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Dear Chelsea

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On this weekly advice show, comedian & author Chelsea Handler answers listener questions with the hilarious edge you know her for. Joined each week by co-host Catherine Law and celebrity guests, Chelsea never shies away from giving her honest opinion on everything from love, sex and weed to family issues or losing a loved one. Every episode takes you on a ride from funny and informative to inspirational and heartbreaking – and back again.

Do you need advice from Chelsea? Send us your question at: DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com

 

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  • S7 · E42
    Friday · 18 min

    Minisode: Withholding with Chelsea + Catherine

    Chelsea and Catherine get a reproductive followup from a new wife with a withholding husband. And a caller in tech sales feels like there’s change afoot in her career. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E42
    Thursday · 1 hr 7 min

    Toxically Optimistic with Zainab Johnson

    Comic Zainab Johnson is here to chat with Chelsea about how her ballsiness won the adoration of the Obamas, what it’s like being one of 13 siblings, and the party girl they have in common: Yamaneika. Then: Too many emojis are an ick in the making for one girlfriend. An artist recovering from chemo struggles to allow her friends in. And an ex-box is taking up physical and mental space for a man ready to move on. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • October 31 · 1 min

    Introducing: Get Worse with Kyle Prue

    Get Worse is an “advice” show hosted by author and internet personality Kyle Prue. Tune in weekly as Kyle interviews guests (comedians, philosophers, criminals, experts) and responds to write-in advice questions. Is the advice any good? Never intentionally. Listen here and subscribe to Get Worse with Kyle Prue on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E41
    October 29 · 1 hr 7 min

    Endgame with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer

    Big Gretch is here to chat with Chelsea about the state of the Union, what she’s doing to inspire more women to run for office, and the healing power of Dexter Morgan. Then: A queer Aunt becomes estranged from her nephew after a drag brunch gone wrong. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E40
    October 23 · 14 min

    Minisode: Book Roundup with Chelsea + Catherine

    Chelsea and Catherine talk about the best books they’ve read recently. Links below! * Kin Calamity Club The Island of Sea Women Writers and Lovers Father of the Rain This is Me War and Peace The Count of Monte Cristo Wintering The Poisonwood Bible The Indifferent Stars Above Mawson’s Will Year of Wonders Near Death in the ICU * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E40
    October 22 · 1 hr 2 min

    Nicotine Grey with James McAvoy

    James McAvoy joins Chelsea to talk about why short people might make better actors, what it was like having a wild imagination while growing up in the projects, and the movement toward Scottish independence. Then: A husband and wife are curious about ketamine. A 20-something traveler gets the ick too easily. And an ex-wife mourns the loss of her mother-in-law… even if her ex doesn’t. * Pick up a copy of The Correspondent here * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E39
    October 15 · 1 hr 3 min

    The Boring Thing about Babies with Justine Lupe

    Justine Lupe (Succession, Nobody Wants This) joins Chelsea to talk about her quickie wedding, why she’d rather not go on vacation at the moment, and playing your show’s creator who just may be the messy one. Then: A Greek-cum-Angeleno wonders how to make friends when he doesn’t seem to like many people. And a 40-something outgrew her partner - but should she take him back? * Pick up a copy of The Correspondent here * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E38
    October 9 · 13 min

    Minisode: Getting Into Heaven with Chelsea + Catherine

    Chelsea and Catherine find out how to get into heaven. And a Utah woman struggles with her sibling relationships after the death of her parents. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E38
    October 8 · 59 min

    The Gift of Being Apart with Keri Russell

    Keri Russell joins Chelsea to talk about New York in the 90s, the reason she’d leave acting if she could, and why she didn’t want to be thanked in Matthew Rhys’ Emmy acceptance speeches. Then: A polyamorous couple decides to close things off with disastrous results… and wonders if a sub/dom arrangement is the answer. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • October 3 · 1 min

    Introducing: Scam Goddess

    Scam Goddess is an award-winning comedy podcast dedicated to fraud and all those who practice it. Every episode, the Scam Goddess herself Laci Mosley (iCarly, Better Call Saul) covers the hottest scams on the streets today while also giving in-depth breakdowns of the wildest robberies, rackets, and capers throughout history. It's like true crime, but without all the death—aka True Con! Plus, Laci's always joined by hilarious guests like Conan O'Brien, Miranda Cosgrove, Jameela Jamil, JB Smoove, Nicole Byer, or Matt Rogers. Join the Scam Goddess "Con-gregation" to experience the funny side of fraud. And as Laci always says, stay schemin'! New episodes every Tuesday. Classic episodes re-released every Friday. Listen here and subscribe to Scam Goddess on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E37
    October 1 · 1 hr 4 min

