#289 In The Waiting Room

Hey besties, quick heads up — this episode has some Wicked spoilers, so don’t say we didn’t warn you. Nikki’s back in LA, gearing up to host the Golden Globes, and she’s using the pod to try out her m...

5 Des 202459min

Hey Besties, we’re only dropping one episode this week, but we’ll be back with two next week. Have an amazing Thanksgiving—we’re so thankful to have you as part of the Bestie fam! Nikki’s hanging with...

27 Nov 20241h 16min

Nikki and Brian have been talking smack all morning, so of course, it spills over into the pod. Brian gives his somewhat controversial take on the latest in entertainment, and Nikki’s here for it. Nik...

22 Nov 20241h 3min

Obviously, Nikki’s been watching a ton of movies in prep for hosting the Golden Globes, and it’s made her realize that no one actually accidentally stumbles into a kiss like they do in rom-coms. Also,...

21 Nov 20241h 2min

Julie Glaser is sitting in today. Nikki makes the case for why Besties wouldn’t want her to have high self-esteem—and why that actually benefits her career. Nikki’s nominated for a Grammy, and Brian i...

15 Nov 20241h 1min

Nikki could really use a massage, but she's not trying to get mildly assaulted, thanks. Brian is still low-key confused about his Sting concert in Vegas and almost getting into a fight. Nikki is over ...

14 Nov 202457min

This episode was recorded on Election Day. Nikki and Brian decide to playfully speculate about the possible outcomes of the election. They realize that if Trump is elected, the finale of Dinosaurs the...

8 Nov 20241h 5min

Full disclosure: We recorded this episode on Monday! Don’t even mention kids with migraines or bring any itchy animals around Nikki—it’s too much to deal with. During a weekend full of emotional chaos...

7 Nov 20241h 10min