Wife of the Party

Cathy, Kirsten, and I are back for book club and this time we read Gerald’s Game by Stephen King. The story follows a woman who ends up handcuffed to a bed after her husband suddenly dies, leaving her completely alone with her thoughts and memories. We break down what we liked, what didn’t work for us, and whether this book holds up decades after it was first published. We also talk about listening to the audiobook versus reading the book, Stephen King’s writing style, and some of the bigger themes in the story.

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Our Next book club will be Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic by Bunnie Xo

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LeeAnn Kreischer talks to friends about marriage, family, and being married to the life of the party, comedian Bert Kreischer!

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Bert and I talk about our “sleep divorce,” or what we like to call sleep maxxing. We share what led us to this setup, including Bert’s snoring and our very different sleep habits. We also talk about how making this change has actually improved our lives and helped us get the rest we need while still staying connected as husband and wife. It turns out sleep divorce is more common than people think, especially for couples entering the empty nester phase.

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Our Next book club will be Gerald’s Game by Stephen King 

Amazon - https://amzn.to/4q7M71HBook Shop - https://bookshop.org/a/97615/9781501144202

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Call (818) 949-8536 to leave a voicemail with a question for LeeAnn (and sometimes Bert) that might be answered in a future episode!

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LeeAnn Kreischer talks to friends about marriage, family, and being married to the life of the party, comedian Bert Kreischer!

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Brianna LaPaglia, social media star and host of Plan Bri Uncut, joins me to share her journey from a pre-med student to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in digital media. She opens up about how she landed her role at Barstool, the rapid rise that followed, and how much her life has changed over the past five years. Through the highs and the challenges, Brianna reflects on what she’s learned and why she’s now focused on prioritizing herself and defining what she wants next. It’s an honest conversation about ambition, growth, and taking control of your own path.

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---------------------------------------------------Our Next book club will be Gerald’s Game by Stephen King 

Amazon - https://amzn.to/4q7M71HBook Shop - https://bookshop.org/a/97615/9781501144202

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Call (818) 949-8536 to leave a voicemail with a question for LeeAnn (and sometimes Bert) that might be answered in a future episode!

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LeeAnn Kreischer talks to friends about marriage, family, and being married to the life of the party, comedian Bert Kreischer!

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Steph Tolev joins me for a bold and hilarious conversation about everything from freezing fat cells to shutting down hecklers during crowd work. We dive into what life on tour is really like for her and talk about filming her special Filth Queen, which had me on the edge of my seat the entire time. Steph also opens up about getting married, what that next chapter looks like, and whether starting a family is part of her plan. It’s honest, outrageous, and exactly what you’d expect from Steph.

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Our Next book club will be Gerald’s Game by Stephen King 

Amazon - https://amzn.to/4q7M71HBook Shop - https://bookshop.org/a/97615/9781501144202

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Call (818) 949-8536 to leave a voicemail with a question for LeeAnn (and sometimes Bert) that might be answered in a future episode!

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Stream LUCKY on Netflix https://www.netflix.com/title/81713944

PERMISSION TO PARTY WORLD TOUR is on sale now: http://www.bertbertbert.com/tour

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LeeAnn Kreischer talks to friends about marriage, family, and being married to the life of the party, comedian Bert Kreischer!

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FOLLOW LEEANN:

Facebook▶ https://www.facebook.com/wifeotp 

Instagram▶ https://www.instagram.com/leeannkreischer 

iTunes▶ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-of-the-party/id1343348729 

Official Website & MERCH▶ https://www.wifeotp.com

Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast!

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Erin Maguire returns to the podcast for a catch-up after our last conversation when she had just made it home from a frightening travel experience. This time, Erin shares stories from her early twenties, including a string of questionable dating experiences that taught her a lot about trust and relationships. We also talk about the stand-up comedy world, why Los Angeles is such an important place for comedians to grow, and the strong sense of community that exists in the LA comedy scene. It’s a funny, honest conversation about learning, evolving, and finding your place.

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Our Next book club will be Gerald’s Game by Stephen King 

Amazon - https://amzn.to/4q7M71HBook Shop - https://bookshop.org/a/97615/9781501144202

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Call (818) 949-8536 to leave a voicemail with a question for LeeAnn (and sometimes Bert) that might be answered in a future episode!

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Fully Loaded at Sea 2026 Presale bertkreischercruise.com/presale

Stream LUCKY on Netflix https://www.netflix.com/title/81713944

PERMISSION TO PARTY WORLD TOUR is on sale now: http://www.bertbertbert.com/tour

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LeeAnn Kreischer talks to friends about marriage, family, and being married to the life of the party, comedian Bert Kreischer!

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FOLLOW LEEANN:

Facebook▶ https://www.facebook.com/wifeotp 

Instagram▶ https://www.instagram.com/leeannkreischer 

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Official Website & MERCH▶ https://www.wifeotp.com

Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast!

#wifeoftheparty #podcast #leeannkreischer #bertandleeann #erinmaguire #standupcomedy #secondcity #comedian #femalecomedians 

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