Calm Down with Erin and Charissa
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Calm Down With Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson is all about the conversations you would have with your friends when you think others aren't listening. It's like a text chain put into a podcast. This is the place where Erin and Charissa get real, and no subject is off limits. It’s a “pull back the curtain” look into their lives, while they also ask questions about everyone else’s. Get ready for unfiltered conversations between two girlfriends about life, gossip, sports, and pretty much every random topic that needs to be dissected. Get ready to Calm Down with Erin and Charissa.
Episodes
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How Erin Andrews & Charissa Thompson choose ELITE NFL sideline reporter outfits
Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson give their thoughts on the hotly debated topic of how to properly hang your toilet paper, over or under? The ladies also discuss how they prepare each week for their respective NFL assignments, including how to master choosing the right outfits. Erin breaks down...
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Packers-Lions, Patriots-Bears, art of the sideline hit & RUDE airline traveler | Ep 426
Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson discuss the biggest moments from week 7 of the NFL season. They begin with Charissa talking about her experience covering the New England Patriots taking on the Bears in Chicago. She explains why she was so impressed with Patriots quarterback Drake Maye and…
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Biggest NFL SURPRISES, dream NFL international locations, bad texting habits | Episode 425
Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson discuss who the biggest surprises of the NFL have been thus far through six weeks of the season. They point to the 5-0 Minnesotsa Vikings, the resurgence of Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs as well as the 2-4 Los Angeles Rams who entered the season as...
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Interviewing Josh Allen, Caleb Williams Returns & Rams injuries | Episode 424
Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson react to the biggest games and moments from week 6 of the NFL season. They discuss Erin’s one-on-one interview with Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, his crazy touchdown pass in their win over the Las Vegas Raiders and his fear of bees. Charissa talks about...
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Charissa Thompson agrees with Keri Russell about NEVER getting married | Episode 423
Charissa Thompson and Erin Andrews discuss comments made by actress Keri Russell explaining why she will never get married to her longtime partner and ‘Widow’s Bay’ star Matthew Rhys. Charissa agrees with Russell and shares her own story about why she has no plans to marry her boyfriend, Steve.…
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Reaction to covering 49ers-Seahawks & Buccaneers win over Cowboys | Episode 422
Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson share what it was like to cover some of the biggest NFL games from Week 5 including Brock Purdy’s San Francisco 49ers vs. Sam Darnold’s Seattle Seahawks and Jaylon Daniels’ Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Dak Prescott’s Dallas Cowboys. Erin takes you to the sidelines…
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Episode 421: Erin Andrews & Charissa Thompson have BREAKING NEWS about Calm Down podcast
Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson share exciting news about Calm Down officially joining Colin Cowherd’s The Volume! They also discuss their best tips for air travel – Erin says compression socks are a must. The ladies then chime in on the hottest debates taking over the internet: why bringing…
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Episode 420: Stories From NFL Sideline: Rams-Eagles Comeback + Aaron Rodgers & McCarthy Disagreement
rin Andrews and Charissa Thompson talk about the Los Angeles Rams’ 4th quarter comeback against the Philadelphia Eagles. Erin shares a behind-the-scenes look at Sean McVay’s viral sideline speech sparking the Rams’ rally from down 10 points. Charissa also shares stories from covering the…
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Episode 419: Inside Taylor Swift’s New “Patient Zero” Music Video
From the NFL sidelines to the hottest new music video, Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson have you covered on this new edition of the Calm Down podcast. The ladies begin by discussing their experience working inside the new Buffalo Bills stadium, including why both Erin and Josh Allen love how it...
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Episode 418: Pregame – BACK AGAIN! Wellness & Beauty Routines
Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson have returned bringing you an all-new Pregame edition of Calm Down! The ladies answer your questions: How to deal with a guy you’re interested in having best friends that are girls? I know you worry about your breath but do you ever worry about how giant…
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Episode 417: The Royal Wedding, Gym – Headphones Etiquette, Self-Checkout Lines Suck
The “Big Show” is here on this latest episode of Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson. They check in from their summer break to share why Taylor Swift and Travis Kecle’s wedding was a dream come true. Erin shares her latest “Larry David-ism” involving an incident at the gym that is...
