Episodes

  • Lessons, Layers, and Love | "Still There" (S2E4)

    Lessons, Layers, and Love | "Still There" (S2E4)
    Nov 26 2024
    There's a lot that's still lingering for the Pearson family...and in this episode we dive into Kate, Kevin, and Randall's past to uncover what's eating away at them. From the kids battling chickenpox to the Pearsons confronting deeper issues like identity, racism, and generational differences, this episode had A LOT to cover. We discuss Kate’s pregnancy secret, Kevin’s fight to rise above his injury, and Randall piecing together how his race shaped his family dynamic. Plus, Rebecca’s complicated relationship with her mother takes center stage, leading Mandy, Sterling, and Chris to share their thoughts on complicated parent/child relationships and the delicacy of figuring out how to impart lessons onto children of their own. We’ll also share a heartfelt message from a listener who connected with the show through her work in the foster care system. Follow That Was Us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Threads, and X!
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Chrissy Metz and Us | Kate Pearson

    Chrissy Metz and Us | Kate Pearson
    Nov 19 2024
    Join us for a special episode featuring the amazing Chrissy Metz, who captured our hearts as Kate Pearson on This Is Us! Chrissy opens up about her incredible journey from working as an agent to landing the role of Kate with just $0.81 in her bank account. She shares candidly about overcoming self-doubt, finding confidence, and the profound impact playing Kate had on her own life. That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions.
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • It's Okay to Not Be Okay | "Déjà Vu" (S2E3) with special guest Lyric Ross

    It's Okay to Not Be Okay | "Déjà Vu" (S2E3) with special guest Lyric Ross
    Nov 12 2024
    Join us as we revisit the episode where Jack takes a brave step toward recovery, Randall embarks on a journey to find his birth mother, and Deja adjusts to life with the Pearsons. We'll discuss the emotional challenges of working on a deeply moving show like This Is Us and how the cast and crew navigate those intense moments on set. Plus, we'll delve into Deja's story and the power of finding your place in a new family (specifically the Pearson family!). And guess who's joining us? The amazing Lyric Ross (Deja herself)! Lyric shares her incredible audition experience, including a memorable encounter with Sterling K. Brown, and opens up about her emotions when she learned about Deja's transformative haircut. This episode also features a touching message from a listener named Jennifer, who shares how This Is Us helped her cope with the loss of her father. This conversation was filled with heartwarming moments, insightful reflections, and the reminder that "it's okay to not be okay." That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions.
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • A Lesson For Living | "A Manny-Splendored Thing" (S2E2) with special guest Hannah Zeile

    A Lesson For Living | "A Manny-Splendored Thing" (S2E2) with special guest Hannah Zeile
    Nov 5 2024
    Join us as we revisit the episode where Kevin does a memorable taping of "The Manny," Kate finds her voice (literally!), and Randall and Beth consider expanding their family. We'll dive deep into Kate's struggle with self-doubt and the complex mother-daughter dynamics between her and Rebecca, sharing our own relatable experiences with parental relationships. Plus, we'll explore the ripple effects of fostering and how it impacts the entire family ecosystem, offering "a lesson for living," as Sterling wisely puts it. We're also thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented Hannah Zeile (younger Kate) to the podcast as she opens up about landing the role of Kate after a four-year acting hiatus – talk about a comeback story! That Was Us is produced by Rabbit Grin Productions.
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • One Year Older | "A Father's Advice" (S2E1) with special guest Logan Shroyer

    One Year Older | "A Father's Advice" (S2E1) with special guest Logan Shroyer
    Oct 29 2024
    Another year, another birthday, and the Big Three are turning 37! That’s right, we’re talking about the season two premiere of “This Is Us,” which means we’re officially kicking off season two of “That Was Us.” Big life changes are transpiring, including perhaps the biggest to come: Jack’s death. It’s in this episode that we get a closer look at when and how Jack might have died. Here to catch up with us and provide his POV on the matter is Logan Shroyer, aka Teen Kevin. Ready?
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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • A Celebration of Season One with Ken Olin and Us

    A Celebration of Season One with Ken Olin and Us
    Oct 22 2024
    It's a wrap on season one of That Was Us! Here with us to celebrate is Executive Producer and Director of 32 episodes of This Is Us, Ken Olin. Join us as we attempt to recap the best moments of season one... emphasis on "attempt" because, with Ken Olin, we can get carried away. You know the conversation will be interesting, and we know you'll love Ken Olin like we do by the end of the episode. And then? Get ready for Season Two of That Was Us.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Milo Ventimiglia and Us | Jack Pearson

    Milo Ventimiglia and Us | Jack Pearson
    Oct 15 2024
    It’s the episode you’ve all been waiting for… Milo Ventimiglia, aka Jack Pearson, is in the house! And you know what? ENOUGH SAID. Follow That Was Us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Threads, and X!
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • The Big Gig | "Moonshadow" (S1E18) with special guest Sam Trammell

    The Big Gig | "Moonshadow" (S1E18) with special guest Sam Trammell
    Oct 8 2024
    The season one finale of “This Is Us” has us worried about the future of Jack and Rebecca… In today’s episode of “That Was Us,” we catch up with Sam Trammell, aka Rebecca’s old boyfriend and bandmate, Ben, whose surprise kiss kicks off a punch to the face, the end of the band, and the biggest fight between Jack and Rebecca yet. Follow That Was Us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Threads, and X!
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    1 hr and 4 mins