    Naked in the Backyard with Caitlin Peluffo

    Comic Caitlin Peluffo joins Chelsea to chat about getting ripped before the finale of Funny AF, the lore of a Prince Albert, and why she doesn’t need a house husband. Then: A simple question about condoms goes awry. A queer person considers the big city. And a husband’s need to be naked is driving his wife crazy… even if the neighbors don’t seem to mind. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E36
    September 25 · 12 min

    Minisode: Bad Parenting with Chelsea + Catherine

    Chelsea and Catherine attempt to tackle some serious questions… and get a PSA on honeys and sweeties. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E36
    September 24 · 1 hr 9 min

    Adult Onset Lesbianism with Porsha Williams

    Real Housewives of Atlanta star Porsha Williams joins Chelsea to talk about coming out to her mom (officially), why anger management actually worked for her, and who her real friends are. Then: A college student struggles with a bad apple in the friend group. Poor-mannered parents want to split the check unfairly. And a wife finds herself in what may be a more dangerous marriage than she realizes. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E35
    September 17 · 1 hr 15 min

    I Disagree with Jessica Tarlov

    Fox News commentator Jessica Tarlov joins Chelsea to discuss how she tolerates her co-hosts on The Five, what she’s learned by becoming part of the ever-growing community of 9/11 survivors, and how fruitful healthy disagreement can be. Then: A MAGA boyfriend receives some required reading. A straight-talking woman wonders when to curb her bluntness. And a humanitarian struggles with career prospects after the current administration’s cuts. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E34
    September 11 · 14 min

    Minisode: My Precious with Chelsea + Catherine

    Chelsea and Catherine attempt to tackle some serious questions… and get a PSA on honeys and sweeties. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E34
    September 10 · 59 min

    Good Grief with Sara Bareilles

    Sara Bareilles joins Chelsea to talk about transmissions from her muses, wondering if it’s crazy to write a song about Anderson Cooper, and how gratitude can come from grief. Then: A fling with a bartender gets political. A musician sees too many open roads in front of her. And a daughter struggles with her grief over her father’s death - but can she find a way to celebrate his life? * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E33
    September 3 · 1 hr 4 min

    Stimulation Junkie with Kristen Johnston

    Kristen Johnston is here to chat with Chelsea about her occasional foray into cocaine before she got sober, her new role on Leann (on Netflix), and why fame initially terrified her. Then: A sister worries that her brother’s drinking has gotten out of control. A new girlfriend finds that beans and boyfriends don’t mix. And a daughter grieves the father she cared for, whose personality changed at the end of his life. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E32
    August 28 · 32 min

    Minisode: Speaking Truth to Power with Rebecca Corry

    Chelsea invites comic Rebecca Corry to discuss speaking out against Louis C.K., as well as her work with her pitbull rescue foundation. Get involved at StandUpForPits.us. * Donate and Vote for SUFP here See Rebecca’s film Saving Jones here * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E32
    August 27 · 1 hr 2 min

    The Weaker Sex with Dave Franco

    Dave Franco joins Chelsea to chat about how he won over the Pope, why cats should be fat, and the best things about playing unhinged characters. Then: A hungry husband resorts to pre-gaming meals. A girlfriend struggles to deal with her boyfriend’s family. And a 20-something clocks his dad scrolling on Grindr… while supposedly happily married to his mom. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • S7 · E31
    August 20 · 1 hr 11 min

    Retirement? with Anna Faris

    Anna Faris joins Chelsea to talk about processing the loss of her home in the fires last year, parenting when your kid wants to convert you, and why she left her mega-popular podcast. Then: A happily married man realizes he and his husband never leave the house. And a mom of two struggles when she moves in with her MIL. * Need some advice from Chelsea? Email us at DearChelseaPodcast@gmail.com * Executive Producer Catherine Law Edited & Engineered by Brad Dickert * * * The views and opinions expressed are solely those of the Podcast author, or individuals participating in the Podcast, and do not represent the opinions of iHeartMedia or its employees. This Podcast should not be used as medical advice, mental health advice, mental health counseling or therapy, or as imparting any health care recommendations at all. Individuals are advised to seek independent medical, counseling advice and/or therapy from a competent health care professional with respect to any medical condition, mental health issues, health inquiry or matter, including matters discussed on this Podcast. Guests and listeners should not rely on matters discussed in the Podcast and shall not act or shall refrain from acting based on information contained in the Podcast without first seeking independent medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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