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Episode 416: Pregame - Summer of Partying, Wedding Photos Drama, Commitment Ceremonies vs Weddings
A brand new “Pregame” edition of Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson is here! The ladies return to answer your questions: Summer scaries: As a teacher how do I get ready to go back to school when I’m not ready for summer to be over? Wedding drama: Fallout with a bridesmaid, do I…
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Episode 415: Bedtime Routines Are A Nightmare, Toy Story 5 Is Incredible & Obsessed with Off Campus
The “Big Show” edition of Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson is BACK and PACKED! The ladies get you all caught up on everything that’s been happening since they’ve been away. First, the ladies connect on being overwhelmed by endless bedtime beauty routines that go on forever. They...
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Episode 414: Pregame - The Best Way To Connect With Your Mother-In-Law
An all-new Pregame edition of Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson is here! Erin and Charissa tackle your toughest questions on wedding planning, relationships and everything in between. They warn against having a wedding on a Sunday in the fall. How to create a relationship with…
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Episode 413: Best of 2025 and 2026 So Far
On this Best of the Calm Down podcast, listen as Erin and Charissa talk to Dr. Cythia Pfeiffer, Ken Jeong and their "Plus Ones".
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Episode 412: Sports Is Like Life with Wayne Gretzky
Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson welcome a very special guest to the Calm Down podcast; The Great One Wayne Gretzky! The ladies talk to Wayne about his transition into broadcasting and why he chooses positivity when covering the game he loves. He shares incredible stories from his historic…
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Episode 411: Tom Cruise Has GREAT Breath
Part 2 of Erin Andrews & Charissa Thompson LIVE from the legendary Hollywood Improv during Netflix Is A Joke Fest! In this hilarious and unfiltered episode, Charissa opens up about why she never wants to get married again, while Erin admits she can’t even remember where her marriage certificate…
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Episode 410: Scratching Your Side Boob & Viral Cottage Cheese Recipes
Erin Andrews & Charissa Thompson are LIVE from the iconic Hollywood Improv during Netflix Is A Joke Fest! In part 1 of this show, the ladies celebrate their shared birthday while calling out one of the internet’s most ridiculous trends: “birthday weeks” and “birthday months.” Erin can't believe...
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Ep 409: The Best Things I Learned from My Dad
For the second episode in a row Charissa Thompson holds things down with a solo edition of Calm Down with Erin and Charissa! This week, she answers your questions including: Design tips for your master bedroom Favorite sayings from her dad Is it okay to cry in front of your boss? Get your tickets...
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Episode 408: Is Having Kids Overrated?
A special edition of Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson is here with Charissa taking this on this episode solo! She conquers your best questions including: Do you plan on rescuing more animals? What has been the biggest change in the sports media landscape? How did you tell your...
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Episode 407: No Undergarments, AI Hairstyles & Visiting The Sequoias
The return of the Big Show is here on Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson! Charissa explains why her afternoon consisted of running errands without undergarments and an eventful trip with her family to see the sequoias. Erin and Charissa talk about using AI to test new hairstyles...
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Episode 406: Pregame - Masters Champions Dinner & Chicken Poop vs Changing Diapers
The Pregame edition of Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson has arrived! The ladies answer your questions: What would be on your Masters Champions dinner menu? How do you handle work burnout? Plus Erin and Charissa compare cleaning up chicken poop vs changing a diaper. Get your…
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Episode 405: No Touching My Underwear
I love you but don’t touch my underwear! Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson are here with a new episode answering your questions: What sea animal would you be? Do you like when someone touches your laundry? How do you handle a bridezilla who claims they “own” a wedding venue you...
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Episode 404: Erin’s First Date Flop
Ditching a first date and not texting back?! Oh boy! This Pregame edition of Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson is a good one! The ladies start by telling you if they prefer chocolate or gummy candies when flying and why the answer seems to be both after a long night out and…
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Episode 403: Erin’s New Fashion Trend & Accepting Yourself
Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson bring you a supersized “Pregame” edition of Calm Down with Erin and Charissa. Erin desperately wants to refresh and update her wardrobe and finds herself lost down the social media rabbit holes in search of the latest trends. They debate soft pillows vs hard and...
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Episode 402: Catching Passes from Tom Brady & Baker Mayfield with Chris Godwin
A special edition of Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson! Erin goes solo to host the "She is Football Summit" with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and a 1-on-1 interview with WR Chris Godwin. Erin talks to Chris about becoming a father and the challenges of being present with your family...
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Episode 401: Menopause & Wellness Scams with Dr. Cynthia Pfeiffer
In part two, Dr. Pfeiffer answers your health and wellness questions. Effect of menopause on belly fat & your libido Biggest wellness scams IVF & Fertility challenges Send in your Pregame questions to @calmdownpodcast on Instagram or write us an email [email protected]
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Episode 400: The Power of Exercise with Dr. Cynthia Pfeiffer
This week on the Calm Down podcast, Erin and Charissa welcome emergency room physician for the Los Angeles Kings, Dr. Cynthia Pfeiffer. In the first part of a special two-part episode, Dr. Pfeiffer talks about NAD's, peptides, reptiles and the three things that are more important for your health.
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Episode 399: USA Wins the Gold Medal + Vincent Trocheck Joins the Show!
A VERY special Big Show for Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson following the USA men’s hockey team bringing home the gold medal from the Winter Olympics with a thrilling victory over Canada. They breakdown their favorite moments, highlights and celebrations from the historic win....
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Episode 398: Pregame - Being A Supportive Partner & Choosing To Not Have Kids
Has your husband been a “real sad sack” lately? Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson are answering questions like that on this new “Pregame” edition of Calm Down with Erin and Charissa. They discuss how to be a supportive wife when your spouse is down in the dumps about work. Charissa shares some...
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Episode 397: AI is Like a Push-Up Bra
This week's episode sees Charissa relegated to the garage, aka Steve's office, as the ongoing roof leak has her off season starting out on the wrong foot. Meanwhile, Erin finds herself hanging out on the corner of Help Avenue and another street that will remain nameless for now. They talk gender...
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Episode 396: Super Bowl LX Recap & Mom Guilt
Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson are back with an all-new Calm Down with Erin and Charissa after a busy week in the Bay Area. They share stories from their week leading up to Super Bowl LX including lessons learned after spending time with the superstars of the NFL world like Dak Prescott…
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Episode 395: Pregame - Pregame: Seahawks Super Bowl Champs, Winter Olympics & Erin's Shocking Admission
The Pregame edition of Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson is live after Charissa's hometown Seattle Seahawks won Super Bowl LX. The ladies also discuss their favorite events from the Winter Olympics and how to deal with a deadbeat boss. Plus, Erin shares a shocking story about her...
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Episode 394: Calm Down LIVE from San Francisco
Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson host a live episode of Calm Down ahead of Super Bowl LX from San Francisco! They breakdown how the Seahawks and Patriots made for the most surprising big game matchup in years. Charissa explains how she found herself in an awkward conversation as only she can…
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Episode 393: ALWAYS Buy Flowers on Valentine’s Day
A very special edition of Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson with Steve filling in for Erin this week! Chariss and Steve answer your questions including: What have you learned from Charissa? Do you make the bed? The importance of Valentine’s Day & if Steve is ready to admit he's a...
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Episode 392: Don't mind me! I'm Just shaving away...
Oh boy! It's deep into the NFL season, and Erin and Charissa are in peak road mode for the finale! On this episode of the Calm Down podcast, Erin breaks out the magnifying mirror, finds herself back up to shenanigans and rummaging around. Meanwhile, appliance failure has Charissa in the midst of…
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Episode 391: Pregame - The Line I Always Wanted to Say
On this week’s Pregame edition of the Calm Down podcast, Erin and Charissa talk about that iconic 2014 interview between Erin and Richard Sherman and the one thing she wishes that she said to him to top off that classic moment. They talk about which shows they are looking forward to catching up…
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Episode 390: Bears vs Packers, 49ers vs Eagles, Erin’s “Fur” Coat & Charissa’s Big Announcement
This BIG SHOW episode of Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson covers everything from Wild Card Weekend in the NFL to Erin’s coat that everyone can’t stop talking about. They kick things off unveiling the newest Super Bowl LX gear from WEAR and Erin sharing some behind the scenes from...
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Episode 389: Pregame - No Shoes Inside the House!
It’s an all new Pregame edition of Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson. The ladies are here to answer your questions including: If you could live in any TV show world or be any character. What would it be? Self-driving cars – Yay or nay? In or out on Uggs? They explain why they want...
