Kalen Allen

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  1. Kalen Allen Loves Hocus Pocus

    10/11/2021

    Kalen Allen Loves Hocus Pocus

    It's spooooky month and we're here with Kalen Allen to discuss the all time classic witchy, horny, flick Hocus Pocus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. Add This to Cart: Raised by Ricki

    11/18/2022

    Add This to Cart: Raised by Ricki

    Raised by Ricki is another Lemonada series that we know you’re going to want to add to cart.In the 1990s, a generation of kids, teens, and young adults got home, kicked off their sneakers, and settled down in front of the TV to watch Ricki Lake. Hosted by Ricki herself alongside TV personality and digital creator Kalen Allen, Raised By Ricki revisits the 90s iconic talk show, The Ricki Lake Show, and the era to which it belonged. Part rewatch podcast, part cultural retrospective, and mostly hilarious, join Ricki and Kalen each week along with cultural icons like John Waters, Rosie O’Donnell, and Andy Cohen, past producers, former guests, former audience members and more.Cameras, real people, and no script. Anything could happen. Sounds like The Ricki Lake Show – and reality TV! In the episode you’re about to hear,  Ricki and Kalen are joined by Andy Cohen, executive producer of “The Real Housewives” and “Watch What Happens Live!” Andy talks about his lifelong love of reality TV and talk shows, the inspiration behind “The Real Housewives,” and how he first became a host. Plus, Ricki dishes on her time as the headmistress of “Charm School.” To hear more of Raised by Ricki, head to https://link.chtbl.com/RaisedbyRickiPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  3. Frost Yourself With Kalen Allen

    11/11/2020

    Frost Yourself With Kalen Allen

    On todays episode we are joined by the one and only Kalen Allen. You may recognize Kalen from The Ellen Show but you may not know he is also an actor and a recording artist with a new holiday album out now called "For Christmas Sake." We speak with Kalen about his dreams coming true overnight, his way of looking at the world with the glass half full, and his thoughts on working at The Ellen Show and rumors surrounding it. Get ready to smile as Kalen's infectious personality takes over The Viall Files.  "Just because where you are right now does not feel like it is where you are supposed to be does not mean you are not going to get to where you are supposed to be. " Please make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode and as always send in your relationship questions to asknick@kastmedia.com to be a part of our Monday episodes.  THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Crossrope: http://www.crossrope.com/viall to get $40 off the get fit bundle plus free shipping. Manscaped: http://www.manscaped.com use code VIALL for 20% off. Hello Bello: http://www.hellobello.com/viall to start your bundle with 25% off your order plus 15% off any add ons. Episode Socials:  @viallfiles @nickviall @thekalenallen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. Today, I’m Talking Trash with John Waters!

    10/13/2022

    Today, I’m Talking Trash with John Waters!

    He’s shocking, raunchy, and can’t ever be censored. Today, Ricki talks to her lifelong friend John Waters, whose iconic film “Hairspray” has become a theater favorite. It’s also where Ricki, playing Tracy Turnblad, made her movie debut. After working on several films together, the two have become lifelong friends. They dish on their crazy memories of working on set, John’s appearance on The Ricki Lake Show, and what it’s like to have your work labeled as “trashy.” Please note, Raised By Ricki contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Raised by Ricki is sponsored by Harklinikken, the scalp health and hair growth brand foundational to Ricki Lake’s own hair journey. Join their membership program to get up to 50% off at harklinikken.com/ricki. Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. Is Love Really Blind? We’ll See When We Hit Rewind!

    01/26/2023

    Is Love Really Blind? We’ll See When We Hit Rewind!

    Long before shows like Love Is Blind and Blind Date caught our attention, The Ricki Lake Show set shallow singles up on blindfolded dates to see if they could find a love match without knowing what their date looked like. Ricki and Kalen discuss the three superficial guests featured in this episode: Tamara, who believes she can “sense ugly” through a blindfold, Don, who says it’s dumb to date someone you don’t find attractive, and Amanda, who doesn’t think there’s anything wrong with picking pretty guys. Plus, Ricki shares some of what she’s learned about love in her life so far and encourages Kalen to be more open to it in his.   Please note, Raised By Ricki contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.    Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.    Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.    Raised by Ricki is sponsored by Harklinikken, the scalp health and hair growth brand foundational to Ricki Lake’s own hair journey. Join their membership program to get up to 50% off at harklinikken.com/ricki.   Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. If You Can’t Achieve It, They Can Weave It

