Sterling K. Brown

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  1. Holiday Message from Sterling K. Brown & Chris Sullivan

    18H AGO · BONUS

    Holiday Message from Sterling K. Brown & Chris Sullivan

    We're so grateful for all of our listeners and it's been so fun to rewatch #ThisIsUs with all of you! We're taking a short holiday break, with a new episode of #ThatWasUs back on January 6, 2026! Until then, we're wishing you love, rest, and time with the people who matter most  Happy holidays everyone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 min
  2. Time Capsule | "The Cabin" (414) with Director Catherine Hardwicke

    DEC 16

    Time Capsule | "The Cabin" (414) with Director Catherine Hardwicke

    On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 4, Episode 14: The Cabin. As the Big Three reunite at the family cabin, old wounds reopen, including flashbacks to Kate’s toxic relationship with Marc, and a rediscovered time capsule gives them a long-lost piece of Jack. Plus, here to join the discussion is the Director of this episode, Catherine Hardwicke (Twilight, Thirteen, Lords of Dogtown)! Catherine chats about her memories of filming with the cast at the cabin, the drawing she created that’s featured in the episode, and so much more! That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: Help protect your home systems – and your wallet – with HomeServe againstcovered repairs. Plans start at just $4.99 a month. Go to https://HomeServe.com tofind the plan that’s right for you. Brought to you by Bombas, One Clothing Item Purchased = One Clothing Item Donated Head over to https://Bombas.com and use code TWU for 20% off your first purchase. ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:32 Discussion 01:05:31 Fan Segment 01:27:09 Outro Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz and Rob Holysz Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Production Coordinator: Andrew Rowley Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 30m
  3. Marc "Loves" Kate | "A Hell of a Week: Part Three" (413) with Hannah Zeile (Teen Kate)

    DEC 9

    Marc "Loves" Kate | "A Hell of a Week: Part Three" (413) with Hannah Zeile (Teen Kate)

    On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 4, Episode 13: A Hell of a Week: Part Three, and you guessed it...the amazing Hannah Zeile joins us in studio to chat about teen Kate's storyline in the last episode of this trilogy! As Kate heads to a retreat for parents of visually-impaired children and Toby stays behind, the fate of their marriage weighs on her mind. Rebecca joins Kate and has a heart-to-heart about her diagnosis, and through flashbacks, we see teen Kate navigating a toxic relationship with Marc. That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - Buy four cartons and get the fifth free, at https://davidprotein.com/thatwasus You can also find David on Amazon and at local retailers—just use the store locator on their website. Humans aren’t perfect, but David is. - Brought to you by Bombas, One Clothing Item Purchased = One Clothing Item Donated Head over to https://Bombas.com and use code TWU for 20% off your first purchase. ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:32 Discussion 01:19:42 Fan Segment 01:34:50 Outro Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz and Rob Holysz Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Production Coordinator: Andrew Rowley Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 38m
  4. Kevin & Sophie Reunite | "A Hell of a Week: Part Two" (412) with Logan Shroyer (Teen Kevin)

    DEC 2

    Kevin & Sophie Reunite | "A Hell of a Week: Part Two" (412) with Logan Shroyer (Teen Kevin)

    On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 4, Episode 12: A Hell of a Week: Part Two. The one and only Logan Shroyer, AKA teen Kevin, joins us for a rewatch in the studio to chat about the most memorable parts of this episode, answer fan questions, and more! This episode shifts the focus to Kevin, as a call from Sophie brings old memories and unfinished feelings to the surface. Through flashbacks and emotional moments in the present, we see Kevin face his past and try to find clarity about his future. That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - Brought to you by Bombas, One Clothing Item Purchased = One Clothing Item Donated Head over to https://Bombas.com and use code TWU for 20% off your first purchase. -Help protect your home systems – and your wallet – with HomeServe against covered repairs. Plans start at just $4.99 a month. Go to https://HomeServe.com to find the plan that’s right for you. - Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more, to claim, visit https://article.com/twu and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout - Find gifts so good you’ll want to keep them with Quince. Go to https://Quince.com/twu for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:32 Discussion 01:14:08 Fan Segment 01:25:46 Outro Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz and Rob Holysz Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Production Coordinator: Andrew Rowley Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 31m
  5. Intruder | "A Hell of a Week: Part One" (411) with Niles Fitch (Teen Randall)

