Va Va VOOM with EJ Cameron

We're making history with our first repeat offender! Layne Dixon joins us for a wine-fueled catch-up full of questionable childhood memories, true crime rabbit holes, and the ever-blurring line between scary and horny.We discuss all things that are sexy: parallel play, getting lice, and... Florida? Layne takes us through her surreal trip to visit her father and explores grief in the most real and beautiful way. Grief isn't just loss, sometimes it's a hotel bar full of strangers, a possible angel, and a kiss that brings you back to yourself.It's horny, it's heartfelt, it's hot. And honestly, we just can't wait to tell you!!Subscribe to Layne's Substack here!Check out The Icon Astrology here!(P.S. If you want the video version, we have all the video episodes of the pod uploaded to our YouTube here!)

"I thought you looked so much older!!"For our very special "50th" episode (WE HAD SCHEDULING CONFLICTS OKAY), we're handing the mic to the person who's been listening to our tangents, witnessing our chaos, and quietly judging our takes for nearly two years: our producer, Shelby Steele!Shelby joins Leila and Hannah in the hot seat, bringing some Gen Z perspective to our millennial nonsense, sharing the unexpected joys of being engaged and planning a wedding, and asking herself a big question: What could she create if she stopped holding herself back?We're talking childhood photo poses (you can thank Hannah's mom for the head tilt), romantasy audiobooks, the generational divide, and learning to make things just for the joy of making them.It's a little behind-the-scenes, a little existential, and a lot of making fun of Joey wearing the producer hat...As always, we're consuming, contemplating, and getting curious. And this time, our producer can't wait to tell you!!

What exactly makes someone "Va-Va VOOM"?? Is it boobs? Is it butt? Is it confidence? Is it gumption?!? And most importantly... can a MAN have VAVAVOOM?This week, Leila and Hannah are joined by comedian, actor, improviser, and world famous butt EJ Cameron! They cover body image to improv, childhood tv to Amsterdam’s red light district, Parisian baguettes, creative burnout, and the importance of giving yourself a little credit.Of course, EJ gets thrown directly into the deep end as he weighs in (against his will) on their ever-evolving Va Va Voom classification system. Then we get into EJ’s infamous "Bottomless Brunch" blackout, his experience performing comedy and improv in Chicago, and why his ass has apparently become a recognizable part of the city (no, he does NOT do photos!)To end, just because Summer has come to a close doesn't mean you can't get the girls out!Comment if you are Va Va Voom, Boop, Gumption, or other!Watch the pod on YouTube here!

This week, we’re joined by comedian and Second City performer Annie Sullivan, and honestly, we could have talked to her for approximately 47 more hours!!!Annie tells us about growing up as a painfully shy theater kid and why she portrayed a shockingly accurate Anne Frank in the high school play. Then things take a turn toward gender, sexuality, body hair, and the complicated line between “hot cool boy haircut” and “Kate Gosselin.” Plus: Lollapalooza crushes (Hannah might come out in this one!), IVF realities, living alone, possible narcolepsy, and the eternal question: are you your body or do you have a body?Basically, Annie is a delight, we learn a lot, and we spend an unreasonable amount of time talking about waxing, nepo babies, and haircuts... and we can't wait to tell you about it!

HAVE YOU WATCHED HANNAH IN TED LASSO YET???Today, we’re hanging out with actor and Chicago comedy legend Jake Prizant! Jake takes us behind the scenes of landing roles on Hulu's Deli Boys, auditioning when you have absolutely no idea if anything is ever going to happen, and what it’s actually like trying to make it as an actor. Plus, we get into his connection to the Chicago comedy scene, his questionable history with dogs, and the very important question we KNOW you've been curious about: why do men want to own boats so badly?We’re also revisiting Farmer Wants A Wife, convincing you that Lollapalooza sucks, curly hair routines, and Crocs. Basically, the perfect combination of pop culture, questionable life decisions, and completely unnecessary Google research.Fair warning on this one: the dog does explode...

“What is up with HBO and inc*st?!??”This week, Leila and Hannah are blessed with the presence of comedian Jillian Ebanks! We start with talks of Shroom Girl Summer and flies to the world of dragons (GOT & HOTD SPOILERS!), fantasy, dating in Chicago, and some truly unhinged hypotheticals.The three swap stories about Fourth of July adventures, bond over their love of Game of Thrones, relive iconic movie moments (we WISH we were in Princess Diaries), and debate everything from first dates to what makes a night out memorable. Truly this is one of those episodes where every tangent somehow tops the last.Whether you're here for the nerdy references, the dating stories, or to learn if your man’s reaction to magic is a red flag, this episode is packed with the kind of conversations you'll immediately want to send to the group chat.Jillian’s Venmo: @Jillian-Ebanks To watch more of our episodes, check out full video on our YouTube!

