I'm Listening : A Frasier Podcast with Anita Flores

When performing artist and ensemble member of the Neo-Futurists Alé Ramirez moved home to take care of his mother, he didn’t expect them to bond over Frasier. The experience inspired him to create the play SPINOFF, which explores how he and his mom bonded over the show as he took on the role of caregiver. He joins Anita to discuss his new play, what sets Frasier apart from other 90’s sitcoms, and unpack what it means to care for someone. Get tickets for SPINOFF here I’m Listening on Facebook Anita on IG + Twitter Like the show? Rate I’m Listening on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blazers, a forensic psychologist, and a very special television led Kat Toledo through a Frasier portal. She joins Anita to discuss her journey, does an astrology reading on the Crane Boys, and shares her experience writing a Frasier spec script. Kat also flexes her dream analysis skills and describes joining an Astrology Clown ensemble. Kat Toledo on IG I’m Listening on Facebook Anita on IG Anita on Twitter Like the show? Rate I’m Listening on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do Frasier Crane and Jenna Jameson have in common? Molly Lambert joins Anita to discuss her new podcast JennaWorld, the rise of the adult film industry in the ‘90s, Frasier Sleepers, why Martin Crane is sexy, why Frasier Crane is not sexy, why we love Roz, and what ‘90s TV sex has done to our brains. They also explore why call-in radio shows are so intimate and find commonalities between podcasters and adult film stars. Listen to JennaWorld I’m Listening on Facebook Anita on IG Anita on Twitter Like the show? Rate I’m Listening on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watching Frasier versus studying it are two very different things. Actor Anders Keith joins Anita to share how he landed the role of Niles Crane’s son, David in the Frasier revival. He also discusses what Frasier episodes he watched to get into character and what he would ask David Hyde Pierce if he had the chance.  I’m Listening on Facebook Anita on IG Anita on Twitter Like the show? Rate I’m Listening on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s almost Frasier Friday, at least according to Letterbox’d Mia Lee Vicino! She joins Anita to discuss how The Simpsons led her to Frasier, why Alfred Hitchcock’s Rope is actually a feature length Frasier episode, and shares how she’s gotten her friends to join the Frasier army. Later on, Mia reveals what she thinks Frasier and Niles’ Letterboxd Four Favorites would be.  Mia on Letterboxd I’m Listening on Facebook Anita on IG Anita on Twitter Like the show? Rate I’m Listening on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen, we love our dads, and you’re going to hear about it! Sixteenth Minute (of Fame) host Jamie Loftus joins Anita to discuss the season 2 finale of the Frasier revival, tender Martin Crane moments, heartwarming dad stories, and what men can learn from the Crane boys about opening up emotionally.  I’m Listening on Facebook Anita on IG Anita on Twitter Like the show? Rate I’m Listening on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Olivia’s surprise murder mystery party! Lauren Milberger joins Anita to discuss the best moments from 2.09 of the Frasier revival, similarities between Holly and Martin, and what they’d like to see happen in the season finale. They also dish on celeb sightings in NYC including David Hyde Pierce and Christine Baranski. I’m Listening on Facebook Anita on IG Anita on Twitter Like the show? Rate I’m Listening on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bulldog is into guys, Gil is still with Deb, and Cafe Nervosa has couches now! New Yorker cartoonist Hilary Campbell joins Anita to discuss Frasier and Freddy's trip to Seattle, Bulldog's coming out, and the emotional scene at McGinty's. They also swap Kelsey Grammer stories and make a case for a Gil/Bulldog spin off show. I’m Listening on Facebook Anita on IG Anita on Twitter Like the show? Rate I’m Listening on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Butler aka Bob “Bulldog” Briscoe joins the pod to discuss starring in the new play “Another Shot,” the origins of Bulldog’s signature line “this stinks, this is total BS,” and what it was like returning to Frasier. But first, Anita dives into her favorite moments from the revival’s best episode yet, “My Brilliant Sister.” I’m Listening on Facebook Anita on IG Anita on Twitter Like the show? Rate I’m Listening on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s get farcical! Patrick Monahan (@pattymo) joins Anita to discuss similarities and differences between the latest episode of the Frasier revival and “The Ski Lodge.” They talk about parallels between Cafe Nervosa and Mahoney’s Bar. They also decide what kind of pet could fill the Eddie shaped hole in the show.  