    NOV 25

    Intruder | "A Hell of a Week: Part One" (411) with Niles Fitch (Teen Randall)

    On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 4, Episode 11: A Hell of a Week: Part One — and we have a very special guest joining us in studio: Niles Fitch, AKA teen Randall! Niles sits down with Mandy, Sterling, and Chris to break down the episode, share behind-the-scenes stories, and answer fan questions. This episode of This Is Us kicks off a three-part arc centered on the Big Three, starting with Randall. After an intruder breaks into his home, Randall is thrown into a spiral of anxiety that unearths long-buried fears. Through flashbacks to childhood and college, we see how a lifetime of holding everything together for everyone else finally brings him to a breaking point. That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - Brought to you by Bombas, One Clothing Item Purchased = One Clothing Item Donated Head over to https://Bombas.com and use code TWU for 20% off your first purchase. - Help protect your home systems – and your wallet – with HomeServe against covered repairs. Plans start at just $4.99 a month. Go to https://HomeServe.com to find the plan that’s right for you. - Keep it classic and cozy this season with long-lasting staples from Quince. Perfect for gifting or keeping for yourself. Go to https://quince.com/twu for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:32 Discussion 01:38:33 Fan Segment 01:56:21 Outro Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz and Rob Holysz Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 59m
  6. Jack and Rebecca Fall In Love | "Light and Shadows" (410)

    NOV 18

    Jack and Rebecca Fall In Love | "Light and Shadows" (410)

    On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 4, Episode 10: Light and Shadows. Randall supports Rebecca as she is faced with a difficult truth at her doctor’s appointment, Kate and Toby acknowledge the growing distance between them, and Kevin takes a woman on an elaborate first date. In the past, Jack and Rebecca finally say, “I love you.” Plus, Mandy, Chris, and Sterling talk about relationships, passion vs. stability, long term love, and more! That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - Brought to you by Bombas, One Clothing Item Purchased = One Clothing Item Donated Head over to https://Bombas.com and use code TWU for 20% off your first purchase. - Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more, to claim, visit https://www.article.com/twu and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout - Help protect your home systems – and your wallet – with HomeServe against covered repairs. Plans start at just $4.99 a month. Go to https://HomeServe.com to find the plan that’s right for you. - Restore your peace of mind with Harbor: the only baby monitor designed to never fail you. Use code TWU or go to https://Harbor.co/TWU for $50 off ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:32 Discussion 01:22:39 Fan Segment 01:32:27 Outro Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz and Rob Holysz Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Production Coordinator: Andrew Rowley Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards #thisisus #thatwasus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 36m
  7. Rebecca Gets a Job | "Sorry" (408) with special guest Timothy Omundson

    NOV 4

    Rebecca Gets a Job | "Sorry" (408) with special guest Timothy Omundson

    On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 4, Episode 8: Sorry. Kevin is forced to reckon with himself after getting intimate with Cassidy, Kate leans on her newfound friendship with her neighbor, and Randall and Beth navigate new parenting challenges. In the past, Rebecca gets a new job, taking a step toward rebuilding her life. In this episode, Mandy, Sterling, and Chris chat with Timothy Omundson who played Gregory, Kate and Toby’s Neighbor! Gregory talks all about the stroke that changed his life, how This Is Us creator Dan Fogelman has given him the best creative and career opportunities, and the impact he wanted his character to have on audiences. That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more, to claim, visit https://www.article.com/twu and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout - Keep it classic and cozy this season with long-lasting staples from Quince. Perfect for gifting or keeping for yourself. Go to https://quince.com/twu for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. - Help protect your home systems – and your wallet – with HomeServe against covered repairs. Plans start at just $4.99 a month. Go to https://HomeServe.com to find the plan that’s right for you. - Brought to you by Bombas, One Clothing Item Purchased = One Clothing Item Donated Head over to https://Bombas.com and use code TWU for 20% off your first purchase. ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00 Intro 00:00:32 Discussion 00:54:59 Interview 01:28:29 Outro Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz and Rob Holysz Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 32m
  8. Dinner in the New House | "Storybook Love" (405)

    OCT 14

    Dinner in the New House | "Storybook Love" (405)

    On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 4, Episode 5: Storybook Love. The Big Three reunite at Rebecca's new house to celebrate Kevin and Sophie getting married, but when things don’t go as planned, Rebecca is reminded of the very first meal she shared with Jack in their new home years earlier. Mandy, Chris, and Sterling talk about grief and moving on from a loved one, how your purpose can evolve and change, and so much more! That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - Brought to you by Bombas, One Clothing Item Purchased = One Clothing Item Donated Head over to https://bombas.com/ and use code TWU for 20% off your first purchase. - This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/TWU and get on your way to being your best self. - Buy four cartons and get the fifth free, at https://davidprotein.com/thatwasus. You can also find David on Amazon and at local retailers—just use the store locator on their website. Humans aren’t perfect, but David is. - Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide, plus an extra 20% off select favorites and more limited-time deals during their Early Black Friday Sale. And use Promo Code TWU at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:32 Discussion 01:18:13 Fan Segment 01:37:04 Outro Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz, Rob Holysz & Jeph Porter Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 40m
  9. A Very Pearson Thanksgiving | "So Long, Marianne" (409)

    NOV 11

    A Very Pearson Thanksgiving | "So Long, Marianne" (409)

    On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 4, Episode 9: So Long, Marianne. If there's one holiday the Pearsons love...it's Thanksgiving! Today we dive into another memorable holiday with the entire Pearson family (and a few special guests) who come together at Randall and Beth’s new home in Philly. Rebecca grapples with her memory, Tess confides in Kevin about her journey of coming out, and Deja shares an emotional reunion with her mom. In the past, Jack and Nicky begin a tradition that will be carried on for generations to come. That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - Buy four cartons and get the fifth free, at https://davidprotein.com/thatwasus You can also find David on Amazon and at local retailers—just use the store locator on their website. Humans aren’t perfect, but David is. - Brought to you by Bombas, One Clothing Item Purchased = One Clothing Item Donated Head over to https://bombas.com and use code TWU for 20% off your first purchase. - Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Sizzle All the Way Sale. And use code TWU at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00 Intro 00:00:32 Discussion 00:54:47 Fan Segment 01:08:08 Outro ------------------------- Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz and Rob Holysz Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 11m
  10. Kevin & Sophie Get Married | "Flip a Coin" (404) with writer Julia Brownell

    OCT 7

    Kevin & Sophie Get Married | "Flip a Coin" (404) with writer Julia Brownell

    On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 4, Episode 4: Flip a Coin. Kate and Toby adjust to life with baby Jack while Beth prepares for the opening of her dance studio. In the past, Rebecca goes to Parents’ Weekend at Randall’s college, Kate gets a job at a record store, and Kevin...gets married! Mandy, Chris, and Sterling chat more about this cliffhanger in next week's episode too...so tune in! They also discuss the changing landscape of TV after This Is Us, learning to ask for help, and, with the help of our special guest, writer Julia Brownell, what in the world "getting bricked" meant in the writer's room! That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Red-Hot Sale Event. And use Promo Code TWU at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! - Brought to you by Bombas, One Clothing Item Purchased = One Clothing Item DonatedHead over to https://bombas.com/ and use code TWU for 20% off your first purchase. - Keep it classic and cozy this fall with long-lasting staples from Quince. Go to https://www.quince.com/twu for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:32 Discussion 01:02:15 Interview 01:25:53 Outro ------------------------- Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz, Rob Holysz & Jeph Porter Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 29m
  11. Finding Purpose | "Unhinged" (403) with special guest Tim Jo

    SEP 30

    Finding Purpose | "Unhinged" (403) with special guest Tim Jo

    On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 4, Episode 3: Unhinged. As Uncle Nicky faces the fallout of his actions, Kevin steps in to help and crosses paths with Cassidy. Meanwhile, Randall launches his open-door policy, Kate meets her neighbor Gregory, and Malik opens up to Deja about his daughter. On the pod, Mandy, Chris, and Sterling talk to a surprise guest after ringing them up on a whim AND Tim Jo, AKA Jae-Won, joins to chat about his time on the show! That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - Keep it classic and cozy this fall with long-lasting staples from Quince. Go to https://www.quince.com/twu for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. - BAU, Artist at War opens only in theaters, for a limited run beginning September 26th. Go to https://www.baumovie.com/ to watch the trailer, read about Josef’s real-life journey, and find showtimes near you. You can also sign your organization up for group screenings. - To get 6 bottles of wine for $39.99, head to https://NakedWines.com/TWU and use code TWU for both the code AND PASSWORD. - Brought to you by Bombas, One Clothing Item Purchased = One Clothing Item DonatedHead over to https://bombas.com/ and use code TWU for 20% off your first purchase. ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:32 Discussion 01:11:48 Interview 01:30:52 Outro ------------------------- Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz, Rob Holysz & Jeph Porter Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 34m
  12. Playing The Game | "The Club" (406)