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Episode 388: Stop Saying Happy New Year
On this week’s Big Show edition of Calm Down with Erin Andrew and Charissa Thompson, the ladies start by looking ahead to their Wild Card Weekend match ups in the NFL! Erin will be covering the 49ers at the Eagles while Charissa is works Packers at the Bears. They discuss their outfit options as...
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Episode 387: Pregame - Like a Tiger in a Cage
Gray hair peeking through? What do you do? Just take care of it right there on the sidelines! Erin is on fire and Charissa is in need of some coffee. Will she get it? It's another early morning Pregame edition of the Calm Down podcast. They talk about the things they want to carry over into 2026...
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Episode 386: Happy New Year!
Happy New Year, Calm Down community! The holiday season may be winding down, but the NFL season is winding up tight! Charissa looks back on her week 17 game on Christmas Day in Kansas City for Broncos at Chiefs. She tells the story of her Amazon team's white elephant celebration complete with...
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Episode 385: Pregame - A Whole Other Layer of Courage
On this post-holiday Pregame episode of the Calm Down podcast, Erin and Charissa talk about the one thing about Christmas that they don't like; that it ends. That, along with the process of finding places to store all the Christmas plates! They talk about feeling uncomfortable when they see...
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Episode 384: We are Here for YOU!
Happy Holidays from the Calm Down team! On this Christmas Day episode of the Calm Down podcast, Erin and Charissa look back on their week 16 games. Erin was in Chicago for Packers at Bears and Charissa was in her hometown of Seattle covering the Rams at Seahawks. They then look forward and talk...
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Episode 383: Pregame - The Importance of Earning the Ability to Pop Off
Fresh off week 16 on this Pregame edition of the Calm Down podcast, Erin and Charissa unpack the emotions they are feeling as we enter the finale of the NFL season. With so many possible options of how the story can end, the NFC championship game outfit options are already being heavily...
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Episode 382: What Kind of Jacket are You?
On this Big Show edition of the Calm Down podcast, Erin and Charissa are deep into the NFL season. Erin tells stories of cold weather gear in Green Bay while covering Bears at Packers during week 14 while Charissa is looking forward to week 15 in Tampa for Falcons at Bucs. Erin shares Dean...
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Episode 381: Pregame - Holiday Hints, Surprises and Classics
On an early-morning Pregame edition of the Calm Down podcast, the holiday season is making Erin and Charissa feel nostalgic about being with family for the holidays. They talk about their favorite Christmas treats after a fan suggests the peppermint martini and Charissa crowns eggnog as the…
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Episode 380: A Very Calm Down Christmas! Holiday Traditions, Gift Tips & Festive Fun with Erin Andrews & Charissa Thompson
It’s officially time to deck the halls! Join Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson for a festive, feel-good episode of Calm Down as they dive into all things holiday cheer, seasonal traditions, and your most-asked holiday questions. From nostalgia to laugh-out-loud moments, the ladies share their...
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Episode 379: Pregame - Packers - Lions, Bears - Eagles | Thanksgiving & Black Friday Recap!
It’s a special Pregame edition of Calm Down with Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson as the ladies break down one of the biggest weekends of the NFL season! Erin takes you behind the scenes of the Packers vs. Lions Thanksgiving Day showdown, sharing exclusive moments from the sidelines as Green…
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Episode 378: What We’re Grateful For + Erin & Charissa’s Guest Appearance on New Heights!
A very special Thanksgiving edition of Calm Down with Erin Andrews & Charissa Thompson! This week’s episode brings all the heart, humor, and honesty you love from Calm Down. Charissa opens up about the heartbreaking loss of her beloved dog, Daisy. She gives a heartfelt thank-you to everyone who...
About this show
Calm Down With Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson is all about the conversations you would have with your friends when you think others aren't listening. It's like a text chain put into a podcast. This is the place where Erin and Charissa get real, and no subject is off limits. It’s a “pull back the curtain” look into their lives, while they also ask questions about everyone else’s. Get ready for unfiltered conversations between two girlfriends about life, gossip, sports, and pretty much every random topic that needs to be dissected. Get ready to Calm Down with Erin and Charissa.
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