This Past Weekend

Tony Robbins is a life and business strategist, entrepreneur, philanthropist, speaker, and best-selling author. His new book “The Holy Grail of Investing” releases on February 13th. He is also hosting a free virtual summit, “Time to Rise” on January 25th - 27th. Tony Robbins joins Theo to chat about how to change your perspective (for the better) in the new year, what it really takes to quit bad habits, the real reason we reinforce negative feelings, new ways to set yourself up for financial success, how he’s able to pump up 10,000 people for hours on end, and much more.

Shane Gillis is a stand-up comedian and podcaster. He is the host of “Matt and Shane’s Secret Podcast” along with comedian Matt McCusker, and co-created the sketch comedy series “Gilly and Keeves”. His latest special “Beautiful Dogs” is out now on Netflix. Shane Gillis returns to This Past Weekend to chat about moving to Austin, the perils of hot air balloon rides, shady tunnel activity in NYC, the upside to arranged marriages, defensive vomiting, how he got Gabe Davis to do his iconic TD celebration, and more.

Dr. Jeffrey Long is a physician, author and researcher of near-death experiences. His book “Evidence of the Afterlife: The Science of Near-Death Experiences” is a New York Times Best-Seller that compiles research from more than 1,600 cases and interviews. Outside of his research he is a practicing Oncologist in Kentucky. Dr. Jeffrey Long joins Theo to talk about the phenomena of near-death experiences, what’s really going on in our minds when we come close to the end, what people claim to see in their visions, why he believes there’s an afterlife based on his research, and what we can learn from these experiences to get the most out of life.

Tim Dillon is a stand-up comedian and host of the popular podcast “The Tim Dillon Show”. You can see him live on his “American Royalty Tour” happening now across the country. Tim Dillon returns to This Past Weekend with a bang, chatting with Theo about the Doordasher vs. homeless crisis, squatting in million dollar houses, why Tim wants to run for Governor of California, who they think could actually handle being president, where Tim wants to spread his mom’s ashes, and a conspiracy involving Whitney Cummings and Indian acting sensation Deep Roy.

Trevor Bauer is a professional baseball player who spent 10 years as a pitcher in the MLB, playing for the Diamondbacks, Indians, Reds and Dodgers. In 2020 he won the Cy Young Award and was named a league All-Star. He is also known for his popular YouTube channel, and baseball media company Momentum. Trevor Bauer joins Theo to chat about his life in baseball, how he got a reputation for being a loner as a kid, becoming a standout college pitcher, his unique journey through the majors that culminated with winning the Cy Young Award, and more. They also discuss the allegations that lead to his suspension from the MLB, his thoughts on how it went down, and why he’s ready to play again in America.

Theo is back with another solo episode of This Past Weekend, getting into the Valentine’s Day spirit by listening to love songs, chatting about his first romances, checking in with the unbustable Riley Mau, and taking some calls from the lovers out there, including one about a very unusual date at IHOP.

Billy Strings is a Grammy award-winning musician, songwriter and guitar player. His latest album “Me / And / Dad” is out now and you can catch him on tour now through the rest of the year. Billy Strings joins Theo to chat about his life in music, growing up in a tough environment in Michigan, bad trips, the time he played guitar for 48 hours straight, tweakers mining for gold, and how Bluegrass can save the world.

Trevor Wallace is a stand-up comedian, podcaster and actor. He is known for his viral sketches and podcast “Stiff Socks” with co-host Michael Blaustein. His first ever stand-up special “Pterodactyl” is streaming now on Amazon Prime. Trevor Wallace returns to This Past Weekend to chat with Theo about the dark side of parking attendants, his insane ketchup-packet prank from childhood, opening an arena show for Tom and Bert, why Gypsy Rose should have been in the NBA All-Star Game, Rachel Dolezal’s new career move, and much more.

Israel Adesanya is a mixed-martial artist and former 2-time Middleweight champion of the UFC. He is originally from Lagos, Nigeria and currently lives in New Zealand. Theo heads to New Zealand for a special episode of This Past Weekend, chatting with former UFC champion Israel Adesanya. They talk about his time off from fighting, his thoughts on the current state of the UFC, why he wants a rematch against Sean Strickland, dealing with rowdy fans in public, why you’re never too old to emote, and more.