    OCT 21

    Playing The Game | "The Club" (406)

    On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 4, Episode 6: The Club. Randall struggles to navigate his identity and get Jack to understand his perspective. Kate and Toby make time to work on their marriage, while Kevin spends time with Cassidy and Nicky as his Uncle’s court date draws near. Mandy, Chris, and Sterling also chat about intimacy after having kids, finding that connection with your partner, filming vulnerable scenes, the effect of hurtful comments online, and so much more. That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit https://www.article.com/twu and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout - Restore your peace of mind with Harbor: the only baby monitor designed to never fail you. Use code TWU or go to https://harbor.co/twu for $50 off - This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/TWU and get on your way to being your best self. ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00 – 👋 Welcome Back 02:02 – 💑 New Parents, New Challenges 06:10 – 🔥 Kate & Toby’s “Get the Spark Back” Montage 10:30 – 🙈 Behind the Scenes: Filming the Hotel Scene 14:54 – 🧠 Marriage, Empathy & Emotional Honesty 20:00 – ⛳ Jack & Rebecca at the Country Club 31:48 – 👦 Randall Meets Mr. Lawrence 35:40 – 👁 “If You Don’t See Color…” 45:28 – 🏌️‍♂️ Lessons on Golf, Life & Legacy 53:22 – 💔 Kevin, Cassidy & Uncle Nicky in the Woods 01:00:08 – ❤️ Love, Connection & Grace in Parenthood 01:02:58 – 💬 Fan Segment: Perpetua’s Story of Belonging Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz and Rob Holysz Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 17m
  13. The Second Half of Life | "The Pool: Part Two" (402)

    SEP 23

    The Second Half of Life | "The Pool: Part Two" (402)

    On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 4, Episode 2: The Pool: Part Two. Flashbacks to a day at the pool show Jack and Rebecca struggling to keep their kids close as they grow older. In the present, the Big Three deal with their own set of challenges now that they're adults. Mandy, Chris, and Sterling talk about the crux of this episode, which leads to a discussion about entering the second half of life. That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - BAU, Artist at War opens only in theaters, for a limited run beginning September 26th. Go to https://www.baumovie.com/ to watch the trailer, read about Josef’s real-life journey, and find showtimes near you. You can also sign your organization up for group screenings. - Brought to you by Bombas, One Clothing Item Purchased = One Clothing Item DonatedHead over to https://bombas.com/ and use code TWU for 20% off your first purchase. - Restore your peace of mind with Harbor: the only baby monitor designed to never fail you. Use code TWU or go to https://harbor.co/twu for $50 off ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:32 Discussion 01:14:49 Fan Segment 01:25:43 Outro ------------------------- Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz, Rob Holysz & Jeph Porter Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 29m
  14. WWDTM: Sterling K. Brown

    APR 5

    WWDTM: Sterling K. Brown

    This week, special guest Sterling K. Brown joins panelists Tig Notaro, Negin Farsad, and Josh Gondelman Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    47 min
  15. A New Chapter Begins | "Strangers" (401) with special guest Blake Stadnik

    SEP 16

    A New Chapter Begins | "Strangers" (401) with special guest Blake Stadnik

    We made it to Season 4! On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re talking all about Season 4, Episode 1: Strangers. This episode weaves together the stories of three new characters: Cassidy, a soldier returning home from Afghanistan; Malik, a teenage father finding his way; and Jack Damon, Kate and Toby’s son, a blind musician whose life is filled with unexpected love. Mandy, Chris, and Sterling talk about how the Pearsons’ past and future intersect, and as Rebecca puts it, they discover how strangers can become the most important parts of our stories. That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Red-Hot Sale Event. And use Promo Code TWU at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimum purchase may apply. See site for details. A big thanks to our advertiser, Omaha Steaks! - Try Zip Recruiter for free at https://www.ziprecruiter.com/TWU. ZipRecruiter. The smartest way to hire. - BAU, Artist at War opens only in theaters, for a limited run beginning September 26th. Go to https://www.baumovie.com/ to watch the trailer, read about Josef’s real-life journey, and find showtimes near you. You can also sign your organization up for group screenings. - Buy four cartons and get the fifth free, at https://davidprotein.com/thatwasus. You can also find David on Amazon and at local retailers—just use the store locator on their website. Humans aren’t perfect, but David is. - This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/TWU and get on your way to being your best self. ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:06 Discussion 00:52:30 Interview 01:19:44 Wrap Up 01:21:00 Outro ------------------------- Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz, Rob Holysz & Jeph Porter Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 24m
  16. Randall and Beth's Love Story | "R & B" (317) with special guest Rachel Hilson