    12/15/2022

    If You Can’t Achieve It, They Can Weave It

    The Weave Wars stretched the imagination of what hair could look like. From the hair-icopter to a hairdo with actual, live finches, The Ricki Lake Show spotlighted the artistry of fantasy hair. In this jam-packed episode, Ricki and Kalen are joined by the top two competitors of Weave Wars: Sharon Shearer and Weaven Steven. They talk about their most memorable creations and how The Ricki Lake show catapulted their careers. Plus, hairstylist Clayton Hawkins (whose clients include Olivia Rodrigo, Dakota Johnson, and Emma Roberts) recounts the time he got mistaken for Ricki when he was 12 years old! Please note, Raised By Ricki contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  Watch Ricki and Kalen's recent appearance on Access Hollywood where Ricki gets surprised by Weaven Steven! Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Raised by Ricki is sponsored by Harklinikken, the scalp health and hair growth brand foundational to Ricki Lake’s own hair journey. Join their membership program to get up to 50% off at harklinikken.com/ricki. Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Excuse Me Y’all, Don’t Be Misled, The Ricki Lake Show Is Not Dead

    09/15/2022

    Excuse Me Y’all, Don’t Be Misled, The Ricki Lake Show Is Not Dead

    Grab a friend and some snacks – we’ll provide the tea. We’re traveling back to the 90s, when The Ricki Lake Show was the place for drama and fun unlike anywhere else on TV.  Ricki and Kalen are joined by Stuart Krasnow, former supervising producer of The Ricki Lake Show, to talk about the show’s beginnings and its lasting impact on a new generation. If you were a past guest or audience member of The Ricki Lake Show, email us at hey@lemonadamedia.com. Please note, Raised By Ricki contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. Rosie O'Donnell, We Want to Know... What Really Happened On Your Old Show

    09/15/2022

    Rosie O'Donnell, We Want to Know... What Really Happened On Your Old Show

    You may remember her from “The Flintstones” or even the OG 1992 movie “A League of Their Own," but three years after The Ricki Lake Show first aired, Rosie O’Donnell also made her talk show debut. The Rosie O’Donnell Show featured huge guests like Tom Cruise and Madonna, and Rosie quickly became known for her authenticity and quirky sense of humor. It was also a time when she became friends with her fellow talk-show host, Ricki. This week, Rosie reunites with Ricki to talk with her and Kalen about Rosie's old show, witnessing 9/11, motherhood, and Rosie's experience coming out after leaving the daytime circuit. If you were a past guest or audience member of The Ricki Lake Show, email us at hey@lemonadamedia.com. Please note, Raised By Ricki contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  9. Has Your Bestie Done Something Whack? Don’t Worry! We’ve Got Your Back (with Aminatou Sow)

    02/02/2023

    Has Your Bestie Done Something Whack? Don’t Worry! We’ve Got Your Back (with Aminatou Sow)

    Aminatou Sow, host of the popular podcast Call Your Girlfriend, joins Ricki and Kalen to talk about growing up in Nigeria, where The Ricki Lake Show was her first introduction to American culture. She tells them about the impressions of African-American culture she formed from watching American television, and how her expectations compared to the reality she experienced when she moved to the US at age 19. Then, the friendship expert educates Ricki and Kalen on what she calls “Shine Theory,” why she doesn’t use the term “best friend,” and why friendship breakups are equally (if not more) brutal as romantic breakups. Plus, Ricki opens up about breaking up with a longtime friend.      Please note, Raised By Ricki contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.    Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.    Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.    Raised by Ricki is sponsored by Harklinikken, the scalp health and hair growth brand foundational to Ricki Lake’s own hair journey. Join their membership program to get up to 50% off at harklinikken.com/ricki.   Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  10. Brandi Reacts w/ Kalen Allen

    11/18/2022

    Brandi Reacts w/ Kalen Allen

    Brandi chats with Kalen Allen. How he went from YouTube watching cooking videos to being on Ellen to now co-hosting a podcast with Ricky Lake!!!?This Episode is brought you by:Super lucky Get Brandi's Audiobook NOW!Produced by Straw Hut MediaFor early access to ad-free episodes w/ additional bonus content make sure to go to www.patreon.com/brandiglanville

  11. We're Here, Queer and on TV! with Steven Canals and Dominick Pupa

    11/17/2022

    We're Here, Queer and on TV! with Steven Canals and Dominick Pupa

    The Ricki Lake Show was one of the few spaces LGBTQ+ people could see themselves on TV in the 90s, and could hear their stories told. Have things gotten better? Ricki and Kalen dig into representation in front of and behind the camera with Pose co-creator Steven Canals and past The Ricki Lake Show producer Dominick Pupa. They talk about what it means to see yourself on TV, creating safe spaces to work, and the responsibilities of representation. Plus, what is giving them moments of joy in the queer community.      Please note, Raised By Ricki contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.    Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.    Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.    Raised by Ricki is sponsored by Harklinikken, the scalp health and hair growth brand foundational to Ricki Lake’s own hair journey. Join their membership program to get up to 50% off at harklinikken.com/ricki.   Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  12. U Got It Bad … for The Ricki Lake Show’s Musical Guests