I’m Listening on Facebook Anita on IG Anita on Twitter Like the show? Rate I’m Listening on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bebe’s back! Dropout TV's Rekha Shankar returns to the pod to discuss the return of Bebe Glazer, the introduction of Phoebe Glazer, and Niles’ best zingers about Frasier’s memoir. Rekha and Anita also imagine what a Frasier musical featuring Rachel Bloom might look like in the revival. I’m Listening on Facebook Anita on IG Anita on Twitter Like the show? Rate I’m Listening on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Sedaris bares a striking resemblance to Anita’s therapist. Perhaps she should talk about this in therapy! Ben Rosen returns to the pod to discuss Amy’s role as Dr. Stathos, Frasier and Alan’s hijinks, and why it’s time to stop comparing Freddy and Martin. They theorize which Frasier characters would get along with Strangers with Candy’s Jerri Blank, Principal Blackman, and Chuck Noblet. Anita also pitches an I’m Listening Patreon show, and she wants to know what you think. DM @anitajewtina on IG or Twitter if it’s something you’d be interested in. I’m Listening on Facebook Anita on IG Anita on Twitter Like the show? Rate I’m Listening on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s 2024, and somehow it’s still funny to see three men try to take care of a baby! Comedian Abbi Crutchfield joins Anita to discuss how silly it is that men still receive praise for doing the bare minimum when it comes to childcare. They also praise the episode’s breakout star - Terry the pool guy and theorize what might've happened between Alan Cornwall and the mother of his children. I’m Listening on Facebook Anita on IG Anita on Twitter Like the show? Rate I’m Listening on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

And a good Ham Day Eve to you! Yo Gabba Gabba Land writer Alrinthea Carter returns to the pod to discuss episodes 1 and 2 of the season 2 Frasier revival with Anita. They break down their favorite/least favorite moments from the ham filled season premiere and the Valentine’s Day themed second episode. Anita also shares the emotional moment she came face to face with Kelsey Grammer and Alrinthea geeks out over meeting the legendary James Burrows. I’m Listening on Facebook Anita on IG Anita on Twitter Like the show? Rate I’m Listening on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and leave a review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doctor Horror is a mental health horror podcast providing scares for whatever ails you. Each episode, host Anita Flores and a guest pick a horror movie or series to match how they’re feeling. From low-budget leprechauns to murderous mommies, there's a monster for every mood. The first episode premieres on July 10th. Stay tuned! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Renowned winemaker and sommelier André Mack has always found that the greatest foil to pretension is humor. He joins Anita to share how Frasier gave him the courage to walk into a wine store for the first time. They also discuss adjectives to use for wine that will make you sound smarter and André explains why Roz is a Sauvignon blanc. Check out André’s book 99 Bottles: A Black Sheep’s Guide to Life-Changing Wines! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Frasier actually a stoner show? ‘TV, I Say’ host Ashley Ray joins Anita to celebrate 4/20 by counting down the best episodes to watch high. And yes, ‘High Holidays’ is on the list! Ashley’s comedy album ‘Ice Cream Money’ is out now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

UK correspondent and friend of the pod Rebecca Shortall returns to share her thoughts on the Frasier revival with Anita. They discuss which British actors should be cast for the second season and question why no one has mentioned Freddy’s now creepy crush on his aunt Daphne. Rebecca also talks about growing up watching Nicholas Lyndhurst aka Alan Cornwall in ‘Only Fools and Horses.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grab the tissues, Roz is back and it’s the season finale of the Frasier revival! TV writer and friend of the pod Rekha Shankar joins Anita to pinpoint every moment in the finale that made them cry. They also go through their favorite callbacks to the original series including Martin’s dancing Santa and the return of Roz Doyle’s perfect zingers. Later on, Rekha and Anita discuss what a season 2 could look like and theorize how Bebe Glazer could return for a one episode arc.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why hasn’t Frasier returned to the Cheers bar in the revival? Friend of the pod John Hodgman makes a case for bringing Frasier back to his original drinking hole and demands more references to Boston other than Moose’s accent. John and Anita discuss their favorite moments from episode 9 including Frasier’s beautiful monologue about Martin and Andy Daly’s hilarious cameo. They also pitch who John should play in season 2: a rival Harvard professor who went to Yale. Later on, Judge John Hodgman enters the courtroom to settle a dispute between a husband who’s sick of hearing about David Hyde Pierce’s talent for physical comedy and his wife, who will never stop mentioning David Hyde Pierce’s talent for physical comedy.