Recently retired Border Patrol Chief Chris Clem served 27 ½ years in El Paso, Texas, and more recently, Yuma, Arizona. Since retiring from his position, he has worked in the private sector combating human trafficking and other online and social exploitation. Theo is joined by a former Border Patrol Chief to talk about what’s really been going on at the U.S. / Mexico border. They talk about the history that led up to our current situation, the difference between immigration policy and border security, how the Cartel exploits migrants for money, the politicization of the border from both sides, and what needs to be done to fix it.

Dax Shepard is an actor, comedian and host of the popular podcast “Armchair Expert”. Dax Shepard joins Theo to talk about the dangers of Michigan truck stops, dealing with step-dads growing up, childhood romance, the worst type of cookie, struggling with relationships in the past, overcoming addiction, and the problem with endless shrimp.

Nick Kyrgios is a professional tennis player and commentator based in Australia. He was a 2022 Wimbledon Finalist and one of the only players to beat the big 3 of Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal at least once. He also hosts his own podcast, “Good Trouble with Nick Kyrgios” which is available on all platforms. Nick Kyrgios joins Theo to chat about his reputation for being “the bad boy of Tennis”, how it felt beating some of sport’s biggest icons, why he thinks he played some of his best tennis after going to the pub, his now-viral heated exchange with Ben Stiller, ideas for evolving the game, and more.

Druski is a comedian and actor known for his viral sketches, his label “Coulda Been Records” and his collaborations with popular artists like Drake, Jack Harlow, Little Yachty, and more. You can check out his new reality show "Coulda Been House" on YouTube with new episodes every week. Druski returns to This Past Weekend to chat with Theo about white people’s need for lotion, front row brothers, the chaos unfolding on Druski’s new reality TV show, what albino really means, the uniqueness of Katt Williams, and at the end of the episode are joined by a special guest…

Brittany Broski is a comedian, podcaster and content creator originally from Dallas, Texas. In addition to her viral clips online, she is known for her shows “The Broski Report” and “The Royal Court”, both available on YouTube. Brittany Broski joins Theo to chat about growing up in Texas, living in Korea as an air-force kid, her terrible job as an insurance agent, blowing up on Tik Tok, why she desperately needs Caleb Pressley, why the Renaissance Fair rocks, problematic McDonald’s characters, and much more

Kid Rock is an American musician, songwriter and entrepreneur originally from Michigan. His “Rock the Country” festival tour kicks off April 5th hitting 7 small towns all across the south, featuring Jason Aldean, Miranda Lambert, Hank Williams Jr., and more. Kid Rock joins Theo to talk about the origins of their friendship, how Kid became a regular at Nashville’s comedy club, developing a keen eye for business, walking out with Trump at UFC 295, taking down Ticketmaster, where he stands with Bud Light today… and much more.

Jameis Winston is an NFL quarterback for the Cleveland Browns. He has previously played for the New Orleans Saints, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and also won a Heisman Trophy and National Championship at Florida State University. Jameis Winston joins Theo in New Orleans on Easter weekend to chat about growing up in Alabama vs Louisiana, why his childhood dog was named “Baghdad”, his new role in Cleveland after signing with the Browns, his mentality on opportunity and self-confidence, why Drew Brees never seasoned his food, and much more.

Maddox Batson is a young musician and creator known for his viral clips on social media, playing country music on TikTok, and more. His latest song “Tears in the River” is streaming now on audio platforms and YouTube. Maddox joins Theo to chat about what it’s like being a kid in the music business, learning about classic country through his dad, why school dances are lame, what it’s been like in class since he gained notoriety, what musician he thinks Theo looks like, and more.

Dustin Poirier is a professional mixed martial artist in the UFC’s lightweight division, and former interim champion. He is also an entrepreneur and founder of the “The Good Fight” Foundation. Dustin Poirier returns to chat with Theo about what he’s been up to since his recent win at UFC 299, the tough times he went through after the Gaethje fight, how he changed his mindset to bounce back, betting on himself early in his career, whether or not he and Theo should sell their organs, his predictions for UFC 300, and much more.

Tim Fletcher is the founder and president of RE/ACT (Recovery Education for Addictions and Complex Trauma). He is a counselor himself, as well as a researcher and pastor. Tim Fletcher joins Theo to delve into the world of complex trauma, recovery, and healing. They break down what the word “trauma” really means, how to see the side effects in yourself and others, how shame develops during childhood, the lasting effects these issues have on relationships, the powerful connection trauma has to addiction, and more. They also discuss different methods of healing, what Tim has learned as a counselor of 20+ years, how to re-parent yourself for the better, and more.

