Beautiful Stories From Anonymous People
1 phone call. 1 hour. No names. No holds barred. Thats the premise behind Beautiful Stories from Anonymous People, hosted by comedian Chris Gethard (the Chris Gethard Show, Broad City, This American Life, and one of Time Outs 10 best comedians of 2015). Every week, Chris opens the phone line to one anonymous caller, and he cant hang up first, no matter what. From shocking confessions and family secrets to philosophical discussions and shameless self-promotion, anything can and will happen! Theme song by Shellshag.
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Pediatric Nurse With a New Baby
07/01/2025
Pediatric Nurse With a New Baby
This week’s caller is a pediatric nurse with a newborn at home, and she’s learning in real time how her job is both a blessing and a curse when it comes to new mom anxiety. She and Geth talk about sleepless nights, the emotional toll of pediatric care, and why it’s hard to turn off worst-case-scenario thinking when you’ve seen it all firsthand. Plus, a short but sweet cameo from her husband. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Get 20% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at . Limited time only. Exclusions apply. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL at checkout.
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A Series of Moments In Between Taking a Piss
06/24/2025
A Series of Moments In Between Taking a Piss
This week’s caller is a medieval recreationist who sews their own centuries-old clothing and has an overactive bladder. And that’s just scratching the surface. And that’s just scratching the surface. From homemade centuries-old clothing to body stuff to one wild reveal with two minutes left, this episode is a non-stop ride through one person’s delightfully specific world. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Warby Parker has over 270 locations to help you find your next pair of glasses. You can also head over to right now to try on any pair virtually! Visit to post your job for free and connect with top talent ready to help your business grow. Stick to the staples that last—with elevated essentials from Quince. Go to for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL at checkout.
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We Can't Name It FeetFinder
06/17/2025
We Can't Name It FeetFinder
Good morning! For reasons no one can quite explain, Beautiful/Anonymous has a long and proud tradition of attracting band directors, and this week’s caller keeps the streak alive. She and Gethard talk about everything from what makes trombonists so goofy to figuring out which woodwinds are the biggest divas. Oh, and also: the time she found out her long-term partner was sneaking around on a foot fetish website. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Tackle your to-do list today and get 15% off your first task at or on the Taskrabbit app using promo code ANONYMOUS. Feel the difference an extraordinary night’s sleep can make with Boll & Branch. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets, at Stick to the staples that last—with elevated essentials from Quince. Go to for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL at checkout.
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Charlie the Bearded Dragon
06/10/2025
Charlie the Bearded Dragon
It’s 9 pm on a Friday, and the vibes are loose. This week’s caller is a former teacher turned novelist-in-progress who’s found fulfillment in writing, volunteering, and caring for the true love of her life: an elderly, disabled bearded dragon named Charlie. Sure, she and Gethard also talk about volunteer paleontology, dating with autism, and how Geth ties into her broken ankle, but at the end of the day, this is a call about a bearded dragon named Charlie. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Start your initial free online visit today at Get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. Text BEAUTIFUL to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details. Stick to the staples that last—with elevated essentials from Quince. Go to for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Warby Parker has over 270 locations to help you find your next pair of glasses. You can also head over to right now to try on any pair virtually!
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Thirteen Secret Second Cousins
06/03/2025
Thirteen Secret Second Cousins
A new master’s degree, a recent family death, and...13 secret second cousins? This week’s caller is processing a wild year of grief, discovery, and chaotic family history, including one grandma-sized scandal and a mom who always kept things interesting. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Head to to learn more about the people and places meeting mental health needs in creative, community-rooted ways, building connection, care, and lasting change. For the dad who deserves better than basic—Quince has you covered. Go to for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL at checkout. Feel the difference an extraordinary night’s sleep can make with Boll & Branch. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets, at Get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. Text BEAUTIFUL to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details.
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Left an Open Marriage
05/27/2025
Left an Open Marriage
A strict religious upbringing, an older husband, and an open marriage she never expected. This week’s caller talks with Gethard about how she got there and how she’s finally building a life that actually feels like hers. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Head to to learn more about the people and places meeting mental health needs in creative, community-rooted ways, building connection, care, and lasting change. For the dad who deserves better than basic—Quince has you covered. Go to for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Give the “dads” in your life a unique, heartfelt gift you’ll all cherish for years—Storyworth! Right now, save $10 during their Father’s Day sale when you go to Warby Parker has over 270 locations to help you find your next pair of glasses. You can also head over to right now to try on any pair virtually!
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Perky 911 Dispatcher
05/13/2025
Perky 911 Dispatcher
A 911 dispatcher calls in to walk Gethard through the ins and outs of emergency dispatch. From how calls get prioritized, to the systems that keep everything moving, there’s a lot more happening behind the scenes than people realize. It’s a fascinating look at a job most of us only think about in a crisis. Sign up for to get ad-free episodes and access to exclusive audio, including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to to learn more about the people and places meeting mental health needs in creative, community-rooted ways, building connection, care, and lasting change Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Headspace FREE for 60 days. Go to Start your initial free online visit today at for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Elevate your closet with Quince. Go to for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns.
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First Day As a U.S. Citizen
05/06/2025
First Day As a U.S. Citizen
This week’s caller became a U.S. citizen hours before the call, so naturally, she gives Gethard an impromptu citizenship test. They cover life as a Canadian transplant in the South, share their love for ‘80s wrestling, and reflect on what it really means to be an American. She also hints at a near-kidnapping story, but you’ll have to head to to hear that. Sign up for to get ad-free episodes and access to exclusive audio, including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Head to to learn more about the people and places meeting mental health needs in creative, community-rooted ways, building connection, care, and lasting change. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets, at Visit to post your job for free and connect with top talent ready to help your business grow. For a limited time, get Headspace FREE for 60 days. Go to Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL at checkout. Get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. Text BEAUTIFUL to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details.
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SEX GOD
04/29/2025
SEX GOD
From Neptune to everywhere and back again. Our caller is in love, looking for joy, and figuring it out along the way. This one’s silly, heartfelt, and a little all over the place, just the way we like it. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Get fifteen percent of your first purchase at using the code BEAUTIFUL at checkout. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL at checkout. Shop Mother’s Day at Quince. Go to for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Warby Parker has over 270 locations to help you find your next pair of glasses. You can also head over to right now to try on any pair virtually!
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Parade Girl Gets Parade Girled
04/22/2025
Parade Girl Gets Parade Girled
Gethard is finally taking a well-earned, long-overdue vacation. But we’re not leaving you hanging. Instead, we brought in a past caller/frenemy of the show who knows exactly what makes a great Beautiful/Anonymous call. If you’ve been around for a while, you know Parade Girl as the caller who somehow cracked our phone system and sparked a whole saga. This week, she ends up chatting with a caller who shares her and Gethard’s birthday and who gives her a taste of her own medicine. Geth’ll be back next week. In the meantime, enjoy this weird little break from our regularly scheduled programming. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Start your initial free online visit today at slash BEAUTIFUL Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL at checkout. Text BEAUTIFUL to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Right now, save $10 on your first purchase when you go to !
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Hockey-obsessed Military Mental Health Worker
04/15/2025
Hockey-obsessed Military Mental Health Worker
On the way to a hockey game where they're being honored for their non-profit work, this week’s caller explains the tension it’s caused with their day job in military behavioral health. They talk with Gethard about finding purpose, joy, and free tickets to cool stuff. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Get fifteen percent of your first purchase at using the code BEAUTIFUL at checkout. Visit right now to post your job for free and connect with top talent ready to help your business grow. Text BEAUTIFUL to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. For your next trip, treat yourself to the luxe upgrades you deserve from Quince. Go to for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order.
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Running for Congress (Let's F***ing Go)
04/08/2025
Running for Congress (Let's F***ing Go)
She might not have a background in politics, but this caller is thinking about running for office. She and Gethard talk about what it means to feel called to lead, why the current political climate pushed her to consider a campaign, and how terrifying–and thrilling–it is to start from scratch. This one might just light a fire under you, no matter what you believe in. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Get fifteen percent of your first purchase at using the code BEAUTIFUL at checkout. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL at checkout. Text BEAUTIFUL to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply.
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The Death Thing Is a Bonus
04/01/2025
The Death Thing Is a Bonus
A death doula in training talks with Gethard about being a newbie in her field, why she thinks death should be joyful, and how planning your funeral might be the kindest thing you can do for your loved ones. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Upgrade your sleep during Boll & Branch’s Annual Spring Event! For a limited time get 20% off at Go to to unlock all of Headspace FREE for 60 days
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Soul-Searching Sommelier
03/25/2025
Soul-Searching Sommelier
A brand new sommelier (that’s a wine expert for the less fancy) needs some help figuring out what her next move should be. She and Gethard get real nerdy about ancient wine-making techniques, and then, as is often the case, the conversation takes a more serious turn when our caller opens up about a tough situation with a family member. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Text BEAUTIFUL to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Indulge in affordable luxury. Go to for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL at checkout.
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Religious Flash Mob
03/18/2025
Religious Flash Mob
A long-time listener, first-time caller opens up about finding belonging in an unexpected place: a religious cult she joined in college. She and Gethard discuss the appeal of tight-knit communities, the difficulty of leaving controlling environments, and the surprising role a flash mob played in her story. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Visit right now to post your job for free and connect with top talent ready to help your business grow. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL at checkout.
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Issa Rae on Friendships That Need to Go, from IMO
03/12/2025
Issa Rae on Friendships That Need to Go, from IMO
Sharing a new show from our friends at Higher Ground. On IMO, Michelle and her big brother Craig Robinson bring their candid perspectives to the everyday questions shaping our lives, relationships and the world around us. Each week, they’re joined by a guest to tackle real questions from real folks just like you offering practical advice, personal storytelling, and plenty of laughs. Topics range from dating and relationships, to family and faith. Michelle and Craig share stories about being there for each other throughout their lives, from first crushes and fraught college years, to landing at the White House, to losing their mom. For six decades they’ve been each others’ most trusted counsel—and now, they want to be that counsel for you. In this episode, they’re joined by actress Issa Rae for a conversation about navigating the challenges of mismatched expectations in adult friendships. You can find more episodes of IMO at
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Unintentional Grim Reaper
03/11/2025
Unintentional Grim Reaper
This week’s caller has lived all over—from Singapore to India to England—and now calls New York City home. She shares why the British Empire is her Roman Empire and opens up about the many ways her life has been touched by death. Some stories are surprisingly funny, others are deeply serious, but all are unforgettable. Make sure you listen to this week’s intro if you want details on how you can snag your copy of Beautiful Anonymous The Magazine. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Text BEAUTIFUL to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Head to and get 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! Indulge in affordable luxury. Go to for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Shop plans at . [$45 upfront payment required (equivalent to $15/mo.). New customers on first 3 month plan only. Speeds slower above 40GB on Unlimited plan. Additional taxes, fees, & restrictions apply. See MINT MOBILE for details.]
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Colon Cancer Awareness Month
03/04/2025
Colon Cancer Awareness Month
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and this week’s caller wants to make sure you know it. She's a dedicated nurse on a mission to spread awareness and to get everyone talking about a topic that’s too often avoided. With her own family deeply affected by colon cancer, she knows firsthand how lifesaving early detection can be. Get ready for some informative and delightfully unfiltered potty talk. If you’ve been putting off that screening, consider this your friendly reminder. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Text BEAUTIFUL to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Indulge in affordable luxury. Go to for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL at checkout. To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected] Or go to:
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Curse of the Murderer's Tooth
02/25/2025
Curse of the Murderer's Tooth
“I did have a murderer’s fingers in my mouth a couple times.” That’s how this week’s caller kicks things off, setting the tone for an episode filled with random and often darkly hilarious stories. He and Gethard play a morbid round of Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon, share their mutual appreciation for one of Jersey youths’ greatest and most time-honored traditions, and dive into tales of a frugal exhibitionist and a road trip that nearly ended in disaster. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at . Indulge in affordable luxury. Go to for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Go to to save 10% on your first order.
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America's Favorite Boy
02/18/2025
America's Favorite Boy
A soon-to-be college grad, raised in Appalachia, calls in to talk about his next adventure—moving to Antarctica. But as he and Gethard dig deeper, it’s clear this journey is about more than just travel. Life’s thrown a lot at this caller, but he’s put in the work, and come out the other side. Now, with med school on the horizon, he’s taking a detour to the edge of the world. It’s a heartfelt conversation with a caller you’ll be rooting for. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL for 20% off. 20% off all IQBAR products. Text BEAUTIFUL to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. Take the next step to improving your health: go to to get 20% off your Lumen.
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The Worst Karen
02/11/2025
The Worst Karen
Black mold, leaving a soul-sucking sales job, and Gethard’s connection to a cross-country trip in a car full of weed. Our caller wasn’t sure where this one was going when she called in, but she and Geth take it in so many fun directions. It’s a Good Vibes episode where two people spend an hour chasing a conversation wherever it decides to roll. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 go to to save 10% on your first order. FIFTY percent off your first haircare subscription order at . Indulge in affordable luxury. Go to for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Head to and get 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Shop plans at . [$45 upfront payment required (equivalent to $15/mo.). New customers on first 3 month plan only. Speeds slower above 40GB on Unlimited plan. Additional taxes, fees, & restrictions apply. See MINT MOBILE for details.]
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This Is Life. You Get One Chance to Live It.
02/04/2025
This Is Life. You Get One Chance to Live It.
A skydiver who swears she’s not an adrenaline junkie calls to talk with Gethard about the joys of plummeting to earth from 13,000 feet. She’s got 500 jumps under her belt, and only one of them has ended in two broken feet. She shares an action-movie-worthy story that is possibly the most harrowing tale we’ve ever heard on the show. Fair warning, this one’s intense. But it’s also fun and–if you’re looking for an excuse to do something that scares you–inspiring, too. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at . Go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL for 20% off. Get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. Text BEAUTIFUL to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details.
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Sexy Renegade Clowns
01/28/2025
Sexy Renegade Clowns
This week’s call kicks off with a tour of the caller’s room as she describes the objects around her. And from there, it takes off in a bunch of fascinating directions–from wiener dog races, to Chicago comedy clubs, the fact that sexy renegade clowns are definitely taking over, and why we should all be living by The Artichoke Capital of the World Philosophy. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Ready to help your kids learn the value of money? Just head to or download the Acorns Early app to get started. Sign up now and your first month is on us! Go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL for 20% off. go to to save 10% on your first order.
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Grandma Is a Thief
01/21/2025
Grandma Is a Thief
This week’s caller wants advice on how to spend an unexpected $40,000 gift from her kleptomaniac grandma, but what starts as a light-hearted question quickly turns introspective. She talks with Gethard about financial struggles, mental health, recovery from addiction, and the pros and cons of using the money for practical needs—showing how one windfall can spark big questions about life and growth. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Upgrade your closet this year without the upgraded price tag. Go to for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL for 20% off. 20% off all IQBAR products. Text BEAUTIFUL to 64000. Message and data rates may apply.
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I Know What Living Through Hell Feels Like
01/14/2025
I Know What Living Through Hell Feels Like
An Uber Eats delivery driver takes Gethard along for the ride as he makes his deliveries and shares some stories from the road. In typical Beautiful/Anonymous fashion, the conversation takes a deeper turn as the caller opens up about a series of challenges that would stop most people in their tracks and shares how he’s found meaning in pushing through. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 20% off all IQBAR products. Text BEAUTIFUL to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. Upgrade your closet this year without the upgraded price tag. Go to for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Eclusive trial offer: FIFTY percent off your first haircare subscription order at . Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at . [$45 upfront payment required (equivalent to $15/mo.). New customers on first 3 month plan only. Speeds slower above 40GB on Unlimited plan. Additional taxes, fees, & restrictions apply. See MINT MOBILE for details.]
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The System Is Wrong
01/07/2025
The System Is Wrong
This week’s caller shares an incredible story about receiving a tough phone call regarding her ex-husband and the lessons it taught her about the broken justice system. She opens up about standing up for what's right, even when the system fails, and being a voice for those who can’t defend themselves. It's a compelling reminder of why doing the right thing matters, even—and especially—when it's not the easy thing. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Follow Beautiful/Anonymous on our new TikTok: Head to for tickets to That Show hosted by Gethard at UCB Theatre. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 20% off all IQBAR products. Text BEAUTIFUL to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. Get 15% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at Head to and get 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL at checkout. Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at . [$45 upfront payment required (equivalent to $15/mo.). New customers on first 3 month plan only. Speeds slower above 40GB on Unlimited plan. Additional taxes, fees, & restrictions apply. See MINT MOBILE for details.]
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2025 New Year's Resolutions
12/31/2024
2025 New Year's Resolutions
As per tradition, Gethard chats with callers two minutes at a time to hear their big plans for 2025. From tackling one of the toughest hikes in the United States to diving deeper into their kink community to simply “keep killing it,” this year’s resolutions are as varied and unique as ever. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Go to for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Go to to save 10% on your first order. Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to and use promo code BEAUTIFUL at checkout. Listen to Constant Wonder wherever you get your podcasts.
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Picking a New Name
12/24/2024
Picking a New Name
This week's caller has a simple pitch: help me pick a new name. What follows is a fun and free-wheeling discussion about names, identity, and all the ways we define ourselves. Oh, and Orville Peck. A lot of this call is about Orville Peck. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 In addition to Orville Peck, Gethard and our caller also discuss:
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My Son Tried to Murder Me
12/17/2024
My Son Tried to Murder Me
"It was like an episode of Dateline." Gethard takes a call from a mom with an unbelievable story—her son tried to kill her. What follows is an intense, deeply human conversation about survival, healing, and the complex realities of mental health. The caller opens up about her journey through trauma, therapy, and finding her footing again, all while showing a sharp sense of humor and an unshakable spirit. It’s a heavy one, but also full of hope, as she shares how she’s turned her pain into purpose, becoming an advocate for others. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to join and use promo code BEAUTIFUL at checkout. Follow 'Tis The Grinch Holiday Podcast on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Go to for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order!
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Screw It, We're Just Gonna Talk About Star Trek
12/10/2024
Screw It, We're Just Gonna Talk About Star Trek
Look, this one is about Star Trek. Specifically, it’s about one stoned fan's deep love for Star Trek: The Next Generation. They call in to chat with Gethard about Klingon sex, favorite episodes, and the show's philosophical allure. At its heart though, this is a conversation about passion, nostalgia, and the joy of diving deep into what you love. Whether or not you're a Trekkie, that's something we can all understand. Sign up for to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive audio including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Help your family members share and capture their stories this holiday season with StoryWorth. Go to today and save $10 on your first purchase! Get $80 off your first month with promo code SPACE80 at Follow 'Tis The Grinch Holiday Podcast on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Listen to Constant Wonder wherever you get your podcasts.
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