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When are we going to see Frasier shirtless again?! The Bechdel Cast host Jamie Loftus has some sexy thoughts to share about her first TV crush Kelsey Grammar, and his chest hair.  They reminisce about watching the show on old fashioned TVs (the kind with dials!) as kids and unpack their Frasier dreams. They also discuss “Daphne erasure” in episode 8, the problem with new Freddy, and how they’d like to see Roz return.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lilith is back, but this time with no slicked back bun! Connor Ratliff joins Anita to discuss his love of ‘Cheers,’ the return of Bebe Newirth, her connection to his podcast ‘Dead Eyes,’ and Alan’s white linen suit. Could Alan be a figment of Frasier’s imagination? Connor’s got a theory. They also pitch a retired police dog that’s actually the reincarnation of Martin Crane as Frasier’s new pet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a Frasier/Freddy love triangle! Comedy writer Ben Rosen joins Anita to discuss the revival’s best episode so far, sharing their favorite moments including Frasier using the word, “saboteur!” Ben also talks about the inspiration behind his Frasier tweets and the hilarious spec script he wrote about the brothers Crane dabbling in cannibalism.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s time for Frasier to once again attempt to join an exclusive club! ‘Diss and Tell’ host Sydney Battle joins Anita to break down the highs and lows of episode 5 including the guys getting “stuck” together in the wine cellar. They also share dating woes like the time Sydney went out with a Niles-type that turned into a Frasier and Anita sang ‘Tossed Salad and Scrambled Eggs’ at a party infront of a former lover. Later on, they discuss the overlap between people who like Frasier and people with an anxiety disorder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Was anyone else surprised to see Frasier doing trivia? ‘Praise Petey’ creator/writer Anna Drezen returns to the podcast to discuss the bar trivia plot, cassoulet at the firehouse, and the current lack of horniness in the revival. They also share their favorite Niles and Martin callbacks from episode 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Returning Crane-niac TV writer/director Meredith Dawson joins Anita to discuss Margaret Scratcher, “Frasier’s Fravorite things”, and why it’s ok for Frasier to wear jeans. They also make dinner party predictions and Meredith describes the kind of episode she’d direct if she had the chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s finally here! TV writer Alrinthea Carter joins Anita to discuss episodes 1 and 2 of the Frasier revival. Good news: it’s not the worst! They share their thoughts on new characters, missing John Mahoney, whether or not Frasier should get a cat, and SO much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Number one Crane-niac Anita Flores is back JUST in time for Frasier’s big return. I’m Listening is back with new episodes every Tuesday starting 10/17/23. Subscribe wherever you get podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It started with an email in 2017 and ends with a March Madness-style ranking of minor Frasier characters! TV writer and “Baby Geniuses” host Emily Heller joins Anita for an epic character showdown. From Maris vs. Bebe Glazer to Baby the cockatoo vs. “Wine Club,” the competition is fierce AND controversial. Following Emily’s March Madness rules, a minor character must have appeared in at least 2 episodes and “wine club” counts as a character. She also spills the deets on lunch with Peri Gilpin, buying a chair formerly owned by David Hyde Pierce, Joe Keenan’s advice on writing farce, and “Frasier sleepers.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 1, Anita and Sandrine get into the inspiration behind starting this podcast. Despite having different career paths, they find common ground as only children and being caretakers for their parents. At the time of this recording, it was July 2020. They share how they’ve been staying sane during the pandemic.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Television writer Meredith Dawson returns to the podcast to rank the best SeaBee award episodes along with some “controversial” non SeaBee picks from Anita. And guess what? Anita has a new podcast coming out! It would mean so much if you would subscribe to ‘Caretalkers’ on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spanish Aqui Present’s Oscar Montoya and Anita theorize how Frasier and the gang would fare in a horror movie. Who would survive? Who would be the killer? The answers may surprise you! They also reveal their favorite horror films of all time. Correction: Anita mentioned ‘Cabin In The Woods’ as one of her top 3 favorite horror films. She meant to say ‘Cabin Fever.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carmen Rios and Anita countdown their favorite Winnebago episodes plus other storylines that involve travel. ‘RDWRER’ and ‘Voyage of the Damned’ made the cut, obviously! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FYI: The Murphy Brown Podcast hosts Lauren Milberger and Jesi Mullins join Anita to decide which Murphy Brown characters would be friends with Frasier, Niles, Daphne, Martin, and Roz. They also theorize what it would be like if Murphy Brown and Frasier Crane had dated. Spoiler alert: It would be HOT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peri Gilpin joins Anita to talk about her favorite Roz Doyle moments, memories of John Mahoney, and her new short-form series, ‘Old Guy.’ She also answers questions from Frasier fans. Plus: Anita and Peri announce a very special Frasier memorabilia giveaway! Follow Anita on Twitter/Instagram at @anitajewtina or follow ‘I’m Listening: A Frasier Fan Podcast’ on Facebook for all the details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the final chapter of the three part season finale of ‘I’m Listening’, Anita conducts her first interview in spanish with a Frasier fan from Mexico, chats with a Crane-iac who made an Excel spreadsheet counting all the times Frasier wore robes, and talks with Nicki D'Atellis about meeting David Hyde Pierce and Kelsey Grammar. Also, more voicemails from Frasier fans! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frasier Fans Around the World continues with interviews featuring a British fan, a Mormon fan, a Crane-iac who created Frasier Crane Con in Seattle, and voicemails from fans around North America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As season three comes to a close, Anita talks to Frasier fans around the world. In part one of this special series, fellow Peruvian Crane-iac Roxana Altamirano joins the podcast to talk about her immigration story, Frasier, and the American TV shows that helped her learn English. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian and SNL writer Anna Drezen joins Anita to unpack what kinds of things Frasier fans have in common with each other including parental relationships, a love of cheese, being bullied, and lots more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Writer (and Anita’s childhood friend!) Jeremy Glass joins the podcast to drink Sherry, eat tossed salad and scrambled eggs, and unpack Frasier’s iconic theme song, ‘Tossed Salad and Scrambled Eggs.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meredith Dawson joins Anita to discuss Eddie’s best moments and figure out once and for all what really happened between Kelsey Grammer and Moose.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trevor Einhorn aka Freddy Crane joins Anita to talk about his experience being on Frasier, fan interactions, his favorite episode, what it was like being a child star, if it’s ok to talk to celebrities at the grocery store, what he’s been up to since the show, thoughts on the reboot, and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Number one Golden Girls fan Eliot Glazer joins certified “Crane-iac” Anita Flores to discuss similarities and differences between the two shows. Is Dorothy Zbornak a Frasier or a Roz? Is Sophia Petrillo a Martin? This and many more pressing questions will be answered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Might gain some enemies after this episode! Comedian Abbi Crutchfield and Anita discuss their least favorite episodes of Frasier including ‘There’s Something About Dr. Mary’ and any episode with Kirby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jesse McLaren aka @McJesse joins the podcast to talk about the rise of “weird Frasier” online, why certain TV shows are memed more than others, his deep love of “Cheers”, “The Twilight Zone”, and lots more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelsey Grammer plays a psychiatrist-turned-vampire in IMDB’s new animated series ‘You’re Not a Monster’ created by Frank Lesser. Frank joins the podcast to talk about his new show, what kind of adventures animated ‘Frasier’ would get into, his pitch for the spin-off, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the season 3 premiere of ‘I’m Listening’, Rachel Bloom joins Anita to talk about Frasier related dreams, how ‘Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’ characters overlap with ‘Frasier’ characters, who she’d like to play in the rumored ‘Frasier’ revival, and SO MUCH MORE. You don’t want to miss this wonderfully candid conversation! Follow Anita and everything I'm Listening related at @anitajewtina Share I'm Listening on your socials and with friends at listeningpodcast.com Visit More Banana for news about our other amazing women-led shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anita reveals some of season 3’s fantastic guests and episode topics. Hint: Our first guest’s name rhymes with Wachel Ploom! Follow host Anita @anitajewtina Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 3 is out on October 1st! Get tickets to A Tribute to Jennifer Lopez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Support us and More Banana Podcasts! It’s the first ‘I’m Listening LIVE’ featuring John Hodgman, Frasier Crane, and more! We decide once and for all if Frasier is a good psychiatrist plus a live reading of Anita’s insane Frasier script. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices