Hills I'd Die On with Taylor Cox

Welcome to Hills I'd Die On: a podcast where writer/comedian Taylor Cox invites guests to discuss and debate unpopular opinions they feel so strongly about, they'd be willing to die on a hill over them.

Comedy
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There's Never Been A Good Poem: Greg Gallant
Today we say goodbye to writer/comedian Greg Gallant (PERFECT HARMONY, SPEECHLESS, SON OF ZORN) who died on the hill of "There Has Never Been A Good Poem." Greg and Taylor chat rap, CATS, and poems about boners, before singing a song so breathtaking you'll wanna listen all over again. RIP Greg! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer Special thanks to Fran Fisher and The Poets Corner for sharing their knowledge/wisdom/poetry with us!!
44 min
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Jury Duty Is The Best: Fran Richter
Today we say goodbye to writer/actor Fran Richter (Insecure) who died on the hill of "Jury Duty Is The Best."Go listen to Fran's last words as she and Taylor chat jury duty with Sia, becoming pen pals with Louis Peitzman's mom, meeting your husband in court, and why we should all start getting excited to perform our civic duty. RIP Fran!
53 min
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Codependency Is Awesome: Ali Waller
Today we say goodbye to writer/producer Ali Waller (DICKINSON, LOVE, BIG MOUTH) who died on the hill of "Codependency Is Awesome." Go listen to Ali's hilarious last words about partnership/marriage + an amazing special appearance from her husband in a segment that will make even the most cynical of humans believe in love!
36 min
54
Phone Calls Are Emotional Terrorism: Alison Agosti
Today we say goodbye to writer/comedian Alison Agosti (Making History, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Late Night with Seth Meyers) who died on the hill of "Phone Calls Are Emotional Terrorism." Go listen to Alison's hilarious last words about why we need to stop calling each other + some fun alt ideas for what to do with your phone when you're drunk, RIP Alison! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
64 min
55
Jennifer Aniston & Brad Pitt Should NOT Get Bac...
Today we say goodbye to host/comedian Sarah Franklin (TRUST THE BACHELOR PROCESS) who died on the hill of "Jennifer Aniston & Brad Pitt Should NOT Get Back Together." Go listen to Sarah's hilarious last words about THE photo and the cosmic link that may or may not be forever connecting Jen and Brad, Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
57 min
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Girl Scout Cookies Are A Scam: Brig Muñoz-Liebo...
Today we say goodbye to writer/comedian Brig Muoz-Liebowitz (One Day At A Time, Diary Of A Future President, People Of Earth) who died on the hill of "Girl Scout Cookies Suck." Go listen to Brig's mind-blowing last words as she uncovers some hard truths about Girl Scouts Cookies and the Girl Scouts of America. RIP Brig! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
63 min
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Stop Asking Women When They're Having Kids: Liz...
Today we say goodbye to writer/comedian Liz Hackett (GEEK CHARMING, FALLING IN LOVE, LOVE GUARANTEED) who died on the hill of: "we need to stop asking women when they're having kids." Go listen to Liz's very real/thoughtful/hilarious last words as she and Taylor pitch on other things you can talk to a woman about that aren't having kids (Hint: it's periods). Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
50 min
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Hot People Are Smart And Funny: Hayley Marie No...
Today we say goodbye to actor/writer Hayley Marie Norman (ADAM RUINS EVERYTHING, COMEDY BANG BANG, TONE-DEAF) who died on a hill defending hot people everywhere. Go listen to Hayley's incredibly brave/noble/hilarious last words about hot biases, type casting, and sharing an eyebrow person with Meghan Markle. RIP Hayley! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
50 min
59
Being Old Is Awesome: Mike Royce
Today we say goodbye to writer/producer Mike Royce (ONE DAY AT A TIME, EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND) who died on the hill of "Being Old Is Awesome." Go listen to Mike's hilarious last words on aging and sex and learning Spanish and the many super powers that await us all with age. RIP Mike!! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Mike Carrier
43 min
60
Cats Are Snakes: Natalie Morales
Today we say goodbye to actor/director/writer Natalie Morales (Abby's, Parks & Rec, Bojack Horseman) who died on the hill of "Cats are Snakes." Go listen to Natalie's hilarious last words on animal science, conspiracy theories, and feline espionage. RIP Natalie! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Mike Carrier
32 min
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Disco Is The Best Music Genre: Andrew Law
Today we say goodbye to writer/actor Andrew Law (THE GOOD PLACE, SILICON VALLEY) who died on the hill of "disco is the best genre." Go listen to Andrew's last words on disco-only wedding dreams, the joy of "Mamma Mia," and the history of disco. Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
45 min
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Don't Tell Your Kids Santa Is Real: Ali Gusberg
Today we say goodbye to writer/comedian Ali Gusberg (FOREVER, COUPLE FRIENDS) who died on the hill of "Bad parents tell their kids Santa is real." Ali and Taylor take a controversial march down Santa Claus Lane to discuss holiday-themed childhood traumas, the psychology of lying to our children, and the *magic* of the holidays. Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
52 min
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TV Is Better Than Movies: Ashley Nicole Black
Today we say goodbye to actor/writer/comedian Ashley Nicole Black (A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW, BLESS THIS MESS, FULL FRONTAL WITH SAMANTHA BEE) who died on the hill of "TV is better than movies." Go listen to Ashley's controversial (and devastatingly articulate) last words about all things entertainment and Taylor's futile efforts to debate them. RIP Ashley! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
62 min
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Thanksgiving Stinks: Mike Schur
Today we say goodbye to writer/producer Mike Schur (The Good Place, Parks And Rec, The Office) who died on the hill of "Thanksgiving Stinks." Go listen to Mike's last words as he and Taylor debate turkey, tradition, and the future of the holidays. RIP Mike! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Mike Carrier
40 min
65
Juice Cleanses are Fake Healthy (Diets We've Tr...