Mitch Candiano is a Carny from Lawrence, MA whose family has been in the carnival business for more than 100 years. He has worked numerous roles in multiple carnivals all along the east coast. Theo is joined by a Carny to chat about the wild life of a carnival worker. They talk about the difference between carnivals and fairs, his personal connection to freak shows (and a three-legged man), games that used to rip people off, smoking weed with one of the munchkins from the Wizard of Oz, rivalries between different groups of carnies, how he saw the business change over the years, and much more.

Sketch is a streamer, gamer and entertainer from Houston, Texas known for his many viral clips online and live Madden games on Twitch. Theo is joined by Sketch to chat about his recent explosion in popularity, his humble beginnings selling land in Texas, where his unique mannerisms come from, getting a Lamborghini from Steve Will Do It, how he’s dealt with new interest from the ladies, why he desperately needs to drink more water, and much more.

Dave Ramsey is a personal finance expert, best-selling author, broadcaster, and host of “The Ramsey Show” where he lends advice to people calling in with financial questions. Dave Ramsey joins Theo to chat about his journey in the world of money, how he overcame bankruptcy to start a successful company, the biggest lessons he learned as a business owner over the years, what traits make a smart investor, the thing most millionaires have in common, the truth about today’s inflation and housing market, how to spot a scheme, and much more.

Celeste Barber is an Australian comedian known for her stand-up, viral videos on social media, and her Netflix show “Wellmania”. She is currently touring the U.S. now through June. Theo is joined by Celeste Barber during his trip to Australia, chatting about the differences between Aussies and Americans, the strange Giraffe they use to warn kids about drugs, her own journey with mental health, awkward puberty talks with her kids, why backup dancers are the real unsung heroes, and more.

Zac Brown is a Grammy award-winning musician and songwriter known for fronting the Zac Brown Band. His summer tour kicks off this month with shows all across the U.S. He is originally from Atlanta, GA. Zac Brown joins Theo for episode #500 of This Past Weekend, chatting about growing up in Georgia, the early ups and downs of getting his band together, the craziest bar fight he ever witnessed, memories of his late friend Jimmy Buffett, wild experiences with plant medicine, why so many people take their shirts off at his shows, and much more.

Red Clay Strays are an American soul/rock band from southern Alabama. They are currently touring all over the U.S. through the rest of the summer, with a new album announcement coming soon. Theo is joined by Brandon Coleman and Andrew Bishop of the band Red Clay Strays to chat about their recent rise in popularity, the worst shows they ever played, cross-country van breakdowns, playing in a river rafting shop, getting the chance to open for the Rolling Stones, where they want to go from here, and much more.

Nikki Glaser is a stand-up comedian, host, and podcaster. She recently performed at the Roast of Tom Brady on Netflix, and her new special “Someday You’ll Die” is streaming now on HBO Max. Nikki Glaser returns to chat with Theo about her wild night at the Roast of Tom Brady, the near-disaster she almost had on stage, the insane history of lobotomies, ongoing tension between lesbians and straight men, new advancements in women’s pleasure technology, and they also listen to Nikki’s first-ever song.

Robert Greene is an American author with 7 international bestsellers on power, seduction and strategy. His first book “48 Laws of Power” has sold over 1.2 million copies. Robert Greene joins Theo to talk about practical ways to find your purpose, how his disillusionment (and even anger) with Hollywood led him to write about strategy and power, and the keys to seduction that anyone can employ. They also dive into Robert’s life and talk about his experiences with psychedelics, his investigatory past as a skip tracer, and his personal favorite authors and works that helped shape his worldview.

Matt McCusker is a stand-up comedian and podcaster known for his show “Matt and Shane’s Secret Podcast” with co-host Shane Gillis. His first special “The Speed of Light” is available on YouTube, and you can catch him on tour this summer. Matt McCusker joins Theo to chat about what it was like growing up as “Fat Matt” in Philly, his old life of committing (non-violent) crimes, his first failed attempt at going straight, the black wife effect, America’s lifeguard shortage, how being a dad changed him for the better, and much more.

Theo is back with a solo episode to chat about what’s new since his last check-in a few months ago, his thoughts on the podcast reaching 500 episodes, the old days of getting the show off the ground and all the characters involved in it, what happened right before his walkout with Morgan Wallen at Nissan Stadium, and much more. He also responds to some of your voicemails, and chats with a Kyle who attended the 2024 Kyle convention in Kyle, Texas.

