You Made It Weird with Pete Holmes

Pete Holmes

Summary

Join comedian Pete Holmes for a long-form, deeply human exploration of what it actually means to be alive. On You Made It Weird, Pete sits down with a diverse roster of guests—ranging from fellow stand-up icons and writers to spiritual teachers and historians—to peel back the layers of the human experience. Whether he is dissecting the intricacies of the comedy craft with veteran performers or diving into the mysteries of consciousness and non-duality, the conversations are consistently marked by a rare blend of sharp humor, intellectual curiosity, and radical vulnerability. A standout feature of the show is the recurring We Made It Weird segment, where Pete and his wife, Valerie, engage in candid, free-flowing check-ins that feel like a seat at the dinner table. These episodes, alongside his interviews, touch on the universal struggle to balance the professional masks we wear with our authentic, messy inner lives. Together, they navigate the complexities of modern relationships, the bizarre impact of technology on our social dynamics, and the constant, often hilarious, evolution of identity as we age. With his signature mix of playful tangents and soulful inquiry, Pete creates a space where nothing is too weird to discuss. It is a show for anyone who values honest connection and enjoys finding the profound beauty hidden within our most awkward, relatable, and human moments.

Updated Jul 8, 2026

Episodes

Alistair Ogden

Jul 8, 20261h 50m

Canadian comedian Alistair Ogden on the vulnerabilities of breakup comedy, codependency, and the chaos of being human.

We Made It Weird #257

Jun 26, 20261h 7m

Unpacking generational trauma, the evolution of humor, and the shared experiences of cycle-breaking parenting.

Ryan Sickler Returns

Jun 24, 20261h 34m

Ryan Sickler joins to discuss aging, health, and a wild range of observations on modern surveillance and security.

We Made It Weird #256

Jun 19, 20261h 4m

Reflecting on the vulnerability of being a performative blowhard while striving for humble growth and genuine connection.

Dan Mintz

Jun 17, 20261h 42m

Dan Mintz talks about his deadpan delivery, writing for animated shows, and why his stand-up style feels like magic.

We Made It Weird #255

Jun 12, 20261h 2m

Explore the thin line between cool and cringe while dissecting awkward sex scenes and the art of the perfect handshake.

Kate Bowler

Jun 10, 20262h 0m

Historian Kate Bowler unpacks our culture’s exhausting obsession with self-optimization, manifesting, and toxic joy.

We Made It Weird #254

Jun 5, 20261h 12m

Processing anxiety and the exhaustion of maintaining a charismatic public persona versus your vulnerable inner self.

Rupert Spira

Jun 3, 20261h 42m

Discover the nature of consciousness and find relief from the burden of separation through the lens of non-duality.

We Made It Weird #253

May 29, 20261h 7m

The nuance of platonic intimacy, the pitfalls of friendship dating, and why sex complicates every connection.

Sheng Wang

May 27, 20261h 33m

Sheng Wang explores how finding grounding and peace in the minutiae of daily life can lead to true creative success.

We Made It Weird #252

May 22, 20261h 12m

Deep dives into the vulnerability of authentic laughter, the aging body, and the joy of finding media we actually love.

Maya Hawke

May 20, 20261h 52m

Maya Hawke unpacks the pressures of fame, the weight of parental legacy, and the pursuit of artistic fulfillment.

We Made It Weird #251

May 15, 20261h 24m

A deep dive into childhood skincare gimmicks leads to a furious rant against the insidious design of mobile games.

Sarah Chalke

May 13, 20261h 52m

Sarah Chalke opens up about the vulnerability of acting, audition disasters, and learning to finally slow down.

We Made It Weird #250

May 8, 20261h 21m

Valerie and Pete unpack the pressure of performing, navigate the complexities of marriage, and riff on AI as Nexium.

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