The Mess Around with Hannah and Lamorne

Seth returns for part two of his in-depth conversation with Hannah Simone. This week, they discuss Seth's prolific work in diversifying Hollywood spaces and assembling incredible ensemble casts, like Deli Boys. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2025

Have you ever wanted to know the origins of New Girl? Did you know Coach used to be a fat Jewish guy? Well wonder no more, Hannah is joined by Seth Yanklewitz, the casting director for New Girl. He auditioned everyone and he's here to breakdown how he put the loft mates together to create our favorite series of all time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2025

It's about to be a what?! Cece and Jess are fighting, and the entire loft must figure out how to deal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

Loft meeting! Loft meeting, Babes. We've got the Max Winkler in the house. When he was just starting, he met a comedy wunderkind, Jake Johnson. The two formed a powerful friendship, eventually leading them to Elizabeth Merriwether. The rest, as they say, is history. Max would go on to direct Cooler, where Nick and Jess kiss for the first time. He also directed Tinfinity, a special episode in Hannah's heart. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

Is bangs-giving a super cute idea to help a friend, or too much pressure for a first date. The allergies are raging and it's 6 in the morning, but Hannah and Lamorne are powering through to do the math on how many showers Nick Miller took in three years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

In this episode, everyone's learning. Nick learns to do laundry, Winston masters a ruler, and Jess learns Ryan is her dream man. Lamorne has a distorted view of what a girls' night is, and Hannah doesn't use bleach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

A cat with a bad Italian-accented name, a new name for Bishop, and we learn about how freaky teachers can be.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

Is Oprah in these streets? Do men cry on their penises? Hannah's uncomfortable taking about the girls, and Lamorne remembers Harold AND Kumar appearing on New Girl. Plus, did you know Beson Boone is a fan?!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2025

We got TWO voicenotes from fans and Hannah is in heaven. We learn about how Jess was destined to get ghiardia and the secrets life of Officer Deb DARE officiant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

This is the episode where the loftmates try to make Winston fail his background check! Talk about sabatogue.This is an all-timer for Hannah and Lamorne is contemplating a side business as a preacher for bird funerals. Let us know if you're interested at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

Hey, Loft Mates! This is the one where Elaine gets a proposal, Schmidt is forced to choose between the two loves of his life, Nick and Jess almost end things, and Winston pranks too hard. And guess what? We've got the new girl herself, Zooey Deschanel, here to help us break it down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

Hannah's back in the loft, answering questions about reunions, the best improv moments, and the freedom of dance. Plus, she contemplates the best way to name a cat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025

In this episode, Coach identifies as the guys who sleeps with everyone, and Nick becomes the loft's secretary and feels more connected to his roommates than ever. Hannah and Lamorne discuss the power of a sexy voice and the appeal of golf courses.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

Lamorne and Hannah assign drinks to the New Girl characters. Why does the theme song always change lengths? Plus a Bridgerton-style plea for the return of a weekly Bear hunt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2025

CECE DIDN'T BELIEVE IN THE MESS AROUND?! Today we're getting macro about a micro... If you've seen the episode you know. Hannah and Lamorne discuss pimples, Lamorne's hotness rating, and the ickafication of Jess.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2025

Lamorne's back, and just in time. This is the episode, according to Hannah, where Jake Johnson breaks the most. Should we have dressed up as sponges? We're talking peak physical comedy for a surprise favorite episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

Hannah gets a letter from a fan of the 2005 Pride and Prejudice who wonders what a New Girl crossover would look like. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

Hannah learns about a group of friends with "Rivers and Roads" tattoos to honor their forever friendship. Plus, a peer mentor reflects on the power and safety of the loft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

Satya, otherwise known as Shivrang, joins Hannah while Lamorne is out on assignment. Together they reminisce about helping their friends juge up their hookup dating profiles, that time Hannah read a scene with Robert De Niro. Plus, what's the best way to make a speedy exit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

Hannah and Lamorne answer questions from a gf who threw a New Girl Surprise birthday for her boyfriend, a doctor who's been emotionally wounded, and Celebrity Jeopardy. Plus, a woman with ten male roommates tells us how she converted one of them into a New Girl stan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

New Girl famously featured some pretty epic weddings. Despite today's title, this is not the last one, but it was one of the funniest. Hannah and Lamorne share their favorite memories of working with guest stars Jessica Biel and Reid Scott. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

Hannah talks about that photo from the Cruise finale was created. Lamorne reads a touching letter on found family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

It's the season three finale, and the memories that stand out the most are not how cold it was and an inappropriate tongue from an extra. Hannah also confronts Lamorne about his lack of faith in the New Girl bear theory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

As we near the conclusion of season three, Hannah delivers on her promise to list every bear sighting in these twenty-three episodes. Bear Hunters, unite! (We promise we would never hunt a real bear. Just the ones on TV.) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 March 2025

Jess wants to throw a dance for her students, but none of the teachers will volunteer to help. Luckily, the loft mates are here to help capture a saboteur. Lamorne and Hannah discuss the proper name for a mixture of soda. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