Sal Vulcano is a stand-up comedian, podcaster and one of the original members of the popular show “Impractical Jokers”. His first stand-up special “Terrified” premieres on YouTube this Friday 5/31. Sal Vulcano joins Theo to chat about the origins of their longtime friendship, charcuterie-induced gout, the long-running Impractical Jokers bit that got him brutally memed for a year, the time Q made a horrible mistake with his non-alcoholic beer brand, making his first ever stand-up special, the impact starting a family has had on him, and much more.

Melissa Ansel is a lunch lady out of Cleveland, OH with more than 30 years of experience in the field, mostly working with grades K-8. Theo is joined by a School Lunch Lady to talk about the cafeteria life, how she got into the business of feeding kids, what a typical day is like in her world, what meals the students seem to love universally, what it’s like seeing the kids grow up over the years, the biggest thing she’d change about school lunch policy, and much more.

Joey Diaz is a stand-up comedian, podcaster and author. He hosts the podcast “The Check In” with Lee Syatt, and just released his autobiography, “Tremendous: the Life of a Comedy Savage.” Joey “Coco” Diaz returns to catch up with Theo about life since the pandemic, moving to New Jersey to focus on his family, what he learned about life after taking some time away from comedy, the wild days of his old podcast “The Church”, the backstory behind Theo’s infamous episode, what Joey’s co-pilot Lee Syatt has been up to lately, and much more.

Luke Combs is an award-winning Country musician and songwriter. His new album “Fathers and Sons” comes out this Friday 6/14. Luke Combs joins Theo to chat about roughing it in the early days of his career, bug-infested motel rooms, how things have changed as the crowds have gotten bigger, why it’s important to him to make concerts better for the fans, the unexpected success of his "Fast Car" cover, how fatherhood inspired his new album, and much more.

Nate Halverson is an independent investigative reporter and producer behind the documentary “The Grab” which explores the international race to control access to food and water. He also writes for the Center For Investigative Reporting covering topics such as organized crime, social media, food access, economic inequality and more. Nate Halverson joins Theo to talk about what he learned producing his documentary “The Grab”, why every world power is working to control the access of food and water, the financial incentives behind it, what he saw firsthand in countries affected by this, why China is buying large amounts of farmland in America, the implications this power dynamic will have on future generations, and more.

$crim and Ruby Da Cherry, a.k.a, $uicideboy$ are a rap duo (and cousins) from New Orleans, Louisiana. Their new album, “New World Depression” is streaming now on all platforms, and you can catch them on tour later this summer. $uicideboy$ join Theo in New Orleans for a highly requested episode of This Past Weekend, chatting about their roots in the Gulf Coast, the long, dark history that lead to the formation of $B, how they were able to survive and make music during the most chaotic times in their lives, getting clean and evolving as artists, how they cultivated such a close-knit fanbase, the time $crim thought Southwest Airlines was trying to kill him, and much more.

Ed Sheeran is a Grammy award-winning singer and songwriter originally from West Yorkshire, England. He is currently on tour through the rest of the summer, and also celebrating the 10th anniversary of his popular album “X”. Theo is joined by Ed Sheeran at his bar in London to chat about all the big differences between England and America, Ed’s life in the spotlight and living up to the expectations of fans, and the eternal debate over gingers.

Louis Theroux is a British-American documentarian, journalist, broadcaster, and author. He is known for his numerous BBC documentaries that explore groups on the fringe of society, crime, human interaction, and more. Louis Theroux joins Theo in London to chat about what he’s learned from a life making documentaries, his perspective on the American south after spending time there, and going in deep with extremist groups.

KSI is a content creator, professional boxer, musician and entrepreneur based in London. He is known for co-founding the drink brand Prime with Logan Paul, his work with the YouTube group Sidemen, and much more. KSI joins Theo to chat about his journey in content, business and music, growing up a Nigerian kid in London, and the recent takeoff of his brand Prime (and how he almost passed on it).

Nick Swardson is an actor, stand-up comedian, and screenwriter best known for his roles in Reno 911, Grandma’s Boy, several Adam Sandler movies, and more. He has a new stand up special coming out on YouTube on July 18th called, “Make Joke From Face.” Nick Swardson returns to chat with Theo about how things have been going on his latest tour, the controversy that followed a viral video of him being pulled off stage (and what really happened) and big news about a new movie with Adam Sandler.

