Wham Bam Thank You Pam

This week on Wham Bam Thank You Pam, I sit down with Carla Ondrasik—former music publishing exec turned creative mentor and author of the upcoming book Stop Trying! Carla spent decades helping artists like Barbra Streisand, Mariah Carey, Cher, and her husband (Five for Fighting's John Ondrasik) climb the charts. Now, she’s helping the rest of us ditch the word “try” and start doing. We talk fear, procrastination, how to eat th...

Pam sits down with Israeli activist, comedian, and viral content creator Uri Cohen—who proves that fighting antisemitism can be funny, chaotic, and wildly effective. From his start as a hilariously bad IDF medic to launching JewUri (his matchmaking page that’s made actual Jewish babies), Uri shares the outrageous story behind his rise as a digital disruptor. They dive into his controversial clothing brand “Sexual Zionism,” his expe...

Today’s guest has defused bombs in war zones, served undercover for the NYPD, and—most impressive of all—dated me. I sit down with Mark DeSimone, a decorated vet and former cop with a jaw-dropping resume and a history of chaos, courage, and second chances. We talk serving in Iraq, addiction, 9/11, naked arrests, and what it’s like to be on both sides of the law. From Mad Dog 2020 to Homeland Security, this episode is as intense as ...

In this episode of Wham Bam Thank You Pam, Pam sits down with modern abstract artist Julian Castro—who ditched a six-figure engineering gig designing ocean-floor oil systems to paint shirtless in a Miami studio. They talk imposter syndrome, quitting the corporate world, selling your soul (or your painting), and why art might actually be a necessity. From Snoopy closets to cow tipping, it’s an honest, hilarious, and inspiring conver...

Pam sits down with Miami nightlife legend Ingrid Casares—club queen, entrepreneur, and the woman who ran the '90s from behind the velvet rope. From co-owning the iconic Club Liquid to partying (and later parenting) through it all, Ingrid opens up about her wild past, her high-profile friendship with Madonna (yes, she’s in that sex book), and what it’s really like to buy celebs blow… while staying sober. They also talk relapses...

Pam sits down with Dr. Lee Gibstein, a seasoned South Florida plastic surgeon, for his very first podcast interview. They dive into the rise of Zoom-face panic, Ozempic-induced sagging, and why some patients need a psychiatrist more than a scalpel. From avoiding overfilled faces to turning away unstable clients, Dr. Gibstein dishes out dry humor and brutally honest takes on what’s gone too far in the world of aesthetics. Plus, Pam ...

Pam sits down with Wade Houston—former 10X Health president, mindset mentor, and unapologetic truth-teller—for a raw, no-filter convo on addiction, ego death, and building a life worth waking up early for. They cover everything from getting drugged and robbed by a hooker to baking cookies for AA meetings, the myth of “California sober,” why spiritual routines beat snooze buttons, and what kind of woman makes it past his brutal DM c...

Pam Gaslow sits down with veteran divorce attorney Larry Greenberg, who's spent over 30 years watching love implode—legally. They dive into the pettiest courtroom drama, the real reasons couples call it quits, and why prenups might just be the most romantic document you'll ever sign. From emotional warfare to who gets the dog, Larry shares wild stories, sharp insights, and surprisingly heartfelt advice for anyone brave en...

Comedian, actor, and artist Brady Matthews joins Pam for a chaotic, hilarious, and slightly inappropriate first-date-that’s-actually-a-podcast. They cover everything from dating disasters and mile-high mayhem to stalkers, stand-up bombs, and sponge trauma. Brady talks about getting passed at The Comedy Store, auditioning for SNL, and why he’s retiring single-guy material for a more “dad” vibe. Pam tries to keep it professional—but ...

Pam Gaslow interviews Andy Behrman, the author of Electroboy, a memoir detailing his experiences with bipolar disorder, the challenges of seeking help, and the journey of self-discovery through writing. The discussion covers their friendship, the process of writing the book, and the importance of honesty in telling one's story. Andy shares his experiences with ECT, legal troubles related to art counterfeiting, and reflections ...

In this episode of Wham Bam Thank You Pam, Pam is joined by Tania Hudson, a sex and intimacy coach and sexologist from California. Tanya discusses helping individuals and couples with everything from sexual dysfunction to exploring kinks and enhancing intimacy. They talk about the importance of communication in relationships, the role of shame in sexual issues, and how mismatched libido can affect couples. Tania shares her journey ...