Podcrushed

This week we’re joined by author and actor Tembi Locke. She takes us from her whirlwind childhood to her life today as a bestselling writer and performer. We talk about the heart behind her memoir From Scratch and her new audiobook Someday, Now, the rituals and traditions that keep us grounded, and why midlife can feel a lot like adolescence (in the best way). It’s a rich conversation on grief, creativity, and finding light through it all.   Preorder our new book, Crushmore, here: geni.us/CrushmoreBook [geni.us/CrushmoreBook]   Look for the blue box at retailers everywhere or shop jlab.com [jlab.com] and use code PODCRUSHED for 15% off your order today.   Head to squarespace.com/PODCRUSHED [squarespace.com/PODCRUSHED] to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PODCRUSHED.   Use code PODCRUSHED or go to Harbor.co/PODCRUSHED [Harbor.co/PODCRUSHED] for $50 off and experience the security every parent deserves.   Head to prettytasty.com [prettytasty.com] and use code PODCRUSHED at checkout for your first subscription order FREE (up to a $49 value), plus 15% off every subscription order after that.   Take the online quiz and introduce Ollie to your pet. Visit https://www.ollie.com/podcrushed [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHpUaFdCUThLTW5tQ3FuR3NZLW4tZzZGblU4Z3xBQ3Jtc0ttSFVQYkxIOEFmaWtyN1d5aE83dThwUlZMMERDUFlBcjZKVXozd0IwcFlRbHB4RFd2cUgxR1VoM3ZxQ0N1c0FvTkNYSTE2S0k5VW51cmJfRUpMSngwZ1hjYVNjZjNSSEpIdkJWdm9CVWxZalZqcnhuVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ollie.com%2Fpodcrushed&v=7i3x3juj3Ek] for 60% off your first box of meals! #ToKnowThemIsToLoveThem [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/toknowthemistolovethem]   🎧 Want more from Podcrushed? * 📸 Instagram [https://bit.ly/PodcrushedInsta] * 🎵 TikTok [https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTikTok] * 🐦 X / Twitter [https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTwitter]     ✨ Follow Penn, Sophie & Nava Instagram * Penn [https://www.instagram.com/pennbadgley/] * Sophie [https://www.instagram.com/scribbledbysophie/] * Nava [https://www.instagram.com/nnnava/]   TikTok * Penn [https://www.tiktok.com/@iampennbadgley] * Sophie [https://www.tiktok.com/@scribbledbysophie] * Nava [https://www.tiktok.com/@nkavelin] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

[Original air date: Sept 20, 2023] If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Who is the most charming man alive?” and come up with Matthew McConaughey, you are correct. This week, we bring you a rerun of Matthew's episode of Podcrushed, replete with Matthew’s infectious spirit as he regales them with stories from his adolescence in Texas, important lessons on love and patience, and why a little bullshitting is vital.   Preorder our new book, Crushmore, here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Crushmore/Penn-Badgley/9781668077993 [https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Crushmore/Penn-Badgley/9781668077993]      Want more from Podcrushed? Follow our social channels here:   Insta: https://bit.ly/PodcrushedInsta [https://bit.ly/PodcrushedInsta] TikTok: https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTikTok [https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTikTok]  X: https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTwitter [https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTwitter]   You can follow Penn, Sophie and Nava here:   Insta: https://www.instagram.com/pennbadgley/ [https://www.instagram.com/pennbadgley/]  https://www.instagram.com/scribbledbysophie/ [https://www.instagram.com/scribbledbysophie/] https://www.instagram.com/nnnava/ [https://www.instagram.com/nnnava/]   Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iampennbadgley [https://www.tiktok.com/@iampennbadgley]  https://www.tiktok.com/@scribbledbysophie [https://www.tiktok.com/@scribbledbysophie]  https://www.tiktok.com/@nkavelin [https://www.tiktok.com/@nkavelin] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

We asked, you answered. Sophie and Nava read YOUR worst date stories, submitted by Crushies all over the world. From car fires and peanut allergies to mystery billionaires and embarrassing mishaps, they share a mix of hilarious and cringe-worthy experiences. Plus, Sophie and Nava share their own dating disasters (which, unfortunately, are on par with yours). Laugh along with their live reactions to these unforgettable tales. And preorder our new book, Crushmore, here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Crushmore/Penn-Badgley/9781668077993 [https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Crushmore/Penn-Badgley/9781668077993]    Look for the blue box at retailers everywhere or shop jlab.com [http://jlab.com/] and use code PODCRUSHED for 15% off your order today. Shop SKIMS Fits Everybody collection at skims.com/podcrushed [http://skims.com/podcrushed]. #skimspartner  Head to squarespace.com/PODCRUSHED [http://squarespace.com/PODCRUSHED] to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PODCRUSHED. Take the online quiz and introduce Ollie to your pet. Visit https://www.ollie.com/podcrushed [https://www.ollie.com/podcrushed] for 60% off your first box of meals! #ToKnowThemIsToLoveThem  Cymbiotika is hosting their biggest giveaway ever this summer. Head to Cymbiotika.com/summersweepstakes [http://cymbiotika.com/summersweepstakes] to learn more. 00:00 Intro 01:22 Worst Date Stories Begin 02:55 Embarrassing Romantic Moments   07:29 Listener's Cringe-Worthy Dates   10:17 Unexpected Date Disasters   17:45 Awkward Public Displays   19:00 Embarrassing Moments Caught in the Act   19:25 High School Romance Mishaps   21:28 Awkward Funeral Date   22:50 Middle School Crush Gone Wrong   23:50 Tinder Date Disaster   26:47 Gym Date with a Narcissist   27:51 Homecoming Date Cringe   32:52 First Date Failures   36:06 Concluding Thoughts   Want more from Podcrushed? Follow our social channels here:   Insta: https://bit.ly/PodcrushedInsta [https://bit.ly/PodcrushedInsta] TikTok: https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTikTok [https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTikTok]  X: https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTwitter [https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTwitter]   You can follow Penn, Sophie and Nava here:   Insta: https://www.instagram.com/pennbadgley/ [https://www.instagram.com/pennbadgley/]  https://www.instagram.com/scribbledbysophie/ [https://www.instagram.com/scribbledbysophie/] https://www.instagram.com/nnnava/ [https://www.instagram.com/nnnava/]   Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iampennbadgley [https://www.tiktok.com/@iampennbadgley]  https://www.tiktok.com/@scribbledbysophie [https://www.tiktok.com/@scribbledbysophie]  https://www.tiktok.com/@nkavelin [https://www.tiktok.com/@nkavelin] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Paul Wesley (Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, The Vampire Diaries, Tell Me A Story) joins the pod for an engaging convo about his journey from Marlboro Township, New Jersey to the silver screen. He shares memories from his time alongside co-stars like Ian Somerhalder and Nina Dobrev, his approach to playing the iconic Captain Kirk, and opens up about the anxiety he faced during his days as a struggling actor. He also reflects on his comedy aspirations and the important life lessons he's learned along the way.   Look for the blue box at retailers everywhere or shop jlab.com [http://jlab.com] and use code PODCRUSHED for 15% off your order today.   Take the online quiz and introduce Ollie to your pet. Visit https://www.ollie.com/podcrushed [https://www.ollie.com/podcrushed] for 60% off your first box of meals! #ToKnowThemIsToLoveThem    Cymbiotika is hosting their biggest giveaway ever this summer. Head to Cymbiotika.com/summersweepstakes [http://Cymbiotika.com/summersweepstakes] to learn more.   Preorder our new book, Crushmore, here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Crushmore/Penn-Badgley/9781668077993 [https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Crushmore/Penn-Badgley/9781668077993]      Want more from Podcrushed? Follow our social channels here:   Insta: https://bit.ly/PodcrushedInsta [https://bit.ly/PodcrushedInsta] TikTok: https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTikTok [https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTikTok]  X: https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTwitter [https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTwitter]   You can follow Penn, Sophie and Nava here:   Insta: https://www.instagram.com/pennbadgley/ [https://www.instagram.com/pennbadgley/]  https://www.instagram.com/scribbledbysophie/ [https://www.instagram.com/scribbledbysophie/] https://www.instagram.com/nnnava/ [https://www.instagram.com/nnnava/]   Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iampennbadgley [https://www.tiktok.com/@iampennbadgley]  https://www.tiktok.com/@scribbledbysophie [https://www.tiktok.com/@scribbledbysophie]  https://www.tiktok.com/@nkavelin [https://www.tiktok.com/@nkavelin] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Actress and podcaster Ambyr Childers (You, The Master, Ray Donovan) joins us for a wide-ranging conversation about her path from child actor to acclaimed performer, the lessons she’s learned from parenting and sobriety, and how she’s found new meaning in spirituality. With stories that are equal parts funny, heartfelt, and inspiring, this episode is a must-listen. And preorder our new book, Crushmore, here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Crushmore/Penn-Badgley/9781668077993 [https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Crushmore/Penn-Badgley/9781668077993]    Look for the blue box at retailers everywhere or shop jlab.com [http://jlab.com] and use code PODCRUSHED for 15% off your order today. From The Branch, in partnership with The 74 and MeidasTouch, Where the Schools Went is out now. Find it wherever you get your podcasts and start listening today! Cymbiotika is hosting their biggest giveaway ever this summer. Head to Cymbiotika.com/summersweepstakes [http://cymbiotika.com/summersweepstakes] to learn more. Head to squarespace.com/PODCRUSHED [http://squarespace.com/PODCRUSHED] to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PODCRUSHED. Take the online quiz and introduce Ollie to your pet. Visit https://www.ollie.com/podcrushed [https://www.ollie.com/podcrushed] for 60% off your first box of meals! #ToKnowThemIsToLoveThem Want more from Podcrushed? Follow our social channels here: * Insta [https://bit.ly/PodcrushedInsta] * TikTok [https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTikTok] * X [https://bit.ly/PodcrushedTwitter]   You can follow Penn, Sophie and Nava here: Insta * @pennbadgley [https://www.instagram.com/pennbadgley] * @scribbledbysophie [https://www.instagram.com/scribbledbysophie] * @nnnava [https://www.instagram.com/nnnava]   TikTok * @iampennbadgley [https://www.tiktok.com/@iampennbadgley] * @scribbledbysophie [https://www.tiktok.com/@scribbledbysophie] * @nkavelin [https://www.tiktok.com/@nkavelin] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.