Theo returns with a solo episode to talk about the recent heat wave he experienced in Las Vegas, what makes a WNBA game unique, and his time in Europe including what makes Irish drinking different, the lack of female presence, and their ability to live in the moment. He closes the show listening to voicemails including some about people’s maiden voyages of having their crotch touched.

Andrew Santino is a stand-up comedian, podcaster, actor, writer and host of the popular shows “Whiskey Ginger” and “Bad Friends” with Bobby Lee. Andrew Santino returns to the show to chat about their reactions to the shooting of Donald Trump and what comes next, seeing Dead and Company at the Sphere with John Mayer and why his tense friendship with Bobby Lee made for a great podcast.

Gus Parsons is a security professional who worked for 10 years as a mall cop in San Diego, CA, where he was born and raised. Theo is joined by a mall cop to talk about everything that’s going on behind the scenes at America’s malls. They chat about the training process, dealing with drunk Santas, and what’s really been going on at Hot Topic.

Pauly Shore is a comedian, actor, and musician best known for his movies like “Encino Man”, “Son in Law” and more. He is currently performing a one-man show called "Stick With The Dancing", and you can check out his podcast “The PMS Podcast Show" on YouTube. Pauly Shore joins Theo to chat about the origins of their longtime friendship, growing up at the Comedy Store and why he feels like he found fame at the best time.

The conflict in Gaza is heartbreaking, so we decided to have different perspectives on to help us learn more. For the Israel perspective we welcome Rabbi David Wolpe. David Wolpe is a rabbi, author and speaker who spent 27 years leading the Sinai Temple in Los Angeles. He has also led numerous missions to Israel and taught at the Harvard Divinity School, UCLA, and more. David joins Theo to talk about the history of Jewish people in the world, the resiliency of Israel in the region, and what both sides could do to create peace.

The conflict in Gaza is heartbreaking, so we decided to have different perspectives to help us learn more. For the Palestinian perspective we welcome Bassem Youssef. Bassem Youssef is a comedian, author and political commentator from Egypt who now lives in the United States. Bassem joins Theo to help us understand how Hamas came to be, that Palestine is being occupied, and to share his ideas for a solution.

Tommy Lee is a musician who co-founded and plays drums for the heavy metal band Mötley Crüe. Tommy Lee joins Theo to chat about how he survived the insane heyday of Mötley Crüe, what “The Dirt” got right (and what they cut out), and the joys of Bonsai.

Georges St. Pierre is a retired mixed martial artist who became a double champion in the UFC, holding belts in both the welterweight and middleweight divisions. He is widely considered to be one of the best fighters in MMA history. Theo joins Georges St-Pierre in Montreal to chat about his disdain for fight day, coming back from adversity, his love of dinosaurs, and how he’s keeping his competitive spirit alive.

Bernie Sanders is a U.S. Senator (I) who represents the state of Vermont. He has previously been a presidential candidate, U.S. representative, mayor, and more. Theo is joined by Senator Bernie Sanders in Burlington, Vermont to chat about his life in politics, why he believes the United States should offer free healthcare to all, and his thoughts on Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump.

Jessie Murph is a singer-songwriter originally from Huntsville, Alabama. Her debut album comes out soon, and you can check out her latest single “Dirty” featuring Teddy Swims now. Jessie Murph joins Theo to chat about her journey from making tik toks at home to playing her first arena show, a near-collab with Drake, and why every lady loves Bed Bath and Beyond.

Donald Trump is currently running for President of the United States representing the Republican Party. He previously served as America’s 45th president from 2017-2021, and is also a businessman and media personality. Theo joins Mr. Trump at his country club in Bedminster, New Jersey to discuss reforming healthcare, border security, his friendship with Dana White and why he refrains from drinking and smoking.

Theo is back with a solo episode to talk about what went on behind the scenes during his interview with Trump, strange people at the flea market, and touring America’s lobster belt. He also listens to some of your voicemails, and gets a major update from Riley Mau.

Dermot Kennedy is an Irish singer and songwriter known for his songs like “Outnumbered”, “Power Over Me”, and “Giants.” You can check out his latest album “Sonder” on all platforms. Dermot Kennedy joins Theo to chat about being away from his home in Ireland to write new music in Nashville, the artist he wants to collab with more than anyone else and insane Irish names.

Post Malone is a singer, songwriter and producer originally from Syracuse, NY. His new album “F-1 Trillion” is streaming now everywhere, featuring Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, Brad Paisley, and many more. Post Malone joins Theo in Nashville the day after his Grand Ole Opry debut to chat about making his new country album, bringing a katana to the birth of his daughter, and his advice to young artists making music.

Bobby Lee is a comedian, actor and podcaster known for his shows TigerBelly and Bad Friends, as well as his countless movie and TV appearances. Bobby Lee returns to air some grievances with Theo. They also chat about how things have changed in his love life, almost getting kidnapped in Montana, and how the Asian community feels about Trump.

Kevin Smith is a director, writer, and podcaster known for his many films like Clerks, Mallrats, Jay and Silent Bob, Dogma, and more. His new film, “The 4:30 Movie”, is in theaters now and loosely based on his childhood in New Jersey. Kevin Smith joins Theo to chat about his journey from films to podcasting, changing his life and perspective after a near-fatal heart attack, and why he thinks it’s a great time to be a young filmmaker.

Dr. Tara Swart is a neuroscientist, former psychiatric doctor, and author focused on improving physical and mental performance for everyone. Dr. Tara Swart joins Theo to talk about how we can use neuroscience to change our behaviors for the better, easy things we all can do to reduce stress, and using new ways of thinking to overcome past trauma.

Mark Cuban is a billionaire entrepreneur, investor, philanthropist and media personality. He is best known for his longtime ownership of the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks, and for his tenure on the popular show “Shark Tank”. Mark Cuban joins Theo to chat about his recent involvement in Kamala Harris’ campaign for president, why he has issues with Donald Trump and Elon Musk, and his advice to young entrepreneurs who want to pursue big ideas of their own.

Brooks & Dunn are a country music duo featuring songwriters Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn. They’re known for their many hits like “Neon Moon”, “Boot Scootin’ Boogie”, “Red Dirt Road” and more. Their album “Reboot 2” comes out November 15th featuring new takes on their classic songs. Theo heads to the legendary RCA Recording Studios in Nashville to meet up with country music icons Brooks & Dunn. They talk about the early days of writing some of their biggest hits while still strangers, memories of their friend Johnny Cash, and the competitive side of making music.

Joe Gatto is a comedian, actor and podcaster known for his many years on the hit show “Impractical Jokers”. His first stand-up special “Messing With People” is out now on YouTube. Joe Gatto joins Theo to chat about hitting the road and making his first ever special, his relationship with the rest of the Impractical Jokers nowadays, and the health benefits of letting 8 dogs sleep in his bed every night.

Sean O’Brien is the General President of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, and a 4th generation Teamster himself. He is originally from Medford, Massachusetts. Sean O’Brien joins Theo to chat about his job representing the Teamsters and supporting unions in America, why they made the controversial choice to not endorse a presidential candidate this year, and what led up to his viral standoff with Senator Markwayne Mullin.

Miranda Lambert is a Grammy award-winning country musician known for her many hits like “Drunk”, “The House That Built Me”, “Little Red Wagon”, and more. Her latest album “Postcards From Texas” is out now everywhere. Miranda Lambert joins Theo to chat about her journey from playing rodeos to becoming one of the biggest names in country music, meeting Gypsy Rose as a Make-a-Wish kid, and the band she loves that you might not expect.

Dr. Gabor Maté is a Canadian physician and author known for his books on trauma, addiction, childhood development, stress and healing. His latest book “The Myth of Normal” is available now everywhere. Dr. Gabor Maté joins Theo to talk about his studies on trauma and how it affects our lives and relationships, his experiences leading Ayahuasca ceremonies, and why he thinks our culture is dealing with an epidemic of loneliness.

Samantha Martin is an animal trainer, cat advocate and rescuer who leads “The Amazing Acro-Cats”, a touring troupe of over a dozen cats that entertain audiences by riding skateboards, jumping through hoops, balancing on balls, and more. Animal trainer Samantha Martin joins Theo to talk about her unique life traveling the country in a bus with dozens of cats, learning how to train animals by starting with rats, and the bigger goal she has for her show. They also close the episode out with a performance by the Acro-Cats.