Today we say goodbye to writer/actor Emily Goldwyn (AWKWAFINA, SMILF, SHERMAN'S SHOWCASE) who died on a hill covered in juice. Listen to Emily's last words as she and Taylor deep dive into their own dieting journeys and desperately try to get sponsored by Zen meal plans. RIP EMILY! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
67 min
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Surprise Parties are gaslighting / Communicatio...
Today we say goodbye to Melissa Hunter (SANTA CLARITA DIET, MAYA & MARTY) who died taking down surprises. Go listen to Melissas hilarious last words about making each other feel crazy + some horrifying surprise party fail stories . RIP Melissa! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
44 min
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Couples Shouldn't Live Together: Jennifer Levinson
Today we say goodbye to writer/actor Jennifer Levinson (TRIASSIC WORLD, SOLVE, BUZZFEED) who died trying to convince everyone not to live with their partners. Taylor and Jennifer get INTO IT about living with the people you love, and whether or not moving in with your S.O. means your relationship is doomed. RIP Jenn! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
49 min
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Horror Is The Best Genre/Don't Change The Alpha...
Today we say goodbye to writer/author Ben Blacker (HEX WIVES, THE WRITERS PANEL, THE ADVENTURES OF PUSS AND BOOTS) who died standing up for all things horror. Go listen to Ben's spooooky last words about the joys of being scared and why horror deserves more credit than it gets. RIP Ben! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
50 min
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Twins Should Be Separated At Birth / Name your ...
Today we say goodbye to Gilli Nissim (THE OTHER TWO, A.P. BIO) who died splitting up "unnatural freaks." Go listen to Gilli's hilarious last words on growing up with twin sisters + all things Mary Kate & Ashley Olsen. RIP Gilli! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
39 min
70
Brides Are Out Of Control / Derek Peth Should N...
Taylor says goodbye to comedian/author/host Kate Casey (REALITY LIFE WITH KATE CASEY) who died taking down party culture (+ a bonus mini hill of the hour on the new bachelor)! Go listen to Kate's last words on "birthday weeks", wedding mayhem, and the best way to confront a friend that's being a big ol' party diva. RIP Kate! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
40 min
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The Beach Is Overrated : Bridget Kyle
A day at the beach! How do you see it? The wind in your hair and the sand between your toes? Or the wind warping your towel and the sand in your mouth cuz you dropped your bagel sandwich!? In today's ep, Taylor is joined by writer/comedian Bridget Kyle (SUPERSTORE, THE GRINDER, MARRY ME) to discuss and debate just that. Give 'er a listen! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
38 min
72
Dog Allergies Aren't Real/ Dump Your Allergic B...
Taylor says goodbye to actor/comedian Niccole Thurman (SHRILL, A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW, THE OPPOSITION WITH JORDAN KLEPPER) who died trying to convince the world that dog allergies aren't real. Go listen to Niccole's last words about dog people, emotional support pets, and what to do if a loved one fakes an allergy to a "cute little sweetie". RIP Niccole! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
39 min
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Being Old Is Awesome: Mike Royce
Taylor is joined by writer/producer Mike Royce (ONE DAY AT A TIME, EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND, MEN OF A CERTAIN AGE) for a generational face off to debate the currency of youth and the many super powers that await us all with age. RIP Mike!! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Mike Carrier
42 min
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FRIENDS Ross And Rachel Were On A Break: Savann...
The one where Taylor is joined by writer/actor Savannah Rodin (THE BIG SHOW SHOW (Netflix), EXTREMELY WICKED, SHOCKINGLY EVIL AND VILE (Netflix)) who died defending the most controversial relationship in TV history. RIP Sav (and also Taylor who died of embarrassment after making a "the one where __" joke!!)!! BONUS: WHY ROSS SUCKS by Friends expert Jessica Connor (Chicago Shakespeare Theatre): 1. Lied about his and Rachel's annulment 2. Forced out of his job for anger issues 3. Absent father (is Ben alive?) 4. Tried to make out with his cousin one time 5. Co-founder of the I Hate Rachel Green Club 6. Had a monkey and let it run amok in other peoples apartments 7. Has a problem with his male nanny / with Ben playing with a doll 8. said the wrong name at his wedding 9. He gets some points back for his spray tan, leather pants, and seamless ability to get rid of his fake accent. 10. But otherwise he just sucks CREDITS: Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editing: Mike Carrier
34 min
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Disney's Live-Action Remakes Are Cancelled: Dan...
Taylor is joined by author/comedian/podcaster Dana Schwartz (CHOOSE YOUR OWN DISASTER, NOBLE BLOOD, THE WHITE MANS GUIDE TO WHITE MALE WRITERS OF THE WESTERN CANON) to take down Disney's live-action remakes while also begging Disney to buy their movies and cast them in Sleeping Beauty.
34 min