Shut Up I Love It

Romance writer Lore Fielding makes the case that writing ROMANCE NOVELS takes serious chop and deserves to be put on a pedestal.

Lore writes paranormal romance with sharp humor, cranky heroines, and horrifyingly handsome vampires. Her debut novel, Nightship, is coming in 2027.

Episode Links: Lore's IG Joe's Patreon

Remember when you could just call someone without texting first to see if it was okay? Toby Faulkner loves TALKING ON THE PHONE and thinks we should stop apologizing for calling a friend out of the blue.

Toby is a Brit living in LA who writes messy characters trying to hide from themselves. He loves big twists and laughing and crying in the same scene. 

Episode Links: Toby's Website Toby's IG Joe's Patreon

Writer Kristy Martino helps us appreciate MENOPAUSE, historically blamed on “the wandering womb” and said to make women “dull, unattractive, and cowlike.” Oh the good ole days!

Episode Links: Kristy's Website Joe's Patreon

Comedic screenwriter Hayley Gruenspan makes the case for REBECCA BLACK and her ongoing career post-Friday​, against all odds.

Episode Links: Theoretical Thrills Joe's Patreon

Not only did our guest writer J. A. Helling WORK AS A PROSECUTOR, she had fun doing it. Except that one last case, that had made her quit.

Episode Links: J. A.’s Website Joe's Patreon

What if DOOMSCROLLING isn't the problem... but the solution? Leave it to Spencer Frankerberger (The Infinite Husk, Hacks, NBC/Universal's Late Night With Chucky), a Greek-American actor/director and MT-BC obsessed with movies, theme parks (@theoreticalthrills), and sports.

Episode Links: Spencer's IG Theoretical Thrills Joe's Patreon

Finally, a guest brings on something CANCELLED! Comedy writer Coral (Carl) Rucker is here to defend AMERICAN PIE (1999), and he only saw the edited version...until recently.

Coral is currently working on his feature JESUS CAMP, a raunchy comedy about a group of teens on a mission to lose their virginity at a hyper-strict church camp.

Episode Links: Coral's IG Joe's Patreon

Brilliant yet nefarious lady reporter Damiana Garcia (Michael Lucid) is back to describe her affinity for WATCHING MOVIES ALONE. No one should get hurt... in theory. Episode Links: Michael's IG Joe's Patreon

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcast

Check-In Episode # 39: The spoiler tells it all!!

Why would a reasonable person like our guest, TV writer and comedian Lorraine DeGraffenreidt, love EMERGENCIES, for crying out loud? We dig deep -- we find out.

Come see Lorraine at Demon Blood Comedy Show 2 Year Anniversary September 2nd!

Episode Links: Demon Blood Comedy Joe's Patreon

TV comedy writer Rosie Borchert would like you to watch GROSS VIDEOS, even if they end up living in your head for the rest of the day.

Episode Links: Joe's Patreon

Pianist, composer, and teacher Dhiren Panikker is here to profess his love of JAZZ, the music that used to be popular but is now often considered difficult to access and too complicated. Dhiren is a co-owner of Innovation Music Studio, Inc.

Episode Links: Dhiren's IG Innovation Music Studio Dhiren on Spotify Joe's Patreon

Do you like sex? How about HAVING SEX WITH A FRIEND? ​To be clear, Peter Murphy ​i​s NOT talking about situationship. Peter is a Comedian and Broadcaster for Nearly Average Wrestling and GOAL USA. 

Episode Links: Peter's IG Peter's Standup Special Joe's Patreon

Comedians Lady Beaver and Rique of the sketch group City of Screwdale make the case for MAKING SKETCH COMEDY... aka creating weird things with your friends.

Episode Links: Lady Beaver IG Lady Beaver's Art IG City of Screwdale IG City of Screwdale YouTube Lady Beaver YouTube Lady Beaver TikTok City of Screwdale Reddit Joe's Patreon

Boys and girls, you're in for a treat! Our guest David Lang is here to share stories about how his commitment to HELPING OTHERS led him to an extraordinary career.

David is a retired USAF Nuclear Weapons Specialist and Special Agent and a retired USN GS-15 IT Systems Engineer. Today he serves as an Accredited VA Veteran’s Service Officer and the commander of American Legion Post 34 in Leesburg, VA.

Episode Links: Joe's Patreon

Writer Kristy Martino is here to proclaim her love of ROSEANNE (specifically, the TV series, not the person) and specifically, Seasons 1–8, not 9 or the reboot. A show about a working-class family and unconditional love, it's something we haven't seen before or since.

Episode Links: Kristy's Website Joe's Patreon

Writer J. A. Helling is back to help us appreciate the Netflix show SUPERGIRL, where the hero doesn’t need to be armed with a weapon​, just kindness and compassion.

Episode Links: J. A.’s Website Joe's Patreon

Screenwriter and content creator Callia Chuang makes the case for WAYMOS, the Gen-Z party bus.

Episode links: Callia's TikTok Callia's IG Joe's Patreon

Screenwriter and improviser Will Saunders opens up about his personal weight loss journey with the help of GLP-1 drugs.

Episode Links: Joe's Patreon

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcast

Check-In Episode # 38: A strange request that Sasha got. Saving a friend from moving vehicles. Joe's the social media hot tub star.

Writer J. A. Helling argues no TV show today handles social issues better than THE BIONIC WOMAN, the 1970s hit starring Lindsay Wagner.

J.A. Helling has been a Peace Corps Volunteer, a prosecutor, a professor, and a podcaster. Today she writes Science Fiction & Fantasy with Sapphic Pride and lives with two beloved cats who like to walk on her keyboard at critical moments.

Episode Links: J. A.’s Website Joe's Patreon

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcast

Check-In Episode # 37: The unveiling of the dirty ins and out of our podcast's workings.

Writer, performer and animator Conner Shin is making a case for FAST FOOD, and the joy of getting limited time items like Kpop Demon Hunter meals.

Episode Links: Joe's Patreon

Sydney Sterling is an associate literary agent and screenwriter who loves writing about what she knows -- angsty lesbians. She's here to tell us how she taught herself to STAY UP LATE.

Episode Links: Joe's Patreon Sasha's Script Anatomy Class

Comedian/actor Cory Jacob (Jimmy Kimmel Live! Sketches, America's Got Talent) thinks of VINTAGE STUFF as his way to learn about people things they cherished.

Episode Links: Yes Baby! Vintage Store Joe's Patreon

Dr. Kevin Toman, DVM, a veterinarian with 40 years of experience, is here to share his life’s passion: PET LONGEVITY. He covers vaccines, supplements, and other actionable ways to help our furry children to spend more time with us. Episode Links: Helping Pets Live Longer Dr. Kevin's IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Many people love GOSSIP, but only a brave few will admit it. Brazilian writer Mariana Trindade (Disney Plus) is here to defend what she considers the connective tissue of her culture. Episode Links: Mariana's IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Cristina Sasso is here, to discuss a film she loves -- A BRONX TALE (1993). It's a love story, but not between the two people you think. Cristina is a Panamanian Afro-Latina writer and director whose recent achievements include a CFA 2025 Breakthrough Award for her short film Rita’s Wish and Best Play for Float at the 2025 Brisk Fest. Episode Links: Cristina's IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Jay Hunter is back on the pod to call everyone slugs in the name of CONNER O'MALLEY, whose transgressive comedy satirizes the hell out of AI, the internet culture and especially, wealthy men driving fancy-ass cars. Episode Links: Pod Ween Satan Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Shadia Elise has been working as an ART MODEL for 23 years, though she prefers a term "figurative artist," a name that reflects the collaborative nature of her work and keeps her form being boxed in as an "object" for the artist. Episode Links: Shadia's IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Could ANIMAL WHISPERING be the way to find connection with rescue cats and dogs? Hear from our guest NiLoO Khodadadeh, an animal whisperer who is also a singer/songwriter, writer and comic. NiloO published her memoir in 2020 and is now working on her second book, The Art of Cat Socializing. Episode Links: NiLoO's Rescue IG Venmo for Rescues NiloO's Memoire NiloO's Website Special Guest NiLoO Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Whoa, how do we even know Ramona Shelburne, American sportswriter and NBA insider for ESPN? Listen to find out—and learn how being a working mom has made her better… well, at being an American sportswriter and NBA insider for ESPN. Ramona also shares about her friendship with the GOAT, Kobe Bryant. Episode Link: Ramona's IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website.

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcast

Check-In Episode # 36: A tense situation during the first Super Mario Bros movie. "Is this show is any good?"

To Jared Culp, LONG-DISTANCE RUNNING is painful -- you can't catch your breath, it is hard on your knees and hips -- but once you get that euphoria, you become addicted and have to do it again. "It's a discipline thing." Jared is a designer, writer, and educator whose work explores modern life and Black domesticity. He directed the short film Cicadas and creates projects across film, design, and writing that examine everyday life. Episode Links: Jared's IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website.

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcast

Check-In Episode # 35: The worst birthday ever. The vaguest biggest life changes you've ever heard about. Discussing writers using AI.

Writer, filmmaker, and comedian Kat Kvas defends SMALL TALK, something that just might be the solution to our lack of connection -- and it doesn't always have to be about the weather. Kat's writing has appeared in The New Yorker, The Onion, McSweeney’s and more. Her comedic short film, The Interns, premiered at HollyShorts last year and she most recently worked as a Creative Director at Netflix. Episode Links: Kat's IG, Kat's TikTok Kat's Website Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website.

Bryan Chamchoum brings us one of the greatest shows of all time: Genndy Tartakovsky’s PRIMAL Season 3, with the craziest premise ever. Bryan is a game designer and writer who bridges the gap between storytelling and interactive design. Episode Links: Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Hayley Gruenspan is an LA-based comedic screenwriter here to shine a spotlight on ANGIE TRIBECA, an insanely hilarious show that came out too early, back when not-very-funny dramedies ruled the television landscape. Episode Links: Hayley's (Private!) IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

Here’s a FREE PREVIEW of our latest Check-In Episode, aka "Shut Up Sasha and Joe." To hear more, head to https://www.patreon.com/c/ShutUpILoveItPodcast

Check-In Episode # 34: Meeting up in person for the first time in years. The origin of "Big D". The issues with Partiful. Joe's biggest trophy.

When she’s not writing her first novel or reviewing restaurants around the country for The Infatuation, writer and journalist Anne Loreto Cruz joins us to defend THE LEGEND OF KORRA. An evolution of Avatar: The Last Airbender, TLOK was seen by some as its ugly stepchild and had to prove itself every season just to get another one. Episode Links: Anne's IG Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website