    01/05/2023

    U Got It Bad … for The Ricki Lake Show’s Musical Guests

    Britney Spears. NSYNC. Usher. Salt-N-Pepa. The Ricki Lake Show featured performances from some of the most iconic pop stars of the 90s and early 2000s. Ricki and Kalen talk with former MTV VJ Dave Holmes about the amazing artists who visited TRLS, looking back at the teen pop craze knowing what we know now, and the surprising places Ricki and Dave find new music nowadays. Plus, Kalen tells the story of when he hosted the announcement of Britney Spears’ Las Vegas residency that didn’t go exactly as planned.   Please note, Raised By Ricki contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.    Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.    Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.    Raised by Ricki is sponsored by Harklinikken, the scalp health and hair growth brand foundational to Ricki Lake’s own hair journey. Join their membership program to get up to 50% off at harklinikken.com/ricki.   Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  13. Order in the Court! All Rise for Judge Lauren Lake.

    01/12/2023

    Order in the Court! All Rise for Judge Lauren Lake.

    Lauren Lake has done it all – music, TV, books, law, interior design – and she says it’s all because of her appearances on The Ricki Lake Show! Lauren tells Ricki and Kalen about the dating docuseries she was in that caught the attention of TRLS producers, her time as a life coach and relationship expert on Ricki’s show, and how those appearances led to Lauren laying down the law on Lauren Lake’s Paternity Court and We the People with Judge Lauren Lake. Plus, Lauren reflects on the pressures put on Black women in the TV industry and how she pushes back against them with her signature wit, strength, and style.   Please note, Raised By Ricki contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.    Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.    Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.    Raised by Ricki is sponsored by Harklinikken, the scalp health and hair growth brand foundational to Ricki Lake’s own hair journey. Join their membership program to get up to 50% off at harklinikken.com/ricki.   Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  14. You Knew Him as the Gay Pimp. Where Is Jonny McGovern Now?

    01/19/2023

    You Knew Him as the Gay Pimp. Where Is Jonny McGovern Now?

    In The Ricki Lake Show’s last season, the Gay Pimp gave people and spaces makeovers, taught us about “metrosexuality,” and tested out some dubious aphrodisiacs. Today, the man behind the Gay Pimp character, Jonny McGovern, joins Ricki and Kalen to talk about the origins of the Gay Pimp, where his career went after his TRLS appearances, and even sings some of his hit song “Soccer Practice” for Ricki and Kalen! Plus, they discuss the myriad reasons why Jonny would not name a character the Gay Pimp today.   Please note, Raised By Ricki contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.    Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.    Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.    Raised by Ricki is sponsored by Harklinikken, the scalp health and hair growth brand foundational to Ricki Lake’s own hair journey. Join their membership program to get up to 50% off at harklinikken.com/ricki.   Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  15. Let’s Talk About Sex, Baby! with Margaret Cho

    12/01/2022

    Let’s Talk About Sex, Baby! with Margaret Cho

    The Ricki Lake Show never shied away from controversial topics. The most spicy and taboo topic of all? Sex! This week, iconic comedian, actress, and musician Margaret Cho joins Ricki and Kalen to talk about sex work, sex positivity, and how society’s views on all things sex have evolved since the 90s. She talks about her time as a phone sex worker, how working at a leather dildo shop kickstarted her LGBTQIA+ advocacy, and her memories of how The Ricki Lake Show handled sex-related topics in the 90s – and what she thinks a Ricki Lake Show episode about sex work would look like today. Please note, Raised By Ricki contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.  Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.  Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.  Raised by Ricki is sponsored by Harklinikken, the scalp health and hair growth brand foundational to Ricki Lake’s own hair journey. Join their membership program to get up to 50% off at harklinikken.com/ricki. Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  16. The Queen of Daytime Talk Talks to Bob the Drag Queen

    12/08/2022

    The Queen of Daytime Talk Talks to Bob the Drag Queen

    Twenty years before Bob the Drag Queen won the eighth season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” he would run home after school to catch The Ricki Lake Show. And today, Bob joins Ricki and Kalen to talk about the show’s significance for queer people and people of color – especially drag queens. As a certified fan of The Ricki Lake Show, Bob introduces Kalen to the Ricktionary and talks about why the show was unlike any other on TV in the 90s. Bob also shares what he wishes he saw on the show, and Ricki talks honestly about what they could have done better.   Please note, Raised By Ricki contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.    Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.    Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.    Raised by Ricki is sponsored by Harklinikken, the scalp health and hair growth brand foundational to Ricki Lake’s own hair journey. Join their membership program to get up to 50% off at harklinikken.com/ricki.   Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  17. You Grew Up With Ricki and Now She’s Back!

    Season 1 Trailer

    You Grew Up With Ricki and Now She’s Back!

    Do you remember the wild reality of 90s daytime talk? If you do, then you definitely remember The Ricki Lake Show. Before RuPaul’s Drag Race or Bravo’s Real Housewives, there was Ricki Lake. Before cell phones, 5G or social media, there was Ricki Lake. Cheating, gossip, drama – nothing was too saucy for the show or its live audience! Ricki was the barometer for all things young and trending. And she’s back with a brand-new podcast, to relive it all. This is Raised by Ricki, hosted by Ricki Lake herself along with TV personality and digital creator Kalen Allen, and joined by celebs, past show producers, former guests and more.Join Ricki and Kalen as they rewatch episodes, reflect on the culture, and have way too much fun doing it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  18. She Was Raised by Ricki … and Is Meeting Her at Last!

    11/03/2022

    She Was Raised by Ricki … and Is Meeting Her at Last!

    The best 90s self-care routine? For writer and podcast host Tracy Clayton, that was watching The Ricki Lake Show every day after school. The cultural critic talks about what makes the show so unforgettable, the importance of seeing Black representation on-screen, and how Ricki influenced her own career in media. Plus, Kalen tells us all about the best week of his life (two words: Queen Bey.)   Please note, Raised By Ricki contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.    Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.    Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.    Raised by Ricki is sponsored by Harklinikken, the scalp health and hair growth brand foundational to Ricki Lake’s own hair journey. Join their membership program to get up to 50% off at harklinikken.com/ricki.   Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  19. Santa is Black and Possibly Gay! A Very FANTI Holiday Special (ft. Kalen Allen)

    12/24/2020

    Santa is Black and Possibly Gay! A Very FANTI Holiday Special (ft. Kalen Allen)

    This week on a very special holiday edition of FANTI, Jarrett Hill and Tre'Vell Anderson are joined by the hilarious Kalen Allen to share their favorite holiday films and someone has some choice opinions about the Home Alone cinematic universe you're not going to want to miss!  But first… We Pass the Popcorn with our picks for top 3 Christmas songs for the season.   DIONNE WARWICK UPDATE Every week we'll bring you another update from the fantastical life of Dionne Warwick's twitter account. DIS/Honorable Mentions This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for Sylvie's Love—out now! Check out our interview with stars Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomghua  here. Tre'Vell has an honorable mention for all the folks cooking this holiday season (at home with those you live with, we hope!) and for the VISDs (Very Important side dishes!) BAKED macaroni and cheese and candied yams sans marshmallow.  Episode Notes Check out Kalen Allen's new holiday EP 'For Christmas Sake' here.  Check out Jarrett's interview with Jingle Jangle's Anika Noni Rose for Bullseye with Jesse Thorn here.  Have a favorite holiday film or song not mentioned in the episode? Let us know via email or on the socials.  Have a safe and happy holiday season! Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org @FANTIpodcast @Jarrett Hill @rayzon (Tre’Vell) @FANTIpodcast @TreVellAnderson @JarrettHill @Swish (Producer Laura Swisher) FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org Laura Swisher is the senior producer. Jordan Kauwling  is the associate producer.

  20. ICYMI: Rosie O'Donnell, We Want to Know... What Really Happened On Your Old Show

    11/24/2022

    ICYMI: Rosie O'Donnell, We Want to Know... What Really Happened On Your Old Show

    You may remember her from “The Flintstones” or even the OG “A League of Their Own.” Three years after The Ricki Lake Show first aired, Rosie O’Donnell made her talk show debut. The Rosie O’Donnell Show featured the likes of Tom Cruise and Madonna, where she was known for her authenticity and quirky sense of humor. Listen back as Rosie joins Ricki and Kalen to talk about her old show, witnessing 9/11, motherhood, and coming out after leaving the daytime circuit.   If you were a past guest or audience member of The Ricki Lake Show, email us at hey@lemonadamedia.com.   Please note, Raised By Ricki contains mature themes and may not be appropriate for all listeners.    Stay up to date with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.    Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.    Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this show and all Lemonada shows: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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