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    Randall and Beth's Love Story | "R & B" (317) with special guest Rachel Hilson

    On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re diving into Season 3, Episode 17: R & B. We see the highs and lows of Beth and Randall’s relationship through flashbacks spanning their first date to married life, including the birth of their first baby, leading to a present-day fight that could change everything. Mandy, Chris, and Sterling chat about arguments with your spouse, the feeling of raising your kids so well that they don't need you, and the impact of a bombshell statement like the one Randall made in last week's episode. Be sure to watch and listen to the fan segment, because we have the lovely and talented Rachel Hilson, who plays young Beth, joining us on the pod! That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - BAU, Artist at War opens only in theaters, for a limited run beginning September 26th. Go to https://www.baumovie.com/ to watch the trailer, read about Josef’s real-life journey, and find showtimes near you. You can also sign your organization up for group screenings. - Buy four cartons and get the fifth free, at https://davidprotein.com/thatwasus. You can also find David on Amazon and at local retailers—just use the store locator on their website. Humans aren’t perfect, but David is. - Brought to you by Bombas, One Clothing Item Purchased = One Clothing Item DonatedHead over to https://bombas.com/ and use code TWU for 20% off your first purchase. ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:32 Discussion 01:01:23 Interview 01:23:27 Outro ------------------------- Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz, Rob Holysz & Jeph Porter Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 27m
  17. Beth and Randall Find The Door | "Her" (318)

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    Beth and Randall Find The Door | "Her" (318)

    On today’s episode of That Was Us, we’re chatting about Season 3, Episode 18: Her. In the last episode of Season 3 on This Is Us, Randall and Beth finally see eye to eye and decide to make a life-changing move for their family’s future. Meanwhile, Kate and Toby bring baby Jack home, Zoe and Kevin come to a difficult decision for their relationship, and lastly Rebecca faces a hospital stay in the past, which leads us to a moving montage as we get a peek into Rebecca’s future. Mandy, Chris, and Sterling chat about hours spent in the makeup chair, what it was like filming scenes as older versions of their characters, and what it felt like to be in the trenches with their characters during this season. That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - BAU, Artist at War opens only in theaters, for a limited run beginning September 26th. Go to https://www.baumovie.com/ to watch the trailer, read about Josef’s real-life journey, and find showtimes near you. You can also sign your organization up for group screenings. - Keep it classic and cozy this fall with long-lasting staples from Quince. Go to www.quince.com/twu for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. - Brought to you by Bombas, One Clothing Item Purchased = One Clothing Item Donated Head over to https://bombas.com/ and use code TWU for 20% off your first purchase. - To get 6 bottles of wine for $39.99, head to HTTPS://NakedWines.com/TWU and use code TWU for both the code AND PASSWORD. ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00 Intro 00:01:29 Discussion 00:54:19 Voice Note 01:03:31 Hot Takes 01:16:37 Outro ------------------------- Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz, Rob Holysz & Jeph Porter Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 20m
  18. The Girl Who Danced Before She Walked | "Our Little Island Girl" (313) with special guest Susan Kelechi Watson

    AUG 5

    The Girl Who Danced Before She Walked | "Our Little Island Girl" (313) with special guest Susan Kelechi Watson

