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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Sports Are Bad: Kara Swisher
Today we say goodbye to journalist/host Kara Swisher (Recode Decode, Pivot, The New York Times) who died on the hill of "Sports Are Bad." Go listen to Kara's hilarious last words about suffering through kids sporting events, meeting Joe Montana on an airplane, and what it's like being "the only lesbian in America who hates sports."
36 min
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Floss Before You Brush: Yael Green
Today we say goodbye to writer/cartoonist Yael Green (SPACE FORCE, DICKINSON, ANGIE TRIBECA) who died on the hill of "You Should Floss Before You Brush." Yael and Taylor chat about dental criminals, Jessica Simpson brushing her teeth three times a week,and the great equalizer also known as poop. Editor: Will Witwe Music: Hayden Coplen Art: Mackenzie Moore
44 min
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Reality TV is Good For Women: Taylor Misiak & A...
Today we say goodbye to writer/host Alyssa Litman (Table Flipping with Alyssa & Taylor) & actor/host Taylor Misiak (Dave, American Vandal, Table Flipping with Alyssa & Taylor) who died on the hill of "Reality TV is Good For Women." Alyssa, Taylor, and Taylor chat double standards, Bethenny Frankel 2024, and why you should never trust a guy who looks down on reality TV. RIP Alyssa & Taylor!
44 min
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Boomers Need To Stay Home: Tom Cox
Taylor is joined by her dad, Tom Cox, to talk about why *some people* (dads!!) aren't staying home or taking COVID-19 (and social distancing) seriously. Tom & Taylor chat about quarantine, generational perspectives, and what to do when the FedEx guy offers you his pen. No one dies in this episode because there's too much of that happening outside. Please stay healthy (and home), everybody. Love you, Dad! Art: Mackenzie Moore Music: Hayden Coplen Editor: Will Witwer
52 min
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Shoes Should Be Off In The House: Sherry Cola
Today we're rereleasing one of our favorites featuring actor/comedian/human delight Sherry Cola (Good Trouble, I Love Dick, Claws) who died on the hill of "Shoes should be OFF in the house." Go listen to Sherry's hilarious last words about germaphobes and a sexually active lady bugs, and then please wash your hands and your feet and your bodies and stay inside safely listening to podcasts. RIP Sherry!Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer
37 min
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Animation Is Superior (and deserves your respec...
Today we say goodbye to writer/producer Shea Fontana (DC Super Hero Girls, Batman: Overdrive, Polly Pocket) who died on the hill of "Animation is Superior." Go listen to Shea's IMPORTANT last words as she and Taylor discuss the stigmas surrounding writing for animation (and kids) and why the art form deserves a lot more g.d. respect. RIP Shea!
35 min
57
L.A. is better than New York (But Chicago...): ...
Today we say goodbye to comedian Hannah Einbinder (The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, JFL New Faces) who died on the hill of "LA is better than New York." Go listen to Hannah's delightful/hilarious last words that will undoubtedly put this age ol' debate to bed once and for all. RIP Hannah!
46 min
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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
60
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
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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
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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
63
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
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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
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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
72
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
75
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