"I have a Major in Gay with a Minor in Useless"This week, Leila and Hannah sit down with actor, writer, comedian, and certified delightful human Parker Callahan! He is the creator of the multimedia solo show Soda Pop, community organizer, and apparently six degrees away from every gay person on Earth.The trio dives into everything from lottery-winning strategies and the emotional devastation of losing a farmhouse sink to why old reality TV was infinitely better before everyone was trying to become an influencer. They also unpack Parker's creative journey building Soda Pop, why leaving improv behind can actually open new creative doors, the surprisingly emotional decision to get a roommate in your 30s, and whether algorithms have permanently ruined human taste.Along the way they discuss British audiences, Four Weddings, cursed bachelor apartments, Pride Month, millionaire fantasies, Jersey Mike's beach sandwiches, BLTs, Duke's mayo, and the very important question: when did we stop letting humans curate culture?If you've ever wondered whether you'd take the lump sum, why everyone's apartment deserves a Room Raiders episode, or if moving backward can actually be moving forward, this one's for you.

"Pregnant women have been drinking Doctor Pepper for decades."This week, Hannah and Leila sit down with Eleanor Sheers, founder of Forth Studio to talk about the bold leap that turned an idea into one of Chicago's most beloved movement communities. From taking risks as an entrepreneur to trusting her instincts when no clear roadmap existed, Eleanor shares what it really takes to build something from the ground up.A business is not the only thing she's creating! Eleanor also shares the realities of pregnancy that no one warned her about: the physical changes, emotional surprises, shifting identity, and the complicated feelings that can exist alongside excitement and gratitude. It's a candid discussion about motherhood, expectations, and what happens when life-changing experiences don't always look the way you imagined.Whether you're dreaming of starting a business, preparing for parenthood, or simply figuring out your next chapter, this episode is a reminder that growth often begins before we feel ready.If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and share it with someone who can't wait to tell you something!

"When does 🐓 in my mouth come in?"It’s just Hannah and Leila this week, and somehow that means we cover EVERYTHING! From grief and psychic predictions to dating app disasters, what can we say? We contain multitudes.Fresh off Hannah’s 34th birthday, the girls recap a truly iconic celebration featuring a Beyoncé Freakum Dress dance class and getting out of your comfort zone with your friends. They also get into what it means to let yourself be celebrated, building community in your 30s, and why birthdays hit differently after years of loss and growth.From there, they discuss Conversations on Love by Natasha Lunn and how hard things happening in your life doesn’t mean you have a bad life. The girls unpack friendship, anger, and the idea that not all loss has to be traumatic.Plus: Leila shares highlights from her psychic reading, Hannah wonders why she’s been permanently exiled from both Uber and Hinge, and a summer goal emerges that may or may not involve becoming “The Bumble Spanker.”Come for the life updates, stay for the 🐓 tickles.Follow the pod on instagram @icantwait2tellu !Watch the pod on Youtube here!

Pop open the wine!It's a late night pod recording with comedian, actor, editor, and longtime bestie Jesse Kendall for a giggle-filled episode! We pour into apocalypse prep, Vegas strip clubs, B12 injections, ugly-hot hookups, and childhood snack trauma all in one sitting.Hannah shares what it was like filming an emotionally intense short film and becoming numb to flashing a crew. It opens up to self-image on camera and what it feels like to stop viewing your body as something decorative and start viewing it as a tool for art.We also get into growing up with weird pantry rules, Michigan weed, and why airports feel inherently romantic and horny at the same time.Jesse opens up about his B12 deficiency journey, Jersey Mike's commercials, and preparing for the end of the world like a beautiful little apocalypse pirate.Basically, tune in to get trapped at a sleepover with three comedians who are way too comfortable with each other. If you love messy conversations, oversharing, friendship chemistry, comedy podcasts, behind-the-scenes acting stories, and spirals that somehow become deeply philosophical, this one is for you.Comment your favorite childhood snack!!!Follow the pod on Instagram @icantwait2telluWatch the pod on Youtube here!