JD Vance is a United States Senator (R-OH) who is also running for Vice President on the Republican ticket alongside Donald Trump. Before his political career he was a lawyer and wrote the popular memoir “Hillbilly Elegy” in 2016. Senator JD Vance joins Theo to talk about how life has changed for him since becoming Donald Trump’s running mate 3 months ago, how his family’s history with addiction shaped his career and beliefs, and the worst fights he’s seen at Ohio State vs. Michigan games.

BigXthaPlug is a rapper from Dallas, Texas. His new album “Take Care” is streaming everywhere, and you can catch him on tour now through the rest of the year. BigXthaPlug joins Theo to chat about his recent rise in popularity and the changes that came with it, how he manages being a dad and a rapper at the same time, and why he might be down to go on a test voyage to space.

Sadhguru is a yogi, mystic, author and speaker. He also founded the Isha Foundation, a non-profit organization which focuses on human and environmental wellbeing. Sadhguru joins Theo to talk about how he leads more than 17M people worldwide as a yogi, why his reputation as a bad student led to his unique journey, and his ideas on how to achieve bliss and create peace in your own world.

Dr. Ryan Martin (aka the Anger Professor) is a psychology professor, author, and the Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. He’s an expert on anger, and the author of How to Deal with Angry People, and Why We Get Mad: How to Use Your Anger for Positive Change. “The Anger Professor” Dr. Ryan Martin joins Theo to talk about why we get mad, how anger from childhood reappears later in life, what’s really going on when people get road rage, and how to deal with these feelings in a better way.

Matt McCusker is stand-up comedian, podcaster and writer. He co-hosts “Matt and Shane’s Secret Podcast” and you can check out his full length special “Speed of Light” on YouTube Theo heads to Austin and Matt McCusker returns to talk about their reactions to the 2024 election, Matt’s future goal of becoming a school security guard, and the time his dog ate magic mushrooms.

Stavros Halkias is a stand-up comedian and host of the weekly podcast “Stavvy’s World”. He's in the upcoming season 2 of Netflix's Tires, and his new movie "Let's Start a Cult" is now available to rent or buy wherever you get Video On Demand. From the Hotel Chelsea in New York City, Stavros Halkias returns to This Past Weekend to talk about the release of his new movie, Theo's unique living situation with a friend's dad, and the long and storied history of condoms.

Theo is back with a solo episode to talk about his Thanksgiving plans, going to see SNL live with Bill Burr hosting, and why he has issues with Ticketmaster. He also responds to some of your voicemails, and his brother Zeff calls in.

Scott Galloway is a marketing professor at NYU, author, and host of the Prof G and Pivot podcasts. Scott Galloway joins Theo in NYC to talk about some of the biggest issues facing young men in today's world, how these issues also impact women, balancing career goals and relationship goals, and why he believes younger generations need a financial boost.

MrBeast (aka Jimmy Donaldson) is a content creator, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and considered by many to be the biggest YouTuber in the world. MrBeast joins Theo to talk about the insane scope and stakes of his new show “Beast Games”, how he struggled for years on YouTube before taking off, and the motivation behind some of his most talked-about philanthropy projects.

Koe Wetzel is a country singer and songwriter originally from Pittsburg, Texas. His latest album “9 Lives” was released earlier this year, and his new Christmas EP “Wetzel’s Wonderland Chapter 2” is also streaming now everywhere. Koe Wetzel joins Theo to talk about growing up in Texas as a wild child with strict parents, how he developed such a unique and raw relationship with his fans, his reputation for partying, and who he sees as the modern day outlaws of country music.

Craig Newmark is an American internet entrepreneur and philanthropist best known as the founder of the classifieds website Craigslist. Theo is joined by Craigslist founder Craig Newmark to talk about how he started the legendary website almost 30 years ago, his philosophy on the internet and personal freedom, how he’s utilized his fortune for good, and what he saw moderating the dark side of Craigslist.

Timothée Chalamet is an award-winning actor known for his roles in movies like Dune, Wonka, A Beautiful Boy, and more. His new movie “A Complete Unknown” where he plays Bob Dylan is in theaters 12/25. Timothée Chalamet joins Theo to talk about transforming into Bob Dylan (and singing like him) in his new movie, what his life was like growing up in NYC before the fame, and how he goes about choosing which movies to get involved with.

Theo is back with a solo episode to talk about how he’s been getting into the Christmas spirit, what’s really going on with the New Jersey drones, and the pros and cons of vigilantism. He also responds to some of your voicemails.