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.
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
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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
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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
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Shoes Should Be Off In The House: Sherry Cola
Taylor is joined by actor/comedian Sherry Cola (Good Trouble, I Love Dick, Claws) to debate shoe culture, germaphobes, and a sexually active lady bug epidemic that's apparently sweeping the nation.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Will Witwer
37 min
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Is A Perfect Film:...
Taylor is joined by writer/comedian Shaun Diston (ROBBIE, ABBY'S, WRECKED) to debate TMNT nostalgia, April O'Neil (the reporter & porn star), and all things turtles in a half shell. Cowabunga Dudes.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Rob O'Connor
35 min
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Ginny Weasley is the worst character in Harry P...
JK Rowling disappeared from the internet on January 10, 2019, but writer/comedian Claude Zeins thinks she died long before that. Go listen to Taylor and Claude discuss Harry Potter conspiracy theories, the life (and death!?) of JK Rowling, and whether or not guinea pigs (Ginny Pigs?!) can tell the future.Art: Mackenzie MooreEditor: Mike CarrierMusic: Hayden Coplen
42 min
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Speaker Phone In Public Is Rude: Nelson Franklin
Taylor is joined by actor/comedian Nelson Franklin (ABBY'S, VEEP, BLACK-ISH) to debate cell phone habits, cancel culture, and the proper punishments for people out there who are "criminally annoying."
Art: Mackenzie Moore
Editor: Steven Kanter
Music: Hayden Coplen
30 min
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Going To The Movies Is Trash: Lauren Ashley Smith
Taylor is joined by writer/comedian Lauren Ashley Smith (HBO's A BLACK LADY SKETCH SHOW) to discuss movie etiquette, popcorn culture, and how to make the movies less *trash*.Art: Mackenzie MooreEditor: Steven KanterMusic: Hayden Coplen
34 min
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Vegetarians Are Bad People: Josh Malmuth
Taylor (a vegetarian) is joined by writer/producer Josh Malmuth (Abby's, New Girl, knows Taylor is a vegetarian) to debate social etiquette, steak dinners, and the end of the world.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Steven Kanter
34 min
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Adults Who Love Disney Are Unwell: Niki Schwart...
Taylor is joined by writer/director Niki Schwartz-Wright (Abby's, Speechless, The Office) to debate theme parks, furries, and the most magical place(s) on Earth.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Steven Kanter
31 min
90
Black Licorice Is For Losers: Yassir Lester
Taylor is joined by writer/actor/comedian Yassir Lester (Black Monday, Comedy Central) to debate taste, social hierarchies, and foods that make you wanna f*ck.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Mike Carrier
44 min
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Novels Are Bad: Noah Garfinkel
Taylor is joined by writer/comedian Noah Garfinkel (Abby's, Single Parents, New Girl) to debate all things reading and whether or not twitter is better than books.
34 min
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The Left Lane Is For Passing Only: Hayden Coplen
Taylor is joined by musician Hayden Coplen (Sir Sly) to debate traffic laws, driving etiquette, and the wild things we do to save time.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Mike Carrier
31 min
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Cats Are Snakes: Natalie Morales
Taylor is joined by actor/director/writer Natalie Morales (Abby's, Parks and Rec, Bojack Horseman) to debate animal science, conspiracy theories, and feline espionage.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Mike Carrier
32 min
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Thanksgiving Stinks: Mike Schur
Taylor is joined by Emmy award-winning writer/producer Mike Schur (The Good Place, Parks and Rec, The Office) to discuss turkey, tradition, and the future of the holidays.Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Mike Carrier
39 min
95
Men Should Not Be Gynecologists: Chelsea Devantez
Taylor is joined by Chelsea Devantez (Bless This Mess, Abby's) to discuss sexism and bedside manner while celebrating all things vagina. Thanks for listening!
39 min
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The Bachelor Is The Best Way To Find Love: Alex...
Taylor is joined by writer/comedian Alex Franklin (Trust The Bachelor Process) to debate love, reality television, and whether or not milk is gross (hint: IT'S NOT).Art: Mackenzie MooreMusic: Hayden CoplenEditor: Mike Carrier
40 min
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Coming Soon: Hills I'd Die On
Welcome to Hills I'd Die On: A podcast where host/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. A new episode will be available every Tuesday on Spotify, Apple and everywhere else you normally listen to podcasts. Check it out!