand: Kristen recounts her trip to the South Island, complete with chicken cuddles, Santa in shorts, and Married at First Sight marathons with her mother-in-law. Travel Confessions: Matt shares his love-hate relationship with tropical humidity, time-zone chaos, and the art of sweating through a workday in Singapore. Carvings, Castles & Cozy Crimes: The pair debate the ethics of carving your name into ancient rocks, rave about The Thursday Murder Club, and discuss British headlines that could double as bedtime stories. CHAPTERS 00:00 Greetings & New Zealand adventures 03:30 Santa, chickens & small-town Christmas magic 05:40 Summer holidays and beach barbecues 08:00 Long flights & Singapore heat 10:20 The “Stonehenge of New Zealand” 13:00 Natural wonders & tourist etiquette 14:30 The art of leaving your mark (literally) 17:30 Local British headlines & cozy mysteries 21:00 Matt’s upcoming village hall show 21:50 Goodnights from Fleet & beyond

KP Parker and Matt Bragg trade life hacks, from chaotic shoe collections to the eternal quest for perfect bubbles.What You’ll HearPoster-Worthy Wisdom: KP’s new mantra — “Bubbles are for outside, still water’s for inside” — replaces an unfortunate dancing slogan.The Shoe Situation: Matt confesses his slipper addiction and shoe rack woes; KP brainstorms hacks that quickly escalate into… a dedicated shoe room.Carbonation Nation: Why SodaStream bubbles don’t cut it, how to install a soda fountain at home (don’t), and the surprise science of bubble tea.CHAPTERS00:00 Slippers & safety01:00 Inspirational posters, revised03:00 Matt’s shoe storage spiral06:00 Shoe rooms & relationship compromises08:00 KP’s fizzy drink dilemma10:30 The water tank solution12:00 “Bubbles are for outside” revelation13:00 Bubble tea 10114:00 Goodnight and good hacks