Literally! With Rob Lowe

Literally! With Rob Lowe

This is literally a podcast where people I love, admire, and know well will be in a safe space to really let their hair down (assuming they have any). I will cover the thoughtful to the extremely random. So join me and my guests from the world of movies, TV, sports, music, and culture for fun, wide-ranging, free-wheeling conversations. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Literally with Rob Lowe ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.

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June 8, 2026 54 mins

This week, we're looking back at Rob's 2023 conversation with "YOU" and "Gossip Girl" star Penn Badgley! They discuss their eerie similarities as well as Penn’s middle school tribulations, his journey from Gossip Girl to YOU, his meditation practice, and the mysterious TikTok algorithm. 

This episode originally aired in March 2023. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question fo...

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Terry and Rob love the grind! Actor and television host Terry Crews (America's Got Talent, Brooklyn Nine-Nine) joins Rob Lowe to discuss working with Sylvester Stallone, hosting “America’s Got Talent,” why Terry’s collaboration with Cadillac is so full-circle for him and his family, and a very honest conversation about addiction and treatment. Plus, stick around for a special Father’s Day Lowedown Line! This episode is brought to y...

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Rob and David both hiked Machu Picchu! The “Arrested Development” star and comedian David Cross joins Rob Lowe to discuss his experience in Peru with Bob Odenkirk, whether the best decade was the ’80s or ’90s, a quote from Winston Churchill, his new stand-up special, and much more.

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This week, we're looking back at Rob's 2021 conversation with the hilarious Gabriel Iglesias! The comedian joins Rob to discuss Tik Tok, compare notes on doing Family Guy, working with Steven Soderbergh, and Gabriel takes Rob on a virtual tour of an unusual collection. This episode originally aired in April 2021. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voi...

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May 21, 2026 63 mins

Actor and “SNL” alum Will Forte joins Rob Lowe to discuss the release of the long-awaited “Coyote vs. Acme” movie, their animated “Miami Vice” parody from years ago, and the advice they have received from acting greats. Will also shares why raising awareness for Huntington’s disease is a cause close to his heart. Plus, stay tuned for a special surprise cameo.

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Singer, songwriter, actor, and Dodgers super-fan Josh Groban joins Rob Lowe to discuss recording a song with his father for his new album, what it’s really like to perform the National Anthem at a baseball stadium, exchanging letters with musical theater legend Stephen Sondheim, his thoughts on the most recent Coachella music festival, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe...

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This week, we’re looking back on Rob’s interview with the multi-talented Paris Hilton! The two talked travel, growing up in front of the camera, retiring from clubbing, the Metaverse and her documentary "This is Paris.” This episode came out in June 2022.

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May 7, 2026 51 mins

Rob and Maury Povich are kindred spirits! The legendary broadcaster, best known for hosting the long-running talk show "Maury," joins Rob Lowe to discuss his new podcast, his wife, Connie Chung, his coverage of Rob back in the day, his good friend President George W. Bush and much more. This episode was recorded on April 17th. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob...

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April 30, 2026 48 mins

Rob is honored to be joined by Ellen Burstyn today! Legendary actress Ellen Burstyn (The Exorcist, Interstellar, The Last Picture Show, Requiem for a Dream) joins Rob Lowe to discuss the poem that saved her life, memories from shooting The Exorcist, her secrets to staying sharp at 93 years old, life-changing lessons from the genius acting teacher Lee Strasberg, handpicking Martin Scorsese for an early film, movie star jail, and muc...

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This week, we're looking back at Rob's 2021 conversation with Ron and Clint Howard! The brothers discuss family, creativity, and Hollywood in this wide-ranging conversation. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe!


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April 23, 2026 63 mins

Rob and Baz are Elvis super-fans! Iconic filmmaker Baz Luhrmann (director of The Great Gatsby, Moulin Rouge!, Elvis, and William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet) joins Rob to discuss his latest work, EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert, memories with some of the greats (including Barbara Streisand, Prince, Paul McCartney, and Elton John), the reflection between K-Pop group BTS and Elvis, learning how to ride horses in armor for his upcomin...

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This week, we're looking back at Rob's conversation with actress and television personality Valerie Bertinelli! The incredible conversation covers everything - Malibu hangs, roofing houses during the 80s actor's strike, and all the Van Halen DRAMA. On today's episode, you'll also find out how Valerie got her role on One Day at a Time, and the unique gift MJ gave Eddie after recording a solo on Beat It! This episode originally aired...

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It's a very special West Wing reunion! This week, we're looking back at Rob's 2020 conversation with legendary writer and director Aaron Sorkin, the writer of "The West Wing," as well as films like "The Social Network," "A Few Good Men," and "Molly's Game." They discuss the "West Wing" reunion special, their favorite episodes of the show, how Rob was cast as Sam Seaborn, a disastrous moment from the opening night of "A Few Good Men...

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April 9, 2026 68 mins

Mayor of Flavortown Guy Fieri talks with Rob Lowe about what makes for a classic American restaurant, his Hot Ones experience, starting a pretzel company as a kid, why running a restaurant is like producing a movie, America’s changing dining habits, his passion for mom and pop businesses, how he eats at home, and more.  


 

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April 2, 2026 38 mins

Rob loves talking music with great singer-songwriters! Legendary musician Bruce Hornsby (known for his Grammy-winning work with Bruce Hornsby and the Range, as well as touring with the Grateful Dead) joins Rob Lowe to discuss how music has changed so dramatically since the 1980s, cheesy morning radio hosts, Bruce’s new album, mailbox money, playing basketball with Allen Iverson, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on ...

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This week, we're looking back at Rob's 2024 conversation with his old friend, Robert Downey Jr! Rob is talking to his former high school classmate and longtime friend: the great Robert Downey Jr. Hear them discuss their shared memories from Santa Monica High School, surviving the 1980s, the genius of Christopher Nolan, and growing from setbacks. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Your question could get f...

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March 26, 2026 53 mins

It’s a Brat Pack reunion! Actor, director, and author Andrew McCarthy (St. Elmo’s Fire, Pretty in Pink, Weekend at Bernie’s) returns to Literally to discuss his new book about adult friendship, entering his sixties, the Brat Packers he surprisingly didn’t meet until recently (including Ralph Macchio!), his work in theater in Ireland, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! ...

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March 19, 2026 54 mins

Kevin and Rob have a lot of thoughts on comedy and getting older! The comedian and actor from Saturday Night Live and Happy Gilmore returns to Literally to discuss his new comedy special, not understanding most sports or movie references, Rob's recent black eye, learning how to better process your emotions, Rob’s original bachelor pad, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe...

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This week, we're looking back at Rob's 2021 conversation with the great Anthony Michael Hall! The two actors look back on their film careers and Hollywood in the 1980's. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. Your question could get featured on the show!


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March 12, 2026 48 mins

Tim and Rob could talk forever about comedy and music! The SNL legend and star of "DMV" on CBS returns to the podcast to discuss his new sitcom, the person who makes Tim laugh the most, the surprising fact that Rob has never been in an Adam Sandler movie, “Rainbow Connection,” and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551...

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