The incredible Heather McMahan joins Kyle for the 50th episode of “The Tangle with Kyle Ridley.” The comedic powerhouse reflects on her winding journey to success, the impact of COVID-19 on her career, early influences, and her relentless work ethic. Heather shares her aspirations for the future, including scripted projects and her third comedy special. She also addresses the challenges of navigating public scrutiny and the importance of political commentary in her work, all while maintaining a light-hearted and humorous perspective. Heather discusses the cathartic nature of her podcast, the importance of family, her constant wanderlust, struggles with sleep, and how she maintains hope during challenging times.

Chapters

• Social media success
• The impact of Covid on career
• Comedy roots and influences
• The hustle and work ethic
• Vision boarding
• Comedy landscape
• Politics and outspokenness
• Handling public scrutiny
• New comedy special
• The catharsis of podcasting
• Family and personal growth
• Travel dreams and culinary adventures
• Current tangles
• Hope in dark times

This week, John Hill shares his journey from a conservative Texas upbringing to becoming a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. He discusses the challenges of growing up in a religious household, the impact of bullying, and the importance of finding community through theater. John reflects on the significance of media representation, his career in Broadway and television, and the influences of artists like Tori Amos. He opens up about his sobriety journey, body positivity, and the importance of self-acceptance as he navigates his life and career.

Chapters

• Conservative upbringing
• Navigating bullying and being an outcast
• Coming out and family dynamics
• Reflections on generational differences in the LGBTQIA+ community
• Theatre career and Broadway experiences
• Creative writing and comedy
• Musical influences
• Meeting and dating Andy Cohen
• Celebrity crushes
• Dating life
• Working in reality TV
• The art of interviewing
• Dream guests and starstruck moments
• The “Housewives” phenomenon
• Sobriety journey
• Body-positivity and self-acceptance
• Upcoming book
• Current tangles

Actress and director Lennon Parham shares her journey from Southern roots to becoming a prominent figure in comedy and television. She discusses her early education, the influence of her family, and her transition into the world of improv and writing. Lennon reflects on her deep friendship and creative partnership with Jessica St. Clair, navigating the challenges of the television industry, and the importance of female-driven narratives. She also touches on her experiences directing, balancing motherhood with her career, and her current projects, all while emphasizing the need for comedy in today's world.

Chapters

• Upbringing and early career
• Journey to improv
• Writing and collaborating
• Best friendship with Jessica St. Clair
• Television breakthrough
• Challenges and triumphs
• Directing “Somebody Somewhere”
• Directing vs. acting
• Small talk
• Current tangles
• Rapid fire roles