LOFT MEETING! Well, Lamorne's back on set, so Hannah's running the show solo. But, we've got a voicemail! We love hearing your beautiful voices. This note was made even more special because it's a bout a Cece finding her Jess all the way in Mubai. Plus, did you know there's a New Girl Pop-Up Bar?! We didn't. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2025

MAX GREENFIELD IS HERE! THIS IS NOT A DRILL! SCHMIDT IS IN THE BUILDING! Okay, now that we've calmed down, we're excited to welcome the final lead cast member to mess around with us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

Loft Meeting, Lamorne! We're talking about that time Nick Miller dated a college girl, Matthew McConaughey sightings, and the importance of New Girl. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 14 March 2025

This is the episode of Nick and Jess's first break-up. Devastating! But luckily, while they're melting down over building a children's toy, Coach, Schmidt and Winston are outside trying to win Alexandra Daddario's heart. Lamorne shares a story about the time he and Max Greenfield met Magic Johnson's son and Hannah wonders why all the bad boys wield zippo lighters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025

Hannah tried to be quiet, but your letters are too good. The airhorns are unleashed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2025

This is the epiode where Coach becomes Coach Coach. You remember. Lamorne discusses the one time he had to fire someone, and Hannah questions Cece's choice to date the hot Australian who couldn't legally drink See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 March 2025

Hannah answers more of your letters about which guest stars she would like to work with again, third culture kids, and Faulty Towers on VHS in Saudia Arabia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2025

This week, we conclude the Sister Trilogy. Hannah exhtols the joys of solo hotel living, while Lamorne contemplates why he needs to do man things. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2025

Y'all had a lot to say about exes. When you break up, can you stay friends? What happens when your new love's ex is still obsessed? What happens when you transition? Can you keep your ex in a new context? Hannah ponders these situations and more in this week's loft meeting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2025

Hannah and Lamorne continue their breakdown of the Sister trilogy featuring guest star Linda Cardellini. Hannah shares her love of the local car museum, which she visits monthly. Meanwhile, Lamorne wonders why Hannah doesn't trust him when it comes to the pizza baby. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 February 2025

Did Schmidt HAVE to hurt the two loveliest women on the planet? What happened first, the real world awkward scene work between Hannah and Dameon, or the written scene between Cece and Coach? Why doesn't anyone acknowledge Jess's singing talent? What happened to the loftmate's sibilings?! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2025

Hannah tells us about the time she backed up on the highway and Lamorne worries about....See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2025

How good was Jess at volleyball really? Should your bestie end that friendship with their ex? Plus, Hannah breaks down the typical week of a New Girl shoot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2025

This Exes episode really put Hannah and Lamorne's friendship to the test as they debate once and for all can you be friends with your ex?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 February 2025

Hannah answers more of your Prince questions, is introduced to three new New Girl cats, and considers a possible couple name for Cece and Schmidt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2025

Damon comes back for a record third episode! Lamorne and Hannah chat about what it was like to meet Prince for the first time. Plus, Hannah details how she went from dodging Prince to one of his life-long pen pals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 28 January 2025

Are Winston and Coach cousins? How many songs did Prince perform on set? Hannah and Lamorne sit down with Damon Wayans Jr to answer these questions and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2025

The iconic, historic, most expensive episode of New Girl was Prince. At one point Cindy Crawford was supposed to be a guest. Fire and Ice was crafted from almost nothing. Damon Wayans Jr joins Hannah and Lamorne to discuss the untold stories of making the Prince episode - including three different versions of what happened to the Kardashians guest appearance on New Girl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 21 January 2025

The iconic, historic, most expensive episode of New Girl was Prince. At one point Cindy Crawford was supposed to be a guest. Fire and Ice was crafted from almost nothing. Damon Wayans Jr joins Hannah and Lamorne to discuss the untold stories of making the Prince episode - including three different versions of what happened to the Kardashians guest appearance on New Girl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 21 January 2025

We're still in a Wicked set of mind. A Chicago listener tells us how Jake Johnson's friend's band's posters appearing in New Girl impacted their wedding. Plus, how do you deal with sleep deprivation after 16 hours on set? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 16 January 2025

Nick struggles to throw Jess the perfect birthday party. Meanwhile Schmidt works overtime to help out Cece in her new job as a bartender and Winston and Coach engage in a bake-off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 14 January 2025

7 guys and 1 girl in a single apartment?! Damn Montreal. You crazy. Plus, do you get weird when puzzling? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 9 January 2025

This is the one where Jess desperately tries to become Coach's friend by faking a love for the Detroit Pistons. A decision that causes Nick, a Bulls fan, to have a meltdown and initiate a sex standoff. Hannah and Lamorne try to stay on topic but what does the model on Depends think about their life decisions? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 7 January 2025

It's another classic episode of Welcome to Our Show! We're talking handbells today. What's the thing that makes the sound inside them, who cried learning to play them, and what bonds did Morney and Zooey form while making the second episode of New Girl ever? All this, plus another round of True American are available for you todaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 2 January 2025

Welcome back to our show! We've got New Girl creator, Elizabeth Meriwether, on the show to recap the season one finale! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 31 December 2024