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289 - Shtetl Grifter Vibes with Michael Foote

Now wait a minute. We have a real GET this week, pardon me. This week we're joined in The Carriage House by our new best friend, the TikTok lawyer himself, Michael Foote! Michael is an immigration and criminal defense attorney known for his day-in-the-life of a New York lawyer videos on TikTok. Not only is he whip smart and hilarious, but his work in federal court for detained migrants and extensive activist litigation in detention centers has brought him to the forefront of the immigration conversation in the US. He's also host of the podcast BRIEF RECESS. Listen wherever you get your podcasts! Michael, Ronna (& Bryan) give advice on helping a woman get her husband "a life" and how to recognize whether you're curating your life or running away from your problems. After hearing this week's episode, we promise you won't take the Fifth. Sponsor: Nutrafol is the #1 dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement, and for good reason, pardon me. Go to nutrafol.com and use code BRYAN for $10 off your first month's subscription. Try it for yourself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

288 - Captain Bonesy's Seafood Shanty

It's just Ronna (& Bryan) this week for a Carriage House Catch-Up and two very different questions. Jenny Zigrino's episode garnered a LOT of fun comments, and we even got a follow-up from the author of "Washington's Gay General!" Then we shift our attention to two dilemmas, one involving a forced lockdown with a married fling and the other with a porch light that just won't quit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

High Opinions On Low Things: The 2026 Carriage House Oscars Special with Kate Aurthur & Adam B. Vary (Sneak Peek)

Hooray for Hollywood! The Oscars are nearly upon us, and once again we've got our favorite Tinseltown insiders with us to share their expert opinions on the Academy Awards. Ronna (& Bryan) are joined by Kate Aurthur and Adam B. Vary, and together they tackle the tough questions of who they think will win, who they think should win, who they think was snubbed, and much, much more. Will this be Timmy's year? Or is it the year of Michael B.? Let us help you win your office Oscar pool with confidence!  This is just a tiny sneak peek at our Oscars Special. For the FULL episode, join us at the Romper Room or Private Reserve levels on Patreon! patreon.com/askronna Sponsor: When Ronna heard Jones Road Beauty was a new sponsor of the show, she lit up. She LOVES Jones Road, and their miracle balm is just that...a miracle! Modern day make up that's clean, strategic, and multi-functional for effortless routines. Go to jonesroadbeauty.com and use code RONNA for a FREE Shimmer Face Oil with your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

287 - Zigrino, You're Off the Force! with Jenny Zigrino

This week we're pleased to welcome an absolutely delightful guest into The Carriage House. It's comedian and writer Jenny Zigrino! You know Jenny from her countless stand-up appearances on Comedy Central, Netflix, HBO, MTV, and so many other places. She's now on tour with dates in Denver, Boston, New Jersey, and more. And if that wasn't enough, she's written a play based on the true story of a gay Prussian Revolutionary War general that sounds like a blast! For all the details, follow her on Insta or go to jennyzigrino.com  Jenny helps Ronna (& Bryan) give advice on a particularly nosy neighbor and being happy for an in-law's nuptials when then weren't exactly supportive of your own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

286 - Brought To You By Nobody's Business

We're "keeping it at the resort" this week with a Carriage House Catch-Up. After some talk about the new Wuthering Heights movie and why you never want an Emirati to call the police on you, Ronna (& Bryan) give advice on navigating a rocky relationship between friends, proper houseguest etiquette, and what to do when your coworker keeps bringing their noisy dog to work. Sponsor: See visibly thicker, stronger, faster growing hair with Nutrafol! Go to nutrafol.com and use code BRYAN for $10 off your first month's subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices