The Tangle with Kyle Ridley

Tangled in Married Life, Funeral Homes & Clutch Women (with Sarah Colonna)

Comedian, author, actress and podcaster Sarah Colonna joins Kyle to discuss her new standup shows and comedic evolution. From Germany, Arkansas to Los Angeles, Sarah covers her early years on stage, working on “Chelsea Lately” for seven seasons, and marriage to retired NFL player Jon Ryan. She also discusses her comedy community, two podcasts, and creating her “Clutch Women” company. ChaptersLife on the road: mastering touringComedic inspirationsGrowing up in Arkansas with a mom who worked in a funeral homeFirst time on stageCrafting comedyNavigating social media and political correctnessThe “Chelsea Lately” yearsFriendships and collaborationsTransitioning from writing to acting Married life and sportsEntrepreneurship and “Clutch Women”“Book Lisp” podcast“Are You My Podcast?”Current tangles  

Tangled in Processing Trauma, Reconciling Faith & Embracing Sexuality (with David Archuleta)

In this candid interview, singer-songwriter David Archuleta shares his heartfelt journey through faith, coming out, healing family wounds, and advocating for change within his religious community. His new memoir, “Devout,” offers hope, resilience, and a call for understanding.Chapters David’s experience of leaving Mormonism and reconciling faith with sexualityJennette McCurdy’s encouragement The process of writing “Devout” and confronting family traumaThe impact of childhood abuse stories on his personal growth and advocacyHow David’s faith and spirituality have evolvedPersonal reflections on being misunderstood and the importance of authenticityHis approach to changing perceptions about LGBTQ+ individuals in religious contextsThe significance of boundaries and estrangement in healing family relationshipsTangled in the “Devout” EP

Tangled in the '90s, MTV & Queer Visibility (with Dave Holmes)

Best-selling author, editor, and former MTV VJ Dave Holmes joins Kyle for a reflective hour on the ‘90s, pre-online dating, tangible media, and much more. Dave offers behind-the-scenes stories from his days at MTV, including dream interviews and placing second on the “Wanna Be a VJ” contest. He gets candid about coming out, celebrity crushes, and hosting the “Homophilia” podcast. Dave also discusses the evolution of music videos, digital media, and the rapid consumption of music instead of a steady rollout. ChaptersStories from the 90’s cruise The power of Edwin McCain The nostalgia of early MTV moments and favorite bands Insights on queer artists Lilith Fair, female singer-songwriters and representation Being a theater and variety show enthusiast and early influences The rise of MTV and music videos; early exposure to cable Early queer visibility through TV and music Coming out stories and personal growth Collecting vintage literature and the importance of tangible media Memories working at MTV, meeting legendary artists, and memorable interviews The decline of traditional cable TV, the evolution of music videos, and streaming era Transition from TV hosting to writing articles and books Reflections on writing "Party of One" and future projects The loss of physical media and its cultural impact Talking about the impact of curated collections on perceptionCurrent tanglesCelebrity crushes  

Tangled in Bittersweet Endings, Gratitude & Living Out Your Dreams (with Sherri Shepherd)

This week, Kyle is joined by Emmy winning host Sherri Shepherd, who shares her journey through comedy, television, and her new “Make it Make Sense” comedy tour. Sherri discusses the evolution of standup, the challenges of social media, her diverse roles, and her closeknit comedy community. She also shares the joys of having her own talk show and the bittersweetness of having it come to an end this year. Get your tickets to Sherri’s tour at sherrishepherd.com.Chapters Standup comedy craft and evolutionImpact of social media on comedyBalancing multiple entertainment rolesFriendship and collaboration in comedyChallenges and opportunities in TV hostingWork-life balance and career reflectionsUpcoming projectsCurrent tanglesRapid fire roles 

Tangled in Margaret, Maya, 'Scrubs' & a New Tour (with Joel Kim Booster)

This week, Joel Kim Booster opens up about his diverse career in comedy, acting, writing, and producing. He shares insights on his creative process, navigating the industry, and balancing personal life with professional projects, including his work on 'Fire Island' and the new 'Scrubs' revival. Joel also offers a preview of his new standup tour, heading across the country. Chapters Core love for writingGenerating standup materialInspirations Love for “biological mom” Margaret ChoNavigating personal and political themes in comedy The pressure to perform crowd work“Scrubs” revivalWorking with Maya Rudolph on “Loot” Current tangles