    This week on the podcast, Mandy, Sterling, and Chris welcome back a very exciting guest host…Susan Kelechi Watson, AKA Beth! Susan joins the hosts for a rewatch discussion about Season 3, Episode 13: Our Little Island Girl. Susan talks about what it was like working with Phylicia Rashad (Beth’s Mom) and Carl Lumbly (Beth’s Dad), and her memories on set filming this episode! The group discusses the striking resemblance between Susan and Rachel Hilson (teen Beth), noting how they both beautifully portrayed Beth’s character. They also get into Beth’s storyline on the show, and where her path is about to take her as she embarks on the journey of teaching dance. That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - Try Zip Recruiter for free at https://www.ziprecruiter.com/TWU. ZipRecruiter. The smartest way to hire. - Every summer has a story—hosting on Airbnb could be part of someone else's. Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at https://www.airbnb.com/host. - To get 6 bottles of wine for $39.99, head to https://www.nakedwines.com/TWU and use code TWU for both the code AND PASSWORD. ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:32 Discussion 01:15:28 Fan Segment 01:22:13 Outro Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz, Rob Holysz & Jeph Porter Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards #thisisus #thatwasus #susankelechiwatson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 25m
  19. Crossroads | "Don’t Take My Sunshine Away" (316) with special guest Rob Morgan

    AUG 26

    Crossroads | "Don’t Take My Sunshine Away" (316) with special guest Rob Morgan

    This week on the podcast, we chat about Season 3, Episode 16: Don’t Take My Sunshine Away. If there’s one thing that’s clear, it’s that the Pearsons are struggling on all fronts right now. Kate and Toby try to grasp how it feels to have baby Jack in the NICU, Beth and Randall face one of the biggest confrontations to date, and Zoe and Kevin make a discovery about their relationship that could change their future. Sterling, Chris, and Mandy talk about gestures from exes (ala Kevin and Sophie), first kisses, what it’s like to have tough life conversations with your partner, and so much more. Plus, the one and only Rob Morgan, AKA Councilman Solomon Brown, joins the pod to talk about his time on the show! That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - Brought to you by Bombas, One Clothing Item Purchased = One Clothing Item Donated Head over to https://bombas.com/ and use code TWU for 20% off your first purchase. - BAU, Artist at War opens only in theaters, for a limited run beginning September 26th. Go to https://www.baumovie.com/ to watch the trailer, read about Josef’s real-life journey, and find showtimes near you. You can also sign your organization up for group screenings. - Try Zip Recruiter for free at https://www.ziprecruiter.com/TWU. ZipRecruiter. The smartest way to hire. - For a limited time only, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping when you head to Smalls.com/TWU. ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:32 Discussion 00:59:33 Fan Segment 01:09:28 Outro 01:11:12 Credits Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz, Rob Holysz & Jeph Porter Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards #thisisus #thatwasus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 14m
  20. Justin Hartley and Us | Kevin Pearson

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    Justin Hartley and Us | Kevin Pearson

    It’s the moment fans have been waiting for…the final member of The Big Three joins the pod! Justin Hartley sits down with Mandy, Chris, and Sterling to dive deep into his unforgettable portrayal of Kevin Pearson on This Is Us. He shares what it was like auditioning for the role, the ways he connected with Kevin’s journey, and how the experience shaped his life both personally and professionally. Justin also reflects on the close bonds he formed with the cast, opens up about life after the show, gives us a glimpse into what he’s working on now, and so much more! That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions. Music by Taylor Goldsmith and Griffin Goldsmith. ------------------------- Support Our Sponsors: - Your home might be worth more than you think, find out how much at airbnb.com/host - For a limited time only, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping when you head to Smalls.com and use code TWU. - Humans aren’t perfect, but David is. Buy four cartons and get the fifth free, at davidprotein.com/thatwasus - Brought to you by Bombas. One Clothing Item Purchased = One Clothing Item Donated. Head over to Bombas.com and use code TWU for 20% off your first purchase. ------------------------- 🍋 About the Show: The stars of This Is Us, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and Chris Sullivan, dive back into the world of the Pearsons, reliving each episode and all the life lessons that came with it. Together, they dig in and dig deep, have the tough conversations, bring in very special and familiar guests, share never-before-heard behind-the-scenes moments, and feature listeners in highly anticipated fan segments. Join your favorite family back in the living room to examine our past, cherish our present, and look to the future with new episodes of That Was Us every Tuesday. ------------------------- 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:13 Interview 01:25:42 End Credits Executive Producers: Natalie Holysz, Rob Holysz & Jeph Porter Creative Producer: Sam Skelton Video Editor: Todd Hughlett Mix & Master: Jason Richards #thisisus #thatwasus #justinhartley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 29m
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