Beautiful Stories From Anonymous People

Chris Gethard
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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.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Clothes on at the Nudist Resort

    A field of goats, an unexpected marriage-by-mail, a baffling bachelor party at a nudist resort – and that barely scratches the surface. This week’s caller is a vegan pansexual horse trainer who has lived a lot of life. She calls to share some of her stories with Gethard, who is happily along for the ride.  Sign up for Beautiful/Anonymous+ to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive content including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller.  Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Get $20 off a Skylight Frame at SkylightFrame.com/STORIES Follow 'Tis The Grinch Holiday Podcast on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. To get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/Beautiful

    1h 16m

  2. 2 DAYS AGO · BONUS

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    Christmas AGAIN?? Join the Grinch in stubbornly refusing the joys of the season with season 2 of ‘Tis The Grinch Holiday Podcast! Broadcasting straight from Whoville, with the help of his producer Cindy and loyal dog Max, Grinch is back to rant against Christmas cheer and roast celebrity guests like chestnuts on an open fire. Starring Saturday Night Live’s James Austin Johnson as Dr. Seuss’ iconic holiday hater! Grab your hot cocoa and cozy slippers to find out if the Grinch’s heart will triple this season — or if he’ll send his guests tumbling back down Mt. Crumpit.  For even more cheer, Wondery+ will offer exclusive minisodes where listeners can join Cindy and Max the Dog as they investigate a crazy Christmas mystery. Listen to ‘Tis the Grinch Holiday Podcast with the whole family here Wondery.fm/TistheGrinch_BSFAP.

    7 min

  3. 19 NOV

    Weight Loss Surgery

    The week's caller shares a deeply personal journey of undergoing weight loss surgery and the challenges and triumphs that followed. He and Gethard discuss body positivity, the emotional and psychological aspects of weight loss, and what he’s found most helpful along the way. Plus, and maybe most importantly, he weighs in The Great Beautiful/Anonymous Raccoon Debate. Sign up for Beautiful/Anonymous+ to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive content including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller.  Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 To match with a licensed therapist today, go to Talkspace.com/BEAUTIFUL and enter promo code SPACE80 to get $80 off of your first month and show your support for the show. Go to StoryWorth.com/beautiful today and save $10 on your first purchase! Listen to Constant Wonder wherever you get your podcasts. Go to joindeleteme.com/BEAUTIFUL and use promo code BEAUTIFUL for 20% off.

    1h 22m

  4. 12 NOV

    Invite Chaos

    This week's caller wants to invite more chaos and creativity into their life while debating a new career opportunity. He and Gethard talk family expectations, chasing passions, and the joy of weird little hobbies. Sign up for Beautiful/Anonymous+ to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive content including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller.  Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Upgrade your wardrobe. Go to Quince.com/beautiful for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. For 25% off, plus free shipping on your first set of sheets, head to BollAndBranch.com/beautiful. 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. To get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/Beautiful

    1h 23m

  5. 5 NOV

    Election Day Special 2024

    In this Election Day special, Gethard gives listeners from every corner of the country two minutes to share where they’re from, who they’re voting for, and why. It’s a chance to hear beyond the headlines, offering a rare moment of connection and empathy in the midst of today’s election chaos. Sign up for Beautiful/Anonymous+ to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive content including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller.  Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 To get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/Beautiful Go to joindeleteme.com/BEAUTIFUL and use promo code BEAUTIFUL for 20% off.  Get $80 off your first month with promo code SPACE80 at talkspace.com/beautiful 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.

    1h 42m

  6. 31 OCT

    Trump Voter 2024

    In this bonus episode of Beautiful/Anonymous, Gethard addresses some recent critiques of the show’s political bias by inviting a 2024 Trump voter for an open conversation. It’s a call filled with both tension and humor, and no matter where you land, it highlights the importance of understanding diverse perspectives and the urgency of political involvement, now more than ever. Sign up for Beautiful/Anonymous+ to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive content including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller.  We want to hear from you. Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676

    1h 20m

  7. 29 OCT

    Steamed Placentas

    This week’s caller recounts her unconventional journey from pickles to placentas as she and Gethard discuss the incredible work of birth doulas. More specifically, she breaks down the nitty gritty process of placenta encapsulation. From packing and transporting, to steaming and dehydrating placentas, it’s all here, and it’s all fascinating. Sign up for Beautiful/Anonymous+ to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive content including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller.  Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Listen to Constant Wonder wherever you get your podcasts.

    1h 12m

  8. 22 OCT

    A Little Communism is Fine

    This week's caller shares his experiences in elder care and running a worker-owned coffee roasting cooperative. He discusses the challenges of financial planning for seniors, systemic issues in long-term care, and his commitment to community-focused and worker-driven initiatives. It's an empowering, encouraging conversation with a charming guy who has a positive but realistic outlook on the world.  Sign up for Beautiful/Anonymous+ to get ad free episodes and access to exclusive content including 5 Random Questions with this week’s caller.  Leave us a voicemail at (973) 306-4676 Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at MINTMOBILE.com/BEAUTIFUL To match with a licensed therapist today, go to talkspace.com/beautiful and enter promo code SPACE80 to get $80 off of your first month and show your support for the show. Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to Quince.com/beautiful for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.

    1h 33m
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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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